Better with Doctor Ericka

This episode boils down to a discussion of hope and facing adversity.  My guest is Shariann Tom, the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of The Cancer Journey Institute (CJI), the nation’s first cancer coaching training organization. We discuss strategies to move through a cancer journey and the adversity one may face.  In addition, we talk about ways to advocate for your health.   Questions this episode will answer: -How did Shariann survive 5 bouts with cancer? -How can cancer patients avoid feeling fearful and hopeless? -How can you support someone with cancer or a significant illness? -What are strategies for advocating for yourself and loved ones with doctors? As we age, many of us, or someone we know, have dealt with cancer or a significant illness. Additionally, many are becoming caregivers for our parents. Whether you have faced cancer, experienced a serious illness, or are focused on preventing major health issues, this episode offers valuable insights for you. This is an inspiration conversation about surviving adversity, so I know there is something for you in it. I felt incredibly inspired while recording it, and I believe you will feel the same when you listen. Find Shariann Tom: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecancerjourney/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mycancercoach/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/TheCancerJourney TikTok: https://tiktok.com/cancerjourneyinstitute LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/the-cancer-journey www.thecancerjourney.com Resources: Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Shariann Tom: Shariann Tom is the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of The Cancer Journey Institute (CJI), the nation’s first cancer coaching training organization. Her life was transformed after she experienced two turning points: surviving four bouts of Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and one bout of a Gastric Intestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST) and making life coaching her profession. The profound contrast between facing cancer without a coach and embarking on a cancer journey with a coach by her side inspired Shariann to start a movement dedicated to cancer patients, caregivers, and survivors. She believes that everyone facing cancer would benefit from having a Cancer Journey Coach (CJC) to help them heal emotionally and spiritually and find their true power. Shariann has over 25 years of coaching and coach training experience combined with 16 years in corporate America, which gives her the expertise needed to lead and operate an innovative company and to support the growing number of CJCs worldwide. Shariann have spoken at cancer centers and cancer conferences on both U.S. coasts and internationally, including The Global Cancer Summit, Mt. Sinai’s cancer center in New York, UCSF in San Francisco and Ostia, Italy’s Cancer Conference. UCSF also sponsored a study on the impact of CJI’s specific coaching methodologies, which showed significant improvement in overall well-being of cancer patients. Shariann and the Cancer Journey Institute has been featured in The Wall Street Journal and Cure Magazine Online, and she has been interviewed by KGO channel 7 in San Francisco and Huffington’s Thrive Global and Authority Magazine. Her latest achievement is being an Amazon #1 New Release Bestseller with her book, The Call of Cancer: A Loving Pathway to Wholeness, Healing, and Transformation in Oct 2021.

On this episode of Better with Dr. Ericka, my guest, Brad Brizendine, and I will be discussing challenges in mental health and how to get help.  He is an attorney turned mental health counselor and has quite the story to share with you. Questions this episode will answer: -How do you take the leap to totally change careers? -What are common issues seen in therapy? -Why does it seem to be more common for people to be struggling with mental and emotional health these days? -How can social media impact your mental health? Whether you are considering a career transition, looking to make a big change, in mental health treatment, not in therapy, or are realizing you are struggling, there is something in this episode for you and your loved ones. Find Brad Brizendine: www.brizendinecounseling.com Resources: Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Brad Brizendine: Brad Brizendine is an LPC in Georgia. He owns and operates a private counseling practice, and specializes in working with men. In fact, he only works with men and has a heart for reaching guys who are skeptical about counseling. Brad works with a wide range of presenting issues, including relationships, career, grief, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and so on. He has a bit of a unique background in that he previously practiced law and studied finance so Brad works with lots of men in these fields and with other high-achieving types.

This brand new episode of Better with Dr. Ericka discusses dealing with overwhelm and when success just does not seem enough.  My wonderful guest is Dr. Libby McGugan who is an executive coach, TEDx Speaker, and published author. Questions this episode will answer:  -What is missing when you may be successful, but aren’t happy?  -How can you find more joy in your life, including even at work  -What are strategies to make good decisions, even when overwhelmed? Whether you feel that you have acquired success or still are chasing it, feeling overwhelmed, or are just looking for how to feel happier, there is something in this episode for you, so stay tuned until the very end to catch all of these practical strategies. Find Dr. Libby McGugan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-libby-mcgugan-153979180/ https://www.libbymcgugan.me/inner-success-framework Resources: Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com Awakened Leaders: How To Become The Leader The World Needs Now: Amazon links for the ebook: UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0D7XNHPC4 US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D7XNHPC4 Amazon links for the paperback: UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1739803299 US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1739803299 About Dr. Libby McGugan: Dr. Libby McGugan's background as a medical doctor, published author and TEDx speaker means clients also get the added benefit of a simple and clear approach to a much deeper understanding of themselves and how much they matter in shaping things for good.   Throughout 20 years as a medical doctor, including 10 years as an emergency medicine consultant, she has seen first-hand the end result of stress and how it affects our physical, emotional and professional health. She has also met incredibly inspiring people who have overcome remarkable health challenges and outlined this in her TEDx talk. She now loves working with business leaders and teams who genuinely care about inner success for themselves and the people they work with.

This episode of Better with Dr. Ericka discusses the art of fire-walking, along with dealing with challenges and tragedies. My guest is HeatherAsh Amara who is a best-selling author, mentor, land steward, and philanthropist. She has spent the last three decades weaving together earth-based wisdom, mindfulness, and practical strategies for creative, courageous, and compassionate individual and community change. Questions this episode will answer: -What is fire walking and how can it be a transformative experience? -What are some ways we can rise from failure or tragedy? -What are key principles and values that can help people thrive, grow, and have resilience in a world with so much adversity? Whether you are dealing with challenges, supporting others dealing with adversity, or just looking how to feel better and be more resilient, this episode has something for you. Find HeatherAsh Amara: https://www.instagram.com/heatherashamara/ https://www.facebook.com/heatherash.amara warriorgoddess.com heatherashamara.com centerforcreativeintent.org Resources: Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About HeatherAsh Amara: HeatherAsh Amara is the author of nine books, including the bestselling Warrior Goddess Training, The Seven Secrets of Happy and Healthy Relationships with Don Miguel Ruiz Jr., and the upcoming book Wild, Willing, and Wise. She skillfully and unconditionally guides people to shift from self-judgment to discernment, victimhood to authentic vulnerability, and to shed limiting domestication so they can ground into their self-intimacy, steadiness, and stillness.

This episode discusses how physical space and environment impacts wellness and success. My guest is Carolyn Boldt, an outspoken advocate that the environment of your space impacts your success. She and her husband co-founded CrossFields as a design-build firm in Atlanta, and in 2011 they shifted their focus to improving the public’s perception of alternative medicine and highlighting the power of holistic healthcare. Questions this episode will answer: Why does a space matter? How does your office impact your success? How can physical space impact how you and your clients feel? What are tips for having a good home office environment? Whether you are looking to update your space, working from home, or are or are not in healthcare, there is something for you in this episode. Find Carolyn Boldt: https://crossfieldsdesign.com/ https://www.facebook.com/CrossFields/ https://www.pinterest.com/crossfields/ https://www.instagram.com/crossfields_design/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/crossfields-inc https://twitter.com/crossfieldsdsg https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolynboldt/ Resources: Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Carolyn Boldt: Passionate about holistic health and wellness, Carolyn is also an outspoken advocate that the environment of your space impacts your success. In 2004, Carolyn and her husband co-founded CrossFields as a design-build firm in Atlanta, and in 2011 they changed their focus to improving the public’s perception of alternative medicine, and highlighting the power of holistic healthcare. Through their unique 6 step system, CrossFields has helped hundreds of doctors across the country expand their practices and reach higher levels of success by maximizing space, attracting and retaining patients, and saving money.

This episode of Better with Dr. Ericka episode will discuss decision-making, emotional intelligence, and dealing with transitions.  My fantastic guest is Dawn Smith who is a founder, coach, speaker, and self-identified misfit who supports individuals through life's major transition points. Questions this episode will answer: -What are major transitions that people deal with? -What are challenges with trying to make the “right” decision? -What is one of the biggest relationship challenges people have and how to work through it? Whether you’re trying to change your professional life, personal life, or relationships, there is something for you in this episode. Stay tuned in until the end to ensure you get all the practical tips to make life feel easier and more fulfilling. Find Dawn Smith: https://instagram.com/relationshipcoachdawn http://www.relationshipcoachdawn.com https://podcastguests.com/expert/wholelifedawn/?profiletab=contact Resources: Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Dawn Smith: Founder. Coach. Misfit. Dawn is a coach, counselor, and speaker who supports individuals through life's major transition points. She offers a quick, solutions-based approach for couples in crisis, professionals navigating major career shifts, and executives ready to make real impact.

In this insightful episode of "Better with Dr. Ericka," my guest Ellen Rothstein, a life transition coach and artist, shares her expertise on navigating life's changes with grace and positivity. Together, we explore the significance of finding joy, embracing change, and the power of positive thinking. Ellen's personal journey from artist to coach illustrates the value of reconnecting with one's passions and adapting to new life phases. We'll also discuss practical strategies for prioritizing self-care and the benefits of coaching versus therapy as we move through life's transitions. Questions this episode will answer: -Why do transitional periods matter? -What are strategies to deal with change and major life transitions? -How is coaching different than therapy? No matter where you are in life, there is something in this episode for you because life is full of transitions. Change is inevitable, so you need to be prepared to deal with it with grace and ease. Stay tuned for the entire episode to not miss any valuable tips. Find Ellen Rothstein: www.linkedin.com/in/ellen-rothstein-coaching https://ellenrothstein.com/ Resources: Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Ellen Rothstein: Ellen Rothstein is a certified Life Transition coach, helping her clients get unstuck and face whatever transition they are facing with self-assurance. Before becoming a coach, Ellen received a B.A. from the University of California, Berkeley, was a successful artist, and worked in advertising and digital media. She collaborates with her clients so that they can create and implement actionable plans and enjoy a fresh perspective. Ellen is a published author for Medium.com and for She Is You Magazine and has been a guest on podcasts. Additionally, she did a Live Radio Interview on Close Up Radio & Television on blogtalkradio.com as part of the Empowering Women Series.

This episode features the amazing Dr. LaKeischa. She is an integrative OB-GYN and hormone specialist. We discuss the complexities of perimenopause and menopause, including how these stages can affect intimate relationships. Dr. LaKeischa opens up about her journey and the transformative power of pain into purpose, while both of us stress the importance of open communication with partners and family to navigate the changes that come with hormonal shifts. The episode also touches on the broader issues within the healthcare system, including mental health access and patient advocacy. Questions This Episode Will Answer: How do perimenopause and menopause impact intimate relationships? What are the broader issues within the healthcare system that affect women's health during hormonal shifts? What advice can help women listen to their bodies and advocate for their health during perimenopause and menopause? Whether you are a woman going through perimenopause or menopause, in a relationship, or want to learn how to better communicate with those in your life, this episode has something for you! Don't worry, you don't have to identify as a woman to get something from this episode. Find Dr. LaKeischa https://instagram.com/drlakeischamd https://facebook.com/drlakeischamd https://linkedin.com/in/drlakeischamd talkhormones.com Resources Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Dr. LaKeischa Dr. LaKeischa Webb McMillan was born and raised in Huntsville, Alabama. She earned her undergraduate degree in Biology (cum laude) from Oakwood College, now Oakwood University, and continued her studies at Loma Linda University School of Medicine. In addition to her academic degrees, Dr. LaKeischa is certified in the use of the DiVinci Robotic System for Minimally Invasive Laparoscopic Surgery. Her ability to reach and teach women has expanded through her Best Seller, The Other PMSTM: Your Survival Guide for Perimenopause and Menopause. Her passion for helping women in perimenopause and menopause included her contribution to being on the advisory board of the only FDA Approved physician-designed vaginal lube line, Momentum Intimacy. A gifted speaker, Integrative OB-GYN, hormone specialist, and Amazon Best-Selling Author; Dr. LaKeischa helps women in perimenopause and menopause who are struggling with depleting hormones get their hormones balanced, regain mental sharpness, and have energy to last the entire day. If you want to become a Hormone Hottie follow Dr. LaKeischa on all social media @drlakeischamd.