Dr. Colleen Carney, a leading expert in sleep and insomnia, explains why trying too hard to sleep can actually make insomnia worse. This conversation explores CBT-I, sleep anxiety, sleep myths, wakefulness at night, sleep trackers, melatonin, naps, and how trusting your body can support better sleep and mental wellbeing.

#Insomnia #SleepMyths #CBTI #SleepAnxiety #SleepBetter #SleepHealth #MentalHealth #PauseToElevate

You can contact Dr. Colleen Carney at:

https://drcolleencarney.com/

Books You Might Be Interested In:

📚 "Full Catastrophe Living" by Jon Kabat-Zinn - https://amzn.to/40k5tYv

📚 " Mindfulness Meditation for Pain Relief" by Jon Kabat-Zinn - https://amzn.to/4vychye

📚 "The Three Pillars of Zen" by Roshi Philip Kapleau - https://amzn.to/4vycr8O

📚 "Wherever You Go, There You Are: Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life" by Jon Kabat-Zinn - https://amzn.to/3TbX1bS

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Content provided by Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat, is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat is a Registered Psychologist, the views expressed should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. Watching or reading the content does not establish a therapeutic relationship. You should seek the care of a health professional for recommendations/medical opinions about your particular situation.

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Lora Pesant shares how laughter yoga helped her work with anxiety, panic attacks, stress, and difficult emotions while reconnecting with courage, joy, and inner safety. Through laughter, breath, mindfulness, self-compassion, and community, this conversation explores how joy can support emotional wellbeing and resilience even in difficult times.

#LaughterYoga #AnxietyRelief #StressRelief #EmotionalWellbeing #Mindfulness #SelfCompassion #PauseToElevate

You can contact Lora Pesant at:

- https://www.adventuresinwellness.ca/

Books You Might Be Interested In:

📚 "Full Catastrophe Living" by Jon Kabat-Zinn - https://amzn.to/40k5tYv

📚 " Mindfulness Meditation for Pain Relief" by Jon Kabat-Zinn - https://amzn.to/4vychye

📚 "The Three Pillars of Zen" by Roshi Philip Kapleau - https://amzn.to/4vycr8O

📚 "Wherever You Go, There You Are: Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life" by Jon Kabat-Zinn - https://amzn.to/3TbX1bS

Note: We’re affiliates with the links, meaning if you click a link for a book and make a purchase, we earn small commission at no extra cost to you, which can support this channel. We recommend these books because they are helpful and useful, not because of the minimal commissions we may receive. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you believe they will help you achieve your goals.

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Content provided by Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat, is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat is a Registered Psychologist, the views expressed should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. Watching or reading the content does not establish a therapeutic relationship. You should seek the care of a health professional for recommendations/medical opinions about your particular situation.

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If you have an emergency please call 911 or visit the Emergency Dept at your Local Hospital. You can also call the Crisis Centre in your region. If you are in Canada, the number is 1-800-784-2433 (24 hrs/day - 7 days/week). If you are in the United States, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, open 24/7, with free and confidential support for people in distress with prevention and crisis resources.

The world can feel overwhelming, uncertain, and full of anxiety. Florence Meleo-Meyer shares how mindfulness, awareness, and compassion can help us stay grounded in difficult times, respond with wisdom instead of reactivity, and care for ourselves while staying connected to others.

#MindfulnessPractice #Overwhelm #Compassion #Presence #StressRelief #MindfulnessBasedStressReduction

Show Notes and Resources 📒

You can contact Jon Kabat-Zinn at:

- https://www.florencemeleomeyer.com/

Books You Might Be Interested In:

📚 "Full Catastrophe Living" by Jon Kabat-Zinn - https://amzn.to/40k5tYv

📚 " Mindfulness Meditation for Pain Relief" by Jon Kabat-Zinn - https://amzn.to/4vychye

📚 "The Three Pillars of Zen" by Roshi Philip Kapleau - https://amzn.to/4vycr8O

📚 "Wherever You Go, There You Are: Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life" by Jon Kabat-Zinn - https://amzn.to/3TbX1bS

Note: We’re affiliates with the links, meaning if you click a link for a book and make a purchase, we earn small commission at no extra cost to you, which can support this channel. We recommend these books because they are helpful and useful, not because of the minimal commissions we may receive. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you believe they will help you achieve your goals.

Hit subscribe and get ready for a Pause To Elevate now!

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Content provided by Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat, is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat is a Registered Psychologist, the views expressed should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. Watching or reading the content does not establish a therapeutic relationship. You should seek the care of a health professional for recommendations/medical opinions about your particular situation.

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If you have an emergency please call 911 or visit the Emergency Dept at your Local Hospital. You can also call the Crisis Centre in your region. If you are in Canada, the number is 1-800-784-2433 (24 hrs/day - 7 days/week). If you are in the United States, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, open 24/7, with free and confidential support for people in distress with prevention and crisis resources.

Jon Kabat-Zinn, founder of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), explains how mindfulness meditation helps us observe thoughts clearly, return to awareness, and live with more presence, kindness, and inner freedom.

Suffering often grows when we believe every thought, emotion, and mental story. Mindfulness practice teaches us to pause, notice the mind, and reconnect with the present moment.

#YouAreNotYourThoughts #Mindfulness #MeditationPractice #JonKabatZinn #MBSR #MindfulnessMeditation #PresentMoment #InnerFreedom #MentalWellbeing #MentalClarity #InnerPeace

Show Notes and Resources 📒

You can contact Jon Kabat-Zinn at:

- https://jonkabat-zinn.com/
- IG: @jon.kabat.zinn
- Meditation App: https://jkzmeditations.com/

Books You Might Be Interested In:

📚 "Full Catastrophe Living" by Jon Kabat-Zinn - https://amzn.to/40k5tYv

📚 " Mindfulness Meditation for Pain Relief" by Jon Kabat-Zinn - https://amzn.to/4vychye

📚 "The Three Pillars of Zen" by Roshi Philip Kapleau - https://amzn.to/4vycr8O

📚 "Wherever You Go, There You Are: Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life" by Jon Kabat-Zinn - https://amzn.to/3TbX1bS

Note: We’re affiliates with the links, meaning if you click a link for a book and make a purchase, we earn small commission at no extra cost to you, which can support this channel. We recommend these books because they are helpful and useful, not because of the minimal commissions we may receive. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you believe they will help you achieve your goals.

Hit subscribe and get ready for a Pause To Elevate now!

Learn more and join free mindfulness and laughter sessions , and give aways by joining our newsletter - visit www.drkasimalmashat.com or www.centreformindfulness.ca.

Content provided by Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat, is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat is a Registered Psychologist, the views expressed should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. Watching or reading the content does not establish a therapeutic relationship. You should seek the care of a health professional for recommendations/medical opinions about your particular situation.

Full Disclaimer and Privacy - https://centreformindfulness.ca/privacy-policy/

If you have an emergency please call 911 or visit the Emergency Dept at your Local Hospital. You can also call the Crisis Centre in your region. If you are in Canada, the number is 1-800-784-2433 (24 hrs/day - 7 days/week). If you are in the United States, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, open 24/7, with free and confidential support for people in distress with prevention and crisis resources.

Barbara McAfee shares how exploring your voice can become a powerful practice for confidence, healing, and personal growth. Through mindful awareness, sound, and playful vocal exercises, this conversation invites you to unlock the hidden parts of your voice and express who you truly are.

#UnlockYourVoice #VoiceTraining #SelfExpression #PersonalGrowth #MindfulnessPractice

Show Notes and Resources 📒

You can contact Barbara McAfee by visiting
https://www.barbaramcafee.com/,

Books You Might Be Interested In:

📚 "Full Voice: The Art and Practice of Vocal Presence" by Barbara McAfee -

📚 "Vocal Intelligence: Leading with Vitality, Presence, and Impact" by Barbara McAfee -

Note: We’re affiliates with the links, meaning if you click a link for a book and make a purchase, we earn small commission at no extra cost to you, which can support this channel. We recommend these books because they are helpful and useful, not because of the minimal commissions we may receive. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you believe they will help you achieve your goals.

Hit subscribe and get ready for a Pause To Elevate now!

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Content provided by Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat, is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat is a Registered Psychologist, the views expressed should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. Watching or reading the content does not establish a therapeutic relationship. You should seek the care of a health professional for recommendations/medical opinions about your particular situation.

Full Disclaimer and Privacy - https://centreformindfulness.ca/privacy-policy/

If you have an emergency please call 911 or visit the Emergency Dept at your Local Hospital. You can also call the Crisis Centre in your region. If you are in Canada, the number is 1-800-784-2433 (24 hrs/day - 7 days/week). If you are in the United States, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, open 24/7, with free and confidential support for people in distress with prevention and crisis resources.

From elite athletics to entrepreneurship, Jen Newman shares how success can sometimes be driven by stress, pressure, and the need to prove our worth. This conversation connects nervous system healing, mindfulness, and body-based awareness to help high achievers find safety, rest, and real fulfillment.

#HighAchieverBurnout #SurvivalMode #SomaticHealing #MindBodyConnection #Mindfulness

📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒

You can contact Jen Newman by visiting
https://www.ivyhealthclinic.com/jen-newman-rmt, IG@Jen.embodiedwisdom
and IG@jennewman_rmt

Books You Might Be Interested In:

📚 "Full Catastrophe Living" by John Kabat Zinn - https://amzn.to/40k5tYv

📚 "The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk - https://amzn.to/3K2QBaY

Note: We’re affiliates with the links, meaning if you click a link for a book and make a purchase, we earn small commission at no extra cost to you, which can support this channel. We recommend these books because they are helpful and useful, not because of the minimal commissions we may receive. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you believe they will help you achieve your goals.

Hit subscribe and get ready for a Pause To Elevate now!

Learn more and join free mindfulness and laughter sessions , and give aways by joining our newsletter - visit www.drkasimalmashat.com or www.centreformindfulness.ca.

Content provided by Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat, is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat is a Registered Psychologist, the views expressed should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. Watching or reading the content does not establish a therapeutic relationship. You should seek the care of a health professional for recommendations/medical opinions about your particular situation.

Full Disclaimer and Privacy - https://centreformindfulness.ca/privacy-policy/

If you have an emergency please call 911 or visit the Emergency Dept at your Local Hospital. You can also call the Crisis Centre in your region. If you are in Canada, the number is 1-800-784-2433 (24 hrs/day - 7 days/week). If you are in the United States, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, open 24/7, with free and confidential support for people in distress with prevention and crisis resources.

When the body stays in survival mode, stress, burnout, and emotional overwhelm can take over. Ashley Taylor explores how breathwork, somatic healing, and mindful awareness can help the nervous system feel safe, supported, and more connected.

#SurvivalMode #BreathworkHealing #NervousSystemRegulation #SomaticHealing #MindfulLiving

📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒

You can contact Ashley Taylor by visiting
https://www.bornofashes.org/, and IG@@born.of.ashes.coaching

Use the code PAUSE to receive a free group session with Ashley, sign up here:
https://www.bornofashes.org/events-calendar

Books You Might Be Interested In:

📚 "Full Catastrophe Living" by John Kabat Zinn - https://amzn.to/40k5tYv

📚 "The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk - https://amzn.to/3K2QBaY

Note: We’re affiliates with the links, meaning if you click a link for a book and make a purchase, we earn small commission at no extra cost to you, which can support this channel. We recommend these books because they are helpful and useful, not because of the minimal commissions we may receive. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you believe they will help you achieve your goals.

Hit subscribe and get ready for a Pause To Elevate now!

Learn more and join free mindfulness and laughter sessions , and give aways by joining our newsletter - visit www.drkasimalmashat.com or www.centreformindfulness.ca.

Content provided by Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat, is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat is a Registered Psychologist, the views expressed should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. Watching or reading the content does not establish a therapeutic relationship. You should seek the care of a health professional for recommendations/medical opinions about your particular situation.

Full Disclaimer and Privacy - https://centreformindfulness.ca/privacy-policy/

If you have an emergency please call 911 or visit the Emergency Dept at your Local Hospital. You can also call the Crisis Centre in your region. If you are in Canada, the number is 1-800-784-2433 (24 hrs/day - 7 days/week). If you are in the United States, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, open 24/7, with free and confidential support for people in distress with prevention and crisis resources.

Dr. Brittany Schamerhorn explores how hormones, stress, sleep, nutrition, PMDD, and perimenopause can affect mood, energy, anxiety, and mental well-being. Through a mindful lens, this conversation invites you to pause, listen to your body, and better understand what it may need to feel balanced again.

#HormoneHealth #NervousSystem #Perimenopause #MentalHealth #Mindfulness

📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒

You can contact Dr. Brittany Schamerhorn by visiting https://www.drbrittanyschamerhorn.com/

Books You Might Be Interested In:

📚 "Full Catastrophe Living" by John Kabat Zinn - https://amzn.to/40k5tYv

📚 "The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk - https://amzn.to/3K2QBaY

Note: We’re affiliates with the links, meaning if you click a link for a book and make a purchase, we earn small commission at no extra cost to you, which can support this channel. We recommend these books because they are helpful and useful, not because of the minimal commissions we may receive. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you believe they will help you achieve your goals.

Hit subscribe and get ready for a Pause To Elevate now!

Learn more and join free mindfulness and laughter sessions , and give aways by joining our newsletter - visit www.drkasimalmashat.com or www.centreformindfulness.ca.

Content provided by Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat, is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat is a Registered Psychologist, the views expressed should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. Watching or reading the content does not establish a therapeutic relationship. You should seek the care of a health professional for recommendations/medical opinions about your particular situation.

Full Disclaimer and Privacy - https://centreformindfulness.ca/privacy-policy/

If you have an emergency please call 911 or visit the Emergency Dept at your Local Hospital. You can also call the Crisis Centre in your region. If you are in Canada, the number is 1-800-784-2433 (24 hrs/day - 7 days/week). If you are in the United States, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, open 24/7, with free and confidential support for people in distress with prevention and crisis resources.