The Dream Catcher Podcast

6 Easy Ways to Stop Overthinking and Simplify

Overthinking is a common tendency in today’s complex and busy world. We’ve all experienced what it feels like to have our mind go at 400 miles an hour. Every time you’ve allowed those thoughts to go unchecked, they have spiraled out of control, leaving you feeling exhausted and depleted.

Even though our mind is a magnificent biological apparatus adept at problem-solving and creative thinking, we need to be careful of its tendency to overuse our cognitive functions and disrupt the balance that we need to function normally.

If you find that you’re thinking too much and going round-and-round over issues in your life, this episode will provide you some insights into your condition and various tools and techniques that you can use to bring you back into balance by releasing you from the shackles of an unruly mind.

[Interview] The Secret to Emotionally Healthy and Conscious Relationships (feat. Riana Milne)

If you’re someone who has been struggling to find and develop a healthy intimate partnership or if you’re someone who wants to improve the current relationship that you’re in then you’re going to find this episode a treat.

Today I’m speaking with Riana Milne, a Certified, global Life, Dating & Relationship Coach and Licensed Mental Health Counselor for over 18 years. She’s a #1 Best Selling author, podcast host and a Certified Clinical Trauma & Addictions Professional. Riana offers VIP, 1-on-1 and Group Coaching for Singles & Couples through her Life and Love Training Academy.com

During my conversation with Riana, we spoke about some critical issues to consider regarding relationships such as the common blocks that hold a person back from having loving relationships that including the various kinds of childhood trauma. You’ll also learn the key qualities of an emotionally healthy relationship and how can we work towards embodying those qualities.

Join me for this exciting episode!

How to Spread More Love and Less Fear

Love is undoubtedly the highest form of energy. It can instantly lift someone up with light and dispel the darkness within them. It makes the world a better place and it’s the only force that gives meaning to all.

But sadly, we live in a culture that seems dominated by fear and hate because of the propaganda of the media, political leaders and the existence of fear-based groups that terrorize the world.  If we’re hooked on to their stories, it can alter our views of reality and diminish our capacity to see the positive in humanity and our willingness to alleviate the current problems.

Fortunately, there are healthier ways of staying informed without being trapped in this media bubble of fear. In this podcast episode I speak about how you can do that and also how we can become more conscious about the kind of energy that we’re projecting into the world so that we spread more love and less fear wherever we go.

[Interview] The Importance of Self-Care and Meeting Our Needs (feat Aisha Moore)

If you have a lifestyle that’s typical of the modern day professional, you probably have a lot going on. With all these demands on our time, it’s easy for us to get drained out and lose steam if we’re not conscious about taking care of our need for rest, relaxation and fun.

Aisha Moore is a self-care expert and stress-management expert whose sole mission is to help busy professional women restore balance in their life and avoid burnout. Aisha has received a Masters of Public Health from University of North Carolina Chapel Hill focusing on Health Behavior and Health Education. She’s designed numerous workshops to help public health leaders change their organizations to have a greater impact on the people they serve. She has also spoken at conferences on the topic of public health leadership and community engagement.

By listening to this interview you’ll learn about the importance of self-care and how you can be more attentive to your needs so that you thrive and reach your full potential. Aisha shares some of her best advice and tools that will help you get to this place of balance and vitality.

What Judging Others Reveals About You

Everyone loves to indulge in people-watching once in a while. We’re all instinctively driven to size people up which helps us identify friend from foe.

Judging others is normal; however, it’s what actions you take based on those judgments that reveal who you truly are.

Whatever you see lacking in others is merely a projection of our own perceived deficiencies. Taking a closer look at our judgments about others can serve as an excellent self-awareness tool to get deeper insights of our own.

In this episode, I describe four significant things that your judgments about others reveals about you.

The Difference between Giving Up and Surrendering

We all have dreams that we’d like to see materialize in our life for which we’re willing to put in our full effort, but there’ll come a point where you won’t be able to do much to move things forward. You can only sustain the dream with hope while patiently waiting for things to take their natural course.

This is precisely the point where you’ll need to engage in the process of surrender. But if you’re a go-getter, like me, you might struggle to apply spiritual surrender because you view the act of letting go as ‘giving up’.

In this episode, I describe the nature and the benefits of surrender and also describe the key differences between the feelings behind giving up and surrendering. By reading this post, you’ll be convinced in the power of this spiritual principle and build your faith in an outcome that you can’t see yet.

[Interview] How to Make More Time and Get More Done (feat. Elizabeth Saunders)

Let’s face it; all of us could use a little help when it comes to managing our time and organizing our schedules. There’s always so much to get done and finding the time to do it all, without getting stressed and overwhelmed, is challenging!

To help me bring this important issue to the forefront, I invited Elizabeth Saunders. Elizabeth is a time coach, trainer and author who empowers people who are frustrated and overwhelmed to achieve work/life brilliance. She has worked with coaching and training clients on six continents.

Join me for my informative conversation with Elizabeth where we talk about several topics such as overcoming procrastination and poor time management skills, boosting our personal productivity and developing a more balanced lifestyle so that we have enough time for our professional and personal priorities.

How to Work Through Conflicted Feelings

Life is filled with decisions and choices. Sometimes, the decision-making process is simple and straightforward – you’ll have meatloaf instead of fish for dinner because you don’t like fish. You prefer to walk instead of drive to work because the weather is nice outside.

But what if you’re faced with a situation where your feelings aren’t so black and white and your reaction isn’t a resounding “Yes!” but a “Yeah, but… I’m not so sure…”? Whether it’s a decision about leaving an old, secure job to start your own business or relocating to a different country or choosing between two romantic partners that you like in different ways – they all put you in a tough spot.

In this podcast episode I talk about the main causes of our entangled sentiments when faced with crucial decisions and 4 simple steps that you can take when two or more feelings are competing for the numero uno position.

[Interview] The Secret to Developing Body Confidence (feat. Taylor Simpson)

There are times in our lives when we feel insecure and unsure of our capabilities. Some people experience these bouts of self-doubt more than others but all of us know what it feels like when we hit rock bottom. I believe that the foundation for a life of growth, happiness and progress is an authentic sense of confidence. It’s what gives us the courage to take action on our dreams and to keep moving forward in the face of challenges.

To help me highlight the importance of developing and maintaining self-confidence, I invited Taylor Simpson – a body positive coach, NASM certified personal trainer and ISSA sports nutrition consultant. She is the owners of Taylored Fitness and the creator of the 8 Week Mind & Body Challenge,  that has helped 100’s of women seek clarity, achieve their fitness goals and improve their relationship with food. As an expert on the topic of confidence, she is passionate about helping women remove blocks that keep them from transforming their lives.

Join me for this inspiring conversation where Taylor shares her expertise and experience on how we can overcome low self-confidence by dealing with the common causes of it such as negative self-talk and the voice of our inner critic. You’ll also learn about practices and lifestyle changes that you can make to experience more energy, vitality and health in your everyday life!

How to Avoid Being Controlled by the Desire to Feel Important

We’re all wired to crave a sense of belonging and to be accepted by our peers. Being seen and recognized by others makes us feel safe on an instinctive level. But at what point does this basic “need” to belong and to be loved become an addictive and fear-based “want”?

If you find yourself consumed by the need to feel significant, please don’t beat yourself up about it. It happens to the best of us, including me. As with all other behavioral changes, the key is to become cognizant of the symptoms, and immediately taking steps to shift your behavior. In this podcast episode, you’ll find out what causes the need to feel important and how to neutralize with a few healthy practices.