Bless Our Mess
Life is meant to be rewarding, satisfying, and enjoyed - but life gets messy. Marriages and relationships can get rocky, we can feel like we are failing as a spouse, parent, and individual - which can lead to anxiety, depression, and a diminished outlook on life. Taylor and Kelli are having real, raw, vulnerable, and unedited conversations about strengthening marriages and family, parenting approaches, life's triumphs, life's failures, and all the mess in between. Taylor is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and brings his life's work and experiences to the crucial conversations in overcoming life's biggest challenges and finding joy in the chaos of life. Welcome to the Bless Our Mess Podcast!
Episodes
Join us in this episode of Bless Our Mess as we delve into the crucial topic of dismissive parenting, drawing insights from the renowned research of Dr. John Gottman. Dismissive parenting can have profound effects on a child's emotional development, but fear not – we explore researched solutions based on Dr. Gottman's findings to help you stop dismissive parenting in its tracks. From prioritizing emotional connection and ...
In this episode of Bless Our Mess, we explore the fascinating world of dopamine – the neurotransmitter responsible for feelings of pleasure, motivation, and reward. Join us as we uncover five researched-based strategies to naturally boost dopamine levels and enhance your mental and emotional well-being. From regular exercise and engaging in creative activities to practicing mindfulness and prioritizing meaningful social connections...
In this insightful episode of Bless Our Mess, we delve into the unique challenges faced by parents raising children with ADHD and explore effective strategies for managing difficult behaviors. Join Taylor Jacobson a licensed marriage and family therapist dive into the invaluable guidance and support for navigating the complexities of parenting.
Discover practical tips for setting clear boundaries, establishing routines, and implemen...
In this empowering episode of Bless Our Mess, delve into the psychology behind the timeless adage, "Bad Times Don't Last Forever," and uncover actionable strategies to cultivate resilience in the face of adversity. Host Taylor Jacobson a licensed marriage and family therapist, explore the inner workings of the human psyche during challenging times.
Discover the science-backed techniques and mindset shifts that enable ...
It's too easy for us as parents to see our child's behavior and attribute the behavior to their "nature", "just who they are," and "their temperament." In today's episode we discuss looking beyond the problematic behavior to assess if your child is suffering from some type of mental health issue. We look at some scary stats about how more then 50% of children with mental health issues r...
Nothing zaps our energy like negative toxic people. If we are looking for more peace and happiness in life decreasing and cutting out negativity and toxicity out of our lives. Today we discuss 9 strategies to deal with the negativity and toxicity some people bring into our lives.
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Life can get very stressful and overwhelming. High levels of stress are a breeding ground for negativity, decreased mental and emotional well-being, and is a major contributor to the decline of our physical health. Today we talk about simple, straight forward approaches to beating stress and staying calm.
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Today we discuss the most addictive social media features and how it feeds addiction, ruins our mental and emotional health, and the damaging effects on our children.
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Sometimes we engage in certain habits that keep us from the levels of happiness we want. In today's episode we will dive into what science has found to increase our happiness.
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Emotional Intelligence is finally starting to get the attention it deserves, and for good reason. EI is directly correlated to happiness, quality relationships, and success. Join us as we discuss what EI is and strategies you can implement today to start increasing your EI.
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In this episode Taylor briefly introduces nutritional psychiatry and how what we eat impacts our mental and emotional well-being. He discussed neurotransmitters and how food can either increase or decrease our "feel good" neurotransmitters.
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In today's episode Taylor dives into what fawning is - people pleasing behaviors - the dangers of these behaviors and what you can do to stop these harmful behaviors.
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Have you ever suffered from the pains of self-doubt? I have! In today's episode we break down a straight forward approach to building and maintaining high levels of confidence.
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We live in a society where endless novelty abounds. However, this creates a serious problem for our overall well-being. In todays episode we discuss how boredom can unlock our super power. We break down how this happens, why we should schedule time to be bored, the benefits of boredom, and how to implement boredom into our daily lives.
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In this episode Taylor breaks down some of the Do's and Don'ts of talking to your child about the harmful affects of porn. We discuss some of the scary statistics about exposure to porn, resources to help educate parents, and why we should talk early and often about porn with our children.
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or better known as seasonal depression is upon us. In this episode we look at 9 foods that will make depression worse. Visit tayloredtherapy.com for current and upcoming therapy courses. Use coupon code: bom20 for 20% off your first two months.
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Our children are facing an ever changing and demanding world. Life is fast paced and only seems to be getting worse. In this episode Taylor introduces Taylored Therapy Courses and the first course is all about raising children who have the mental and emotional fortitude and tools to manage life's most difficult challenges. Visit tayloredtherapy.com for more information. Use coupon code: bom20 for 20% off the first two mont...
In this episode Taylor and Kelli break down six reasons why every couple should take a kid free vacation. Discuss the importance of connection as a couple and how a kid free vacation is also good for your children.
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In this episode Taylor discusses neuroplasticity and how to rewire the brain. He discusses how neuroplasticity can be used either for our benefit or detriment. Listen in to learn the fundamentals of rewiring your brain.
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In this episode (part two) of The Growing Concern of Technology on Teens' Mental Wellness Taylor discusses specific approaches you can take as a parent to help safe guard your children from the negatives of unhealthy electronic use and how to develop healthy electronic habits.
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