Bounce Back Stronger with Donna Ferris

A Netflix Worthy Love Story

In this heartwarming episode of "Bounce Back Stronger," we delve into the extraordinary love story of Gin Carter - a marine biologist, author, yoga/meditation teacher, and veterinary student - whose pursuit of happiness led her to challenge and change laws. We follow Gin as she navigates the legal landscape, breaks barriers, and ultimately reshapes the rules for the sake of true love. 
But this episode isn't just about Gin's remarkable journey. We also explore the broader theme of animals as healers and companions and are reminded of our interconnectedness through a discussion of Gin’s book Parent, Trapped: Voices of Parenthood from Behind Bars. Join us for an inspiring and uplifting episode that explores the lengths we go for love, the courage involved in rewriting the rules, and the incredible healing power of the animal kingdom. 
To learn more about Gin follow her Instagram page @vetmedwithgin or visit her website www.gincarter.com.  To purchase her book Parent, Trapped: Voices of Parenthood from Behind Bars click here.
I hope this episode is helpful for you. If it is, please join us on this journey toward peace and purpose by subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing this episode with others.
For more information on our free December workshop Managing Grief / Loss at the Holidays click here.
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To purchase my book about my journey of overcoming loss to find true love - "We've Got to Stop Meeting Like This" click here. Or if you want to listen to it on Spotify click here.
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Leave Guilt Behind with Erin Byron

Get ready to dive deep with Erin Byron, who we are honored to have as our first guest! She's not your average therapist – Erin's a Registered Psychotherapist, yoga therapist, and co-author of books like "Yoga for the Creative Soul," and the brain behind Trauma Aware Certified Training.
We kick things off by chatting about what Erin's noticing in her students and clients post-pandemic. And surprisingly guilt becomes the topic du jour and why leaving it behind is the key to real healing. Then, we get into the nitty-gritty of emergency self-care and self-regulation, straight from Erin's upcoming book "Safety First" (dropping in April 2024) - which leads us to discuss the poet Rumi. Then we wrap up with a discussion of the healing benefits of creativity and how to take care of ourselves in tricky holiday social situations.
I hope this episode is helpful for you. If it is, please join us on this journey toward peace and purpose by subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing this episode with others.
Thank you in advance.
And, if you are interested in learning more about Erin and her books and upcoming events please visit the www.ErinByron.com website. For a list of her upcoming events please click here.
For more information on our free December workshop Managing Grief / Loss at the Holidays click here.
For information on our free January workshop Creating Lasting Habit Change click here.
To purchase my book about my journey of overcoming loss to find true love - "We've Got to Stop Meeting Like This" click here.
To learn about our life, grief, and career coaching services, please click here.
To join our email list to receive our free monthly newsletter which includes monthly essays on living a peaceful and purposeful life as well as book reviews, TV and movie reviews, funny memes, and inspirational quotes, click here.
Follow me on Instagram @donnayferris or join my Bounce Back Stronger Facebook group by messaging me @donnayatesferris or emailing me at donnayferris@minichangeyoga.com.
If you are looking for mental health resources, please click here or reach out to your insurance provider. If you are in crisis, please dial 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or dial 988 for the suicide hotline (US only).

Bonus - A Short Mindfulness Practice

This four-minute mindfulness practice provides a bit of calm. Hope you will take a listen and share it with those who might benefit. Thank you.

Mindfulness for the Difficult Days (including Holidays)

This episode is a salve for the difficult days which can include holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, or just a day when we are overwhelmed with emotions. One of the best tools for those days is mindfulness - and my favorite mindfulness teacher? My WonderDog, Jake - because dogs are masters of staying in the moment.
Listen to hear what I mean and how mindfulness can help us stop ruminating thoughts, and focus on generating self-compassion and resilience.
Towards the end of the episode, I will lead a short simple mindfulness practice, and there will be a separate episode with just that meditation so you can use it when you need it.  
I hope this episode is helpful for you. If it is, please join us on this journey toward peace and purpose by subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing this episode with others.
For more information on our free December workshop Managing Grief / Loss at the Holidays click here.
For information on our free January workshop Creating Lasting Habit Change click here.
To purchase my book about my journey of overcoming loss to find true love - "We've Got to Stop Meeting Like This" click here.
To learn about our life, grief, and career coaching services, please click here.
To join our email list to receive our monthly newsletter which includes monthly essays on living a peaceful and purposeful life as well as book reviews, TV and movie reviews, funny memes, and inspirational quotes, click here.
Follow me on Instagram @donnayferris or join my Bounce Back Stronger Facebook group by messaging me @donnayatesferris or emailing me at donnayferris@minichangeyoga.com.
If you are looking for mental health resources, please click here or reach out to your insurance provider. If you are in crisis, please dial 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or dial 988 for the suicide hotline (US only).
 

The Science of Resilience

In this episode we unravel the science of resilience, because I'm a skeptic, and always like a little science in my wisdom. Listen in for insights from the teachings of the late Dr. Steven Southwick - a distinguished expert in psychology and neuroscience from Yale - and learn how we all can apply his teachings to our lives. So we can Bounce Back Stronger from whatever life throws our way.
For more information on our free December workshop Managing Grief / Loss at the Holidays click here.
For information on our free January workshop Creating Lasting Habit Change click here.
To purchase my book about overcoming loss to find true love -  "We've Got to Stop Meeting Like This" click here.
To learn about our life, grief, and career coaching services, please click here.
To join our email list to receive our monthly newsletter click here.
Follow me on Instagram @donnayferris or join my Bounce Back Stronger Facebook group by messaging me @donnayatesferris or emailing me at donnayferris@minichangeyoga.com
If you are looking for mental health resources, please click here or reach out to your insurance provider. If you are in crisis, please dial 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or dial 988 for the suicide hotline (US only).

Bounce Back Stronger Introduction - Only The Brave Run Wild

Welcome to "Bounce Back Stronger," the podcast where we learn to not just survive, but thrive the challenges that disrupt - and ultimately enrich - our lives.
Sometimes by being brave and running wild.
I'm your podcast host, Donna Ferris, and my hope is through personal stories, scientific research, and well-worn wisdom, "Bounce Back Stronger" creates a community where vulnerability, healing, and purpose are discovered amid life's darkest moments.
Listen to learn more, and join this transformative journey of triumph and resilience by subscribing now, reviewing the podcast, and sharing it with your friends.
May it be of benefit.
For more information on our free December workshop Managing Grief / Loss at the Holidays click here.
For information on our free January workshop Creating Lasting Habit Change click here.
To purchase my book about overcoming loss and finding true love - "We've Got to Stop Meeting Like This" click here.
To learn about our life, grief, and career coaching services, please click here.
To join our email list to receive our monthly newsletter click here.
Follow me on Instagram @donnayferris or join our Bounce Back Stronger Facebook group by messaging me @donnayatesferris or emailing me at donnayferris@minichangeyoga.com
If you are looking for mental health resources, please click here or reach out to your insurance provider. If you are in crisis, please dial 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or dial 988 for the suicide hotline (US only).