Break The Chains, Find Your Flame

Buy The Book "The Successful Body" here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08X3V7F53/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_glt_JGBZBR3VVTDP5VJNX91M?fbclid=IwAR03L7ceBgkvvhZXlutgUdjfFhMT45DDao2CDfaxeiX7ooX3rJYGE-yl5RY Rolando Garcia III Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rolando-garcia-iii-48341715/?fbclid=IwAR3jqC-MklyFWLKbAsmWUvD4TUmzqVSzNFmnaTUxTCH7EySpYRlBTwEHHiE Erik Seversen Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-seversen-56ab9b10/?fbclid=IwAR0La-g5TrmSGD9FeLNh7CU_5icdC0HpDJX_fNY80r08qoEauoaY8NMRJYE Erik Seversen website: https://erikseversen.com/?fbclid=IwAR0La-g5TrmSGD9FeLNh7CU_5icdC0HpDJX_fNY80r08qoEauoaY8NMRJYE --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support (https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support)

Imani Seunarine (she/her) is Multiracial Latina mother, wife, daughter, and avid sewist. She combines her experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and love of sewing on her sewing blog  http://www.pintuckpress.com/ (www.pintuckpress.com). Imani and her family navigate life with chronic illnesses through the integration of traditional and modern medicine. This journey changed the course of their lives and helped to shift her perspective on pathways to healing. She holds a Master’s degree from Northeastern University in Counseling Psychology with concentrations in Gender, Culture, & Political Psychology and Health Psychology. In her career she explores how trauma, health, gender, and culture impact healing outcomes for the children and families she serves. She proudly serves in a behavioral health not-for-profit in her community. You can follow her on Instagram at @pintuckpress --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support (https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support

Our Presentor: Dr. Khadijah Tuitt is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who completed her terminal degree at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst. She in an alumna of the Partnership Fellow’s Program for emerging Leaders of Color and received honorable mention for the prestigious National Compassionate Caregiver of the Year (NCCY) Award. As a child Khadijah experienced homelessness and neglect and by the time she reached adulthood she was a convicted felon. She is often invited as a panelist or keynote speaker and uses her story of trials to triumphs to help organizations understand the barriers that many Black and underserved individuals face. Dr. Tuitt works to increase awareness around understanding the power of culture, diversity, and inclusivity. She also mentors in the community and is frequently invited to speak about the effects of substance use and mental illness on individuals, families, and society. She is passionate about increasing awareness regarding mental h

Crisis Hotline : https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ (1-800-273-8255)  or Text GO to 741741 Addison Brasil is the Co-Founder, VP, Head of Brand Impact & Strategic Partnerships at tethr. tethr is the world’s first online, peer-to-peer support community connecting men for open and honest conversations about life. Check out the app on Apple App Store or Google play. https://www.tethr.men/ (Tethr) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support (https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support)

Lorri Comeau, M.Ed. & Tabitha A. Mancini, M.A. co-founded Collaborative Learning Services. They have been colleagues in the field of disabilities for the past seven years and have utilized their expertise and experience to create a company that serves the needs of a wide range of learners. Their work with students, parents and educators strategically integrates education and learning tools that support successful outcomes and incorporates transforming the way we view learning differences. Website: https://www.mycollaborativelearning.com/ (https://www.mycollaborativelearning.com/) Email: info@collablearning.com Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Collaborative-Learning-Services-101374005118791 (https://www.facebook.com/Collaborative-Learning-Services-101374005118791) Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorri-comeau-1242a6105/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorri-comeau-1242a6105/) Lorri's book can be found at: https://www.ahead.org/professional-resources/publications/publications-for-sale (ht

Trailer for our new Miniseries Podcast of Stigma Is Curable- Our programming of community conversations on how to battle against mental and physical health stigmas. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support (https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support)

https://www.instagram.com/tannerkern/ (https://www.instagram.com/tannerkern/) https://www.tannerkern.com/ (https://www.tannerkern.com) https://afsp.donordrive.com/campaign/100-Mile-Treadmill-Run- (https://afsp.donordrive.com/campaign/100-Mile-Treadmill-Run-) - Link to donate to 100 mile treadmill run for suicide awareness Tanner Kern is a former Division I football player at Lafayette College. Due to suffering too many concussions, Tanner's career ended earlier than he expected. This put Tanner in a dark place for a significant period following him hanging up his cleats. When Tanner finished playing in 2017, he weighed 340 pounds. Through weight loss and fitness, he found a new passion for himself. Since 2017, Tanner has lost 140 pounds and run multiple marathons and ultramarathons. He is currently a writer, podcaster, and content creator inspiring others to become the best version of themselves. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support (https://anchor.fm/steven-opa

James Harris, attended St Paul’s College (which no longer exists), he has a BA in Psychology. After his freshman year, he joined the Army. James has eight years of service with an honorable discharge. He also has two deployments one to Iraq and one to Afghanistan. After his military duty, he earned a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) from South University. He is soon to be a License Professional Counselor (LPC). He is a member of Chi Sigma Iota, ACA, RACA and sits on the board of NAMI-CVA Today James is a multi-entrepreneur in Richmond VA, from the therapeutic standpoint he works in community-based services in the inner cities, sits on FAPT team meetings at school as well as social services, private practice and has started an international movement. The movement is called “Men to Heal” which is assisting men to focus on their overall wellness, mental and physical health. He conducts quarterly sessions on various topics involving men and mental health. Feel free to stroll his page to p

Lorri Comeau, M.Ed., is an ADHD Parent Coach, Learning Support Specialist, and Educational Consultant. She has over 20 years of experience working with students, parents, and educators in the field of ADHD and learning disabilities. She recently co-founded Collaborative Learning Services which provides ADHD parent coaching, academic support, and educational consulting. In addition, Lorri has co-authored The Essential Six, A Parent's Guide: How to Pave the Road to Self-Advocacy for College Students with Learning Differences, published through the Association in Higher Education and Disabilities. https://fb.me/e/gB4KBydv0 - Event Website: https://www.mycollaborativelearning.com/ (https://www.mycollaborativelearning.com/) Email: info@collablearning.com Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Collaborative-Learning-Services-101374005118791 (https://www.facebook.com/Collaborative-Learning-Services-101374005118791) Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorri-comeau-1242a6105/ (https://www.

Our guest today is James Garnes.  James is a Musician in the bands BROTHER and James and the Low Rollers. He is originally from Springfield Ma. and went to UMass Amherst majoring in Communications. He is a self proclaimed lifetime student and bear enthusiast. But more importantly he is one of the most solid people I know. His strength and grace are infectious, and if you get to bend his ear for five minutes, he will challenge your perceptions on life. We talk about addictions, positivity, connection, community and recovery, as well as where science meets spirit creating Magic! Follow him on: Insta: @rollin_with_brother_james --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support (https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support)

This episode deals with themes related to suicide. If you or anyone you know are having thoughts of suicide, whether passive or active, please use the resources provided below: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor Free 24/7 support at your fingertips US and Canada: text 741741 UK: text 85258 | Ireland: text 50808 **** A quick note! I reference a proof of concept short video for Black Ice in the podcast, it currently is not available as it is being reworked and edited**** In the film, Black Ice – We follow Will Mankus, a star high school hockey player, deal with the aftermath of his best friend and teammate Danny Arnold’s sudden suicide. The tragic loss triggered Nehoiden, Massachusetts and Will to question what has happened to this beautiful town, that has tradition written all over it. The backbone of “Black Ice” is based on events that took place between 2004-2009 in the town of Needham, MA. The Needham community was going through tough times. There had been a cluste

Rhana Hashemi is a Master's student in the Community Health Prevention Research Program (CHPR) at the School of Medicine. She is studying how to enhance the effectiveness of public health drug prevention and education strategies for youth. Rhana graduated with a B.A. in Social Welfare from UC Berkeley with Honors and was the President of their Students for Sensible Drug Policy chapter. In 2016 she co-founded the Center for Political Drug Education where she today designs compassionate, engaging, and empowering drug education programs for school districts and community partners such as Oakland Unified School District, Berkeley Student Cooperative,  and Seeding Change. Links: Instagram @https://www.instagram.com/therealdruglady/ (therealdruglady) Website http://thedruglady.org/ (thedruglady.org) Example of a comprehensive district-wide and school-based drug education program I have co-created. https://www.ousd.org/Page/11639 (TUPE @ OUSD ) https://www.cnvc.org/training/resource/nee

Angelica was drawn to the beauty of yoga in her early teenage years. However, it wasn't until college while struggling with grief from the death of her brother and a history of sexual trauma at the hand's of her father that she learned the healing power of yoga. After a decade of committed practice, Angelica decided to pursue yoga teacher training in order to assist others in finding tools to heal themselves. She is a graduate of Yoga Sanctuary's 200-hour yoga teacher training program. She has also completed teacher training certification programs with the Veteran's Yoga Project, Yoga 4 Cancer and Transcending Sexual Trauma through Yoga. She is currently enrolled in a program with the Prison  Yoga Project. Angelica uses movement and alignment cues in her classes to help her students feel a sense of agency, embodiment and empowerment. She currently teaches at Yoga Sanctuary (Community, BIPOC & Spanish), Breathing Space (where I teach public classes and bring yoga to people in recovery homes and prison

This episode features conversations between Shaun and Myself regarding our own history of disordered eating, and eating disorders. The contents in this episode may be triggering for some, please use your own discretion when listening to this episode. If you are in need of any help, please reach out to any loved ones, professionals, or hotlines in your area. You can reach Shaun at : shaun@nutri-iq.net You can reach Steve at : steven.opalenik@theprometheanproject.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support (https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support)

Bryna Rogers, MS is a Senior Director at Bay State Community Services, overseeing the Quincy Family Resource Center (QFRC), The Dianne DeVanna Center, and serves as the agency's Infant Specialist. Bryna works with youth and families to insure they have the services, supports, and resources needed for success in school, at home, and in the community. This often involves working with schools, the juvenile court system, and various state agencies and providers. Prior to becoming a Senior Director at Bay State, Bryna spent over 15 years working with youth in school, home, and therapeutic settings. Since 2017, Bryna has served on the DCF Coastal Advisory Board, now serving as Vice President. With a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling, she has also trained at the Brazelton Center with Boston Children’s Hospital in the Touchpoints and Newborn Observation curriculum. When not at the office, Bryna enjoys spending time with her husband and two boys, ages 21 and 19, walking her dogs Delilah and Co

Aimeé Boettcher is the owner of Two Moons Creative, a graphic design and social media marketing company. She works with small businesses, coaching and helping create authentic and successful marketing campaigns to connect local businesses with their community on social media. Her goal is to take the technicality out of marketing and branding, so you can focus on the heart of your business and do what you truly love! https://linktr.ee/twomoonscreative (https://linktr.ee/Twomoonscreative) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support (https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support)

Hollee A. McGinnis, MSW, PhD, is an Assistant Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Social Work. She is a prominent scholar, policy expert, and community organizer on adoption and child welfare. Her research examines social and cultural determinants of children’s mental health, with a focus on improving outcomes for youth and adults with histories of childhood trauma and involvement in systems of child welfare locally and globally. Her current study will explore adult outcomes of adopted and foster care alumni. Prior to obtaining her doctorate in social work at Washington University in St. Louis, Dr. McGinnis was the policy director at the Donaldson Adoption Institute, a national organization focused on adoption policy and practice in the U.S., where she headed a national study on adoption and racial identity among adopted adults. She received her Master of Science from Columbia University School of Social Work (New York City) and completed a post-master’s clinical social work fellowsh

Dr. Khadijah Tuitt is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who completed her terminal degree at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst. She in an alumna of the Partnership Fellow’s Program for emerging Leaders of Color and received honorable mention for the prestigious National Compassionate Caregiver of the Year (NCCY) Award. As a child Khadijah experienced homelessness and neglect and by the time she reached adulthood she was a convicted felon. She is often invited as a panelist or keynote speaker and uses her story of trials to triumphs to help organizations understand the barriers that many Black and underserved individuals face. Dr. Tuitt works to increase awareness around understanding the power of culture, diversity, and inclusivity. She also mentors in the community and is frequently invited to speak about the effects of substance use and mental illness on individuals, families, and society. She is passionate about increasing awareness regarding mental health disparitie

Rolando Garcia III is a recognized leader in the fitness industry, having served as both coach and mentor to some of the top fitness teams and most recognized brands in the world. His certifications include - RKC Level 2, PN2, Masters in Service and Hospitality at Cornell University, Full Instructor in JKD/FMA, and Coach at Boxe Francaise Savate.  Through his father he inherited the Dizon system of Filipino Martial Arts.  He is also a Brazilian Jiujitsu Purple Belt. Lastly, he is the author of “Intrinsic Excellence”, published by Dragondoor and foreword written by Dan John! Instagram: @rolandogarciaiii --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support (https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support)

Steve is a licensed mental health counselor who specializes in working with people who are seeking to make a change in their health. He has a background in personal training, and utilizes his experiences with mindfulness, meditation, playful movement, and calisthenics to create action plans for those seeking to find/maximize/fuel their inner potential. Steve is a certified Y12SR Instructor ( Yoga as a 12 step recovery program), a certified PCC Instructor (Progressive Calisthenics Certification), and a CMHIMP (Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider). Steve is one of the founders of The Promethean Project, and is currently the host of Break The Chains, Find Your Flame! @theprometheanproject - Instagram Steven Opalenik, LMHC - Facebook Steve Opalenik, LMHC - LinkedIn --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support (https://anchor.fm/steven-opalenik/support)