Double Chaos - Double Calm
Tjela Naphtha
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<p>Episode Title: “Double Chaos, Double Calm”</p> <p>#chaos #coaching #anxiety #depression #relationship #stress #trauma #coachingthroughchaospodcast</p> <p>Intro: In this episode, Tracy interviews Dr. Colleen Mullen, PsyD, LMFT of “Coaching Through Chaos” (Podcast and Counseling Practice). Colleen describes the work she does and the different projects she is involved in. Tracy reviews some of the chaos that has happened thus far in 2020. Together, Tracy and Colleen brainstorm some ways that people can calm their minds, cope with their emotions, and behave in ways that help improve their mental health. Lots of ideas here, so this is a longer podcast than usual!</p> <p>I. Introduction to Colleen Mullen, PhD of “Coaching Through Chaos” Podcast / Counseling Practice<br /> II. Changes in systems cause chaos! Here are some changes we, as a people, have experienced in 2020:<br /> • The Presidential Impeachment<br /> • The US and North Korea<br /> • COVID-19 and Ebola<br /> • Worldwide deaths<br /> • Fires in Australia<br /> • Fires in California, Oregon and Washington<br /> • Police and Black Lives matter (Protests, Minneapolis, Kenosha, Atlanta)<br /> • An asteroid headed to planet Earth<br /> • Murder hornets and deadly mosquitos<br /> • Sports cancelled<br /> • Stock Market Fluctuations<br /> • School closures<br /> • Unemployment<br /> • The upcoming Presidential Election</p> <p>Colleen Suggests:<br /> 1. Identifying Obstacles: What are the biggest obstacles that are preventing you from effectively managing chaos?<br /> 2. Present-Focus: This is temporary, so keep your mind on what is happening now, getting through day to day<br /> 3. Problem-Solving: Coming up with ideas to cope that focus on eliminating barriers and keeping a present-focus<br /> 4. Adaptability (or how well you adapt or adjust to the changes that happen in systems) will be the most relevant skill that will help you survive, thrive and move through chaotic times<br /> Tracy Chimes in with a story about how difficult it is to be flexible<br /> 1. E