In this episode of MindBody Matters, Greg engages in an enlightening conversation with Long COVID expert, Dr. Leonard Jason from DePaul University in Chicago. Dr. Jason shares his research behind the condition that has affected many people worldwide and sheds light on the lesser-known aspects of this post-viral syndrome. Discover how persistent symptoms, fatigue and cognitive challenges can be better understood and managed and how the long-term effects of COVID-19 impact our physical and mental health. Be a Patreon backer to get episodes early: patreon.com/MindBodyMatters Thanks to our supporters: davidmmills boyo2023!If you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire about sponsorship/advertising, go to our website: mb-matters.comArtwork for MindBody Matters created by artist Mel Coleman  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/melscoleman/⁠ or melcoleman.caResources mentioned in this episode:Dr. Jason’s bio: https://csh.depaul.edu/faculty-staff/faculty-a-z/Pages/psychology/leonard-jason.aspx Dr. Jason’s autobiography: https://www.amazon.com/Experiencing-Sacredness-Psycho-Spiritual-Lenny-Jason-ebook/dp/B0BRGYMK6S/ref=sr_1_5?crid=28O8DFXO1U815&keywords=jason+spiritual+journey&qid=1690133113&s=books&sprefix=jason+spiritual+journey%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C80&sr=1-5 https://www.audible.ca/pd/Experiencing-Sacredness-Audiobook/B0BT4M6LDC Research: https://www.amazon.ca/Understanding-Behavioral-Medical-Impact-COVID/dp/1032442247Meditation Mindfulness Meditation Interventions for Long COVID: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9653042/ Mindfulness Adherence Questionnaire: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/344706074_Advancing_the_Assessment_of_Mindfulness-Based_Meditation_Practice_Psychometric_Evaluation_of_the_Mindfulness_Adherence_Questionnaire Foundational Value Scale: https://csh.depaul.edu/about/centers-and-institutes/ccr/oxford-house/Documents/Foundational%20Value%20Scale.pdf     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of MindBody Matters, Greg sits down with Dr. Mandeep Singh to discuss the therapeutic use of cannabis, psilocybin, ketamine and MDMA for a wide range of mental health issues. Dr. Singh will share his experience treating veterans for PTSD. After the interview, Greg and Rob will chat about what they got from the interview. Be a Patreon backer to get episodes early: patreon.com/MindBodyMatters Thanks to our supporters: sitowl431 and mescabdon2022 If you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire about sponsorship/advertising, go to our website: mb-matters.com Artwork for MindBody Matters created by artist Mel Coleman  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/melscoleman/⁠ or melcoleman.caResources mentioned in this episode: Dr. Mandeep Singh: https://drmandeepsingh.ca/  Therapsil: https://therapsil.ca/  MAPS: https://maps.org/homepage/  Heroic Hearts Project: https://www.heroicheartsproject.ca/ CAMH: https://www.camh.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Greg delves into the world of mindfulness with Valerie Gow, a practitioner and certified facilitator of mindfulness who uses it in all aspects of her life. Valerie reveals how mindfulness has become an integral part of her daily routine, allowing her to stay aware and present in each moment, free from judgment. She also shares thebenefits of mindfulness, guides the listener through a brief exercise, what ‘mindful eating’ is and how it benefits our mind and body. Producer Rob Wreford listens in to the interview about Valerie’s journey that led her to discover the power of mindfulness. At the end of the episode, Rob joins Greg in an engaging discussion about what they learned about Valerie's journey and her perspective about mindfulness. Note: The next episode of MindBody Matters will beavailable July 12, 2023 and then episodes will be posted bi-weekly. Be a Patreon backer to get episodes early: patreon.com/MindBodyMatters Thanks to our supporters: davidmmills boyo2023! If you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire aboutsponsorship/advertising, go to our website: mb-matters.com Artwork for MindBody Matters created by artist Mel Coleman  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/melscoleman/⁠ or melcoleman.ca Resources that were mentioned in this episode:Mindful Society Global InstituteConsciousness Explorers ClubCenter for Mindful Self-CompassionMind and Life InstituteKadampa Meditation CentreDr. Kristin Neff is an Associate Professor of EducationalPsychology at the University of Texas at Austin who has been recognized as oneof the world’s most influential research psychologists.Tara Brach holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology and teaches meditationinternationally. Tara is the author of the bestselling RadicalAcceptance and Radical Compassion. Rick Hanson, PhD is a psychologist, Senior Fellow of UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center, and New York Times best-selling author.His books including Hardwiring Happiness and Resilient,How to Grow an Unshakable Core of Calm, Strength, and Happiness areavailable in 30 languages.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In their first episode, co-hosts Greg and Rob interview addiction specialist, Graydon Clipperton and shed light on the reasons why people become addicted to alcohol and drugs. Graydon explains that addiction is an illness that requires empathy, compassion and support as early painful childhood experience and trauma are often behind why family and friends abuse drugs to the detriment of their mind and body. Greg and Rob share their personal struggles with alcoholism and mental health issues in the past to understand their ‘why’ of addiction. At the end of the episode they discuss the mind-body connection and what they learned from the interview. Graydon Clippertons' contact info: : ⁠Psychology Today⁠ and go to ‘Find a Therapist’ If you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire about sponsorship/advertising, go to our website: ⁠mb-matters.com⁠ Be a Patreon backer to get episodes early: ⁠patreon.com/MindBodyMatters⁠ Thanks to our Patreon backers davidmmills and boyo2023! Artwork for MindBody Matters created by artist Mel Coleman ⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/melscoleman/⁠⁠ or ⁠melcoleman.ca⁠ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We hope you like a sneak peek of what to expect with our new show, MindBody Matters. I had to tell Rob Wreford, my co-host and producer who's also a voice-over artist that it's a podcast trailer, not a movie trailer or we would have started the trailer with, “in a world…”. I’m Greg Rennie, co-host of MindBody Matters which will launch on July 1, 2023. We'll post the first two episodes of the show, then bi-weekly, post new episodes every other Wednesday. Interviewing experts in the field, we hope to shed light on the ways in which our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors impact our physical state, shaping our overall well-being. But MindBody Matters isn't just about the experts. We believe that personal stories hold the power to inspire and uplift. That's why we’ll invite guests from all walks of life, who'll share their own journeys of the mind and body. We'd love to hear from you! Drop us a line at mb-matters.com, let us know what topics you would like to hear about and any questions you would like to ask our guests. If you would like to be a guest on the show or a paid sponsor email us at [email protected] If you like what you hear and want to get notifications of upcoming episodes please hit subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Share the link with friends, family, and anyone who might be interested in all matters of the mind and body because it matters.Website: mb-matters.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindbodymatterspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindbodymatterspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mbmattersshowYouTube Podcast Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gregrennievoice/podcasts Artwork for MindBody Matters created by Mel Coleman. Go to: http://www.melcoleman.ca/   or https://www.instagram.com/melscoleman/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.