Welcome to "Don't Pick The Scab Podcast," the podcast where we take a light-hearted dive into the world of men over 40 recovering from divorce. This week, we chat with Greg Payne, a certified life coach and holistic healer. Greg, a self-proclaimed IT-to-healing convert, shares his journey from tech grad to energy worker, proving that even spreadsheets can have a soul.

Greg co-founded Awaken Roots with his wife, creating a healing hub that’s part advice column, part energy spa. They offer everything from brainspotting to combo—yes, that’s frog sweat medicine—and if that doesn’t sound intriguing, nothing will. Greg explains that brainspotting maps trauma to a specific point in your visual field, kind of like finding your emotional North Star, while combo boosts your immune system with Amazonian frog peptides. Who knew amphibians could be so therapeutic?

Breathwork and Reiki also make the list, with Greg highlighting how these practices can tune you into your emotional radio station, clearing static and finding clarity. He emphasizes using breathwork to address emotions held in the body, making it easier to navigate life’s tricky transitions, like divorce.

Ultimately, Greg’s message is simple: Self-care isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a lifeline. Whether it’s reaching out to a friend or indulging in a little pampering, taking time for yourself is crucial. So, grab your metaphorical toolkit and prepare to rebuild because healing is just a breath away.

Greg gave it to us fast with no chaser. New but refreshing. Got to get him back on the show! We have more to discuss!

Important Points:

IT grad turned holistic healer and life coach.

Awaken Roots combines energy healing and life coaching.

Brainspotting maps trauma to specific visual field spots.

Combo uses frog peptides for immune and energy boosts.

Breathwork releases emotions held in the body.

Reiki promotes relaxation, aiding emotional and physical healing.

Self-care and outreach prevent isolation post-divorce.

Men face isolation and need connection for healing.

Emotional intelligence aids in navigating post-divorce challenges.

Everything Greg!

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Welcome back to the "Don't Pick the Scab Podcast” the podcast for men over 40 looking to bounce back from divorce with a sprinkle of humor and a dash of spiritual healing. Host David kicks off an enlightening and amusing conversation with Wendy Rose Williams, a certified past life energy healer. Think of her as the Marie Kondo for your soul, tidying up anxiety, depression, and those emotional cobwebs from yesteryears.

Wendy shares her journey into spiritual healing, revealing how hypnotherapy helps release the emotional baggage we didn't even know we had. Divorce, she notes, is like a cosmic shake-up, triggering buried fears and anger. But don't worry, because past life regression is here to help unravel those old soul contracts. Who knew you might be repeating the same sitcom plot with your ex from the 1900s?

David, ever the curious co-host, dives into the nitty-gritty, asking about practical steps for self-care during a divorce. Wendy's advice? Love yourself first! Whether it's meditation, kickboxing, or a therapy session, self-care is crucial. And remember, love your kids more than you dislike your ex. Wise words when you're juggling co-parenting and contemplating your past life as a spurned suitor.

As the episode wraps up, Wendy leaves listeners with a Lucille Ball quote to ponder: "Love yourself first, and everything else falls into place." So, tune in, breathe, and remember, even post-divorce life can have its silver linings.

Important Points:

-Explore unconventional post-divorce solutions for men over 40.

-Wendy Rose Williams: Certified spiritual healer and past life expert.

-Release emotional baggage with past life energy healing.

-Hypnotherapy helps discard anxiety, depression, and stuck energy.

-Understand soul contracts and past life connections.

-Embrace conscious uncoupling for healthier post-divorce relationships.

-Discover self-care practices during emotional turmoil.

-Love yourself first; everything else falls into place.

-Children adapt better than expected post-divorce.

All Things Wendy!

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In this unique episode of Don't Pick the Scat podcast, host David interviews Cathy Nesbitt, who offers unconventional approaches to healing after divorce. Cathy shares her journey from worm composting advocate to laughter yoga teacher, explaining how laughter can be a powerful tool for managing stress and emotional healing. She discusses the science behind "love drugs" - natural chemicals like dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins that are released during laughter. The conversation explores how these natural compounds can help with divorce recovery and co-parenting challenges. Cathy emphasizes the importance of self-care practices, including morning routines and connecting with nature through indoor gardening. She explains how laughter yoga isn't about comedy or jokes, but rather a cardiovascular workout that bypasses the brain's stress responses and directly activates the body's relaxation mechanisms. The episode provides practical advice for men over 40 dealing with post-divorce stress, highlighting the importance of putting oneself first and developing sustainable wellness practices. Cathy's approach combines environmental consciousness with personal health, offering unique solutions for emotional healing and stress management.

10 Important Points for Listeners:

1. Laughter triggers the release of natural "love drugs" (dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins) that can help counter stress and negative emotions during divorce recovery.

2. You can only be in one nervous system state at a time - either stressed (sympathetic) or relaxed (parasympathetic). Laughter helps switch to the relaxed state.

3. During arguments, your frontal lobe disconnects, making logical thinking difficult. Using laughter can help break this cycle and return to a more rational state.

4. Start your day with three deep breaths and gratitude thoughts before getting out of bed - this sets a positive tone for managing divorce-related stress.

5. For co-parenting challenges, remember that staying present and calm is crucial. Laughter can help manage tensions and keep focus on the children's needs.

6. Indoor gardening and connecting with nature can provide therapeutic benefits during divorce recovery, especially as an activity to share with children.

7. Self-care should be the top priority - you need to be whole yourself before effectively dealing with ex-partners or children.

8. Practice emotional release rather than suppression - like a rabbit shaking off after danger, humans need to release trauma rather than hold it in.

9. Our bodies don't know the difference between real and simulated laughter - both provide the same physiological benefits for stress relief.

10. Finding a support group or community is crucial for men going through divorce - expressing emotions and "feeling the feels" is necessary for healing.

Cathay’s Crawly Composters

Cathy’s Laughter Club

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