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Consider Yourself Hugged

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221 episodes
Language
English
Date created
2019/01/30
Latest episode
2025/11/26
Average duration
38 min.
Release period
18 days

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Thanks for visiting with us at for Consider Yourself Hugged: Mental & emotional well-being.” Do you find yourself thinking, "Life can be so overwhelming! I feel so frustrated all the time! I worry about everything! I wish I could speak up more and not be a doormat!"  If you're looking for improved mental and emotional well-being, please join us every Wednesday as we talk about how to make positive choices in your life. *Disclaimer:The information in this show is not intended to be therapy or to address your individual situation. It is information based on my experiences, opinions, and research. If you need further help, please reach out to one of the resources mentioned in the show notes. About us: Tami West, PhD  Stress and Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses her entertaining and compelling style to shine a new light on how to transform your life and discover solutions to life’s challenges. Her passion stems from a lifelong battle with an anxiety disorder which has uniquely equipped her to teach, encourage, and motivate others. Tami has worked in a variety of industries including healthcare, school nutrition, corporate sales, and 10 years as a public-school teacher. In 2013 she received her PhD in Human Development, studying the connections among stress, emotions, and identity. Dr. West has spoken in 48 states across the US, as well as the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand. Dr. West is the author of several successful publications including two books: The Stress Club, Life Without the Monsters and Thrive. She is a mother of eight in a blended family and enjoys reading historical fiction, traveling with her husband Tim and family, and watching The Big Bang Theory. Michelle Kixmiller, MSN, MAE, RN, APN, PMHNP-BCMichelle Kixmiller is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Licensed Educator. She works with children and adults with mental health needs including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, ADHD, autism, schizophrenia, and obsessive compulsive disorder. Michelle served as a public school teacher and science department chair for over a decade when a family tragedy pulled her in a different direction. The death of her younger brother after a multiple year battle with depression and alcoholism led her to pursue a career in the mental health field. She went back to school to become a registered nurse graduating and gaining experience as a critical care nurse at a level 1 regional burn center prior to completing a graduate degree to become a mental health nurse practitioner. Her vision is holistic care through teamwork to create a more peaceful school environment for students and staff alike. No one should have to struggle alone. Michelle currently works full time for a non-profit community mental health center at an outpatient clinic and works PRN for an inpatient crisis stabilization unit. When not at work she loves spending time with family, traveling, watching movies (not scary ones), and running (slowly). Contact Michelle at [email protected].

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10 Holiday Peace Tips for Real Women, Real Life (Season 6 Finale)
2025/11/26
In this Season 6 finale, Tami shares 10 simple holiday peace tips—HALT, emotional resets, joy rituals, and practical ways to trade perfection for presence. Real stories, real tools, and one powerful question: What will I remember in January? Show notes with links at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/10-holiday-peace-tips Connect with us Instagram: Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!)TikTok: Short clips and storiesYouTube: Full episodes + video snippetsWomen’s Group: A Place for Women—ongoing conversation**The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources  National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org  Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org  Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/  About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner  Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.
Comparison: The Holiday Peace Project Part 2
2025/11/19
In this episode of The Holiday Peace Project,  Michelle and I talk about comparison,  from picture-perfect homes and social media scrolling to hash brown casserole in a condo sink. We’ll walk through the science of comparison, how it steals our peace, and simple tools to trade performance for presence this season. Show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/comparison-holiday-peace-project-part-2. Connect with us Instagram: Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!)TikTok: Short clips and storiesYouTube: Full episodes + video snippetsWomen’s Group: A Place for Women—ongoing conversation**The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources  National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org  Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org  Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/  About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner  Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.
The Holiday Peace Project begins!
2025/11/12
We’re kicking off the season with real stories, honest emotions, and practical ways to protect your peace when the holidays start to spiral. Full show notes with download at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/holiday-peace-project Michelle’s back, and she’s sharing her husband’s heart scare, how gratitude and overwhelm can coexist, and what it means to truly care for yourself when life gets chaotic. Tami opens up about Thanksgiving burnout and how she finally learned to ask for help and let things be imperfect. 💬 In this episode: -Real-life stories about stress, gratitude, and letting go -The meaning behind Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa & New Year’s -Surprising holiday mental health facts — both hopeful and hard -4 questions to help you choose peace on purpose -Easy, laughter-filled games to bring people together -Free download: The Holiday Meaning Map + Games for Connection -Mug giveaway — answer a trivia question in the comments to enter! 🩵 Next week: Comparison & Perfectionism — why we chase perfect holidays and how to get our peace back. Connect with us Instagram: Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!)TikTok: Short clips and storiesYouTube: Full episodes + video snippetsWomen’s Group: A Place for Women—ongoing conversation**The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources  National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org  Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org  Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/  About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner  Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.
Hug 214: Sleep: The Science, the Struggles, and the Solutions
2025/11/05
Can’t turn off “anxious math” at 2 a.m.? Tami shares the cassette-tape trick that changed her nights, the science of sleep cycles and body clocks, and a compassionate 4-step plan: journal, build sleep drive by day, create a soothing routine, and optimize your bedroom. Plus CBT-I tools that beat pills long-term, the ½-hour rule, and the Bluetooth headband that feels safe and cozy. Consistency over perfection—learn to sleep again. Show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/sleep-better Connect with us Instagram: Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!)TikTok: Short clips and storiesYouTube: Full episodes + video snippetsWomen’s Group: A Place for Women—ongoing conversation**The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources  National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org  Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org  Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/  About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner  Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.
Hug 213: Travel with Joy: Finding Yourself Through Solo Adventures
2025/10/29
This week, Tami and Michelle are joined by special guest Joy Huber, speaker, cancer survivor, and solo travel coach for women. Full show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/travel-with-joy Joy shares her remarkable story of resilience and self-discovery after surviving stage four cancer at age 33. What began as a health crisis became a journey toward courage, freedom, and "joy," quite literally. Together, we talk about:  💛 How solo travel can heal and empower women  💛 Safety, confidence, and self-defense tips for traveling alone  💛 Letting go of guilt and rediscovering who you are beyond your roles  💛 Why you don’t need to wait for “someday” to live your dreams Joy’s message is clear: life moves fast, don’t wait to live it. Connect with us Instagram: Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!)TikTok: Short clips and storiesYouTube: Full episodes + video snippetsWomen’s Group: A Place for Women—ongoing conversation**The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources  National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org  Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org  Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/  About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner  Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.
Hug 212: Generational Care, Generational Compassion
2025/10/22
Hey friends, it’s just me (Tami) today! Michelle will be back next week, but I wanted to share a few stories that really made me think about how we treat each other across generations. From an airport scene with a young woman rushing her grandmother, to a neighbor’s kindness toward younger moms, to my own journey with my mom, this episode is all about generational compassion: slowing down, noticing each other, and showing respect at every age. (FYI I won't be posting the video in the airport - blur became impossible!) We’ll talk about the rise in multigenerational living, the sandwich generation, and simple micro-habits that make a big difference, whether you’re caring for an aging parent, juggling kids, or just trying to be more patient.  🎁 Don’t forget—follow and comment for your chance to win a CYH mug! Connect with us Instagram: Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!)TikTok: Short clips and storiesYouTube: Full episodes + video snippetsWomen’s Group: A Place for Women—ongoing conversation**The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources  National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org  Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org  Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/  About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner  Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.
Hug 211: Finding Help: Resources for Mental Health
2025/10/15
It’s just me this week, friends! In honor of World Mental Health Day, I’m sharing something close to my heart—how to find help when you need it. I tell three stories from my own journey, from my first panic attacks and a psych hospital stay to caring for my mom and learning (again) to ask for help. Then I walk you through practical ways to find support—911, 988, EAPs, community programs, faith-based care, and hidden insurance perks you might not even know you have. Because sometimes self-help is enough… and sometimes it’s not. And there’s no shame in getting more help when you need it. 🎧 Listen, share, and remember: early help is easier help. Show notes at https://www.consideryourselfhugged.com/post/resources-for-mental-health Connect with us Instagram: Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!)TikTok: Short clips and storiesYouTube: Full episodes + video snippetsWomen’s Group: A Place for Women—ongoing conversation**The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources  National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org  Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org  Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/  About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner  Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.
Hug 210: Not a Label, a Lifeline: Mental Health Diagnoses
2025/10/08
In honor of World Mental Health Day, Michelle leads us through a compassionate talk about mental health diagnoses—what they mean, what they don’t, and how language, stigma, and support shape healing. Show notes at https://www.consideryourselfhugged.com/post/mental-health-diagnoses Connect with us Instagram: Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!)TikTok: Short clips and storiesYouTube: Full episodes + video snippetsWomen’s Group: A Place for Women—ongoing conversation**The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources  National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org  Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org  Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/  About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner  Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.
Hug 209: Not Perfect, Just Growing: The apology episode
2025/10/01
Sometimes the plan is… not to follow the plan! Michelle and I sat down today without a guest to talk about something that every one of us has faced: what to do when you hurt someone—and how to apologize. Show notes at https://www.consideryourselfhugged.com/post/the-apology-episode. Connect with us Instagram: Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!)TikTok: Short clips and storiesYouTube: Full episodes + video snippetsWomen’s Group: A Place for Women—ongoing conversation**The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources  National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org  Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org  Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/  About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner  Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.
Hug #208: "i am Because I Am": A Self-Esteem Conversation with Breanne Moore
2025/09/24
In this episode, we sit down with Breanne Moore, LMFT, and the conversation goes everywhere from antique farm doors to self-esteem in the age of social media. Breanne introduces her refreshing concept of “down-dating” (hint: it’s about finding comfort in the past, not keeping up with Pinterest perfection), and she shares wisdom from her book I Am Because I Am. We talk about what it means to raise kids with healthy self-esteem, how families can reconnect around the dinner table, and how our worth is already rooted in who God created us to be. Add in some laughs, Michelle’s cat story, and Breanne’s Australian Shepherd  making an appearance—and you’ve got an episode full of heart, humor, and hope. Connect with us Instagram: Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!)TikTok: Short clips and storiesYouTube: Full episodes + video snippetsWomen’s Group: A Place for Women—ongoing conversation**The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources  National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org  Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org  Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/  About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner  Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.
Hug 207: Community Building with Krislyn Mercer
2025/09/17
At just 23, Krislyn Mercer has turned babysitting into a thriving business, launched retreats, and has become a community leader. In this episode, we chat about her journey, lessons from the pandemic, her passion for service, and how she balances it all with authenticity and joy. Visit the Show Notes at https://www.consideryourselfhugged.com/post/episode-207-krislyn-mercer  for more! Connect with us Consider Yourself Hugged: New websiteInstagram: Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!)TikTok: Short clips and storiesYouTube: Full episodes + video snippetsWomen’s Group: A Place for Women—ongoing conversationThanks for joining! **Not intended to be therapy or replace therapy - If you need further help, please reach out to one of the resources: General Resources National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/ Celebrate Recovery: https://www.celebraterecovery.com/ About AA: https://www.aa.org/ About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Licensed Educator. Tami West, PhD Stress and Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses her entertaining and compelling style to shine a new light on how to transform your life. Connect with us Instagram: Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!)TikTok: Short clips and storiesYouTube: Full episodes + video snippetsWomen’s Group: A Place for Women—ongoing conversation**The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources  National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org  Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org  Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/  About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner  Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.
Hug 206: The Sunday Scaries, Teacher Joy, and Puppy Yoga
2025/09/10
Today is a mix of teacher stories, life lessons, and a little bit of joy (including Michelle’s puppy yoga adventure!). We kick things off with some behind-the-scenes tech glitches—because let’s be honest, podcasting isn’t always glamorous. Then we dive into a real conversation about the Sunday Scaries. Tami shares how her anxiety as a teacher used to make Sundays unbearable, even leading to missed community time. Michelle opens up about her own “scaries” and how holding on to “the way things have always been done” made teaching harder. Here's what we talk about: How teachers can design their year instead of letting the year design them.The dangers of perfectionism and comparison (like trying to be the next TikTok Super Teacher!!!).Why setting boundaries early in your teaching career can protect your joy and help prevent burnout.How parents and teachers can connect with kids through simple daily rituals and better questions than “How was your day?”We remind ourselves and you: your strength is in being you.  If you’re funny, be funny. If you’re compassionate, lean into that. If you need to fake it till you make it, that’s okay too.Visit the Show Notes at https://www.consideryourselfhugged.com/  for more! Connect with us Instagram: Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!)TikTok: Short clips and storiesYouTube: Full episodes + video snippetsWomen’s Group: A Place for Women—ongoing conversation**The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources  National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org  Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org  Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/  About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner  Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.
Hug #205 Welcome to Season 6: A New Beginning!
2025/09/03
A New BeginningHey friends — it’s Tami and Michelle, and we’re BACK! New cozy studios, new workflow, new logo, new socials, and a fresh focus for the next few months… with the same mission: women’s mental & emotional well-being (teachers, we see you 💛). In today's episode, we will catch you up on what’s been happening, celebrate milestones, and give you a sneak peek into what to expect in the upcoming episodes. *Disclaimer:The information in this show is not intended to be therapy or to address your individual situation. If you need further help, please reach out to one of the resources mentioned in the show notes. About us: Tami West, PhD Dr. Tami West is a stress & mental health expert who brings humor, research, and real-life experience to her speaking and writing. She has spoken in 48 states as well as the U.K., Australia, and New Zealand.  Michelle Kixmiller, MSN, MAE, RN, APN, PMHNP-BC Michelle Kixmiller is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and former public-school teacher. Michelle combines clinical expertise with an educator’s heart, advocating for holistic, team-based care in schools and beyond.  Links For Show notes: CYH Website consideryourselfhugged.com More info [email protected]   Connect with us Instagram: Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!)TikTok: Short clips and storiesYouTube: Full episodes + video snippetsWomen’s Group: A Place for Women—ongoing conversation**The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources  National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org  Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org  Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/  About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner  Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.
Hug 204 On the Front Lines – Mental Health and the 911 Dispatcher Life with Brittney
2025/04/02
🎧 Episode SummaryIn our powerful season finale, Tami and Michelle and I are joined by Tami’s younger sister Brittney, a 911 dispatcher in Metro Nashville. This deeply personal episode pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like to handle crisis calls, especially involving mental health.Brittney shares how she found her way to dispatching after personal loss, what it’s like to manage PTSD, anxiety, and depression while helping others in crisis, and what everyone should know about calling 911 when a loved one is struggling. She also talks about the support systems in place for dispatchers (and what's lacking), and why she’s passionate about breaking the stigma of mental health in emergency communications.“You want someone who’s been through what you’re going through.” – Brittney🔑 Key Takeaways• What happens behind the scenes during a 911 mental health crisis call• Why knowing your address is the most important thing you can do• The real reason dispatchers are often not considered first responders in Tennessee • How Brittney is using her story to educate and encourage others in the field • Hope for the future: Brittney’s journey into public speaking and possibly psychologyShow notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/mental-health-and-911. Thanks for joining!**Not intended to be therapy or replace therapy - If you need further help, please reach out to one of the resources:General Resources National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/ Celebrate Recovery: https://www.celebraterecovery.com/ About AA: https://www.aa.org/ Tami West, PhD Stress and Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses her entertaining and compelling style to shine a new light on how to transform your life and discover solutions to life’s challenges. Connect with me:https://www.tamiwest.com/ facebook.com/tamiwestseminars   [email protected] Connect with us Instagram: Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!)TikTok: Short clips and storiesYouTube: Full episodes + video snippetsWomen’s Group: A Place for Women—ongoing conversation**The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources  National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org  Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org  Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/  About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner  Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.
Hug 202 📌 Simplify Your Life with AI! 🚀 Save Time & Boost Productivity!
2025/03/24
Thanks for joining!**Not intended to be therapy or replace therapy - If you need further help, please reach out to one of the resources:General Resources National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/ Celebrate Recovery: https://www.celebraterecovery.com/ About AA: https://www.aa.org/ Tami West, PhD Stress and Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses her entertaining and compelling style to shine a new light on how to transform your life and discover solutions to life’s challenges. Connect with me:https://www.tamiwest.com/ facebook.com/tamiwestseminars   [email protected] Connect with us Instagram: Consider Yourself Hugged (new account!)TikTok: Short clips and storiesYouTube: Full episodes + video snippetsWomen’s Group: A Place for Women—ongoing conversation**The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org for chat and resources. General Resources  National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org  Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org  Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/  About Tami & Michelle: Michelle Kixmiller, PMHNP Michelle is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner  Tami West, PhD Stress & Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses research & fun to help transform your life.

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5 out of 5
37 reviews
★★★★★
Jo Theodora 2025/10/20
Warmth and Comfort
Tami and Michelle are hosts that create a warmth and comfort for their listeners. They bring their listeners heartfelt stories, practical life guidanc...
★★★★★
Theresa Lear Levine ✨💕✨ 2023/09/30
I feel it!!
You can definitely feel the hugs coming through in these episodes! Super genuine and conversational, I love the vibe of this show and feel grateful to...
★★★★★
Happyhealthycaregiver 2022/09/28
Top notch content
I appreciate how Tami is choosy about her words and their meaning. She has a girlfriend to girlfriend style of sharing information and her personal st...
★★★★★
lesliebs 2021/01/28
Tami is very relatable
I’m so glad to have Tami’s podcast back in my podcasts. I have missed you. Your soothing voice, your relatable stories, and your teaching us the value...
★★★★★
Matt Speaking of Success 2019/11/12
YBH’ed
Listening to Tami’s podcast is like sitting with here and looking at her and gaining her immense wisdom and insight into life. Every listen expands ...
★★★★★
Lookaroundguy 2019/10/25
Hugged
I’ve heard Tami speak twice once at an OAMSS Conference and again this week at a NAMSS Conference, she is truly engaging and relatable. When the podca...
★★★★★
kydiva50 2019/07/16
ANC ‘19 What’s your Emojis
Truly enjoyed your seminar!! You are truly a special woman. I left feeling hugged.
★★★★★
sarabish 2019/03/27
Thank you for CYH!
So glad to be getting caught up with your podcast. It’s exactly the reminder I need right now as I near the most jam-packed part of the school year. T...
★★★★★
Dr.TamiWest 2019/03/09
Since I created it I should rate it
So I’m gonna go ahead and say it’s great 😂
★★★★★
Truly Inspiring! 2019/02/12
L. Kolenda
I have seen Tami speak a couple of times, and the sessions were never long enough!! So insightful, so inspiring and so real!!! Thank you for this Podc...
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