Imagine a wellness tool that's free, accessible, and incredibly powerful - that's the magic of deep breathing. This episode unveils the hidden significance of breath and its profound impact on our mental, emotional, and physical health. Suzi spotlights how deep-seated fears and emotional threats can trigger anxiety and the necessity of setting emotional boundaries and fostering a space of self-love and acceptance. Do you have a story to tell? Want to share with Suzi? Email her at suzigma@gmail.c...
Sep 11, 2023•19 min•Season 2Ep. 76
Have you ever caught yourself in a web of fear, spun by what you have always been told or past experiences? Join me, Suzi Landolphi, as we consider the importance of understanding the value or purpose of what we fear, and how to turn this knowledge into growth opportunities. Exam and research you fear to gain knowledge of its validity. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full lineup at cominghomewell.com Download...
Sep 04, 2023•19 min•Season 2Ep. 75
Ever felt like you need a vacation but your bank balance says otherwise? Hold that thought, because we're about to shift perspectives and take you on a mind-bending journey that will help you relax and rejuvenate right where you are. Get ready to create a vacation mindset at home and you'll be amazed at how this transformation will help you find joy in the simplest of things. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the f...
Aug 28, 2023•20 min•Season 2Ep. 74
Stubbornness! Can this characteristic, often viewed negatively, actually have hidden depths and value? Join me, Susie Landolphi, as I am at my usual refuge, the Lifesavers Wild Horse Sanctuary, where we explore these questions and more. There are parallels between the protective nature of donkeys and the stubborn behavior exhibited by children who've had to become their own protectors. Drawing on my experience as a therapist, we challenge traditional views of mental health, encouraging a fresh p...
Aug 21, 2023•6 min•Season 2Ep. 73
I've never been a fan of moving. The anticipation, the upheaval, and the inevitable chaos always leave me feeling out of sync. Yet, here I am, knee-deep in moving boxes, juggling the stress of relocation with the demands of daily life. Join me, Suzi Landolphi, as we unpack not just physical boxes, but emotional ones too. In this episode of Be Crazy Well, we're exploring the metaphorical and literal movement: from shifting homes to transforming mental states, and how making mindful choices in tim...
Aug 14, 2023•9 min•Season 2Ep. 72
Imagine a scenario where you're granted permission to rest, to do less; surprising isn’t it? That's the kind of metamorphic conversation we're having today, an exploration into the world of rest, sleep, and mental health. We tap into the often ignored concept of post-traumatic growth and the remarkable impact it can make in our lives. Taking a closer look at our daily habits, we question if our actions during the day are the thieves of our good night's rest. Can your bedroom environment hold the...
Jul 30, 2023•27 min•Season 2Ep. 71
Ever found yourself in a slump, wondering how to rebuild your life? Well, I, Suzi Landolphi, have been there and I'm here to share with you how a period of collapse gave me the opportunity to start from scratch. We'll be reassessing what it is we are holding onto in our lives and if it's truly helping us to be our best selves. This podcast is designed to help you to not only find the strength in your struggles, but to harness it for growth and self-reinvention. We'll also be hearing the inspirin...
Jul 24, 2023•24 min•Season 2Ep. 70
Imagine stepping into a boxing ring, sweat dripping from your brow, adrenaline pumping through your veins. Now picture the same intensity applied to your mental health, transforming traumas into triumphs, and emotional reactions into controlled responses. That's what we're diving into today. A unique conversation that correlates the discipline of mastering boxing strikes to mastering our mental health wellness practices. We'll unwrap the concept of post-traumatic growth, and discuss how turning ...
Jul 17, 2023•28 min•Season 2Ep. 69
Ever had a moment where someone else's joy didn't make you happy? Today on Be Crazy Well, we have an illuminating conversation about navigating complex emotions like anger, resentment, and the blurred lines of fear and sadness that they often mask. Through a poignant narrative about a mother and her two daughters, we tackle the concept of 'learned helplessness' and reveal how sometimes, in our quest to do good, we might just be causing more harm. This episode paints a vivid picture of how our re...
Jul 10, 2023•27 min•Season 2Ep. 68
What if the key to personal growth and healthier relationships wasn't total independence, but rather interdependence? We're challenging the conventional narrative on what it means to be self-reliant, as we explore an alternative approach that emphasizes the value of collective growth. I'm your host, Suzi Landolphi, inviting you to join this enlightening discussion that could change the way you view your relationships, personal struggles, and overall mental health! In the spirit of Interdependenc...
Jul 03, 2023•16 min•Season 2Ep. 67
Our men and women of service are oftentimes put into horrific situations civilians will never understand or process. Decisions are made based on all the factors that are playing on that one moment. In today's episode Suzi is joined by Juston Graber , Army Combat Veteran, actor, producer and writer to discuss his time before, during and after his service. Juston is very candid and transparent about his journey and discusses in detail one of those very moments in time that change his course of bot...
Jun 26, 2023•54 min•Season 2Ep. 66
Suzi is excited to have another Coming Home Well podcaster, Mike Kim, host of Veteran Et Cetera on today to discuss Veteran Readjustment and pushing back on the Medical Model; Being curious and asking questions on what is actually working for our Veteran Community. Suzi and Mike are constantly collaborating and connecting to give voice and experience from different perspectives and treatments. The difference and solidarity in readjustment needs to fully look at before, during and after military ...
Jun 18, 2023•44 min•Season 2Ep. 65
Suzi has the pleasure of speaking with Charlotte Rayfield, dear friend and an incredible young lady. Charlotte is 25 years old and a senior in college and has Cerebral Palsy. She is giving insight from the other side of the narrative in caregiving as the one receiving. Oftentimes we focus as a society on caregiving for the elderly but what about caregiving for young adults who are disabled? This is a completely different approach and having the knowledge given to us by those receiving the care i...
Jun 12, 2023•49 min•Season 2Ep. 64
Regulate, Relate, Reason Using somatics to tackle trauma. In today's episode Suzi has the pleasure to speak with Martin Ali Simms, Founder of THE D.O.P.E. Coach Academy about using the neurosequential model to help regulate, relate and reason your mental health. For Martin, trauma at a young age set him on the path of discovery and wellbeing. https://www.neurosequential.com/ Martin's Bio Martin Simms, Founder of The D.O.P.E. Coach Academy, where wey cultivate Therapeutic experiences through Spor...
Jun 05, 2023•55 min•Season 2Ep. 63
Gentling the soul through equine therapy. Suzi talks about an organization dear to her heart, Lifesavers Wild Horse Rescue and how horses are helping veterans to heal. Horses live in the moment, and they are sensitive to energy levels, so it is important to be honest about how you are feeling in that moment. Your thoughts, feelings and actions must be the same in order to be honest. If you are being honest with how you are feeling the horse will respond in kindness. One has to learn to be congru...
May 22, 2023•32 min•Season 2Ep. 62
In this episode, Suzi talks with Eric Liddick about falling from grace and searching for a way back home. Eric's recent publication of his book All the Memories That Remain: War, Alzheimer's, and the Search for a Way Home is a tribute to his journey from war, his father's diagnosis of Alzheimer's and finding meaning in what remains. Visit Eric's webpage at ericliddick.com Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self” Tune into our CHW Streaming Radio and the full ...
May 15, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 61
Suzi is honored to have Jon Archambault join her today to kick start many more conversations about mental health, being a disruptor and learning to unload what's on your mind. Jon is a CAF Veteran, Mental Health Advocate, Author, Founder of Wired Differently, Podcaster, Leadership Coach and Former Police Officer...Wow! Be sure to check out the Black Sheep Podcast on all the streaming platforms and visit Jon's website Wired Differently, A Brand to Suit Your Wildest Adventure. Check out Jon book O...
May 08, 2023•44 min•Season 2Ep. 60
Be different! Be unique! Be willing to listen and appreciate someone else's story to see their uniqueness. We all play a special part in this adventure we call LIFE. Suzi challenges you to express and InJoy your differences as that is what makes you special. Recognize your superpowers and use them to grow, explore and thrive to be the person you deserve to be. What is your story of uniqueness? Suzi invites you to share. Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast’s theme song “Bee Your Best Self...
May 01, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 59
What you can perceive in your mind, your body will follow. Suzi is joined by Daniel "Doc" Jacobs, Retired U.S. Navy Petty Officer Second Class, Award Winning Author, Senior Medic and Ambassador for Gary Sinise Foundation, for part 2 of their conversation. Doc is candid about his recent amputation of his other leg and how hard it was mentally to push through the darkness. Both Suzi and Doc reflect on their own personal childhood trauma and how they learned from living through physical and mental ...
Apr 24, 2023•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 58
Are you coping to feel better or are you thriving and growing? Do you use the same approach or tactic to resolve every problem or situation? Suzi challenges you to make a list of other words to describe how you might be feeling. For example, instead of saying "I am scared to start this new job" which can activate adrenaline and your stress response, use the word opportunity : "I see this new job as an opportunity to grow and learn". Words do matter and it is how you can use them to help grow and...
Apr 17, 2023•28 min•Season 2Ep. 57
Finding agency and his purpose is how he rolls. Dustin Belusack, U.S. Army National Guard Veteran and Merging Vets and Players Virtual Program Manager, is Suzi's guest today. "I'm a proud native of the burbs of Cleveland, Ohio, and a veteran of the Army National Guard. After being activated, I lost myself and my drive, and eventually, I lost everything, I took the time to reflect on my life and make the necessary changes to become the best version of myself. It hasn't been easy, but I'm determin...
Apr 10, 2023•46 min•Season 2Ep. 56
Trauma needs no invitation to appear in a person's life. Suzi is talking about trauma and why it can feel so normal. In today's episode Suzi dives deeper into Dr. Gabor Mate's book The Myth of Normal and the Big T Trauma and the Little t Trauma. The Little t Trauma is the more hurtful and prevalent as it takes tiny bites out of a person's mental health and wellbeing. As part of investigating your wellbeing, Suzi introduces a self inquiry exercise by Dr Mate to shed light on where, how and why yo...
Apr 03, 2023•22 min•Season 2Ep. 55
Speaking your truth is a practice! In today's episode Suzi is joined by Matt Shepherd, US Navy Veteran for part 2 of his story. Matt is very honest and candid about his struggles to learn how to cope without alcohol or substances. He learned that sobriety brought a renewed joy for life and allowed him to explore not only the good but also tackle the bad in order to be crazy well. Matt learned to sit in his trauma, to understand the learned behavior from childhood, and how to pull himself out of ...
Mar 27, 2023•45 min•Season 2Ep. 54
Perseverance - The persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success. A word that could describe Suzi's guest today as he has continued to persevere through the obstacles. In today's episode Retired U.S. Navy Petty Officer Second Class Doc Jacobs joins Suzi as he talks about his desire to join the Navy, deployment and the moment life's journey gave him a new mission. Doc served eight years and two months in the United States Navy. He has served six-years and six mon...
Mar 20, 2023•55 min•Season 2Ep. 53
Suzi is joined today by Isaac Salvidar, US Marine Veteran and Program Manager at Merging Vets and Players Las Vegas Chapter. Isaac shares his journey of healing and his determination not to be his diagnosis. As a first generation American in his family Isaac began to pave his way to success through many diverse routes of achievement. As one of those routes Isaac joined the Marine Corps to solidify his toughness and satisfy a feeling of belonging, but this journey of growth came with a price. Lis...
Mar 13, 2023•57 min•Season 2Ep. 52
It is hard sometimes for us to give ourselves grace and recognize that we are all human. We all make mistakes and hit roadblocks that challenge our decision making. It is how we recover! It is how we explore empowering ourselves with knowledge to success and finding the love for ourselves to recognize we are allowed to make mistakes so we can learn and grow. Suzi talks with Matt Shepherd in this episode about his challenges, finding strength and learning to let go. Recognize your accomplishments...
Mar 06, 2023•51 min•Season 2Ep. 51
Real Relatable and Raw Suzi talks with John David "J.D." Morris, Retired US Army Special Forces, Professional Shooting and Tactics Instructor, and Wellness Mentor about the real struggles, relatable stories and raw details of his life. Trauma is an individual and unique reality for each of us and when we know we are not alone, we can then stand strong knowing we have many hands holding us up and helping us to move forward. We all deserve to be mentally healthy and stacking your team with those l...
Feb 27, 2023•51 min•Season 2Ep. 50
In today's episode we are revisiting Season 1 Episode 20 Everyone Has A Different Story. If you think you know it all, then how will you grow? The ancient Masters didn’t try to educate the people, but kindly taught them to not-know. When they think that they know the answers, people are difficult to guide. When they know that they don’t know, people can find their own way. ~ Tao Te Ching translated by Stephen Mitchell In this episode Suzi talks about "knowism" and how it can be hazardous when it...
Feb 20, 2023•24 min•Season 2Ep. 49
What is your internal dialogue of the word LOVE? One of the first words we learn is Love and understanding the physical sensations of pleasant and unpleasant. We teach our children about the words that represent emotions. In this episode, Suzi explores deeper how we are taught through our exposure to family and those around us how we define emotions and actions with words. We are taught the expectations and the definitions of how love is expressed and this can get very confusing as we grow. List...
Feb 13, 2023•28 min•Season 2Ep. 48
Suzi and Nate continued the conversation and dive into the importance of Veterans being able to have choices of where and who care for their needs through the VA especially if they are not local to a VA Medical Center. CV4A lays the grassroots of policies to move through legislation to give Veterans more control over their healthcare. Nate touches on some of those bills and policies, the Mission Act and how folks can assist through surveys and volunteering. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podca...
Feb 06, 2023•53 min•Season 2Ep. 47
