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Noggin Notes aims to educate and enrich your noggin about mental illness and wellness. Conversations range from factual and data-based to theoretical and idea-based. We welcome your input at info@nogginnotes.com or info@zephyrwellness.org. Noggin Notes is not intended as a substitute for professional counseling but we really do hope you can adopt and use some of what we share in order to improve your own life and to seek peace and wellness every day.
Episodes

Monday May 11, 2020
Podcast Episode: Strength and Courage Through a Crisis
Monday May 11, 2020
Monday May 11, 2020
We have the lovely pleasure of introducing Erica Hedman on our show and wow what an incredible individual. She has struggled with her mental health most of her life and has gone through and overcome the darkest parts of her life and she is here to share her story with you all.
Right now we are facing one of the biggest challenges in our lives: a global pandemic which is forcing us to stay within our homes or distance ourselves from our family, friends, and neighbors. It’s a time full of uncertainty, anxiety, and sadness, and it’s easy to get overwhelmed with these tough emotions.
It’s the time to cultivate the wisdom and courage to move forward with emotional agility.
We hope you enjoy this episode.
Taking a mental health screening is one of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. Mental health conditions, such as depression or anxiety, are real, common and treatable. And recovery is possible. To take your Free Mental Health screening visit https://walkthetalkamerica.org/ or click the following link.
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Monday Apr 27, 2020
Monday Apr 27, 2020
In todays episode we are joined by a special guest.
Since graduated in medicine from Oxford University, Rebecca has worked as a clinician and researcher across the globe, with a particular interest in the mental health of young people. Rebecca is a Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (UK) and a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists. She led a project to introduce mental health training in Somaliland. She currently works as a Consultant Psychiatrist in the National Health Service and researcher at the University of Oxford. She is hon Associate Professor at Nottingham University and editor for Cochrane (Schizophrenia group), summarising the best available evidence in healthcare.
We hope you enjoy this episode.
Taking a mental health screening is one of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. Mental health conditions, such as depression or anxiety, are real, common and treatable. And recovery is possible. To take your Free Mental Health screening visit https://walkthetalkamerica.org/ or click the following link.
Today’s show is brought to you by Audible. Audible is offering our listeners a free audiobook with a 30-day trial membership. Just go to http://www.audibletrial.com/NogginNotes and browse the unmatched selection of audio programs – download a title free and start listening.
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Monday Mar 23, 2020
Podcast Episode: Global Impact Starts with Local Action
Monday Mar 23, 2020
Monday Mar 23, 2020
In today's episode Jake welcomes Ann de Passos and they discuss the work she has been doing in the United Kingdom and South Africa.
Ann de Passos is the executive director for Routes to Resilience™ they are a collaborative initiative that reconnects people to their intrinsic capacity for leadership. Whether you are 9 or 90, their bespoke programmes and experiential learning journeys honor a commitment to lifelong learning.
Our unique routes to resilience help you develop a deep understanding of the interconnectedness between people and planet, ensuring you have the knowledge and tools to make better, more informed and sustainable life and career choices.
You can find out more information about her organization at https://routes2resilience.org/
We hope you enjoy this episode.
Taking a mental health screening is one of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. Mental health conditions, such as depression or anxiety, are real, common and treatable. And recovery is possible. To take your Free Mental Health screening visit https://walkthetalkamerica.org/ or click the following link.
Today’s show is brought to you by Audible. Audible is offering our listeners a free audiobook with a 30-day trial membership. Just go to http://www.audibletrial.com/NogginNotes and browse the unmatched selection of audio programs – download a title free and start listening.
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Monday Mar 09, 2020
Podcast Episode: Staying Balanced During Major Life Changes
Monday Mar 09, 2020
Monday Mar 09, 2020
We are walking transitions. We chase the next thing, trying to fill this underlying void of “not enough.” We so desperately grasp at everything to stay the same, and when change comes, we are scared.
Fear exists with change. When we can accept that fear is there, though, we can also ask at the same time “What do I have to do to get to where I need to be? How do I create the life I want?”
In today's episode Jake welcomes his long time friend Chris Barry and they discuss how to go through transitions and changes in our lives.
Taking a mental health screening is one of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. Mental health conditions, such as depression or anxiety, are real, common and treatable. And recovery is possible. To take your Free Mental Health screening visit https://walkthetalkamerica.org/ or click the following link.
We hope you enjoy this episode.
Today’s show is brought to you by Audible. Audible is offering our listeners a free audiobook with a 30-day trial membership. Just go to http://www.audibletrial.com/NogginNotes and browse the unmatched selection of audio programs – download a title free and start listening.
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Wednesday Feb 19, 2020
Podcast Episode: Reno Dad's with Mike McDowell
Wednesday Feb 19, 2020
Wednesday Feb 19, 2020
In today's episode we are joined by a special guest. Jake sits down with Mike McDowell. Mike is a native Reno resident and a graduate of the University of Nevada, Reno, with a degree in Journalism and Marketing. He is also the co-founder of Reno Dad's.
The Reno Dads project is an opportunity for self-reflection, self-improvement and community building. No stranger to giving back to our community, Mike derives great joy from the opportunity to bring this community together in an effort to show support for our fathers and our families.
Taking a mental health screening is one of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. Mental health conditions, such as depression or anxiety, are real, common and treatable. And recovery is possible. To take your Free Mental Health screening visit https://walkthetalkamerica.org/ or click the following link.
We hope you enjoy this episode.
Today’s show is brought to you by Audible. Audible is offering our listeners a free audiobook with a 30-day trial membership. Just go to http://www.audibletrial.com/NogginNotes and browse the unmatched selection of audio programs – download a title free and start listening.
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Monday Feb 10, 2020
Podcast Episode: Walking Through Anger with Dr Christian Conte
Monday Feb 10, 2020
Monday Feb 10, 2020
In today's episode we welcome back our good friend Dr. Christian Conte. Dr. Christian Conte is one of the country’s most accomplished mental health specialists in the field of anger and emotional management. A familiar figure on TV and radio, he is also a prolific writer, powerful communicator, and sought-after media expert.
Taking a mental health screening is one of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. Mental health conditions, such as depression or anxiety, are real, common and treatable. And recovery is possible. To take your Free Mental Health screening visit https://walkthetalkamerica.org/ or click the following link.
We hope you enjoy this episode.
Today’s show is brought to you by Audible. Audible is offering our listeners a free audiobook with a 30-day trial membership. Just go to http://www.audibletrial.com/NogginNotes and browse the unmatched selection of audio programs – download a title free and start listening.
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Monday Feb 03, 2020
Podcast Episode: Traditions within the Jewish Life
Monday Feb 03, 2020
Monday Feb 03, 2020
In today's we are joined by a very special guest. Jake speaks with Yehuda Remer, who is a Orthodox Jew, a member of the gun community who writes children books on firearms safety. This was a fun and very educational episode.
Taking a mental health screening is one of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. Mental health conditions, such as depression or anxiety, are real, common and treatable. And recovery is possible. To take your Free Mental Health screening visit https://walkthetalkamerica.org/ or click the following link.
We hope you enjoy this episode.
Today’s show is brought to you by Audible. Audible is offering our listeners a free audiobook with a 30-day trial membership. Just go to http://www.audibletrial.com/NogginNotes and browse the unmatched selection of audio programs – download a title free and start listening.
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Monday Jan 27, 2020
Podcast Episode: Homelessness and Addiction
Monday Jan 27, 2020
Monday Jan 27, 2020
Today we are joined by two great Gentleman. We welcome Pat Cashell and Austin Pollard to our show. They discuss homelessness and addiction.
Tragically, homelessness and addiction go hand in hand. The end result of homelessness is often substance abuse, and substance abuse often contributes to homelessness. The National Coalition for the Homeless has found that 38% of homeless people are alcohol dependent, and 26% are dependent on other harmful chemicals.
In addition to suffering mental illness, homeless individuals suffering mental conditions are more likely to be victims of assault, further needing the comfort they temporarily find in harmful substances. Homeless individuals suffering difficult mental and emotional conditions may find it convenient to self-medicate with harmful substances as well. The combination of mental disorders and substance abuse is known as dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorders. While it may seem that difficult mental conditions can be suppressed by drugs and alcohol use, this actually creates a destructive cycle of dependency.
We hope you enjoy this episode.
Today’s show is brought to you by Audible. Audible is offering our listeners a free audiobook with a 30-day trial membership. Just go to http://www.audibletrial.com/NogginNotes and browse the unmatched selection of audio programs – download a title free and start listening.
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Tuesday Jan 14, 2020
Podcast Episode: Forced Labour, Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking
Tuesday Jan 14, 2020
Tuesday Jan 14, 2020
Human trafficking is a crime that forcefully exploits women, men, and children. According to the United Nations, human trafficking affects every country in the world, but it’s not talked about enough. So we’re talking about it.
Trafficking involves transporting someone into a situation of exploitation. This can include forced labor, marriage, prostitution, and organ removal. This kind of exploitation is known by a few different names -- “human trafficking,” “trafficking of persons,” and “modern slavery” are the ones accepted by the US Department of State.
It’s estimated that internationally there are between 20 million and 40 million people in modern slavery today. Assessing the full scope of human trafficking is difficult because so cases so often go undetected, something the United Nations refers to as “the hidden figure of crime.
In today's episode, we joined by John Malcolm and Ron Toft where they discuss in depth trafficking and modern day slavery.
Today’s show is brought to you by Audible. Audible is offering our listeners a free audiobook with a 30-day trial membership. Just go to http://www.audibletrial.com/NogginNotes and browse the unmatched selection of audio programs – download a title free and start listening.
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Monday Dec 30, 2019
Podcast Episode: Achieving 'Growth Within'
Monday Dec 30, 2019
Monday Dec 30, 2019
One of the most valuable outcomes from coaching people is that you also develop yourself in the process of coaching. It is the genuine passion and intention to grow others that spurs us on to transform ourselves. To develop others, we have to first develop ourselves and to continuously change others, we can’t help but continuously transform ourselves.
In todays episode we welcome back Matt. They chat about inner growth, leadership and helping others grow. Helping others grow strengthens the human relationships. When you help others, you help yourself as well.
Today’s show is brought to you by Audible. Audible is offering our listeners a free audiobook with a 30-day trial membership. Just go to http://www.audibletrial.com/NogginNotes and browse the unmatched selection of audio programs – download a title free and start listening.
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