The New Year is a time of renewal, vision, and, for some people, commitment to new goals. It's easy to plan and hope that the motivation will come in the new year, but how do you actually see your resolutions through? On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected,  Dr. Liz shares several tips and strategies for tackling your goals even when you are lacking motivation. Find out how you can make 2023 your most productive year yet!  For more information on Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick, visit her...

A very common issue in the fashion industry and modeling world is distorted views of body image. This can make it difficult for models with curvier figures to find a place for themselves in their industry, even as it has become more "inclusive." Joining Dr. Fedrick on today’s episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Rachael Brook. She is a curve model, activist, actress and influencer with a passion for speaking out about exclusion within her industry.  Key Takeaways from Dr. Liz’s chat with...

A very common misconception in the entertainment industry is that actors, singers and especially comedians are happy and in a good mental place all the time. This can be really isolating for these people, for others to always think they’re doing well. Joining Dr. Fedrick on today’s episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Quincy Carr, also known as the “Quality Comedy King.” He is a comedian, television show host, actor and entrepreneur. Key Takeaways from Dr. Liz’s chat with Quincy: • Hear...

Being in the military in today’s day and age brings with it a plethora of mental health ailments that our men and women in uniform may endure during their time in service, and also after retirement and transitioning to civilian life. Add in the stressors that come with being a Navy SEAL, and the mental health ramifications can be catastrophic. Joining Dr. Fedrick on today’s episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Dale McLellan, the President and CEO of FrogDog K9. He is going to shed some...

Parenting is one of the hardest jobs on the planet. Kids will inevitably act out, and then the parent has to make a split-second decision as to how to react. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected- Dr. Fedrick explains some of the most common reasons behind children’s problem behavior, and also how to effectively correct them. For more information on Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick, visit her website: evolvecounselingaz.com Connect with Dr. Fedrick on Instagram: @drelizabethfedrick Watch the...

Relationships can be difficult to maintain, even with a “stable” day-to-day life. For military spouses, those difficulties become amplified by military life. Training, long hours, deployments, and more contribute to the magnification of relationship issues. Bianca Martinez-Oberhelman joins Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected. She is a retired military spouse currently residing in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She was been there at the beginning and throughout her husband's...

At one point or another, we have all struggled or will struggle with dating. Whether you're entering the dating pool for the first time or putting yourself back out there after the end of a relationship, the dating scene can be overwhelming.  Joining Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Jacob Lucas. Jacob is a dating coach from the UK, helping his clients across the globe find love. He shares his ultimate tips and tricks to help people navigate dating more...

The environments that we spend our time in can have a huge impact on our mood states, our daily functioning and our state of mind. Everything from the colors, the fixtures and even the lighting can effect how we feel about the space- as well as our mindset in general. Joining Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Sara Bendrick. Sara is a licensed landscape contractor, a small business owner, television host and author. She is going to chat with Liz about creating a space...

The decision to lead a sober lifestyle is a very unique and subjective decision for each individual person. Some people may choose to be sober for their physical health, others may choose sobriety for their mental health, and some may do it for both. There are so many benefits to abstaining from substance use, yet in our society it most certainly isn’t the easiest thing to do. Joining Dr. Fedrick for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is CJ Sparxx- a model, creator and podcast host....

Most of us are pretty aware of the almost automatic reaction or discomfort we experience when we hear noises such as nails on a chalkboard, or other loud and disruptive noises. Thankfully, most people don’t have to deal with this uncomfortable scenario on a day-to-day basis. But some do with this on a daily basis. Those people are dealing with something called Misophonia. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected, Dr. Fedrick is joined by Thomas Dozier. He is the President of the Misophonia...

Being in a relationship can be beautiful, or it can be really ugly. One of the more “ugly” kinds of relationships is a one-sided relationship. A one-sided relationship is where one party or the other is putting in most of the work and effort to make the relationship thrive. These relationships lack the reciprocity necessary to be a healthy and loving relationship. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected, learn ways to determine whether or not you are stuck in a one-sided relationship-...

Self-awareness is defined as “conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires.” This is integral in relationships, because being self-aware also helps you to understand how our words and actions can effect the other party. Joining Dr. Fedrick for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Nico Barraza. He is a professional coach and counselor, and he is going to help break down further why self-awareness is so integral in relationships. Key Takeaways from Dr....

One of the most tragic aspects of divorce, is when children are involved. Often times, both parties are unable to provide quality co-parenting due to extreme emotions. Joining Dr. Fedrick for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Leslie Hope Holthoff. She is an author, and a divorce & co-parenting coach. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Leslie: • Hear about Leslie’s work in the field • Learn about Leslie’s background and personal history with divorce and co-parenting •...

While the holiday season represents a time of joy for many it can also bring about additional stress, sadness, and mental distress for others. This circumstantial and seasonal depression is often referred to "seasonal blues" or "S.A.D.," Seasonal Affective Disorder. On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected Dr. Fedrick shares some fundamentals on Seasonal Affective Disorder and offers tips for navigating it this holiday season. For more information on Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick, visit her...

When people talk about being healthy, generally they mean physical health. But the human body actually functions better when our physical health AND our mental health are both in harmony. Joining Dr. Fedrick for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Alexis Perkins. She is the host of our sister show, We Are Living Healthy, as well as the creator of Chair One Fitness! Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Alexis: Hear about Alexis’ backgroundLearn how physical health influences...

Conflict is inevitable in all relationships. As humans we are all so different from one another, that it is normal and honestly expected to disagree sometimes! On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected- Dr. Fedrick walks us through how to fix a relationship after rupture. For more information on Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick, visit her website: evolvecounselingaz.com Connect with Dr. Fedrick on Instagram: @drelizabethfedrick Watch the video interview on our Facebook Page For more great Calm,...

Resilience is defined as the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties. It’s a person’s capacity to overcome the ramifications of traumatic events. Joining Dr. Liz for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is AJ Sarcione. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with AJ: • Hear about AJ’s background • Learn how he defines resilience • Find out what “turning feelings into function” means • Discover what AJ means when he says “get your shine” • Learn helpful tips from AJ to help get your...

The brain is wired for pleasure-seeking activities, and for some people- this means shopping. Sometimes the spending can become an actual problem, and create huge issues in a person’s life. Joining Dr. Fedrick for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Shang Saavedra. She is a Personal Finance Blogger at Save My Cents. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Shung: • Hear about her background • Learn how the wiring of the brain influences purchase decisions • Discover some of the...

Whether or not people like to admit it, we all lie at some point in time. Whether it be a little white lie or a major lie- lies are just a fact of life. Joining Dr. Fedrick for this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Aldert Vrij. He is a Doctor and a Professor of Applied Social Psychology. He is going to help break down the scientific parts of lies. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Aldert: • Hear about his background • Learn why people lie • Discover how children lie, as a...

While mental health in general is a taboo topic, the societal messaging around men’s mental health is even more troubling. Joining Dr. Fedrick on this episode is John Eli. He is a life coach with a Masters of Science in Psychology. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with John Eli: • Hear about his background and work in the mental health field • Learn John Eli’s take on the stigma surrounding men and their mental health • Find out how he helps to break down feelings and emotions for his...

On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected, Dr. Fedrick walks us through how to effectively increase awareness when receiving feedback. For more information on Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick, visit her website: evolvecounselingaz.com Connect with Dr. Fedrick on Instagram: @drelizabethfedrick Watch the video interview on our Facebook Page For more great Calm, Cool and Connected content, don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on all major podcasting platforms....

On this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected, Dr. Fedrick walks us through how to effectively provide feedback, in a manner that won’t break a loved ones’ sense of safety and trust. For more information on Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick, visit her website: evolvecounselingaz.com Connect with Dr. Fedrick on Instagram: @drelizabethfedrick Watch the video interview on our Facebook Page For more great Calm, Cool and Connected content, don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on all major podcasting...

In our society of busy, self-care is often put on the back burner. This presents a problem, when it is of utmost important to both our physical and mental health. There are so many ways to practice self-care that there really is something that everyone can enjoy. Joining Dr. Fedrick on today’s episode of Calm, Cool and Connected is Gail Lynn. She is the inventor of a newer form of self-care, called The Harmonic Egg. She is going to help educate us on what the Harmonic Egg is, and how it...

The YMCA is focused on investing in our youth, in order to create a better future for us all. Joining Dr. Fedrick on this episode of Calm, Cool and Connected are Caleb Cooper and Sarah Baker from the YMCA of South Hampton Roads. They are going to share with us how the YMCA is seeking to keep our youth healthy- both physically and mentally. Key Takeaways from Dr. Fedrick’s chat with Caleb and Sarah: Hear about Sarah and Caleb’s roles with the YMCALearn about the YMCA’s view on the connection...