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Prescribing Possibility is hosted by physician, writer, and master coach Dr. Dympna Weil, MD. It’s a space for real, reflective conversations that inspire deep healing, bold growth, and a more harmonious way of living.  Whether you’re navigating life in medicine, feeling pulled in a thousand directions, or simply searching for steadiness in a chaotic world, Prescribing Possibility offers stories, strategies, and soulful support.  Settle in for your weekly dose of thoughtful dialogue and personal transformation, and the gentle reminder that life doesn’t have to be perfect to be beautiful.     


Special thanks to @Bright_Sighted Media and  @creatorstudiosaratoga for this opportunity to learn &amp;amp; create in their warm, cozy, and welcoming Bright Sighted Studio in downtown Saratoga Springs, NY. As a Founding member of the Creator Studio, it is an honor to work with them &amp;amp; remind myself that I still can learn new things (albeit at a slower pace...). Shoutout and gratitude to Christine Murtagh for her supurb VA support xo

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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by anxiety, as if the weight of the world is resting on your shoulders?


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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we're bringing back one of our most important conversations — and it's just as urgent today as when we first aired it.</p><p>In this episode, host Dr. Dympna Weil sits down with Dr. Stephanie Simmons, Chief Medical Officer of the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes Foundation, to tackle a challenge hiding in plain sight: the mental health crisis among the very people who care for us.<br></p><p>Healthcare workers face extraordinary emotional demands — yet too many hesitate to seek help, fearing it could cost them their careers. Dr. Simmons shares how the Foundation is working to change that, from building more supportive workplace cultures to eliminating stigmatizing language embedded in medical licensing requirements.</p><p><br><b>In this episode, you'll hear about:</b></p><ul><li><p>The mission and advocacy work of the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes Foundation</p></li><li><p>How licensing language creates real barriers to care-seeking</p></li><li><p>The personal stories that are driving systemic change</p></li><li><p>Why seeking mental health support is a sign of strength — not weakness</p></li><li><p>What healthcare organizations can do right now to foster a culture of care</p></li></ul><p><br>This conversation is a reminder that protecting the well-being of healthcare workers isn't just a compassionate goal — it's a patient safety issue.</p><p><br>🌱 <b>This Mental Health Awareness Month, share this episode with a colleague, a friend in healthcare, or anyone who needs to hear that asking for help is an act of courage.</b></p><p><br></p><p>Thanks for listening. Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here.</p><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger.</p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Substack (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil">https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Linkedin</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil">https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Bluesky</p><p>https://‪@dympnaweil.bsky.social‬</p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we're bringing back one of our most important conversations — and it's just as urgent today as when we first aired it.
In this episode, host Dr. Dympna Weil sits down with Dr. Stephanie Simmons, Chief Medical...</itunes:subtitle>

                
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                <title>Pulling Back the Curtain: Living with Vestibular Migraine &amp; Learning to Receive Care</title>
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>In this deeply personal solo episode, Dr. Dympna Weil pulls back the curtain on what’s been happening behind the scenes—and why she’s been quieter lately</p><p><br></p><p>She shares her experience navigating debilitating vestibular migraines, the invisible cost of chronic illness, and the emotional weight of guilt that so often accompanies it. From missed moments to misdiagnoses, insurance battles to unexpected relief, this episode is an honest look at what it means to live in a body that doesn’t always cooperate—and how to find compassion anyway.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’ve ever felt unseen in your struggle, or found it hard to receive support when you’re used to being the caregiver, this conversation will meet you right where you are.<br></p><p><b>What You’ll Hear in This Episode</b></p><ul><li><p>What vestibular migraines <em>actually</em> feel like (and why they’re often misunderstood)</p></li><li><p>The hidden cost of chronic illness: missed moments, limitations, and guilt</p></li><li><p>Why conditions like vestibular migraine are frequently misdiagnosed</p></li><li><p>The frustrating reality of navigating insurance and treatment access</p></li><li><p>The impact of losing a medication that was working—and what came next</p></li><li><p>A powerful moment of relief (and what it revealed emotionally)</p></li><li><p>The challenge of receiving care when you’re used to giving it</p></li><li><p>Why asking for help is not weakness—it’s part of healing<br></p></li></ul><p><b>Key Takeaways</b></p><ul><li><p>Chronic conditions don’t always look the way we expect—and that can delay diagnosis and validation</p></li><li><p>Guilt often compounds physical suffering, especially for high-achieving caregivers</p></li><li><p>The healthcare system isn’t always designed with the patient’s lived experience in mind</p></li><li><p>Relief, after prolonged struggle, can feel more like an exhale than celebration</p></li><li><p>Receiving care is a practice—and sometimes the hardest one to learn<br></p></li></ul><p><b>A Moment to Reflect</b></p><p>Where in your life are you pushing through… when your body might be asking you to pause?</p><p>What would it look like to let yourself receive support—without apology?</p><p><br></p><p>Thanks for listening. Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here.</p><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger.</p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Substack (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil">https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Linkedin</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil">https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Bluesky</p><p>https://‪@dympnaweil.bsky.social‬</p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this deeply personal solo episode, Dr. Dympna Weil pulls back the curtain on what’s been happening behind the scenes—and why she’s been quieter lately</p><p><br></p><p>She shares her experience navigating debilitating vestibular migraines, the invisible cost of chronic illness, and the emotional weight of guilt that so often accompanies it. From missed moments to misdiagnoses, insurance battles to unexpected relief, this episode is an honest look at what it means to live in a body that doesn’t always cooperate—and how to find compassion anyway.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’ve ever felt unseen in your struggle, or found it hard to receive support when you’re used to being the caregiver, this conversation will meet you right where you are.<br></p><p><b>What You’ll Hear in This Episode</b></p><ul><li><p>What vestibular migraines <em>actually</em> feel like (and why they’re often misunderstood)</p></li><li><p>The hidden cost of chronic illness: missed moments, limitations, and guilt</p></li><li><p>Why conditions like vestibular migraine are frequently misdiagnosed</p></li><li><p>The frustrating reality of navigating insurance and treatment access</p></li><li><p>The impact of losing a medication that was working—and what came next</p></li><li><p>A powerful moment of relief (and what it revealed emotionally)</p></li><li><p>The challenge of receiving care when you’re used to giving it</p></li><li><p>Why asking for help is not weakness—it’s part of healing<br></p></li></ul><p><b>Key Takeaways</b></p><ul><li><p>Chronic conditions don’t always look the way we expect—and that can delay diagnosis and validation</p></li><li><p>Guilt often compounds physical suffering, especially for high-achieving caregivers</p></li><li><p>The healthcare system isn’t always designed with the patient’s lived experience in mind</p></li><li><p>Relief, after prolonged struggle, can feel more like an exhale than celebration</p></li><li><p>Receiving care is a practice—and sometimes the hardest one to learn<br></p></li></ul><p><b>A Moment to Reflect</b></p><p>Where in your life are you pushing through… when your body might be asking you to pause?</p><p>What would it look like to let yourself receive support—without apology?</p><p><br></p><p>Thanks for listening. Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here.</p><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger.</p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Substack (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil">https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Linkedin</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil">https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Bluesky</p><p>https://‪@dympnaweil.bsky.social‬</p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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                                            <itunes:episode>22</itunes:episode>
                        <podcast:episode>22</podcast:episode>
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                <title>What Every Parent Needs to Know About Youth Suicide Prevention with Dr. Christine Yu Moutier</title>
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>In this powerful episode of <em>Prescribing Possibility</em>, I sit down with Dr. Christine Yu Moutier, a physician, mother, and national leader in suicide prevention. We cover the most pressing questions parents, educators, and clinicians are asking right now. From the unsettling rise of AI chatbot dependency to the surprisingly simple things that can save a young person's life.</p><p><br><b>In this episode:</b></p><ul><li><p><b>The state of youth mental health today</b> What the CDC's Youth Risk Behavior Survey tells us about anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation</p></li><li><p><b>AI, chatbots, and your child</b> Why Dr. Moutier is sounding the alarm about platforms like Character AI </p></li><li><p><b>Warning signs that are easy to miss</b> Why most suicide risk factors are invisible and why trusting your gut as a parent matters more than you might think.</p></li><li><p><b>How to have the conversation</b> How to open a caring dialogue and why asking directly about suicidal thoughts doesn't plant the idea it saves lives.</p></li><li><p><b>The role of pediatricians and primary care</b> How new AAP guidelines are bringing suicide risk screening to well-child visits </p></li><li><p><b>Positive social contagion</b> How peer-to-peer conversations and community events are modeling a stigma-free culture</p></li></ul><p><br><b>Connect with Dr. Christine Yu Moutier:</b></p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-yu-moutier-69475014b/"><b><u>LinkedIn</u></b></a></p></li></ul><p><br><b>Resources:</b></p><ul><li><p><a href="https://seizetheawkward.org"><u>Seize the Awkward</u></a> — Youth-focused suicide prevention campaign from AFSP, NAMI, and the Ad Council</p></li><li><p><a href="https://afsp.org/talk-saves-lives"><u>Talk Saves Lives</u></a> — AFSP's free one-hour suicide prevention education program</p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.aap.org"><u>Blueprint for Youth Suicide Prevention</u></a> — A clinical guide for pediatricians, available on the AAP website</p></li><li><p><a href="https://afsp.org/out-of-the-darkness-walks"><u>Out of the Darkness Walks</u></a> — Community walks hosted by AFSP chapters nationwide</p></li><li><p><a href="https://afsp.org/find-a-local-chapter"><u>How to Find Your Local AFSP Chapter</u></a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://afsp.org/real-convo-guides"><u>Real Convo Guides</u></a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://afsp.org"><u>Teens and Suicide: What Parents Should Know</u></a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.jhsph.edu/research/centers-and-institutes/johns-hopkins-center-for-prevention-and-early-intervention/good-behavior-game/"><u>The Good Behavior Game</u></a> — Long-term upstream prevention research</p></li><li><p><b>988 Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline</b> — Call or text 988</p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/"><b><u>The Trevor Project</u></b></a> — Crisis support for LGBTQ+ youth: 1-866-488-7386</p></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this powerful episode of <em>Prescribing Possibility</em>, I sit down with Dr. Christine Yu Moutier, a physician, mother, and national leader in suicide prevention. We cover the most pressing questions parents, educators, and clinicians are asking right now. From the unsettling rise of AI chatbot dependency to the surprisingly simple things that can save a young person's life.</p><p><br><b>In this episode:</b></p><ul><li><p><b>The state of youth mental health today</b> What the CDC's Youth Risk Behavior Survey tells us about anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation</p></li><li><p><b>AI, chatbots, and your child</b> Why Dr. Moutier is sounding the alarm about platforms like Character AI </p></li><li><p><b>Warning signs that are easy to miss</b> Why most suicide risk factors are invisible and why trusting your gut as a parent matters more than you might think.</p></li><li><p><b>How to have the conversation</b> How to open a caring dialogue and why asking directly about suicidal thoughts doesn't plant the idea it saves lives.</p></li><li><p><b>The role of pediatricians and primary care</b> How new AAP guidelines are bringing suicide risk screening to well-child visits </p></li><li><p><b>Positive social contagion</b> How peer-to-peer conversations and community events are modeling a stigma-free culture</p></li></ul><p><br><b>Connect with Dr. Christine Yu Moutier:</b></p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-yu-moutier-69475014b/"><b><u>LinkedIn</u></b></a></p></li></ul><p><br><b>Resources:</b></p><ul><li><p><a href="https://seizetheawkward.org"><u>Seize the Awkward</u></a> — Youth-focused suicide prevention campaign from AFSP, NAMI, and the Ad Council</p></li><li><p><a href="https://afsp.org/talk-saves-lives"><u>Talk Saves Lives</u></a> — AFSP's free one-hour suicide prevention education program</p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.aap.org"><u>Blueprint for Youth Suicide Prevention</u></a> — A clinical guide for pediatricians, available on the AAP website</p></li><li><p><a href="https://afsp.org/out-of-the-darkness-walks"><u>Out of the Darkness Walks</u></a> — Community walks hosted by AFSP chapters nationwide</p></li><li><p><a href="https://afsp.org/find-a-local-chapter"><u>How to Find Your Local AFSP Chapter</u></a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://afsp.org/real-convo-guides"><u>Real Convo Guides</u></a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://afsp.org"><u>Teens and Suicide: What Parents Should Know</u></a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.jhsph.edu/research/centers-and-institutes/johns-hopkins-center-for-prevention-and-early-intervention/good-behavior-game/"><u>The Good Behavior Game</u></a> — Long-term upstream prevention research</p></li><li><p><b>988 Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline</b> — Call or text 988</p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/"><b><u>The Trevor Project</u></b></a> — Crisis support for LGBTQ+ youth: 1-866-488-7386</p></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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                                            <itunes:episode>21</itunes:episode>
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In this powerful episode of Prescribing Possibility, I sit down with Dr. Christine Yu Moutier, a physician, mother, and national leader in suicide prevention. We cover the most pressing questions parents, educators, and clinicians are asking right now...</itunes:subtitle>

                
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                <title>Maternal Ambivalence: The Loving Moments &amp; Bitter Truths of Motherhood with Dr. Margo Lowy</title>
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>What if the hardest feelings you have as a mother are actually the most important ones? In this deeply honest conversation, Dympna sits down with psychotherapist, researcher, and author Dr. Margo Lowy to explore the concept of <b>maternal ambivalence</b> and why naming it might be the most liberating thing a mother can do.<br></p><p>Dr. Lowy brings over 45 years of personal and professional experience to this conversation, drawing from her book on maternal ambivalence, her PhD research, and her work as a practicing psychotherapist. She challenges the polished, one-dimensional portrait of motherhood we see in social media and offers something far more honest, and far more human, in its place.</p><p><br><b>What You'll Learn in This Episode</b></p><ul><li><p>What maternal ambivalence actually means — and why it's so often misunderstood. (Hint: it's not indifference, and it's not just "mixed feelings.")</p></li><li><p>Why the difficult, dark feelings of motherhood aren't signs that something is wrong — they are the experience.</p></li><li><p>How shame builds up when we suppress our complicated feelings, and what it looks like when women begin to work through it.</p></li><li><p>The power of three guiding mantras Dr. Lowy returns to throughout her work: mothering is <em>messy</em>, it's <em>interrupted</em>, and it's <em>loving</em> — all at once.</p></li><li><p>Why the idea that you're "making it up as you go along" is actually a gift, not a failure.</p></li><li><p>How mothering is a lifelong process of holding on and letting go — from newborns to teenagers to adult children.</p></li><li><p>The role of self-forgiveness, flow, and fluidity in becoming the mother you want to be.</p></li><li><p>Why who you surround yourself with matters enormously — and how to build your "team."</p></li><li><p>How our children learn emotional regulation by watching us navigate our own feelings.</p></li><li><p>Why the narrative of motherhood needs to shift from <em>exclusive</em> (either/or) to <em>inclusive</em> (and/and).</p></li></ul><p><br><b>Resources &amp; Links</b></p><ul><li><p>📖 Dr. Margo Lowy's book: <a href="https://drmargolowy.com/book/">https://drmargolowy.com/book/</a> </p></li><li><p>✍️ Read her monthly articles on <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com">Psychology Today: </a><a href="http://psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/margo-lowy-phd">http://psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/margo-lowy-phd</a> </p></li><li><p>🎬 Film recommendation: <em>A Happy Event</em> (French film, 2000s) </p></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger.</p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a>Thanks for listening. Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here.</p><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger.</p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What if the hardest feelings you have as a mother are actually the most important ones? In this deeply honest conversation, Dympna sits down with psychotherapist, researcher, and author Dr. Margo Lowy to explore the concept of <b>maternal ambivalence</b> and why naming it might be the most liberating thing a mother can do.<br></p><p>Dr. Lowy brings over 45 years of personal and professional experience to this conversation, drawing from her book on maternal ambivalence, her PhD research, and her work as a practicing psychotherapist. She challenges the polished, one-dimensional portrait of motherhood we see in social media and offers something far more honest, and far more human, in its place.</p><p><br><b>What You'll Learn in This Episode</b></p><ul><li><p>What maternal ambivalence actually means — and why it's so often misunderstood. (Hint: it's not indifference, and it's not just "mixed feelings.")</p></li><li><p>Why the difficult, dark feelings of motherhood aren't signs that something is wrong — they are the experience.</p></li><li><p>How shame builds up when we suppress our complicated feelings, and what it looks like when women begin to work through it.</p></li><li><p>The power of three guiding mantras Dr. Lowy returns to throughout her work: mothering is <em>messy</em>, it's <em>interrupted</em>, and it's <em>loving</em> — all at once.</p></li><li><p>Why the idea that you're "making it up as you go along" is actually a gift, not a failure.</p></li><li><p>How mothering is a lifelong process of holding on and letting go — from newborns to teenagers to adult children.</p></li><li><p>The role of self-forgiveness, flow, and fluidity in becoming the mother you want to be.</p></li><li><p>Why who you surround yourself with matters enormously — and how to build your "team."</p></li><li><p>How our children learn emotional regulation by watching us navigate our own feelings.</p></li><li><p>Why the narrative of motherhood needs to shift from <em>exclusive</em> (either/or) to <em>inclusive</em> (and/and).</p></li></ul><p><br><b>Resources &amp; Links</b></p><ul><li><p>📖 Dr. Margo Lowy's book: <a href="https://drmargolowy.com/book/">https://drmargolowy.com/book/</a> </p></li><li><p>✍️ Read her monthly articles on <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com">Psychology Today: </a><a href="http://psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/margo-lowy-phd">http://psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/margo-lowy-phd</a> </p></li><li><p>🎬 Film recommendation: <em>A Happy Event</em> (French film, 2000s) </p></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger.</p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a>Thanks for listening. Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here.</p><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger.</p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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What if the hardest feelings you have as a mother are actually the most important ones? In this deeply honest conversation, Dympna sits down with psychotherapist, researcher, and author Dr. Margo Lowy to explore the concept of maternal ambivalence and...</itunes:subtitle>

                
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>What happens when medicine meets storytelling? Dr. Danielle Ofri — physician, author, and founder of the Bellevue Literary Review — joins Prescribing Possibility for a conversation that will stay with you.<br></p><p>From asking patients what it's actually like to be sick, to 125 people walking past a wall of missing persons posters on October 9th, 2001 and choosing, in their grief, to gather and listen to poetry — this episode is a beautiful reminder of why the arts belong at the heart of medicine.</p><p>Dr. Ofri shares how a simple question to medical students ("just tell the patient what it's like to have diabetes") sparked a literary journal that is now celebrating its 25th anniversary and 50th issue. She also opens up about her forthcoming book on facing our fears of death — and why leaning into that conversation might be the most universal thing we can do.</p><p>Her dose of inspiration? You don't have to publish something for it to be meaningful to have written.</p><p><br>🕐 TIMESTAMPS</p><p>00:00 – Welcome &amp; Introduction</p><p>01:25 – How the Bellevue Literary Review was born</p><p>05:00 – Celebrating 25 years &amp; Issue 50</p><p>06:17 – Launching the journal on October 9th, 2001</p><p>07:37 – Why we turn to the arts in times of vulnerability</p><p>08:22 – Dr. Ofri's unexpected path to writing</p><p>13:09 – How BLR evolved after COVID</p><p>23:59 – BLR Writing Studio &amp; upcoming events</p><p>26:34 – Celeste Ng, Abraham Verghese &amp; the writers BLR helped launch</p><p>30:34 – Dr. Ofri's new book on facing the fear of death</p><p>32:44 – Dose of Inspiration: put your thoughts on the page</p><p><br>🔗 LINKS &amp; RESOURCES MENTIONED</p><p>Bellevue Literary Review → <a href="http://blreview.org">blreview.org</a></p><p>Subscribe to the BLR Weekly Newsletter → <a href="https://blreview.org/product-category/subscriptions/">https://blreview.org/product-category/subscriptions/</a></p><p>BLR Upcoming Events: <a href="https://blreview.org/blog/#events">https://blreview.org/blog/#events</a></p><p>BLR Writing Studio (launching soon)</p><p><br>✨ CONNECT WITH DR. DANIELLE OFRI</p><p>Website: <a href="http://danielleofri.com">danielleofri.com</a></p><p>Bellevue Literary Review: <a href="http://blreview.org">blreview.org</a></p><p>Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blreview/">https://www.instagram.com/blreview/</a></p><p>Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/danielle_ofri/">https://www.instagram.com/danielle_ofri/</a></p><p>LinkedIn <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/bellevue-literary-review/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/bellevue-literary-review/</a></p><p><br>🎙️ CONNECT WITH PRESCRIBING POSSIBILITY</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com/">https://www.dympnaweil.com/</a></p><p>Subscribe so you never miss an episode ❤️</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What happens when medicine meets storytelling? Dr. Danielle Ofri — physician, author, and founder of the Bellevue Literary Review — joins Prescribing Possibility for a conversation that will stay with you.<br></p><p>From asking patients what it's actually like to be sick, to 125 people walking past a wall of missing persons posters on October 9th, 2001 and choosing, in their grief, to gather and listen to poetry — this episode is a beautiful reminder of why the arts belong at the heart of medicine.</p><p>Dr. Ofri shares how a simple question to medical students ("just tell the patient what it's like to have diabetes") sparked a literary journal that is now celebrating its 25th anniversary and 50th issue. She also opens up about her forthcoming book on facing our fears of death — and why leaning into that conversation might be the most universal thing we can do.</p><p>Her dose of inspiration? You don't have to publish something for it to be meaningful to have written.</p><p><br>🕐 TIMESTAMPS</p><p>00:00 – Welcome &amp; Introduction</p><p>01:25 – How the Bellevue Literary Review was born</p><p>05:00 – Celebrating 25 years &amp; Issue 50</p><p>06:17 – Launching the journal on October 9th, 2001</p><p>07:37 – Why we turn to the arts in times of vulnerability</p><p>08:22 – Dr. Ofri's unexpected path to writing</p><p>13:09 – How BLR evolved after COVID</p><p>23:59 – BLR Writing Studio &amp; upcoming events</p><p>26:34 – Celeste Ng, Abraham Verghese &amp; the writers BLR helped launch</p><p>30:34 – Dr. Ofri's new book on facing the fear of death</p><p>32:44 – Dose of Inspiration: put your thoughts on the page</p><p><br>🔗 LINKS &amp; RESOURCES MENTIONED</p><p>Bellevue Literary Review → <a href="http://blreview.org">blreview.org</a></p><p>Subscribe to the BLR Weekly Newsletter → <a href="https://blreview.org/product-category/subscriptions/">https://blreview.org/product-category/subscriptions/</a></p><p>BLR Upcoming Events: <a href="https://blreview.org/blog/#events">https://blreview.org/blog/#events</a></p><p>BLR Writing Studio (launching soon)</p><p><br>✨ CONNECT WITH DR. DANIELLE OFRI</p><p>Website: <a href="http://danielleofri.com">danielleofri.com</a></p><p>Bellevue Literary Review: <a href="http://blreview.org">blreview.org</a></p><p>Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blreview/">https://www.instagram.com/blreview/</a></p><p>Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/danielle_ofri/">https://www.instagram.com/danielle_ofri/</a></p><p>LinkedIn <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/bellevue-literary-review/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/bellevue-literary-review/</a></p><p><br>🎙️ CONNECT WITH PRESCRIBING POSSIBILITY</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com/">https://www.dympnaweil.com/</a></p><p>Subscribe so you never miss an episode ❤️</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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                                            <itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode>
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What happens when medicine meets storytelling? Dr. Danielle Ofri — physician, author, and founder of the Bellevue Literary Review — joins Prescribing Possibility for a conversation that will stay with you.

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                <title>What If Your Intuition Is Actually Angels Talking to You? | Julie Jancius on Healing  Signs from the Other Side</title>
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever just known something before it happened? Felt a presence you couldn't explain? Received a sign so undeniable you couldn't write it off as coincidence?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, I sit down with Julie Jancius — world-renowned angel expert, host of the Angels and Awakening podcast, and Angel Reiki master — for one of the most honest, grounded, and genuinely surprising conversations I've ever had on this show. Julie has a gift for making the "woo woo" feel completely approachable, and she backs it up with science, history, and her own deeply personal story.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you've been skeptical of anything spiritual, or you've quietly had experiences you've never told anyone — this one is for you.</p><p><br></p><p>About Julie Jancius</p><p><br></p><p>Julie Jancius is a podcaster, writer, healer, and Angel Reiki master whose work bridges science and spirituality in a way that doesn't require you to abandon either. </p><p><br></p><p>Resources Mentioned</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Julie Jancius: <a href="https://theangelmedium.com/links">https://theangelmedium.com/links</a></p><p><br></p><p>Podcast: Angels and Awakening (search on any podcast platform)</p><p><br></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/angelpodcast">https://www.instagram.com/angelpodcast</a></p><p><br></p><p>Julie's Podcast: Angels and Awakening — available wherever you listen to podcasts</p><p><br></p><p>Angel Reiki School (In-Person): April 10–12, Oakbrook, Illinois</p><p><br></p><p>Angel Membership: Weekly Wednesday night teachings + community</p><p><br></p><p>Book a Reading with Julie: Find her at the links below</p><p><br></p><p>The Arrival (film, 2016) — referenced as a surprising gateway to understanding intuition</p><p><br></p><p>The Telepathy Tapes Podcast — referenced in discussion about sudden savant syndrome and consciousness</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Dr. Dympna Weil</p><p>Email: <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com/">https://www.dympnaweil.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thanks for listening. Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here.</p><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger.</p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Substack (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil">https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Linkedin</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil">https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Bluesky</p><p>https://‪@dympnaweil.bsky.social‬</p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever just known something before it happened? Felt a presence you couldn't explain? Received a sign so undeniable you couldn't write it off as coincidence?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, I sit down with Julie Jancius — world-renowned angel expert, host of the Angels and Awakening podcast, and Angel Reiki master — for one of the most honest, grounded, and genuinely surprising conversations I've ever had on this show. Julie has a gift for making the "woo woo" feel completely approachable, and she backs it up with science, history, and her own deeply personal story.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you've been skeptical of anything spiritual, or you've quietly had experiences you've never told anyone — this one is for you.</p><p><br></p><p>About Julie Jancius</p><p><br></p><p>Julie Jancius is a podcaster, writer, healer, and Angel Reiki master whose work bridges science and spirituality in a way that doesn't require you to abandon either. </p><p><br></p><p>Resources Mentioned</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Julie Jancius: <a href="https://theangelmedium.com/links">https://theangelmedium.com/links</a></p><p><br></p><p>Podcast: Angels and Awakening (search on any podcast platform)</p><p><br></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/angelpodcast">https://www.instagram.com/angelpodcast</a></p><p><br></p><p>Julie's Podcast: Angels and Awakening — available wherever you listen to podcasts</p><p><br></p><p>Angel Reiki School (In-Person): April 10–12, Oakbrook, Illinois</p><p><br></p><p>Angel Membership: Weekly Wednesday night teachings + community</p><p><br></p><p>Book a Reading with Julie: Find her at the links below</p><p><br></p><p>The Arrival (film, 2016) — referenced as a surprising gateway to understanding intuition</p><p><br></p><p>The Telepathy Tapes Podcast — referenced in discussion about sudden savant syndrome and consciousness</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Dr. Dympna Weil</p><p>Email: <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com/">https://www.dympnaweil.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Thanks for listening. Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here.</p><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger.</p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Substack (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil">https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Linkedin</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil">https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Bluesky</p><p>https://‪@dympnaweil.bsky.social‬</p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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                <title>Why Your Perfect Career Still Leaves You Feeling Hollow: Understanding Ego vs. Soul Fulfillment with Jessica McIntyre, MD</title>
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Dr. Jessica McIntyre (JMac) introduces a powerful framework that explains why external validation isn't enough, and what's actually missing in your career. She shares her own journey from a panic attack in the call room to discovering the difference between filling your "ego cup" (external achievements) and nourishing your "soul cup" (internal fulfillment).</p><p>This conversation will resonate deeply if you've ever felt successful on paper but empty in reality.<br></p><p>What You'll Learn</p><ul><li><p><b>The Ego Cup vs. Soul Cup Framework</b>: What these concepts mean and why both matter</p></li><li><p><b>The Call Room Wake-Up Call</b>: How a panic attack during residency led to Dr. McIntyre's transformation</p></li><li><p><b>Why High Achievers Feel Empty</b>: The trap of living for external validation alone</p></li><li><p><b>The ACE Approach</b>: A simple 3-question decision-making tool (Aligned, Connected, Energized)</p></li><li><p><b>Gratitude as Brain Training</b>: How to rewire your brain with micro-practices</p></li><li><p><b>Women's Circles Demystified</b>: What they actually are (spoiler: not as "woo" as you think)</p></li><li><p><b>The Physician Testimony Builder</b>: A game-changing GPT tool for advocacy in under 3 minutes</p></li><li><p><b>Tiny Shifts, Big Impact</b>: Why one-degree changes matter more than dramatic overhauls<br></p></li></ul><p>Guest Bio</p><p><b>Dr. Jessica McIntyre</b> is a pediatric hospitalist, women's circle facilitator, and founder of the Women Physicians Collective. During the pandemic, she co-created a Facebook community that grew to 150,000 verified physicians and APPs. She now helps women physicians reconnect with themselves through community, CME education, and soul-filling work.<br></p><p>Resources Mentioned</p><p><br></p><ul><li><p><b>Women Physicians Collective</b>: <a href="http://WomenPhysiciansCollective.com">WomenPhysiciansCollective.com</a></p></li><li><p><b>Instagram</b>: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/womenphysicianscollective/">@WomenPhysiciansCollective</a></p></li><li><p><b>The Wild Woman Project</b>: Retreat that sparked Dr. McIntyre's transformation: <a href="https://thewildwomanproject.com/">https://thewildwomanproject.com/</a></p></li><li><p><b>GO (Guardians of the Overees) Advocacy Group</b>: New Hampshire-based physician advocacy organization</p></li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Guest</b>: Dr. Jessica McIntyre</p><ul><li><p>Instagram: @WomenPhysiciansCollective</p></li><li><p>Website: <a href="http://WomenPhysiciansCollective.com">WomenPhysiciansCollective.com</a></p></li></ul><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a> </p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Substack (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil">https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Linkedin</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Dr. Jessica McIntyre (JMac) introduces a powerful framework that explains why external validation isn't enough, and what's actually missing in your career. She shares her own journey from a panic attack in the call room to discovering the difference between filling your "ego cup" (external achievements) and nourishing your "soul cup" (internal fulfillment).</p><p>This conversation will resonate deeply if you've ever felt successful on paper but empty in reality.<br></p><p>What You'll Learn</p><ul><li><p><b>The Ego Cup vs. Soul Cup Framework</b>: What these concepts mean and why both matter</p></li><li><p><b>The Call Room Wake-Up Call</b>: How a panic attack during residency led to Dr. McIntyre's transformation</p></li><li><p><b>Why High Achievers Feel Empty</b>: The trap of living for external validation alone</p></li><li><p><b>The ACE Approach</b>: A simple 3-question decision-making tool (Aligned, Connected, Energized)</p></li><li><p><b>Gratitude as Brain Training</b>: How to rewire your brain with micro-practices</p></li><li><p><b>Women's Circles Demystified</b>: What they actually are (spoiler: not as "woo" as you think)</p></li><li><p><b>The Physician Testimony Builder</b>: A game-changing GPT tool for advocacy in under 3 minutes</p></li><li><p><b>Tiny Shifts, Big Impact</b>: Why one-degree changes matter more than dramatic overhauls<br></p></li></ul><p>Guest Bio</p><p><b>Dr. Jessica McIntyre</b> is a pediatric hospitalist, women's circle facilitator, and founder of the Women Physicians Collective. During the pandemic, she co-created a Facebook community that grew to 150,000 verified physicians and APPs. She now helps women physicians reconnect with themselves through community, CME education, and soul-filling work.<br></p><p>Resources Mentioned</p><p><br></p><ul><li><p><b>Women Physicians Collective</b>: <a href="http://WomenPhysiciansCollective.com">WomenPhysiciansCollective.com</a></p></li><li><p><b>Instagram</b>: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/womenphysicianscollective/">@WomenPhysiciansCollective</a></p></li><li><p><b>The Wild Woman Project</b>: Retreat that sparked Dr. McIntyre's transformation: <a href="https://thewildwomanproject.com/">https://thewildwomanproject.com/</a></p></li><li><p><b>GO (Guardians of the Overees) Advocacy Group</b>: New Hampshire-based physician advocacy organization</p></li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Guest</b>: Dr. Jessica McIntyre</p><ul><li><p>Instagram: @WomenPhysiciansCollective</p></li><li><p>Website: <a href="http://WomenPhysiciansCollective.com">WomenPhysiciansCollective.com</a></p></li></ul><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a> </p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Substack (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil">https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Linkedin</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>In this deeply grounded and expansive conversation, host <b>Dympna Weil</b> sits down with author, speaker, and transformation coach <b>Cynthia James</b> to explore what it truly means to reclaim your voice — not a louder voice or a performative one, but an authentic voice rooted in values, embodiment, and integrity.</p><p><br></p><p>Together, they unpack how so many capable, thoughtful people learned that it was safer to stay quiet, how old identities and stories keep us stuck, and why healing doesn’t happen through force — but through inquiry, creativity, and integration. The conversation moves fluidly between personal trauma, collective grief, creative expression, and the quiet power of aligning our lives with what we truly value.</p><p>T</p><p>his episode is both a reflection on the state of the world and an invitation: to reconnect with your body, your voice, your community, and the deeper wisdom that already lives within you.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Takeaways</p><ul><li><p>Your past may inform you — but it does not have to define you</p></li><li><p>The body is always communicating; learning its language restores choice</p></li><li><p>Creativity isn’t optional — it’s a form of regulation and liberation</p></li><li><p>When values and actions are misaligned, suffering follows</p></li><li><p>Collective grief is real — and so is collective healing</p></li><li><p>Community is not a luxury; it’s a nervous system need</p></li><li><p>Living in integrity with your values is a powerful act of leadership</p></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Memorable Quotes</p><ul><li><p><em>“Who are you if you no longer need the story that kept you safe?”</em></p></li><li><p><em>“The body is a messenger — not the enemy.”</em></p></li><li><p><em>“If we say we value humanity but act differently, the dissonance creates suffering.”</em></p></li><li><p><em>“Community is a frequency — and when we live in integrity, we find one another.”</em></p></li></ul><p><br></p><p>About the Guest</p><p><b>Cynthia James</b> is an author, speaker, singer, and emotional integration leadership coach with decades of experience helping individuals, leaders, and teams reclaim their voices and live in alignment with their values. Drawing from lived experience, creative expression, and somatic awareness, her work centers on healing through embodiment, inquiry, and integration.</p><p>She is the author of several books, including <b>Does My Voice Matter?</b>, and the host of the podcast <em>Women Awakening with Cynthia James</em>.</p><p>🔗 Learn more at <a href="http://CynthiaJames.net"><b>CynthiaJames.net</b></a></p><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger.</p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a> </p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Substack (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil">https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Linkedin</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil">https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Bluesky</p><p>https://‪@dympnaweil.bsky.social‬</p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this deeply grounded and expansive conversation, host <b>Dympna Weil</b> sits down with author, speaker, and transformation coach <b>Cynthia James</b> to explore what it truly means to reclaim your voice — not a louder voice or a performative one, but an authentic voice rooted in values, embodiment, and integrity.</p><p><br></p><p>Together, they unpack how so many capable, thoughtful people learned that it was safer to stay quiet, how old identities and stories keep us stuck, and why healing doesn’t happen through force — but through inquiry, creativity, and integration. The conversation moves fluidly between personal trauma, collective grief, creative expression, and the quiet power of aligning our lives with what we truly value.</p><p>T</p><p>his episode is both a reflection on the state of the world and an invitation: to reconnect with your body, your voice, your community, and the deeper wisdom that already lives within you.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Takeaways</p><ul><li><p>Your past may inform you — but it does not have to define you</p></li><li><p>The body is always communicating; learning its language restores choice</p></li><li><p>Creativity isn’t optional — it’s a form of regulation and liberation</p></li><li><p>When values and actions are misaligned, suffering follows</p></li><li><p>Collective grief is real — and so is collective healing</p></li><li><p>Community is not a luxury; it’s a nervous system need</p></li><li><p>Living in integrity with your values is a powerful act of leadership</p></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Memorable Quotes</p><ul><li><p><em>“Who are you if you no longer need the story that kept you safe?”</em></p></li><li><p><em>“The body is a messenger — not the enemy.”</em></p></li><li><p><em>“If we say we value humanity but act differently, the dissonance creates suffering.”</em></p></li><li><p><em>“Community is a frequency — and when we live in integrity, we find one another.”</em></p></li></ul><p><br></p><p>About the Guest</p><p><b>Cynthia James</b> is an author, speaker, singer, and emotional integration leadership coach with decades of experience helping individuals, leaders, and teams reclaim their voices and live in alignment with their values. Drawing from lived experience, creative expression, and somatic awareness, her work centers on healing through embodiment, inquiry, and integration.</p><p>She is the author of several books, including <b>Does My Voice Matter?</b>, and the host of the podcast <em>Women Awakening with Cynthia James</em>.</p><p>🔗 Learn more at <a href="http://CynthiaJames.net"><b>CynthiaJames.net</b></a></p><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger.</p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a> </p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Substack (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil">https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Linkedin</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil">https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Bluesky</p><p>https://‪@dympnaweil.bsky.social‬</p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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                <title>EP 16: Creating PS I Love You Day: How Two Sisters Turned Tragedy into a Global Mental Health Movement with Jaimie and Brooke DiPalma</title>
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>What begins as unimaginable loss can become a powerful force for healing, hope, and connection.<br></p><p>In this deeply moving episode of <em>Prescribing Possibility</em>, Dr. Dympna Weil sits down with sisters Jaimie and Brooke DiPalma, the founders of <b>PS I Love You Day</b>, a nationwide mental health awareness initiative observed every year on the second Friday of February.<br></p><p>After losing their father to suicide when Brooke was just 14 and Jamie was 17, the sisters made a courageous decision: to transform their grief into a movement that would break stigma, open conversations, and remind people they are never alone. What started as a small school initiative has now grown into a movement celebrated by over 600 schools, communities, and organizations across the country.</p><p><br>Together, they share:</p><ul><li><p>The emotional story behind PS I Love You Day and how it was born</p></li><li><p>How wearing purple became a symbol of connection and support</p></li><li><p>Why mental health conversations matter, especially for young people</p></li><li><p>How schools use kindness campaigns, post-it notes, assemblies, and week-long programming to change culture</p></li><li><p>The importance of grassroots action and “just starting”</p></li><li><p>How small acts of love can have lifelong ripple effects</p></li><li><p>The evolution of PS I Love You Day from elementary schools to colleges and communities</p></li><li><p>The powerful theme for 2026: <b>Be the Light</b><br></p></li></ul><p>This episode is a reminder that possibility lives even in the darkest places—and that one brave idea can change thousands of lives.<br></p><p><b>Key Takeaways</b></p><ul><li><p>You don’t have to be an expert or have funding to make impact—just belief and action</p></li><li><p>Mental health conversations save lives when they’re made safe and visible</p></li><li><p>Kindness, visibility, and community matter more than perfection</p></li></ul><p><br><b>How to Get Involved</b><br>Wear purple on the <b>second Friday of February</b> in honor of PS I Love You Day.<br>Register your school, workplace, or community and access free resources at:<br><a href="https://psiloveyouday.net/">https://psiloveyouday.net/</a> <br></p><p><b>Support Resources</b><br>If you or someone you love needs immediate help, call or text <b>988</b> for the Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline.<br>Support is always available. <a href="https://988lifeline.org/">https://988lifeline.org/</a><br><br>Thanks for listening. Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here.</p><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger. You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a> </p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Substack (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil">https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What begins as unimaginable loss can become a powerful force for healing, hope, and connection.<br></p><p>In this deeply moving episode of <em>Prescribing Possibility</em>, Dr. Dympna Weil sits down with sisters Jaimie and Brooke DiPalma, the founders of <b>PS I Love You Day</b>, a nationwide mental health awareness initiative observed every year on the second Friday of February.<br></p><p>After losing their father to suicide when Brooke was just 14 and Jamie was 17, the sisters made a courageous decision: to transform their grief into a movement that would break stigma, open conversations, and remind people they are never alone. What started as a small school initiative has now grown into a movement celebrated by over 600 schools, communities, and organizations across the country.</p><p><br>Together, they share:</p><ul><li><p>The emotional story behind PS I Love You Day and how it was born</p></li><li><p>How wearing purple became a symbol of connection and support</p></li><li><p>Why mental health conversations matter, especially for young people</p></li><li><p>How schools use kindness campaigns, post-it notes, assemblies, and week-long programming to change culture</p></li><li><p>The importance of grassroots action and “just starting”</p></li><li><p>How small acts of love can have lifelong ripple effects</p></li><li><p>The evolution of PS I Love You Day from elementary schools to colleges and communities</p></li><li><p>The powerful theme for 2026: <b>Be the Light</b><br></p></li></ul><p>This episode is a reminder that possibility lives even in the darkest places—and that one brave idea can change thousands of lives.<br></p><p><b>Key Takeaways</b></p><ul><li><p>You don’t have to be an expert or have funding to make impact—just belief and action</p></li><li><p>Mental health conversations save lives when they’re made safe and visible</p></li><li><p>Kindness, visibility, and community matter more than perfection</p></li></ul><p><br><b>How to Get Involved</b><br>Wear purple on the <b>second Friday of February</b> in honor of PS I Love You Day.<br>Register your school, workplace, or community and access free resources at:<br><a href="https://psiloveyouday.net/">https://psiloveyouday.net/</a> <br></p><p><b>Support Resources</b><br>If you or someone you love needs immediate help, call or text <b>988</b> for the Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline.<br>Support is always available. <a href="https://988lifeline.org/">https://988lifeline.org/</a><br><br>Thanks for listening. Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here.</p><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger. You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a> </p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Substack (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil">https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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What begins as unimaginable loss can become a powerful force for healing, hope, and connection.

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                <description><![CDATA[<p>There’s a kind of grief we rarely name.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Prescribing Possibility, Dr. Dympna Weil explores what happens when the future you expected quietly unravels and you’re still expected to keep going.</p><p>This is a conversation about invisible grief: the grief of the life you thought you’d have, the version of yourself you were becoming, and the path that once felt logical, earned, and inevitable, until it wasn’t.<br><br>To continue this discussion after the show... <b>Join the FREE Lounge community: </b><a href="https://rxpossibility.group.app/join_group"><b>https://rxpossibility.group.app/join_group</b></a></p><p><br></p><p>Drawing from her own experience as a physician whose health changed over time, Dr. Weil reflects on mourning not just illness or loss, but the loss of certainty, trust in one’s body, and an identity that once felt stable.</p><p><br></p><p>You’ll hear:</p><p><br></p><ul><li><p>Why grief doesn’t always come from something visibly “gone”</p></li><li><p>How functioning, caregiving, and achievement can hide unresolved loss</p></li><li><p>Why you’re allowed to grieve even if nothing looks “wrong” from the outside</p></li><li><p>How gratitude for what remains can coexist with mourning what never came to be</p></li><li><p>Three gentle ways to meet quiet grief with compassion rather than pressure</p></li><li><p><br></p></li></ul><p>This episode offers permission to slow down, name what hurts, and recognize that grief doesn’t mean you’re stuck, it may mean you’re standing at a threshold.</p><p><br>Sometimes honoring it is enough to let something new begin.</p><p>If this conversation resonates, know that you’re not alone, and that what you’re feeling is real, valid, and worthy of care.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Resources &amp; Support</b></p><p>Learn more about Dr. Weil’s coaching programs and the Prescribing Possibility community at:<br><a href="http://dympnaweil.com"><b>dympnaweil.com</b></a></p><p><br></p><p>Thanks for listening. Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here.</p><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger.</p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a> </p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Substack (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil">https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Linkedin</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil">https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Bluesky</p><p>https://‪@dympnaweil.bsky.social‬</p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There’s a kind of grief we rarely name.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Prescribing Possibility, Dr. Dympna Weil explores what happens when the future you expected quietly unravels and you’re still expected to keep going.</p><p>This is a conversation about invisible grief: the grief of the life you thought you’d have, the version of yourself you were becoming, and the path that once felt logical, earned, and inevitable, until it wasn’t.<br><br>To continue this discussion after the show... <b>Join the FREE Lounge community: </b><a href="https://rxpossibility.group.app/join_group"><b>https://rxpossibility.group.app/join_group</b></a></p><p><br></p><p>Drawing from her own experience as a physician whose health changed over time, Dr. Weil reflects on mourning not just illness or loss, but the loss of certainty, trust in one’s body, and an identity that once felt stable.</p><p><br></p><p>You’ll hear:</p><p><br></p><ul><li><p>Why grief doesn’t always come from something visibly “gone”</p></li><li><p>How functioning, caregiving, and achievement can hide unresolved loss</p></li><li><p>Why you’re allowed to grieve even if nothing looks “wrong” from the outside</p></li><li><p>How gratitude for what remains can coexist with mourning what never came to be</p></li><li><p>Three gentle ways to meet quiet grief with compassion rather than pressure</p></li><li><p><br></p></li></ul><p>This episode offers permission to slow down, name what hurts, and recognize that grief doesn’t mean you’re stuck, it may mean you’re standing at a threshold.</p><p><br>Sometimes honoring it is enough to let something new begin.</p><p>If this conversation resonates, know that you’re not alone, and that what you’re feeling is real, valid, and worthy of care.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Resources &amp; Support</b></p><p>Learn more about Dr. Weil’s coaching programs and the Prescribing Possibility community at:<br><a href="http://dympnaweil.com"><b>dympnaweil.com</b></a></p><p><br></p><p>Thanks for listening. Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here.</p><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger.</p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a> </p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Substack (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil">https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Linkedin</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil">https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Bluesky</p><p>https://‪@dympnaweil.bsky.social‬</p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this first episode of the new year, Prescribing Possibility returns with a gentle but honest conversation about something many high-functioning people quietly live with: nervous system exhaustion.<br></p><p>If your body feels tired, wired, or constantly on alert, this episode is for you. Your nervous system isn’t failing you. It’s protecting you.<br></p><p>In this solo episode, Dr. Dympna Weil explores what your nervous system may be trying to communicate beneath the push to keep going, do more, and hold it all together, and why regulation isn’t something you can think your way into.</p><p><br>You’ll hear:</p><ul><li><p>Why nervous system dysregulation is often misinterpreted as weakness or lack of discipline</p></li><li><p>How chronic self-pressure and “being capable” can keep the body stuck in fight-or-flight</p></li><li><p>A simple, in-the-moment practice to begin regulation right now</p></li><li><p>How to interrupt old survival stories without forcing positive thinking</p></li><li><p>Why success doesn’t have to require self-abandonment<br></p></li></ul><p>Dr. Weil also introduces the <b>C.A.L.M. Method</b>, a practical framework built on Compassion, Awareness, Listening, and Mindfulness, designed for clinicians, helpers, and high-responsibility humans who are tired of carrying everything alone.<br></p><p><b>🎧 Download the free C.A.L.M. guide here &gt;&gt; </b><a href="https://dympna.myflodesk.com/calm"><b>https://dympna.myflodesk.com/calm</b></a></p><p><br></p><p>Thanks for listening. Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here.</p><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger.</p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a> </p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Substack (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil">https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Linkedin</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil">https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Bluesky</p><p>https://‪@dympnaweil.bsky.social‬</p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>Are you feeling the pressure to be grateful this holiday season, even when your heart feels heavy?  Join Dr.  Dympna Weil in this illuminating episode of <b>PRESCRIBING POSSIBILITY</b>, as she invites you to explore the often overlooked emotional labor of gratitude, particularly for caregivers and those who support others.  “Gratitude can sometimes feel like an additional burden, especially for those who are caretakers,” Dympna poignantly states, shedding light on the complexities of emotional well-being during a time that is often painted as joyful and bright. This episode is not just about gratitude; it’s about personal transformation, mental health awareness, and the journey of self-discovery amidst the demands of life.</p><p><br></p><p>Through reflective dialogue and heartfelt exercises, Dympna encourages listeners to honor their silent struggles and recognize moments of personal sacrifice.   By embracing the idea of slow gratitude, which may only surface after a period of reflection, we can find clarity and focus in our experiences, allowing us to appreciate the beauty of what we have let go of.</p><p><br></p><p><b>As we navigate the chaos of the holiday season, it’s essential to recognize that the pressure to feel grateful can lead to feelings of overwhelm and burnout.</b>  Dympna introduces listeners to three transformative forms of gratitude that are rarely acknowledged: the hidden labor of gratitude, slow retrospective gratitude, and gratitude for what we've released.  These concepts are vital for anyone feeling the weight of expectation, particularly caregivers who often prioritize the needs of others over their own emotional health.  </p><p><br></p><p>As we delve into these themes, Dympna emphasizes the importance of community healing and wellness support, particularly for those facing burnout and emotional exhaustion.  This episode serves as a reminder that it’s okay to feel overwhelmed and that acknowledging our feelings can lead to bold growth and healing conversations.  With compassion and insight, Dr.  Weil wraps up the episode sharing a heartfelt blessing, encouraging listeners to navigate their own experiences of gratitude and loss with grace and understanding.  </p><p><br></p><p>Join us on this journey of healing and possibility, as we redefine what it means to embrace gratitude during the holiday season. </p><p> Tune in to <b>PRESCRIBING POSSIBILITY</b> and discover the power of gratitude that liberates rather than burdens, fostering a harmonious living that supports your well-being. </p><p><br></p><p>Thanks for listening.  Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, <b><em>please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here. </em></b></p><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger. </p><p><br></p><p>You can reach me at: podcast@dympnaweil. com </p><p><a href="http://www.dympnaweil.com">www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p>Substack/IG/LinkedIn/BlueSky: @dympnaweil</p><p>FB: @dympna.weil</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you feeling the pressure to be grateful this holiday season, even when your heart feels heavy?  Join Dr.  Dympna Weil in this illuminating episode of <b>PRESCRIBING POSSIBILITY</b>, as she invites you to explore the often overlooked emotional labor of gratitude, particularly for caregivers and those who support others.  “Gratitude can sometimes feel like an additional burden, especially for those who are caretakers,” Dympna poignantly states, shedding light on the complexities of emotional well-being during a time that is often painted as joyful and bright. This episode is not just about gratitude; it’s about personal transformation, mental health awareness, and the journey of self-discovery amidst the demands of life.</p><p><br></p><p>Through reflective dialogue and heartfelt exercises, Dympna encourages listeners to honor their silent struggles and recognize moments of personal sacrifice.   By embracing the idea of slow gratitude, which may only surface after a period of reflection, we can find clarity and focus in our experiences, allowing us to appreciate the beauty of what we have let go of.</p><p><br></p><p><b>As we navigate the chaos of the holiday season, it’s essential to recognize that the pressure to feel grateful can lead to feelings of overwhelm and burnout.</b>  Dympna introduces listeners to three transformative forms of gratitude that are rarely acknowledged: the hidden labor of gratitude, slow retrospective gratitude, and gratitude for what we've released.  These concepts are vital for anyone feeling the weight of expectation, particularly caregivers who often prioritize the needs of others over their own emotional health.  </p><p><br></p><p>As we delve into these themes, Dympna emphasizes the importance of community healing and wellness support, particularly for those facing burnout and emotional exhaustion.  This episode serves as a reminder that it’s okay to feel overwhelmed and that acknowledging our feelings can lead to bold growth and healing conversations.  With compassion and insight, Dr.  Weil wraps up the episode sharing a heartfelt blessing, encouraging listeners to navigate their own experiences of gratitude and loss with grace and understanding.  </p><p><br></p><p>Join us on this journey of healing and possibility, as we redefine what it means to embrace gratitude during the holiday season. </p><p> Tune in to <b>PRESCRIBING POSSIBILITY</b> and discover the power of gratitude that liberates rather than burdens, fostering a harmonious living that supports your well-being. </p><p><br></p><p>Thanks for listening.  Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, <b><em>please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here. </em></b></p><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger. </p><p><br></p><p>You can reach me at: podcast@dympnaweil. com </p><p><a href="http://www.dympnaweil.com">www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p>Substack/IG/LinkedIn/BlueSky: @dympnaweil</p><p>FB: @dympna.weil</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>Author and advocate <b>Kelly Cervantes</b> returns with a luminous new memoir, <em>The Luckiest</em>. In this intimate conversation, we talk about evolving identities—the “nesting dolls” we carry within us—real self-care for caregivers, partnership and resentment, and building a “garden” of support that keeps loved ones’ legacies alive. Kelly shares candidly about her daughter Adelaide, epilepsy advocacy, breast cancer, and what it means to keep becoming—again and again—through love and loss.<br><b>If you’ve ever had to pivot because life demanded it, this one’s for you.</b></p><p><br><b>Content note:</b> grief/child loss, cancer (handled with care).<br><b>Find Kelly:</b> <a href="https://www.kellycervantes.com/">website</a> + socials <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellygc411#"><b>kellygc411</b> on IG and FB</a><br><b>Pre-order:</b> <a href="https://www.kellycervantes.com/theluckiest"><em>The Luckiest</em>.</a><br>—<br>Hosted by Dr. Dympna Weil | <a href="http://www.dympnaweil.com">Prescribing Possibility</a>™ — conversations that grow healing, harmony, and hope.</p><p>—</p><p>Thanks for listening. Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here.</p><p>Don't be a stranger.</p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com"><u>https://www.dympnaweil.com</u></a></p><p>Substack (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil"><u>https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</u></a></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/"><u>https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</u></a></p><p>Linkedin</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/"><u>https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/</u></a></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil"><u>https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil</u></a></p><p>Bluesky</p><p>https://‪@dympnaweil.bsky.social‬</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Author and advocate <b>Kelly Cervantes</b> returns with a luminous new memoir, <em>The Luckiest</em>. In this intimate conversation, we talk about evolving identities—the “nesting dolls” we carry within us—real self-care for caregivers, partnership and resentment, and building a “garden” of support that keeps loved ones’ legacies alive. Kelly shares candidly about her daughter Adelaide, epilepsy advocacy, breast cancer, and what it means to keep becoming—again and again—through love and loss.<br><b>If you’ve ever had to pivot because life demanded it, this one’s for you.</b></p><p><br><b>Content note:</b> grief/child loss, cancer (handled with care).<br><b>Find Kelly:</b> <a href="https://www.kellycervantes.com/">website</a> + socials <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellygc411#"><b>kellygc411</b> on IG and FB</a><br><b>Pre-order:</b> <a href="https://www.kellycervantes.com/theluckiest"><em>The Luckiest</em>.</a><br>—<br>Hosted by Dr. Dympna Weil | <a href="http://www.dympnaweil.com">Prescribing Possibility</a>™ — conversations that grow healing, harmony, and hope.</p><p>—</p><p>Thanks for listening. Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here.</p><p>Don't be a stranger.</p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com"><u>https://www.dympnaweil.com</u></a></p><p>Substack (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil"><u>https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</u></a></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/"><u>https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</u></a></p><p>Linkedin</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/"><u>https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/</u></a></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil"><u>https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil</u></a></p><p>Bluesky</p><p>https://‪@dympnaweil.bsky.social‬</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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Author and advocate Kelly Cervantes returns with a luminous new memoir, The Luckiest. In this intimate conversation, we talk about evolving identities—the “nesting dolls” we carry within us—real self-care for caregivers, partnership and resentment, an...</itunes:subtitle>

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                <title>EP11: How Can Tapping Transform Your Wellbeing? Insights from EFT Expert Jessica Ortner and Dr. Dympna Weil</title>
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever felt overwhelmed by anxiety, as if the weight of the world is resting on your shoulders? </p><p><br></p><p> You’re not alone. </p><p><br></p><p> Join Dr.  Dympna Weil in a heartfelt conversation with Jessica Ortner, co-creator of The Tapping Solution and a New York Times bestselling author, as they explore the transformative practice of EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique).  Jessica shares, “Tapping is not just a technique; it’s a pathway to self-discovery and healing,” highlighting how this simple yet profound method can unlock the door to emotional well-being. </p><p><br></p><p>In this enlightening episode of <em>Prescribing Possibility</em>, we delve deep into the world of tapping, uncovering its roots in the groundbreaking work of Dr.  Roger Callahan.  Jessica recounts her personal journey, revealing how EFT helped her navigate through profound anxiety during one of life’s most challenging periods. </p><p><br></p><p> Together, they discuss the science behind tapping and its applications in modern stress management, offering insights into how this technique can serve as a vital tool for caregivers, healthcare professionals, and anyone facing the daily chaos of life. </p><p><br></p><p>Join us in this reflective dialogue that not only sheds light on the healing power of EFT but also encourages bold growth and clarity in the face of adversity.  Discover how simple practices can lead to significant shifts in mental health awareness and emotional well-being, allowing you to navigate chaos with grace and resilience.  This episode is an invitation to embrace the possibility of a harmonious life, where wellness support is within reach, and self-discovery is celebrated. </p><p>  Tune in and let’s embark on this healing conversation together! </p><p><br></p><p>Follow Jessica:</p><ul><li><p>The Tapping Solution Website: <a href="https://www.thetappingsolution.com/"><u>https://www.thetappingsolution.com/</u></a></p></li><li><p>The Tapping Solution Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thetappingsolution/"><u>https://www.instagram.com/thetappingsolution/</u></a></p></li><li><p>Jessica’s Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jessicaortner/"><u>https://www.instagram.com/jessicaortner/</u></a></p></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Thanks for listening. Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here.</p><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger.</p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a> </p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Substack (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil">https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Linkedin</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil">https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Bluesky</p><p>https://‪@dympnaweil.bsky.social‬</p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever felt overwhelmed by anxiety, as if the weight of the world is resting on your shoulders? </p><p><br></p><p> You’re not alone. </p><p><br></p><p> Join Dr.  Dympna Weil in a heartfelt conversation with Jessica Ortner, co-creator of The Tapping Solution and a New York Times bestselling author, as they explore the transformative practice of EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique).  Jessica shares, “Tapping is not just a technique; it’s a pathway to self-discovery and healing,” highlighting how this simple yet profound method can unlock the door to emotional well-being. </p><p><br></p><p>In this enlightening episode of <em>Prescribing Possibility</em>, we delve deep into the world of tapping, uncovering its roots in the groundbreaking work of Dr.  Roger Callahan.  Jessica recounts her personal journey, revealing how EFT helped her navigate through profound anxiety during one of life’s most challenging periods. </p><p><br></p><p> Together, they discuss the science behind tapping and its applications in modern stress management, offering insights into how this technique can serve as a vital tool for caregivers, healthcare professionals, and anyone facing the daily chaos of life. </p><p><br></p><p>Join us in this reflective dialogue that not only sheds light on the healing power of EFT but also encourages bold growth and clarity in the face of adversity.  Discover how simple practices can lead to significant shifts in mental health awareness and emotional well-being, allowing you to navigate chaos with grace and resilience.  This episode is an invitation to embrace the possibility of a harmonious life, where wellness support is within reach, and self-discovery is celebrated. </p><p>  Tune in and let’s embark on this healing conversation together! </p><p><br></p><p>Follow Jessica:</p><ul><li><p>The Tapping Solution Website: <a href="https://www.thetappingsolution.com/"><u>https://www.thetappingsolution.com/</u></a></p></li><li><p>The Tapping Solution Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thetappingsolution/"><u>https://www.instagram.com/thetappingsolution/</u></a></p></li><li><p>Jessica’s Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jessicaortner/"><u>https://www.instagram.com/jessicaortner/</u></a></p></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Thanks for listening. Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here.</p><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger.</p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com">podcast@dympnaweil.com</a> </p><p><br></p><p>Website</p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Substack (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil">https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Instagram</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Linkedin</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Facebook</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil">https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil</a></p><p><br></p><p>Bluesky</p><p>https://‪@dympnaweil.bsky.social‬</p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></content:encoded>
                <pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2025 16:25:43 +0000</pubDate>
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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by anxiety, as if the weight of the world is resting on your shoulders? 


 You’re not alone. 


 Join Dr.  Dympna Weil in a heartfelt conversation with Jessica Ortner, co-creator of The Tapping Solution and a New York T...</itunes:subtitle>

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                <title>EP10: Doctors Don’t Need Balance—They Need Options with Dr. Sunny Smith</title>
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever felt lost in the chaos of life, especially in the demanding world of medicine?  Join Dr.  Dympna Weil and Dr.  Sunny Smith in this heartfelt episode of "PRESCRIBING POSSIBILITY," where they embark on a profound exploration of personal transformation and the journey toward emotional well-being.  Dr.  Weil, a passionate physician, shares her candid experiences of navigating the overwhelming challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, which led her to seek the compassionate guidance of Dr.  Smith, a family physician and Founder of Empowering Women Physicians coaching program.  Together, they delve into the intricacies of physician burnout, societal pressures, and the critical need for self-discovery in caregiving and in the healing professions.  </p><p><br></p><p>As Dr.  Smith poignantly states, "It’s time for women physicians to recognize their strengths and embrace the possibilities that lie ahead. " This episode is a testament to the power of reflective dialogue, where both doctors encourage listeners to confront the chaos and find clarity and focus in their lives.  They discuss the importance of community healing and the role of wellness support in overcoming overwhelm, emphasizing that caregivers, too, deserve compassion and understanding. </p><p><br></p><p>Through their engaging storytelling in medicine, Dympna and Sunny highlight the systemic issues affecting physician wellness and the necessity for bold growth and healthcare evolution.  They explore how the journey of a burnt-out doctor can transform into a narrative of hope and empowerment, fostering a sense of possibility that resonates deeply with anyone striving for balance in their professional and personal lives.  </p><p><br></p><p>Listeners will gain valuable insights into coaching strategies that promote well-being and learn how to navigate the complexities of life in medicine.  This episode is not just about surviving the storm; it’s about thriving amidst it, embracing the unique journeys that define us, and recognizing that healing begins within.  Join us as we prescribe possibility and invite you to explore the vast landscape of your own potential.  Together, let’s cultivate a space where self-compassion reigns and where every physician can flourish. </p><p>🎙️</p><p>🎧Thanks for listening.  </p><p><br></p><p>Your support means everything - so I invite you to please:</p><ul><li><p>LEAVE a REVIEW</p></li><li><p>SHARE this episode with a friend</p></li><li><p>FOLLOW our podcast</p></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger. </p><p><br></p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com"><b>podcast@dympnaweil.com</b></a></p><p><br></p><p><b>Website</b></p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><b>Substack</b> (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil">https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</a></p><p><br></p><p><b>Instagram</b></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p><b>Linkedin</b></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p><b>Facebook</b></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil">https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil</a></p><p><br></p><p><b>Bluesky</b></p><p>https://‪@dympnaweil.bsky.social‬</p><p><br></p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever felt lost in the chaos of life, especially in the demanding world of medicine?  Join Dr.  Dympna Weil and Dr.  Sunny Smith in this heartfelt episode of "PRESCRIBING POSSIBILITY," where they embark on a profound exploration of personal transformation and the journey toward emotional well-being.  Dr.  Weil, a passionate physician, shares her candid experiences of navigating the overwhelming challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, which led her to seek the compassionate guidance of Dr.  Smith, a family physician and Founder of Empowering Women Physicians coaching program.  Together, they delve into the intricacies of physician burnout, societal pressures, and the critical need for self-discovery in caregiving and in the healing professions.  </p><p><br></p><p>As Dr.  Smith poignantly states, "It’s time for women physicians to recognize their strengths and embrace the possibilities that lie ahead. " This episode is a testament to the power of reflective dialogue, where both doctors encourage listeners to confront the chaos and find clarity and focus in their lives.  They discuss the importance of community healing and the role of wellness support in overcoming overwhelm, emphasizing that caregivers, too, deserve compassion and understanding. </p><p><br></p><p>Through their engaging storytelling in medicine, Dympna and Sunny highlight the systemic issues affecting physician wellness and the necessity for bold growth and healthcare evolution.  They explore how the journey of a burnt-out doctor can transform into a narrative of hope and empowerment, fostering a sense of possibility that resonates deeply with anyone striving for balance in their professional and personal lives.  </p><p><br></p><p>Listeners will gain valuable insights into coaching strategies that promote well-being and learn how to navigate the complexities of life in medicine.  This episode is not just about surviving the storm; it’s about thriving amidst it, embracing the unique journeys that define us, and recognizing that healing begins within.  Join us as we prescribe possibility and invite you to explore the vast landscape of your own potential.  Together, let’s cultivate a space where self-compassion reigns and where every physician can flourish. </p><p>🎙️</p><p>🎧Thanks for listening.  </p><p><br></p><p>Your support means everything - so I invite you to please:</p><ul><li><p>LEAVE a REVIEW</p></li><li><p>SHARE this episode with a friend</p></li><li><p>FOLLOW our podcast</p></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Don't be a stranger. </p><p><br></p><p>You can reach me at <a href="mailto:podcast@dympnaweil.com"><b>podcast@dympnaweil.com</b></a></p><p><br></p><p><b>Website</b></p><p><a href="https://www.dympnaweil.com">https://www.dympnaweil.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><b>Substack</b> (or other newsletter)</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/@dympnaweil">https://substack.com/@dympnaweil</a></p><p><br></p><p><b>Instagram</b></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/">https://www.instagram.com/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p><b>Linkedin</b></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dympnaweil/</a></p><p><br></p><p><b>Facebook</b></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil">https://www.facebook.com/dympna.weil</a></p><p><br></p><p><b>Bluesky</b></p><p>https://‪@dympnaweil.bsky.social‬</p><p><br></p><br/><p>Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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Thanks for listening. Your support means everything - so if you are moved to, please leave me a review and share this episode with a friend who may need the messages held here.


Don't be a stranger.
You can reach me at podcast@dympnaweil.com (mailto:...</itunes:subtitle>

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<p>What if one bike ride could spark a lifelong sense of confidence and create ripple effects across schools, families, and entire communities?</p>
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  This episode of Prescribing Possibility is for anyone, especially high achievers who's tired of running on empty and ready to reconnect with what matters most.
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