69: Dimity McDowell, Part 2
Dimity McDowell, of Another Mother Runner, and I complete Part 2 of our raw conversation around depression. We discuss:
The self care practices we utilize to take care of ourselves
What the word strive means to Dimity
How and when to ask for help
The routine that is working for me right now
How to have a “team” around you to help
What Dimity will do if another very very tough time happens
Dimity’s recommendation for me after my two fall marathons
What our conversation reminds me of is being understanding and non judgmental as at any given time, everyone is dealing with something that is very challenging. Dimity makes a great point about routines and rhythms and being afraid.
Our listener of the week is Dr. Ben Forman, Executive Director of Teens Run DC. The tagline for Teens Run DC is, We Run This City! Dr. Forman, a psychologist has created a program that matches teens with mentors to achieve running and life goals. In addition, they have an after-school program that includes social emotional and fitness sessions.
Our friend, and go to Real Food Dietitian, Serena Marie, RD, and I talk about a very challenging time that Serena just went through and how changed her eating and exercise plan to get through the tough times. Serena gives a lot of inspiration of how to take care of yourself when things are not going according to plan.
Resources Discussed:
Sharon Salzberg Meditation
A Year to Live by Stephen Levine
Contact:
Dimity McDowell:
Website: AnotherMotherRunner.com
Facebook: /AnotherMotherRunner
Twitter: @dimityontherun
Ben Forman:
Teens Run DC
Serena Marie, RD:
Website: www.SerenaMarieRD.com
Facebook: /SerenaMarieRD
Twitter: @SerenaMarieRD
Instagram: SerenaMarieRD
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