Healthy Mind Healthy Self
Health and well-being starts in the mind. The Healthy Mind Healthy Self show explores thoughts, emotions, beliefs and behaviors that may be getting in your way of living the life you desire. Hosted by Martha Alvarez, psychotherapist and life coach, these episodes offer practical tips, inspirations and strategies to fast track your journey towards a healthier, happier, more empowered, you. Visit www.marthaalvarez.com for more and remember to subscribe to the show. Now, get ready to uplevel your life as you align with what you desire.
Episodes
Sometimes you’re not stuck, you just know something needs to change. In this episode, we explore what holds people back from making meaningful shifts, including fear, discomfort, fixed thinking, and the pull of familiarity. You’ll learn how courage, flexibility, and forward motion create clarity, why motivation isn’t required for change, and how small steps can open doors you can’t see yet, without needing a perfect plan.
Trying to figure out whether you need therapy or coaching? This episode breaks down the real difference between the two. It explains how to know if you need healing, change, or both and how to choose the right person for your situation. Learn what psychotherapy actually treats, what coaching transforms, and why so many people stay stuck simply because they don’t know which path fits their needs. Clear, practical guidance to help yo...
When life hits hard, whether it’s a relationship shift, grief, stress, or uncertainty, your nervous system reacts before your mind can catch up. In this episode, you’ll learn the two emotional skills that steady you no matter what you’re facing. Discover how to pause, ground, interrupt old patterns, and rise with clarity instead of panic. These tools change how you respond, recover, and move forward.
Discover how to keep your peace when people push your buttons. This episode explores why certain personalities trigger you and how to regulate your nervous system, set healthy boundaries and stay grounded with family, at work and during the holidays. Listen to an insightful, relatable and empowering go-to guide and reclaim your clarity, calm and emotional freedom.
Discover how your brain and body respond to stress and how to find the balance between pressure and purpose. Learn the science of stress, the art of flow, and practical coaching tools to rewire your nervous system for calm, focus, and expansion.
Feeling foggy, restless, or mentally exhausted even on calm days? You might not be overwhelmed by what’s happening; you might just be carrying too much mental clutter. This episode explores why constant thinking doesn’t equal clarity, how mental fatigue turns into overwhelm, and simple ways to clear the noise. Discover mind-body strategies that quiet your inner chaos, restore focus, and bring back a sense of calm—without needing a ...
Ever feel like you’re holding it all together on the outside but quietly unraveling inside?
This episode explores the not-so-obvious signs that your mental health might be slipping; the subtle shifts that often go unnoticed: brain fog, irritability, fatigue, emotional flatness, or feeling disconnected from joy and relationships.
Learn how your body and nervous system send early signals, what those signals are trying to te...
Intimacy isn’t just sex or deep talks; it has twelve different faces that shape how connected you feel in your relationship. In this episode, we explore the “house of intimacy,” from emotional and physical closeness to playful, creative, ritual, and spiritual connection. Learn why intimacy fades, how to rebuild it without pressure, and how to discover new doors that bring your relationship back to life.
Ever wonder why you sometimes snap, shut down, or spiral before you even know what hit you? In this episode, I unpack triggers; what they are, why they happen, and how to stop letting them run the show. You’ll learn practical steps to pause, separate fact from story, and respond instead of react. Plus, I’ll talk about how to handle your partner’s triggers with care while still taking ownership of your own.
Discover how to love deeply without losing yourself. In this episode, we explore the beauty of healthy love, what happens when unhealed parts show up, and how to navigate the breaking point without self-abandonment. Learn why love alone isn’t enough and the essential skills of safety, repair, emotional regulation, and boundaries. Gain practical ways to stay rooted, even in conflict, and build a relationship that’s resilient, connec...
Why do smart, self-aware people get in their own way of creating the life they desire? In this episode, I unpack the real reasons behind self-sabotage; from fear and overthinking to low commitment and unclear desires. You’ll learn how to spot the patterns, reset your mindset, and finally take aligned action. Whether it’s your relationship, career, or self-worth, you’ll walk away with clarity, truth, and tools you can use today.
Feeling the heat with your partner? This episode offers a relationship reset for moments of tension—money fights, chore wars, jealousy, time pressure, and parenting stress. You’ll learn why conflicts escalate and what helps you shift back to connection quickly, with clear language and practical scripts for real-life scenarios. Calm the storm, reduce misunderstandings, and repair without sweeping issues under the rug. Listen now to ...
Struggling to make a decision because you’re afraid of what might happen next? In this episode, we unpack decision fatigue, inner conflict, and why wanting two things at once isn’t a flaw. Learn a simple 5-step framework to find clarity, create emotional anchors, and make confident choices, even when the outcome depends on someone else.
Are you choosing your life—or just repeating it? In this episode, we explore the difference between habits and deeper emotional patterns, how they shape your identity and relationships, and how to start shifting the ones keeping you stuck. Discover the micro-shifts that interrupt autopilot, the roles you didn’t know you were playing, and the first step to living with more intention and ease.
Feeling disconnected, even when life looks “fine”? In this episode, we explore the subtle ways women betray themselves—by dimming their needs, silencing their truth, and losing touch with who they are. Whether you're caregiving, achieving, or just holding it all together, this is your invitation to return to yourself. Discover why honoring your soul isn’t selfish—it’s necessary.
Feeling mentally exhausted even when you're doing "all the right things"?
In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Self, we explore what happens when your brain is tired of holding it all—alone. Learn the real signs of emotional and mental fatigue, why strength doesn’t mean carrying everything forever, and how to start releasing the invisible load you’ve been carrying. A must-listen if you’ve been the strong one...
Feeling tired in a way that rest can’t fix? This episode unpacks what mental wellness really means—beyond self-care checklists and good vibes. Learn how to recognize emotional overload, reframe your mindset, and build a healthier relationship with your thoughts. Whether you’re high-functioning but secretly exhausted or just craving deeper peace, this conversation will help you shift from surviving to truly supporting yourself—from ...
In this episode, we explore how to handle blame and inspire accountability in your relationship. Learn how setting healthy boundaries can help you regain emotional control, foster respect, and encourage both partners to take responsibility. Tune in for practical tips on nurturing your relationship and breaking the cycle of blame to build a stronger, more balanced connection.
Ever find yourself spiraling into overthinking, anxiety, or worst-case scenarios? Like Alice in Alice in Wonderland, one thought can send you tumbling down a mental rabbit hole. But what if you could stop the fall?
In this episode, learn why you spiral, how to press pause, and practical steps to regain control.
Listen now and take back control of your thoughts!
Do you or your partner hold back emotions out of fear of getting hurt or feeling drained? This episode unpacks emotional hoarding—when love is rationed like a limited resource, creating distance instead of connection.
Learn how fear of scarcity and loss fuels emotional avoidance, why anxious and avoidant partners get stuck in a push-pull cycle, and how to shift from emotional scarcity to abundance.
Listen now to break free from fear ...
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