I Thought I Was Over This

Are you overwhelmed by your grief? Having difficulty believing you're going to be able to manage your stress levels without having a mental or physical collapse? Wait no longer - Dr. Kimber dives deep into the complexities of grief and offers incredibly valuable insights on how to navigate through those tough times.

What You’ll Learn from This Episode:

1. Gravity and Support: Understand how gravity is a gift and something that ...

In this episode, Dr. Kimber focuses on three key takeaways to prepare for a successful school year:

1. Collaborative Approach: Dr. Kimber emphasizes the importance of collaborating with children in adjusting to the back-to-school routine. She encourages open communication to support struggling children and to cultivate a learning environment at home.
2. Mindful Relaxation Techniques: Dr. Kimber suggests using relaxation techniques such...

In this episode, Dr. Kimber shares some invaluable insights on building your skills to regulate your body for a better sleep experience. Did you know that our body's sympathetic system (the "gas pedal") can get stuck on when we're unable to sleep, while our parasympathetic system (the "brake") doesn't work properly? It's like trying to drive with the accelerator jammed, making it difficult to...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Kimber guides you through powerful relaxation techniques to help reset your mind from overwhelming feelings or trauma responses. It's all about having the awareness to recognize and be mindful of your body's responses to stress and trauma. She guides listeners through grounding exercises to help them pause what's automatically happening in order to shift out of the overwhelm.

Key...

In this special podcast episode, Dr. Kimber guides you through powerful relaxation techniques to help reset your mind. It's all about having the awareness to recognize and be mindful of your body's responses to stress and trauma. She guides listeners through grounding exercises to help them identify signs of being within their "window of tolerance" and to intentionally practice relaxation.

Key Takeaways:

1. Windo...

In this week's episode of I Thought I Was Over This, Dr. Kimber cultivates your inner cheerleader and compassion in order to be able to process the difficulties you may be encountering. 

Dr. Kimber shares her personal experience of isolating herself after the loss of her stillborn son, but finding gratitude as a way to come out of that place.

Key takeaways from this episode: 

1. Cultivating gratitude. 
2. Getti...

Struggling with anxiety? This episode gives you invaluable insights on how to ground and regulate your emotions. Let's dive into the key takeaways:

1. Functional Anxiety: Dr. Kimber discussed the concept of functional anxiety, highlighting how it can be beneficial in certain situations, like fueling the excitement before a significant event or challenge.
2. Grounding Techniques: The episode provided practical grounding exercises t...

Welcome to this Pause episode of I Thought I Was Over This, where we focus on the practice of getting regulated through being present and using the five senses. In this episode, Dr. Kimber warmly welcomes you into a world of mental fitness and nervous system regulation, setting the stage for the peaceful journey ahead.

5 Keys You Will Learn:

1. The importance of grounding yourself in unfamiliar circumstances
2. Techniques to settle and ...

Welcome to this pause episode of "I Thought I Was Over This," where we focus on the practice of getting regulated and cultivating self-compassion. In this episode, host Dr. Kimber guides you through a series of grounding exercises and self-affirmations to help you shift from a critical state of mind to a gentler, more compassionate mindset.

Through gentle prompts and soothing guidance, Dr. Kimber encourages you ...

This episode is Part 2 of a conversation between Dr. Kimber and Mandy Ream about community and friendship. Click here to listen to Part 1 or click here to listen to Part 2.

In this episode, Dr. Kimber and special guest Mandy Ream, author and professor, explore personal growth, healing, and loneliness. You're in for a heartfelt discussion on the power of friendship, vulnerability, and the challenges of being a human wh...

Grab your favorite cozy spot, and get ready to pause, breathe, and refresh mentally and emotionally.

Here are 5 key takeaways you'll learn from this episode:

1. The Importance of Examining Our Inner Process: Discover how being on autopilot can lead to repeated results and frustration, and why it's vital to examine our inner processes.
2. Grounding Techniques: Dr. Kimber guides us through a grounding practice, giving us practic...

Grab your favorite cozy spot, and get ready to pause, breathe, and refresh mentally and emotionally.

3 Key Takeaways From This Episode:

1. Grounding and regulating the nervous system: Dr. Kimber encourages listeners to take a pause from the chaos of the world and practice grounding techniques, such as noticing one's feet and breath, in order to regulate the nervous system and find a sense of presence and calm in the m...

Grab your favorite cozy spot, and get ready to pause, breathe, and embrace your sacred being within.

5 Key Takeaways from this episode:

1. Grasping the power of grounding and embracing the predictability of gravity.
2. Finding genuine gratitude and its impact on our well-being.
3. Using breathwork as a tool for calming and connecting with our bodies.
4. Practicing gentle movements as a form of self-soothing and resetting.
5. Understanding...

Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from your body? Join Dr. Kimber for a guided journey to reconnect with yourself and find safety in the present moment. Through gentle movements, breath work, and grounding exercises, you will be reminded that you are a sacred being, capable of navigating whatever challenges you may be facing. Take a moment to pause, breathe, and practice being present with Dr. Kimber. Remember, ...

This episode is Part 2 of a conversation between Dr. Kimber and Mandy Ream about community and friendship. Click here to listen to Part 1. In this episode, Mandy shares her own experiences and wisdom on refueling at home after work, navigating differences in opinions, and the importance of bringing one's unique gifts to a community. Together, they discuss the practical benefits and emotional impact of being part of a supportiv...

In this episode, Dr. Kimber and special guest Mandy Ream, author and professor, explore personal growth, healing, and the journey towards self-acceptance. You're in for a heartfelt discussion on the power of friendship, vulnerability, and the challenges of seeking reassurance from others. This episode delves into the intricacies of building and maintaining meaningful relationships, sharing from personal experiences and giving ...

In this episode, Dr. Kimber Del Valle, a licensed clinical psychologist and somatic experiencing practitioner, guides you through a grounding and relaxation practice to help you prepare for sleep. Dr. Kimber provides gentle encouragement to bring awareness and relaxation to various parts of your body, focusing on breath and the sensations of comfort and safety. Throughout the episode, she emphasizes the importance of accepting and ...

This episode is all about slowing down, listening for the divine, and finding intention in 2024. So, grab your favorite beverage, get cozy, and let's dive in!

In this  episode, here are 5 keys that you'll learn and implement:

1. The power of reflecting and creating intentional practices in our lives to foster spiritual and personal growth.

2. How to choose a word of the year and Gretchen Rubin's 24 in 24 list to hold yo...

Welcome to I Thought I Was Over This, the podcast where we explore ways to navigate emotions and find inner peace. In this episode, Dr. Kimber does a year in review to examine your coping strategies with the emotions of shame, grief, joy, anger, and gratitude.  Discover the themes from the past year and build awareness around both strengths and areas to grow.

Key Takeaways:

1. Dr. Kimber encourages listeners to focus on em...