Summary: In this episode of the Veterans Outlook podcast, host Robert Jordan speaks with licensed therapist and empowerment coach Daniela Otoya. They discuss Daniela's journey from Peru to becoming a therapist, her approach to mindfulness and emotional awareness, and the importance of these practices for veterans dealing with PTSD and trauma. Daniela emphasizes the significance of observing thoughts and emotions without judgment, the challenges of breaking free from the cycle of hypervigilance, and the potential benefits of alternative therapies. The conversation also touches on the role of medication in mental health treatment and the importance of setting intentions for healing. In this conversation, Daniela Otoya and Robert Jordan explore the complexities of mental health, medication, and self-empowerment. They discuss the importance of checking in with oneself regarding medication, the role of spiritual practices in enhancing sleep quality, and the significance of establishing nighttime rituals. The dialogue also explores Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and its role in fostering psychological flexibility. Furthermore, they challenge conventional notions of success and failure, emphasizing the importance of compassion and understanding one's humanness.
*To contact Daniela Otoya, please review the following LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniela-otoya/
*To contact Daniela Otoya via email: dotoyacounseling@gmail.com, and her soon-to-be website: soulyempowered.com
*To review Robert’s Substack, please visit: https://robertejordan.substack.com/
*For information regarding Robert Jordan's philanthropic work and his complete library of books for sale, please visit: https://fatherbob.co .
To donate to Robert’s philanthropic work, please use the paypal link: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/WHMS6DJMC9DDN
Please visit Robert's GoFundMe site for information regarding his latest effort: https://www.gofundme.com/manage/support-afghan-women-provide-sewing-machines
Notably, all proceeds from Robert Jordan's books support the impoverished in Kabul, Afghanistan. If you would like to purchase a signed copy of my book, The Warmth Of The Gospel: An Anthology of Short Stories, please email at jordan.publications.llc@gmail.com
If you are a veteran in need, please call me at (757) 770-8652 or find me on WhatsApp, and I can add you to a prayer group.
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