Brummet's Conscious Blog

-- Quote of the Day --  “When a person has a mental health challenge, we need to discover who is the person that suffers from the illness – stigma tends to de-humanize the person, we need to see them as a person. …Sometimes these are genetic based diseases, and by seeing them as consumers with challenges we can see them as innocents. We can’t put any blame on them; we can’t judge them. They are simply people with challenges that we may not have. …We have to back off on the stigma of mental illness. …Including them, they need to be part of the community as well. …Who ever told us or thought of the idea that the organs of the body get sick but that is only true from the neck down. But the brain is an organ – it means there is just another consumer out there with some health problems.” ~ Steve Brannon Today’s quote originates from the Conscious Discussions Talk Radio episode that aired back on January 1...

-- Quote of the Day --  “ Forget past mistakes.  Forget failures.  Forget everything except  what you’re going to do now  – and do it. ” ~ William Durant --  Conscious Discussions Talk Radio --   * Airs live @ 10-11 AM (Pacifc)  - all episodes are archived indefinitely within moments after they air live, and are available for you to listen to later on at any time of day.     Sign up via itunes for the Conscious Discussions Radio show: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id262138144     Topic: Stigma of Mental Illness Our guest, Steve Brannon has held many positions in his work-life: teacher, ex-military (US Air Force and US Navy) and former management consultant at Vanderbilt University. Currently, Steve offers support for those suffering from mood disorders and their families. This work is done ...

-- Quote of the Day --   “…What I have learned is that both spouses should have knowledge about the finances – what you have, where the resources are, how to pay bills, and what to do about taxes. It is a good idea to have a financial advisor – elder care lawyers can help you with basic wills, advanced living wills, advanced directives, powers of attorney… pay for or plan a funeral ahead of time. …When you’ve got too much on your plate you have to pace yourself - You have to store up your energy for a more stressful time later on in the day. Prioritize, you don’t have to get everything done; pick out the most important thing. Try to focus on one thing at a time rather than thinking of everything at once. Slow down; and savor the good moments. ” Terry Corcoran Today’s quote originates from the Conscious Discussions Talk Radio episode titled: Spousal Caregiving  (*Click on the title to access the full discussion)  -- Importance of Fa...

- Four Elements of Counseling for Mood Disorders -  --> Today we are featuring the 2nd of a 3-part article series produced by Steve Brannon, a teacher, ex-military (US Air Force and US Navy) and former management consultant at Vanderbilt University. Currently, Steve offers support groups for those suffering from mood disorders and their families. This work is done through DBSA Jackson - his not-for-profit organization (501 c-3) which recently celebrated its 10th anniversary. Steve is also the author of the book: The Two Agreements. To connect with, or learn more about, Steve visit:  http://dbsajackson.blogspot.com/ Taking charge of personal recovery and wellness in an inspiring community of warmth and understanding  In addition to this invaluable service, I work to provide an exceptionally inspirational, supportive, and warm environment in my weekly meetings. To this end, I have developed a particular approach to promote wellness and create an i...

 -- Quote of the Day -- “When someone who shows up with a problem that they feel they have to share it – they can interrupt 3-4 other people and cause an incredible deficit to work production in the workplace. …You need to create a positive atmosphere as their first exposure to the workday. One good [tool] is to do a workplace survey about the work environment, department activities and the home environment [twice per year]… and then you can have a workshop based on the needs you have identified. …You have to be very observant, too. You have to come up with a plan that will allow people to freely express what the problems are and then have management work with them to address those concerns. There are a lot of people out there that are victims of violence, and that can have an effect at work, and can cause a serious threat to the employees – the abuse doesn’t stop at the front door. …Nobody wants to be ostracized, they very much want to be a part of things and sometimes t...