iGetBetter Podcast

Feb 12 2024
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In the iGetBetter Podcast, we discuss topics related to life, love, spiritual, mental, and emotional health and how we can ALL get better, together. The show is hosted by Charlene Rene and Phedra Smith, two friends and therapists, who are the founders and operators of private practice therapy offices in their local communities. We discuss personal life challenges and successes as well as community issues and work to raise awareness about mental health disorders and treatment options while also answering questions from listeners. New episodes are aired every month.

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IGBEP39-Love Boundaries and Love Defined (pt. 2)

Feb 12 2024 40 mins  
This episode is a continuation of our discussion on Love. Re-Defining what love is, and the difference between REAL love and JUNK love. We also explore the need to set boundaries in love to protect your peace. Tune in now to learn how we can ALL get better!

IGBEP38-Love and Love addiction (pt. 1)

May 22 2023 41 mins  
We recorded this episode LIVE on Facebook so excuse our technical difficulties please. But it definitely gets good! This episode is ALL about LOVE-we are discussing love addiction-what is it and have you ever been addicted to love? What does it REALLY mean to love and to be loved? Tune in now to learn how we can ALL get better!

IGBEP37-Assertive Communication

Oct 11 2022 15 mins  
Communication happens all of the time but often it isn’t effective or even helpful communication. Being able to be assertive when talking to others isn’t the same thing as going along to get along. It also doesn’t mean that you are aggressive or hostile. This is a communication style helps promote reduction in anxiety, relationship problems and even anger. Join us on this epi

IGBEP36-Fasting

Jun 24 2022 22 mins  
Fasting is when you eliminate or reduce food or other elements of distraction for a period of time. It is suggested that you consult your doctor before trying it. From a medical standpoint it allows your body to use energy to properly digest old food and burn fat without having to use energy to digest new foods. Fasting has also been known to be a staple in several faith traditions

IGBEP35-Vulnerable

Mar 30 2022 28 mins  
Vulnerability is a vital component to a healthy life and relationship. Yet, it can be one of the hardest things to learn how to be and stick to due to fear of being hurt. It’s not easy and it requires you to always be authentic despite how others might respond. That can be scary. On this episode we discuss how we can all get better at being vulnerable in healthy and safe ways. Le

IGBEP34-Jealousy

Feb 17 2022 14 mins  
Jealousy is a common feeling that you may be difficult to admit to feeling. It can make us feel weak. However, when we start to be honest with ourselves then we can focus on the root of our jealousy. Often times this feeling is prompted by our own feelings of inadequacy and/or need for something or someone. On this episode we discuss healthy and practical ways to reduce and overcom

IGBEP33-Faith

Dec 23 2021 13 mins  
What is your faith made of? That’s what we ask and answer in today’s show. Join us to hear what our definitions of faith, barriers, and obstacles that get in the way of using faith. See how despite your religious beliefs or lack thereof, we have found that we all have used faith for life’s big and small moments.

IGBEP31-Selfish

Dec 21 2021 29 mins  
Selfish??!! Why on earth would you want to get better at being Self-Ish? Listen to our latest FB Live Episode to find out! We will be breaking down what it means to be Self-Ish and why we should all get better at it. This is one you don't want to miss!

IGBEP32-Boundaries

Oct 14 2021 26 mins  
Join us for this gem of a topic! Boundaries are a hot topic and for good reason. Do you have them, how do you get them and keep them despite the guilt that may accompany them. You don’t want to miss this episode!

IGBEP30-Balance

Jul 29 2021 22 mins  
Do you find yourself living either too far to the right or too far to the left? Either too busy or feeling super lazy? Well, join us for another amazing episode where we discuss how balance is one of the bare necessities of life.