<![CDATA[Dare2Talk]]>Striving to bring some positivity to your day!

]]>dare2talk.blogRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Fri, 03 Jul 2026 01:56:35 GMTMon, 05 Jan 2026 22:13:29 GMT60Dare2Talk<p>Striving to bring some positivity to your day!</p>episodicDare2Talksailorgirl919@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Interview: MistyDawn (Mother)]]>In this episode of Dare2Talk I conduct an interview with my AMAZING mother, MistyDawn, where we address topics such as raising a child with mental health disability, combatting one's own mental and physical health concerns, and the importance of having a good support structure.

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]]>097e05e5-f969-4571-bddc-6954a445a0e1Thu, 26 Mar 2026 17:55:42 GMT<p>In this episode of Dare2Talk I conduct an interview with my AMAZING mother, MistyDawn, where we address topics such as raising a child with mental health disability, combatting one's own mental and physical health concerns, and the importance of having a good support structure.</p><p></p><p>Music: “Sunny” by Benjamin Tissot (Bensound) Used under royalty-free license, certificate #2244878. This item has been modified (cropped).</p><p></p><p>cricket.ogg by vintprox -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/352789/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/352789/</a> -- License: Attribution 4.0</p><p>Cricket Sound.mp3 by damonmensch -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/121511/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/121511/</a> -- License: Attribution 3.0</p><p><br /></p>no01:02:41111Interview: MistyDawn (Mother)full<![CDATA[How Assertiveness Boosts Your Mental Health]]>In this episode of Dare2Talk, we discuss assertive communication as a stress management tool. Assertive communication skills are key to solving many social problems we may have. It is better to deal with a situation quickly with assertive communication than it is to deal with a situation with passitve or aggressive communication.

If you have a topic you would like to hear more about or a joke you want to contriute to terrible dare jokes drop it in the comments or send me an email at dare2talk4@gmail.com

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]]>0493349d-04c6-4b3f-8f3f-34403a1021a7Wed, 04 Mar 2026 19:29:09 GMT<p>In this episode of Dare2Talk, we discuss assertive communication as a stress management tool. Assertive communication skills are key to solving many social problems we may have. It is better to deal with a situation quickly with assertive communication than it is to deal with a situation with passitve or aggressive communication. </p><p></p><p>If you have a topic you would like to hear more about or a joke you want to contriute to terrible dare jokes drop it in the comments or send me an email at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:dare2talk4@gmail.com" target="_blank">dare2talk4@gmail.com</a> </p><p></p><p>Music: “Sunny” by Benjamin Tissot (Bensound) Used under royalty-free license, certificate #2244878. This item has been modified (cropped).<br /></p><p>cricket.ogg by vintprox -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/352789/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/352789/</a> -- License: Attribution 4.0</p><p>Cricket Sound.mp3 by damonmensch -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/121511/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/121511/</a> -- License: Attribution 3.0</p><p><br /></p>no00:34:24110How Assertiveness Boosts Your Mental Healthfull<![CDATA[The Art of Just Being: Meditation and Mindfulness Practices for Stress Management]]>In this post of Dare2Talk, we discuss mindfulness and just being without judgment. It is important that we take time to practice non-judgment and non-action and recognize our feelings are there for a reason. Sometimes it is nice to step away and go for a mindful walk, do some yoga, or to take a moment and sit with ourselves in the quite.

If you have a joke you want to contribute or a topic you want more information on please email me at dare2talk4@gmail.com or dare@dare2talk.blog.

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Chopra, M. (2018). That Safe, Happy Place. In Just Breathe: Meditation, mindfulness, movement, and more (pp. 9–10). essay, Hatchette Book Group.

]]>6f1bec53-f11e-4f37-bcb4-4dd924eb2273Wed, 25 Feb 2026 22:03:56 GMT<p>In this post of Dare2Talk, we discuss mindfulness and just being without judgment. It is important that we take time to practice non-judgment and non-action and recognize our feelings are there for a reason. Sometimes it is nice to step away and go for a mindful walk, do some yoga, or to take a moment and sit with ourselves in the quite. </p><p></p><p>If you have a joke you want to contribute or a topic you want more information on please email me at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:dare2talk4@gmail.com" target="_blank">dare2talk4@gmail.com</a> or <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:dare@dare2talk.blog" target="_blank">dare@dare2talk.blog</a>. </p><p></p><p>Music: “Sunny” by Benjamin Tissot (Bensound) Used under royalty-free license, certificate #2244878. This item has been modified (cropped).<br /></p><p>cricket.ogg by vintprox -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/352789/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/352789/</a> -- License: Attribution 4.0</p><p>Cricket Sound.mp3 by damonmensch -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/121511/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/121511/</a> -- License: Attribution 3.0</p><p><br />Chopra, M. (2018). That Safe, Happy Place. In <i>Just Breathe: Meditation, mindfulness, movement, and more</i> (pp. 9–10). essay, Hatchette Book Group.</p><p></p>no00:28:1019The Art of Just Being: Meditation and Mindfulness Practices for Stress Managementfull<![CDATA[Nutrition and Stress: Practical Tips for Better Health]]>In this episode of Dare2Talk, we discuss healthy eating habbits and some of the barriers to eating good nutritious foods. It isn't always easy eating healthy foods but we have some actionable suggestions you can emply to get the most bang for your buck.

If you have jokes you want to contribute or sotries you want to share, leave a comment or email me are dare@dare2talk.blog or at dare2talk4@gmail.com.

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]]>71702e32-d093-4536-85a4-0ebf2dfbcbe8Wed, 25 Feb 2026 21:24:45 GMT<p>In this episode of Dare2Talk, we discuss healthy eating habbits and some of the barriers to eating good nutritious foods. It isn't always easy eating healthy foods but we have some actionable suggestions you can emply to get the most bang for your buck. </p><p></p><p>If you have jokes you want to contribute or sotries you want to share, leave a comment or email me are <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:dare@dare2talk.blog" target="_blank">dare@dare2talk.blog</a> or at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:dare2talk4@gmail.com" target="_blank">dare2talk4@gmail.com</a>.</p><p></p><p>Music: “Sunny” by Benjamin Tissot (Bensound) Used under royalty-free license, certificate #2244878. This item has been modified (cropped).</p><p></p><p>cricket.ogg by vintprox -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/352789/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/352789/</a> -- License: Attribution 4.0</p><p>Cricket Sound.mp3 by damonmensch -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/121511/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/121511/</a> -- License: Attribution 3.0</p><p><br /></p>no00:31:4018Nutrition and Stress: Practical Tips for Better Healthfull<![CDATA[Breaking Through Exercise Barriers: Boosting Mental Wellness and Physical Health ]]>In this episode of Dare2Talk, we discuss the mental health benefits of exercise as well as some ways to overcome the barriers that prevent us from exercising. Exercise as a whole is good for us, and while it can be challenging at times to know where or how to start, just starting and being consistent is the most important part. If you have suggestions for topics you are interested in hearing on this podcast or jokes you want to contribute to the terrible dare jokes, email me at dare2talk4@gmail.com or at dare@dare2talk.blog

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]]>451a9765-0c5f-41b6-83d0-ea663e1be282Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:18:21 GMT<p>In this episode of Dare2Talk, we discuss the mental health benefits of exercise as well as some ways to overcome the barriers that prevent us from exercising. Exercise as a whole is good for us, and while it can be challenging at times to know where or how to start, just starting and being consistent is the most important part. If you have suggestions for topics you are interested in hearing on this podcast or jokes you want to contribute to the terrible dare jokes, email me at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:dare2talk4@gmail.com" target="_blank">dare2talk4@gmail.com</a> or at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:dare@dare2talk.blog" target="_blank">dare@dare2talk.blog</a></p><p></p><p>Music: “Sunny” by Benjamin Tissot (Bensound) Used under royalty-free license, certificate #2244878. This item has been modified (cropped).</p><p>cricket.ogg by vintprox -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/352789/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/352789/</a> -- License: Attribution 4.0</p><p>Cricket Sound.mp3 by damonmensch -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/121511/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/121511/</a> -- License: Attribution 3.0</p>no00:39:5717Breaking Through Exercise Barriers: Boosting Mental Wellness and Physical Health full<![CDATA[Coping Strategies Explained: Distraction, Avoidance, and Escape in Mental Health]]>In this episode, we talk about the three different categories of coping strategies in stress management as well as their level of healthiness. Distraction, avoidance, and escape are all things that have clear examples in our lives and the lives of others, and we can see how some of these strategies serve us well, while others can cause more harm than good.

If you would like to submit a joke for terrible dare jokes, please reach out at dare@dare2talk.blog or at dare2talk4@gmail.com

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]]>764c17a6-0cdd-4ad4-866c-c275a1993064Thu, 05 Feb 2026 20:33:59 GMT<p>In this episode, we talk about the three different categories of coping strategies in stress management as well as their level of healthiness. Distraction, avoidance, and escape are all things that have clear examples in our lives and the lives of others, and we can see how some of these strategies serve us well, while others can cause more harm than good.</p><p></p><p>If you would like to submit a joke for terrible dare jokes, please reach out at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:dare@dare2talk.blog" target="_blank">dare@dare2talk.blog</a> or at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:dare2talk4@gmail.com" target="_blank">dare2talk4@gmail.com</a></p><p></p><p>Music: “Sunny” by Benjamin Tissot (Bensound) Used under royalty-free license, certificate #2244878. This item has been modified (cropped).</p><p></p><p>cricket.ogg by vintprox -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/352789/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/352789/</a> -- License: Attribution 4.0</p><p>Cricket Sound.mp3 by damonmensch -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/121511/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/121511/</a> -- License: Attribution 3.0</p><p><br /></p>yes00:38:5516Coping Strategies Explained: Distraction, Avoidance, and Escape in Mental Healthfull<![CDATA[Embracing Vulnerability in Chronic Illness]]>In this episode of Dare2Talk I take a moment to get vulnerable with you all and share some personal struggles I have been having this week. I talk about barriers I have to working, struggles with feelings of inadequacy, and a desire to inspire people to share how they are truly feeling in their day. Key takeaway is that it is okay not to be OK.

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]]>169e5542-2ca9-49ae-8df4-a3b4b619f83eWed, 28 Jan 2026 22:57:13 GMT<p>In this episode of Dare2Talk I take a moment to get vulnerable with you all and share some personal struggles I have been having this week. I talk about barriers I have to working, struggles with feelings of inadequacy, and a desire to inspire people to share how they are truly feeling in their day. Key takeaway is that it is okay not to be OK. </p><p></p><p>Music: “Sunny” by Benjamin Tissot (Bensound) Used under royalty-free license, certificate #2244878. This item has been modified (cropped).</p><p></p><p>cricket.ogg by vintprox -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/352789/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/352789/</a> -- License: Attribution 4.0</p><p>Cricket Sound.mp3 by damonmensch -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/121511/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/121511/</a> -- License: Attribution 3.0</p><p><br /></p>no00:29:4015Embracing Vulnerability in Chronic Illnessfull<![CDATA[Just Breathe ]]>In this episode of dare2talk we discuss the importance of breathing for getting us out of the Five F's! We talk about the need to focus on breathing calmly and with purpose and of belly breathing!

If you have anything you want to be considered for dare2talk episodes, such as mindful moments or terrible dare jokes, reach out at dare@dare2talk.blog or at dare2talk4@gmail.com.

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]]>a9c510e1-418e-47fa-8c50-8d3550663551Wed, 21 Jan 2026 19:47:51 GMT<p>In this episode of dare2talk we discuss the importance of breathing for getting us out of the Five F's! We talk about the need to focus on breathing calmly and with purpose and of belly breathing!</p><p></p><p>If you have anything you want to be considered for dare2talk episodes, such as mindful moments or terrible dare jokes, reach out at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:dare@dare2talk.blog" target="_blank">dare@dare2talk.blog</a> or at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:dare2talk4@gmail.com" target="_blank">dare2talk4@gmail.com</a>.</p><p></p><p>Music: “Sunny” by Benjamin Tissot (Bensound) Used under royalty-free license, certificate #2244878. This item has been modified (cropped).</p><p></p><p>cricket.ogg by vintprox -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/352789/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/352789/</a> -- License: Attribution 4.0</p><p>Cricket Sound.mp3 by damonmensch -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/121511/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/121511/</a> -- License: Attribution 3.0</p><p><br /></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>no00:30:5614Just Breathe full<![CDATA[The Five F's]]>In this episode we explore the Five F's, our bodies natural response to stress. We will discuss examples of the Five F's and how people can overcome them using breathing techniques, mindfulness, and regular practice.

I look forward to seeing you in the episode!

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]]>8f370c7b-a096-48bd-8de7-80c5734c4c3cTue, 13 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode we explore the Five F's, our bodies natural response to stress. We will discuss examples of the Five F's and how people can overcome them using breathing techniques, mindfulness, and regular practice. </p><p></p><p>I look forward to seeing you in the episode! </p><p></p><p>Music: “Sunny” by Benjamin Tissot (Bensound)</p><p>Used under royalty-free license, certificate #2244878.</p><p>This item has been modified (cropped).</p><p><br />cricket.ogg by vintprox -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/352789/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/352789/</a> -- License: Attribution 4.0</p><p>Cricket Sound.mp3 by damonmensch -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/121511/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/121511/</a> -- License: Attribution 3.0</p><p><br /></p>no00:26:0913The Five F'sfull<![CDATA[The Importance of Mental Health Awareness]]>In this episode of Dare2Talk, we discuss the importance of mental health practices not just for those with mental illness or chronic illness, but for everyone. We also discuss how good mental health practices, done regularly, can be the difference between the world being on fire around us and us burning in the flames verses the world being on fire around us, and us dancing in the flames.

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]]>683d057d-48f3-47cf-b9c1-d8f54dd84fbcThu, 08 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of Dare2Talk, we discuss the importance of mental health practices not just for those with mental illness or chronic illness, but for everyone. We also discuss how good mental health practices, done regularly, can be the difference between the world being on fire around us and us burning in the flames verses the world being on fire around us, and us dancing in the flames.</p><p></p><p>Music: “Sunny” by Benjamin Tissot (Bensound)</p><p>Used under royalty-free license, certificate #2244878.</p><p>This item has been modified (cropped).</p><p></p><p>cricket.ogg by vintprox -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/352789/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/352789/</a> -- License: Attribution 4.0</p><p>Cricket Sound.mp3 by damonmensch -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/121511/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/121511/</a> -- License: Attribution 3.0</p><p><br /></p>no00:28:5112The Importance of Mental Health Awarenessfull<![CDATA[1: My Journey to this Moment]]>In this Episode of Dare2talk, we discuss my journey through life to the moment of the podcast, tackling topics of mental illness and a new diagnosis of Balo's Consentric Sclerosis.

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]]>a480c80f-d1b0-416a-86aa-cd066782515eMon, 05 Jan 2026 22:20:50 GMT<p>In this Episode of Dare2talk, we discuss my journey through life to the moment of the podcast, tackling topics of mental illness and a new diagnosis of Balo's Consentric Sclerosis.</p><p></p><p>Music I Use: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos" target="_blank">https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos</a></p><p>License code: PLJLIYJCCZ0U3PW4</p><p>Artist: : Benjamin Tissot</p><p><br />Cricket Sound.mp3 by damonmensch -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.org/s/121511/" target="_blank">https://freesound.org/s/121511/</a> -- License: Attribution 3.0</p>no00:38:34111: My Journey to this Momentfull