Episode Seventeen: [Movement with Marcia]

Disclaimer: The title of this podcast and its contents are not intended to in any way promote, encourage, or advocate suicide or any form of self-harm. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide and needs support, please call 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

In today’s episode, Nicole talks with Marcia Jones, a counselor who combines fitness with her therapy sessions. They discuss why Marcia chose to blend fitness with counseling, how it helps her clients, and ways to work with those who might be hesitant. Marcia also offers advice on overcoming shame and joins in a "Myth or Truth" game to clear up common misconceptions about fitness and mental health.

Guest:

• Marcia Jones

Website: https://www.psycorefit.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psycorefit

In this episode, you will hear:

• 0:00 Intro
• 1:05 Nicole’s Opening Statement

(Beginning of Interview)

• 2:04 Introduction to Marcia Jones
• 3:38 What Was the Motivation for the Integration of Fitness into Counseling?
• 7:59 How Was Fitness Integrated for the Clients?
• 11:12 How Do You Approach a Resistant Client?
• 15:35 A Different Approach and Tips Against Shame
• 20:24 A Game: Myth or Truth
• 30:17 Marcia’s Final Words

(End of Interview)

• 34:33 Nicole’s Closing Statement
• 34:56 BPD Daily Mantra
• 35:11 Outro
• “Keep Going” (Chosen) by Sevena - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQ4dqv4Wx_0

Episode Resources:

• Website: https://www.showmegrace.org/
  • Weekly Support Group: https://www.showmegrace.org/the-brain
  • Career Coaching: https://www.showmegrace.org/about-3

• Crisis Hotline - Call or Text 988 or Chat At 988lifeline.org

Connect with the Host:

Nicole Darby

Email: presspause4grace@gmail.com

Free BPD Support Resources and Weekly Support Group (Wednesdays): https://www.showmegrace.org

Credits:

Hosts: Nicole Darby

Music Producer of Podcast’s Intro Music: DJtheIII

Sound Engineer: Stefan Mitroi

Podcast Producer: Nicole Darby

Research Team: Nicole Darby & Tamar Brignolle