Tracks for the Journey

Why Your Brain Gets "Stuck" and How to Finally Move Forward

Post your thoughts here. If you want a reply email me at connectTFJ@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you.Ever feel like a past experience is "stuck," haunting your thoughts no matter how much you talk about it? On this episode of Tracks for the Journey, psychologist Dr. Sharla Boyd explains that trauma isn't a character flaw—it’s a neurological hurdle.What’s inside:Learn how EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps the brain "digest" painful memories that have been stuck for years.Understand the "weed" analogy: why we need to stop just mowing over our symptoms and start pulling trauma out by the root.The Benefit: You’ll walk away with a new perspective on your own resilience and a roadmap for how to finally find peace. Listen now! 🎧Support the showSubscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.comEnjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77

Journey from Grieving to Thriving

Post your thoughts here. If you want a reply email me at connectTFJ@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you.How can we navigate the path after the loss of a loved one? I think we must shift the focus away from seeking "closure"—a misleading term—to the active process of adjusting to a new reality. The work emphasizes that while grief is a complex physical and emotional disruption, real healing is about adjusting to a new normal where they are still present in your heart, but your life continues to grow. Learn from the insights of Scripture, George Bonanno, and David Kessler toward a path of meaning and hope.Support the showSubscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.comEnjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77

Field Notes for Well-being for February 5 2026

Post your thoughts here. If you want a reply email me at connectTFJ@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you.Field Notes for February 5, 2026 covers how to open your heart to the companionship of God in daily life and a review of Mel Robbins book "Let Them Theory." In the section called Finding the Hidden One, you'll hear about a way to handle life in our troubling times with a key insight from the story of two disciples. The book review of Let Them Theory brings an overview of this powerful book for better emotional adjustment.  The Field Notes webcast shares the best material from recent editions of my newsletter, blog, and publications. Tracks for the Journey and Signposts for the Journey are dedicated to your well-being through spirituality, psychology, and ethics.Support the showSubscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.comEnjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77

Mental Health Now: Stress & Self-Care with Dr. Sharla Boyd

Post your thoughts here. If you want a reply email me at connectTFJ@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you.Struggling with stress now? Who isn't? 🧠 Dr. Sharla Boyd, a psychologist with 20+ years of experience, is sharing her top self-care strategies for navigating our chaotic world. From the benefits of journaling for emotional release to finding the right exercise for mental health, learn how to regulate your mood and stay strong. Learn about: Digital Detox: Why you need to limit your social media and news intake to protect your peace.Social Connection: Why we need "safe people" to help us gain perspective and reduce isolation.Self-Compassion: Give yourself the same grace you give othersBook "What Happened to You" by Bruce Perry and Oprah WinfreySupport the showSubscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.comEnjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77

Escaping the River of Lies

Post your thoughts here. If you want a reply email me at connectTFJ@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you.The "river of lies" in our politics isn't just annoying—it’s destabilizing our entire society.We are currently facing a "multi-pronged assault" on truth, from foreign disinformation campaigns to domestic leaders who prioritize "alternative facts" over reality. The Book of Proverbs warned us centuries ago: when a ruler listens to lies, the whole government becomes corrupt.How to fight back:Pause: Don't let the algorithms bait your emotions.Verify: Use Politifact or Snopes before you share.Act: Join collective groups and support organizations fighting for justice.Truth shouldn't be a "weapon" to divide us—it's the only way to keep our freedom Support the showSubscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.comEnjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77