Podcast
How Coronavirus Saved My Life
Hosted by Christine Zethraus, PMHNP · EN
How Coronavirus Saved My Life is a weekly podcast hosted by Christine Zethraus, a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She takes you on a journey as a healthcare worker, wife, and mother during the pandemic. She had Coronavirus in April 2020 and Long-Covid symptoms for months. She could not figure out why her Long-Covid symptoms were not improving until she healed herself through deconditioning her childhood programming. Now, Christine interviews others about their journey of healing. Her mission is to create a safe space for others to speak their authentic truth. Without We There is No Me.
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Update: Where have I been?
Oct 25, 202300:16:39Tap to summarizeThis episode is for my listeners! I am so grateful to you all.
Transcribe →episode 44: the teacher (How Coronavirus is My Greatest Teacher in Miracles)
Jun 12, 202300:19:50Tap to summarizeepisode 44: the teacher (How Coronavirus is My Greatest Teacher in Miracles) When you grow up in trauma, it's hard to understand the people who hurt you, the people who put you in unsafe situations, the people who purposely hurt you, are YOUR teachers. My racist father was my teacher for injustice. My narcissistic mother was my teacher for my inner worthiness. My ex-husband was my teacher on spotlighting my judgment of others. My past toxic friendships and relationships are my teachers for emotional growth through challenging experiences. Coronavirus was my teacher in finding the miracle of me. Coronavirus was my teacher for questioning my childhood belief system. Coronavirus was my teacher in building resiliency. Coronavirus IS my teacher in challenging my fears and proving those fears wrong. ============================================================= Connect with Christine for Mental Health Discussions and Tools for Recovery: https://howcoronavirussavedmylife.com Twitter | Instagram | website | Youtube | FB Check out Christine's other podcast with her sister The Family Burrito Disclaimer: The information and recommendations in this Podcast are only opinions of the host and guests of How Coronavirus Saved My Life Podcast
Transcribe →episode 43: the cord (How My Dad's Death Was A Gift To My Healing)
May 4, 202300:20:29Tap to summarizeepisode 43: the chord (How My Dad's Death Was A Gift To My Healing) When my dad died, a toxic limb was severed from my body. It was startling when the detective called to tell me my Dad was dead. I no longer had to endure my father's dysfunctional behaviors. He was dead. So now what? In this episode, I share epiphanies about my dad’s death being a gift to my healing and the unconditional love I gave him directly before he died despite the hurt he caused me in childhood. My father’s death gave me unspeakable freedom and release. His death created a deeper pathway to my inner worthiness. My father’s death led me to discover my mother is a narcissist. How? Because his chaotic behaviors were no longer in the picture or a distraction. A fog had lifted. I could see my mother's abuse clearly now. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with Christine for Mental Health Discussions and Tools for Recovery: https://howcoronavirussavedmylife.com Twitter | Instagram | website | Youtube | FB Check out Christine's other podcast with her sister The Family Burrito Disclaimer: The information and recommendations in this Podcast are only opinions of the host and guests of How Coronavirus Saved My Life Podcast ============================================== This episode is sponsored by Uphealing Mental Healthcare. Uphealing Mental Healthcare is a telehealth service in the Dallas / Fort Worth, providing psychiatric treatment with medication management and therapy. Visit uphealing.org for more information. http://uphealing.org
Transcribe →episode 42: the perspective (How Changing Your Perspective is Healing)
Apr 18, 202300:31:08Tap to summarizeWhat beliefs did you have about yourself from childhood? What beliefs did you have about your parents then and now? Our beliefs are formed by the time we are 7 years old. My beliefs and perspectives about myself and my parents were intertwined with a story of unworthiness, can’t trust, never will get better, and not feeling safe. At any given moment, we can change our perspectives and beliefs. Believing I would die from Coronavirus changed my perspective about my childhood beliefs forever. Changing my perspective about my childhood beliefs has been pivotal in my healing. Making this choice has brought me peace. This episode is about how getting Coronavirus was the catapult in questioning my childhood beliefs and perspectives. Today's Mantras: I am the truth All the answers I am seeking are within me I can change my perspective at any given moment My strength lies within the possibility of the new possible My perspectives are evolving for my healing and mental wellbeing My perspectives are limitless, and SO AM I --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you for listening. I hope people will not suffer as much by discovering healing techniques through my experiences. Connect with Christine for Mental Health Discussions and Tools for Recovery: https://howcoronavirussavedmylife.com Twitter | Instagram | website | Youtube | FB Check out Christine's other podcast with her sister The Family Burrito Disclaimer: The information and recommendations in this Podcast are only opinions of the host and guests of How Coronavirus Saved My Life Podcast
Transcribe →episode 41: the uncertainty (How to Embrace Uncertainty Rather Than Fearing It)
Mar 13, 202300:19:37Tap to summarizeWhat is your relationship with Uncertainty? How do you respond to Uncertainty? How do you react when a plan changes unexpectedly? How do you react when a person reacts to you unexpectedly? Uncertainty is a word that can invoke fear, anxiety, and stress in our minds. However, uncertainty can also be a friend. This episode is about how I learned to embrace uncertainty through my uncertain experiences rather than fearing it, which can help you to become more resilient in the face of challenges. This episode explains why our brains are hardwired to think negatively and strategies for changing this pattern. Mantras for this episode: I embrace uncertainty Uncertainty creates opportunity Uncertainty shows me areas I need healing Uncertainty leads me to me Thank you for listening. My hope is for people not to suffer as much by discovering healing techniques through my experiences. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with Christine for Mental Health Discussions and Tools for Recovery: https://howcoronavirussavedmylife.com Twitter | Instagram | website | Youtube | FB Check out Christine's other podcast with her sister The Family Burrito Disclaimer: The information and recommendations in this Podcast are only opinions of the host and guests of How Coronavirus Saved My Life Podcast
Transcribe →episode 40: the injustice (How My Father's Racism Impacted My Childhood)
Feb 9, 202300:27:17Tap to summarizeHearing the N-Word my entire life was a trauma for me. Witnessing injustice frequently impacted my childhood. Injustice was a trauma for me. Today's episode is about my experience with being raised by a Racist White Alcoholic Father. How my Father not only said the N-Word but would describe a group of people as subhuman. Connecting the dots with how my father became racist and how his racism has led to my soul's calling. How my racist grandmother would not let me swim with black people. Why I have always been drawn to other cultures. And the surprising time I felt love and safety for the first time at 14 years old. Thank you for listening. My hope is for others to find ways to heal through my journey. =================================================================== Connect with Christine for Mental Health Discussions and Tools for Recovery: https://howcoronavirussavedmylife.com Twitter | Instagram | website | Youtube | FB Check out Christine's other podcast with her sister The Family Burrito Disclaimer: The information and recommendations in this Podcast are only opinions of the host and guests of How Coronavirus Saved My Life Podcast
Transcribe →episode 39: the gratitude (How My Journaling Practice Saved My Life)
Feb 7, 202300:25:54Tap to summarizeThis Episode is about JOURNALING and GRATITUDE - How Journaling has helped me understand myself. When you start your day by Writing 5 Things you are Grateful for, YOU start with Love for Yourself. Starting off with Gratitude releases Oxytocin, the Love Hormone, LOVE FOR YOURSELF. Listen as I am shifting through my past journal entry from a 29-year-old me to a today me. Gratitude makes a difference. Journaling Changed My Life. Journaling Has Made A Difference In How I View Myself. Journaling Practice has helped Me Heal Childhood Wounds & Trauma. Today's MANTRA: I AM LIMITLESS I AM POWERFUL I CREATE BEAUTIFUL EXPERIENCES I AM FUCKING AMAZING -------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with Christine for Mental Health Discussions and Tools for Recovery: https://howcoronavirussavedmylife.com Twitter | Instagram | website | Youtube | FB Check out Christine's other podcast with her sister The Family Burrito Disclaimer: The information and recommendations in this Podcast are only opinions of the host and guests of How Coronavirus Saved My Life Podcast
Transcribe →episode 38: the memory (How My Dad's Alcoholism Impacted My Childhood Memories)
Dec 15, 202200:31:06Tap to summarizeWhat do we do when a painful childhood memory comes up? Do we ignore the painful memory? Do we stuff the painful memory down with food, drugs, alcohol, sex, overworking, toxic relationships, starving ourselves, people pleasing, and saving others? What do we do if multiple painful childhood memories flood in at once? This episode was inspired by my client who didn't want to remember her painful childhood. Little did I know a flood of childhood memories would happen after our encounter. Memories of my father always using alcohol, drugs, weed, cigarettes, etc. Memories of him giving me alcohol when I was 3 years old. Memories of my father teaching me to cope with stress with any substance you can get your hands on--every single night. I recorded this episode as I was sifting through these memories. My goal is to help others shift through their painful memories as well. These memories are coming up for a reason. I am grateful for my painful memories coming to the surface because I NOW have the choice of what to do with them. Connect with Christine for Mental Health Discussions and Tools for Recovery: https://howcoronavirussavedmylife.com Twitter | Instagram | website | Youtube | FB Check out Christine's other podcast with her sister The Family Burrito Disclaimer: The information and recommendations in this Podcast are only opinions of the host and guests of How Coronavirus Saved My Life Podcast
Transcribe →episode 37, part two: the gift (How Spirituality Plays a Positive Role in Mental Health Recovery with Dr. Jack Perkins)
Nov 28, 202200:36:35Tap to summarizeWelcome back to episode 37, part TWO! Dr. Perkins and I continue our conversation about the importance of Spirituality in Mental Health recovery. Jack Perkins is a licensed professional counselor and the founder of Psuche Education Counseling & Coaching Services. He has a heart to help others discover the secret to living a fulfilled life by integrating their spirituality into every area of their lives. He’s seen first hand how the integration of spirituality into healthcare is important in the recovery process. Topics Discussed: Why integrating spirituality into healthcare is important Why people turned to prayer after Sept 11 Spirituality gives people hope and helps them cope with depression Why Christine went into nursing World Health Organization states spirituality is a pillar of healthcare Low Percentage of doctors assessing spirituality with patients Importance of spirituality assessment in healthcare Providers need to assess their spiritual health first Provider bias with patients’ religions and spiritual beliefs Jack's touching story of helping grieving parents whose baby just died ----------------------------------------------------------- Connect with Christine for Mental Health Discussions and Tools for Recovery: https://howcoronavirussavedmylife.com Twitter | Instagram | website | Youtube | FB Check out Christine's other podcast with her sister The Family Burrito Disclaimer: The information and recommendations in this Podcast are only opinions of the host and guests of How Coronavirus Saved My Life Podcast
Transcribe →episode 37, part one: the gift (How Spirituality Plays a Positive Role in Mental Health Recovery with Dr. Jack Perkins)
Nov 21, 202200:35:35Tap to summarizeWhat is YOUR definition of Spirituality? In this episode (part one), Dr. Jack Perkins and I talk about the power of Spirituality. The power of finding meaning in our childhood suffering. Dr. Perkins tells his personal story of suffering first. His story of childhood suffering touched me deeply. I know it will touch you deeply as well. My guest today is Dr. Jack Perkins. Jack is the founder of Psuche Education, Counseling & Coaching Services in Fort Gibson, Oklahoma. Jack is an ordained minister, conference speaker, licensed counselor, certified life coach, and sexual addiction counselor. Spirituality has been a huge part of my inner & outer healing. Spirituality has been a huge part of my Long-COVID healing. Spirituality has deepened my connection with my friends and family, and my connection with clients. Spirituality led me to discover my inner worthiness and love for myself I was never taught in childhood. Evidence-based research shows integrating spirituality decreases anxiety and depression symptoms. Neuroscientific research shows the practice of mindfulness, the brain's cortex literally grows, with an increase in grey matter and more gyrification (Spencer, 2012). https://howcoronavirussavedmylife.com Connect with Christine: Twitter | Instagram | website | Youtube | FB Check out Christine's other podcast with her sister The Family Burrito Resources: Integrating Spirituality Into Recovery Requires Ethical Approach What is Spirituality? A Personal Exploration by Dr. Maya Spencer Disclaimer: The information and recommendations in this Podcast are only opinions of the host and guests of How Coronavirus Saved My Life Podcast
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