• Understanding Crying and Emotional Expression

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    Why do we cry when we’re heartbroken, and sometimes when we’re overjoyed? On this episode of TAB Mindfulness Conversations, we dive into one of the most human experiences there is.

    We’ll explore the surprising physiology of tears. Your eyes make three kinds: basal tears that protect, reflex tears that rinse away irritants, and emotional tears that show up when feelings run high. We’ll bust popular myths like “big boys don’t cry,” “crying always makes you feel better,” and “tears flush toxins from your body,” and share what research actually reveals.

    Have you ever felt like crying but had no tears come? You’re not alone. We’ll look at why some people cry without tears, from dry eyes and medications to the ways we learn to hold emotions in.

    And then a question every pet lover has wondered about: do our pets cry? Scientists say emotional tears appear to be uniquely human, but one fascinating study found that dogs’ eyes may well up when they reunite with the people they love. Could those be tears of joy?

    Along the way, you’ll learn a simple mindful practice for meeting your own tears with curiosity instead of shame. Because tears are information, not a character test.

    Press play, take a breath, and let’s get curious together.

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Transition Awareness Breathing with Eartha Powell

I live in Texas with my family. I Don’t Know: Adventures of a Forest Playground is my first children’s picture book.  The desire to write has been with me since childhood. Upon completing my career in The United States Navy, I began thinking about writing inspirational children stories and songs. After being blessed with children, my desire to write moved into action.

At the age of five my daughter lit the spark to encourage me published my first book. She said, “Mommy you should write your stories down.” My son ignited the flame for me to learn about mindfulness, relaxation breathing, awareness and meditation for children and their families. I began teaching these tools to my son to help him manage and move through challenges of his ADHD. A mom at my son’s school encouraged me to teach these skills to other children. Hence Transition Awareness Breathing (TAB) was born. Transition Awareness Breathing gives children tools in their coping skills toolbox to manage change. I thank the Almighty for the creativity and the ability to synchronize my professional knowledge to help children and their family transition through change in a peaceful and positive manner.

My Master’s Degree is in Human Resources Development with a focus on Organizational Development. For over twenty years, I have maintained my NPD (Nursing Professional Development) certification by ANCC. In the course of my nursing career, I have taught numerous courses in Change Management, Leadership and Development, Prenatal Relaxation Breathing and Conflict Management. Currently teach TAB to children and their families, to help children of all ages obtain tools to help them achieve victories in the face of change.

  • Understanding Crying and Emotional Expression

  • Mismatched Laughter

  • The Laughter That Heals

  • Laughter the Effects On Health and Relationships

  • Final Summer Series- Dashboard of Mindful Mechanics: Practice Over Perfection

  • Summer Series Before the Crash: Building a Mindful Response Plan with the P.A.U.S.E. Method

  • Mindfulness Summer Series: “Eye of the Hurricane Plus Awareness”

  • Self-Compassion Series, Episode 2: “Thoughts Are Not Facts”

  • Summer Series -Fostering Self Compassion Not Selfishness.

  • Summer series fostering change model-It’s about practice and progress

Transition Awareness Breathing

Hosted by Eartha Powell

Transition Awareness Breathing (TAB) is specifically tailored for children and their parents, who could benefit from learning how to relax and work in a stressful or changing environment. TAB can be used in a variety of settings to positively enhance relaxation and learning. TAB is not a quick fix solution program. It is a program of action. Listeners will hear suggested meditation, relaxation breathing, awareness, or mindfulness exercises to practice. The more participants practice newly learned skills, the more skills will become a natural response to everyday ups and downs. Here’s a sneak peek at Eartha’s new book, coming soon! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FBtcZY7hwjI Disclaimer: Transition Awareness Breathing (TAB) is solely for educational purposes. It is not intended as a psychological intervention or substitute for psychological treatment. If participants require psychological help, families should seek the consultation of a licensed mental health professional.