Thriving with The Bovinos!
You ever wonder how other people do such great things with relative ease? When is it going to be your turn to catch a break? Well this is the podcast for you. Together we will share tools to overcome obstacles and not just survive but Thrive! We will meet people from all aspects of life and hear how they bet on themselves, took calculated risks, failed repeatedly and are living a life full of Joy and abundance.
Kathryn Bovino is the co-owner and creator of THRIVE Consultation and Therapy. She strives to use a dynamic, individualized approaches combined with her training, education, and experience to guide and support individuals and families to live a life of truly thriving and not just surviving.
Kathryn is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and earned her Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, with a Graduate Certificate in Autism, from Ball State University in 2015. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of South Florida (2004) and has maintained certifications as a RDI® Program Consultant and Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist (ITDS) since 2006. Kathryn holds additional certifications as a Therapy Dog Team Handler, Life Balance Yoga Therapy Instructor and ACT Matrix Facilitator.
Brian Bovino earned his B.A at the University of Massachusetts Amherst majoring in Economics. He graduated with his Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Ball State University. Brian is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), a Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) Consultant and a Virginia Licensed Real Estate agent.
Brian began his work with families and children with Autism in 2004. Brian has worked in a multitude of settings including the public, private, and charter school settings as well as the Special Olympics, juvenile probation, short-term residential facilities, as a Firefighter/paramedic and currently as a Realtor. Brian enjoys sports, magic, and singing and is a 2015 international Barbershop Chorus Champion with the Westminster Chorus.
Brian and Kathryn live in Northern Virginia with their two children, dogs, cat, chickens and guinea pigs.
Thriving with The Bovinos!
We’re Back: What the Last 6 Months Taught Us About Thriving, Burnout, and Balance
In this episode, Brian and Kathryn reconnect after a six-month hiatus from their podcast, reflecting on their experiences during that time. They discuss themes of incubation, integration, and the importance of community and authenticity. The conversation explores the struggles of finding balance between ambition and contentment, the journey of self-discovery, and the significance of embracing one's true self. They also touch on spirituality, lightwork, and the challenges of making connections in adulthood. The episode concludes with a hopeful message about the unfolding story of life and the opportunities that lie ahead.
Chapters
00:00 Reconnecting and Reflecting on the Past Six Months
05:06 The Importance of Incubation and Integration
10:04 Struggles and Finding Meaning in Daily Life
14:44 Exploring Spirituality and Lightworking
19:48 Calling in Your Soul Family and Support Team
26:10 Dimming Our Light
29:43 Integration and Identity
33:50 Finding Balance in Life
37:10 Contentment vs. Growth
42:16 Connection and Common Humanity
45:07 Embracing the Unwritten Chapters
Keywords
thriving, burnout, balance, integration, community, spirituality, authenticity, personal growth, relationships, self-compassion