Pause To Elevate With Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat
Discover your mind’s inner working to transform and elevate your life. Dr. Kasim shares his experiences and invites experts in their fields as well as everyday people who have created positive impactful change in their lives. He is a Registered Psychologist and Umass Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Teacher and Teacher Trainer. Dr. Kasim completed a six-month silent meditation retreat in Myanmar (Burma) and has a TEDx talk, entitled “How mindfulness meditation redefines pain, happiness & satisfaction”.
You can listen to insights and tips shared so that you can learn to be more present, mange overwhelm and stress, find calm and inner peace, enhance resilience, gain new perspective to live healthier and happier life, be more compassionate, enhance your mind to reach the success you want, and create a more fulfilling life.
Dr. Kasim’s mission is to elevate our lives on a personal, professional, and global level to a healthier, more compassionate and caring world through mindfulness. This podcast also shares principles in psychology and mindset that leads to success and a more fulfilling life.
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Episodes
64 episodes
Trauma Therapist Reveals What Happens When You Heal Your Past - With Michelle Gay
This episode is filled with practical insights, real-life transformation stories, and inspiration for anyone interested in trauma recovery, mental health, or personal growth. Therapist and educator in the mental health field, Miche...
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Finding Safety While Healing Trauma And Oppression - With Frances Mican
Join Dr. Kasim Al-mashat in this insightful episode of 'Pause to Elevate' as he engages in a deeply enriching conversation with Frances Mican, a marriage and family therapist. Frances shares her journey into therapy, grounded in re...
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1:32:09
Overcoming Loneliness and Unlocking Fulfillment with Jules Kuroda
In this deeply insightful episode of Pause to Elevate, explore loneliness, fulfillment, emotional intelligence, and the journey to rediscovering the innate self. Drawing from Jules Kuroda's work in education and refugee resettlement, Jules shar...
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The Psychology Of People Pleasing: A Journey to Empowerment with Anita Sandoval
Join Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat and licensed professional counselor Anita Sandoval in this powerful episode as they unpack the psychology of people-pleasing, its connection to trauma, and the path toward healing and authenticity. This conversation rev...
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How Laughter Yoga can CHANGE YOUR LIFE with Kelly Podlubny
Can laughter truly change your life? In this eye-opening episode, Kelly Podlubny shares how he went from battling deep mental struggles to discovering a powerful, intentional way to invite joy into his life—Laughter Yoga. Learn how laughter, ev...
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Why Your Birthday Deserves to Be Celebrated—YOUR WAY 🎂
In this episode of the Pause to Elevate Podcast, discover why so many people experience birthday blues, the underlying reasons behind it, and how to overcome it. Tamar shares her insights on the importance of celebrating oneself, planning a ful...
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1:04:29
What Happens When MINDFULNESS Meets Healthcare
With over 20 years of experience in mindfulness meditation and Iyengar yoga, Hazim Hassan shares his personal journey, exploring the importance of mindfulness in stressful healthcare settings. This episode delves into the significance of self-c...
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1:02:01
Rediscover Joy: Unlocking the Power of Laughter with Heidi Barkwell
In this eye-opening episode of the Pause to Elevate Podcast, Dr. Kasim Al Mashat dives deep into the transformative journey of Heidi Barkwell, a Certified Laughter Yoga Teacher and author of 'Laughing Wellness: Play Your Way Every Day.' Heidi s...
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Healing Trauma with EMDR & Somatic Therapy: Insights from Sue Genest
In this episode of the Pause to Elevate Podcast, Dr. Kasim Al Mashat sits down with Sue Genest, trauma and EMDR expert and Director of Life Journeys Counseling and Training. Sue shares her extensive expertise in mental health, healing trauma, a...
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1:20:39
How do you Transform Fear & Anger with MINDFULNESS? With Dr. Tazuko Shibusawa
In this episode of Pause to Elevate, join the host in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Tazuko Shibusawa, an expert in social work and mindfulness. Dr. Shibusawa shares her personal and professional journey, exploring the impact of Buddhism...
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1:03:25
Transform Your Pain With Mindfulness - Insights From Clinical Psychologist and Mindfulness Researcher Dr. Carol Greco
Pain can be distressing, how do we not make it worse? Sometimes we think pain is just physical. However, pain is not just physical—it shapes how we think, act, and believe. In this Pause to Elevate Episode, disco...
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Mindfulness & The Research On Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and Pain - Eric Loucks, PhD
*******Note: Apologies for my mic quality in this episode due to a technical issue. We'll be back to our usual sound next time. In the meantime, enjoy the great content and wisdom shared by my guest, Dr. Eric Loucks. Thank you for lis...
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1:05:51
Unleashing The Power Of Connections For A Happier Life with Dr. Adam Dorsay
In today’s fast-paced world, many of us feel deeply disconnected—from ourselves and from others. This disconnection often leads to anxiety, depression, and mental health struggles. In this episode of Pause to Elevate, we explore how losing touc...
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55:55
Mindset Over Medals, Why Doing Your Best Can Beat Winning With Shannon Thompson
How can the right perspective transform your experience in sports and life? In this episode, we explore the power of mental fortitude, mindfulness, and a shift in mindset. Instead of tying satisfaction to winning—something out of our control—we...
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1:15:00
How To Unleash Your Potential In Sports And life With Rashmeen Nirmal
What if you could benefit from some new goals? How about exercise related goals? Certain mindsets help people start exercising and excel in it. Mindsets of high performances are different from those who get stuck and fade away. What can h...
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Your Biggest Challenge Is Your Greatest Gift With Psychologist and Minduflness Teacer - Dr. Linda Kantor
In this episode, discover how mindfulness is more than just a meditation practice. Learn how incorporating mindfulness into your daily life can foster self-awareness, kindness, and a deeper connection with those around you. Mindfulness isn’t ju...
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1:05:36
Breaking the Silence: How the Mindful Dentist Overcame Panic Attacks with Dr. Sally Safa
Sometimes with the intent to excel at work, life, relationships, we may end up becoming perfectionists! While perfectionism can lead to some success towards your goals, it has a negative effect on mental health and even a deadly hidden side!&nb...
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1:02:53
What Can Obstacles Make You Do? The Inspirational Journey Of Fluid Running Founder Jennifer Conryod
What if failure is an unavoidable part of success? Facing challenges and setbacks can be heartbreaking. With the right mindset, however, these challenges can the fuel for positive action. Watch this episode showcasing the inspiring ...
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1:03:53
Creating More Mindful Hospitals, Communities And Raising Healthier Younger Generation With Dr. Dzung Vo
Modern medicine has saved lives and extended our lifespan over the centuries. However, what can be done medicine does not respond to human suffering? How can we deal with pain and illness when it can’t be fixed? Watch this inspiring...
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1:02:44
The Science And Practice Of Energy Healing In Medicine, Nature And Everyday Life With Dr. Ann Marie Chiasson, MD
You perhaps have had moments where you felt someone’s “good” or “bad” energy, but is there science behind that? If so, how can we make use of energy for healing? Listen to this mind opening conversation with Dr. Anne M...
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The Surprising Way To Actually Build A Hopeful Perspective On Life, Career & Relationships - With Dr. Norman Amundson
Life challenges can be discouraging and can put a dent in our sense of hope about life, career, and relationships. How can we get hope back? Listen to this insightful conversation with Dr. Norm Amundson that uncovers the surprising ...
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Counter Stress With 12 Indigenous Practices With Dr. Michael Yellow Bird
Explore the deep connection between mindfulness and Indigenous practices in this enlightening podcast episode featuring Michael Yellow Bird. Discover how mindfulness has been a core element of Indigenous traditions, passed down through generati...
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1:40:32
Unlocking A Better Life: The Power of Pause With Mindfulness And The Transformation That is Possible
Getting caught in stress and overwhelm? What if it is possible to transform life to better way of meeting challenges? Joanna Gyurkovics shares touching stories of transformation with the power of pausing and skills learned using mindfulne...
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Stop Cluttering Your Mind In A World That Is On Fire And Finding Joy With Jeanne Corrigal
There seems to be so much turmoil happening in the world from wars, to climate change, human right violations, and poverty amongst many other challenges. If you then add these to our daily stressors and worries, we end up with a very dist...
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1:26:15
The Science of Cold Showers & Ice Baths: What Really Works? With Jesse Coomer
Cold exposure therapy has remarkable mental and physical benefits. However, it can also be dangerous when done wrong, and there are many common myths about it. Watch as cold exposure expert, Jesse Coomer, debunks the myths and explore wha...
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