
Thrive the Podcast
Are you surviving or thriving? Join me, Rebecca Kase, licensed psychotherapist, author, trauma expert, yoga instructor, and learn how to thrive in your life. I bring you expert knowledge along with my own lived experience of what it means to go from surviving to thriving. We’ll explore what it means to thrive in the face of challenges, how to apply psychology and neuroscience to building a resilient nervous system, and how to use the Thrive 5 to create your best life.
Episodes
25 episodes
The Polyvagal Solution
In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on The Polyvagal Solution — my brand new book that’s been years in the making.You’ll hear the real story behind why I wrote it, what makes this book different from other trauma and self-help...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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35:28

Welcome back to Thrive
Welcome back to Thrive.It’s been a minute — and I’ve missed you.In this episode, I’m sharing where I’ve been, what’s changed, and what’s coming next. You’ll hear about why I took a break, what rest revealed, and why I’m retur...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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32:06

Codependency: What it is, why it happens, and how to break free
Here is what was covered in this episode: I got this request from a podcast listener! Let’s learn what codependency is, how it relates to attachment, and why we’re prone to it as relational creatures. <...
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36:42

How To Be A Better Human
Here is what was covered in this episode: I’m back! I took a break after completing my manuscript for The Polyvagal Solution, which will teach people how to manage stress using polyvagal theory. ...
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24:37

Coming home to yourself: Challenging the Binary with Kristen Gmerek
Here is what was covered in this episode: Introduction of Kristen Gmerek, who worked with my company before starting a new path in social work. We discussed how our connection evolved and how I encouraged Kriste...
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50:28

5 Things I’ve Learned as a Trauma Therapist
Here is what was covered in this episode: My top five lessons learned from my 20 years as a trauma therapist. I share my background, including my education and experiences in trauma therapy, starting from grad sc...
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29:48

Getting Out Of Your Comfort Zone
Here is what was covered in this episode: I share personal and professional experiences with overcoming survival mode Learn why growth and comfort cannot coexist Learn the concept “window Of tole...
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27:34

Betrayal Trauma
Here is what was covered in this episode: I discuss betrayal trauma, emphasizing that it can occur in various forms beyond infidelity, such as in friendships, relationships, and family dynamics. I share some of m...
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31:20

Spiritual Wisdom
Here is what was covered in this episode: Important concepts from yoga philosophy and Buddhist studies. The Thrive Five framework includes spiritual practices. Spiritual belief s...
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22:00

Lessons Learned
Here is what was covered in this episode: I share 3 valuable lessons from my personal and professional journey. Lesson 1: Take responsibility for your own happiness; no one else can save you.
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19:13

Polyvagal Theory
Links to free resources: Understanding the Nervous System free download: https://kaseandco.com/resources-and-downlo...
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33:08

Emotional Freedom Technique with Taz Vazquez
Here is what was covered in this episode: Meet my friend Taz Vazquez: an EMDR therapist, retired airforce veteran, and emotional freedom technique practitioner. She teahes us all about EFT and takes us through a...
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31:37

How yoga can help you heal
Links to free resources: Thriveology Quiz https://tr2vhgt9f7y.typeform.com/to/QLSljJaV Why Mindset Matters: https://rebecca-kase-3d4c.mykajabi.com/...
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31:44

Healing through Sound
Links to free resources: Thriveology Quiz https://tr2vhgt9f7y.typeform.com/to/QLSljJaV Why Mindset Matters: https://rebecca-kase-3d4c.mykajabi.com/...
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39:08

How to be with big feels
Links to free resources: Thriveology Quiz https://tr2vhgt9f7y.typeform.com/to/QLSljJaV Why Mindset Matters: https://rebecca-kase-3d4c.mykajabi.com/...
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33:46

The Human Animal Connection
Links to free resources: Thriveology Quiz https://tr2vhgt9f7y.typeform.com/to/QLSljJaV Why Mindset Matters: https://rebecca-kase-3d4c.mykajabi.com/...
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31:33

Meet your vagus nerve
Have you heard the buzz about the vagus nerve? Maybe you have, maybe you haven’t but just know this…your vagus nerve has a WHOLE lot to do with your health and wellness. This often overlooked nerve is responsible for regulating our physi...
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25:17

My go-to physical health habits
Learn my go to physical health habits that I practice almost every day. These are tips and tricks I’ve learned over the years that help me thrive within the physical domain of the Thrive 5. Learn what I prioritize, the daily habits that are par...
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31:03

What is EMDR?
Learn from an internationally acclaimed author and EMDR expert, just what the heck EMDR therapy is! EMDR is an evidence-based therapy for trauma and PTSD. Learn what this therpy is, how it works, and what it can help treat. Join Rebecca as she ...
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30:04

The Thrive 5
Learn my framework for creating a lifestyle that allows me to thrive! In this episode, learn about Rebecca’s Thrive 5 and how to use them every day. Thriving is an active process, not a passive one, and requires you to create a lifestyle of hab...
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32:17

What is trauma?
In this episode, we dive into understanding what the heck trauma really is and how it affects us. Join trauma expert Rebecca Kase, as she explains why our definition of trauma historically has been all wrong, why emotional trauma is still traum...
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31:05

Befriending your nervous system
In this episode, Rebecca shares why it’s all about the nervous system. What’s your nervous system got to do with thriving? Everything! Learn why befriending your nervous system is so important, how to work with it, and why you should always kee...
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35:38
