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Stress Therapy with Cheri Flake: Meditation & Stress Relief for Real Life

Stress Therapy with Cheri Flake: Meditation & Stress Relief for Real Life

By: Meditation Teacher & Mental Health Counselor Cheri Augustine Flake LCSW: Meditation Stress Relief Healthy Habits Spirituality Mental Health Self-Care Self-Help Happiness Mindfulness
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 Are you stressed out, overwhelmed, or just plain over it? Stress Therapy with Cheri Flake teaches you proven stress management techniques and meditation for beginners that fit into real life.

Licensed mental health counselor Cheri Flake brings 25+ years of clinical experience to help you master stress relief through accessible meditation, mindfulness practices, and anxiety management strategies. Whether you're dealing with work stress, sleep trouble, emotional eating, or attention problems, you'll learn practical stress therapy methods that work for busy people living in the real world.

Cheri is absolutely unlike any therapist, meditation teacher or hypnotherapist you have ever encountered. Known as "Dolly Parton meets the Dalai Lama," Cheri makes meditation simple and stress management doable - even if you think you can't meditate or have tried everything before. Each episode delivers actionable stress relief techniques from thousands of therapy sessions, workshops, and meditation retreats.

Perfect for anyone seeking anxiety relief, better stress management, or beginner-friendly meditation that actually sticks. This isn't just head-nodding platitudes - it's real guidance with real results for real people ready to start living NOW.

Topics include meditation for stress, anxiety management, mindfulness for busy schedules, stress-related health issues, sleep improvement, emotional eating solutions, and building lasting healthy habits.

Your stress therapy session begins right NOW. 🧡

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Episodes
  • When Everyone's Driving You Nuts (Classic Replay)

    When Everyone's Driving You Nuts (Classic Replay)
    Oct 23 2025
    ✨ Episode Summary: Ever have one of those days where it feels like everyone is out to test your patience? In this classic replay, Cheri Flake dives deep into what’s really going on when the world feels extra annoying—and (spoiler!) the answer might not be them. With wisdom from retreats, a powerful teaching by Pema Chödrön, and reminders from A Course in Miracles, Cheri unpacks the empowering truth of owning your inner landscape. This episode includes a deeply grounding "Train Station OM" meditation to help you return to your center and choose peace over reactivity. 🔑 3 Key Learning Points:
    • It’s not them, it’s you: When everyone is getting on your nerves, it's time to look inward, not outward.
    • Replace the loop: Stop affirming negative states (like saying "I’m tired")—your brain listens and responds accordingly.
    • You get to choose: Every moment is an invitation to respond consciously rather than react unconsciously.
    📣 Mentions & Shout-Outs:
    • 🎭 TV Show: Shrinking — sparked the convo about honesty in therapy
    • 🧘‍♀️ Pema Chödrön — her short retreat video inspired the episode’s key metaphor
    • 📚 A Course in Miracles — quoted for its teaching on inner change sparking outer peace
    • 🧳 Retreat Center: Ignatius House, Atlanta — Cheri’s pre-recording getaway
    • 🏔️ Upcoming Retreats:
      • Blue Ridge, GA (June & Oct) – Mountain meditation & yoga escape
      • Jekyll Island (Aug) – Beach retreat with sunrise yoga & bonfire bliss
        👉 Reserve Your Spot
    • 👩‍🏫 Yoga with Cindy Dollar – returning favorite teacher from Asheville
    • 🥗 Chef Christina Law – farm-to-table meals + Thai massage
    • 💌 Mailing List Perk: Jump on Cheri’s mailer to stay stress-free and in the loop!
    • 🛠️ Producer Credit: Huge thanks to Owen Flake for producing this classic replay 🙌
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    31 mins
  • Classic Replay: Davidji on Making Meditation Stick

    Classic Replay: Davidji on Making Meditation Stick
    Sep 24 2025
    ✨ Episode Summary: This classic replay episode is one of those golden ones that deserves a second (or third!) listen. In this heartfelt and high-energy convo, Cheri welcomes the legendary Davidji—named one of USA Today's top five meditation teachers to follow—to wrap up her 12-week series with a deep dive on making meditation a lifelong habit. From his iconic "RPM" method to the science behind morning rituals and his game-changing 16 Seconds to Bliss technique, Davidji offers wisdom that's wildly practical and deeply soulful. Plus, there’s a beautiful guided meditation and a few tender moments about Peaches (yes, the Buddha-princess pup). A must-revisit for anyone ready to recommit to stillness—one breath at a time. 🎧 Originally aired thanks to our dear friend Owen—this is a lovingly handpicked replay. Enjoy the magic all over again. 🧘 Key Learning Points:
    • Ritual beats willpower. Davidji’s "RPM" formula—Rise, Pee, Meditate—makes your practice as natural as brushing your teeth.
    • Subtle wins are still wins. Meditation changes your brain and your life, but the signs might whisper, not shout—so stay tuned in.
    • 16 Seconds to Bliss works—even if you know the trick. A simple breath technique can stop stress in its tracks and bring you back to the now, anywhere, anytime.
    📚 Mentions & Shout-Outs:
    • 🧔‍♂️ Davidji – Meditation master, author, and founder of the Masters of Wisdom & Meditation Teacher Training
    • 🐶 Peaches – Davidji’s mindful Morkie and tiny teacher of unconditional love
    • 📖 Books by Davidji:
      • Secrets of Meditation – the OG foundation (and all proceeds go to charity!)
      • Destressifying – Cheri’s favorite, packed with real-world tools like SODA and SQUEEZE
      • Sacred Powers – a deep dive into transformation through powerful inner questions
    • 🧪 Study Mention: Broadcasting Happiness by Michelle Gielan – research showing how your first 30 minutes shape your entire day
    • Special thanks to Owen Flake – For helping bring this classic episode back to the feed through producing and editing. We love you!
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    45 mins
  • Back to the Basics, Baby

    Back to the Basics, Baby
    Sep 3 2025
    ✨ Episode Summary: Welcome to Season 2! In this warm and witty kickoff, your favorite stress therapist brings us back to what matters: stillness, consciousness, and the radical magic of not saying “I’m tired.” Through heartfelt stories (including a rainy river trip that turned into a core memory), this episode reminds us why meditation matters and how we can reclaim our peace—one breath at a time. It all leads to a gentle guided breath meditation to help you get grounded, get quiet, and just be. Whether you're new or returning, this episode is your loving nudge to start again—with humor, honesty, and heart. 🧘‍♀️ 3 Key Learning Points:
    • Tired is a choice—stop saying it! You create your reality with your words. Saying “I’m tired” only fuels the fatigue.
    • Complaining makes things worse. Every. Single. Time. Even in miserable moments, keeping humor and presence can transform the experience.
    • Meditation is not about nothing. It’s training your mind to focus on one thing—your breath, a mantra, or stillness—and taking custody of your consciousness.
    💫 Mentions & Shout-Outs:
    • 🛶 Rainy canoe trip with Andre – a core memory filled with laughter and no complaints.
    • 📿 "You create your reality" – inspired by Parmahansa Yogananda.
    • 🧠 Quote nod to Michael A. Singer – on the mind being separate from the self.
    • 📵 The Brick – a real gadget the host uses to remove distractions from her phone.
    • 💬 Classic quote reimagined: "All of man’s problems stem from his inability to sit quietly in a room alone for 15 minutes."
    • 🧘‍♂️ Guided Meditation Included – a back-to-basics breath-focused meditation with gentle grounding.
    • 📩 Special Love for Owen Flake – for producing the show with care and clarity!
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    29 mins
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