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Mentally STRONG with Dr. BAuthor: Cristi Bundukamara
About Dr. BDr. Cristi Bundukamara, Ed.D., PMHNP has been a psychiatric nurse practitioner since 2000, gaining extensive experience over the last several decades. Her medical career began as an Army Medic before attending nursing school and receiving a masters degree as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Florida International University (FIU). She went on to receive a doctorate in Education at Nova Southeastern University. From there, she launched the first Mentally STRONG Clinic in Colorado Springs, CO which is committed to access and serves over 7,000 patients. Today, when shes not at the clinic attending to her patients, Dr. B dedicates a large portion of her time to speaking about mental strength, sharing her proprietary Mentally STRONG Method, and providing tips for developing mental strength. Language: en-us Genres: Education, Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Beyond Grit: How to Build Capacity, Organize Thoughts & Choose Clarity with Dr. B
Friday, 18 September, 2026
For years, many of us believe that showing up means using every ounce of grit we have to keep pushing forward. But grit alone just keeps you holding your breath, waiting for the next storm to pass. Real strength isn't about enduring constant overwhelm; it's learning a repeatable system to organize your thoughts, protect your energy, and actively make space for joy and clarity.In this episode, Dr. B breaks down why grit isn't the whole picture when navigating grief and trauma, and how moving beyond survival mode requires a structured system. Learn how to transition from endless rumination to real clarity using the Think, Organize, Choose framework.In This Episode:The Limits of Grit: Why relying solely on endurance leads to chronic overwhelmBuilding Real Capacity: Moving past survival mode to create room for clarity and joySystematic Problem Solving: Facing overwhelming moments with a structured mental frameworkThe 3-Step Method: Implementing Think, Organize, Choose to sort internal noise and make confident choicesEpisode Timestamps:0:00 — Why Grit Isn't the Whole Picture2:14 — Grief, Trauma, and Becoming a Strength Expert4:16 — Building Capacity Beyond Just Survival5:44 — Facing Overwhelming Moments with a System8:32 — Introducing THINK, ORGANIZE, CHOOSE10:44 — Moving from Ruminating to Real Clarity12:34 — Sorting Emotional Energy and Internal Noise15:32 — Choosing with Confidence in Real LifeResources & Links Mentioned:Free Live Training: Register for the Free Mentally STRONG TrainingBook a Call: Work Directly with Dr. BJoin the Mission: Sign up for our mailing listOfficial Website: Mentally STRONGAbout Your Host: Dr. Cristi Bundukamara (Ed.D, PMHNP-BC) is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Doctorate in Healthcare Education. Having navigated profound personal trials, Dr. B created the Mentally STRONG Method to help individuals process trauma, manage stress, and build lasting resilience.Connect with Dr. B & Mentally STRONG:Facebook: Dr. Cristi BundukamaraInstagram: @cristibundukamaraYouTube: Dr. B Mentally STRONG
