Mindful Moments
Nurturing minds, the nurse way.
A mental health and wellness podcast hosted by a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, educator, and advocate for mindful living — offering reflection, healing, and meaningful conversation for healthcare professionals, students, and anyone seeking peace and clarity.
Hosted by Peter Morante, PMHNP-BC
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From Nurse Practitioner to Executive Leader: Shaping the Future of Advanced Practice
What does it take to go from caring for patients at the bedside to leading healthcare transformation at the executive level? In this inspiring episode of Mindful Moments, Dr. Pedro Morante sits down with Michelle Duane, a respected nurse practitioner, healthcare executive, mentor, and leader whose career has spanned clinical practice, leadership development, and organizational transformation. Michelle shares her personal journey into nursing, the experiences that shaped her career, and the lessons she learned while transitioning from clinician to executive leader. Together, they explore what it means to lead with purpose, develop future healthcare leaders, and navigate the evolving landscape of advanced practice nursing. The conversation also dives into a topic that resonates with every healthcare professional: protecting your own mental health while caring for others. Michelle reflects on resilience, work-life balance, mentorship, and the leadership principles that have guided her throughout her career. Whether you're a nursing student, nurse practitioner, healthcare leader, or someone seeking inspiration for your own professional journey, this episode offers valuable insights on leadership, growth, and leaving a meaningful legacy. In This Episode: ✔ Michelle's journey into nursing and advanced practice ✔ The transition from clinician to executive leader ✔ Leadership lessons learned throughout her career ✔ Mental health, resilience, and avoiding burnout ✔ Developing the next generation of nurse practitioner leaders ✔ The future of advanced practice nursing ✔ Building a legacy through service, mentorship, and impact 🎙️ Listen now and discover why leadership isn't defined by a title—it's defined by the lives you influence and the impact you make. #MindfulMomentsPodcast #MichelleDuane #PedroMorante #NursePractitioner #NPLeadership #AdvancedPracticeNursing #HealthcareLeadership #WomenInLeadership #MentalHealth #Resilience #LeadershipDevelopment #Mentorship #NursingLeadership #HealthcareProfessionals #ProfessionalGrowth #AdvancedPracticeProviders #DNP #FutureOfHealthcare #HealthcareInnovation #LeadershipJourney
Aug 8, 2026
Building a Psychiatric Career You Don't Need to Escape From
Building a Psychiatric Career You Don't Need to Escape From Planting Seeds for Better Mental Health 🌱 What does it take to build a career in psychiatry that is both meaningful and sustainable? In this episode of Mindful Moments, we kick off Year 2 with Paige Oliver, a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner and the founder of Blooming Minds Psychiatry. Paige shares her journey into mental health, the inspiration behind her practice, and why she believes the best psychiatric care begins with treating the whole person—not just the diagnosis. Together, we explore the evolving landscape of psychiatry, the importance of Mental Health Awareness, clinician burnout, and how providers can build careers they truly enjoy. Paige also shares her thoughts on emerging treatments, the future of psychiatric care, and practical advice for clinicians striving to create a fulfilling, purpose-driven career. Whether you're a mental health professional, healthcare provider, student, or someone passionate about emotional well-being, this conversation is filled with hope, insight, and inspiration. In this episode, we discuss: 🌱 Paige's journey into psychiatry and founding Blooming Minds Psychiatry 🌱 Building a psychiatric career you don't need to escape from 🌱 The power of whole-person, integrative mental health care 🌱 Mental Health Awareness and reducing stigma 🌱 Burnout, balance, and protecting your own well-being 🌱 Trends shaping psychiatry today and the future of mental health care Thank you for joining us as we begin another year of meaningful conversations that inspire, educate, and remind us that mental health is health. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow Mindful Moments, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from this conversation. #MindfulMomentsPodcast #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #Psychiatry #PMHNP #BehavioralHealth #IntegrativeCare #HealthcareLeadership #ClinicianWellbeing #PsychiatricNP #HealthcareProfessionals #MentalWellness #WholePersonCare #Podcast
Aug 1, 2026
We're Training Excellent Nurse Practitioners—But at What Cost?
Behind every healthcare professional is a human being. As healthcare systems face increasing demands, we're training exceptional nurse practitioners to meet the needs of tomorrow—but are we doing enough to protect the wellbeing of the people we're preparing to serve? In this powerful episode of Mindful Moments, host Dr. Pedro Morante sits down with Dr. Zyrene Marsh, Assistant Professor and Assistant Program Director of the DNP-FNP Program at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis, to explore the hidden emotional cost of healthcare education, burnout, and the pursuit of excellence. Dr. Marsh shares her inspiring journey from the Philippines to becoming a nurse practitioner, educator, researcher, and leader in nursing education in the United States. She opens up about the self-doubt, uncertainty, and cultural transitions she faced as an internationally educated nurse—and how those experiences shaped her passion for preparing future clinicians who are not only clinically excellent, but emotionally resilient and culturally responsive. Together, they explore: Why burnout begins long before clinicians enter practice The emotional challenges faced by NP and DNP students Imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and the pressure to always appear strong Supporting the wellbeing of both students and nursing faculty The transition from student to healthcare provider Building culturally responsive care through a global perspective The future of advanced practice nursing in the Philippines Why caring for ourselves is essential to caring for others Dr. Marsh also discusses her groundbreaking work as co-author of one of the first empirical studies examining healthcare professionals' perceptions of the Advanced Practice Nursing role in rural Philippine healthcare settings—research that continues to advance the conversation around expanding access to equitable, high-quality care. This episode is an honest and hopeful conversation for nurses, nurse practitioners, nursing students, educators, healthcare leaders, and anyone who has ever questioned whether they were enough while trying to care for everyone else. Because excellence should never come at the expense of wellbeing. 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation. Connect with Mindful Moments Follow Mindful Moments with Pedro Morante for conversations that inspire resilience, promote mental wellness, and empower healthcare professionals to care for themselves as intentionally as they care for others. If this episode resonates with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone in healthcare who needs this reminder: You deserve the same care you give to everyone else. #MindfulMoments #PedroMorante #ZyreneMarsh #HealthcareBurnout #NursePractitioner #NursingLeadership #MentalHealth #HealthcareWellness #AdvancedPracticeNursing #DNP #FNP #NursingEducation #InternationalNurse #HealthcareLeadership #PhilippineHealthcare #Resilience #SelfCare #GlobalHealth #Podcast
Jul 18, 2026
Leading with Purpose: Preparing Globally Competitive and Mentally Resilient Filipino Nurses
In this powerful episode of Mindful Moments with Pedro Morante, host and nurse leader Pedro Morante welcomes Dr. Jordan H. Llego, RN, MSN, PhD, LPT, Dean and Full Professor of the College of Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Luzon in Dagupan City, Philippines. Together, they explore what it means to prepare globally competitive and mentally resilient Filipino nurses in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. Dr. Llego shares his journey as a nurse, educator, researcher, editor, mentor, and academic leader, offering meaningful insights on nursing education, leadership, emotional intelligence, student well-being, academic resilience, and the qualities that shape exceptional nurses. This conversation also reflects on the challenges and opportunities facing Filipino nursing students and young nurses, including the desire to work abroad, the call to serve locally, and the importance of defining success with purpose and integrity. Whether you are a nursing student, nurse educator, new graduate, healthcare leader, or Filipino nurse serving anywhere in the world, this episode is a reminder that nursing is more than a profession — it is a journey of becoming. Becoming more resilient. More compassionate. More grounded. More purpose-driven. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on leadership, service, mental well-being, and the future of Filipino nursing. #MindfulMoments #PedroMorante #JordanLlego #UniversityOfLuzon #FilipinoNurses #NursingEducation #NurseLeadership #NursingStudents #NurseEducator #FilipinoNurse #NursingPodcast #HealthcareLeadership #EmotionalIntelligence #MentalResilience #StudentWellBeing #NursingLeadership #FutureNurses #GloballyCompetitiveNurses #PurposeDrivenLeadership #DagupanCity #PhilippineNursing
Jul 11, 2026
🎙️ Mindful Moments | The Missing Vital Sign: Connection, Mental Health & the Loneliness Crisis in Healthcare
What if one of the most important vital signs isn't measured in the clinic? In this powerful episode of Mindful Moments, host Pedro Morante, DNP, PMHNP-BC sits down with Dr. Chrystene Nguyen, Family & Lifestyle Medicine Physician, entrepreneur, and founder of White Coat Romance and White Coat Mingle, to explore one of healthcare's most overlooked public health challenges: loneliness. Healthcare professionals dedicate their lives to caring for others, yet many silently struggle with isolation, emotional exhaustion, burnout, and a lack of meaningful connection. Why is loneliness so common among clinicians? How does it affect mental health, resilience, and patient care? And what can we do to build healthier, more connected healthcare communities? Together, Pedro and Dr. Nguyen discuss the powerful role of human connection in preventing burnout, improving well-being, and creating a culture where healthcare professionals feel seen, supported, and valued. In this episode, you'll discover: • Why connection may be the "missing vital sign" in healthcare • The hidden relationship between loneliness, burnout, and mental health • How meaningful relationships improve resilience and well-being • Why social media isn't always the same as genuine connection • What healthcare professionals are truly searching for beyond networking • Practical ways clinicians and healthcare leaders can foster belonging and support Whether you're a PMHNP, physician, nurse practitioner, nurse, therapist, psychologist, medical student, resident, healthcare leader, or anyone passionate about mental wellness, this conversation offers valuable insights into protecting your mental health while caring for others. Because healing starts with connection—and no one should have to carry the weight of healthcare alone. 🎧 Listen now and discover why connection may be the most overlooked prescription for better mental health. If this episode resonates with you, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a colleague or friend. Your support helps bring meaningful conversations about mental health, resilience, and clinician well-being to more healthcare professionals around the world. #MindfulMoments #MentalHealth #Loneliness #Healthcare #HealthcareProfessionals #PhysicianWellness #NursePractitioner #PMHNP #PsychiatricMentalHealth #LifestyleMedicine #BurnoutPrevention #ClinicianWellness #ConnectionMatters #HealthcareLeadership #EmotionalWellbeing #MentalWellness #Belonging #PhysicianBurnout #Nursing #MedicalCommunity #HealthcarePodcast #Podcast #BehavioralHealth #SelfCare #Resilience
Jul 4, 2026
🌈 Nurses Out Loud: Pride, Purpose & LGBTQ+ Advocacy | Mindful Moments
As we close out Pride Month, we celebrate the voices that are shaping a more compassionate, inclusive future for nursing and healthcare. In this special episode of Mindful Moments: Nurses Out Loud, host Pedro Morante is joined by an inspiring panel of LGBTQ+ nurse leaders and advocates—Benjamin Lindsay, Luis Caso Vega, Sarah Wells, and Travis Brown—for an honest conversation about identity, belonging, allyship, advocacy, and leadership. Together, they explore what it means to live and lead with pride, why representation matters in healthcare, how nurses can create safe spaces for patients and colleagues, and what gives them hope for the future of the profession. This episode is a reminder that Pride is more than a month—it's a commitment to creating healthcare environments where every nurse can thrive, every patient feels respected, and every voice is heard. Whether you're a nurse, nursing student, healthcare professional, or ally, this conversation will leave you inspired to lead with empathy, courage, and authenticity. Thank you to our incredible guests for sharing your experiences and helping us amplify voices that continue to move nursing forward. 🎧 If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow, rate, and share the podcast with your colleagues and friends. Together, we can build a more inclusive future—one conversation at a time. #MindfulMoments #NursesOutLoud #PrideMonth #LGBTQHealth #LGBTQNurses #Nursing #NurseLeadership #HealthEquity #InclusiveCare #MentalHealth #HealthcareLeadership #Advocacy #NursePodcast #PMHNP #NursingCommunity
Jun 27, 2026
Behind the Spotlight: A Conversation on Men’s Mental Health and Fatherhood with MJ Racadio
What does strength really look like for men today? In this special Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month and Father’s Day episode of Mindful Moments, Pedro Morante sits down with multimedia personality, podcaster, author, and new dad MJ Racadio for an honest conversation about mental health, vulnerability, identity, and fatherhood. Known for #BlogtalkwithMJRacadio, #BlogtalkHollywood, and as the founder of the 75 Most Influential Filipino Americans, MJ has spent years highlighting the stories of others. In this episode, he shares his own journey—from building a career in media and navigating public expectations to embracing the life-changing role of being a new father. Together, Pedro and MJ discuss: ✨ The pressures men face when it comes to emotional expression ✨ Mental health challenges behind the scenes of success ✨ Filipino cultural expectations around masculinity and vulnerability ✨ How fatherhood transforms identity, priorities, and purpose ✨ Practical ways to stay grounded amid life's demands ✨ The legacy we hope to leave for the next generation Whether you're a father, a son, a partner, or someone navigating life's responsibilities, this episode is a reminder that strength isn't found in silence—it’s found in authenticity, connection, and the courage to ask for support. 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation about men's mental health, fatherhood, and living with intention. #MindfulMoments #PedroMorante #MJRacadio #MensMentalHealth #MensMentalHealthAwarenessMonth #Fatherhood #FathersDay #MentalHealthMatters #FilipinoAmerican #FilipinoCommunity #MentalWellness #EmotionalWellbeing #PodcastLife #PodcastEpisode #MentalHealthPodcast #NewDad #FatherhoodJourney #BreakingTheStigma #SelfCare #HealingJourney
Jun 20, 2026Who Am I Beyond the Scrubs? A Journey from Bedside Nursing to Healthcare Innovation
Who are you when the scrubs come off? Joseph de Veyra — a first-generation immigrant nurse from the Philippines — traces his path from bedside nursing to healthcare leadership: finding purpose beyond a job title, leading through the COVID-19 pandemic, men’s mental health, burnout and resilience, and where technology and AI fit into nursing’s future.
Jun 13, 2026Who Gets to Care? The Fight for Mental Health Access in Georgia
What happens when qualified mental health providers are ready to help but the system won’t let them? Dr. Joanne Patterson and Dr. Nancy Hurlock unpack legislative barriers, full practice authority, and APRN advocacy in Georgia.
Jun 6, 2026Making Nursing Bold Again: Confronting Bullying, Burnout, and the Future of Nursing
Emergency nurse Amber Soiland on workplace bullying, burnout, and the safety platform she built to document unsafe staffing — a conversation about speaking up and bringing humanity back into the profession.
May 30, 2026Healing the Healers: Mental Health, Nursing & Resilience in Today’s World
Why caring for caregivers has never been more important. Kimberly Heath, DNP, PMHNP-BC — a Navy veteran and behavioral health leader — on burnout, resilience, and supporting the mental health of those who care for others.
May 23, 2026From Survival Mode to Authentic Living: Grief, Purpose, and Mental Health in Modern Healthcare
Authenticity is not perfection — it’s presence. Dr. Dwayne Alleyne on moral injury, grief, and choosing to live intentionally after personal loss.
May 13, 2026Made for the people who care for everyone else
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