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May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth — this episode delves in signs & symptoms of mental illness as well as 7 signs of what mental wellness might look like.

We’ve all experienced ‘energy suckers’ — & developing healthy boundaries with ourselves as well as others is vital in combating its negative effects. This is somewhat of a pt. 2 of the original discussion on ‘boundaries.’ But in this episode I delve into different forms of energy suckers & practical ways of improving boundaries.

We’re living in a time of hustle, pivoting, & new beginnings; unfortunately, that comes along with comparisons and sometimes feeling like you’re just not doing enough. In this episode I present reasons why ‘showing yourself grace’ can be much more beneficial to your growth than ‘beating yourself up’ for your short-comings might.

As we are currently living through a global pandemic & historical revolution, prioritizing mental health is that more necessary. In this episode, I cover why it's so important & different ways to do so. 

No two relationships require the same things. Fostering + maintaining healthy relationships requires intention. This episode delves into 10 ways of doing so.

It could be hard to think about own own needs during a global pandemic. Self-preservation is necessary to be able to maintain our well-being, so that we're able to help others. Increasing boundaries, setting limits, and being able to say "no" are helpful practices to implement for self-preservation. This episode discusses ways of doing so.

With the recent Covid-19 pandemic, & the devastation sweeping our world, fear is fueled. On this episode I address ways in which we all can focus on what’s within our control in effort to combat fear.

Leaning into discomfort can be scary. But despite your comfort zone, being just that “comfortable,” nothing grows there. I delve into the facets of discomfort & how embracing it can yield growth in this new year - 2020.

Just because we think something, does not necessarily mean that it’s true. It’s important to assess our thinking & recognize the negative thinking traps that are unhelpful to us. On this episode I provide recommendations of different interventions to manage faulty thinking.

No one likes an excuse maker. Excuses ultimately cripple our potential & just delays our ability to obtain the thing(s) we want for ourselves. Whether it’s a laziness issue or fear of failure, the only thing stopping you is you. This episode presents ways in which we can challenge excuse making.