Episode Summary

In Part 1 of this two-part series, Amanda invites listeners to pause, breathe, and reset their energy amid the intensity of current events. This episode is a gentle recalibration — a reminder that self-care is not avoidance, but anchoring. Through visualization and grounding practices, Amanda encourages listeners to come back to themselves, create internal spaciousness, and reconnect with self-love as a stabilizing force in turbulent times. This episode is about remembering your humanity while the world feels loud, heavy, and overwhelming.

🧿Key Takeaways

• You matter — especially when collective tension is high.

• You are allowed to prioritize yourself while the world feels unstable.

• Taking care of yourself strengthens your capacity to care about others.

• Empowerment begins with how you choose to live your daily life.

• Creating space for yourself may feel uncomfortable — and it still matters.

• You are divinely loved and supported.

🎙️Sound Bites

• "Enough is a choice and a decision."

• "You are doing enough. You are enough."

• "No one can love you like you love you."

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🌱 Gentle Shifts to Try

• Take 3 intentional breaths before consuming news or social media.

• Visualize yourself surrounded by safety, softness, and support.

• Ask yourself: What do I need right now to feel steadier?

• Choose one act of care today that is just for you — no productivity required.

💗Staying Safe While Protesting & Engaging in Activism

If you're participating in protests or demonstrations, your safety — emotional and physical — matters.

• Share your plans with a trusted person before attending.

• Bring water, snacks, and any necessary medications.

• Wear comfortable clothing and protective gear if needed.

• Know your rights — the ACLU provides free "Know Your Rights" resources.

• Save local National Lawyers Guild (NLG) Legal Observer hotline numbers if available in your area.

• If you feel emotionally overwhelmed before or after protesting, support is available:

  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.) — call or text 988

  • Reach out to a trusted friend, therapist, or community member

Taking care of yourself is part of sustaining change.

Chapters

00:00 — Introduction 00:01 — Setting Intentions 02:49 — Resetting Your Energy Through Visualization 05:34 — Tuning Into the Present Moment 11:12 — Self-Care, Empowerment, and Enoughness