Today we are talking about the power of saying no and why it’s a good idea to do so. 

In this episode we cover...

• How my fertility journey taught me the gift in saying no
• How to know if you're saying yes when you should be saying no
• My 3 tips on how to stop being a "yesser"
• The rewards of saying "no"

In this episode we are talking about...

• Fixer Mentality
• How to know if you are in fixer mentality (signs and symptoms)
• Why being a fixer actually hinders your friends
• How to fix being a "fixer"
• My theory on the rise in emotional regulation issues in children
• What people need instead of fixing

Resources to dive deeper:
https://exploringyourmind.com/the-fixer-mentality-people-who-try-to-fix-others/

https://evergreencounseling.com/want-to-fix-others/

https://www.storypick.com/let-it-be/

Today we are talking about the power of friendships! 

In this episode we talk about...

• What friendship is
• The different tiers of friendship
• Can you bounce between tiers?
• My shitty experiences turned beautiful experiences
• Knowing yourself is the first step to friendships
• Social anxiety
• What do you value in friendships
• Mindset shift
• Jaime's pep talk for you : )

If you are interested in exploring more about friendships here are some great resources:

https://online.arbor.edu/news/three-types-friendships#:~:text=Psychologists%20and%20social%20workers%20have,%3A%20confidants%2C%20constituents%20and%20comrades.

Best friends are key...

https://psych2go.net/the-5-levels-of-friendship/

In today's episode we are talking about personal boundaries! Here are some of the things we cover...

-What the fudge is a boundary!?
-3 categories of boundaries
-3 types and the traits of those boundaries
-How to know if there's an area where we need to set a boundary
-How to set a boundary

This episode just scratches the surface of boundaries! There's SO much more to cover, I will likely need to do a part deux!

Here are some resources from this episode and/or just more info if you're interested:

https://psychcentral.com/relationships/what-are-personal-boundaries-how-do-i-get-some#takeaway

https://uhs.berkeley.edu/sites/default/files/relationships_personal_boundaries.pdf

https://www.therapistaid.com/worksheets/boundaries-psychoeducation-printout

https://www.reallifecounselling.com/2022/06/what-to-do-when-someone-crosses-your-boundaries-again/

https://psychcentral.com/relationships/signs-boundary-violations#how-to-deal-with-boundary-violations

In this episode we are going to be talking about burnout, what it is, what to do if you’re experiencing it, and what we can do to prevent it.

In this epsiode we talk about...
-What burnout actually is
-Symptoms of burnout
-Depression vs. burnout
-Tips and tricks on how to recognize burnout and prevent it

Research sources and more if you're interested...
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/stress/burnout-prevention-and-recovery.htm
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/signs-of-burnout/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK279286/

Today's shorty is a motivational episode. If you are someone who needs a little fire lit under their south end, this may be for you. If you're someone who already has a fire lit in their bathing suit regions, here's more fuel for your fire. 

Now decide today that it's a great day to be a YES for YOU.

In this episode I bring on special guest Ben Panunzio! Ben is a super great human with a positive outlook on life. He is a Crossfit coach and I also work with him 1-1 on my health and fitness journey. 

In this episode we talk about:
-Transition from college athlete to adult
-Experiences with anxiety
-Ben's ups, downs and turning points in 2020
-Manifestation and visualization
-Cold water therapy, breath work, and exercise
-Importance of movement and mindset
-3 tips on how to level up your life from rock bottom to top of the rock

You can follow and connect with Ben over on Instagram @Benp_fit 

In this episode I bring special guest, Martina Wall, to the table! Martina is a powerhouse of pure magic! Her creative spirit and willingness to be a YES for herself has led her to many creative avenues including owning a business, becoming a self-love coach, body advocate, and writing 5 books!

In this duo episode, we discuss:
-Body image
-Self love at any size
-Martina shares her story with toxic eating patterns that led her to where she is today
-Advice for her younger self

A little bit more about Martina and where to connect with her:
"Hey I'm Martina...Yoga & meditation teacher, crystal healer, sound healer, accupressure practitioner, self-love coach, author, course creator, & creative being. I strive to love my imperfectly perfect self & empower others to do the same. When you love yourself your view of life changes...you experience yourself being more confident, grateful, higher self-esteem & living a life of purpose!"

www.martinahealthandwellnes.com

@martinahealthandwellness

https://www.tiktok.com/@martinahealthandwellness

In this episode I am talking about

-My experience with anixety and OCD
-How much my "shit" kicked up at the very ebginning of our ferility journey
-Keeping things secret will catch up to you
-Tips I learned on how to manage my underlying "shit" so it won't take me out of life again

If you enjoyed this podcast episode please share it with a friend! Thanks for tuning in, until next time!


*This podcast is not intended to diagnose, treat, or give medical advice. It is for entertainment purposes and connection*

This episode is a short (and hilarious), true story about an experience I had during IVF. 

If you feel like...
A). feeling extra awkward with a side of awkward, or  B). laughing,  or  C). possibly both, then tune in here!

Come hang out with me over on Instagram @thepineappletable and @lotusmindset