In todays episode, Rachel sharing her 5 P's of success: Perspective, Priorities, Patience, Permission & Peace. These attributes are (for anyone who struggles with feeling like they are not enough) going to save your bacon, and help you lead a more fulfilled life. 

AND this is the final episode of season 2! Rachel will return towards the end of summer, so we can all go out and ENJOY this season to the fullest (make up for a bit of lost time!)

But you can follow along with Rachel this summer over on instagram:

www.instagram.com/realest_rach/

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[email protected]

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www.rachelwoodart.com

In todays episode, Rachel’s talking all about VACA!! Well, more like what it means to take actual rest. It’s not a mystery that our culture strongly discourages down time but Rachel is making the case for why taking rest is actually so necessary for our well being and long term success.

Don’t sleep on the sleep! And don’t sleep on this episode.

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See Rachel’s artwork:

www.rachelwoodart.com

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www.instagram.com/realest_rach/

In today's episode, Rachel talks about the differences between internal and external growth and how both are extremely valuable, but that internal and psychological growth is often not well translated or acknowledged as being important. Rachel discusses her own challenges with her past eating disorder and how continual steps forward is crucial to her growth and evolution as a person.

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Links/resources mentioned:

https://www.amazon.com/Sick-Enough-Medical-Complications-Disorders-ebook-dp-B07HZ6Q5W6/dp/B07HZ6Q5W6/ref=mt_other?_encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=1618419124 - if you use kindle, you can rent the book for a lesser cost

https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/ - tons of amazing resources on this website to get you or your loved one connected with screening tools, treatment, mental health services, support groups, etc. 

24 hour crisis lines

Call 1-800-273 TALK (8255)

Text NAMI to 741-741

Today we are talking about what I WISH I would have known when I was going through a crisis, or a massive change in my life. In this episode, I"m outlining the 6 steps in dealing with massive upheaval in our lives. We all experience it at some point and having a little guide book to tell you how to handle crisis can be CLUTCH.

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Get in touch with Rachel:

www.rachelwoodart.com

www.instagram.com/realest_rach/

www.facebook.com/rachelwoodart/

Or send an email to [email protected]

In today's episode, Rachel talks about the beliefs and thoughts that fueled her unhelpful perfectionistic tendencies and what she's learned instead to lead a happier and more chilled out life. If you're a perfectionist, high strung or always trying to be seen as a high achiever, then this episode is FOR YOU!

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Check out Rachel's art work and available pieces: www.rachelwoodart.com

Find Rachel on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rachelwoodart

In todays episode, Rachel is discussing FEAR and how letting our fears runaway with us without questioning their validity can keep us from growing, building and experiencing the lives we truly want for ourselves.

There’s a lot of fear in the world right now. Some of it valid and based in fact, but a lot of it is not.

So, let’s pull back the curtain and discuss what the REAL fear or worry is, underneath the flashy headline.

Links for things discussed:

On Tyranny by Timothy Snyder

Black Earth: The Holocaust As History & Warning by Timothy Snyder

Sharon McMahon - America's Government Teacher

Fun facts: 

*1.35 million people die per year from car crashes

*In the last 15 years, less than 1000 people have died in plane crashes per year worldwide

In todays episode, Rachel shares about her own experience with impatience and struggling to allow life to unfold without controlling every step. But this need to control the outcome or know the exact timeline causes unnecessary stress and emotional suffering. So, if you're feeling impatient about your goals, sit down and absorb this little pep talk. And come back whenever you need it!

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Get in touch with Rachel:

Email me at [email protected]

Send an inquiry via www.rachelwoodart.com

IG www.instagram.com/realest_rach/

In todays episode, Rachel interviews her husband Stephen Wood, a computer programmer, pro film lab (soon-to-be) owner and roboticist, about why resilience is his most important skill. We discuss the changes that occurred within his industry over the last 20 years, the changes that we are all experiencing now, and how we can embrace them as opportunities for growth. This episode will leave you inspired and hopeful for the future!

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To find Stephen:

Instagram head to www.instagram.com/_stephenwood/

Connect with Photovision:

www.photovisionprints.com

Or email him at [email protected]

To connect with Rachel:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/realest_rach/

or visit www.rachelwoodart.com to send an inquiry or view available artwork

Join Rachel as she interviews Jordan Brittley, a branding photographer, YouTuber and fellow lupus warrior on how life and jobs shift once an autoimmune condition like lupus enters in: how it shapes us, forces us to sometimes pivot and the process of learning to offer grace to yourself.

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Find Jordan here: 

https://jordanbrittley.com/

On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanbrittley/

On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JordanBrittley/featured

Connect with Rachel:

www.rachelwoodart.com

On instagram: www.instagram.com/realest_rach/

Shop Rachel's artwork: https://www.etsy.com/shop/rachelwoodart

In todays episode, Rachel talks about 10 simple ways to start being of service in our communities and tackling the problems that we are all facing as a society. And while the problems may seem large, the best way to tackle them is by taking small steps in our own communities. Whether that's with our time, effort or dollars. This episode is all about calling us to step up and BECOME better people that contribute to the collective good.

Intro: 

Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/getting-curious-with-jonathan-van-ness/id1068563276

10 Ways to Be of Use

1. Be responsible with what you consume and spread online. Less opinions, more facts. More info on reducing the spread of misinformation: https://www.allsides.com/unbiased-balanced-news

2. Pick up trash in your neighborhood. Get the same fanny pack as me: https://unitedbyblue.com/

3. Send a kind text or email to someone you haven’t heard from in a while

4. Donate to a charity that is directly doing work to improve the world. Here’s some suggestions:

https://www.mudbonegrown.com/home - a charity geared towards supporting black farmers in Oregon

https://www.blackresiliencefund.com/ - an organization providing direct emergency funds and resources to black Portlanders

https://blackfutures.farm/ - a community farm in Portland, OR run and operated by black farmers and volunteers offering organic produce and CSA shares

https://oceanconservancy.org/ - highly reputable organization started in the 1970’s that has multiple programs focused on restoring and preserving ocean life and habitats

https://theoceancleanup.com/ - an organization focused on using technology to clean trash and plastics out of the ocean and high traffic waterways

5. Volunteer with Friends of Trees: https://friendsoftrees.org/

6. Educate yourself about carbon drawdown and what it means for our efforts to combat climate change:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rcDA_-SZWSs great discussion hosted by the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ECHYChDUfhQ simple explanation of carbon drawdown and sequestration

7. Start planning and growing your own garden

8. Start paying attention to and voting in local elections- including school board elections

9. Buy school supplies for teachers in your life - or if you don’t know any teachers, you can donate funds directly here: https://schoolhousesupplies.org/

10. Make leftovers and bring them to someone who could use it

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Want something made just for your space? Send me an email to [email protected] or you can head to my website www.rachelwoodart.com