Cathy Speaks

This is a follow up episode to Forgiving Yourself for Doing Too Much. A healthy daily routine can be a challenge. In this podcast I talk about my own struggles and how I am creating a daily routine that supports me and nourishes my soul. What you do every day can be a form of Self-Care. Learn easy steps to put into practice right now and within the next few weeks you will create a new daily routine for yourself that gives you more time to "be". The more you "be" the easier it is to break free of living in zombie mode, spending your time in autopilot, so you can connect to what gives you that yummy lust for life. Let your inner guidance shape your outer world. Sign up to receive a notification for my latest new podcasts. Go to https://get.dashofattitude.com/cathy-speaks-podcast-sign-up  Enjoy!

How many times do you feel like you are just busy for the sake of being busy? Do you find yourself doing a relaxing activity and not feeling relaxed? Or maybe you feel like you are giving people 1/2 versions of yourself, including how you show up for you. It's important for you to find balance between doing things for yourself and doing things for others. It's also important that you are doing things for the right people. In this episode I talk about what this can look look, help you determine when you are doing it and the ways you might be trying to compensate for it that aren't supporting you. It's time for you to do from your heart. Remember to sign up for my podcast email list to be entered into a free personalized Self-Care Plan drawing. You must sign up by January 31st, 2023. Go to https://get.dashofattitude.com/cathy-speaks-podcast-sign-up  Enjoy!

C’mon 2023. In this episode I start by honoring what we’ve been through the past few years as humans. Then take you through a short meditation using my 5 Key Principles system to kick off 2023 with a bang. You can do the meditation whether you are in a place where you can close your eyes or walking around doing your daily activity. Listen through to the end where I talk about a personalized Self-Care Plan. Go to https://get.dashofattitude.com/cathy-speaks-podcast-sign-up  Enjoy!

If you are sick or were sick during the Holidays, this episode is for you. I found out I had covid last week and it derailed by Christmas plans. Listen in to find out what I did differently, what I was struggling with and how I am bringing what I learned from the experience into my every day life. If you would like to stay more connected, sign up for my newsletter using the following link: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/wDhwI0a Enjoy!

What you feed yourself mentally is just as important as the food you feed your body. How many times do you feed your mind and your heart with negativity? It happens in very subtle ways so you may not even be aware of it. In this podcast I share what I did when I realized one of my daily activities was draining me and leaving no room to do a different activity that actually made me feel good. I was able to free up the space I needed to let the good stuff in. The reality is that today's world is intense to live in and you need to do anything that can help you lighten up and lift you up. It doesn't have to be hard either, simple changes will make a huge impact. If you would like to stay more connected, sign up for my newsletter using the following link:  https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/wDhwI0a Enjoy!

Everything is all planned out. Your day is going smoothly and then BAM!! Something happens and throws your day, week or even month(s) off track. Sometimes it's a health issue, a flat tire, a crisis at work or even an unexpected get together with someone who is in from out of town. What do you do? Don't worry, this podcast gives you tips on how to regroup, feel balanced and as calm as possible so you can get back to living your life. If you would like to stay more connected, sign up for my newsletter using the following link: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/wDhwI0a Enjoy!

Sometimes being nice doesn't look "nice". We get programmed that nice means you have to be considerate of everybody else and never hurt other peoples feelings with the expectation that you ignore your feelings and needs. This actually drains our energy and is not very helpful to others or you. There are times when you need to be nice to yourself by being firm with others and it can be uncomfortable. In this episode I give you a few suggestions of what you can do when you need to stay true to yourself by being nice in a totally different way. If this triggers you or you would like some additional guidance on how to be nicer to you please contact me clicking on the following link https://happytappygirl.com/contact-me/ Enjoy!

It's been well over a year and I am back in the saddle and ready to help you find more ways to give yourself Self-Care and reconnect to yourself. I've taken care of myself and now I want to help you take care of you :).....watch out, I may swear a bit more in these podcasts. Passionate times call for passionate words and now is not the time to sugarcoat. The first step in self-care is being honest and using words that reflect how you feel (without vomiting them on to someone else of course). I also added a short music intro and outro for extra fun and excitement. It makes my heart smile. Looking forward to being with you again. If you would like to stay even more connected, sign up for my newsletter using the following link: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/wDhwI0a Enjoy!

** 5 Minute Meditation at the end of this episode. In this episode I talk about how important it is to let go of stress that isn't yours. I also explain how to do this in very fast and easy way and include a 5 minute meditation to help you let go of what isn't yours and reclaim what is. It can be done standing, seated or laying down. I do not recommend if you are driving, operating machinery or doing anything that requires your focused attention. You are responsible for you.  If you would like to sign up for my newsletter use the following link: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/wDhwI0a Enjoy!

In this episode I talk about how using affirmations as a form of self-care can be easy and effective. I explain my history with affirmations and despite how I had gotten away from using them, they have been helpful to me in more recent months. I also talk about how you can feel both "negative" and "positive" at the same time which we often forget. Listen in to get a boost of love :). The links for the videos I mention in the episode are https://youtu.be/iUegc2pQjL4 and https://youtu.be/ZAPkS36vWqM .