We Are H.E.R.: Healing. Empowering. Radiating.

Cycles, Connections, and Community

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Episode Highlights:

[00:00:00] Welcome and Intro

  • Hosts Jarii and Yaya open the episode with warm greetings and reflections on the joy of Friendsgiving celebrations.

    • [00:03:00] The Importance of Friendship

    • Reflecting on lifelong friendships, shared memories, and the importance of intentionality in maintaining bonds.

      • [00:08:00] Post-COVID Community Building

      • Discussion about the changing dynamics of community and the longing for deeper connections in a post-COVID world.
      • Predictions for the resurgence of in-person gatherings and analog interactions.

        • [00:15:00] Nurturing Lifelong Relationships

        • Strategies for maintaining friendships across busy adult schedules, including ideas like group chats, regular check-ins, and intentional meetups.

          • [00:24:00] Hormonal Cycles and Self-Care

          • Breakdown of the four phases of the menstrual cycle and how hormones impact energy, mood, and productivity.
          • Tips for aligning work, self-care, and life goals with hormonal rhythms.

            • [00:34:00] Breaking Generational Cycles

            • Exploring ways to break unhealthy patterns in family relationships and set healthier boundaries.
            • Discussion on mutual respect and growth across generations.

              • [00:45:00] Intimacy and Personal Growth

              • The hosts share personal experiences about evolving intimacy and how understanding one’s body contributes to empowerment and satisfaction.
              • Insight into the shifts women experience in their 30s and 40s regarding self-awareness and confidence.

                • [00:52:00] Stress Management and Energy Preservation

                • Addressing stress as a silent killer and the importance of conserving energy by letting go of unnecessary emotional triggers.
                • Emphasizing the value of choosing peace over unnecessary conflict.

                  • [00:58:00] Closing Reflections

                  • Encouraging listeners to embrace self-awareness and community as tools for personal growth.
                  • “Everyone deserves a Mimma—a warm hug and a light in their life.”
                    • Building and maintaining community takes intentional effort but offers lifelong rewards.
                    • Syncing life with hormonal cycles can enhance productivity and well-being.
                    • Boundaries and stress management are vital for emotional and physical health.
                    • Breaking generational cycles fosters healing and growth across families.
                      • Apps for tracking menstrual cycles and syncing life habits (future projects hinted by the hosts).
                      • Recommended readings on stress and personal development.
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                          We Are H.E.R.: Healing. Empowering. Radiating.By Jarissa Collado, Yaya