In this episode, I talk about how to enjoy Valentine’s Day and embrace singleness, loving on yourself and providing you with some gentle reminders if you’re having a hard time today. 

Trigger Warning ⚠️: Mention of suicidal ideation “What do they have to be depressed about?” Depression wears many faces. Those people who seem to have it “together” could also be suffering. You truly never know what someone is battling. Tune in as I discuss high functioning depression, what it can look like, and how we can help ourselves and our loved ones! You are never alone. Keep going. If you are feeling suicidal, thinking about hurting yourself, or are concerned that someone you know may be in danger of hurting themselves, please call the 24/7 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or text ‘HOME’ to 741741 to speak to a crisis counselor. 

In this episode, I discuss survival mode: what it is, what it looks like, my own struggle of dealing with this, and more importantly, how we get through it.

Are you feeling like you aren’t in control or like things aren’t going your way? Sometimes when things don’t work out, it’s because something better is on the way. Trust the transition, my love. Tune in and hear my journey over these past free months and how I had to learn to trust the transition as well. You’re never alone. 

How do you love someone with anxiety? As someone with anxiety, how do you let love in? Having a loved one with anxiety can be difficult. We may not always know what to do and also having anxiety and allowing ourselves to let love in can be even harder. Join me as I discuss this in the newest episode!

Let’s be real, we all have that one family member with the snarky comments that are really disrespectful but you’re family so you let it rock? Well guess what, we’re not doing that anymore! We are setting boundaries and demanding respect. If you struggle with setting boundaries with toxic family members, this episode is for you.

If you’re considering getting a therapist, this is your sign. DO IT. If you’re considering a therapist and not sure if you should seek one, if you don’t know where to begin or what you should be asking, if you just want to know more about the process, this episode is for you! Finding a therapist is not easy... at all! Personally it took me months to find a therapist that I really resonated with (and that’s okay) The relationship you have with your therapist is REALLY important, do not settle! Tune in to this episode to hear my experiences with looking for a therapist and some things you should consider and keep in mind on your search.

No! You are not a fraud. It's called Impostor Syndrome. Tune in as I discuss what impostor syndrome is and how we are going to overcome it! DISCLAIMER: I am not a licensed clinician and Growing Gardenias is not intended to replace therapy from a licensed professional.