Growing Gardenias

Growing Gardenias

By Niara J. CarrenardHealth & FitnessMental Health
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Growing Gardenias episodes

  • We will be okay.

    We all know what's currently going on in the world. This virus has us in panic mode, but we will be okay. Join me as I discussing managing anxiety and embracing social distancing.

    17 min
  • Are you holding yourself accountable?

    How often do you stop and hold yourself accountable? Maybe you’re the toxic one. Maybe you’re the problem. The truth hurts. Join me as I discuss accountability, how we can hold ourselves accountable and why this is important and necessary for growth.

    19 min
  • To date or not to date.

    "Stop making excuses for people and their subpar behavior." Hello my lovelies. Join me as I  discuss some important things to remember while navigating dating in 2020. Stay ready. Tune in!

    17 min
  • Booked, busy and unbothered.

    “The less you give a damn, the happier you’ll be.” ⁣ ⁣ In this episode I discuss how to be unbothered aka how to not give a damn and what being unbothered is not. Remember, mind the business that pays you and focus on yourself! Tune in.

    16 min
  • Living with purpose.

    Life has been really heavy on my mind lately, especially with the recent events. Join me as I discuss ways we can live with purpose and make sure we are living our lives to the fullest.

    15 min
  • The truth about codependency.

    “You are not required to set yourself on fire to keep other people warm.” - Unknown⁣ ⁣ Do you want to “fix” people? Do you constantly seek validation from others? If yes, then you might be codependent.⁣ ⁣ Join me in discussing what codependency looks like, what some common traits are and what we can do to be less codependent. We all have some codependent tendencies. What’s important is being real with yourself and facing these qualities you don’t like. Tune in.

    26 min
  • Finessin the Finances with Tianna Robinson
    Let’s talk money! In this episode I sit down with Tianna, a financial advisor, to answer all your questions about finances. Let’s be real, having financial troubles is one of the worst stressors. Let’s finesse these finances together. Tune in. Bringing you #GardeniaGems on finances from a financial advisor! About Tianna: Tianna helps people understand their financial goals and needs by creating a detailed plan tailored to their personality. She helps them implement this plan with small, achievable steps while also monitoring their success and making changes as necessary. By helping clients become more informed and empowered, they can take those small simple steps necessary to put strategies in place. 
    If you enjoyed this episode, follow the show for more and please leave me a rate/review! Thank you for sharing space with me. I'm sending you love and light on your healing journeys. 🤎
    59 min
  • No means no with Joli Ienuso.

    BOUNDARIES. What are they?  Why do we need them? Why are we so afraid to set them?  In this episode, I have the pleasure of sitting down with Joli, a violence prevention educator, to discuss the ins and outs of boundaries. We dig deep into our own personal experiences with setting boundaries and overall how we (and you listening) can do better with this.

    1 hr 20 min
  • Defining the decade.
    HAPPY NEW YEAR MY LOVELIES!!! Join me in this first episode of the new year as I reflect on some important lessons 2019 has taught me. I also discuss what attitude and beliefs I’m bringing into this new decade with me.⁣ 2020 is yours. Step into your power and claim it. Bringing you #GardeniaGems on lessons taught and preparation for the new decade. Tune in! 
    If you enjoyed this episode, follow the show for more and please leave me a rate/review! Thank you for sharing space with me. I'm sending you love and light on your healing journeys. 🤎
    15 min

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A soft place to land as you navigate your healing journey. Let's be real-- it's not easy. Join Niara, a clinical psychology PhD student, as she unpacks all things mental health, trauma, healing and…