Hot Flashes & Fiction

Hot Flashes & Fiction

By Darling IzzyFictionDrama
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Hot Flashes & Fiction episodes

  • #43 Scottsdale Day Trip

    In this week's episode, Izzy tells you all about her short trip to AZ and why you should treat yourself to the same! "Travel does wonders for your mental health!"

    Tune in to find out how it went, what she did, what she bought, and how she stayed safe as a solo woman traveler traveling in a pandemic.

    Web Md:

    How Travel Affects Mental Health

    Credits:

    Writer & Host: Darling Izzy

    Producer & Engineer: R.M.

    Sound Design: R.M. 

    Artwork: Alyssia Aguilar

    19 min
  • #42 Izzy vs Prada

    "I've been hoarding money and need to cry about it!" In this episode, Izzy talks about Chrometophobia, (the fear of spending money) how its affecting her life, and how you can recognize symptoms. 

    She also tells you about her new obsession with Prada and why she's faced with a moral dilemma. "High end sneakers aren't in alignment with my vegan journey, but neither are my Adidas."

    Tune in to the hear her anxious thoughts and leave a review on Apple podcasts if you like it!

    Follow Izzy on IG: @mydarlingizzy, @wellnessbaeradio

    Article Link:

    https://mint.intuit.com/blog/relationships/chrometophobia-fear-of-money-4734/ 

    Credits:

    Writer & Host: Darling Izzy

    Producer & Engineer: R.M.

    Sound Design: R.M. 

    Artwork: Alyssia Aguilar

    19 min
  • #41 Vegan Bae

    "Your colon deserves better!" In this episode, Izzy encourages you to take the vegan pledge and how doing so benefits your digestive health. She shares the Bristol Stool Scale and tells you what your poop should look and smell like. Spoiler alert: the less cracks in your poop, the better! Tune in for the rest. 

    Follow Izzy on IG: @mydarlingizzy, @wellnessbaeradio

    Links: 

    Poop Chart: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/bristol-stool-scale#how-to-improve-bowel-health

    Take the vegan pledge: https://veganuary.com/about/about-us/ 

    Vegan definition: https://www.vegansociety.com/go-vegan/definition-veganism

    Vegan peace: https://www.veganpeace.com 

    Protein sources:  https://www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/19-high-protein-vegetables

    https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/protein-for-vegans-vegetarians#TOC_TITLE_HDR_8

    Credits:

    Writer & Host: Darling Izzy

    Producer & Engineer: R.M.

    Sound Design: R.M. 

    Artwork: Alyssia Aguilar

    16 min
  • #40 Self-respect vs Friendships

    “You can’t cut people off after one mistake!” In this episode, Izzy talks about the importance of maintaining friendships for your overall well-being!

    She also tells you how to clarify goals in relationships by ranking priorities. What comes first - the relationship, your self-respect, or your values?

    Using this tool can really help you identify when it’s time to repair the friendship or to break up with your friends once and for all!   

    Tune in for the rest and leave a rating/review on Apple and Spotify. Follow Izzy on IG: @mydarlingizzy, @wellnessbaeradio 

    Links: 

    5 ways to maintain lifelong friendships: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/compassion-matters/201301/5-ways-maintain-lifelong-friendships 

    Clarifying goals worksheet: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_RNXBHgCP0dn8CI5_6slzdsOOr6HgH07/view?usp=sharing 

    Please use the pdf file as it explains how to clarify goals way better than I did! :) 

    Credits:

    Writer & Host: Darling Izzy

    Producer & Engineer: R.M.

    Sound Design: R.M. 

    Artwork: Alyssia Aguilar

    11 min
  • #38 Smile Anniversary

    "I’m literally way above cloud 9!" This week, Izzy shares her experiences being a guest on a live stream/podcast. She tells you all about it plus you'll find out why she has a new smile anniversary! Bing Bong! Tune in for the rest. Check out the links below and leave a review on apple podcasts. Gracias. :) 

    RAINN Fundraiser link: https://fundraise.rainn.org/fundraiser/3618769

    Credits:

    Writer & Host: Darling Izzy

    Producer & Engineer: Darling Izzy

    Sound Design: R.M. 

    Artwork: Alyssia Aguilar

    11 min
  • #37 Sad Clown Parade

    In this episode, Izzy talks about the Sad Clown Paradox and the relationship between comedy and mental illness. 

    Article link: https://the-artifice.com/comedy-mental-health/

    Credits:

    Writer & Host: Darling Izzy

    Producer & Engineer: Darling Izzy

    Sound Design: R.M. 

    Artwork: Alyssia Aguilar

    11 min
  • #36 Workplace Wellness

    "Don't work yourself to death!" In this episode, Izzy comes through with workplace wellness. She tells you how the Americans with Disabilities Act protects you and gives you step by step instructions on how to check if your condition or limitation is listed!

    If you've been scared to ask your employer for accommodations for anything at all, this episode is for you! 

    Note: This episode was solo produced by Izzy. Please excuse the amateur engineering.

    Follow Izzy on instagram @mydarlingizzy, @wellnessbaeradio and please leave a review on Apple podcasts if you like it!

    LINKS:

    Ask Jan (Job Accommodation Network)

    https://askjan.org

    A-Z Disabilities: 

    https://askjan.org/a-to-z.cfm

    Practical Guide:

    https://askjan.org/publications/individuals/employee-guide.cfm 

    American Psychiatry Association:

    https://www.psychiatry.org/newsroom/news-releases/as-americans-begin-to-return-to-the-office-views-on-workplace-mental-health-are-mixed 

    https://www.psychiatry.org/newsroom/news-releases/about-half-of-workers-are-concerned-about-discussing-mental-health-issues-in-the-workplace-a-third-worry-about-consequences-if-they-seek-help

    Web MD:

    https://www.webmd.com/anxiety-panic/features/workplace-anxiety

    Credits:

    Writer & Host: Darling Izzy

    Producer & Engineer: Darling Izzy

    Sound Design: R.M. 

    Artwork: Alyssia Aguilar

    16 min
  • #35 Anxiety Hangovers

    In this episode, Izzy talks about alcohol induced anxiety and how it can impact your overall well-being. (please excuse the nervous laughing and lack of motivation in this episode. check out the links below for value. lol).

    links:

    https://www.healthline.com/health/alcohol-and-anxiety#living-with-anxiety

    https://americanaddictioncenters.org/alcoholism-treatment/anxiety

    https://americanaddictioncenters.org/self-assessment 

    Credits:

    Writer & Host: Darling Izzy

    Producer & Engineer: Darling Izzy

    Sound Design: R.M. 

    Artwork: Alyssia Aguilar

    Wellness Bae Radio ©

    16 min
  • #34 Beauty Emergencies

    "I'm gonna end up looking like Cher!" In this episode, Izzy talks about cosmetic procedures and the effects it has on your self-esteem. She tells you why people with low self-esteems tend to be dissatisfied with the outcomes and why that's still not stopping her!

    Tune in for the rest. And please leave a review on Apple podcasts if you listen with an iPhone. :) 

    Follow Izzy on instagram: @wellnesslatina, @wellnessbaeradio

    Links: 

    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18595791/

    https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/cosmetic-surgery/art-20048303

    Credits:

    Writer & Host: Darling Izzy

    Producer & Engineer: Darling Izzy

    Sound Design: R.M. 

    Artwork: Alyssia Aguilar

    Wellness Bae Radio ©

    15 min

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Hot Flashes & Fiction is part diary, part daydream. I’m Darling Izzy, and at 40, I decided to call myself a writer around the same time that menopause came knocking. So yeah… timing. This…