!!TRIGGER WARNINGS!!

This week's episode carries a LOT of heaviness with it. I speak very openly about depression, suicidal thoughts and feelings, and sexual assault.

Now there is a happy ending--but if this is a conversation you do not yet feel ready to have, I encourage you to take your time and listen at a time that feels right for you.

I just want to remind everyone that it is okay if you are experiencing depression and encourage everyone to feel safe existing with those feelings. I also want to encourage you to NEVER feel shame when it comes to your mental health. I know this is easier said than done, and that's something I discuss in this podcast episode as well.

Even though I am- for the majority of the time- an open book, there are still some things that are very difficult for me to talk about.

My battle with depression is definitely one of them; but to pretend that it doesn't exist is a disservice to myself as well as others who have had a similar experience.

I encourage everyone to check out the link to Adriene's yoga class EVEN if you've never done yoga. It is a gentle, easy class that really helped me tap into those emotions I had been running from and really lean into the present moment and the feelings I am currently experiencing.

with so much love,

dahlia

Yoga with Adriene: https://youtu.be/u8sC_bhpCYQ

TED talk: https://youtu.be/IDPDEKtd2yM

Contact me: https://linktr.ee/dahliabradshaw

or email me at: [email protected]