It's summer, we're in Albania... and it's been to long since I've gotten on the mic. And guess what? There's a BIG reason for that! There are no right words or right way to share what I share in this episode. But I've been bursting at the seams wanting to let you guys in on it, and I am so happy I finally can!

Can you guess what the big news is?! I am sure some of you can...

Secondary update (which was still kinda big news) is that we soon have a Porto AirBnB opening up and I can't WAIT for the final photos to share with everyone! This was one of the most kismet projects I've ever worked on and I truly feel this soul connection to the work I did on it. Really hoping to open up more magnetic opportunities like this!

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Repeat after me: Self-care is not selfish, it is essential! 

In this season of my life, time for self-care can be scarce! I’ve been digging deep to carve out any extra time for myself. That time is precious and can be fleeting and I want it to be intentional and effective. So I’ve found myself over the last six weeks committing to a non-negotiable 20 minutes a day strictly for me, to plug back in and recharge my batteries. Maybe it doesn’t fully recharge my batteries, but it does give me a boost!

Time to myself and honoring my needs = a MAJOR mood booster for me

In this episode, I am sharing my current go-to mood boosters. Little rituals or practices where I can reconnect with myself, authentic me. Prioritizing what brings me joy in those 20 minutes - whether it be through movement, stillness, a ritual etc. - is what gives me a little juice to regulate the nervous system, feel a bit more grounded and elevate my energy for all the other demanding parts of my life (that I am grateful for!).

Add these to your self-care arsenal and don’t be afraid to use them! 

TIME STAMPS:

0:00 Intro/Catchup

05:00 Today’s Topic - Mood Boosters

07:53 #-1 Footbath (TCM encouraged)

12:20 #2 Music (Jump into your past)

16:42 #3 Gratitude Walk

22:39 #4 Face Mask (Art of Stillness)

27:23 #5 Deep Imagining by TBM

Link to the free Clear Your Aura DI (mentioned in the ep)

If you sign up for the TBM pathway monthly membership or the annual membership, use my code: LAURA6202 for 15% off!

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If Yve wasn't catching a flight to Paris the day we recorded this, I think we would have continued talking for hours and hours!

Part 2 of this pod is all about dispelling common misconceptions around Maternal Mental Health, tapping into what brings us joy, self care during postpartum, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) and gratitude journaling.

In honor of Mental Health Awareness month, please share this episode with a friend. Let's talk more openly about what women's mental health goes through during this stage of her life, so we can all be supportive and appreciative of the magic women bring into this world!

Sign up for the Late Checkout newsletter linked below, to get more details around Maternal Mental Health! And to stay up to date on the latest and greatest from Laura Janela and Late Checkout. Love you guys!

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Before giving birth, I met with a friend and specialist in the Maternal Mental Health field from my home state of New Jersey. Yve has worked her way up in the industry over the last 20 years and is very passionate about her work and helping women during the perinatal time. IMO she is the perfect person to come on Late Checkout and enlighten us all on the very deep and wide ranged topic of postpartum and what we all can do to help ourselves or someone close to prepare for it or that is going through it. 

We had an excellent discussion about what her industry does to provide helpful resources and groups to postpartum mamas (for FREE!). In this Part 1 special, she introduces us to what work she's done, what PMADs are, what to expect when attending postpartum groups, how to prepare for help needed in the house after birth, boundary setting with family and friends, the role of a doula and much more. We also spoke about body image issues post birth and the irky social media comparisons that we all can get caught up in.

May is Mental Health Awareness month, so please share this with someone you know who can benefit from the information - not just mommies but people who are the village around her!

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Ever caught yourself silently or not so silently critiquing someone's outfit, hairstyle, or physique? You're not alone. But what if that seemingly harmless judgment is actually stealing your own joy? In this episode, Laura dives into the deep truth of it: judging others dims your own shine. And we don't want that, we want to keep our shine lit and aglow!

Laura talks about the "subtle" nature of physical judgment and how it reflects more about our own insecurities than the person we're observing. She shares some of her own practical strategies to break the habit of physical critique, including shifting her focus to inner qualities or inner improvements to focus on.

Have you ever felt trapped in a conversation where someone relentlessly dissects another person's appearance? It's not an easy shift to gracefully disengage from toxic exchanges and to protect your energy.

At the heart of judgment often lies a scarcity mindset – the belief that there's not enough to go around. Laura unpacks how this "lack" mentality fuels comparison and criticism. Discover how cultivating gratitude can act as a powerful antidote, transforming those ugly thoughts into inspiration and creating a sense of abundance.

Join us as we dismantle the habit of judgment, take our power back, and learn to shine brighter by celebrating the beauty and uniqueness in everyone – including ourselves.

In this episode you'll learn:

• Why judging others ultimately hurts YOU more than them.
• Laura's techniques to stop physically judging others in your daily life.
• The connection between scarcity mindset and judgmental thoughts.
• How to use gratitude as a powerful tool to combat negative judgments and cultivate abundance.
• Ways to shift your focus from others' external appearance to working on your own inner qualities.

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In a stream of consciousness, Laura talks about the importance of self-awareness, particularly when it comes to respecting another person's journey of self-discovery. Maybe our well-intentioned actions toward the people we care about can sometimes inadvertently hinder their growth... something to think about.

She emphasizes the crucial role of reflection in maintaining healthy relationships that feel aligned to us as we grow and evolve. How do we honestly assess our own impact on the dynamics of our relationships? 

Laura also highlights the significance of understanding the unique nature of each relationship in our lives. Not all friendships are created equal, and that it's important to recognize and appreciate the different roles people play in our lives. 

Ultimately, we hope this episode encourages listeners to cultivate a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, leading to more fulfilling and authentic connections.

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Pregnancy can be a whirlwind of emotions, physical changes, and endless to-dos! In this episode, Laura is sharing her experiences on prioritizing wellness during this special time. 

She talks about how to approach being honest with yourself about where you are on the 'Wellness Scale' (physical, mental and spiritual) so you can set yourself up with the right tools, resources, and pillars of support to help optimize your pregnancy experience!

Having gone through a great level of grief, having a miscarriage and losing her dad shortly before becoming pregnant with her first, Laura shares all the ways she prioritized keeping a pulse check on her wellness during her first pregnancy journey. Having had a very different wellness experience during her second pregnancy, she cares greatly to share how important it is to give ourselves grace during such big physical and emotional changes. She also lets you in on some tips about how her and Brian began to prep for parenthood the first time around.

Whether you're a first-time parent or adding to your family, this episode will be a useful tool for grounding your perspective on your wellness during pregnancy. 

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Friendships, fantasy, and fresh makeup recs?  Yes, please! This week on Late Checkout we're thrilled to have Yve Gonzalez join us for a very millennial coded conversation covering it all.  We talk about the evolving nature of friendships in your 30s, the addictive world of ACOTAR, other fantasy reads, and Yve's latest Sephora purchases. 

Yve also shares her favorite go-to workshops in the Calm app. An app that helps her keep a pulse check on her mental and spiritual wellness. There are some good nuggets to help get us through the winter blues and any anxious thoughts that can be bubbling up for us.

Tune in now and join the conversation!  Let us know what you think in the comments!

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This is a mixed bag of goodies, where Laura catches us up on the last week of life. Reflecting on life's constant rotation of trade offs, sharing her obsession with the show Traitors and talks about her pregnancy countdown and how she is prepping for a potential VBAC.

Down for a good catch up sesh? Then hit play!

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Ever dreamt of ditching the daily grind and escaping to your own private paradise? In this episode, Laura shares how she built her own stunning retreat in Ibiza – and how you can too! 🌴

Join us as she shares her journey, from the initial spark of inspiration to the thought process and planning that got her to build the perfect getaway to recharge and reconnect with herself. Her entire itinerary will be included in this month's Late Checkout newsletter!

Laura gives us a straight forward approach on how to build our own escapes, whether you only have 2 days or 2 weeks you'll know exactly how to plan your own custom getaway by the end of this episode!

Whether you're a seasoned DIYer or a complete novice, this episode is packed with inspiration, practical advice, and a sprinkle of Ibiza magic. So grab your headphones, pour yourself a sangria, and get ready to embark on your own retreat-building adventure! 🎧✨

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