Validation is a powerful way to help others (and yourself) feel important, seen, and heard. Being able to validate often times increases confidence in self and emotional intimacy in your relationships. Listen to Living Freely Podcast today as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC talks ways to start validating yourself, why self-validation is the MOST important for self-confidence, and ways you can be validating in your relationships with others. Be empowered to validate yourself and your emotions!

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Want to connect with our host, Rachel Ann Dine? Connect with her on Instagram for more inspiration and empowerment: www.instagram.com/rachelanndinecounseling

To find a mental health provider in your area, visit: www.psychologytoday.com

Fear will almost always hold you back if you allow it to. The experience of fear is a common human emotion, but there is a big difference in acknowledging when in comes up versus allowing it to prevent you from taking action. You can also learn from the fears you have! Listen in today as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC identifies the top 10 most common fears, talks signs fear may be holding you back, and ways you can challenge + overcome fearful thinking.

Want to learn more about what Norfolk Public Library is offering? Visit their website to see events and other podcast episodes: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Want to connect with our host, Rachel Ann Dine? Connect with her on Instagram for more inspiration and empowerment: www.instagram.com/rachelanndinecounseling

To find a mental health provider in your area, visit: www.psychologytoday.com

What kind of communicator are you? Communicating needs is vital for mental and emotional wellness. We know how important it is to be able to state needs to feel safe and secure emotionally in life-but sometimes the process to be more assertive can be difficult. Listen in to Living Freely today as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC breaks down the four different types of communication, how to be more assertive, and why being assertive is SO important for living life well. Be empowered to communicate openly and always know, your needs DO matter!

Want to learn more about what Norfolk Public Library is offering? Visit their website to see events and other podcast episodes: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Want to connect with our host, Rachel Ann Dine? Connect with her on Instagram for more inspiration and empowerment: www.instagram.com/rachelanndinecounseling

To find a mental health provider in your area, visit: www.psychologytoday.com

Motivation to achieve goals in life can ebb and flow! However, there are some key practices you can implement to establish and maintain a consistent level of motivation to be a more content version of yourself. Listen in to Living Freely as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC talks about the science behind motivation, understanding your WHY, and 27 tips for motivating yourself. Be empowered to achieve what you want in life and stay motivated along the way!

Want to learn more about what Norfolk Public Library is offering? Visit their website to see events and other podcast episodes: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Want to connect with our host, Rachel Ann Dine? Listen to her podcast, The Three L's (on all major streaming platforms) or here: http://anchor.fm/rachel-ann-dine Connect with her on Instagram for more inspiration and empowerment: www.instagram.com/rachelanndinecounseling

To find a mental health provider in your area, visit: www.psychologytoday.com

Self-love. If you are into wellness, there is a great chance you have heard this term before. But what is self-love and why is it so important? Does it mean you are being arrogant or conceited? In short, NO. Self love is a foundation for our relationship with self and others to thrive and grow. Listen in to Living Freely as Rachel Ann Dine, Licensed Professional Counselor shares a quick assessment to self-assess where you are in living the self-love lifestyle, realistic definitions of self-love, and strategies for practicing self-love. Be empowered to choose YOU and love YOU!

Want to learn more about what Norfolk Public Library is offering? Visit their website to see events and other podcast episodes: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Want to connect with our host, Rachel Ann Dine? Listen to her podcast, The Three L's (on all major streaming platforms) or here: http://anchor.fm/rachel-ann-dine Connect with her on Instagram for more inspiration and empowerment: www.instagram.com/rachelanndinecounseling

To find a mental health provider in your area, visit: www.psychologytoday.com

Deciding to divorce or end a relationship can be a complex situation with many emotions involved. While the process can be painful, there are ways you can help yourself through the end of a relationship. Listen in to Living Freely today as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC shares the stages of grief that can occur after a relationship, recreating your identity after the relationship, and tips for wellness and recovery. Be empowered to love yourself and take care of yourself before, during, and after a divorce/end of a relationship!

Want to learn more about what Norfolk Public Library is offering? Visit their website to see events and other podcast episodes: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Want to connect with our host, Rachel Ann Dine? Listen to her podcast, The Three L's (on all major streaming platforms) or here: http://anchor.fm/rachel-ann-dine Connect with her on Instagram for more inspiration and empowerment: www.instagram.com/rachelanndinecounseling

To find a mental health provider in your area, visit: www.psychologytoday.com

Humans are biologically hardwired to want connection and love, but what happens when the person you love starts displaying toxic traits? How do you know what to look for? Sometimes this display of traits can be slow and happen over time which can be confusing for the person on the receiving end. Listen in to Living Freely today as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC shares what toxic traits look like, how they can surface in a romantic relationship, and understanding what needs to be present for the relationship to be salvageable (if you recognize these traits). Be empowered to choose love that makes you feel safe, secure, and supported. You are so deserving.

Want to learn more about what Norfolk Public Library is offering? Visit their website to see events and other podcast episodes: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Want to connect with our host, Rachel Ann Dine? Listen to her podcast, The Three L's (on all major streaming platforms) or here: http://anchor.fm/rachel-ann-dine Connect with her on Instagram for more inspiration and empowerment: www.instagram.com/rachelanndinecounseling

To find a mental health provider in your area, visit: www.psychologytoday.com

For more information on domestic violence and confidential support 24/7/365, visit: https://www.thehotline.org/

Burn-out. Feelings of fatigue, overwhelm, even disinterest in people and activities you used to love. Ever felt this human experience at some point or another?! Our guess is quite possibly, yes, because burn-out and compassion fatigue are real phenomenon's that occur. Listen in to Living Freely Podcast today as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC reviews the psychology behind the development of burn-out, how to recognize signs + symptoms, and realistic ways to nurture yourself and prevent habitual burn-out from occurring. Be empowered to live well, be well, and choose to care for yourself!

Want to learn more about what Norfolk Public Library is offering? Visit their website to see events and other podcast episodes: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Want to connect with our host, Rachel Ann Dine? Listen to her podcast, The Three L's (on all major streaming platforms) or here: http://anchor.fm/rachel-ann-dine Connect with her on Instagram for more inspiration and empowerment: www.instagram.com/rachelanndinecounseling

To find a mental health provider in your area, visit: www.psychologytoday.com

Change is inevitable. Just when you feel you have found balance or equilibrium in life, it's not unlikely that something or someone may come around and cause you to have to adapt to change! Listen in today as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC talks on realistic strategies for navigating change as well as the psychology behind the stages of change + how we as humans deal with change. Be empowered to focus on what is in your control when change arises and learn to navigate change effectively!

Want to learn more about what Norfolk Public Library is offering? Visit their website to see events and other podcast episodes: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Want to connect with our host, Rachel Ann Dine? Listen to her podcast, The Three L's (on all major streaming platforms) or here: http://anchor.fm/rachel-ann-dine Connect with her on Instagram for more inspiration and empowerment: www.instagram.com/rachelanndinecounseling

To find a mental health provider in your area, visit: www.psychologytoday.com

Sometimes considering making healthy changes can feel overwhelming, especially if you feel you have little control in your life! Listen in to Living Freely today as LPC, Rachel Ann Dine talks all about mindset + motivation and how to make healthy changes (big or small!) in your life. Hear about how to not let life difficulty's cause inaction, but propel you forward to being a healthy version of yourself. Be empowered to care for yourself because YOU DESERVE to feel well physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Want to learn more about what Norfolk Public Library is offering? Visit their website to see events and other podcast episodes: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/

Want to connect with our host, Rachel Ann Dine? Listen to her podcast, The Three L's (on all major streaming platforms) or here: http://anchor.fm/rachel-ann-dine Connect with her on Instagram for more inspiration and empowerment: www.instagram.com/rachelanndinecounseling

To find a mental health provider in your area, visit: www.psychologytoday.com