The start of a New Year can naturally cause reflection to occur. We hear New Year, New You a lot, but what about checking in with yourself and embracing a New Year, as a more satisfied and connected with self You?! Listen in to Living Freely today as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC talks all about ways to start your new year off in a self-compassionate way, practice healthy reflection for growth, and set SMART, achievable and realistic goals or resolutions! Let this last episode of Season 1 of Living Freely empower you to reconnect with yourself. We are so grateful to those who have listened in and hope where ever you are in your life journey you are finding peace, living well, and being well. Happy New Year!

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

The inner critic. We all have one, but sometimes, if you're not careful, your inner critic can take over and your self-esteem and self-confidence can suffer. It doesn't have to be this way! Listen in to Living Freely Podcast today as host, Rachel Ann Dine, LPC talks all about the process of recognizing the thoughts you have, what the self-fulfilling prophecy is and why it's so important, paying attention to your self-talk, and strategies of changing negative thoughts/self-talk. Be empowered to be kind to your mind and watch the thoughts going through your head. Learn to release negative past messages and develop a kinder view of yourself to achieve goals and let go of fear!

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

If you wouldn't say it to a friend, what causes you to say it to yourself?! Think about it: If your closest friend/your spouse/your child made a huge mistake, you probably wouldn't tell him or her they were "the biggest failure ever", so why do we as humans make statements like this to ourselves?! Practicing self-compassion is a concept that is SO important in the life journey. Today on Living Freely Podcast, Rachel Ann Dine, LPC explains what self-compassion is, what self-compassion is NOT, and realistic ways you can practice self-compassion and be kind to 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

Family. We all have one to some degree, but often, family dynamics aren't happy go lucky like we see on television and movies. Number one, you are not alone if you have strained familial relations, two, with the holidays coming up, you may feel anxiety or sadness surrounding seeing your family (or not seeing them!), and three, did you know there are family roles in dysfunctional family dynamics? Listen in to Living Freely today with host Rachel Ann Dine, LPC, as she reviews signs of dysfunctional family, the 6 different family roles, and ways you can cope and use this knowledge to set healthy boundaries. Be empowered to create healthy relationships (with family or friends/romantic partners) in the here and now!

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

As the holidays approach, your stress levels can increase despite receiving messages "this is supposed to be the happiest time of year"! Whether it be the pressure to spend money you may not have, create the "perfect" holiday, manage emotions related to not seeing family due to Covid-19, or anticipation of seeing family members who are difficult, learn realistic ways to manage stress around the holidays today on Living Freely Podcast, hosted by Rachel Ann Dine, LPC. If you're feeling the stress, overwhelm, or even sadness, you are not alone! Aside from everything going on in the world, the holidays in general can be stressful for a multitude of reasons. Listen in and feel validated, learn strategies for coping, and feel empowered to create your own special day!

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

Food is our life source! What we eat matters and can impact energy levels and mood. But did you know food also can play a role in managing levels of depression and anxiety? Listen in to Living Freely today as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC shares how to develop a healthy relationship with food, foods that have been shown to assist in decreasing symptoms of depression and anxiety, and practicing intuitive eating. Listen in as she shares the 10 principles of intuitive eating, a much kinder way of viewing food that can aid in your journey of healthy mindset around food! Live well, be well, and eat well!

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

Human beings are biologically hardwired for connection. Starting from infancy, we create attachments to other humans in our lives. Sometimes, however, loneliness, previous negative relationships, or life difficulties may creep in and you may find you are tolerating less than what you deserve in your romantic relationships. Break the pattern and feel empowered to know your worth! Listen in today as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC shares 7 non-negotiable traits that should be present in your romantic relationship. Whether you are dating someone new, or in a long term marriage/relationship, today's episode provides these 7 traits to help you reflect, evaluate, and understand the predictors of a successful, healthy romantic 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

There will always be moments where difficult conversations come up. Likewise, difficult people DO exist. However, there are ways to navigate these conversations successfully! Listen in today as Rachel Ann Dine, LPC talks all about traits of difficult or toxic people and ways to effectively have difficult conversations. Be empowered to practice open communication!

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

"Set healthy boundaries" is a phrase you may have heard before, but sometimes the process can seem ambiguous and confusing. What exactly are healthy boundaries? How do I set them? And how do I know it's time to set them?! Listen in today as Licensed Professional Counselor, Rachel Ann Dine, defines the what, the how, and real life application tips to set boundaries in your life. Be empowered to set and maintain healthy boundaries in your life!

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