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Essentialism book link

My Website: https://melaniechristina.org

My Email: [email protected]

Instagram : @_melaniechristina

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My Websites : https://workredefinedconsulting.com, or you can visit my website, melaniechristina.org.

My Email: [email protected]

Instagram : @_melaniechristina

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10 Steps Mentioned + Links

1 | morning pages - 

https://juliacameronlive.com/books-by-julia/the-artists-way-a-spiritual-path-to-higher-creativity-audiobook/

https://juliacameronlive.com/tag/morning-pages/

2 | do one thing you want to do before doing what you have to do -

3 | give yourself permission for slow or low energy days

4 | allow for spontaneity — life is about more than following rituals & schedules

5 | prioritize mindfulness

6 | be in spaces where you can be inspired

https://juliacameronlive.com/category/artist-date/

7 | daily recap -- document the everyday God winks, the little confirmations, & the little nudges that are worth exploring

8 | prioritize being vs. doing

9 | invest in convenience, don’t feel like you have to do everything by yourself

10 | prioritize networking and community

https://gretchenrubin.com/books/the-four-tendencies/intro/

https://quiz.gretchenrubin.com/?utm_source=website&utm_medium=4Tlandingpage

My Websites : https://workredefinedconsulting.com, or you can visit my website, melaniechristina.org.

My Email: [email protected]

Instagram : @_melaniechristina 

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In this episode, I share a quick note from my journal on finding your space in the crowds. Always know there's room for you. This story is an ode to my hometown city -- Atlanta, GA

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My Links 

Blog + Digital Journal : https://melaniechristina.substack.com

Website : https://melaniechristina.org

Instagram: https://instagram.com/_melaniechristina

Email: [email protected] 

In today's episode, we interview business coach, project manager, and contributor Merlinda Francois!

Timestamps 

Merlinda's links  

Merlinda’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/merlindafrancois/

Merlinda’s LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/merlindafrancois/

Merlinda’s Podcast : https://podcasts.apple.com/dm/podcast/livelihood-matters-podcast/id1557040237

Merlinda’s Email: [email protected]  

My links 

Instagram: https://instagram.com/_melaniechristina

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/melaniechristina

Website: https://melaniechristina.org

My Project Management & Consulting Agency: https://workredefinedconsulting.com

My Rough Draft Podcast on all podcast listening platforms: https://anchor.fm/myroughdraft

Email: [email protected]

Disclaimer: While the tools shared in this episode are for educational purposes, this episode should not be used as a substitute for prioritizing your own mental health journey. These techniques are broad for the sake of our audience, and it is essential to gain the personal, specific help you need. If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-8255.

In this episode of My Rough Draft Podcast, we are talking with licensed associate professional counselor, Victoria Glover, on how to prioritize your mental health as an entrepreneur, content creator, influencer, creative or working professional!   

Building your brand and business can often come with stress, fear, anxiety, and imposter syndrome. But the fear, anxiety, and depression you're experiencing can also be a symptom of unresolved trauma. Today Victoria and I talk about why entrepreneurs can be subject to more triggers and deal with more mental health issues. We also share practical tools, resources, and exercises to heal, learn your triggers, and prioritize your mental health on a daily basis! 

Youtube version https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3EYfmhX9C0U&t=2778s

Timestamps 

00:00 Introduction 

04:00 The reality of entrepreneurship and my mental health journey 

09:00 Why we struggle more with mental health issues when building or starting something new 

16:00 How to structure and organize your day to avoid burnout 

22:20 Understanding your triggers when putting yourself out there 

30:40 How Victoria prioritizes her health as a 9-5preneur and therapist 

33:00 How to deal with a lack of support in your business 

37:10 Tools to use in the moment of an anxiety attack or depressive wave 

42:08 The rhythm tapping exercise  

45:49 More on Victoria's brand, podcast, and therapy practice  

Here are Victoria Glover's links! 

The Victorious Counselor Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1729916

Email: [email protected] 

Website: https://www.worthwisdomwellness.com/vglover

Instagram: https://instagram.com/thevictoriouscounselor

Facebook: https://facebook.com/thevictoriouscounselor

Twitter: https://twitter.com/counselorvrg

Link to our first interview with Victoria - https://anchor.fm/myroughdraft/episodes/Interview-with-Victoria--Licensed-Associate-Professional-Counselor--Mental-Health--Career-Setbacks--Toxic-Relationships---Celibacy-e12id0a 

Here are my links!  

My Rough Draft Podcast: https://anchor.fm/myroughdraft

Email: [email protected] 

Website: https://melaniechristina.org

My Consulting Agency (Career Coaching, Business Consulting, & Project Management) : https://workredefinedconsulting.com

Instagram : https://instagram.com/_melaniechristina

Facebook : @Melaniechristina.org

Twitter: @_melchristina

Questions mentioned in today's episode

1. Are you outside your scope? 

2. Are there underlying mental issues?

3. Are you misaligned with your season? 

4. Are you misaligned with your why?

5. Are you being called to do things a different way?

6. Do you need to loop God back in? 

Come say hi! Shoot me an email -- [email protected]

Personal Links

Personal Website - https://melaniechristina.org

Instagram -https://instagram.com/_melaniechristina

Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1s8leeBzelSdJjrBc3gZKw

Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/melaniechristina.org

Pinterest Page -https://www.pinterest.com/myroughdraftwithmel/

Work Redefined Consulting Agency Links

Website: https://workredefinedconsulting.com

LinkedIn Company Page:  https://linkedin.com/company/workredefined

Instagram: https://instagram.com/workredefined

Facebook: https://facebook.com/workredefined

[Music]

Music from https://filmmusic.io
"Cinematic HipHop 002" by Sascha Ende (https://www.sascha-ende.de)
License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Links mentioned in today's episode:

https://emilypfreeman.com/the-books/

https://emilypfreeman.com/podcast/

Shoot me an email -- [email protected]

Personal Links

Personal Website - https://melaniechristina.org

Instagram -https://instagram.com/_melaniechristina

Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1s8leeBzelSdJjrBc3gZKw

Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/melaniechristina.org

Pinterest Page -https://www.pinterest.com/myroughdraftwithmel/

Work Redefined Consulting Agency Links

Website: https://workredefinedconsulting.com

LinkedIn Company Page:  https://linkedin.com/company/workredefined

Instagram: https://instagram.com/workredefined

Facebook: https://facebook.com/workredefined

[Music]

Music from https://filmmusic.io
"Cinematic HipHop 002" by Sascha Ende (https://www.sascha-ende.de)
License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Many times, we only keep track of how many times we fail. But, God keeps track of how many times we get back up.

Personal Links

Personal Website - https://melaniechristina.org

Instagram -https://instagram.com/_melaniechristina

Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1s8leeBzelSdJjrBc3gZKw

Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/melaniechristina.org

Pinterest Page -https://www.pinterest.com/myroughdraftwithmel/

Work Redefined Consulting Agency Links

Website: https://workredefinedconsulting.com

LinkedIn Company Page:  https://linkedin.com/company/workredefined

Instagram: https://instagram.com/workredefined

Facebook: https://facebook.com/workredefined

[Music]

Music from https://filmmusic.io
"Cinematic HipHop 002" by Sascha Ende (https://www.sascha-ende.de)
License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Bible Reference John 11:1-44 CSB

Personal Links

Personal Website - https://melaniechristina.org

Instagram -https://instagram.com/_melaniechristina

Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1s8leeBzelSdJjrBc3gZKw

Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/melaniechristina.org

Pinterest Page -https://www.pinterest.com/myroughdraftwithmel/

Work Redefined Consulting Agency Links

Website: https://workredefinedconsulting.com

LinkedIn Company Page:  https://linkedin.com/company/workredefined

Instagram: https://instagram.com/workredefined

Facebook: https://facebook.com/workredefined

[Music]

Music from https://filmmusic.io
"Cinematic HipHop 002" by Sascha Ende (https://www.sascha-ende.de)
License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)