In this insightful and compassionate episode, we delve into the deeply personal journey of Claudia Zimmerman, who opens up about her experience with depression. Join us as Claudia shares her story, shedding light on the challenges she faced and the strategies she used to navigate through the darkest of times.

Depression is a pervasive mental health condition that affects millions worldwide, yet it often remains shrouded in stigma and misunderstanding. In our conversation with Claudia, we aim to break down these barriers by discussing her personal journey through depression. Claudia's story is one of resilience, hope, and transformation.

But this episode isn't just about the struggle. We also provide practical advice for those dealing with depression or supporting someone who is. Claudia shares her insights on establishing daily routines, setting achievable goals, and cultivating self-compassion. These small steps can make a world of difference in navigating through depression.

Whether you're personally dealing with depression, know someone who is, or simply want to better understand this complex mental health condition, Claudia's story and the insights shared in this episode will leave you with a greater sense of empathy, knowledge, and hope.

Join us as we embark on a journey through the depths of depression, emerging with a brighter outlook and tangible tools for self-care. Together, we can learn how to navigate through the storm and find the strength to heal.

Disclaimer: This podcast episode is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you or someone you know is struggling with depression, please seek help from a qualified mental health professional or a helpline immediately.

How to connect with Claudia:

Website/Bio:

Claudia Z Coaching

Instagram:

@Claudiazcoaching

Resources:

Free Limiting Beliefs Framework

The two supplements that helped Claudia: 

5-htp

L-tyrosine

Others that can help:

Vit D3

Vit B12

Book recommend: “Loving what is” by Byron Katie

Practices that helped Claudia:

Sunlight

Nature

Moving my body everyday

Community (even 1 friend)

Enough sleep

Eating healthy

Staying properly hydrated

Daily meditation

Journaling

Structure and discipline in my day

Doing things that bring me  moments of joy

Embracing kindness and compassion for myself

Forgiving myself and others

Reconnecting with my values and what’s really important for me

Welcome to a transformative episode, where we explore the profound and often overlooked art of self-prioritization. In a world that constantly demands our attention and energy, this conversation is a much-needed reminder of why putting ourselves first is not only essential but also a pathway to a more fulfilling life.

Discover the key to a happier, more balanced life as we delve into the importance of self-prioritization, uncover the remarkable benefits of self-care, and provide actionable steps to kickstart your journey towards a more fulfilled, healthier you. Don't miss this essential conversation on self-respect, well-being, and sustainable living. Tune in and start putting yourself first!

Resources:

Journaling Questions:

1. Am I trying to hide in the lives of the people I care about so that I don’t have to take the time to analyze/audit myself?

2. Is your mind renewing, your spirit, your energy? Because prioritizing yourself isn’t just physical, its mental, emotional, spiritual

3. What things are causing me to feel exhausted - and this can be places, people, things - be honesty with yourself

4. What things do I love to do when I’m not on go mode?

Self-Care Ideas:

Tune in as I speak with NYC-based photographer, Adeline Nieto, about life as an entrepreneur. Adeline left her long life career in teaching to become a photographer and follow her passion. Listen in to her inspiring story as we discuss how she did it, the struggles she navigated through, and how she overcame some of her obstacles all while in the middle of a pandemic.

How to connect with Adeline:

Website:

www.adelineartistry.com

Instagram:

@adelineartistrystudio

In this episode, we'll dive into how to stay grounded through healing practices. Our guest, Lizette Nevarez, is a sound healer, reiki healer, and yoga instructor. She helps others seek a better way of living through these healing practices. Lizette is not only a healer but has also navigated through some of her own struggles which is why she dove into learning different ways of trying to heal herself first. Listen in as she provides GEMS even for our beginners on how these practices can help you create a deeper connection to yourself.

Lizette Kassandra Nevarez

Bio: Lizette Nevarez is the founder of Florecera Wellness and an agent of wellness who specializes in mindful practices; such as yoga, breathwork, energy flow, and sound meditation. Her life mission is to live life with fulfillment and meaning by being of service; which includes those who seek a better way of living by teaching tools for emotional, mental, and physical well-being. Her vision is to guide individuals through mindful practices to flourish in wellness. Lizette is currently working on a wellness journal, stay tuned!

Ways to support and connect with Nicole:

Links:

https://florecera.square.site/

Instagram:

 https://www.instagram.com/floreceraa/

Resources:

Hypnotherapy - https://thesoundbathstudio.com/

Books:

1. The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali

2. A Systematic Course in the Ancient Tantric Techniques of Yoga and Kriya

3. Think Like A Monk by Jay Shetty

Ways to connect with us:

Links:

https://linktr.ee/stayinggrounded

https://www.stayinggrounded.co/

Social Media Links:

Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/thestaygroundedpodcast/

Brand IG: https://www.instagram.com/__staygrounded/

Brand Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_staygrounded?lang=en

In this episode, we'll dive into how to stay grounded through the healing of generational trauma. Our guest, Nicole Torres, is an expert in this field and gives us insight into what generational trauma really means and the tools we can use to help navigate something so difficult. If you're looking to get deeper into your healing then tune in as we discuss this important topic.

Nicole Torres

Bio: Nicole Torres is a 1st gen Mexican-American who grew up in El Sereno with her mom and grandma and is a proud Xicana and LA native. She is also the founder of Ouroboros Healing and serves as a trauma-informed, intuitive energy worker, and transformational self-worth coach. She’s an expert at helping high-achieving professionals heal their self-worth from generational trauma and redefine their relationship to work, rest, and productivity.

Through her group coaching program: (Re)Claiming and private 1:1 healing and coaching, she gently guides her clients out of their heads and back into their bodies so they can begin to navigate life with aligned intention and grace. Through Nicole’s unique process, her clients are able to find and release the subconscious roots of their pain and/or blocks around love, career, and abundance which empowers them to make profound changes like releasing relationships that no longer serve them, reconnecting to the power of their voice, mastering their emotional triggers, and getting comfortable with setting boundaries.

Ways to support and connect with Nicole:

Links:

https://www.ouroboroshealing.com/https://www.thealchemyretreats.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ouroboros.healing/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ouroboros.healing

Resources:

https://www.thespiritguidecoach.com/spirit-house-collective

https://www.instagram.com/spirithousecollective/

Ways to connect with us:

Links:

https://linktr.ee/stayinggrounded

https://www.stayinggrounded.co/

Social Media Links:

Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/thestaygroundedpodcast/

Brand IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsnatalyq/

Brand Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_staygrounded?lang=en

In this episode, we'll dive into how to stay grounded through the unknown. Our guest, Kita Zuleta, speaks organically during her experience of almost losing her husband and what she did to manage this difficult unknown. If you're navigating through your own unknowns then this episode is for you. Listen in as we discuss this raw subject.

Jessica 'Kita' Zuleta

Bio: Kita Zuleta is a brand strategist and photographer based in LA. She helps Jefas grow their brand's online presence with strategic systems and intentional images. She's also the community builder of Cafecito Con Jefas, a space for Jefas to connect, co-work, and feel supported while pursuing individual goals, together. She's also working on an upcoming podcast where she'll be hosting conversations about real life and entrepreneurship.

Ways to support and connect with Kita:

Link - https://www.kitazuleta.com/allthelinks

IG: @kitazuletaphoto - https://www.instagram.com/kitazuletaphoto/?hl=en

@cafecitoconjefas - https://www.instagram.com/cafecitoconjefas/?hl=en

Ways to connect with us:

https://linktr.ee/itsnatyq

https://www.itsnatalyq.com

Social Media Links:

Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/thestaygroundedpodcast/

Host IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsnatalyq/⁠

Host TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnatalyq?lang=en

Have you ever wondered how successful people well, become successful? The secret is .. you guessed it, morning rituals. It's important that we incorporate morning rituals to show up for ourselves. Listen in as I discuss the benefits of having these morning rituals, how to choose rituals that work for you, and how to incorporate them into your own life.

How to connect with us:

Website: https://www.itsnatalyq.com

Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/thestaygroundedpodcast/

Host IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsnatalyq/⁠

Host TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnatalyq?lang=en

Embark on a 5-minute gratitude practice to start your morning or end your evening. This meditation will gift you gratitude for simply existing and being in your body. Gratitude is the secret tool to abundance and by being grateful for what we already have we make room for more.

Welcome to The Stay Grounded Podcast! Listen in as I welcome you to the community and give you a background story of why we exist and how we plan to use this platform to empower all of us.