In this episode, we dive into the pressure to keep up appearances in a world where social media is everywhere. With our feeds full of picture-perfect moments, it’s easy to feel like we have to look amazing all the time. Ressa talks about how social media can make us obsessed with comparing ourselves to others, and how that affects our mental health and self-esteem. It’s important to use social media in a way that feels authentic and true to who we are, without stressing about living up to everyone else’s highlight reel. Whether you’re hooked on scrolling or just feel the pressure to have the perfect image, this episode is a reminder that we don’t need to “try” we can just “be”.

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In this episode, we dive into the tricky feeling of doubting your own success. Even when things are going great on the outside, a lot of people still wrestle with thinking they don’t really deserve their achievements. We talk about what’s behind that self-doubt, from imposter syndrome to the pressure to always be perfect. Ressa shares some of her own experiences and a few Ressa-pes for how to tackle self-doubt when you feel it and embrace that you EARNED your success – it’s not just luck.

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Ressa’s Take is back! Welcome to the first episode of season 2! This season we will continue having real conversations about topics that many of us experience but may not get talked about enough.

In this episode, we explore the unique and often unspoken challenges of grieving an estranged loved one. How do you navigate the complex emotions of loss, regret, and unresolved feelings? Ressa will talk through her own experience. Whether you’ve experienced this yourself or want to better support someone who has, this episode provides some insights and perspective on this difficult topic.

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Ressa is back for a short episode during her summer "hiatus" to talk about a topic that has been on her heart lately. If you are like her and have big dreams for yourself - have you ever questioned if you may have "bit off more than you can chew"? Well, Ressa certainly has. Join us for this brief episode that is a bit of live self-discovery as our host, Ressa, talks through some of her recent feelings on the cost of high ambition and balancing the desire to slow down.

People often say they want others to keep it real - but do they really? In this week’s episode we talk about the challenges many of us experience with feeling like we can truly be our authentic selves. Ressa shares some of her own stories and tips on how to take steps to embrace your own authenticity. From dealing with outside expectations to finding your inner confidence, we've got you covered. Tune in for a dose of inspiration and empowerment!Want to chat further? Follow our instagram @RessasTake

This week, Ressa is joined by Felecia Jordan, one of her best friends and the founder of The Little Big Things Co. and they dive into the value gained by proactively aligning our career with what truly lights us up inside. We spend so much of our life working, we should make sure it is time well spent. From networking to dealing with managers that don't support your growth, Ressa and Felecia share stories and tips from their own experiences to help you find your professional North Star and take steps to build a fulfilling career. Want to connect further? Follow @RessasTake and @TheLittleBigThings.Co on Instagram.

Ready to dive into why forgiveness matters? On today's episode we unpack the importance of letting go of grudges and embracing forgiveness. This is usually a topic most of us try to avoid, but it's such an important one to talk through. Get ready for some real talk, and practical tips on how forgiveness can bring more peace into your life.