SHIT (Self.Help.Ideas.Thoughts.)

I’m delving into my qualms with the Law of Attraction. The LOA makes so much sense. But what about all of the layers and complexities of human feelings and emotions?

Actress, Yogi, Healer, and Creative Nikki Tilmouth graciously shares her process in getting sober, coming out as bisexual, the importance of living in authenticity, and the spiritual lessons she’s learned on her journey.

Shannon Whalen and I met at the beginning of the covid-19 pandemic and I quickly hired her as my Executive Coach (similar to a Life Coach). She supportively pushed me to start my own podcast and helped me uncover the limiting beliefs that stood in my way of pursuing my passions. Now a close friend of mine, here’s a candid conversation about what she does and why she wants to help people. Reach her on Instagram at @shannonleewhalen or email her at [email protected]

As I drink my Dunkin Donuts coffee, I discuss my feelings on The Law of Attraction and why I’m really digging it.

How giving myself permission has allowed me to change how I move through the current world. Whatever rules and guidelines we’ve created/adopted for ourselves - emotionally and otherwise - sometimes we need permission to do things differently.

My medication management took a turn for the worse, but I’m hoping to now be on the right track. How surrendering has brought me some peace during this time. What does surrendering mean for you?

Baby Steps. We’re being pushed to look inside ourselves and are given the opportunity to change the things in our lives that need adjusting. But it happens one day at a time and patience is key. I share a fun movie clip that resonates with this topic and give a progress update from this past week.

Loving ourselves has somehow proven to be challenging beyond belief. What does it even mean? Here are my experiences, thoughts, and also a progress update.

It’s difficult to feel pain, in any capacity. But oftentimes, we tend to distract ourselves from feeling it. I believe our lives becomes easier when we allow ourselves to feel and accept discomfort, allowing for a smoother growth process. Our feelings don’t disappear just because we’re afraid to confront them. We are capable of doing this.

It’s imperative that you understand that these feelings are temporary, even when you’re feeling hopeless. I’m very newly back on medication, hoping for the best, and sharing more details of this process. Whatever format your mental illness takes, you are not alone. Trust me. You are loved.