Today I am flying solo! Many of you have requested that I do more solo episodes, so today I will be discussing all things ADVERSITY. Overcoming adversity is always one of the most highly requested topics for the podcast. In today's episode, I share with you nine things you must do when facing adversity so that you can use adversity to your advantage and become a better version of yourself after the challenging situation is behind you. These nine things will also become a valuable toolbox for the next time you face a hardship or obstacle in life. Remember, adversity is a muscle, and the more you work it healthily, the stronger it makes you! 

What to Listen For:

 

• 00:00 Intro
• 01:26 How to develop self awareness
• 11:26 Your habits will make or break you
• 17:00 Acceptance is so important
• 20:34 Change your perspective
• 22:02 Accountability and responsibility 
• 24:26 The conversation that changed my life
• 28:59 Accountability builds trust
• 32:29 3 types of people to avoid
• 36:23 Who should you spend time with?
• 40:44 Optimize your mental and physical health
• 45:22 The non-physical benefits of going to the gym
• 50:00 Pay attention to what you consume
• 52:47 Spend time learning
• 56:11 Spirituality 
• 58:26 I was addicted to external validation
• 1:00:47 Healing from my past
• 1:04:30 Believing in the unseen
• 1:08:50 Being of service
• 1:10:26 One day at a time
• 1:14:35 Focus on how far you have come

Thanks to today’s sponsors:

 

BTR trucks: The leading commercial truck company in the Baltimore Washington region. BTR does everything a commercial truck user would ever need including repairs, routine maintenance, body work and inspections. If you are in the Baltimore Washington area and you or a loved one needs help with your truck, reach out to BTR at 410-691-9882 or check out their website at www.btrtrucks.com.

⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠

Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed.

 

If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

 

If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help:

 

Emergency Medical Services—911

If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.

 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. 

 

SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov

 

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices