My job loss took a major hit to my confidence and it caused me to struggle to support my family through tough times. I struggled to stay present and practice mindfulness during these difficult times. In this episode, I explore what brought me to my job loss and my struggles with staying present within myself.

Key Takeaways:

[1:58] Neurological connection between mother and child

[5:19] Becoming self aware as a person

[7:07] How the Blind Side affected me

[10:35] Disassociating with my job loss

[12:35] Different responses to traumatic events: fight, flight, or freeze

[17:03] My struggle to stay present and be mindful

[24:53] 2011: spending more time with Gracie and Molly and meeting Robin

[27:22] My crumbling marriage and working at VLACS

[29:41] Trying to support my family and falling in love with CrossFit

[32:02] Feeling better in 2012 with my body and mind

[34:34] Learning more about trauma, working out, and reflection

Resources from this episode:

• The Body Keeps the Score
• The Body Keeps the Score Workbook
• The Blind Side
• Glennon Doyle Podcast

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