Take A Step Back

These past few weeks I have been focused on forming new habits. I want to start of this new part of life with solid habits that can follow me for years to come, one of these habits is going to the gym. Looking over the past few years Ive realized that I have never been able to stay consistent with the gym. Its not like I was ever taking the gym seriously, but I still didn't expect that I would be so on and off with the process. This led me to realize that staying consistent has become very hard, and I think It's hard for a lot of us. I formed a theory. I think I know why going to the gym and staying consistent Is so difficult. I also think I know how we can fix our mindsets and make going to the gym a whole lot easier, because why is doing something so good for yourself, becoming so difficult?

WEEKLY QUOTE:
" Take care of your body. Its the only place you have to live"
- Jim Rohn

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This weeks episode is fairly short and light hearted. I usually like to talk about really intriguing topics or at least something that offers a new perspective. However, last week I was really lacking the motivation to plan a full episode and I didn't want to talk about something if I wasn't going to be fully present with what I was saying.  So instead, I decided to talk about the things in my life that have made me happy and/or think clearer. I talk about cleaning my room, spending less time on my phone, coffee, and how I now plan my day to maximize my productivity!

WEEKLY QUOTE:
" If you don't enjoy what you have now, how can you be happier with more?"

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In my last podcast episode about sustainability, I briefly covered the idea of gardening/ owning plants. I think there are many well rounded, eco-friendly aspects of plants and gardening. Whether or not you decide to grow some of your own food, or just have a pretty house plant. I think it is environmentally friendly, good for our mental health, and a great way to liven up our living space! Even though I have a rough past with plants, only grew 1 carrot, and severely water deprived my Covid plant..Im giving it a try!  This is your sign to get a plant!  Like I said in my last episode, I want to try gardening. These past few days I've bought some plants, potted them, and started this new plant owning era. I think It's all about doing what you can and trying new things. My goal is to one day grow some of my own food so that its less trips to the store and less plastic packaging. I hope you enjoy this episode!


WEEKLY QUOTE:
“The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.”
– Robert Swan, Author

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Lately, Ive been thinking of our environment. There are so many things that are stressful and overbearing to think about.  There's plastic pollution, Methane emissions and green house gasses, micro plastics, the burning of fossil fuels and non renewable resources, and honestly just the overall wastefulness that we see every day in our society.  I decided that I wanted to do my research and figure out what it is that I can do to become a more sustainable person. This episode is an accumulation of what Ive learned this past week. Its not much and I don't know everything, but It's something. I think that's what matters. I talk about how we should educate ourselves in any way we can and begin to make swaps and sustainable choices with our dollar and voice.

Originally, I wanted to talk about composting and how we can naturally decompose our food waste at home. This is because food waste in landfills releases methane that is a huge contributor to global warming.  Except, I realized I don't actually know enough about composting to talk about it or share advice. Im still on this Journey and Im hoping to start my own compost bin within the next few weeks.
Here are some of the compost videos that I have been learning from. If you are interested, check them out! ( I will be doing a podcast episode on composing once Ive done it and know enough to share advice )

Composting Links:

+ https://foodforward.org/food-waste/whats-the-deal-with-food-waste-and-climate-change/#:~:text=When%20we%20put%20our%20food,produce%20methane%20as%20a%20byproduct.
+https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eO4HdrIXnVU
+https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RyYyy4nKzDg
+https://lovefoodhatewaste.co.nz/heres-one-easy-way-to-tackle-climate-change-that-you-may-not-know-about/

Links to other podcasts that talk about sustainability:

+ https://open.spotify.com/show/6qU6GBIa8dG3CsImQkjZH8?si=92e2f052548048d1
+ https://open.spotify.com/show/1NczjL5JBQDqfsgkKmxql5?si=6cb80a74e0ee470c
+https://open.spotify.com/show/6zrL0QQWBhlVFsCveE2mtE?si=a86b5e1e10df458e

Other Links:

Chickpea Magazine:
+ https://chickpeamagazine.com/
The book Im currently reading:
( If you are interest in reading I suggest seeing if a local library has it, that way you don't have to buy it )
+ https://www.amazon.com/Climate-Optimism-Celebrating-Systemic-Change/dp/1684811589/ref=sr_1_1?crid=ACQT63V952Z2&keywords=climate+optimism&qid=1687812383&sprefix=climate+optimism+%2Caps%2C156&sr=8-1


WEEKLY QUOTE:
“I have promised myself that I’m going to do everything I can for as long as I can.”
— Greta Thunberg

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Since the end of the school year, I've been trying to take the time to set a morning routine that actually works. For the longest time I had either had no routine at all or my routine was so long and extensive that I just never did it. In this episode, I talk about my morning routine and I share some advice on morning routine ideas. I also talk about my new beef with instagram and the videos that I'm constantly seeing that promote a glamorized, unrealistic, aesthetic morning routine. Im not opposed to aesthetics but I feel like the insta reels have the potential to emphasize a routine that isn't necessarily common or implemented by the majority of us.

WEEKLY QUOTE:
“Think like a queen. A queen is not afraid to fail. Failure is another stepping stone to greatness.” — Oprah Winfrey

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In this episode, Leigh and her most influential study mentor (her Mom) talk about how to write the argument essay on the New York State ELA Regents. They share a step-by-step process on how to write this essay, and also discuss the simple ways you can become a better writer. 

Covered in this episode: 

• Study tips/ how to best prepare yourself for this essay 
• Why this is applicable for the future
• Step by Step guide to addressing and writing the essay 
• Better transitions between paragraphs 
• What to do if worst comes to worst

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In this episode, Leigh talks about handling a mental breakdown and the different ways you can react in order to do what's best for yourself. She talks about situations that make her more likely to shut down and also talks about the fact that shutting down is OKAY. It happens to the best of us and its normal for there to be someone who makes you mad or aggravates you. The most important thing is learning how to respond and learning about what you can and cannot handle, so that these situations happen less often.

A little motivational reminder:
Everyone is put on this earth for a reason! You are going to do incredible things with your life! You don't need to know every detail right now. Keep your head high and trust your gut.


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In this episode, Leigh talks about her struggles with productivity and her inability to relax. Lately, life has felt rushed and it has seemed as if there is is never enough time to get work done or to feel accomplished and productive. Leigh talks about some of her beliefs that are actually holding her back from growth. She also talks about her fear of being lazy and how that fear has led her to jump to an opposite extreme. Leigh explains her unhealthy obsession with productivity and what it means to rest, take breaks, and relax. 

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In this episode, Leigh talks about her mindset when she originally started the podcast and how it has shifted and changed over the past year. Its time for a season two! Leigh talks about her new goals for the podcast and the direction she will be taking it in.

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In this episode, Leigh talks about the top three things that have made her past summers, less enjoyable. She shares stories about being at the beach and her inner insecurities. She shares her struggles with comparison, FOMO, social status and society's BS rules. This is the last episode in the Take a Step Back summer series.

LEIGHS ADVICE FOR TODAY:
take a moment today and write down the things you are grateful for! Sometimes we forget about the amazing things that are happening in our lives. Remember the things that have or are happening in your favor, and write them down! This positive energy that you will be emitting into the world, will make its way back to you. 

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