Ever feel like you've missed opportunities? Or you get an opportunity at the perfect time? Or, like me, it is not at the right time which requires an immense amount of patience. I know times like these are bound to happen, but with some rest, relaxation and patience we will get there. 

Love to you all!

Hello, everyone, 

I am so proud of this episode. Positive self talk is a STRUGGLE for me. I have ALWAYS been hard on myself and have hated the way I look. However, I have been trying to be better and more intentional on how I talk about myself. It is an ongoing process but I am working on being better. In today's episode, I discuss some ideas of how to be better with positive self talk, more intentional on what to say to ourself and others, and give some affirmations at the end of the episode. The journey to self love has taken a LONG time and I am STILL on that journey. But it is getting better and better each day. I discuss bullying, social media, and how that can effect what we think of ourselves as well. 

If you are struggling or having suicidal thoughts, please dial 988 for the 24/7 hotline. Or text/whats app to 741741 to get 24/7 counselor as well. 

Love to you all.

The past few weeks I have really struggled to know my worth. I have been defeated at work multiple times and it has led to an immense amount of burnout. So - how do I get through it? Honestly, I am still trying to figure it out. However, mentally knowing I will get a vacation next week is getting me through. Knowing my worth has been a crazy experience over the years. It is hard for me to say "I am worth it, I matter"; however, I know I need to be more positive about myself. Why? Because I matter. YOU matter. Each and everyone matters, you deserve to be happy and no one gets to change that. I struggle with confrontation knowing I could disappoint someone with my decision. But sometimes, change is needed to feel happy again. Whether that be small or big changes. No matter what, trust your get because it is usually telling you the right thing to do. 

Anyone else burnt out, exhausted, or in a bad place mentally? SAMEEEE. Too many times in my life I would go to work miserable when I wanted to take the day off only because I didn't want it to disappoint my employer. But currently, I have come to realize that your mental health is FAR too important. If you are struggling and just need a break I suggest a day off. Obviously, be sure you have the PTO, sick day time, etc; however, I didn't know HOW BADLY I needed that day off until I took it. My son was sick which I planned to take off because of it, but I realized too that I needed that day for me too. There are so many times I went to work MISERABLE to make sure I didn't disappoint my coworkers, etc. But now I realize that if I show up to work in the mental headspace of "I don't want to be here", then I know I will not perform at best. By being at home for a day I could take some time for MYSELF, enjoy my son and get in a better headspace. 

I talk about situations I have been through and how badly I needed time off. I discuss the importance of a vacation or staycation to re-energize yourself. I didn't realize how important my mental health was until the past few years. Now I am putting at the forefront. 

& to all my listeners - I love you and THANK YOU. I can't believe we are almost to 300 listens! You all are incredible and I owe everything to you guys on listening to my little podcast. Can't wait for more episodes! <3 

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For the longest time, I let the stigma around mental health prevent me from seeking help after having my son in February of 2021. But I realized quickly that if I didn't get help that I would continue to suffer from the trauma I went through. As soon as I talked with my provider, I got the resources and help I needed for my anxiety. I advocated for myself continuously, but previously I was terrified to even mention anxiety - afraid of what others might think. The stigma around mental health is still present to this day and it is incredibly frustrating. Many suffer from mental illness and many don't find the help they need and it is too late. Let's speak up about mental illness to END the stigma. It could save thousands of lives and help many get the help they need. 

If you are having thoughts of suicide contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 800-273-8255 or dial 988. 

Statistics on Mental Health and Suicide: 

1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year

Suicide is the 12th leading cause of death. 

In 2020, 45,979 Americans died by suicide.

In 2020, there were an estimated 1.20M suicide attempts.

Unfortunately, grief is something we deal with at least once in our lifetime. Let's be real...it SUCKS. But when one experiences grief we learn how to become stronger even through the lowest of times. In today's episode, I discuss the grief my husband and I went through when his mom passed away a few years ago. I talk of moving on vs moving forward - as discussed in Nora McInerny's Ted Talk - link below if want to listen to her speak (highly recommend). And how to rediscover your faith whether that be as a Christian, non-religious person, etc. I hope that this podcast can help someone who has experienced grief, or reach someone so they can help someone grieving. When you grieve it is one of the worst seasons of your life - but know that their is light in your journey. No grieving is the same, it comes in waves and its okay to grieve longer than others. Sending love and warmth to those grieving in this season of your life.