In this episode, Diosa Llabaria, an artist and childcare specialist turned entrepreneur in emotional well-being and art therapy, joins Lili Le to discuss the importance of emotional wellness and self-care for working moms. Diosa shares her journey and how she ended up serving moms in the realm of emotional well-being. She emphasizes the significance of emotional energy and how it gives purpose to our thoughts and actions. Diosa also highlights the need for self-care and how it is often seen as a luxury rather than a necessity. She encourages women to prioritize emotional self-care and offers practical tips for incorporating it into daily life. In this episode, Lili and Diosa discuss the importance of emotional intelligence and how it can be used as a tool for personal growth and leadership. They also explore the concept of art therapy and its role in promoting emotional well-being and self-expression. Diosa shares her book, Femme Emotion, a reverse coloring book that guides readers through various art therapy techniques. They discuss practical ways to integrate art therapy into daily routines, emphasizing the importance of self-care and finding time for creativity. The conversation concludes with a discussion on resilience and the importance of thriving, not just surviving.
Emotional energy gives purpose to our thoughts and actions.
Self-care is often seen as a luxury, but it is a necessity for emotional well-being.
Working moms often experience a loss of identity and need to reconnect with themselves.
Emotional self-care involves talking to yourself with grace and kindness.
Asian culture often overlooks emotional well-being and emphasizes external standards.
Breaking generational trauma requires awareness and conscious effort.
Leading by example is crucial in teaching children about emotional well-being and self-care. Emotional intelligence is essential for personal growth and leadership.
Art therapy is a powerful tool for promoting emotional well-being and self-expression.
Integrating art therapy into daily routines can be done in as little as 10-15 minutes per day.
Resilience is the ability to cope and balance emotions, and it can be honed through self-awareness and proper outlets.
Surviving means maintaining physical needs, while thriving means achieving a strong sense of self and purpose.
Prioritizing emotional energy and self-care is crucial for personal growth and leadership.
Creativity is a powerful tool for self-expression and healing.
Finding time for self-care and creativity is possible by being intentional and prioritizing activities that bring joy and fulfillment.
Resilience is about preventing overload and finding healthy coping mechanisms.
Thriving is about knowing oneself, achieving goals, and embracing a sense of purpose.
Art therapy can be integrated into daily routines, even with children, and can be a valuable tool for self-care and self-expression.
Self-care and emotional well-being are essential for both personal and parenting journeys.
Embracing creativity and self-expression can lead to a more fulfilling and authentic life.
Resilience is about finding healthy coping mechanisms and preventing emotional overload.
Thriving is about knowing oneself, achieving goals, and embracing a sense of purpose.00:00 Introduction to Emotional Wellness and Art Therapy
06:30 Reconnecting with Identity and Purpose as a Working Mom
14:05 Overcoming Generational Trauma and Cultural Expectations
31:29 Diving into Emotional Intelligence
39:14 Integrating Art Therapy into Daily Routines
51:28 Thriving: Knowing Oneself and Embracing Purpose
Our Guest: Diosa LLabaria
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Website: https://emmother.com/about-meFemmotions Book: https://payhip.com/b/8fX7o
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Website: https://thefeminineleadership.co/
