The Matriarch Diaries

In this episode I dive into my relationship with food and my body because boyyy it’s been rocky. I give a synopsis of my challenges with binge eating, bulimia, and anorexia followed by some of the solutions I’ve found to help. I have not “healed” my relationship with food and my body but am actively healing it each day through consistent actions and positive self talk. I talk about how I’ve learned to show up for myself with fitness and a healthy diet and all the ways that has improved my life. If you struggle with eating healthy and taking care of yourself— or if you just want to work on yourself a bit more— this episode is for you. 

In this episode I talk all about confidence. I discuss why you need to have it in order to thrive and the ways it will change your life. I go through some of my early experiences with being not confident and discuss some of the mindset shifts that have helped me build it. If you struggle with standing strong in who you are or with letting other people’s judgements affect you- this episode is for you!! 

In this episode I talk about my personal experience with having ADHD. I go over the 7 types of ADD, the difference between ADD and ADHD, and talk about what resonates with me. I also discuss my viewpoint and experience with taking medication along with what I do to manage my ADHD symptoms and behaviors completely naturally. In true ADHD fashion I talk about all sorts of stuff in this episode. If you are fascinated by the human brain or if you have wondered if you may have ADD this episode is for you! 

In this episode I tell the story of my abusive ex boyfriend and how it all came crashing down.  I give you the details and talk about addiction to unhealthy people, substance abuse, enduring mind manipulation, and more. This was emotional for me to record but I know it can help someone so it’s worth it.
Luckily this story does have a happy ending… I also discuss my current healthy relationship and some of the lessons it has taught me about love and self worth. As well as making the transition from an abusive relationship to a loving one because it’s not always easy. If you’re someone who finds themselves in toxic relationships or if you just want to learn more this episode is for you!

In this episode I get really real with you guys and walk you through some of the realizations I’ve had about how to get past your trauma. It’s hard but it has really changed my life and I wanted to share. From cutting out toxic people, to quitting the job you hate, to learning how to make your body and mind thrive— I touch on lots of life changing concepts in this episode. Buckle up and enjoy:) 

In this episode I reflect on my old people pleasing tendencies and how I’ve turned things around just like you can too. You deserve to feel strong in who you are and in what you want out of life. Join me to talk self discovery, setting boundaries, putting yourself first, and becoming the most authentic version of you! 

Potential trigger warning: eating disorders. In this episode I reflect on my tumultuous relationship with food and my body. I talk about how I think my issues with food came about and all I learned from these experiences. From obese to anorexic to finally being healthy, it has been quite the journey. But no matter what you look like, you deserve to be treated with love and respect. We are all on a unique path and in order to become the best versions of ourself we must recognize that. -Natalee