In this episode, licensed therapist Lauren Ruth Martin discusses the challenges of embracing contentment and joy amidst skepticism and overthinking. She explores the tendency to brace for impact when things are going well and offers practical tools to help listeners savor positive moments without feeling overwhelmed. The conversation emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and emotional resilience in navigating feelings of joy and discomfort.

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In this episode of the Nine to Kind Podcast, Licensed Therapist Lauren Ruth Martin discusses the importance of mindful planning and the concept of exit plans, particularly in the context of feeling stuck in various life situations. She introduces the "mindful prepper" mindset and emphasizes the need for a flexible approach to decision-making, contrasting it with fixed and fatalistic mindsets. The episode encourages listeners to brainstorm without editing their thoughts and to explore various options when considering significant life changes. Lauren also highlights the importance of validating your desires and engaging in intentional survival mode to prepare for potential changes in life.

Takeaways:

Exit plans can help in feeling stuck in life situations.

RODBT Flexible mind allows for exploring options beyond fixed and fatalistic thinking.

Brainstorming without editing is crucial for clarity.

Scaling options helps in making informed decisions.

Engaging in intentional survival mode prepares for unexpected changes.

Exploring possibilities can lead to unexpected opportunities.

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The Nine to Kind Podcast is back! In this episode, Licensed Therapist Lauren Ruth Martin discusses the importance of self-compassion, especially for perfectionists and overthinkers. She shares her personal journey of taking a break from the podcast and the challenges of running a product-based business. The conversation delves into the myths surrounding self-compassion, emphasizing the need to extend kindness to oneself and recognizing the unrealistic standards often imposed by society. Lauren encourages listeners to embrace their own playbook and prioritize self-care as a means to enjoy life more fully.

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10 lessons from recording 100 episodes of the podcast. This past three years have included some of the most challenging moments of my life...and a lot of it involved the battle with myself. I share what's next for myself and the podcast. Thank you for being part of this community!

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Envy is an emotion we are taught to ignore or challenge, rarely have we been taught to tune into our envy. What if we did? What might we learn? I give some brief insight on how listening to envy helped me get back to living by my values and taking some healthy risks for my burnout.

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Boundary crossing season is upon us! Our time and bandwidth are the most valuable and finite resources--how do we maintain the boundaries that protect them? This episode goes into what we should keep in mind when setting and maintaining boundaries. We focus on the non-negotiable boundaries.

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Overwhelmed? Tired? Uncertain? These feelings are far too common for overthinkers and overdoers. When the world seems to be constantly intense, how do we cope or even accept that it's too much? This episode offers a guide for slowing down, validating our experiences, and restarting. If you are struggling with owning the difficulty of life (because yes it's always worse elsewhere) this episode is a reminder that your life and health matter.

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Burnout recovery is a marathon, not a sprint. What's important to consider are the factors outside of our control that make us more vulnerable to burnout in the first place. This episode goes into the mindset behind burnout management, and offers compassionate perspectives on how to maintain motivation. 

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Shame is a heck of an emotion, and it's beyond easy to get stuck in a shame spiral. I offer insights from my recent experience in the spiral and offer guidance on how you can get out too.

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A phrase that's increased popularity lately but none of us have a clear definition of what it means to "own it." It's easy to avoid or overdo shame, which leads us to staying stagnant. How do we feel the cringe without getting down on ourselves? How can we repair when we mess up? I offer a formula for owning it.

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