This is an Affirmation Episode!! Say it with me!

Today, I am willing to acknowledge, admit, and accept that I know what I know.-An Affirmation from the book "Until Today" by Iyanla Vanzant, all rights reserved.

In this episode, host Three emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and the acknowledgment of one's knowledge. The conversation encourages listeners to embrace their inner strength and act confidently based on their insights.

Takeaways

• Acknowledge what you know to avoid self-denial.
• Seeking validation can lead to confusion and conflict.
• Your internal responses signal when you are denying your truth.
• Acting against your knowledge can create physical discomfort.
• It's essential to recognize your own clarity regardless of others' opinions.
• Today, commit to acknowledging your own knowledge.

Connect with me:

• My website www.3madeit.com • Social media... Instagram- @therpersonaldetailsposdcast • FB https://www.facebook.com/PodcastThree • You tube- www.youtube.com/@thedetails3 • Three Made It Crochet - For crochet hats and podcast merch, check out Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop/threemadeit. IG: @3madeitcrochet • My current publication for sale on Amazon: a. One Day At a Time, Writing Journal -https://a.co/d/0eVFSGlqThe Hibiscus Writing Journal- https://a.co/d/iXT4gd2

The Art of Balancing Self-Care and Rest

In this episode, we explore the importance of self-care and the distinction between mere rest and true relaxation. The conversation delves into practical strategies for meaningful self-care and the significance of setting boundaries.

Shout-Outs, Shout-out: Friends of the Show:

• Yari De Leon - Yahira DeLeón, LMSW Therapist (Bilingual - Spanish) Yahira DeLeón is a dedicated Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with a Master’s Degree in Social Work Yahira founded "Transcends" Through this organization, she offers educational initiatives, professional development, and direct services to victims and survivors of human trafficking and gender-based crimes https://transcends.life/

• Shout out to Civil Conversations Podcast, where host Liz, explores NYC policy and politics with NYC civil servants. Visit her website at Civil Conversations Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/civilconversationsnyc/

• ADHD and Other Things Featuring (Pronounced Jah da) Jay'Ada Mercedes A podcast about ADHD: what it is and how it impacts our relationships and shapes our life experiences—at home, at school, and at work. https://aboutadhdandotherthings.buzzsprout.com/2105961/episodes

Sleep & Rest Statistics There are seven types of rest:

• Physical (sleep, stretching, deep breathing)

• Mental (quieting an overactive mind)

• Sensory (disconnecting from screens & noise)

• Emotional (processing feelings, talking to a friend)

• Social (resting from energy-draining relationships)

• Creative (reigniting inspiration)

• Spiritual (connecting to something greater than yourself)

The Science of Rest & Sleep

• 35% of adults in the U.S. report getting less than the recommended 7 hours of sleep per night. (CDC, 2023)

• Sleep deprivation costs the U.S. economy $411 billion annually due to lost productivity and health issues. (RAND Corporation, 2017)

• Lack of sleep increases the risk of heart disease, obesity, depression, and impaired cognitive function. (National Sleep Foundation, 2023)• 85% of people use electronic devices before bed, leading to lower sleep quality. (Sleep Foundation, 2023)

• Only 1 in 3 people feel they get enough mental rest daily, even when they aren’t physically tired. (Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, 2021) Book Recommendations

1. "Why We Sleep" – Dr. Matthew Walker

2."The Sleep Revolution"—Arianna Huffington

3."Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity" – Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith

4. "Rest: Why You Get More Done When You Work Less" – Alex Soojung-Kim Pang

5. "The Miracle of Mindfulness" – Thích Nhất Hạnh 6."Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle" – Emily Nagoski & Amelia Nagoski

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•My website: www.3madeit.com• Instagram- @therpersonaldetailsposdcast •FB https://www.facebook.com/PodcastThree

• YouTube- www.youtube.com/@thedetails3

•Three Made It Crochet - check out Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop/threemadeit. IG: @3madeitcrochet

• My current publication for sale on Amazon:

One Day At a Time, Writing Journal -https://a.co/d/0eVFSGlqb. The Hibiscus Writing Journal- https://a.co/d/iXT4gd2

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In this episode, the host Three discusses the unique challenges and opportunities that winter brings to urban living, particularly in New York City. The conversation explores how winter affects social interactions, personal routines, and self-care practices. The host emphasizes the importance of intentional living, finding joy in solitude, and preparing for uncertainties during the colder months. Listeners are encouraged to embrace the season as a time for reflection, growth, and connection with themselves and others.

Affirmation:  "Today I am devoted to the examination of my motives and methods for staying in a situation where I could possibly get hurt."

 Crystal of the Episode: Amethyst for calm and clarity

 Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/15wB2RDAlVtyDiO4zh5j6Q?si=4WbzENhzTk-GCQonZv4IuA&utm_source=copy-link

 My latest Blog post- https://3madeit.com/my-blog/f/winter-in-the-city-navigating-life-as-a-single-woman

 Chapters

00:00 Understanding Relationships and Their Evolution

02:00 Examining Motives for Staying in Relationships

03:14 Embracing Winter's Slowdown

07:21 Navigating Grocery Shopping in Winter

10:55 Shifts in Social Life During Winter

12:56 Finding Joy in Solitude

14:39 Preparing for Uncertainty

17:58 Balancing Work and Life in Winter

21:27 Winter Vibes and Music Recommendations

24:02 Navigating Winter: Tips and Reflections

25:34 Community Engagement and Upcoming Events

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Creating space to be intentional. In this conversation, the host Three discusses the importance of setting intentions for the new year, emphasizing mindfulness, self-reflection, and actionable steps to create a fulfilling life. The discussion covers practical strategies for decluttering physical and mental spaces and the significance of community and support in personal growth.

Opening Affirmation

Crystal Gem Zone" Clear Quartz

Song of the Episode: Adding to "Play the Details" Playlist Song: "Unwritten" by Natasha Bedingfield. Why? It’s a motivational anthem perfect for the New Year, celebrating possibility and personal growth.

5 Steps to Set and Stick to Intentions • Step 1: Reflect on the past year (What worked? What didn’t?) • Step 2: Write positive, open-ended intentions. • Step 3: Create a visual reminder. • Step 4: Break intentions into small, actionable steps. • Step 5: Regularly check in with yourself.

My latest Blog post: https://3madeit.com/my-blog Living in an NYC apartment presents unique challenges when preparing for a shelter in place. Here’s a comprehensive guide to ensure you’re ready for emergencies such as power outages, severe weather, fires, or even city-wide disruptions: This can be a great checklist.. Available free

Shout-Outs, Shout-out: Friends of the Show:

• Dr. Danielle Waldron is a Guyana-born and Brooklyn-bred Afro-Caribbean woman, executive coach, and clinical psychologist. She founded and hosts "Conversations on the Couch," a platform focused on destigmatizing and unpacking mental health topics. https://www.convosonthecouch.com/ • Shout out to Civil Conversations Podcast, where host Liz, explores NYC policy and politics with NYC civil servants. Visit her website at Civil Conversations Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/civilconversationsnyc/ • ADHD and Other Things Featuring Jay'Ada Mercedes (Pronounced Jah da) A podcast about ADHD: what it is and how it impacts our relationships and shapes our life experiences—at home, at school, and at work. https://aboutadhdandotherthings.buzzsprout.com/2105961/episodes • Talk Therapy- Christopher Lynn Logue A safe space for you to explore and express your emotions and thoughts and develop and work towards goals. Offering teletherapy at this time. https://christopherlynnlogue.com/moreaboutme. • Shakina Shaw - Author and Philanthropist. Check out her books, "Conundrums Impacting Business Sustainability," "TOGETHER ADDRESSING YOUTH LITERACY," and her new book "More Feathers Please." For more information, visit her website: https://authorshaw.com/ or find her on Instagram: @Author_S.Shaw • Gratitude: Thank you listeners for starting your year with me• Share your2025 intentions using the hashtag #Personaldetailspod2025

Mental Health Resources: • Therapy for Black girls https://therapyforblackgirls.com/about/ Therapy for Black Girls is an online space dedicated to encouraging the mental wellness of Black women and girls.• The HOPELINE is New York’s statewide, toll-free telephone hotline, offering help for alcoholism, drug abuse, and/or problem gambling. 24/7 HOPEline: Call 1-877-8-HOPENY | Text 467369. • NYC Well -l Connect with someone who will listen and help. Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Call 1-888-NYC-WELL (1-888-692-9355) Visit them online https://nycwell.cityofnewyork.us/en/get-help-now/ Text NYC Well - Text WELL to 65173Contact me:

• My website www.3madeit.com

• Instagram- @therpersonaldetailsposdcast • Join the conversation using hashtags: #womenleaders #thepersonaldetailspod #nycpodcaster#3madeit #spreadlovetheCrochetway #details

Summary

Host Three, shares personal travel experiences and reflections on fulfillment, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and compassion in navigating life's complexities.

• My Personal Details Update… I Visited Cairo

• 3 New music additions to my Spotify Podcast Playlist: " Play the Details": I do not own rights to any music played on the podcast and is used for education and reference. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/15wB2RDAlVtyDiO4zh5j6Q?si=4WbzENhzTk-GCQonZv4IuA&utm_source=copy-link

Friends of the Show: A big shout-out

Shout out to Civil Conversations Podcast, where host Liz, explores NYC policy and politics with NYC civil servants. Visit her website at Civil Conversations https://civilconversationsnyc.com

• ADHD and Life Coaching with Yeara (Pronounced J ah da) https://www.coachingwithyeara.com/

• Talk Therapy- Christopher Lynn Logue https://christopherlynnlogue.com/talk-therapy

o Ms. Shakina Shaw - Author and Philanthropist. Check out her books, "Conundrums Impacting Business Sustainability," "TOGETHER ADDRESSING YOUTH LITERACY," and her new book "More Feathers Please." For more information, visit her website: https://authorshaw.com/ or find her on Instagram: @Author_S.Shaw.

Mental Health Resources:

• Therapy for Black girls https://therapyforblackgirls.com/about/ Therapy for Black Girls is an online space dedicated to encouraging the mental wellness of Black women and girls.

• The HOPELINE is New York’s statewide, toll-free telephone hotline, offering help for alcoholism, drug abuse, and/or problem gambling. 24/7 HOPEline: Call 1-877-8-HOPENY | Text 467369.

• NYC Well -l Connect with someone who will listen and help. Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Call 1-888-NYC-WELL (1-888-692-9355) Visit them online https://nycwell.cityofnewyork.us/en/get-help-now/ Text NYC Well - Text WELL to 65173

Contact me:

• My website www.3madeit.com

• Social media... Instagram- @therpersonaldetailsposdcast

• FB https://www.facebook.com/PodcastThree

• You tube- www.youtube.com/@thedetails3

• Three Made It Crochet - For crochet hats and podcast merch, check out Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop/threemadeit. IG: @3madeitcrochet

• My current publication for sale on Amazon:

a. One Day At a Time, Writing Journal -https://a.co/d/0eVFSGlq

b. The Hibiscus Writing Journal- https://a.co/d/iXT4gd2

Join the conversation using hashtags:

#womenleaders #thepersonaldetailspod #nycpodcaster#3madeit #spreadlovetheCrochetway #details

Thank you for being a part of our community, and we hope you enjoy today's episode! Stay tuned for more exciting content coming your way.

Thanks for listening: Make sure to give yourself and others space and

Current Publication for sale on Amazon One Day At a Time, Writing

Resource:

ADHD and Life Coaching with Yeara 

Podcast latest episodes: https://www.coachingwithyeara.com/podcast/episode/761c424a/a-positive-psychology-approach-to-adhd

Mental Health Resources:

Contact:

My website  www.3madeit.com

Social media... Instagram- @therpersonaldetailsposdcast or FB https://www.facebook.com/PodcastThree

You tube- www.youtube.com/@thedetails3

Join the conversation using hashtags: #womenleaders

Thank you for being a part of our community, and we hope you enjoy

Happy Holidays. Thanks for listening: Make sure to give yourself and others space and grace.

Episode segments:

• An Affirmation from the book "Until Today" by Iyanla Vanzant, all rights rese

• Crystal Gem Zone - the meaning of a crystal or gem is

• Wonder Belly Antacid vs Tums

• 2020 Justice for murder in Queens

• Big heart Poor Men

• NYC Flooding

• Mixed bag of October and November episodes.

• My Personal Details update...

• New additions to my Spotify Podcast Playlist: " Play the Details": I do not own rights to any music played on the podcast and is used for education and reference. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/15wB2RDAlVtyDiO4zh5j6Q?si=4WbzENhzTk-GCQonZv4IuA&utm_source=copy-link

New Resource:

ADHD and Life Coaching with Yeara (Pronounced J ah da) https://www.coachingwithyeara.com/

Podcast latest episodes: https://www.coachingwithyeara.com/podcast/episode/761c424a/a-positive-psychology-approach-to-adhd

• Friends of the Show: A big shout-out .

• Talk Therapy- Christophe Lynn Logue https://christopherlynnlogue.com/talk-therapy

o Three Made It Crochet - For hats and more. Find them on Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop/threemadeit. They now offer hand-sewn satin bonnets and face coverings. Ig: @3madeitcrochet

o Ms. Shakina Shaw - Author and Philanthropist. Check out her books, "Conundrums Impacting Business Sustainability," "TOGETHER ADDRESSING YOUTH LITERACY," and her new book "More Feathers Please." For more information, visit her website: https://authorshaw.com/ or find her on Instagram: @Author_S.Shaw.

Mental Health Resources:

• Therapy for Black girls https://therapyforblackgirls.com/about/ Therapy for Black Girls is an online space dedicated to encouraging the mental wellness of Black women and girls.

• The HOPELINE is New York’s statewide, toll-free telephone hotline, offering help for alcoholism, drug abuse, and/or problem gambling. 24/7 HOPEline: Call 1-877-8-HOPENY | Text 467369.

• NYC Well -l Connect with someone who will listen and help. Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Call 1-888-NYC-WELL (1-888-692-9355) Visit them online https://nycwell.cityofnewyork.us/en/get-help-now/ Text NYC Well - Text WELL to 65173

Contact:

My website www.thepersonaldetails.com

Social media... Instagram- @therpersonaldetailsposdcast or FB https://www.facebook.com/PodcastThree

Join the conversation using hashtags: #womenleaders #thepersonaldetailspod #interviews #nycpodcaster #3madeit

Thank you for being a part of our community, and we hope you enjoy today's episode! Stay tuned for more exciting content coming your way.