A huge part of this podcast is actively seeking to understand other people's perspectives and struggles. Even if the topic is something that is typically avoided. This episode is the first in a subseries called, "Uncomfortable Conversations."    I would like to give a trigger warning as this episode is about self-injury and may be uncomfortable or disturbing for some listeners.   I believe it's extremely important to talk about it. There are so many misconceptions about self-injury.   To help us better understand this topic, we have Karen Vincent back on the podcast! If you've been with us for a while you will remember her from episode 6, "Creating Healthy Habits." You guys loved her in that episode so I'm really excited to have her back today!   She is a licensed mental health therapist for over 20 years. She is a certified life coach and health coach. Throughout her career, she worked with many people who have struggled with self-injury as well as done intensive studies with DBT therapy as well as other extensive training.   This is one of those episodes that are important to listen to even if you yourself have never experienced this. Karen gives excellent advice on how to better understand someone in your life who is struggling with self-injury or even if you just want to educate yourself more on the topic.   If you made it this far, thank you so much! I know that these conversations can be uncomfortable but I truly believe it is crucial to have them and I applaud you for listening and educating yourself more on this topic.    New episodes are released every Thursday so don't forget to hit the follow button to be notified when they are uploaded!    Got Questions for Karen? Click here!   Click here to listen to the other podcast episode with Karen!   You can also be a part of the continued conversation over on Instagram and if you are interested, I just recently started sending out newsletters with key takeaways from the episodes, resources, behind the scenes, and more!    Newsletter Sign up + Free Core Values Workbook!   I would love to hear from you so feel free to Send Me A Message! on Instagram or via e-mail at [email protected]   Please know that you are not alone and we can overcome, together.   - Heather