Staying Real & Resilient: See the Silver Lining Without Ignoring the Clouds

We’ve all had those days where everything (and everyone) gets under your skin. When frustration builds, patience wears thin, and staying positive feels impossible.
In this episode, we discuss the real side of stress, mindset and emotional growth, the moments that test you but also teach you.
We share our personal stories around managing frustration, how hunger and cortisol can completely shift your mood and the importance of surrounding yourself with genuine positivity (not the toxic kind).
We talk about why suppressing emotions doesn’t make you stronger, how childhood experiences shape the way we respond and why reflection is key for personal growth and self-awareness.
This episode is packed with real talk about choosing awareness over reaction, practicing emotional regulation and finding calm in the chaos and a reminder that emotional health is something we practice daily

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to The Bold Moves Podcast
01:10 Frustration: A Human Experience
06:31 The Impact of Hunger on Mood
09:57 Choosing How Long Frustration Lasts
12:18 Cortisol and Its Effects on Stress
14:32 Finding Positivity Amidst Negativity
19:41 Influences on Positive Mindset
23:45 Generational Perspectives on Positivity
24:44 The Journey to Recognition
26:27 Understanding Toxic Positivity
30:39 The Impact of Childhood Experiences
35:12 Actionable Steps for Emotional Well-being
40:36 The Importance of Reflection and Response

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