Prepare yourself, because Mother's Day is right around the corner. We don't think your expectations are too high. After all, you deserve to be treated to a day off and full pampering. It's just that you're just going to have to do it yourself to have those expectations met. This episode, my mother and are are talking about what we thought this fun holiday would be like, the reality, and things we can do to make it the event that it SHOULD be.

Places to Find Good Ideas:

https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/relationships-love/a43851779/what-moms-really-want-for-mothers-day/

https://anthemstrongfamilies.org/what-does-a-mother-really-want-for-mothers-day/

https://www.sleepfullbaby.com/blog/what-do-moms-actually-want-for-mothers-day-5000-moms-answered

https://infantino.com/blogs/blog/celebrate-you

This episode we're talking about spring cleaning your self, your whole self - Mind, Body, and Spirit. We're talking about why it's important to take a total inventory of 15 different areas of your life, what you can do to improve your experience, and the benefits that come from all of this intentional clean up.

Medical Resources/Info:

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8305859/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3126102/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/search/research-news/2037/

https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2015/08/positive-emotions-your-health

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10740995/

https://news2use.ors.nih.gov/Pages/-Words-of-Encouragement-in-Challenging-Times.aspx

https://blog.nasm.org/spring-cleaning-tips-for-your-gut

https://www.nih.gov/health-information/your-healthiest-self-wellness-toolkits

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/search/research-news/15729/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/search/research-news/18804/

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-roots-of-health/202204/why-spring-cleaning-is-good-for-your-health

https://grad.uc.edu/student-life/news/spring-cleaning-strategies.html

https://chhs.news.niu.edu/2020/04/08/nutrition-in-you-spring-cleaning-and-detox-diets/

https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2012/01/mindfulness-matters

This episode kicks off our two-part series on spring cleaning. In part one, we are discussing spring cleaning your home for improved environmental wellness. We're diving into all this clean from clutter to toxic products and how a clean home will bring you joy and so much more.

Medical Info/Resources:

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/podcasts/health-essentials/decluttering-your-life-how-cleaning-and-mental-health-are-connected-with-dr-dawn-potter

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9736414/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6726387/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1448690/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38917624/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7315790/

Environmental Working Group: https://www.ewg.org/cleaners/

You have one job in the entire universe (in your time here) and that is to take care of you. On this episode, my mom and I are talking about the new self-care, sharing our perspectives, what makes this different, how to begin, and where it might lead. Taking care of your human is more complex, deeper, all-encompassing.

Medical Info/Resources:

https://hbr.org/2020/08/reframe-how-you-think-about-self-care

https://hbr.org/2020/10/serious-leaders-need-self-care-too

https://hbr.org/2021/04/theres-no-right-way-to-do-self-care

https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/caring-for-your-mental-health

https://www.ephysician.ir/index.php/browse-issues/2017/9/802-5212

https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/stress/2015/snapshot

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10943-017-0400-6

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26026153/

https://www.annualreviews.org/content/journals/10.1146/annurev.psych.60.110707.163539

https://www.psychiatricnursing.org/article/S0883-9417(20)30559-8/fulltext

Matt Husey Interview

Part 1 https://youtu.be/YrJxrxotvi0?si=TkEml_Ldv04kmOYo

Part 2. https://youtu.be/kBbM3oVvUNQ?si=O-DX7Sf-I440Mr0z

Another https://youtu.be/bbomohAqD_Q?si=858kuVBhQcUGxg9_

On this episode my mom and I are talking about the importance of having a ride or die friendship.

Medical Resources/Info:

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10343095/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6441127/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4045505/

https://www.apa.org/monitor/2023/06/cover-story-science-friendship

https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/wholeness/a46751752/sharon-malone-grown-women-talk-excerpt/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9902704/

https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/friendships/art-20044860

https://www.taylorfrancis.com/chapters/edit/10.4324/9781351231879-5/role-friendships-well-being-beverley-fehr-cheryl-harasymchuk

https://www.cell.com/neuron/fulltext/S0896-6273(19)30434-9

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10872903/

This episode is all about the power of being grateful. My mom and I are talking about how gratitude leads to happiness and a fulfilled life.

Medical Resources/Info:

https://positivepsychology.com/benefits-of-gratitude/

https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/can-expressing-gratitude-improve-health

https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2019/03/practicing-gratitude

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3010965/

https://positivepsychology.com/gratitude-happiness-research/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32579432/

https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/health-and-happiness-go-hand-in-hand

https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/giving-thanks-can-make-you-happier

https://positivepsychology.com/gratitude-appreciation/

On this episode, my mom and I are exploring habit change. We are diving into the difficulties we encounter, how to set ourselves up for success, be prepared for challenges, and gather the support we need to successfully make a change in our lives.

We're diving in to find out if manifesting is neuroscience or woo-woo on this episode. We're exploring the power and, yes, science behind the art of manifestation. You'll learn what manifesting is, different perspectives, approaches, how the brain process, and what is needed to manifest your life's desires.

Medical Info/Resources:

https://www.jamesrdotymd.com/mindmagic

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37421301/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9845882/

https://www.thesecret.tv/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20975138/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4814782/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33112897/