Ep. 23 - Q&A with Barb and Michelle

07/26/22 • 60 min

In this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle switch it up and answer your questions! We are so grateful to everyone who sent in questions, and we loved answering them! The most hot topic questions are on dealing with narcissists, more on our personal story, and more of our thoughts on managing grief!

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Resources Mentioned in Today’s Podcast:

Barb’s favorite books

Michelle’s favorite book

Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert

Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life Bookshelf

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Ep. 22 - Our Favorite Self-Care Practice

In this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle talk about their favorite self-care practice, setting boundaries. In this conversation, they break down what a boundary is, why it’s so helpful for us to set them, and why this practice is truly the ultimate form of self-care. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.

Episode Notes:

Boundaries allow us to have more compassion.

Boundaries are not about the other person. They are about self-care and empowering yourself.

How do we set boundaries for ourselves?

Notice within your life the trigger points that brings complaining.
Remove yourself from situations that don’t align with your beliefs.
Don’t share private information with people who haven’t earned your trust.
Choose to mute or unfollow people that don’t make you feel good about yourself.

When communicating your boundaries:

State your needs. Use “I” statements, such as “I need”. Avoid “you” statements and words like never, always, all the time.
Be open to listening and engaging with the person you are communicating with.

Top four tips for setting healthy boundaries:

Be clear about what the boundary is.
Keep it simple enough for someone to remember it.
Do not apologize when setting the boundary. It sends mixed messages.
Be consistent when reinforcing your boundaries.

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Ep. 24 - Our Top Practice for 2022

In this week’s episode, Barb and Michelle discuss the #1 trait they are working to cultivate this year. Any guesses what it is? Resilience! We know how hard life has been for all of us lately, so tune in to learn their top five tips for cultivating resilience. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your experiences with us @BarbKnowsBestPod or at www.michellemaros.com/podcast.

Episode Notes:

Resilience can be learned.

Five tips to help you cultivate your resilience:

1. Shift your perspective.

a. The practice of asking yourself how to see things differently.

2. Look on the brighter side of the situation.

a. Search for whatever goodness you can find in a bad situation.

b. Visualize what you want to accomplish for yourself. Be specific.

3. Cultivate a deep sense of hope.

4. Have gratitude for the simple joys.

5. Practice self-compassion and self-forgiveness.

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