My Practical Mental Health Strategies for Everyday Well-Being: Rituals, Self-Worth, and Boundaries

10/29/24 • 43 min

Experiencing a profound bond with my listeners, I recently faced the emotional challenge of losing a dear friend. This episode of the Artist Within Podcast invites you to explore the nuances of human existence and the personas we adopt to navigate life. Together, we reflect on the power of community and validation, fostering a dialogue about mental health awareness that can lead to a more joyful existence.
We then shift focus to the transformative journey of spirituality and gratitude, where I share personal rituals that serve as a source of resilience and strength. Through everyday acts of service, like fulfilling roles as a wife and mother, and moments of personal reflection, I find solace and connection with God. These rituals, from showering to morning routines, offer a sense of control and balance amidst life's chaos, encouraging you to embrace your own spiritual journey and cultivate gratitude in your daily life.
The episode culminates in a heartfelt discussion on self-worth, emotional processing, and the beauty of interconnectedness. Embracing emotions as a superpower, I delve into navigating grief and the importance of self-compassion. By honoring our unique paths and the bittersweet nature of loss, we learn to live with intentional joy and compassion. The conversation encourages you to appreciate your contributions to the world, embracing the complexity of being human with love and grace.

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In this deeply moving episode, I reflect on the raw and emotional conversation I had with my mother in 2017, which marked the beginning of my healing process and the inception of Project Human Inc. Our conversation revisited the harrowing memories of the Bosnian War, revealing both the resilience and the trauma carried by those who lived through it. Through my mother's recounting, we uncovered the unimaginable decisions she had to make, from protecting her children in the face of violence to walking miles with nothing but determination to survive.

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