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I have struggled with emotional eating for awhile now. There are three things I am doing to try and combat the stress, anxiety, and depression that emotional eating has added to my life. As a result of my postpartum depression I realized I have gained weight as a coping mechanism from the added stress of doing it all as a single mother. I had to be honest with myself and face my emotional eating habits. Here are the things I am doing to wok through this and overcome it. Remembering my WHY- I want to set a healthy example for my daughter so I decided to start doing all that I can to face my emotional eating. Using IF/THEN statements- putting myself in a scenario before it happens with my emotional eating has helped me realize the points when I may turn to food as an outlet from my anxiety, stress, or if I feel depressed. The if/then statements really help put you in that situation before it happens so you can recognize when you are turning to food and replace that with a healthier way to manage the emotions that are most difficult. Taking away the guilt- I have always beat myself up and shamed myself when I wasn't eating the right way, but now I am trying to give myself grace as I replace an unhealthy habit with one that is good for my mental and physical health. I am glad I finally have the courage to acknowledge my emotional eating patterns and now that I have it is time for me to take action. As I grow and walk through this journey I hope my experience can help you if you have gained weight too as a result of ongoing stress, anxiety, or depression. Life can be very stressful and uncertain at times because of all that we are facing lately. Here's to building healthier habits and investing in our mental health in 2022 cause we deserve it! TEXT THE WORD WARRIOR TO 866-502-0703 TO JOIN AND SCREENSHOT IT TO US TO GET YOUR FREE STRESS LESS GUIDEBOOK! Connect with us on instagram: @thewarriorinher @damnsheisstrong @reganneobrien Join our facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ Join our email list to have the most current information on all things the podcast, the nonprofit, and resources/content to support you on your journey: https://reganneobrien.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=bf8417c2f23943d24a7f33cc8&id=7910e5460f --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Are you ready to go into 2022 a stronger, healthier, and happier you? Happy New Year's Eve! Today on the podcast, we are talking to Lina Latini about going into 2022 stronger so that we can overcome our limiting beliefs, take better care of ourselves, overcome loss, and set healthy boundaries with ourselves and others. When we begin working on the limiting beliefs holding us back and setting boundaries we can see true transformation. I hope that 2022 is the year we all give ourselves the permission to tackle our limiting beliefs and get to the next level on our mental health journeys. Lina is a physical therapist, podcast host & speaker. Her mission is to empower women to anchor deeply within their own strengths and desires to uncover their full potentials. Through blending all aspects of health mental, emotional, physical & spiritual -Lina empowers us to grow into the people we are meant to be while creating lives that are fulfilling, joyful & aligned. The Anchor Within Podcast intertwines mindset, personal growth, health & wellness to build a strong foundation in the pursuit of becoming the people we are meant to be. TEXT THE WORD WARRIOR TO 866-502-0703 TO JOIN AND SCREENSHOT IT TO US TO GET YOUR FREE STRESS LESS GUIDEBOOK! Connect with us on instagram: @thewarriorinher @damnsheisstrong @reganneobrien Join our facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ Join our email list to have the most current information on all things the podcast, the nonprofit, and resources/content to support you on your journey: https://reganneobrien.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=bf8417c2f23943d24a7f33cc8&id=7910e5460f --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Do you ever feel like you lack unconditional self love and wonder what it would do for your stress and anxiety if you were more patient and graceful toward yourself? Sometimes we are actually our own harshest critics and our inner critic causes us added and unnecessary stress and anxiety. It is good for us to start retraining our minds to let go of the idea of being perfect and just start meeting ourselves where we are at. Learning to be more present and in the flow when we feel frustrated can really make a positive difference for our mental health. There is power in evaluating our thoughts as they occur in our minds before we react or take action. Asking ourselves if we do or say this will it actually benefit my relationship with myself is huge step to decreasing our stress and anxiety. It takes time and patience to do this, but eventually our minds can begin to adapt to this new way of thinking. I used to let the actions of my parents really get to me mentally and hurt me so deeply. All their words and actions or lack thereof really caused me so much stress and anxiety. Until I realized their actions had nothing to do with me and I reclaimed power over my own life and my thoughts. Investing in ourselves mentally, physically, and spiritually is an act of radical and unconditional self love. However, when we take those action steps we will find our anxiety and stress levels decrease. Loving yourself changes things when you are healing from past trauma because it allows you to accept yourself where you are at and step into the healing process for your mental health journey. Giving yourself credit for the battles you have fought and the warrior you are empowers you mentally to take positive and life changing action. Evaluating where you are at and deciphering what truly causes you stress and anxiety on a daily basis makes a difference. Pure and genuine self love helps you give yourself grace and motivates you to overcome the stress and anxiety your thoughts may have been adding to. Accepting myself for who I am and being comfortable with where I am at has helped me reduce some of the intense anxiety and stress I have been facing throughout my life. As we go into 2022 let's have conversations about healing our relationship with ourselves so we can practice more self love. When we decide to love ourselves for the battles we have fought and the beautiful warriors we are we will be empowered to overcome the depression, stress and anxiety we have been struggling with for so long. TEXT THE WORD WARRIOR TO 866-502-0703 TO JOIN AND SCREENSHOT IT TO US TO GET YOUR FREE STRESS LESS GUIDEBOOK! Connect with us on instagram: @thewarriorinher @damnsheisstrong @reganneobrien Join our facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ Join our email list to have the most current information on all things the podcast, the nonprofit, and resources/content to support you on your journey: https://reganneobrien.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=bf8417c2f23943d24a7f33cc8&id=7910e5460f --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

This past year I was able to overcome so many obstacles because of the women I has surrounding me. Many people walked out of my life, but that is okay because it made room for the right people to come into it. I am thankful for those who support me because they helped me overcome the odds I have been facing this past year. If you don't have a strong support system for your mental health you will feel like you are facing it all alone. When you start surrounding yourself with people who want the best for you then you will get through it. This past year I gained so many people who really have my best interest at heart into my life. 3 Reasons Why you NEED a STRONG SUPPORT SYSTEM for your Mental Health: A strong support system gives you encouragement and uplifts you when you need it most. They can save your from isolation because they take the time to check in on you and make sure you are ok mentally. The right people will show you the value that you have even when you feel worthless. Thank you to all of those who have helped me overcome my seasonal affective depression disorder and my postpartum depression. I would not be where I am at today without you! TEXT THE WORD WARRIOR TO 866-502-0703 TO JOIN AND SCREENSHOT IT TO US TO GET YOUR FREE STRESS LESS GUIDEBOOK! Connect with us on instagram: @thewarriorinher @damnsheisstrong @reganneobrien Join our facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ Join our email list to have the most current information on all things the podcast, the nonprofit, and resources/content to support you on your journey: https://reganneobrien.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=bf8417c2f23943d24a7f33cc8&id=7910e5460f --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Our guest today, Mandy is a Female Army Veteran who served in the National Guard from 2011-2017. She deployed to Afghanistan back in 2012 and suffers from ongoing PTSD and general anxiety as a result of that deployment. Outside of the military, Mandy is also a survivor of a suicide attempt when she was a teenager. Now, she is actively involved in the Shenango community and loves advocating for mental health issues. She's faced a lot in her life, but she's also overcome a lot. She's really taken hold of her health and has lost nearly 40 pounds over the last year… all the while working a full time job and raising her three-year old daughter, Noelle. On today's episode, she'll some more of her story and give us some tips and tricks to setting your goals up for success. TEXT THE WORD WARRIOR TO 866-502-0703 TO JOIN AND SCREENSHOT IT TO US TO GET YOUR FREE STRESS LESS GUIDEBOOK! Connect with us on instagram: @thewarriorinher @damnsheisstrong @reganneobrien Join our facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ Join our email list to have the most current information on all things the podcast, the nonprofit, and resources/content to support you on your journey: https://reganneobrien.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=bf8417c2f23943d24a7f33cc8&id=7910e5460f --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

The power of visualization can help us get to the next level. Each year I always create a vision board for myself, but this year I hope we can do it together as a community. When we see the life we want in our minds and what we hope for it helps us get to where we want to go. This year, as I think about manifestation, I am hoping to improve my mental health and physical health in ways I have never been able to do before. If we do it together as friends, we can give each other more accountability and have fun at the same time. I'm so grateful for the recent calendar photoshoot experience. It was a healing experience for all. 2022 will be the best year ever and different for me in terms of my health and the things I want to do to improve my mental state. Making a visual representation of our goals can help us have the physical and mental health we dream of. Mental practices like visualization can increase motivation, confidence, and even motor performance. It's important to remember to visualize your goals when you're working towards improving your mental and physical health. In one study, researchers found that in athletes, visualization was almost as effective as physical practice. I'm hoping to get more comfortable with my body this coming year. Putting pictures of other women that inspire me on my vision board or myself at my best version is empowering. Using words like "confidence" on my board will help me visualize a greater future for myself as well. Take a moment to reflect on two things that matter the most to you. For me, it's my physical and mental health. Bring those two things that matter the most to you at the forefront of your mind. Focus on the words or quotes you find the most powerful, for me they are, "stress less" and "don't worry, be happy". When you map out your goals with the goal getter guidebook select two main areas of your life that are the most important to you. This will help you create that vision for yourself in 2022. It can be a powerful way to start your vision board. If you are local, we hope you will join us for our 2022 vision board and holiday party. We will have gifts and other fun stuff going on. So stay tuned for more information. I hope you enjoy today's episode. TEXT THE WORD WARRIOR TO 866-502-0703 TO JOIN AND SCREENSHOT IT TO US TO GET YOUR FREE GUIDEBOOK! Connect with us on instagram: @thewarriorinher @damnsheisstrong @reganneobrien Join our facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ Join our email list to have the most current information on all things the podcast, the nonprofit, and resources/content to support you on your journey: https://reganneobrien.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=bf8417c2f23943d24a7f33cc8&id=7910e5460f --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Today, I had a podcast guest named Aliz David who is a health coach and a Chronic Illness Warrior. We talked about how stress and managing it helps us improve our health. Aliz David is an IBD warrior, health coach, and mom. She is very familiar with Ulcerative Colitis and Crohns disease along with other chronic illnesses. Her health journey while living with chronic illness is very inspiring. So many times we can attribute stress to our gut health. This episode is very interesting if you want to learn more about STRESS can impact our health! As women it is not uncommon for us to feel overwhelmed and stressed out. We are all used to making sure we take care of everyone else that sometimes we forget to check in with ourselves. This can lead to stress and our health can start to suffer mentally from the self neglect. We never do this intentionally and it is okay to recognize we you are more stressed out than you know you should be. When we find ways to practice stress management in a successful way that works for us we can see our health improve over all and our habits get much better. Remember to prioritize your health and relationship with yourself. When you are over stressed you are oftentimes being to hard on yourself. Remember to practice self love however you can and be kind to your mind. Do not be afraid to explore taking care of yourself and that relationship because it is the most important one you will ever have. Discovering what works for us and helps us manage stress makes a big difference. JOIN OUR TEXT LIST AND RECIEVE A FREE STRESS LESS GUIDEBOOK FOR 2022 Are you ready to find what works for you to reduce your stress, overcome your anxiety & practice more self love as you manage all the things you do? I see you all I know you ladies are hard working, give your all to the ones you love & sometimes you wish you could prioritize figuring out what helps you live your best life! That's where this guidebook comes in. I've been in the same place & I feel it now as I grow this organization, raise my five month old as a single mom & battle my own health issues. Life is worthwhile but it can be so much to juggle. Based on my own feelings and our conversations in this community I knew it was time to do something about this…. Sign up for the mental health messages text list & get this guidebook free cause you all deserve it and you are gonna love it. It is a 90 day journey to rediscovering what really does work for you in a simple and time effective way. Thanks to all the sign ups so far when we reach our text list goal these books will for sure be sent promise to deliver more information about the guidebook in the coming days cause it is written and I'm sooo excited for it! TEXT THE WORD WARRIOR TO 866-502-0703 TO JOIN AND SCREENSHOT IT TO US TO GET YOUR FREE GUIDEBOOK! Connect with us on instagram: @thewarriorinher @damnsheisstrong @reganneobrien Join our facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ Join our email list to have the most current information on all things the podcast, the nonprofit, and resources/content to support you on your journey: https://reganneobrien.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=bf8417c2f23943d24a7f33cc8&id=7910e5460f --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

On today's episode, I talk about how we can evaluate our health currently if we have been dealing with PTSD and Past Trauma. It can be a challenge to get our health back on track in the midst of healing from the suffering of our past trauma and PTSD. We are so used to being in survival mode that we may forget what it looks like to fully take care of our selves and restore our own health. For some of us, we may only know our trauma and may feel really defeated when it comes to managing our own health that we do not even know how to start. What I am doing to get my health back on track is evaluating my health overall in terms of my mind, body, and soul. I have asked myself these questions: HOW HAS MY MIND BEEN CARRYING THE TRAUMA? HOW HAVE I BEEN TREATING MY BODY AS A RESULT OF PTSD? HOW HAS MY SOUL SUFFERED BECAUSE OF THE TRAUMA?  When we are able to evaluate ourselves and our health currently we can see what thoughts and beliefs need to be healed and worked through. In 2022, I plan to check in on myself daily with these three questions as I begin this new journey and level up so I can be my healthiest version.  YOU GUYS! This is the mental health pick me up we all need once in awhile when things are crazy & hectic…. I wanted to send you reminders twice a week to take care of YOU & YOUR MENTAL HEALTH! I'm so excited to announce that in January we will be starting a twice per week mental health messages text list

IBD AWARENESS WEEK is this week and as some of you may know I am an IBD Warrior myself. I live with a j-pouch now and have ulcerative colitis. I previously had an ostomy bag and on today's episode I have a conversation with the host of the About IBD podcast her name is Amber Tresca and she has a similar story to mine a lot of ways. She does a lot to inform others about IBD and what it is like to live with it. Amber is an IBD patient (diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in 1989) who has been writing and editing patient-facing content for the IBD community since 2000 both for major online outlets and on her own site, AboutIBD.com. After 10 years of active disease, medical therapy failed and she underwent the 2 step j-pouch surgery (removal of the large intestine and creation of an internal pouch from the last part of the small intestine). In 2017, she began the About IBD Podcast to educate people living with IBD about their disease and to bring awareness to the patient journey. She founded IBDMoms with Brooke Abbott of The Crazy Creole Mommy Chronicles to support moms who are touched by an IBD. She currently works as a speaker, facilitator, and advocate for people with IBD as well as a freelance writer and editor for medical web sites and publications. About IBD Blog: http://aboutibd.com/ About IBD Podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/about-ibd/id1228402052 About IBD Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aboutibd/ About IBD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/about_ibd/ About IBD Twitter: https://twitter.com/aboutIBD IBDMoms Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IBDMoms/ More information from Mayo Clinic: Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is an umbrella term used to describe disorders that involve chronic inflammation of your digestive tract. Types of IBD include: Ulcerative colitis. This condition involves inflammation and sores (ulcers) along the superficial lining of your large intestine (colon) and rectum. Crohn's disease. This type of IBD is characterized by inflammation of the lining of your digestive tract, which often can involve the deeper layers of the digestive tract. Both ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease usually are characterized by diarrhea, rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, fatigue and weight loss. IBD can be debilitating and sometimes leads to life-threatening complications. Thank you so much for listening to today's episode to learn more about IBD. YOU GUYS! This is the mental health pick me up we all need once in awhile when things are crazy & hectic…. I wanted to send you reminders twice a week to take care of YOU & YOUR MENTAL HEALTH! I'm so excited to announce that in January we will be starting a twice per week mental health messages text list

This coming week is IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) Awareness Week and so I wanted to open up about how my Ulcerative Colitis diagnosis taught me to be my own health advocate and I hope it helps remind you to advocate for your health too…. I go into details about my experience with Ulcerative Colitis on today's podcast episode and during a few upcoming episodes. This week is IBD awareness week and I wanted to create content for you surrounding my chronic illness so I could tell you more about myself and hopefully provide some insight on some of the things I learned from the past 7 years with all my health battles. When I look back on my experience I realize how being your own health advocate needs to be more normalized. So many of us are told to trust our doctors blindly, but it is good to always advocate for your own health because you are the only one living in your body. I feel like if I would have known more about this earlier my health problems could have been way less severe…. 5 IMPORTANT THINGS I LEARNED ABOUT BEING MY OWN HEALTH ADVOCATE FOR MY CHRONIC ILLNESS: 1. If something seems serious ADDRESS IT EARLY ON…. (You don't want to let it go make sure you get checked if you suspect something is wrong with your health. Early detection can be prevention for more serious illnesses…) 2. Don't be afraid to go to as many doctors as it takes! You want to make sure you get multiple opinions when dealing with a serious health issue…. 3. MAKE THE CHOICES YOU FEEL ARE RIGHT FOR YOU AND YOUR HEALTH* do not let friends, family or even healthcare professionals tell you they know your body better especially if in your heart you know something is wrong. 4. Check in with yourself emotionally & mentally when you are fighting physical health issues… Chronic health problems can take a tool on our mental health so make sure you are taking care of that aspect of your wellness too! 5. Find support from people with the same or similar health issues because someone in a similar situation can relate to you more so you feel less isolated! The tips I outlined are things I learned along the way from my battle with Ulcerative Colitis and other chronic illnesses. I hope they are helpful as you navigate your own health journey and implement different things that work for you. Do not be afraid to speak up or do whatever it takes. Always advocate for yourself to others because no one else is living in your body except for you! What is not always seen on the outside can be felt internally so do whatever you can to find the right medical professionals and support systems to help you along your health journey that is uniquely yours alone. YOU GUYS! This is the mental health pick me up we all need once in awhile when things are crazy & hectic…. I wanted to send you reminders twice a week to take care of YOU & YOUR MENTAL HEALTH! I'm so excited to announce that in January we will be starting a twice per week mental health messages text list

On today's episode, my good friend Audrey Rose is back to talk with me all about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and how it shows up in our lives. Many of us experience seasonal depression during the holiday season. As we wrap up thanksgiving and go into Christmas I though it would be important to talk about our mental health surrounding the holidays. For a time of the year that is joyous and full of love for many we often forget how many people are struggling with anxiety, stress & depression during the holidays. For those of you experiencing seasonal depression I hope Audrey's story and experience with it can help. Do not feel ashamed to look for help when you are experiencing seasonal depression because it is more common than you may think and should not be taken lightly if you are struggling. Connect with us on instagram: @reganneobrien @thewarriorinher @damnsheisstrong Connect with Audrey on instagram: @enlightened.wellness Join our FREE FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ Join Audrey's Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/282053619844704/ Join our email list to have the most current information on all things the podcast, the nonprofit, and resources/content to support you on your journey: https://reganneobrien.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=bf8417c2f23943d24a7f33cc8&id=7910e5460f --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

On today's episode, I talk with former hospice nurse and woman warrior member of our STRONG HER community Miranda Duman all about grief. During the holiday season grief tends to hit us even more than usual because we think about the ones we love during the holidays. Having open conversations about how we navigate our grief not just during the holidays but at all times is so important to help us get through it. If you need someone to talk to about your grieving process you can always connect with the women in our community and go to a supportive therapist. You are not alone in your grieving process and remember everyone grieves differently. Miranda recommends: Being intentional, practicing self care and not being afraid to have conversations about grief! Connect with us on instagram: @reganneobrien @thewarriorinher @damnsheisstrong Join our facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ Join our email list to have the most current information on all things the podcast, the nonprofit, and resources/content to support you on your journey: https://reganneobrien.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=bf8417c2f23943d24a7f33cc8&id=7910e5460f --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Hi everyone, so last night on my instagram: @reganneobrien I did a little livestream talking about dealing with depression during the holiday season and what that looks like. On today's podcast I am going to expand on that and talk more in depth on this topic for you. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your families if you need support from me I am here for you! Remember to get professional help if your depression feels overwhelming and you can always call a depression hotline to talk... Why might you be facing depression this holiday season? Loneliness LOSS of loved ones this past year Another year of the COVID-19 pandemic What does it look like? How do I know I may be depressed this holiday season? If you are very tired and have less energy than normal If you have been isolating yourself from others If you feel overly stressed, anxious or sad thinking about the holidays Here are some tips I have to overcome depression during the holidays: Surround yourself with whoever you know that can support you! Do something that makes you happy or helps someone in need! Give yourself a gift you always wanted! What is one thing only you can do for you?! Give yourself that gift this holiday season! SELF CARE MATTERS! Connect with us on instagram: @reganneobrien @thewarriorinher @damnsheisstrong Join our free facebook community (STRONG HER COMMUNITY): https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ Join our email list to have the most current information on all things the podcast, the nonprofit, and resources/content to support you on your journey: https://reganneobrien.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=bf8417c2f23943d24a7f33cc8&id=7910e5460f --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

On today's episode, I interview congenital heart defect warrior Tori Joy Geiger. She helps women go from defined to empowered by their chronic illness. Tori is an author and recently released her book titled, "From Vulnerable to Victorious." We talk about the power of starting to share your story and how that changes everything in terms of your healing journey! Here is the link to her book: www.torijoygeiger.com/ebookdiscount use the code: STRONG50 Connect with her online: instagram: @torijoygeiger facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/232441385473444/ website: torijoygeiger.com Connect with us on IG: @reganneobrien @thewarriorinher @damnsheisstrong JOIN OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ our website: warriorinher.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

In this episode I opened up about my experience surrounding the pandemic and the anxiety it caused for me initially with my chronic health issues. I also gave the following four tips as a way to navigate the pandemic and get through these challenging times. 1. Have conversations and be open minded to others 2. Make the choices that are best for your health and be your own advocate 3. Be mindful of the news and things you read on social media 4. If you feel it is best for you to keep your health decisions private do not let others intimidate you to have to share I hope these tips help you as they have helped me navigate all the talk lately surrounding the vaccine mandates and what that looks like for our own health decisions. Connect with us on instagram: @thewarriorinher @damnsheisstrong @reganneobrien Join our FREE facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Today we have mindset and money coach Darcey Elizabeth on the show to talk with us all about money.  Connect with Darcey: instagram: @darceyelizabeth.co facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/335606074153054/?ref=share --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

A reoccurring theme I have found with learning how to cope with anxiety is sharing your story. There is a feeling of relief when you open up and let what you are feeling out. Recently I shared my own story and it really helped me release anxiety. Want the chance to share your story? Apply to be a model: warriorinher.com/apply Be a guest on our show just email thewarriorinher@gmail.com :) When we open up and have these conversations it gives us the space to release the anxiety we have been holding in for so long! Instagram: @reganneobrien @thewarriorinher @damnsheisstrong Join our facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

We have to remember to meet ourselves where we are at when it comes to managing our stress and anxiety! This episode is a follow up to talking about how are habits may be causing us more stress and anxiety than we even knew. We may not even realize how connected our mind and gut are when it comes to stress and anxiety. I didn't even realize how I was causing myself so much anxiety and stress unintentionally! Here are 12 HABITS that make our ANXIETY worse 1. skipping meals 2. drinking caffeine 3. reaching for sugar 4. poor eating habits 5. eating processed foods 6. not getting enough fluids 7. not exercising 8. consuming alcohol 9. lack of sleep 10. watching the news 11. Ignoring your anxiety 12. Comparing yourself to others Connect with us on instagram: @reganneobrien @thewarriorinher @damnsheisstrong Join our STRONG HER facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ Mental health matters: warriorinher.com/mental-health-matters NEW programs and modeling can be found on our website: warriorinher.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

On today's episode I interview mental health and chronic illness coach Sara Campbell. She tells us all about how chronic illness and trauma are more connected than we may have even knew. She also tells us more about the statistics behind chronic illness and trauma so we may be more informed on our healing journey. Connect with her on instagram: @sara.healthandwellness Connect with us on instagram: @thewarriorinher @reganneobrien @damnsheisstrong Join our STRONG HER COMMUNITY on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ Mental Health Matters event: warriorinher.com/mental-health-matters --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Today I am going to open up about how I discovered some of my current habits were actually adding stress to my life instead of improving it. Let's take the pledge together to start forming habits that build us up instead of holding us back! One on One Vent Session Booking Link: Local Women Warrior Calendar Modeling Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSccX7hruMn-J__S0ud6LrWiyVx-fPD8iU0gG8rcmi60F5RA/viewform?usp=sf_link Mental Health Matters Event: warriorinher.com/mental-health-matters Instagram: @reganneobrien @thewarriorinher @damnsheisstrong Facebook STRONG HER community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Prioritizing and taking care of ourselves as women can be a challenge, but if you know you are burned out then there needs to be a change. Here are some tips for the article I mentioned in Forbes when it comes to dealing with Burnout: 1. Disconnect from work/school 2. Notice how your body feels 3. Schedule relaxation time 4. Get organized 5. Take regular breaks throughout school and work 6. Lean on those who can support you! Book a one-one vent session with me it is CONFIDENTIAL AND FREE through the Warrior in HER nonprofit: https://calendly.com/thewarriorinher/30min Instagram: @thewarriorinher & @reganneobrien & @damnsheisstrong FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ Forbes Article Link: https://www.forbes.com/sites/travisbradberry/2016/11/08/7-powerful-ways-to-beat-burnout/?sh=12d0322261e6 Mental Health Matters Event: warriorinher.com/mental-health-matters --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Welcome back everyone! Today we are talking all about managing stress and burnout with health coach Erica Grace! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Here are the steps I am taking to let go of my unwanted stress... I encourage you to use any of these steps that you feel may help you do the same! 1. Do something you love every day 2. Have some form of movement as a part of your day 3. Find a way to release your negative emotions 4. Don't dwell on the negative things 5. Talk to someone about it! Go to therapy or let it out with a trusted friend. Connect with us on instagram: @reganneobrien and @thewarriorinher warriorinher.com/mental-health-matters --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Welcome back everyone I am blessed to be finally recording in the real studio today and from here on out! I decided to make our #MentalHealthMondays a day for pump up talks and our #WarriorWednesdays a day for practical tips and implementation. On today's episode I encourage you to let go of the stress and let in all the good! It's time we stop stressing and start living the good life! This week I encourage you to stress less. Start small and pick something little today that you notice is causing stress and take a minute to find something good about your current situation. Mindset shifts are an important part of releasing our current stress and anxiety. Giving yourself permission to let go of the stress and pressure to perform or be perfect allows you to free up space to allow all the good things in and participate in the present moment. Connect with us on instagram: @thewarriorinher and @reganneobrien Make sure you check out our fall Mental Health Matters event: warriorinher.com/mental-health-matters --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Talking all things pregnancy, postpartum, self love, and healing with Haylee Carroll :) JOIN THE GROUP :) https://www.facebook.com/groups/461627101623990/?ref=share --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

You may not even realize that YOU have been stressing yourself out for no reason! We have more power over the stress & anxiety we have been facing. After talking with so many of you I learned we may be causing ourselves more stress internally than we even realize! Connect with us on Instagram: @reganneobrien & @thewarriorinher :) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Is it stress or anxiety or both you are facing? On today's episode I am going to get you pumped up so you will finally decide once and for all that it is okay to walk away from both stress and anxiety. Sometimes you can be nervous to do what you know is best for you, but I am here to walk you through that on your healing journey. YOU GOT THIS. -Stress is our body's reaction to threats.... -Anxiety is our body's reaction to those things that stress us our repeatedly.... There comes a point in life where you have to ask yourself is it worth the stress and anxiety to keep living this way or is it ok for me to start asking for more? "You can't fully heal without releasing anxiety and stress." Connect with us on instagram: @thewarriorinher & @reganneobrien warriorinher.com/mental-health-matters --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

On today's special guest episode, our guest Peace Treats CEO LaShay Nixon teaches us about how she makes customizable teas and products to help meet you where you are at on your journey! Shay makes our signature tea blends for the Warrior in Her and is awesome at helping others find the blends that work best for them! :) Mental Health Matters Event- warriorinher.com/mental-health-matters Instagram: @reganneobrien & @thewarriorinher --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

On today's episode I will explain to you how you can map out past trauma to find strength and healing on your journey! Connect with us on Instagram to check out the graphic or join the STRONG HER Community to get the graphic for yourself :) This is a very helpful and therapeutic simple way to start evaluating your past and healing!  Instagram: @thewarriorinher & @reganneobrien Mental Health Matters Event- warriorinher.com/mental-health-matters --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

In Today's Episode, I felt a little anxious when recording so I hope you guys all will understand! I promise to be back next episode refreshed and less overwhelmed! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Our special guest this week is the CEO of her own company called Level Up and Ripple. Her company creates all kinds of incredible things with herbs. Listen in to learn more about herbalism and how it helps us heal. Watch our Facebook live in our STRONG HER community to learn more! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

On today's Warrior Wednesday we are talking all about identifying past traumas as we begin our healing journey! The past is not always in the past; we need to find we need to find what may still be active in our experience and impacting our current experience in terms of our relationships and mental health. Unresolved traumas lead to the compulsion to repeat them. Here is the R.A.I.N. method that we use to start identifying our past traumas. R.A.I.N. by Dr. Jack Kornfield Recognize- pause and notice what you are feeling Accept/Acknowledge/Allow- whatever strong emotion you have in the moment Investigate- start to investigate your internal experience through the S.I.F.T method (sensations, images, feelings, thoughts) by Daniel Siegel Non-identification- don't let it define you, see it as just a memory This strategy can apply to any of the traumas we will go over, start with the trauma having the biggest impact on you and use this strategy to start working through it.  "Heal your trauma so that you can't use it as an excuse to stay stuck in behavioral patterns that continue to hurt you." Instagram: @thewarriorinher & @reganneobrien Mental Health Matters Event: warriorinher.com/mental-health-matters  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Today, we will talk about Early Childhood Trauma! We will start by thinking about our family dynamics and seeing how that has impacted us throughout our lives. We want you to remember that your parent's actions had nothing to do with you but everything to do with what they were going through at the time. They more than likely did the best they can with what they knew to be true at that time. Ongoing therapy and self help CAN help us overcome any childhood trauma we experienced. What causes childhood trauma? neglect loss of a parent serious childhood illness abuse a learning disability emotionally unavailable or anxious parents if your parents had their own unresolved childhood trauma Some symptoms that unhealed childhood trauma can cause: depression, panic attacks, eating disorders, anxiety and chronic worry, relationship fears, low self esteem, people pleasing, social anxiety and frustration "Sometimes you may feel overwhelmed by the past and that is okay. Any progress is better than trying too hard to reach perfection." --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Elise Gothard is going to be one of our keynote speakers at the upcoming Mental Health Matters event on November 14th. Today she talks to us all about breath work and how it can help us on our healing journey as we work through past traumas! As an energy alchemist, Elise serves as a bridge between worlds. She weaves her intuitive abilities and training in shamanic healing, breathwork and reiki together in a way intended to awaken the healer within her clients as they claim their role as the creator of their life. Her approach to healing blends mindset work & embodiment, creating change on a deeply energetic level. She guides her clients into a deeper understanding of manifestation, mastering their energetic frequency, and consciously creating a life beyond their wildest dreams. Connect with us on instagram: Special Guest: @elisegothard  Nonprofit: @thewarriorinher Host: @reganneobrien Mental Health Matters Event: warriorinher.com/mental-health-matters STRONG HER Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Hey lovely warrior it is Wednesday and I am sooo excited to share with you how you can get UNSTUCK and truly start to heal by using these few tips and tricks! I hope you have an incredible rest of your week and thanks for being here I LOVE connecting with you! Remember that you hold the power in your life to practice love and healing! All you need to do is give yourself permission to shift your mindset a bit and have fun with it. Rest your mind and body Move your body through yoga Do things to enhance your focus on your senses Hug loved ones Go out into nature alone INSTAGRAM: @thewarriorinher & @reganneobrien FREE FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ Mental Health Matters Event: warriorinher.com/mental-health-matters --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Mental Health Monday! Allow Yourself to Begin Your Healing Journey... Hey girl! Today on the podcast we are talking about allowing yourself to begin your healing journey! Know that healing is a radical act of self love and you deserve it. There may be a few factors that are holding you back like time, feeling selfish, and money... However, I will touch in this episode how you can get past those limiting beliefs and start healing! Here are the 3 steps that allow you to begin your healing journey: 1. Make an agreement with yourself to start healing (If it helps write down WHY you need to heal and WHO this will help) 2. Take time each day to practice something that helps you heal (Start SMALL by doing just ONE thing daily to build your confidence and get you started!) 3. Find the right help for you! (Is it a new doctor, a lifestyle coach, or going back to counseling? You decide and get that help girl!) We cannot wait to take this journey with you in the coming weeks! We will discuss on Mondays the different types of trauma and on Wednesdays we will talk all the practical steps and overcoming trauma! This is going to be an awesome month! Thank you for being here love! "Be PRESENT in your HEALING experience. RESHAPE the traumatic experiences of your PAST." Instagram: @thewarriorinher & @reganneobrien Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ Mental Health Matters Event: warriorinher.com/mental-health-matters --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

So excited for you all to listen to this week's special guest! Audrey Rose is the host of the Ready to Rise Podcast and you can find her on instagram: @enlightened.wellness :) Today she is going to tell us all about what limiting beliefs are and how we can start practicing gratitude. She will be the keynote speaker for our upcoming Mental Health Matters event and is going to tell us even more about these topics then! For now we hope this episode will hype you up leading up to the event on November 14th! Instagram: Podcast: @damnsheisstrong Nonprofit: @thewarriorinher Host: @reganneobrien Mental Health Matters Event: warriorinher.com/mental-health-matters :) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Today's Warrior Wednesday Episode is all about Trauma Reactions You May Experience Signs you may have experienced trauma: You feel overwhelmed You have flashbacks You often "space out" You overreact and respond inappropriately You feel ashamed Trauma Reactions you may experience: depression irritability exhaustion anxiety sadness & isolation from friends/family Connect with us on instagram:  Podcast: @damnsheisstrong Nonprofit: @thewarriorinher Host: @reganneobrien Join our facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ Mental Health Matters Event:  Mental Health Matters – The Warrior In Her --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Here are the ways I am starting to heal from trauma in my life! Practicing meditation daily Going to biweekly counseling Connecting with others in our STRONG HER community Finding creative outlets to express myself Speaking positivity into my life through affirmations Here are the 5 affirmations I use daily to help me heal from trauma: I am Strong I am Healing I am Worthy I am Loved I am Safe Connect with us on instagram: Podcast: @damnsheisstrong Nonprofit: @thewarriorinher Host: @reganneobrien Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ Fall Mental Health Matters Event: Mental Health Matters – The Warrior In Her --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Maria Espejo is the author of the book titled, “Why Not You?”. Throughout her journey in overcoming trauma at such a young age, she has learned that the light you choose to see it in is what matters most. Instead of choosing to dwell over her past she decided to take control over her own life. She hopes that others will remember that only they can determine their own potential and no one else. In her free time, she enjoys practicing self care, all things personal development, and is working on her bachelor's degree in Psychology. Maria will be joining us as a keynote speaker for the upcoming Mental Health Matters Event! Find out more information here:  Mental Health Matters – The Warrior In Her Connect with us on social media! Podcast: @damnsheisstrong Nonprofit: @thewarriorinher Host: @reganneobrien Guest: @maria_e7401 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Today's Warrior Wednesday I will talk about Emotional and Medical Trauma! Emotional Trauma: damage or injury to the psyche after living through an extremely frightening or distressing event. Medical Trauma: psychological responses to the pain, injury, serious illness, medical procedures and frightening treatment experiences.  Thank you for listening to our episode today :) Fill out this form to be a guest on an upcoming Warrior Wednesday! https://form.jotform.com/212574645338057 Connect with us Insta: Podcast: @damnsheisstrong Nonprofit: @thewarriorinher Host: @reganneobrien Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ Fall Mental Health Matters Event: Mental Health Matters – The Warrior In Her --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support

Welcome to the NEW podcast Damn, She is Strong! We are so excited to have you here. Today's episode is all about overcoming trauma. Here are the key takeaways from today's episode: We need to ADDRESS AND ASSESS our trauma to start the process of overcoming it! We can do this INTERNALLY through meditation practices of some kind. We can do this EXTERNALLY by going to counseling or an unbiased source for support! When we start to overcome any previous limiting beliefs that we may have we are able to begin our journey of overcoming trauma in our lifes. MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS FALL 2021: Mental Health Matters – The Warrior In Her Instagram handles: Podcast: @damnsheisstrong Nonprofit: @thewarriorinher Host: @reganneobrien Join our free podcast listener community on facebook for more free content, support, and a chance to connect with other likeminded women: https://www.facebook.com/groups/384369152932473/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reganne-obrien/support