Embrace the Madness

Ah, people pleasing. Something learned in childhood that may still present itself in our adult lives. This episode is all about my experience with people pleasing and how I imagine it started in my own life. I share about how this all starts with the relationship we have with our caregivers and how it's really just us securing our safety. But when we are adults, we usually don't need our caregivers to meet our needs anymore, so why are we still prioritizing the feelings of others instead of our own? Oh, because we have created these neural pathways that have wired us to automatically do so. But don't fear, because as we are learning, our brains are PLASTIC which means they can change with a little bit of intention and love. I also share a little bit about how people pleasing looks different for different identities. Intersectionality presents different scenarios in this case, but the more we can understand how this all shows up in society, the more we can work towards prioritizing ourselves and showing up authentically. Subscribe to EMBRACE THE MADNESS Podcast ✨YouTube Channel Follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/embracethemadness_ Follow on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@madeleineholdford Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

What do I need to step back from? - 7 of wands, the whisper What do I need to step towards for the month ahead? - 2 of cups, Growing What do I need to know about additionally moving forwards? - Knight of Pentacles, courage reversed How will this be in my best interest? - 9 of cups reversed, curiosity reversed  What should I be building for the month ahead? - 3 of swords, a new day Energy I should embrace as a shield for protection, as armor, on my days I don't feel my best or strongest - Knight of wands reversed, mirrors reversed Stepping back from persistent effort, doing just got sake of doing, working despite the whisper of intuition. Doing instead of listening to whisper. Forcing an outcome. Forcing a situation. Don't compromise or settle for less. Trust the whisper if it is telling you to take a step back. Step towards growing love both internally and externally. Looking at situations from the perspective of love. “As we create harmony in our inner world, our outer worlds will begin to reflect that”. You could be experiencing a growth period during this time, one that is restoring the balance between internal and external love. Moving forwards, there could be times when courage is running low, when things may get hard or scary. You must continue forward, slow and steady if you must, but continue forward. Continue building the momentum. Continue creating and building and forging anew.  This is all in service of your highest good to restore emotional fulfillment and peace in your life. Become curious about your life, find joy and interest in the mundane. Become curious about what restores this fulfillment in your life? The duality of the lack of fulfillment, use this to get curious about how you would like to feel fulfilled. For the month ahead, use the pain and the heartbreak to propel you forward into a new day, a new beginning. Acknowledge the pain, but know and trust that there are new times coming and that you can leave this pain behind. “Allow yourself to let go of anything that's weighing you down and set forth on the path that's calling.” Energy to embrace as shield for protection: Everything is a mirror.. Your external world reflects your internal world. Don't rush immediately into things. Stay present, stay aware, know and listen to when it is time to move forward. Subscribe to EMBRACE THE MADNESS Podcast ✨YouTube Channel Follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/embracethemadness_ Follow on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@madeleineholdford Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

For everyone participating in Dry January, congrats.. you're doing amazing! For those of you who are curious and have questions, stick around. I share my journey with sobriety and offer encouragement to continue the adventure! In this episode, we discuss: sobriety and what Dry January is how quitting alcohol changed my life some of the challenges you face when quitting how to navigate the ups and downs of sobriety addiction and how it is a chemical relationship yummy N/A options you will love We get really deep in this episode, I'm so excited to share with you! Subscribe to EMBRACE THE MADNESS Podcast ✨YouTube Channel Follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/embracethemadness_ Follow on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@madeleineholdford Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

Listen in for January's reading.. it's a good one :) It's a reminder that we have been building for some time now, but it's GO TIME! if you know, you know... but there is so much support waiting for us! Subscribe to EMBRACE THE MADNESS Podcast ✨YouTube Channel Follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/embracethemadness_ Follow on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@madeleineholdford Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

Taking some time to reflect on the past year.. wow, 2023 felt like it was from another planet. Lots of ups and downs and twists and turns. But somehow there were glimmers, magic, and exciting times to be found in such a weird year. Subscribe to EMBRACE THE MADNESS Podcast ✨YouTube Channel Follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/embracethemadness_ Follow on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@madeleineholdford Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

This episode is a re-air from my Patreon all about how to approach and navigate family dynamics during the holidays. Sometimes holidays and family gatherings are great! Everyone is being polite, kind, respectful. Other times, there is no holding back. Sometimes our family can be our biggest triggers. So how can we get through holiday dinner without punching someone in the face?! In this episode, I share some of the strategies I have used to get through the entire gathering. It's not always easy. Listen to your body, if you need space, take it, and don't forget to honor yourself

In this episode, we are talking about PERIODS, menstruating, bleeding, the whole gamut. So if you are here to learn, welcome, and if you are here to be disgusted, then there is plenty of other content out there not about this, so feel free to check it out :) Over are the days we should feel shame about our bodies, about bleeding, and about needing time and energy to care for our bodies. Subscribe to EMBRACE THE MADNESS Podcast ✨YouTube Channel Follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/embracethemadness_ Follow on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@madeleineholdford Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.coRead transcript

Intro for episode Subscribe to EMBRACE THE MADNESS Podcast ✨YouTube Channel Follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/embracethemadness_ Follow on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@madeleineholdford Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Seasons changing always has me thinking about the ways in which I change in my own life. Subscribe to EMBRACE THE MADNESS Podcast ✨YouTube Channel Follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/embracethemadness_ Follow on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@madeleineholdford Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness This podcast is powered by Pinecast.Read transcript

October Collective Reading What do I need to step back from? - 4 of Coins What do I need to step towards for the month ahead? - 10 of Cups What do I need to know about additionally moving forwards? - Tower Reversed How will this be in my best interest? - Temperance What should I be building for the month ahead? - The Magician Energy I should embrace as a shield for protection, as armor, on my days I don't feel my best or strongest - 7 of Wands Reversed Subscribe to EMBRACE THE MADNESS Podcast ✨YouTube Channel Follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/embracethemadness_ Follow on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@madeleineholdford Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Catch the FULL reading on my YouTube Channel - youtube.com/@embracethemadness September Collective Reading - Drop the Lack Mindset and Choose to See Possibilities September seems to be a continuation of the message of August, reevaluating our relationship to work and how we operate in the world, as well as our attachment to the material reality. This month is asking us to drop any of the limiting beliefs or lack mindset associated with not feeling like we are doing enough, earning enough, being enough. BUT WE'VE HAD ENOUGH. Dare to choose to see the possibilities, for they are all around you. Subscribe to EMBRACE THE MADNESS Podcast ✨YouTube Channel Follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/embracethemadness_ Follow on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@madeleineholdford Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Catch the FULL reading on my YouTube Channel - youtube.com/@embracethemadness August brings messages of reevaluating our relationship with our work, career, and vocation in this life. Are we relating in a way that brings us joy and energy, or are we creating a relationship based on not enough, scarcity, or burnout? This month's collective reading calls on us to bring awareness, in addition to creating more self-care practices for ourselves and how we expend energy in service of the material. Subscribe to EMBRACE THE MADNESS Podcast ✨YouTube Channel Follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/embracethemadness_ Follow on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@madeleineholdford Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Anxiety seems all too familiar these days, the feelings of discomfort, heart beating fast, constant vigilance, you name it. I share about my recent experience of being in my head, feeling anxious thoughts, and it getting to the point where it's getting in the way of me living. Talking about our mental health and our struggles is a key part of opening up to vulnerability. Many people say that suffering is a part of the human condition, but how do we transcend this "limitation"? How do we live our lives despite the chaos around us? In this episode, I talk about the biological understanding of human behavior and some of the science and psychology behind anxiety and our body's fear response. Tune in if you have been curious about anxiety, how to handle big feelings, or really anything existential lol. For more conversation about the mental health disparities in BIPOC communities, check out the episode "Breaking The Stigma of Mental Health with Ingram Stovall, LMSW" at this link, sooo good!! Subscribe to EMBRACE THE MADNESS Podcast ✨YouTube Channel Follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/embracethemadness_ Follow on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@madeleineholdford Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness This podcast is powered by Pinecast.Read transcript

Catch the FULL reading on my YouTube Channel -> youtube.com/@embracethemadness July is all about learning to relate with our emotions in a way that is more balanced, more at ease. Instead of identifying completely with a triggering emotion or experience, we take a moment of pause to allow the feeling to come through, but we do not "live" in that space permanently. Book a Personal Tarot Reading w/ me : click here! Embrace the Madness Shopify : digital downloads, meditations, workshops Are you ready to RECHARGE YOUR REALITY? A Digital Workbook Created for Your Level Up Let's Get Creative Workshop - for beginners looking to start their creative journey! Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

Don't let the likes get you down! In this episode, I share my journey as both a human and an artist in the world of technology and social media. Being around computers my whole life conditioned me for a technological world, but I still navigate feelings of anxiety, not enough, or not making good enough content. I talk about the lessons I've learned and how I reframed sharing my art and creations on the internet. If you are a creative who sometimes gets bogged down by views and analytics, this one is for you! Even if you don't create, this episode is sure to have some tips if you struggle with social media. Click to support $$ my creative journey through Patreon! Embrace the Madness Shopify : digital downloads, meditations, workshops Are you ready to RECHARGE YOUR REALITY? A Digital Workbook Created for Your Level Up Let's Get Creative Workshop - for beginners looking to start their creative journey! Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.coRead transcript

Read transcript TW: death, grief, loss, school shooting In this episode, we get real deep on the topic of death, grief, trauma, and chaos. As of lately, the world has felt out of control, leaving many of us feeling confused, lost, uncertain, and a bit fearful. I share some of my experiences with grief and loss, especially within the last several months. We discuss: navigating the grieving process how grief can be so personal (while also being universal) the physiology of trauma and how it affects our body and mind some coping strategies and tips for healing the absurdity of life and death and everything in between Click to support $$ my creative journey through Patreon! Embrace the Madness Shopify : digital downloads, meditations, workshops Are you ready to RECHARGE YOUR REALITY? A Digital Workbook Created for Your Level Up Let's Get Creative Workshop - for beginners looking to start their creative journey! Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

I share a live video update on how my life has been going after our move and getting settled in. So many new beginnings and old endings, I'm adjusting to all the changes (minus the alcohol). You can tune in for one of my first video podcasts on Youtube! In this episode, I talk about: how sobriety has been making the newness EXTRA new how quitting drinking has made me even more sensitive than ever before entering my 3rd decade full of love, support, and excitement for the future change and how it affects us in different ways new ideas for my podcast and EMBRACE THE MADNESS Click to support $$ my creative journey through Patreon! Embrace the Madness Shopify : digital downloads, meditations, workshops Are you ready to RECHARGE YOUR REALITY? A Digital Workbook Created for Your Level Up Let's Get Creative Workshop - for beginners looking to start their creative journey! Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

In this episode, we're going to discuss rock bottom moments and how to bounce back from them. As someone who has hit rock bottom (several times) and bounced back, Madeleine understands how difficult and overwhelming this experience can be. That's why she's passionate about sharing her insights and strategies to help others overcome life's challenges and cultivate a fulfilling life. In this episode, Madeleine shares about: Understanding what rock bottom means and how it can show up in our lives Exploring the habits and behaviors that can lead us to hit rock bottom Taking responsibility for our actions and embracing accountability Viewing the rock bottom moment as a new beginning and a chance for growth Building up self-esteem and trusting in our abilities to overcome any obstacle Join Madeleine as she shares her personal experiences, practical tips, and tools to help you navigate through rock bottom moments and reclaim your life. Remember, you're not alone, and you're capable of bouncing back from anything life throws your way. Click to support $$ my creative journey through Patreon! Embrace the Madness Shopify : digital downloads, meditations, workshops Are you ready to RECHARGE YOUR REALITY? A Digital Workbook Created for Your Level Up Let's Get Creative Workshop - for beginners looking to start their creative journey! Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

Join Madeleine as she shares about her recent move that didn't quite go according to plan. With honesty and vulnerability, she reflects on the unexpected challenges and emotional rollercoaster of the experience - from a flooded house to the difficult process of saying goodbye to a beloved hometown and loved ones. Through it all, Madeleine offers valuable insights into how to cultivate trust and surrender when life throws you curveballs. She emphasizes the importance of allowing yourself to feel all the feelings, even when they're uncomfortable, and how surrendering control can actually help you feel more empowered in the long run. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has experienced the ups and downs of a big life change, or who simply wants to learn more about how to navigate uncertainty with grace and resilience. Tune in to discover: The power of trusting yourself and the universe, even when things don't go according to plan How to surrender control without giving up your power The importance of feeling your feelings and processing them in a healthy way How to find the silver lining in unexpected situations Practical tips for building resilience and cultivating a mindset of trust and surrender Whether you're going through a move yourself or simply looking for inspiration on how to handle life's unexpected curveballs, this episode is sure to leave you feeling inspired and empowered. Click to support $$ my creative journey through Patreon! FEBRUARY SPECIAL 1:1 OFFER!! ONLY $33 Embrace the Madness Shopify : digital downloads, meditations, workshops Are you ready to RECHARGE YOUR REALITY? A Digital Workbook Created for Your Level Up Let's Get Creative Workshop - for beginners looking to start their creative journey! Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

We are moving!! In this episode, I share all about the rollercoaster of emotions that is closing out a chapter and beginning a new one. A 30 year chapter!! Leaving my hometown seems like a great idea, but I'm learning there are residual fears and anxieties about leaving and beginning a new journey. We talk about different mindset shifts I have made in order to reframe all of this uncertainty as something beautiful rather than scary. Closing chapters is a natural part of the cycles we experience as natural beings, and when we can surrender to the flow, we are granted the opportunity to enjoy the ride. Click to support $$ my creative journey through Patreon! Embrace the Madness Shopify : digital downloads, meditations, workshops Are you ready to RECHARGE YOUR REALITY? A Digital Workbook Created for Your Level Up Let's Get Creative Workshop - for beginners looking to start their creative journey! Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

TW: car accident We get vulnerable as HECK in this week's episode, where I explore my relationship with alcohol over the years. It's been something that has been a rollercoaster of wild twists and turns, and I'm getting to the point where I'm realizing that it's not benefitting me or my dreams any more. I share one of the most eye-opening experiences I've had, as well as some other incidents that have shown me the real side effects of alcohol on my body. If you have been having negative side effects with alcohol or you are looking for a way out, you are not alone, and it is totally possible for you to create the life you want to live where you feel safe, healthy, and in control. Click to support $$ my creative journey through Patreon! Embrace the Madness Shopify : digital downloads, meditations, workshops Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

I catch up in this episode sharing how my last few months have been while navigating an evolving life. Traveling and playing festivals is exciting, but it's still very new to me and the person I am still becoming. I share some of my deepest and most vulnerable thoughts about how I've been experiencing a lot of the same feelings that come when we are grieving. And essentially, shedding our old skin is something worth grieving, especially when that part of us took care and made sure we stayed alive. I'm learning how to find grace in the grief and look at my transformation from a place of empowerment rather than fear. It's all a journey, and we go deep in this episode! You'll hear about: my time traveling to play music festivals the newness of starting a business and becoming an ~entrepreneur~ the shifts and changes that come with becoming a new you letting go of the bad habits and patterns we pick up along the way Join the Let's Get Creative Workshop!! For all my aspiring creatives, this one's for you! We'll cover all the different fears that come up when beginning the creative process, how to navigate them and build confidence to finally express and share your art with the world. Click to support my creative journey through Patreon! Check out the Embrace the Madness website Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

I am so excited to share with you something I've been working on the past few weeks. I've created a mini guide + workbook to support you while you RECHARGE YOUR REALITY. I believe we all deserve a recharge, especially if we are feeling stuck, stagnant, or uninspired about life. I believe we all deserve to live a life we are happy with, proud of, and excited by. That's exactly why I created Recharge Your Reality, to guide you on your journey, your quest to level up your life. The best part of the whole thing? It's only $5.55. 15+ pages of sharing my story, sharing a bit of my process, and guiding you through reflecting on your own life. Well, maybe there's another best part of it. It's 8-bit themed. So all of my fellow Nintendo nerds, this one's for you. I grew up playing Nintendo, so it is a really special and meaningful part of my childhood, my life. I had so much fun creating this guide that was most definitely inspired by my times playing Super Mario Bros. 3 and The Legend of Zelda. Don't even get me started on Tetris ;) Join the WAIT LIST now to be the first to know when it drops!!! Who is this workbook for? If you feel stuck or like nothing is really moving in your life If you have an any inkling of wanting to level up in your life If you are ready for the next level and you are looking for guidance and inspiration to take it all the way If you are tired of feeling bored and unfulfilled Check out my new Shopify Store (meditations, journals, workbooks) Click to support my creative journey through Patreon! Check out the Embrace the Madness website Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram

When we think about starting a brand or a business, we are so excited about bringing our idea to life. There is so much more behind the scenes, like posting on social media or sharing with friends, that goes on than we are aware of! In this episode, I share my thoughts on how I have had to pivot while building not only one brand, but two!! I host this podcast and I'm also an EDM artist, so I'm learning how to navigate running 2 social media accounts as well as all the details that follow. It's definitely an interesting adventure, but I wanted to share some of my experience in order to help you get a better understanding of some of the things to expect when building your own brand! Click to support my creative journey through Patreon! Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Follow me on TikTok!

When I look back on my life, I think about all the ways I've been playing small and hiding. By hiding, I mean not sharing my true self, my true interests, etc. Ever since I can remember, my sensitivity has been too much, my emotions have been too big, and I've had to change who I am in order to not be made fun of or fit in. Harden my heart, if you will. As I'm getting older and peeling back the layers of the inauthentic mask I've created, I'm learning more about myself and my passions. The things that keep me up at night. Spirituality has always been something I've seen as other, as weird, as not normal. It seems everyone I've ever talked to has discredited astrology. Manifestation isn't real, magic isn't either. But I'm learning that I do have a strong, growing connection to the mystical, to the magical, the unseen. In this episode, I share about my journey uncovering and rediscovering my truth, as well as some of the reasons I feel it's been unsafe to share in our society. Note: My mic switched modes in the last ~5 mins of the podcast, so you'll hear the audio change. I appreciate your understanding! Thankfully it was only the last bit and not the whole thing. Click to support my creative journey through Patreon! Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Follow me on TikTok! Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness

I'm making the decision to move forward with starting a business!! Listen in this episode as I share my latest thoughts and ideas around working for myself, learning to trust myself and my vision and how I am excited to make change and impact on the world through sharing my gifts and building a business. It definitely feels like a long time coming, but I've also had to shed many a belief in order to get to the state of being I'm in today. Stay tuned for more updates on my new biz! Click to support my creative journey through Patreon! Check out the Embrace the Madness website Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness

Does anyone know what the heck is going on around here?! It seems like every day brings a new WTF moment, and it's getting almost unbearable. In this episode, I share about my own little bout of chaos and how I am using the archetypal wisdom of the Tower card, featured in many tarot decks. Not only does this card symbolize destruction and chaos, it also reminds us of the adage "out with the old, in with the new" and how we must get rid of the outdated systems so that we can create and build new framework that works for our needs. If you have been feeling the weight of the world, give this episode a listen so that you can remember your power and strength when all things seem to be crumbling around you. Click to support my creative journey through Patreon! Check out the Embrace the Madness website Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness

Ever wondered about my spiritual journey or what I think about religion?!! Well, this is the perfect episode for you! I recount the evolution of my experience, from being raised without religion, to going to Catholic school, to now practicing faith and trusting that I am divinely guided. It has definitely been an adventure, and I know it's sure to support you wherever you may be. Existence and God (or the lack thereof) is something that we universally experience in some way or another in our lives. It's especially challenging since we are our own unique individual selves trying to make sense of something that is so personal. Wherever you are in your journey, I support you and I am cheering for you. Click to support my creative journey through Patreon! Follow me on TikTok! @madeleineholdford Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness

Our current reality feels like tragedy after tragedy, how do we keep on living when we are constantly in fear of danger? It's no easy task, especially when we are getting retriggered time and time again. We discuss the physiological impacts of news stories and media, as well as some ways to take our power back and self-soothe. If you have been struggling navigating the human experience recently, this episode serves as a reminder that you are safe, you are loved, and you are human and it's okay to feel. Listen as we talk about: how chaos and danger affects our bodies how news stories and media are retraumatizing our nervous systems ways that we respond to trauma (fight, flight, freeze + fawn survival strategies) how living in a constant state of anxiety affects our functionality ways we can self-soothe to remind our brains that we are safe (even if it's only temporary) how we can take our power back in these situations ways we can promote change in our lives and communities Click to support my creative journey through Patreon! Follow me on Tiktok!! @madeleineholdford Check out the Embrace the Madness website Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram

I wasn't always confident enough to post on TikTok. Why is that? Why are we afraid to share our hearts? Why is it difficult to be our true selves? In this episode, I talk about my journey overcoming my fear of being seen and sharing my true silly self. We discuss: how TikTok has helped me overcome my fear of being seen why sharing your authentic truth is SO important why we have a natural tendency to hide our vulnerabilities how I got into TikTok in the first place (after years of not) the importance of being vulnerable Click to support my creative journey through Patreon! Follow me on Tiktok!! @madeleineholdford Check out the Embrace the Madness website Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

In this juicy episode, I share what's been on my heart as of late, as I've been feeling some type of way after not having podcasted for months. I explore what's been going on over the last year re: my podcast and feeling safe to share and express my feelings. This episode is helpful for anyone struggling with being seen, being heard, sharing themselves and their truths, all of it! I feel that it's especially important especially moving into a new era of authenticity and the power of truth. Listen as I discuss: what is the fear of rejection? why is it so bad to be rejected or humiliated? the implications of brain functions and the never-ending quest for safety where did I learn this fear in the first place? how can we put an end to the shame and fear of rejection? a quick way to self-soothe when feeling discomfort and fear If you are interested in diving deeper, check out the exclusive Patreon, where I post bonus episodes, guided meditations, and other fun stuff to assist you on your personal development journey! Each subscriber also gets a fun postcard mailed to them each month! Click to join us on Patreon! I can't wait to see you there! :) Check out the Embrace the Madness website Follow me on TikTok! Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

This episode features a replay of my most recent (free!) workshop focusing on sharing my story and some ways I started to move towards creating my dreams. Sometimes it seems like a goal so far away that getting closer seems impossible. I share my life story over the last few years, how I started to grow my self-awareness, and my mindset shift over time. If you have been wondering about who I am or where I have come from, why I am into personal development in the first place, this episode is a great listen. I even share some tips that you can use to start building ur dreams TODAY! If you are interested in diving deeper, check out the exclusive Patreon, where I post bonus episodes, guided meditations, and other fun stuff to assist you on your personal development journey! Each subscriber also gets a fun postcard mailed to them each month! Click to join us on Patreon! I can't wait to see you there! :) Check out the Embrace the Madness website Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

Comparing ourselves is like a humankind pastime, we've been doing it for so long. But why would we want to support these beliefs that we aren't good enough? Today, we get right into the conversation about how we have been conditioned to compare ourselves to others and what others deem as successful. Instead of being proud of ourselves for all of our beautiful gifts and talents, we shame ourselves for not being like someone else or being different. What would it be like to replace this shame with love? Acceptance? Belonging? In this episode, I share about: my recent experience facing comparison why it's sometimes not easy to "trust where you're at" why our egos get triggered when comparing the shoulds and how we can learn to let go our uniqueness and how it's incomparable some reframes I have used to clear my mind why I believe you're right where you're meant to be If you are interested in diving deeper, check out the exclusive Patreon, where I post bonus episodes, guided meditations, and other fun stuff to assist you on your personal development journey! Each subscriber also gets a fun postcard mailed to them each month! Click to join us on Patreon! I can't wait to see you there! :) Check out the Embrace the Madness website Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

Today's episode is all about reflecting on 2021. And boy, was it another year filled with adventure, loss, transformation, and magic. I share some of the themes I've learned over the past year that have helped me make sense of the past year so that I may move into 2022 more grounded, more at peace, more self-assured, and ready to hit the ground running. I share my experiences with: having faith getting my life organized trusting in the process honoring my seasons and cycles learning and KNOWING I am capable of achieving anything how to truly embody the person you want to be If you are interested in diving deeper, check out the exclusive Patreon, where I post bonus episodes, guided meditations, and other fun stuff to assist you on your personal development journey! Each subscriber also gets a fun postcard mailed to them each month! Click to join us on Patreon! I can't wait to see you there! :) Check out the Embrace the Madness website Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

As beings of nature, we experience cycles and seasons in which we grow, harvest, rest, and bloom. However, capitalism had a different idea. Instead of following the seasons and their different energetic requirements, we now face burnout and frustration trying to keep up with creating and producing 24/7. Not only is this unhealthy for our well-being, but it's also against the natural flow of nature. In this episode, I share my recent experience with becoming aware of my own burnout and relationship to productivity. If you are interested in diving deeper, check out the exclusive Patreon, where I post bonus episodes, guided meditations, and other fun stuff to assist you on your personal development journey! Each subscriber also gets a fun postcard mailed to them each month! Click to join us on Patreon! I can't wait to see you there! :) Check out the Embrace the Madness website Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

Join us in this episode to hear how I manifested my first festival gig! There's a lot of buzz going around lately about "manifestation" but I discovered through faith & inspired action that I could make my dreams come true.. LITERALLY. Listen in as I share my experience getting clear on my goal, trusting that it would come to fruition (if it was truly meant for me), what it was like to wait nearly 10 months in limbo, and how I got to play the Incendia fire dome at my hometown festival! You'll hear me talk about: writing down my initial goal in January 2021 getting little hints about what was to come listening to all the doubts and fears come in full force the challenges of trusting and waiting in the dark how I took inspired action even when my brain was telling me otherwise what I learned manifestation truly requires the most magical weekend of my life! If you are interested in diving deeper, check out the exclusive Patreon, where I post bonus episodes, guided meditations, and other fun stuff to assist you on your personal development journey! Each subscriber also gets a fun postcard mailed to them each month! Click to join us on Patreon! I can't wait to see you there! :) Check out the Embrace the Madness website Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

Feeling overwhelmed by resistance in your life? Having a hard time getting all the things done that you know you've been avoiding? You're not alone! In this episode, I share my recent experiences with resistance, even in recording this episode! Understanding what it is and why it's here has really helped me to explore ways that I can relieve some of the pressure that comes with feeling resistant and I wanted to share it with you! We dive into: what resistance is, feels like, looks like why it comes at all the wrong times how we can look at resistance as a message or signal some of the evolutionary reasoning behind resistance ways to make friends with your ego how to use resistance to create more flow If you are interested in diving deeper, check out the exclusive Patreon, where I post bonus episodes, guided meditations, and other fun stuff to assist you on your personal development journey! Each subscriber also gets a fun postcard mailed to them each month! Click to join us on Patreon! I can't wait to see you there! :) Check out the Embrace the Madness website Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

I'm super excited to bring you this episode, featuring an interview with my friend, Luisa Palazola. Having been diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at a young age, Luisa has dealt with many challenges and obstacles that some of us will never face, like countless hospital visits, breathing treatments, and keeping up with what society deems "normal". She shares her story with so much vibrance, humor, and authenticity despite the rough couple of decades in her rearview mirror. Now that her life has taken a complete 180, she discusses reevaluating her identity, learning to embrace her not-so-perfect parts, and the importance of vulnerability as human beings. In this episode, Luisa and I talk about living with cystic fibrosis (from diagnosis to now) identity as a fluid construct embracing vulnerability + authenticity mind-body connection doing things the "right" way chronic illness + mental health learning to carry shame (self-imposed + societal expectations) importance of trusting yourself practicing gratitude If you are interested in diving deeper, check out the exclusive Patreon, where I post bonus episodes, guided meditations, and other fun stuff to assist you on your personal development journey! Each subscriber also gets a fun postcard mailed to them each month! Click to join us on Patreon! I can't wait to see you there! :) Check out the Embrace the Madness website Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

In times of chaos, it seems nearly impossible to find peace. But when we can understand the biological reaction that is happening in times of fear and danger, we can actually tap into the natural rhythms and processes of our body. In this episode, we talk about the basic neuroscience behind danger, reactivating relaxing body states, and ways that we can find our way back to baseline. If you are interested in diving deeper, check out the exclusive Patreon, where I post bonus episodes, guided meditations, and other fun stuff to aide you on your personal development journey! Each subscriber also gets a fun postcard mailed to them each month! Click to join us on Patreon! I can't wait to see you there! :) Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram! Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

Shadow Work seems to be this buzzword lately.. but what does it really mean? In this episode, I share my recent adventures into shadow work and how it's been affecting me emotionally and physically. It's definitely not for the faint of heart, but it is such a rewarding experience that brings healing on all levels. If you are interested in diving deeper, check out the exclusive Patreon, where I post bonus episodes, guided meditations, and other fun stuff to aide you on your personal development journey! Each subscriber also gets a fun postcard mailed to them each month! Click to join us on Patreon! I can't wait to see you there! :) Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram!

We all were given a garden when we were born, but what if we don't know what the heck to do with it? Who thought it was a good idea to give a baby a garden?! In this episode, we talk about the visual metaphor, commonly used in Buddhist philosophy, of the garden that is of your mind. It's a helpful parallel when thinking about our thoughts as seeds, how they got planted, and why it's so necessary to keep up with our garden to ensure a healthy and happy environment for all that is growing there. Find out how to take back control of your garden, pull the weeds that are holding you back, and plant beautiful seeds to help you build your dreams! If you are interested in diving deeper, check out the exclusive Patreon, where I post bonus episodes, guided meditations, and other fun stuff to aide you on your personal development journey! Each subscriber also gets a fun postcard mailed to them each month! Click to join us on Patreon! I can't wait to see you there! :) Follow Embrace the Madness on Instagram! Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

In this episode, I share my recent experiences over the last month or so that I've taken a baby hiatus. Keeping myself accountable and holding myself to extreme standards ride a fine line, and I've been navigating what it means to compassionately guide yourself through the darkness. The transitions in my life have most definitely been paralleling the changes outside my window, and as always, the seasons have been helping me reflect on guidance and wisdom. Spring is here to wake us up, but don't let that discourage you. We needed the winter to rest and rejuvenate so that we may now bloom and shine all season long. Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

In this episode, my boyfriend Davis joins again to chat about our relationship and answer your questions! We talk about what it's like after the 1 year mark, living together, communicating, and still finding time and space to love each other all the same. Whether you are single or in a relationship, this episode is sure to give you an in-depth look at our partnership and how we make things work even when things get weird. Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

At some point in our lives, we are going to have to navigate forgiveness, whether it's with another person or with ourselves. It's not always the easiest process to go through, especially when you have been caused some intense pain. In this episode, I share my personal experience with forgiveness, compassion, and some steps to take when healing ourselves of the hurt we've faced.

In this episode, my best friend of 22 years joins the podcast to share her journey and experience in psychology, graduate school, and integrating a practice called "radical acceptance" into her life. A skill taught by Dr. Marsha Linehan, psychologist and creator of DBT (dialectical behavior therapy), radical acceptance brings together the idea of human behavior and concepts like mindfulness, emotional regulation, and acceptance of reality. Tristan explores what motivated her to take the psychology path, as well as her inspirations for her current dissertation work on the intersectionality of privileges within the counseling community. We talk about the different aspects of what radical acceptance means in our lives, coming from both evidence-based and spiritual/Buddhist backgrounds. She shares her wisdom and experience teaching radical acceptance to community populations, both young and old, and even leaves a tip or two for you to practice in your own life! Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

In today's world, we are constantly being fed information and news regarding the latest updates about what's going on around us. How healthy is it to consume day after day? It's become an addition and we need more and more each day to catch our fix. We want to stay informed so that we can help out where we can, but where do we draw the line when it seems to be invading our lives? How do we maintain our power when we give our attention to dread, misery, and negativity? It's not easy, but we can start by monitoring our usage and regaining awareness of our bodies and our minds. By limiting our internet and social media consumption, we actually return our energy and power back to ourselves, where it belongs. We can use this power to align ourselves with our goals and use our energy to create love and change in the world around us.

Get ready to have your heart and soul GLOWING after this episode, starring my friend Ophrah. After 10 years, it was time for an update, and she joins me in a glorious conversation about her life and journey discovering her passion and purpose. She graciously shares how her upbringing, family, and spirituality have made her into the passionate and fierce woman she is today. She's a co-host of the hilarious and juicy podcast Dear Millenials: The Lit-Ass Podcast, as well as the Youtube talk show Homegirls. We discuss how she got into studying psychology, discovering and rediscovering her why, and how watching TV as a child inspired her to follow her dreams. Listen as she explores what it means to listen, wait, and trust that Divine Timing is always on our side. Support EMBRACE THE MADNESS by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/embrace-the-madness Find out more at https://embrace-the-madness.pinecast.co

The moment we've all been waiting for is finally here, but has anything actually changed? Will all our problems just disappear with the past year? Can we leave it all behind? In this episode, we talk about what it means to enter a new year and how we can use our reflections from 2020 to help make 2021 work for us.

It seems like it's been a season full of surprises, downfalls, successes, and just plain ol' gamechangers. It's been hard to wrap my brain around all the changes. Can we get a break, just for a second?? PLEASE? In this episode, I share some of my experience with feeling lost, disconnected, and depressed. It seems like it's a mood right now. But I'm coming out of it. I'm remembering that it's a cycle, which means the current state I'm in is temporary. I'm finally beginning to see the light at the tunnel. If you've been feeling lost, too, just remember, your situation is temporary, you are growing, transforming, and you're going to come out on the other side, bigger and brighter than ever.

Duality, the idea that two equal and opposite forces can coexist, has been plaguing my life! "Either this or that, it can't possibly be both!" I drive myself back and forth almost daily trying to come to terms with the fact that two contradictory things can be true. It's not something that comes easy,especially when thinking about the "oneness" of the universe. Listen as we discuss duality, how it comes up in our lives, and how to integrate this paradox into our lives.

This year is one that keeps on giving, but how can we find gratitude in things we didn't ask for? How does one take all these challenges and hardships and make something out of it? It just takes a little mindset adjustment, but remembering to count our blessings is what will save us from this year. I share my recent experience practicing gratitude amidst all the setbacks this year has given me, and I promise you, it's not always that easy. I share my recent experience practicing gratitude amidst all the setbacks this year has given me, and I promise you, it's not always that easy. But it has given me a new perspective on the year 2020.