It's Not Therapy w/ Pariss

I absolutely love social media. It's a place to socialize, meet new people, find inspiration, learn something new...it's also a lot of f*cking work. As someone who uses social media for work and business purposes, it can be really exhausting to keep up. Creating content may look simple and easy from the outside but, it takes a lot of effort. I just wanted to share some personal thoughts around how you can use social media to benefit you in a way that doesn't feel like a second full time job. Mentioned In This Episode: NEW BLOG POST! Pariss' Website Self Care 101 want to support me or the podcast? buy me ice cream or tacos? feel free! venmo: $Pariss-Garner cash-app: $ParissGarner zelle: pariss.garner@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsnottherapy/support

Everyone talks about starting a business...break generational curses, build something for your future, create your own schedule. These are all valid points but also, entrepreneurship is hard. It's heavy. It can be exhausting especially when you lack the assistance and or resources that you may want or need. The financial, mental, and emotional impact it can have on your life is very...very real. I wanted to share a bit about my journey into entrepreneurship and extend grace to myself and others like me...it's okay to acknowledge the pain points and respond accordingly. It's okay to take a look at what you have going on and decide to stop, start over, or maybe even keep going. Just remember...the choice is yours! Mentioned In This Episode: First month of medication + care counseling for $25 @ Cerebral! Pariss' Website Self Care 101 want to support me or the podcast? buy me ice cream or tacos? feel free! venmo: $Pariss-Garner cash-app: $ParissGarner zelle: pariss.garner@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsnottherapy/support

Have you been diagnosing yourself with ADHD? Do you watch ADHD Tik Tok and think "...ummm."? Are you already losing interest in this description? Of course not, because I'm doing a great job of keeping your attention :) This episode is all about ADHD, if you haven't noticed. I have been self-diagnosing in joking matter since high school. Last month, I was able to get a diagnosis; I am 30 years old. I wanted to share some experiences and symptoms that led me to believe I had ADHD and how I went about getting diagnosed! If you're an ADHD brained person, I'm sure you can relate to much what I discuss. And if you don't fall into either of those categories, take a listen to learn more or maybe even something new! I realized I forgot to mention a few things, and have also learned some new things since recording so, I'll share all of that in a part 2! Mentioned In This Episode: First month of medication + care counseling for $25 @ Cerebral! Pariss' Website Self Care 101 want to support me or the podcast? buy me ice cream or tacos? feel free! venmo: $Pariss-Garner cash-app: $ParissGarner zelle: pariss.garner@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsnottherapy/support

Welcome and welcome back! I took a two week break and it was lovely. During that time, I did some back tracking, soul searching, question asking, and journaling to help me build some structure around my work. I'm someone who does a million things at once and it can be super overwhelming and distracting from my overall goals and process. Why am I doing this? What's the reason? In this episode, I share some thoughts and findings from my break regarding the podcast, my writing, coaching, and content creation. If you're feeling lost, off track, confused about what your next steps are...this episode is for you! Mentioned In This Episode: Pariss' Website Self Care 101 want to support me or the podcast? buy me ice cream or tacos? feel free! venmo: $Pariss-Garner cash-app: $ParissGarner zelle: pariss.garner@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsnottherapy/support

I want to encourage you to do something just because. When I started this podcast, I had no goals or intentions behind it outside of..."I want to." Creating without the pressure of earning an income, or meeting milestones is one of my favorite ways to create. If there is something you've been wanting or meaning to do, I say take the limits off and go for it. Maybe you try something new and out of the box, you might stumble upon a new hobby or skill! Mentioned In This Episode: Try out Dabble Pariss' Website Self Care 101 want to support me or the podcast? buy me ice cream or tacos? feel free! venmo: $Pariss-Garner cash-app: $ParissGarner zelle: pariss.garner@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsnottherapy/support

No longer are the days that we put self care in a box. There are so many ways to take care of yourself that don't include trips to the spa, a week long vacay in the Bahamas, or filling up your online shopping cart with new clothes that you won't get to wear because pandemic. In my opinion, self care can be anything you want it to be, as long as it brings you joy, soothes your soul, and doesn't harm anyone else in the process. On this episode, I dive into (another) list of things that I consider to be forms self care! Mentioned In This Episode: Follow J Bambii on IG - @oprah_gucci Follow Bianca on IG - @its_bink Pariss' Website Self Care 101 want to support me or the podcast? buy me ice cream? feel free! venmo: $Pariss-Garner cash-app: $ParissGarner zelle: pariss.garner@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsnottherapy/support

That's it. That's the 'tweet'. Do not believe everything you think. Our brains lie, our thoughts lie, we get triggered...if you're anything like me, you can create an entire scenario in your based on something that is not true! I encourage you explore your mind and decide what you believe to be your reality. Mentioned in this episode: Pariss' Website Self Care 101 want to support me or the podcast? buy me ice cream? feel free! venmo: $Pariss-Garner cash-app: $ParissGarner zelle: pariss.garner@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsnottherapy/support

Our greatest wishes and dreams, I think, should be spoken out loud. There's power in words and intention. For this episode, I encourage you to grab your journaling tools because we're putting it all into the universe! I share some of my big desires so I challenge you to dream big! Think outside of what's 'realistic', what do YOU WANT? No matter how big, small, or silly as you might think it is...say it out loud. The universe is always listening and you never know what you'll get back. I also advocate for sweepstakes and giveaways. Hope you enjoy! :) Mentioned in this episode: Pariss' Website Self Care 101 want to support me or the podcast? buy me ice cream? feel free! venmo: $Pariss-Garner cash-app: $ParissGarner zelle: pariss.garner@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsnottherapy/support

This episode is a great refresher for some, and an intro for others...we're talking about the inner child! Listen to learn who/what the inner child is and how you can connect with and honor yours! Mentioned in this episode: Pariss' Website Self Care 101 Download the Insight Timer App. want to support me or the podcast? buy me ice cream? feel free! venmo: $Pariss-Garner cash-app: $ParissGarner zelle: pariss.garner@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsnottherapy/support

On this episode, I go into detail about some thoughts around podcasting and my self care 'big 3'! For those who aren't into astrology, the big 3 are said to be the most important signs to know: sun, moon, and rising! I talk about my 3 favorite self care practices that I absolutely cannot function without writing, meditating, and alone time. Feel free to share your favorite self care practices with me via Instagram or email me at itsnottherapyinfo@gmail.com! I'd love to hear from you! Mentioned in this episode: support, donate, buy me ice cream? feel free! venmo: $Pariss-Garner cash-app: $ParissGarner zelle: pariss.garner@gmail.com Pariss' Website Self Care 101 - sign up Meditation for Black Women Welcome Your Inner Child Meditation --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsnottherapy/support

Life requires us to take control when we can, and flow through the rest. Oftentimes, we find ourselves making plans that get twisted and turned around because...well...life happens. On this episode, I compare our life path to children. don't worry, it will all make sense by the end of the episode. As mentioned in this episode, my rent is due and it would be awesome to have some support in paying that before July hits! If you'd like to donate, here's my info: venmo - $Pariss-Garner cashapp - $ParissGarner zelle - pariss.garner@gmail.com thanks in advance! Pariss' Links: Self Care 101 - Sign up! Subscribe to It's Not Therapy | The Newsletter Follow me on Instagram! Follow me on Twitter! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsnottherapy/support

We all have challenges. We all come faced with doing things that seem just way too hard, but at some point, we will have to face our fears and do the work that is required of us. On this episode, I talk about affirming yourself through these moments so that you can overcome! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsnottherapy/support

A talk about the importance of words and writing as self care. Pariss' Links: Self Care 101 - Sign up! Subscribe to It's Not Therapy | The Newsletter Follow me on Instagram! Follow me on Twitter! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsnottherapy/support

Hey! My name is Pariss, I am the creator of It's Not Therapy! This episode is a quick intro to the podcast and myself. Pariss' Links: Self Care 101 - Space is limited! Subscribe to It's Not Therapy | The Newsletter Follow me on Instagram! Follow me on Twitter! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsnottherapy/support