The Good-Hearted Podcast

It's sad to me that I am even doing an episode like this one, but I am hopeful that being honest about how I cope with the holiday season will help you. Although I would prefer that the Christmas magic truly made everything this time of year better, it doesn't always happen that way. When things get out of control or are too much to handle, make sure you are taking care of yourself. This episode is full of tips to help you fight burnout, deal with uncomfortable situations and treat yourself for surviving this crazy time of year.This will be my last episode of 2022. I want to wish you the Happiest Holidays and I will talk to you next year.❤️ Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcast

Stress, anxiety and overwhelm can be so much harder to deal with during the holiday season. We keep living our normal lives while also fitting in time for gift exchanges, holiday parties, excessive cooking and wrapping so many gifts. Although I love celebrating Christmas, it's easy for the magic to be stripped away for me. I am always hard on myself when I let someone down or an event doesn't go as planned. In order to set myself up for success this holiday season, I put together a self-care prep list. In this episode I'm sharing the 7 things I added to my list and explaining how I'm prepping my mental health and expectations for the holidays.Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss the next episode, all about coping with the holidays. I'll be sharing tips for dealing with stress when things get out of hand in December.❤️ Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcast

Freaking FOMO. I have struggled with the fear of missing out on things my entire life. Social media has really made these feelings more intense and has made it clear that lots of other people share similar feelings. In this episode I'm sharing some tips my therapist gave me for dealing with FOMO. I also have some questions you can ask yourself when FOMO feelings come up to help you deal with it and move on.❤️ Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcast

In this episode I'm recapping the books I read in August and September of this year, focusing on the ones I gave a 5 star rating to. In August I read mostly thrillers and September was full of funny chick lits. I also rant about my least favorite book for a little too long. All the books I mention are linked below if you'd like to check them out!My Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/131772935-morgan-anderson❤️ Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcast

After my last depressive episode, I tried reflecting on how I got where I ended up. I thought about all the things I had stopped doing to take care of myself and make sure my mindset was in a good place. I made a list of all the things I started doing when I was actively trying to come out of my depression, I'm sharing that list with you in this episode. Every time I go back into a state of depression, I have lost the motivation and energy to support myself and my mental health. Sometimes no matter what I do, I still fall back into it. Supporting my mental health will be a life-long journey. I hope you understand it will be for you as well. It's okay to have hard days and depressive episodes, it happens to the best of us. When you have the energy, try doing a few things on this list to support your own mental health and make supporting it a routine that works for you.❤️ Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcast

This episode is a chatty one, I just wanted to catch up with you and be very candid about how I am doing right now. I've struggled with depression most of this summer and the past month really did a number on me. I'm feeling better now which is how I finally got the courage to sit down and record again. I still wanted this episode to be encouraging and inspiring for you, so I'm sharing some of the signs I noticed when this depressive episode started and what I've done to try to gradually bring myself back out of it.Thank you for all the love on my previous episode about Victoria's Secret and for clicking on this episode. I appreciate it more than you know.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cGvYeq8EZbgCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/70

I found Hulu's Victoria's Secret: Angels and Demons Mini Series thanks to Jax on TikTok. She released a new song a few weeks ago called "Victoria's Secret" which is basically a big middle finger to the brand, its owner and what it has represented in our society in the last few decades. Us 90s kids were subject to the cruel and unusual punishment that was Victoria's Secret marketing and many of us developed insane body image and self-worth issues because of it. There were many other things in the early 2000s contributing to these issues (thank you to the insane diet culture) but Victoria's Secret played a huge role in changing how society perceived and worshipped the "perfect" woman. In this episode I'm sharing my feelings and thoughts about the first 2 episodes of this mini series. Huge thank you to Jax for the awareness and light she has brought to an issue that has hurt so many of us.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5soyofKPkdYCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/69Mentioned ⬇️Victoria's Secret by Jax: https://open.spotify.com/track/4svaKoxMMP7ImmKrD5hfQu?si=fb63a8472a644377Hulu's Victoria's Secret: Angels and Demons: https://www.hulu.com/series/victorias-secret-angels-and-demons-e681eeb9-703f-4fd8-8b52-9d43ffe1a584Jax Flash Mob at Victoria's Secret: https://www.tiktok.com/@jaxwritessongs/video/7124482060714085675?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7128714833767990830

I really tired to come up with a less offensive title for this episode, but nothing else would convey what I wanted it to. Sometimes we really want to tell someone know and we are terrified of being a dick or coming off in a way we don't mean. The next time you find yourself in that situation, I hope this episode will come to mind. I've talked many times before about saying no and setting boundaries, but in this episode I'm sharing some concrete ideas for how to actively say no and set firmer boundaries in your life. I hope that by following this tips you see ME as the dick who has given you an excuse to say no to someone and you aren't too hard on yourself.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastWatch on YouTube: Check out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/68Mentioned Episode 3. Saying No and Creating Boundaries - https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/3

For the first time in a long time, I'm starting to struggle with letting go of things. I've been actively decluttering for years at this point, but this year it's been hard for me to let go of anything. SAD definitely kept me down for the first few months of 2022, I stopped reading as much and just had little to no motivation to do any work on my home. Some sunshine  has definitely helped me get moving and give my house the attention it needs. I just started to find that my home wasn't as relaxing and inviting as it used to be and I know it's time to get rid of some stuff.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-Wgp5BRS-fUCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/67

A friend of mine shared an Instagram post that inspired this episode! It is a step-by-step guide to making a Bad Mental Health Day Emergency Kit. Doing these exercises was a little harder than I expected and I'm glad I chose to record this episode on a good mental health day. Since recording this episode I have relied on my box a time or two and often remember the tips from making this kit when I'm having a down day or even just a moment. I am reminded of what makes me happy and it helps me turn my mood around to accomplish what needs to be done. If you'd like to follow along, please reference this Instagram post: https://www.instagram.com/p/CdwJafMpOnn/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY%3D. You can also watch this episode on YouTube!Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pH2eTKycf3UCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/66

I'm doing something a little different in this episode. I found some Reddit threads on self-care and decided to voice my own opinion on the topics. I'm going to read through 3 Reddit posts and then share my thoughts and feelings. I always find it fascinating to get a look into someone else's life and situation and usually find a way to relate to it or see a different perspective, I hope you can too with this episode!Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/65Mentioned ⬇️AITA for not supporting my boyfriend spending money on "self-care"?: https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/gjte2x/aita_for_not_supporting_my_boyfriend_spending/AITA for not endangering my self care?: https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/gvpp7u/aita_for_not_endangering_my_self_care/AITA for getting angry at my spouse for trying to help me?:https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/rrn8r5/aita_for_getting_angry_at_my_spouse_for_trying_to/

Here are 15 more things I've learned on my self-love journey. There have been many ups, downs, good surprises and bad ones, and I'm sharing them all with you today. This episode is more vulnerable than the last, I hope you enjoy it and can relate to the things I have learned. Please send this episode on to someone who could use it.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/64Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MRkAYWzpeII Mentioned ⬇️How to Stop Caring About Everything: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/60Trauma Therapy Explained TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTdncBrk7/?k=1  

With my 30th birthday being tomorrow, I thought I would share 30 things I've learned on my self-love journey. I'm breaking this topic into 2 episodes so I can elaborate on each point, I have probably mentioned most of these before, but I don't care. Think of this episode of 30 quick tips for your mental health and self-love journey. Please send this episode on to someone who could use it.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/63Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KE0LLrttyhc

I've been podcasting for over a year now which means you and I have been doing the hard, inner work for over a year together at this point. With my 30th birthday coming up, I've been reflecting on a lot of things and I wanted to take the time to acknowledge all of the work that I've done to get to where I am today. Sometimes we're so busy doing the work we forget to celebrate all the hard things we have accomplished. I hope you find this episode encouraging and inspiring to continue working on yourself and letting your true self shine and thrive.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/62Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Dax6rgZP_ks

I'm doing something different today! I went to Tier Marker and found a list with self-help tasks. I'm going through all the tasks they included in the list and ranking them from most important to least important, according to me, when it comes to self-help. I just thought it would be a fun episode to do, but I ended up being truly enlightened by the time I was done making my list. I hope you enjoy!Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/61Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/K2LdbeTRWnMMentioned in this episode ⬇️https://tiermaker.com/create/self-help-ranking-904525

As long as I can remember I have held myself to unachievable expectations. I have cared way too much about EVERYTHING. I NEEDED to be known as likable, friendly, the life of the party, and smart (to name a few things). All of this made me a perfectionist, procrastinator and fake at the end of the day because I was constantly morphing to be who I thought other people needed me to be.When postpartum depression hit, I realized (several months in) that caring about everything was going to kill me. I was exhausted from constantly trying to be the perfect mom, daughter, sister, friend and person I thought I needed to be. I was having frequent anxiety attacks wondering if I was doing right by Harper and by everything else in my life that had come before her.I knew I needed to let some shit go, but I didn't know how. Thankfully I found 2 books that really changed my perspective on caring about things. I would highly recommend you read both of them (I listened to the audiobooks), but I'm going to give you a cliff notes version of what I learn from each of them that really helped me only care about the things that really mattered to me at the end of the day.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/60Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cgwnoLAHuWU Mentioned ⬇️The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: https://amzn.to/36g8M8S the Life Changing Magic of Not Giving a F*ck: https://amzn.to/3q38IjW

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so I wanted to devote an episode to Mental Health this month because it is so important to me. I really believe that doing small things regularly can really nurture your mind and help keep you in a safe mental space.  In this episode I am sharing ideas for improving your mental health that are easy and quick (at least in my opinion). I am all for doing things that will make a difference without having to plan or stress too much when doing them. Please take a little extra care of yourself this month, you deserve it.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IFsPW4xMmvYMentioned ⬇️Episode 3 - Saying No and Creating Boundaries: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/3

TikTok has really allowed me to change my way of thinking in some things and have endless validation for the weird ass shit I do and think about. In this episode I am reacting to TikToks with all about self-love and self-care. I'm seeing most of these videos for the first time so you will get my honest thoughts on the messaging in these TikToks. If you want to see these TikToks watch the full YouTube video of the episode here: Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/58Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nbvg4A72Cl0

I stopped posting on social media regularly last summer and I really needed the break. I was struggling with constantly feeling like I had to perform for my Instagram stories, I bought things or clothes just to have something to post on my feed and looking at my analytics constantly was keeping me from being present in my life. I no longer had a desire to share the special pieces of my life with the world. I am thankful for the break that I took, it gave me a chance to enjoy my "boring" daily life and set new boundaries around social media.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/57Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/anoEhpzrUF8

TW - Unaliving myself and trauma, depression and anxietyAfter years of considering going to therapy, I finally hit my breaking point and really needed to commit to getting the help I needed. I kept hitting roadblocks when I was trying to get started, so this episode is the truth of what I have learned about going to therapy. Everyone's experience is different, but I wanted to share my experience. I'm not sharing what my therapist and I have discussed, instead I'm sharing what my expectations and fears were when it came to starting therapy and what it has actually looked like for me. I hope you enjoy this vulnerable episode and it gives you the encouragement to get the help you need.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/56Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GmMOXth_T-s

In this episode I'm digging into what I think self-love realistically looks like. Self-love and self-care have become big buzz words since people have started to resent the hustle and/or girlboss era we were part of not that long ago. I believe self-love is a life long journey, which means we have plenty of time to be patient and gentle with ourselves as we try to navigate everything life throws at us.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/55Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hMDRca8INJc Related Episodes10. Unlocking a Positive Mindset with Callie Wylie: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/1027. Battling Bad Body Image Days: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/27

I'm so excited to share some of my latest tattoos with you today! If you'd rather watch this episode, you can here on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6ndeF7c5fCUI got my first tattoo when I was 22 and have had many years when I didn't even get a single tattoo. In the past 6 months (since September of 2021) I've gotten 8 new tattoos

I am no expert in managing anxiety, I'm just an expert in HAVING anxiety. It has taken me YEARS to *better* manage my anxiety, and it still gets the best of me a lot of the time. I'm sharing different ways that I soothe my anxiety when those tough feelings come up incase they can help you cope. You deserve to get better and to keep your anxiety under control. It's hard and it takes lots of time and practice, but I promise it's worth the work to feel like you have control over your life again.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/53Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8c2OGsnsLyA Mentioned ⬇️CONQUERing: https://myconquering.com/

I spent a lot of my 20s worrying about how I expressed myself in the world. I worried about nearly everything; how I dressed, what I said, how I decorated my home...I didn't feel happy expressing myself. Whenever I truly wore something I loved, I felt so uncomfortable because I was fretting about what everyone else was thinking. With lots of practice, I have started expressing myself in many areas of my life, unapologetically. I made this episode in hopes to inspire you to do the same and to be brave enough to truly express yourself and to be confident in your choices.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/52Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WUQTsNHxqxA Mentioned ⬇️Styling with Kenzie TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTdUhyHjS/Episode 16 - The Power of Storytelling: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/16

I've always admired minimalists and have strived to be minimal-ish for the last several years. Clearing out the clutter in my home has done wonders for my mental health when it was just the two of us and we lived in a tiny house. When we moved to a slightly bigger house and had our daughter, the house just didn't feel like home. It felt big and empty and taken over by baby stuff. The last few months I've redecorated in a way that is far from minimal and have even bought some new things to make my house feel like a home. Mentally allowing myself to bring things into my home that make me happy has been just the thing I needed to feel happy and welcome in my own home. I hope I will never be a hoarder again, but I'm excited to let go of the idea of being the perfect minimalist.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/51Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/w6F8PlLaGWA

How are your resolutions for the new year looking? If you've totally ditched them or can't even remember what resolutions you set, you're in the right place. I haven't even set new years resolutions for the last several years because I usually just feel ashamed that I wasn't able to follow through. Since the newness of 2022 has worn off, I just wanted to inspire you to do a little self-care check-in and to do a little dreaming for your life and how you can take better care of yourself. I'm going to share 3 journaling prompts I answered at the beginning of the year, let's reflect on my answers together and then you can reflect on these prompts yourself!Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/50Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nDChotgkaJUMentioned ⬇️My 2022 Planner: https://www.target.com/p/2022-waav-planner-5-875-34-x8-625-34-frosted-weekly-monthly-violet-skies-blue-sky/-/A-83604190

Spring seems in reach, but it's still pretty chilly most places, so I thought I would talk about trying to fight SAD off for the remainder of this winter season. Most years seasonal depression gets the best of me, but this is the first time in a long time I feel like I've done a good job managing it. If you're feeling down because you've been cooped up at home, I hope you try doing a few of these things to mix things up and feel like you're making the most of this cold season.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/49Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UtJrWXy_jgU Mentioned ⬇️Listen to Numb Little Bug: https://open.spotify.com/track/3o9kpgkIcffx0iSwxhuNI2?si=329996d406ae4034Episode 45 - If Your Home Feels Stale, Do This: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/45Episode 44 - Making Self-Care a Habit: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/44Hot Hands: https://www.amazon.com/HotHands-Hand-Warmers-Odorless-Activated/dp/B00D7H9LIA/ref=sr_1_4?crid=P4FJWCNEZMHA&keywords=hot+hands&qid=1646394696&sprefix=hot+hand%2Caps%2C287&sr=8-4Kristen Bell show on Netflix: The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window 

This episode is coming to you from a place of love and encouragement when you're ready to hear it. It's hard to do the inner work and to face the things we'd rather avoid in life. After a really tough season of life, I finally feel like I'm coming out the other side and I'm ready to share some things that helped me with you. I am the master at avoiding hard things, but I'm trying to face hard things more often and sharing exactly how I'm doing that with you!Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/48Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OYcc-jvBBYURelated Episode: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/47

Sometimes self-care activities can really just be ways to avoid struggles we are dealing with. Today I want to have a serious conversation about self-care and what it truly means to take care of yourself. Self-care is all about listening to your body, mind, spirit and nurturing yourself with the proper intentions. I love infusing small self-care activities into my daily life to help keep my mindset in a healthy place. The heart of this message is encouragement to be brave enough to truly take care of yourself and do the inner work that desperately needs done.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/47Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/s5F6RVFGn2Q Related Episode: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/44Mentioned ⬇️Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle: https://amzn.to/3zfOBT9

If you are interested in hearing my random thoughts about the struggles of being a Millennial, this episode is for you. I'm sharing what I've learned from Gen X and Gen Z. As Millennials, we grew up in a new turn of the century, we have lived in the old world and the new one. We have been pulled in a lot of directions over the years and have been promised a lot of things that never came to fruition. A lot has changed in the last few decades and I have high hopes for what we will see throughout the rest of our lives.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/46Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2wsdAXeo1XU

I don't know about you, but each year after the holidays, my house feels bare without all the extra decorations. I love mixing up the things in my house to help it feel like a fresh, new space at the beginning of every year. In this episode, I'm sharing how I refreshed my home without spending hardly any money! I always start with a new Pinterest board, pinning anything that catches my eye. Then I look back at my pins and see what I already have that can be moved to a different spot in my home to mimic the vibe of my Pinterest board.  After I rearrange the things I already have, I either do DIY projects to make any pieces I'm making or keep an eye out for those objects when I go out shopping. I hope you will try to refresh any areas of your home that feel stale and transform it into a space you love!Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/45Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lzpb7k8Suz0

I hope this episode inspires you to think about how you can take care of yourself a little bit better every day until it becomes a daily habit. I love being surrounded by things that I love first thing in morning. I don't have a long, drawn out morning routine, but I do start each day with a cup of coffee and sitting on the couch in my living room. I like to treat myself to special coffee and/or creamer from time to time, have a cozy blanket waiting for me on the couch and to read from the book I'm reading instead of scrolling on my phone while I enjoy my coffee. Making these things easy for me to grab for aren't huge ways to take care of myself, but they do make my morning and overall day a little bit better, no matter how far it goes off the rails. Listen to the episode to learn how I have made self-care a habit throughout the rest of my day!Check out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/44Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JM3dvFu2hy8 Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastMentioned in this episode ⬇️Towel Hair Wrap: https://amzn.to/32h0trMLip Mask: https://amzn.to/3AwjNOFLavender Pillow Mist: https://amzn.to/3FLXK7mSatin Pillowcase: https://amzn.to/3ry2F6N

I stopped setting resolutions at the beginning of the New Year a long time ago.  The last few years, I chose a word I wanted to focus on throughout the year. That hasn't worked too well for me either. I'm entering this new year with slowly and quietly with an open heart and open mind. To set my intentions, I just sat in a quiet room for about 5 minutes and wrote down "I Will" statements. The intentions I have set are based on what I desire for myself in this next year. I hope my intentions will resonate with you and inspire some of your own!I hope you find happiness and peace this year. Check out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/43Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcast

2021 was a difficult year for me. There was a lot of loss, grief, stress and sickness. Adjusting to the world's new normal has been hard for our family. If you struggled this year too, you're not alone. It wasn't all bad, though. In this episode I'm talking about some of the best things about 2021.Check out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/43My Good Reads account: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/131772935-morgan-anderson My Lovely Wife: https://amzn.to/32S5xmfSock Bun Studios: https://sockbunstudios.comThe Party Crasher: https://amzn.to/3mNvjPPThe Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: https://amzn.to/32Fd8FdBurnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle: https://amzn.to/3zfOBT9Oh Crap! I Have a Toddler: https://amzn.to/3HpsXOT

I have nothing against knick-knacky gifts, but if you're looking for minimal Christmas gift ideas this year, this episode is for you. A lot of the things I mention are things on my own list this year. In general, my minimal gifts ideas fall into one of the following categories: they are an experience of some kind, they are consumable/reusable, they are a digital or subscription based. I also try to go for quality over quantity. I'd rather spend more on one gift for someone than spend the same amount on a few cheaper gifts. Minimal gifts making shopping much easier on me and I don't have to spend as much time wrapping! I hope you get some great ideas from today's episode!Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/41Mentioned ⬇️Robot vacuum: https://amzn.to/3EnI0aQNeutral oil diffuser: https://amzn.to/3oflNGnClip on pot strainer: https://amzn.to/3Ev21fuStainless steel measuring cups: https://amzn.to/3Ddvn0xStainless steel measuring spoons: https://amzn.to/3Eo2LTNCONQUERing: https://myconquering.comHighlights for Toddlers: https://shop.highlights.com/hello-magazine#Dolly's Imagination Library: https://imaginationlibrary.com

Instead of doing a "Christmas Eve Box" this year, I'm trying a December 1st Box. My idea behind doing this box is that it will hold some really special Christmas items for us to start enjoying on December 1st every year. I'm going to share everything I have in my box so far and I hope it gives you some ideas for what to put in yours!Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/40Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WZeSIBgbamE Related - Listen to Episode 37 Stress Less this Holiday Season: https://link.chtbl.com/ghp37Mentioned in this episode ⬇️Similar Christmas Gift Box: https://www.joann.com/extra-large-flip-top-storage-box---snowmen-animals/18400937.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&gclid=Cj0KCQiA-eeMBhCpARIsAAZfxZD9gEwVXzr13PmI_tyIIoAcsEigljjCUqnQgJJUNs1s1JvI9QI1tVgaAoNlEALw_wcBSimilar Advent Calendar: https://www.target.com/p/merry-christmas-hanging-advent-calendar-red-wondershop-8482/-/A-82088638#lnk=sametabDinosaur Christmas Tree Ornament: https://www.target.com/p/dinosaur-christmas-tree-ornament-green-wondershop-8482/-/A-82301064Starbucks Holiday Blend: https://amzn.to/3FBWFzlHanna Andersson Dear Deer Matching Family Christmas Pajamas: https://www.hannaandersson.com/pajamas-collection-christmas-pajamas/00103.html?cgid=pajamas-collection-christmas-pajamasOld Navy pajamas: https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/category.do?cid=1183671Dollar Tree Christmas items: https://www.dollartree.com/christmas/gifts-stocking-stuffersSimilar Mickey Light Up Necklace: https://amzn.to/30JMlGn

It's the perfect time to tackle high traffic, cluttered areas in your home before you bring even more things into it with the holidays. Developing systems or completely clearing flat surfaces has helped my mental load so much. Every time I see a pile of crap on the counter, my mind starts adding to my to-do list; Sort mail, file receipts, take random ass things to our room/Harper's room/bathroom...I'm stressed enough as it is, I don't need my kitchen counter yelling at me constantly! If you're feeling inspired by this episode, start with one small area that seems to always be cluttered in your home, keep your system simple and breathe a little easier the rest of the week. I hope these tips and ideas help reduce some of your stress this holiday season.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/39Mentioned in this episode ⬇️Small hanging baskets: https://amzn.to/3kOosVoBanana hammock: https://amzn.to/3wWkwqmIkea jar with lid storage: https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/saxborga-jar-with-lid-and-tray-set-of-5-glass-cork-40391879/Ikea storage boxes with lids: https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/kuggis-storage-box-with-lid-turquoise-00489514/

Today I'm sharing about why I love the concept of a "Heart Family." We have the power to choose who we are close to in our lives, who we invest our time and love into and it doesn't matter if they are blood or not. I am thankful to have an amazing, loving family. I am also thankful for the family members I have chosen. My ride or dies, if you will. I hope you remember to add to your Heart Family when it feels right.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcast Check out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/38Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/o4gxpcYsxf0 Mentioned ⬇️Slumberkins : https://slumberkins.com

It's the perfect time to start planning for the holiday season so that you actually get to enjoy it this year. I've had a lot of experience stressing over the holidays and I try to stress a little less every year. Today I'm sharing my tips for reducing your stress level during this holiday season. I want you to take care of yourself and do things you actually want to this year, you deserve it.'Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/37Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WtsA15hWkeIMentioned ⬇️Fetch Rewards: https://fetchrewards.onelink.me/vvv3/referraltext?code=KXGDT

If you're feeling a little down in the dumps, this episode is for you. It's wild to me how the smallest things can take a blow to my confidence. It doesn't usually take much to get me off my game, but trying these techniques to boost my confidence usually gets me back on track. I hope these tips will help you when you need a good confidence boost!Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SKJlJxN235M

I'm sharing the best things I've learned from years of watching The Home Edit on YouTube and binging their content the past few months. Making your house a space you feel comfortable and safe in is essential for your self-love journey. You deserve to have things that make you happy and to be intentional with where they live in your home.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/35Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodheartedpodcastMENTIONED:My Good Reads account: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/131772935-morgan-andersonMaster the Mess YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwnyebP4SkwpUs9b-UGRSiXcxe-CkkUa6The Home Edit: A Guide to Organizing and Realizing Your House Goals: https://amzn.to/3aa3jPL The Home Edit Life: The No-Guilt Guide to Owning What You Want and Organizing Everything: https://amzn.to/3uEsDqzBut First, Coffee YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/butfirstcoffeeJunk Drawer Organization Video: https://youtu.be/YYc482rZx3EGet Organized with The Home Edit: https://www.netflix.com/title/81094723

Spooky Season has officially started in the Anderson household

I'm back after taking a few weeks off from podcasting. Thank you for still listening to today's episode. I often get frustrated when I get into a funk that I just can't shake. If you've struggled with that too, I'm sharing a few things that really helped me get back to work and doing the things I love when I really just wanted to sit on the couch all day, every day. Thank you again for being here with me, I appreciate you more than you know!Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_c1bmYvdasQ

Everyone has their own rules for self-love, but today I wanted to talk about the ones I think are most important to me. Self-love is something we should all be practicing each and every day. The rules I'm sharing with you are ones I follow to help me live as the truest version of myself and have a life I'm proud of. That doesn't mean it's Instagram-worthy or something everyone else covets. It's what I want for myself. A life that allows me to be authentic and to be taken care of. If any of these rules resonate with you, please follow them yourself. Also take some time to brainstorm self-love rules that will work for you and make you happy. I'm thrilled you're listening to this episode and I hope it inspires you today. Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/32Mentioned in this episode ⬇️Self-Love Guided Workbook: https://sunny-teacher-9228.ck.page/f66fe08af3Episode 16 Share Your Story: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/16 Share your stuff, I'll Go First Book: https://amzn.to/2XI2JphEpisode 7: Letting Go of Perfection: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/7Episode 28 Quit Controlling Everything: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/28

It is not selfish to take care of yourself. Every time I'm burnt out or feeling overwhelmed, I realize I haven't done something to take care of myself in a while. Today I'm sharing some of my favorite self-care items that really help me to take care of myself without me really having to do anything extra during the day. We're all busy and we all have excuses for why we don't have time to take care of ourselves. I hope this episode inspires you to treat yourself to a little self-care.Support the Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcast Check out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/31Mentioned in this episode ⬇️Robot Vacuum: https://amzn.to/3ydzoj5 Shine App: https://join.shinetext.com/promo/invite-friends?utm_source=Shine&utm_medium=Share_Page&utm_campaign=Invite_Friends&name=MorganStress Relief Scrub: https://amzn.to/37e3RT4Shower Bombs: https://amzn.to/3ffSM8HDW Candles: https://amzn.to/38fqdUFWhiskey River Candles: https://amzn.to/38ahFyEInflatable Pool: https://amzn.to/379nDPNSelf-Love Guided Workbook: https://sunny-teacher-9228.ck.page/f66fe08af3

I am pretty protective when it comes to my time and my money. In different seasons one is more precious to me than the other, but I still do my best not to waste either. If you find you're often frustrated when you spend time or money on something that doesn't seem "worth it," this episode is for you. I just want to encourage you to spend your time and money on things you will truly enjoy and inspiration to protect it from things you won't.Support the Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcast Check out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/30Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/AO6dG8L508Q

There is so much power in doing mindset work. For years I have worked to shift many different mindsets to help me live a happy and healthier life. I'm still regularly working on ditching mindsets that don't serve me anymore and nurturing new ways of thinking. The mindset shifts I'm sharing with you today really have changed my life, for the better. I've grown by embracing community over competition, I've let go of things by embracing regular decluttering and so much more.Support the Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcast Check out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/29Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/N_SNBTWnPxAMentioned in this episode ⬇️Episode 19 - Self-Help Books That Actually Helped Me: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/19 Rising Tide Society: https://www.honeybook.com/risingtide/Built to Belong pre-order: https://amzn.to/3inPCBDBad Body Image Day Checklist Free Download: https://sunny-teacher-9228.ck.page/42feb66354Episode 27 - Battling Bad Body Image Days: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/27The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: https://amzn.to/3A97oyGThe Purpose Show: https://alliecasazza.com/podcast/Declutter Like a Mother: https://amzn.to/2TXkzmSThe Glowponent Method: https://glowponent.com/Episode 10 - Unlocking a Positive Mindset with Callie Wylie: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/10

I gained so much of my time and energy back when I quit trying to control everything in my life. This of course took a lot of time and patience while I started to let go of perfection and the need to control everything. In this episode I share how I quit controlling everything and how it brought wonder and curiosity back into my life.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/28Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/F0vjX6ivMskMentioned in this episode ⬇️Episode 7 Letting Go of Perfection: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/7Episode 19 Self-Help Books That Actually Helped Me: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/19

Striving for a positive or neutral body image is a journey. On this journey we will have good, bad, easy and hard days. I battle bad body images days the most in the summer. I'm usually uncomfortable because of the sticky humidity and feel insecure when I can't cover up my bloated body with an oversized sweater. I know I can't be alone in these feelings, so today I'm sharing how I battle bad body image days when they come up.Download your FREE Bad Body Image Day Checklist here:  https://sunny-teacher-9228.ck.page/42feb66354Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/27Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WohXtLvwIfkMentioned in this episode ⬇️Episode 10 Unlocking a Positive Mindset with Callie Wylie: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/10

Hygge is something that is easy and natural for me to practice in the cooler months, but I've been missing the practice this summer. If you've been craving all the cozy feels like I have, this episode is for you. I'm sharing how I practice hygge even when it's blazing hot outside.Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/26Watch on YouTube:  https://youtu.be/Xfh3cNIEqVsMentioned in this episode ⬇️The Little Book of Hygge: https://amzn.to/3egsMJDSarah Says (Sock Bun Studios) Hygge episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1u0rrcPXGXKdr1zzMidueAsi=PCNM5RdAR2iweBBapVJxSQ&dl_branch=1Hammock stand: https://amzn.to/2UvO5QCHammock: https://amzn.to/3AF9lDWInflatable pool: https://amzn.to/3yEp8kqPlastic Adirondack Chair: https://www.target.com/p/deluxe-realcomfort-adirondack-chair-gray-adams-manufacturing/-/A-77679340Fairy Lights: https://amzn.to/3AF9S91Episode 22 with Quianna Marie: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/22Candle from Crystal Lite Boutique on Etsy: https://etsy.me/3qRgIng

Jessica has been a boudoir photographer for 6 years now. She loves encouraging women during her sessions, making them feel bold and beautiful long after the images have been taken. A session like this is so much more than a photo shoot. It's an insane confidence boost and so empowering to do a boudoir shoot for yourself. Support the Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/goodheartedpodcastCheck out the Show Notes: https://www.goodheartedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/25Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-zRiuN2_Q2cMentioned in this episodeJessica's Instagram: https://instagram.com/jessicablushstudio/Blush's Instagram: https://instagram.com/blushstudiolife/Blush's Website: https://blushboudoir.com/Blush FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/blushboudoirvip/