The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It’s the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it’s important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Karsten Bush is an engineer and millennial who is finding her footing and becoming the highest version of herself.
Welcome to 2025! This is the first episode of the new year and I am excited to reflect on 2024 and prep for the year ahead. In this episode I also get into goal setting and how to make sure our goals are realistic and specific. Resources Mentioned: The Year Compass Let's Get it Done Worksheet At the time of this episode there are wildfires spreading throughout Los Angeles. Many have lost their homes and lives. If you feel called to please feel free to look through these resources, give back, and donate where you can. Volunteer and donation opportunities: https://secretlosangeles.com/how-you-can-help-la-wildfires/ GoFundMe Master List Submissions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeqKbSJ_mQtpVqw6F-CNMudvS1_sWE1pA8lasw-SgTPMWP06A/viewform Displaced Black Families GoFundMe Directory: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pK5omSsD4KGhjEHCVgcVw-rd4FZP9haoijEx1mSAm5c/edit?gid=0#gid=0 Mutual Aid Los Angeles Network Fire & Wind Storm Resources: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1KMk34XY5dsvVJjAoD2mQUVHYU_Ib6COz6jcGH5uJWDY/htmlview?usp=sharing# ------------------------------ The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. Join my mailing list and subscribe to my newsletter, the Open Invitation today! The Open Invitation is a newsletter that takes creating and cultivating community to a new level. Sign up today to be in the know and be the first to hear about new content and announcements: https://wordswithmepodcast.com/the-open-invitation/ ------------------------------ Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Read the latest blog posts at www.wordswithmepodcast.com/all-posts/ Check out my second channel! https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush
How to Die Alone is a new show created by Natasha Rothwell that is now streaming on Hulu. It follows Mel on her journey to finding confidence in herself and discovering who she truly wants to be. It's a great binge watch that is full of lessons for anyone trying to become the highest version of themself. It's also the most recent thing I haven't been able to stop yapping about. In this episode I talk about: Understanding and dealing with loneliness Moving through fear and taking action Friendship breakups Why I love this how and lessons learned from watching it Here is a great article from Very Well Mind that talks about the causes and consequences of loneliness by Kendra Cherry, MSEd. Related Episode: "10. Living in Fear, Limiting Beliefs, and Stepping Out on Faith" ------------------------------ The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. Join my mailing list and subscribe to my newsletter, the Open Invitation today! The Open Invitation is a newsletter that takes creating and cultivating community to a new level. Sign up today to be in the know and be the first to hear about new content and announcements: https://wordswithmepodcast.com/the-open-invitation/ ------------------------------ Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Read the latest blog posts at www.wordswithmepodcast.com/all-posts/ Check out my second channel! https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush
We tend to be our own worst enemy and sometimes setting unrealistic expectations is the way we get there. Let's chat about overachieving and how to be more present. This podcast episode was inspired by a YouTube video that was previously posted on my second channel. You can see the full video here: https://youtu.be/Wxj3hg9hU1Y?si=X4J-RaQPgW-kcXxr Here's a great podcast episode from the To My Sisters podcast that really spoke to where I'm at in this season of my life: "Embracing Your Season: 5 Keys to Overcoming Comparison, Insecurity & Fear of the Future" ------------------------------ The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. Join my mailing list and subscribe to my newsletter, the Open Invitation today! The Open Invitation is a newsletter that takes creating and cultivating community to a new level. Sign up today to be in the know and be the first to hear about new content and announcements: https://wordswithmepodcast.com/the-open-invitation/ ------------------------------ Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my second channel! https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush
This is a very special twin edition of the podcast. Kristen Bush is an Engineer/Scientist II at the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). She is passionate about helping disadvantaged communities and improving the energy infrastructure for all. She's also my twin sister and best friend! This episode touches on our relationship as twins and discusses some of the highs and lows we've experienced while trying to develop our own identities. This is probably going to be my favorite episode yet! Kristen's Instagram - @climateandcurls Talk Tech to Me Ep. 88 "Climate, Curls, & EVs" ------------------------------ The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. Join my mailing list and subscribe to my newsletter, the Open Invitation today! The Open Invitation is a newsletter that takes creating and cultivating community to a new level. Sign up today to be in the know and be the first to hear about new content and announcements: https://wordswithmepodcast.com/the-open-invitation/ ------------------------------ Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my second channel! https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush
In this episode of the podcast, I discuss failure and what it truly means to fail. I also provide tips and tricks for reframing failure. Failure does not define us, but it's up to us to find the strength to try again. Articles on Cognitive Reframing: "How Cognitive Reframing Works" - Very Well Mind, Amy Morin, LCSW "What is Cognitive Reframing?" - Better Help Related Episode: "15. Planting Assets, The Art of the Pivot, and Dealing with the Unexpected (Words with Kayla)" ------------------------------ The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. Join my mailing list and subscribe to my newsletter, the Open Invitation today! The Open Invitation is a newsletter that takes creating and cultivating community to a new level. Sign up today to be in the know and be the first to hear about new content and announcements: https://wordswithmepodcast.com/the-open-invitation/ ------------------------------ Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my second channel! https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush Latest YouTube video: "A Deep Dive About our Obsession with Recognition, Award Shows, Publication Lists, and Vanity Scams"
Let's talk about finding ourselves! We all have a desire to belong and to be seen by the right people. We have to be careful to not find our value and worth only in what other people can do for us or say about us. Self-discovery is a lifelong journey and it's okay if there are some bumps in the road. In this episode I also talk about: Netflix and "America's Sweethearts" Withstanding peer pressure Our fear of being fully seen Tying our worth to accomplishments and accolades ------------------------------ The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. Join my mailing list and subscribe to my newsletter, the Open Invitation today! The Open Invitation is a newsletter that takes creating and cultivating community to a new level. Sign up today to be in the know and be the first to hear about new content and announcements: https://wordswithmepodcast.com/the-open-invitation/ ------------------------------ Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my second channel! https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush Latest YouTube video: "A Deep Dive About our Obsession with Recognition, Award Shows, Publication Lists, and Vanity Scams"
This episode is a dose of tough love from me to me, but it is a great opportunity to get real and ask ourselves how are we stopping our own growth and discovery by waiting on other people. In this episode I also talk about: My trip to Mexico Navigating uncertainty Trying new things Agency ------------------------------ The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. Join my mailing list and subscribe to my newsletter, the Open Invitation today! The Open Invitation is a newsletter that takes creating and cultivating community to a new level. Sign up today to be in the know and be the first to hear about new content and announcements: https://wordswithmepodcast.com/the-open-invitation/ ------------------------------ Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my second channel! https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush Latest YouTube video: "A Deep Dive About our Obsession with Recognition, Award Shows, Publication Lists, and Vanity Scams"
In this episode I chat about my experience with EMDR therapy! I've been in EMDR therapy for months now and it has ben such a unique experience. In this episode I also talk about: Misconceptions around therapy Understanding anxiety The mind-body connection Destigmatizing trauma Related Episode: "5. Starting Your Healing Journey, What to Expect, and Lessons Learned from Therapy" The following resources can be used to help you find mental health treatment services, including affordable treatment for those without insurance, in your community: https://www.mhanational.org/finding-therapy Check out this article for affordable resources: https://greatist.com/health/best-online-therapy "What is EMDR?" https://www.emdr.com/what-is-emdr/ Other resources (NOT SPONSORED): Cerebral BetterHelp Talk Space Therapy for Black Girls Black Female Therapists Inclusive Therapists Therapy in Color Open Counseling ------------------------------ The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. Join my mailing list and subscribe to my newsletter, the Open Invitation today! The Open Invitation is a newsletter that takes creating and cultivating community to a new level. Sign up today to be in the know and be the first to hear about new content and announcements: https://wordswithmepodcast.com/the-open-invitation/ ------------------------------ Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my second channel! https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush Latest YouTube video: "A Very Dance-Filled Month: Come to a Video Shoot with Me, Embracing Change, & Being Present" --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
In this episode I have a good chat about what it means to come into alignment and how alignment can look different for all of us. Finding alignment is something that doesn't require us to overwork, but how can we get there? Let's talk about it. Related Episode: "10. Living in Fear, Limited Beliefs, and Stepping Out on Faith" How to Stop Overachieving (YouTube video from my personal channel) ------------------------------ The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. Join my mailing list and subscribe to my newsletter, the Open Invitation today! The Open Invitation is a newsletter that takes creating and cultivating community to a new level. Sign up today to be in the know and be the first to hear about new content and announcements: https://wordswithmepodcast.com/the-open-invitation/ ------------------------------ Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my second channel! https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
In this episode, I dive into what our desire for recognition means and how we can learn to appreciate our own value and authenticity for ourselves. Amanda Seales has been a topic of conversation following the release of this Essence Magazine article: "Op-Ed: It's Time to Admit That Being Liked is More Important Than Being Good at Your Job" I also discuss: Respectability politics Validation in content creator spaces Networking and likability in the workspace Understanding envy and jealousy Resources mentioned: Amanda Seales' podcast episode "Side Effects of Being 'Too Much'" NPR "What Likability Means in the Workplace" by Andee Tagle and Clare Marie Schneider Related Episodes: Episode 4: "Projecting Insecurities, Dealing with Difficult Personalities, and Lessons Learned from ANTM" Episode 21: "Embracing Your Calling, Taking a Chance, and Being Okay with Disappointing Others" ------------------------------ The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. Join my mailing list and subscribe to my newsletter, the Open Invitation today! The Open Invitation is a newsletter that takes creating and cultivating community to a new level. Sign up today to be in the know and be the first to hear about new content and announcements: https://wordswithmepodcast.com/the-open-invitation/ ------------------------------ Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my second channel! https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
This episode is coming straight off of a work trip! I was in Louisiana for the week and didn't actually bring any of my equipment with me. Since I am working on disciplining myself, and sticking to my biweekly podcasting schedule, I recorded this episode to talk about Overachieving Learning how to prioritize the commitments in our lives Navigating and responding to burnout and Comparing ourselves to others ------------------------------ The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. Join my mailing list and subscribe to my newsletter, the Open Invitation today! The Open Invitation is a newsletter that takes creating and cultivating community to a new level. Sign up today to be in the know and be the first to hear about new content and announcements: https://wordswithmepodcast.com/the-open-invitation/ ------------------------------ Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my second channel! https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
In this episode I get a little introspective about some recent wins and losses. It's important to understand that just because the wins come it doesn't the losses can't and won't follow. I also get into Leaning into your softer side Finding safe spaces, and Being honest about your weaknesses I was also featured on some really cool podcasts and radio shows! Blerd Out Movement Podcast "Tech Innovators Shaping Our Future": https://open.spotify.com/episode/2i6sktzXHGl3tWOGQe4ru0?si=8758c9deb1ac4001 Talk Tech to Me "Black Girls Engineer Too": https://open.spotify.com/show/22LwRIf6FpUiIvbLfBJDBB?si=2b0d812b0a954de8 ------------------------------ The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. Join my mailing list and subscribe to my newsletter, the Open Invitation today! The Open Invitation is a newsletter that takes creating and cultivating community to a new level. Sign up today to be in the know and be the first to hear about new content and announcements: https://wordswithmepodcast.com/the-open-invitation/ ------------------------------ Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
Life is about appreciating the journey and not getting caught up on the destination. Recently, I've been reflecting on how I've grown complacent with aspects of my life, my goals, and my professional career. In this episode I get into: Trusting the timing and calling over your life Getting comfortable with disappointing others Lessons from Victoria Monet's Grammy wins Understanding God's best versus what other people want for you We have to have enough belief and faith in ourselves to trust that things are working out in our favor and for our highest good. Even if it takes a minute to see the vision, it's okay. Your life is your own and you are the only one who can live it for you. Get ready for another great episode! ------------------------------ The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Join my mailing list and subscribe to my newsletter, the Open Invitation today! The Open Invitation is a newsletter that takes creating and cultivating community to a new level. Sign up today to be in the know and be the first to hear about new content and announcements: https://wordswithmepodcast.com/the-open-invitation/ ------------------------------ Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my second channel! https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush Read the latest blog posts at www.wordswithmepodcast.com Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
I wanted to take time to talk about my experience with grief and some of the revelations I've had since then. This was something that wasn't completely unexpected, but it was still sudden. I was able to spend time with loved ones and be reminded of the things that truly matter in my life. In this episode I also talk about what it means to truly surrender, dealing with uncertainty, and getting comfortable with facing some uncomfortable truths. I feel like 2024 is going to a transformational year and there are things I need to release in order to truly take hold of the things that are meant for me. ------------------------------ The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Join my mailing list and subscribe to my newsletter, the Open Invitation today! The Open Invitation is a newsletter that takes creating and cultivating community to a new level. Sign up today to be in the know and be the first to hear about new content and announcements: https://wordswithmepodcast.com/the-open-invitation/ ------------------------------ Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my second channel! https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush Read the latest blog posts at www.wordswithmepodcast.com Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
If you haven't seen the interview with Johnathan Owens, you are in luck! I watched it so you don't have to and you already know I have thoughts. Jonathan Owens, who is Simone Biles' husband, was interviewed on the Pivot Podcast, which focuses mainly on interviewing current and former football players to learn about their life lessons and experiences. He said a few things about his experience of meeting Simone Biles that rubbed people he wrong way. Let's get into it. In this episode I also unpack humility, dive into my experiences in femininity circles and challenge us all to think about what it means to be humble and to admit where we are outmatched. Watch the full Pivot Podcast interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmdb0RzvG7c ------------------------------ The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. Join my mailing list and subscribe to my newsletter, the Open Invitation today! The Open Invitation is a newsletter that takes creating and cultivating community to a new level. Sign up today to be in the know and be the first to hear about new content and announcements: https://wordswithmepodcast.com/the-open-invitation/ ------------------------------ Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my second channel! https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
Today's episode is a very special collaboration with Faith Clay! Faith is an author, poet, social media manager, podcaster, and a soon to be lifestyle coach to name a few. She is the host of Arlandria Speaks and her podcast is all about dropping the veil and unlocking all the parts of yourself that you are afraid of, changing your perspective on yourself and your life, and building a foundation of trust. In this episode we discuss how we deal with and work through perfectionism. We also get into community and even chat a bit about our love for Threads, Instagram's newest, text-based app. Sounds awesome right? Grab a seat and get ready for another great episode. You can follow Faith on Instagram @faith.arlandria and visit her website at arlandriaspeaksco.com ------------------------------ The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Join my mailing list and subscribe to my newsletter, the Open Invitation today! The Open Invitation is a newsletter that takes creating and cultivating community to a new level. Sign up today to be in the know and be the first to hear about new content and announcements: https://wordswithmepodcast.com/the-open-invitation/ ------------------------------ Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my second channel! https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
Now this wouldn't be the Words with Me Podcast if we didn't make time for a little pop culture moment! Of all the things I've done since the previous episode of this podcast, having seen Beyonce, in the flesh, twice, has to be the biggest highlight ever. I owe it to myself to take a moment to stan but to also get into some life lessons and takeaways from my Renaissance experience. Tune in and let's see what we can learn from Mrs. Carter okay?! -------------------------------------- The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. -------------------------------------- Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my second channel! https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
Who's ready for a midyear update! This is mostly a brain dump so prepare for some serious reflections. We made it just in time for the middle of the year. I can say for myself that I've been having a great time, but I am definitely noticing a shift within myself. I know that I have plenty of things I would like to experience and I also know that I need to make room for growth, peace and contentment. The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. -------------------------------------- Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my second channel! https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
Guess what? This is the very first interview episode for the Words with Me Podcast! I was so excited to have a transparent conversation and learn a bit more about pivoting, dealing with the unexpected, and how to trust your intuition and decision-making. In this episode, we are talking to Kayla Garrett of Planting Assets. Kayla Garrett helps individuals build consistent healthy habits through cleansing, fresh juice, and sea-moss gel. Planting Assets started as a way for her to help her family stay healthy during the Covid-19 pandemic, and turned into something more. I hope you're as excited for this conversation as I am! Video is available on YouTube. Planting Assets Website: https://www.plantingassets.com/ Plating Assets Socials: Instagram -@plantingassets TikTok - @plantingassets The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. -------------------------------------- Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my second channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTVvZ0PapQR1p6E7bS4w3JA --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
If you didn't already know, I do love some good reality T.V. and in this episode we are (mostly) talking about Love is Blind. If you've watched Season 4 I think all I have to say is Zack, Irina, and Bliss and you will know exactly what I'm talking about today... Reality T.V. is entertaining, but it also inadvertently becomes a weird sort of case study. Plenty of shows call authenticity into question whether it's the authenticity of the participants or the authenticity of the show itself. You could give these shows the benefit of the doubt and believe that the people who are casted on these shows are showing you who they are authentically even when the cameras aren't rolling. What happens when it becomes very clear that someone is in fact not being authentic at all? Resources Mentioned: "Why People Ignore Red Flags of Trouble in Relationships" https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/between-the-sheets/202109/why-people-ignore-red-flags-trouble-in-their-relationships "'It's Love Island, Not Friend Island': Authenticity and Surveillance in Reality TV, a Literature Review and Content Analysis" - https://cedar.wwu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1450&context=wwu_honors Encyclopedia Brittanica - https://www.britannica.com/art/television-in-the-United-States/Reality-TV Psychology in Seattle YouTube Video "Love is Blind - Season 4 #15 - (Zack, Bliss, & Irina) - Therapists Reacts - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1W56GyWrZQg --------------------------------------- The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. -------------------------------------- Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my second channel!: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTVvZ0PapQR1p6E7bS4w3JA --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
In Episode 13 of the podcast we have a little catch up, get into owning our journeys, and get real about what it means to be closer to thirty than twenty. Let's get a little uncomfortable shall we? It's now 2023 and your resident recovering perfectionist has entered the LATE TWENTIES. While a part of that freaks me out (I mean I am pretty close to 30 now….) I also see the opportunity in it. It's very easy to see what other people have done and think that you are doing something wrong. Comparison is a real trap, but it's important to remember that the journey is supposed to be unique and is special to each and every one of us. Resources mentioned: The Year Compass: https://yearcompass.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Words with Me podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. You can find me on Instagram @wordswithmepodcast or @karstenashleybush for more uplifting content. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
*The audio is a little choppy at the beginning and towards the end, but we move!* "Self-doubt occurs when we lack confidence or feel incapable of doing things we need to do. People who doubt about themselves experience uncertainty around things they can't control or worry about things not going according to plan." We ALLLL deal with doubt in one way or another, but we does it hold us back, so much? Doubt is an obstacle we all face on this journey and it is up to us to make sure we are making room to grow, learn and surprise ourselves. We are more than capable and uniquely equipped to take on whatever life throws at us. In this episode we get into how doubt can hold us back, why we should overcome doubt, and how we should all run our own race to get to where we want to be. Articles referenced: How Self-Doubt Keeps You Stuck (And How to Overcome It) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Words with Me podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. You can find me on Instagram @wordswithmepodcast or @karstenashleybush for more uplifting content. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
We all get to a point where we may realize we've been the thing that's been holding us back. Being open to life and staying open to our desires may cause us to encounter things that can be challenging, demanding or difficult. Being open can also cause us to see and experience things we've only dreamed of. In this episode of the podcast we get into opening yourself up to your desires, walking in your brilliance, and touch a bit on reality TV dating shows because who doesn't love some reality TV? Podcast Mentioned: I am Living in My Brilliance - Affirmation Pod Book Mentioned: Bamboozled by Jesus - Yvonne Orji ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Words with Me podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. You can find me on Instagram @wordswithmepodcast or @karstenashleybush for more uplifting content. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/karsten-bush/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
I can think of so many things I've experienced when it comes to my own healing journey and mental health. I know that there is one constant I can think of... fear! We all know what fear feels like, but what exactly is fear? According to the Oxford Dictionary, fear is an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat. We experience fear in so many ways and living in fear can cause us to adopt beliefs about ourselves, the world and people around us (limiting beliefs) that aren't healthy and don't really serve our best interest. In this episode I get into my own experiences with fear, share my experiences with insecurity and doubt and provide tips on how to overcome those things. I even get a little vulnerable and talk about one of the toughest periods of my life dealing with ILVEN! I've discussed this in detail on my old blog and I've never really gone into detail here. This was an important episode for me to make and I genuinely hope you can take something great away from it. These can be hard things to deal with, but they can be overcome! Articles Referenced: Hot to Overcome Limiting Beliefs That Hold You Back from Success These Limiting Beliefs Are Preventing You From Being Successful Here is a link to worksheets I've used to identify my own limiting beliefs from PositivePsychology.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Words with Me podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. You can find me on Instagram @wordswithmepodcast or @karstenashleybush for more uplifting content. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
When it comes to change it can be a struggle motivating ourselves to change and to do what we can to sustain that change. I know for myself change can be scary and that fear can keep us from outgrowing old versions of ourselves. In this episode of the podcast I get into Learning to celebrate yourself Overcoming old patterns, habits and beliefs Getting older and changing as a person We have to start being our biggest cheerleaders and not our biggest critics and this isn't an overnight thing. This thing takes time, effort, discipline and dedicating to ourselves and our growth. We all are trying to do and be better. Let's learn how to get the hang of this change thing together! Here is an article from Psychology Today called, "8 Reasons Why It's so Hard to Really Change Your Behavior" Change can be hard, but it doesn't have to be impossible. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Words with Me podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. You can find me on Instagram @wordswithmepodcast or @karstenashleybush for more uplifting content. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
So it's December and while I am preparing to mentally check out for the holidays, I am also looking ahead towards the end of the year. This time brings up so many emotions. There's the expectation of great things to come and also a little bit of anxiety about the unknowns of the year to come. My motto for 2022? "Choose you in 2022!" Looking back on this year I am happy about everything I've accomplished for myself. I feel proud of myself and I hope you feel proud of yourself too. In this episode I get into some of my Goals and intentions, Limiting beliefs (here's a great resource with some worksheets to identify limiting beliefs: https://positivepsychology.com/core-beliefs-worksheets/), and scattered remarks along the way Side note: I think it's hilarious that anytime I think and episode will be quick it's at least 20 minutes. While my goals may not be the grandest, I realize that any goal that I want to reach will take discipline and focus. What are some of your goals for the new year? How are you prepping for the holiday season? ----------------------------------------------- The Words with Me podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. You can find me on Instagram @wordswithmepodcast or @karstenashleybush for more uplifting content. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
Hey everyone and welcome back to the podcast! I know I've been away for a bit, but it's for a good reason. While I've been away I've actually passed 200 plays! In this episode I talk about quieting the mind, monitoring your self-talk and gaslighting yourself. It's easy for us to get in our heads and be our own worst critic. One of the books that has helped a lot in this area is "the Untethered Soul" by Michael A. Singer. I touch a bit on one of the topics of this book and get a bit into Bachelor in Paradise while I'm at it. These things aren't necessarily related to each other, but you already know I can get a bit into reality TV and I love analyzing different moments. We've all been in a place where maybe we are more critical of ourselves than we need to be. For this reason it's important to employ techniques and coping skills that help us become our own cheerleader rather than our own worst critic. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Words with Me podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. You can find me on Instagram @wordswithmepodcast or @karstenashleybush for more uplifting content. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
Social media is kind of a big deal now. We need to promote ourselves and our businesses. We use it to share life moments and connect. It can be good and just as bad. What does it mean when social media becomes too much? In this episode I get into managing your social media usage and cultivating confidence, self-worth, and self-esteem. In a world of social media, retweets, followers and likes it can be difficult to feel like what you have to offer the world matters. It can seem that way when you feel you aren't validated, but the key is to figure out how to validate yourself. References: https://psychcentral.com/blog/emotionally-sensitive/2012/02/levels-of-validation#1 https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/addiction-and-recovery/201907/stop-seeking-validation-others https://www.researchgate.net/publication/314272415_Generation_Validation_The_Role_of_Social_Comparison_in_Use_of_Instagram_Among_Emerging_Adults ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Words with Me podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. You can find me on Instagram @wordswithmepodcast or @karstenashleybush for more uplifting content. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
So you want to get into therapy? First of all, congratulations on making that decision! It takes guts and determination to be able to say you need help and to go out and get it. Therapy has been such a blessing for me and in this episode of the podcast I get into some of the lessons learned from my own healing journey about: Doing things scared Understanding and coping with negative emotions Correction negative though patterns Taking chances, and more I personally used BetterHelp (NOT SPONSORED), but there are plenty of other resources available. The following resources can be used to help you find mental health treatment services, including affordable treatment for those without insurance, in your community: https://www.mhanational.org/finding-therapy Check out this article for affordable resources: https://greatist.com/health/best-online-therapy Other resources: Cerebral Talk Space Therapy for Black Girls Black Female Therapists Inclusive Therapists Therapy in Color Open Counseling Don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it. If you're feeling overwhelmed or confused trust that you're not alone. Therapy can be intimidating. You will grow, you will be challenged, you will be corrected, but you will also become a better person and learn more about yourself in the process. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Words with Me podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. You can find me on Instagram @wordswithmepodcast or @karstenashleybush for more uplifting content. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
One thing we have to do in life is learn how to work with difficult people. Whether it's a family member, friend, colleague, etc. we have to be able to make sure we can accomplish our goals and tasks. In my own personal experience there are certain people who will act harshly either because they don't care or they have nothing to lose. In other cases it could be something deeper than that like maybe projecting an insecurity. So how do we deal with people who may have difficult personalities, how do we know when someone may be projecting and what does America's Next Top Model have to do with any of this? It's important to know how to deal with difficult people, but it's just as important to know when we're being difficult and when we're the ones doing the projecting. In this episode I talk about signs of a difficult personality, ways to deal with difficult personalities, coping with strong emotions, knowing when someone is projecting and of course America's Next Top Model. This episode was definitely a fun one to make and I would love to hear about your experiences with difficult personalities or maybe even your thoughts on the show! I enjoy watching reality T.V. as much as the next person, but I always think there's something to learn from observing other people's reactions. Here are the articles that are referenced in this episode: 5 Ways to Know if You're a Difficult Person 5 Signs You're Dealing with a Difficult Person Know When You're Projecting and How to Stop How to Stop Projecting ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Words with Me podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. You can find me on Instagram @wordswithmepodcast or @karstenashleybush for more uplifting content. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
Let's talk about a quarter-life crisis. It's something that is real and we should normalize extending grace to ourselves and people who are in their mid 20's and early 30's. Life is hard and it's important to know how to cope when times are tough. We shouldn't be expected to know every detail of our lives and lets not even get into the economy. The factors that keep millennials from being able to fully step into what it is they may really want to do with their lives are endless. We're all going through a process, but can we at least admit that the process can be hard? Please seek out a mental health professional if you can, lean on your support system and remember to give yourself the space you need to get back to doing you and getting out of this funk. (Note: This episode is not sponsored) The Quarterlife Center (which is mentioned in this episode) is dedicated to helping people survive their quarter life crisis and thrive in their lives. Whether you are struggling with relationships, career decisions or your relationship with self, they are ready to help. ------------------------------------------------------------------- The Words with Me podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. You can find me on Instagram @wordswithmepodcast or @karstenashleybush for more uplifting content. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
One way to know that you are healing and changing for the better is examining the way you treat yourself. How have you been treating yourself lately? What do you think about the person you are becoming? Let's talk about becoming the main character, overcoming self-sabotage and limiting beliefs and choosing ourselves. I can honestly say that I feel a shift between the old ways in which I treated myself and the new ways in which I show myself love and appreciation. I had to just let go of the worries and doubts and realize that I was worthy of good things and that I had everything within me that would help me achieve those things. This episode is also available as a blog post on the website at www.wordswithmepodcast.com --------------------------------------------------------- The Words with Me podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. You can find me on Instagram @wordswithmepodcast or @karstenashleybush for more uplifting content. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
Success is such an interesting topic to discuss. Success can mean so many different things to each of us, but we are all striving for it in one way or another. Whether it's success in work, life, relationship, our business ventures, etc. we still would like to be considered successful… So what does success actually mean? What does it even look like and why do we feel so much pressure to attain it? This episode is also available as a blog post on the website at www.wordswithmepodcast.com -------------------------------------------------------- The Words with Me podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It's the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it's important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. You can find me on Instagram @wordswithmepodcast or @karstenashleybush for more uplifting content. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karsten-bush/message
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