The Bloom Narratives Podcast: Recent Episodes
Sharla & Cherry
The holiday season has ended, and post-holiday fatigue is still lingering. Did you know that getting enough rest can play a huge part in achieving your goals for 2024? I am thrilled about what the future holds for you, and I look forward to being there to support you. Before starting your New Year's resolutions, take a moment to listen to this podcast.
Cherry
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Preparing for the Festive Season: Balancing Self-Care with Holiday Demands
The holiday season is finally upon us, bringing warmth, happiness, and joy. However, it's important to recognize that this time of year can be demanding. Tune in today to learn about the significance of self-care during the holiday season, and how it can help us take care of ourselves amid all the hustle and bustle.
Cherry
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The Effects of Capitalism on Our Natural Rhythms
As we changed and moved away from our hunter-gatherer lifestyle, we are forced to ignore our body's natural rhythms and the needs of the seasons. This often leads to feelings of guilt and shame when we desire rest during the winter season. However, it's important to reconnect with our ancestral roots and learn to listen to our body's cues once again. Tune in to learn more!
Cherry
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My Year Off Social Media: Learning About Rest
For those who may not know, I took a year-long break from social media. The experience taught me a lot, but today I want to specifically discuss the importance of rest. Are you giving yourself enough time to rest? Because did you know that there’s 7 types of rest ? Say what ?! Keep listening to learn more!
Cherry
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Reflecting on One Year Away from Social Media
It's hard to believe that almost a year has passed. I've missed staying connected with all of you. In a constantly moving world, my time away from social media has given me a lot of insights and learnings about mental health, focus and boundaries.
I'm excited to reconnect with all of you and continue learning and growing together. Let's make the most of our time online and offline!
Cherry
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Do you find yourself drowning in a sea of thoughts and unable to escape the foggy soup of overthinking? In Episode 15, we dive deep into the world of overthinking and equip you with practical strategies to regain control over your mind and life. Say goodbye to feeling hopeless and frustrated, and hello to confident, decisive action.
Key Takeaways:
- Recognize the signs of overthinking
- Mindfulness and grounding techniques to break the cycle
- The role of self-care in maintaining mental clarity
- Expert advice from our special guest: a therapist specialized in stress, anxiety, and burnout management
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Ready to take back control and stop overthinking? Don't miss this enlightening episode! Listen now and share it with your friends to help them regain control over their thoughts. Together, let's put an end to the vicious cycle of overthinking.
Do you often feel scattered, disorganized and overwhelmed? Do you have more tasks to accomplish than time in the day? You’re not alone. In today's hectic world, too many of us are feeling pulled in every direction without having a plan or system in place that helps us stay on track. If this sounds familiar to you, don’t despair. There is hope! With just a few simple tips and tricks, we can all learn how to better organize our lives and free up some additional mental space so that we can focus on what matters most. In this post I will be sharing with you my top 5 organization tips so that no matter how busy life gets – your head will never drown again!
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Welcome to this week’s episode, where we unravel why embracing our feelings is crucial for living an authentic life. In today's episode, host and therapist Sharla Crowie sheds light on the untapped power of emotions, why they’ve been misunderstood, and how exploring them can unlock our true potential.
Episode Highlights:
- Debunking the myth: Are emotions chaotic and out of control?
- The silent power of naming and acknowledging emotions
- Authenticity and emotions: How they intertwine
Ever been told that your emotions are a bad thing? That you should keep them under control? Join us as we break free from these misconceptions and uncover the transformative potential of emotions. In this episode, Sharla discusses how emotions, rather than being chaotic, are integral to our very nature—guiding us to live our most authentic lives.
No stranger to emotions–Sharla sees this everyday in her work as a social worker and therapist, and shares insight on the benefits of naming, acknowledging, and exploring our emotions. Tune in to discover tangible ways to tap into your emotions and step into a more authentic, empowered version of yourself.
Key takeaways:
- Emotions are not something to fear, but rather to embrace and explore
- Recognizing and naming our emotions can lead to powerful self-discovery
- Embracing our emotions can help us live more authentic lives
Feeling intrigued? Give Episode 13 a listen and step into the world of emotions as we explore life-changing perspectives on our feelings.
Don't forget to share this episode with friends and family. Let's start a conversation to better understand the beauty of our emotional spectrum.
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Do you ever feel like you’re constantly scrolling your feeds, endlessly watching and reading as the content passes by? Are there days when it feels as though social media has taken over your life? If these sound familiar, then perhaps now is the time to take a digital detox. I recently did such a thing – an extended leave from my phone and all its networks – and discovered several key things about how we live our lives in the age of technology. From taking this intentional break, I learned valuable lessons that can help busy adults maintain healthy boundaries with their devices and unleash more creativity into their everyday lives. In this episode, I will discuss what I learned from my social media detox– insights that can help you too!
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Are you ready to explore the world of Intuitive Eating with Registered Dietitian Renee Little? On this podcast, Sharla and Renee open up about food, diet culture, and mental health. Through Renee Little's expertise in Intuitive Eating, Eating Disorders, and Disordered Eating, she is continually challenging the diet-culture mentality that has been ingrained into our lives for years.
We invite listeners to join our journey of unleashing freedom from guilt associated with food indulgence - something all too many can relate to! With 10 principles at its core, Intuitive Eating provides a structured framework that turns unhealthy relationships between yourself and your plate on their head; by dissolving diets & restrictive eating patterns while allowing peace between you and the foods which nurture both pleasure AND nutrition.
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Food Psych https://christyharrison.com/foodpsych
Food Heaven https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast/
Maintenance Phase https://www.maintenancephase.com/
Aubrey Gordons books https://www.aubreygordon.net/
Sonya Renee Taylor's books https://www.sonyareneetaylor.com/books
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Remember the heartwarming scene in Lord of the Rings when Frodo and Sam were feeling overwhelmed? In a moment of doubt, Frodo made his concerns heard. But instead of succumbing to negative emotions that can bring us down, Sam chose a course towards courage! He offered an inspiring reminder--"I cannot carry it for you, but I can carry you."
Life may seem unclear at times; however if we focus on taking just one courageous step forward each day, who knows what kind journey lies ahead?
Join Sharla today as she talks about having courage in fear !
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When was the last time you felt awe and wonder? These emotions are something truly special, and if we don't make time for awe and wonder they will start to disappear from us like the childhood memories that were once so important,but now seem distant in comparison with life's responsibilities
With all these things on your mind right now- maybe stop, take deep breaths (or slow down), remember what awe and wonder feels likes…
Cherry
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In this podcast today, I'm going to ask you 3 questions that will help you reflect on yourself and your life. These questions can be really helpful in determining your next steps and helping you find more fulfillment in life.
- Are you feeling any pain right now?
- What would you love to see differently in your life and what would that look like?
- What is one small thing you can do for yourself today to work towards that hope?
Our bodies are incredible things. They are designed to protect us from harm and to heal us when we are hurt. But sometimes, the physical pain we experience can be a reminder of past trauma or hurt. This is because our bodies store memories of both good and bad experiences. When we encounter something that reminds our body of a negative experience, it can bring up those old feelings of pain and hurt. However, the pain we feel in our bodies can also be a sign that we are doing something wrong or that we need to make a change. So, if you are feeling any pain right now, ask yourself what your body might be trying to tell you. It could be something as simple as needing to drink more water or getting more rest, or might be a bit more complex and prompting you to speak to a health professional.
We all have something in our lives that we would like to change. For some of us, it may be our job, our relationships, our weight, or where we live. The list goes on and on. Changing our lives can be a scary proposition because it means stepping out of our comfort zones and into the unknown. However, it is important to remember that we cannot change something if we do not know what we want that change to look like. So, take some time to think about what you would like to see differently in your life. What would that look like? What would you be doing? Who would you be spending your time with? Once you have a clear idea of what you want, you can begin to explore the possibilities and brainstorm what that might look like.
When it comes to making positive changes in our lives, it's often easy to feel overwhelmed. Where do I even start? How can I make a lasting difference? Will my efforts really make a difference? These are all common questions that can prevent us from even taking the first step.
The good news is, we can start small. Making small changes in our daily lives can have a big impact in the long run. And it doesn't have to be something major or life-changing. Sometimes, it can be as simple as adding a daily walk to our routine or packing a healthy lunch instead of buying takeout.
Starting small also helps to ease the feeling of being overwhelmed.
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The lilac bush is a metaphor for growing and taking care of our needs to play. When we are children, we are encouraged to play, to be creative, to use our imaginations. We are free to explore and experiment. But as we grow older, we often forget the importance of play and how essential it is to our well-being. Play allows us to explore new ideas, to try new things, to take risks. And when we take risks, we open ourselves up to new possibilities, new experiences, new ways of seeing the world.
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Hi Everyone!
We have recorded a short and sweet meditation for you to kickstart your day. Though feel free to use this as a tool at any point. Enjoy !
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It's okay to have days where you aren't feeling great. In fact, it's normal!
We all have them, and it doesn't mean something is always wrong.
It's okay to have days where you aren't feeling great.
It's usually your body asking you to check in with it and nurture yourself.
When we don't take the time to listen to our bodies, they will eventually speak louder. This can manifest as physical or emotional symptoms that are difficult to ignore.
If you're noticing that you've been having more of these off days than usual, maybe it's time for you to slow down and take some time for self-care.
Bad days happen to everyone, but that doesn't mean they're fun.
It's important to listen to your body and give it what it needs when these days come around.
Join Cherry and Sharla in this podcast where they talk about their recent bad days, how they leaned into the discomfort, and how they nurture themselves on days when they're not feeling their best.
They also explore how to do this in a way that works for you, so that you can make the most of your off days.
If you're struggling with bad days, or if you just want to learn more about self-care, this podcast is for you!
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For many, the thought of embracing your strengths is daunting. It often feels boastful or unhumble - which isn't necessarily true! Today I'll be touching on some learning styles and why this matters for building on one’s abilities.
Check out the link below to watch the video I spoke about.
https://www.facebook.com/SBSAustralia/videos/632861968026438/?extid=NS-UNK-UNK-UNK-AN_GK0T-GK1C&ref=sharing
Let me know, what are your learning styles ?
Cherry
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Chef Gustaeu from Ratatouille shares a very thoughtful quote about being yourself and beung unafraid to try new things. Today I will discuss some key factors in this quote and how you can apply it to your life.
Do you love Disney/Pixar movies as well ? Would love to hear which ones are your favorite.
Cherry
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Many of the most rewarding activities in life are hobby-related. From rock climbing to knitting, there are endless opportunities for fun and exploration. And contrary to popular belief, play is not just for children. Adults need play just as much as kids do, maybe even more. Play helps us to stay creative and curious, two essential qualities in life. So next time you're feeling stuck, remember that it's always ok to take a break and have some fun. Embrace your inner child and let yourself play. Who knows, you might just find your new favorite hobby in the process.
When was the last time you simply played? Not worked, not exercised, not pursued a goal, but played? For many of us, play seems like a frivolous activity that we can no longer afford to indulge in as adults. We relegate play to our childhoods, believing that it has no place in our more serious lives. But what if play is one of the most important things we can do for our adult selves? According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "to play" is defined as "to wield lightly and freely; to keep in motion." In this podcast, I will explore the forgotten benefits of play and how it can enrich our lives as adults.
Check out the TED talk below !
https://www.ted.com/talks/stuart_brown_says_play_is_more_than_fun_it_s_vital/transcript?language=en#t-472000
I hope you enjoy !
Cherry
It's no secret that getting a good night's sleep is important for overall health. What may be less well-known, however, is just how essential restful sleep is for the body and mind. During sleep, the body enters into different cycles of activity in order to allow the mind and body to rest and recover from the day's activities. In this podcast Cherry and Sharla, will discuss the importance of restful sleep and how it affects the body and mind. We'll also look at some tips for getting a good night's sleep!
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