Mental Uplift: Recent Episodes
Nina Kricak
Hello! My name is Nina and welcome to the Mental Uplift Podcast! Where we bring awareness to mental illness and mental health through I am statements because I believe that living with a mental illness everyday almost becomes a part of you!
In the Mental Uplift Podcast you will be hearing my story as well as other because I believe that no one is alone even if the world may feel lonely sometimes.
In each episode you will hear about different types of struggles and victories and build your toolbox with different self care activities!
The last episode I said that I was back, the plan was to be back and make podcasts every week and then I disappeared and today I talk about why!
I got slide blinded by the wonderful and dangerous thing called love! Life just got in the way!
I talk about what has happened and also my goals for the remainder for the year :)
What to Look Forward To:
A podcast episode every two weeks, some will have pintables to go with it to possible help you work through the topic!
Some are already on our Instagram!
What To Do Next:
Subscribe, Like, and Follow!
Send us a DM or email if you would like a week of self-care ideas!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Email: mentaluplift4@gmail.com
Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: pixabay.com
Hello everyone! Welcome back to the Mental Uplift Podcast!
I took a break for a bit because I was super busy and don't want to take the joy of something that is here for me to cope.
I am reflecting on the first half of 2021 and talking about some of my goals for the rest of the year!
For the rest of the year I hope to have more guests and be more consistent with the podcast!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
Website: https://www.mentaluplift4.com
IG and Facebook: @mentaluplift
Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
As June was Black Lives Matter Month I wanted to learn about Black Creatives!
My sorority sister, Sierra, is a video maker and a photographer and a writer! She has an interesting take on life and experiences, she took the time to educate me on people of color in the film industry. Please check out her work!
YouTube Link-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpMgSBvaCP8X_MTZ432tUww
Instagram Handles
@sierra_thepoet
@sierraemccoyphotography
Link to my self-published Book: www.blurb.com/b/8855627-beauty-braids-and-melanin
A second one on the way but hasn't been formally announced yet and it's called 26 and Hanging by a Thread.
Link to my website that has all the of the above with a Blog on the way! https://mccoysierrae.wixsite.com/sierramccoyfilm
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
Website: https://www.mentaluplift4.com
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Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
I have a conversation with one of my sorority sisters about her journey of accepting the fact that she is bi-sexual!
I love seeing the people I love walking into their truth and feel free their whole energy changes!
This is something also that I need and want to learn more about so more conversations to come!
Happy PRIDE!
You Belong Here!
Love is Love!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
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I have no idea how to feel right now!
I have so much things that I keep going back and forth on literally every aspect of my life!
I share everything, sorry for my rant, but hopefully it helps someone!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
Website: https://www.mentaluplift4.com
IG and Facebook: @mentaluplift
Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
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Take a minute to reward yourself!!
You have done an activity every day this month for your mental health!
Take yourself for a date or plan a vacation!
When you reward yourself for achieving a goal you create motivation to work hard and achieve the next goal.
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
Take a second to reflect on how you are feeling after these 30 days!
How is your mental health?
Take a pause and write down your thoughts!
While reflecting I want to thank all of you for listening these past 30 days and have learned more of where I want to take this podcast!
Also sorry for the quality I was doing it on my phone while on vacation
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
Today I talk about cleaning your fridge and share some food saving tips for you and your family!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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It is Sunscreen Day on a rainy day in Michigan, LOL!
Today we are talking about moving your body however do it outside!!
We also talk about how moving your body has an effect on depression, anxiety, ADHD, and PTSD.
Resource: The Mental Health Benefits of Exercise - HelpGuide.org
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
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Take a minute for a minute to pause and look at the pretty colors that a sunrise and sunset bring!
Slow down for a extra minute of gratitude with a sunrise and take a minute of extra peace with a sunrise!
Send your favorite sunrise or sunset! We love to see them!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
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Marie Kondo sentimental items, such as, pictures.
The next activity is Create something new! Embrace your creativity!
Send us a picture of what you create! Each different way of creativity has a different affect on the brain.
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
Marie Kondo Misc. Clean up and declutter you don't normally think about, laundry room, bathroom or garage maybe?
Essential Oils are a great natural way to get a boost of energy and concentration!
What is you favorite scent?!
Resource: Essential Oils for Energy: Boost Your Mood, Motivation, and Focus (healthline.com)
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
Website: https://www.mentaluplift4.com
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Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
Today's challenge is to declutter all the paper in the household! Recycle old mail, receipts, and any paper you have laying around.
If no paper then think about getting a plant to water and take care of daily! Or get an animal, adopt or foster an animal that you can love and take care of properly. Please do your research!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
Website: https://www.mentaluplift4.com
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Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
Marie Kondo book sis the next step for decluttering your home! Grab all your books throughout the house into a pile and keep the books that you enjoy or that you have not read yet that still spark interest! All other books that you do not choose to keep I suggest donating to your local library to help the community you live in!
Also it is Sunday, today is my catch up of all the things before getting the week started so I clean up my computer and social media of all unwanted things and organize the stuff I need to keep, that goes for social media also! I get rid of or unfollow all the things that may make me feel negative.
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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IG and Facebook: @mentaluplift
Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
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Today's challenge part 1 may help anyone who is struggling with anxiety.
Declutter your clothes through the Marie Kondo method!
Reward yourself by having a movie night! Pick your favorite movie and snacks and build a fort to enjoy it!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
Website: https://www.mentaluplift4.com
IG and Facebook: @mentaluplift
Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
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Take the time to try a new restaurant or a new meal!
For the next month I'm going to track what I put in my body to see how I can fuel my body naturally!
I love trying new foods also so to see how they make the body feel you may find a new favorite
Resource: How Nutrition Impacts the Brain and Mental Health | The Whole U (uw.edu)
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Through finally discovering what listening to podcasts can do, I finally decided to create my own.
Through podcasting you can learn so many things, but also just hear peoples stories kind of like the goal for this one!
Enjoy listening! and also at the end I talk about my favorite podcasts! Give them a listen!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Make a list of fears, and then plan a time to over come one those fears!
This Summer or Fall I am going planning to go skydiving. I am terrified of heights and jumping from a plane even in an emergency, so this will be interesting.
Every 3 or 4 months I decide to do something that scares even if its something like sending a text to someone I haven't talked to in a while!
What are you afraid of?
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
Escape to another world while reading the words on a page or listening to an audiobook.
There's so many books I have always said I wanted to read and just never got to it! I now read a book a month, granted I haven't done it in a while but I can't wait to get into it!
I also dedicate a part of my one hour for my time in the morning to reading at least for 30 minutes because it relaxes me!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Wake up an hour early to dedicate that hour to yourself, and it even saves you time in the morning so you're not rushing out the door.
You can also dedicate 1 hour to yourself at night.
While I dedicate an hour of my time in the morning it has helped me manage my anxiety a bit and helped me achieve a few goals!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
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Gratitude and meditation is a great practice of mindfulness.
I practice gratitude daily in a journal writing 5 things I am grateful for. Meditation is a bit harder for me so I also talk about a type of meditation called the body scan.
What are you grateful for today?!
Resources: Giving thanks can make you happier - Harvard Health
Resources: How to Meditate - Well Guides - The New York Times (nytimes.com)
Resources: Benefits of Meditation: 12 Science-Based Benefits of Meditation (healthline.com)
Resources: The 7 Qualities of Mindfulness Trained in the Body Scan - Mindful
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So many times people spend most of their days comparing them selves to others and criticizing themselves for not looking a certain way or doing something a certain way.
Everyone has their own story and everyone has their own path!
BE KIND TO YOURSELF
For every one negative thought or comment, think of two positive thoughts or comments!
YOU ARE ENOUGH!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Today is Chicken Dance Day! It's the weird facts you just keep in your mind for events like this!
So today I take you down the rabbit hole I went down about some different types of dances and were they originated from!
Resources: Types of Dance – Dance Types, Categories and Styles (dancefacts.net)
Resources: 10 Reasons Why Dancing is Good for You! | Cupertino, CA | Dance Academy USA
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Everyone loves a refreshing smoothie because they are delicious but how many people know why we drink them!
Enjoy some cool facts about the effects of smoothie on the mind and body!
Some smoothie recipes included!
Resources: 23 Important Benefits of Drinking Healthy Smoothies (thatsmyjamok.com)
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
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Lesson for the day: If you want people to listen to a podcast episode the audio is very helpful!
Pilates is a new found love of mine for now! My dad has told me to do Pilates since I was young! He said with my body type it would be a better workout for me, which I don't know what that means but my stubborn attitude that I get from him kept saying no. However, it's an amazing workout and he was right, Dang it!
Pilates is a very intentional workout that helps with posture and mindfulness!
Enjoy!
Resources: https://www.self.com/story/5-things-to-know-before-you-take-pilates-classes
Resources: https://www.yogiapproved.com/fitness/10-reasons-why-you-should-practice-pilates/
Resources: https://pilatesbridge.com/12-scientifically-proven-benefits-of-pilates-for-your-peace-of-mind/
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Hope you enjoy the warmer weather kicking in!
I hope you are getting ready and learning about what walks can do.
Resources: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/5-great-reasons-you-should-take-a-walk-today/
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
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Do you ever struggle with headaches or fatigue, it may be because you are dehydrated!
Enjoy some tips on how to get your water intake so you are hydrated and why you should drink water for health!
Resource: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/how-to-drink-more-water
Resource: https://neurogrow.com/water-your-brain/
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
As we celebrate Mother's Day! We have a fun activity you can do with you mom, Yoga!
Also people associate flowers and a clean space to Mother's Day so we decided to combine the two together.
I hope you enjoy!
Resource: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/286745#philosophy
Resource: https://resources.wellcertified.com/articles/why-beautiful-spaces-make-us-healthier/
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HIIT is High Intensity Interval Training it is a very specific and particular type of training that is repeated, extremely hard bouts of work interspersed with periods of recovery. During your work intervals, you’ll be challenging yourself nearly to your max!
HIIT is a convenient way to workout if you are short on time! Research finds that workout routines with bursts of intensity followed by short periods of rest have a positive effect on the brain’s neuroplasticity. Neuroplasticity is a phenomenon that refers to the brain’s ability to adapt to change by altering its functional and structural properties. When these changes occur, great things tend to happen, like learning and acquiring new skills. It also helps with learning, memory, and recovery from injuries, such as stroke,
Resource: https://www.self.com/story/what-is-high-intensity-interval-training-benefits
Resource: https://www.healthline.com/health-news/switching-up-your-workout-routines-is-good-for-your-body-and-brain#:~:text=New%20research%20finds%20that%20workout,its%20functional%20and%20structural%20properties.
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Look Good. Feel Good!
Dress up or wear your pajamas! Be comfortable and wear an outfit you feel confident here!
Resource: https://www.riskology.co/dress-well/
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Planning a trip and exploring a new place can help you grow in ways you may not be aware of. While you are traveling you are immersed in another culture!
I know with COVID many people don't feel comfortable to travel or have lost their job so financially can't travel, so an alternative is to make a playlist and blast it in your care and sing your life out!
If you are planning a trip make an itinerary to help safe money! And follow COVID rules! Be Safe!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
Website: https://www.mentaluplift4.com
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Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
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Everyone loves a good spa day!
Did you know that having a spa day can release stress and also release toxins in your body.
Take a picture of any face masks or hair masks so people can support different products!
I use a FabFitFun Box to keep trying new products but products are you obsessed with that help you feel better!?
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Did you know that learning something new can lower your chances of dementia?
Take the time today to explore a road you always pass by but don't ever drive through, or read a book about something you have always wondered but never had the time to explore!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
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Bring a pen and paper together and see all the wonderful things that come from it and the many places to explore!
Journaling has many positives effects!
Take a listen to why you should journal and the affects on the brain.
Here are some journal prompts:
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Where are you in your life and what are you currently feeling?
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Write for 15 minutes, even if you feel like you have nothing to say, keep going and see where your subconscious takes you.
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Write to your inner child.
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Write about your gratitude, struggles, and successes.
Website: https://positivepsychology.com/benefits-of-journaling/
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Please take a look at your budget and where your money is going!
Take a minute to budget out the next month!
I truly believe that some women are in a bad situation because they don't know how to handle money, or don't have the money to to leave the situation.
When I first started to budget, I was terrified, I went to my bank and got my bank statements for the last year and wrote out in excel where I spent the money and the amount, I then categorized them to bills, groceries, eating out, netflix. To see where my money was going.
I then looked at it and saw what I could cut out to get more money into my savings. such as eating out.
I then checked out this amazing YouTube channel that made budgeting fun! She got herself out of $200,000 in student loan debt! She made a budget planner this year and since then I saved an extra $3,000 in a short amount of time!
If you are scared of budgeting or need help reach out! I'm a nerd when it comes to this stuff!
https://www.youtube.com/user/ajabdang
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I love creating Vision Boards! They provide a daily visualization of dreams and goals, Visualization is one of the most popular and effective mind workouts that you can do. Grab a poster board from the dollar store, grab pictures from a magazine or use Canva and Google Images!
Vision boards helps the brain grasps opportunities that may otherwise been unnoticed, that's because the brain has a process called "value-tagging" which imprints important things onto your subconscious and filters out unnecessary information.
I love creating Goals, goals are a great way to be motivated, you can create SMART goals. Goals also can trigger new behaviors, help guide your focus and help you sustain the momentum for your life. Goals can also help align your focus and promote a sense of self-mastery.
I create Goals by writing them down on a piece of paper! I also great a goal map, I just break down my bigger goals into 3-5 milestones.
Success is not achieving the main goal, it's the little steps you took to achieve that goal!
I also write down my goal, why its my goal and why it's important to me, action steps, obstacles, and reward.
Goals stimulate the brain, motivating the person to accomplish the impossible! A study found the higher the goal, the more likely you would be to achieve it. The brain also has something called neuroplasticity, goal-setting literally changes the structure of your brain so that it's optimized to achieve that goal. In other words, if you strongly desire a goal, your brain will perceive obstacles as less significant than they might otherwise appear
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When you thought you uploaded an episode but didn't attach audio, oh boy!
Here are some statistics about sexual assault.
I feel like this would have been a great way to close up the month and to show just how much you are not alone if you have experienced sexual assault!
Websites Used:
https://www.rainn.org/statistics
https://www.nsvrc.org/statistics
Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
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April is Sexual Assault Awareness Mont so I thought I would highlight this organization that has helped a lot in research and healing.
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization.
RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline (800.656.HOPE, online.rainn.org)
RAINN has helped 3.5 million survivors and their loved ones!
Hope You Enjoy!
Stay Uplifted!
RAINN Website: https://www.rainn.org/about-rainn
Online Hotline Chat:online.rainn.org
Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
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April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month so I wanted to share some interesting facts I learned about Sexual Assault.
Although through COVID people stayed socially distant sexual assault was still happening. Many time sexual assault happens by someone you already know and now it's happening online at any time.
Thursday I will share about RAINN and on the last day of April some facts!
*If you would like to join our mental health challenge on Facebook1 The link is in our bio on social media!
Sexual Assault Awareness Website: https://nsvrc.org
Resource: https://nsvrc.org/find-help
Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
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It was Youth Violence Prevention Week.
Where I originally thought that that would be included in Domestic Violence Month, I was wrong.
Youth Violence is a topic I never thought about so I am sharing all the stuff I have learned. See Below for website to learn more and get involved!
I also watched the Trials of Gabriel Fernandez, a docuseries, about a young boy who fought for his life while living in an abusive home, it was a moving and hard to watch docuseries but very educational, I even remember hearing about it in the news, I was too young to know the whole story. I believe he would have turned 16 in 2020...
Youth Violence Prevention Website: Prevention Strategies|Youth Violence|Violence Prevention|Injury Center|CDC
An interesting resource if you'd like to get involved: National Youth Violence Prevention Week — Sandy Hook Promise
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Hello!
My sorority has celebrated 31 years on April 9, 2021!
And my ship sisters have celebrated 5 years of being together!
So I decided it would be fun to share 5 lessons I have learned while being in Greek Life and also shared some things about my sisters that have inspired me about them!
If you've ever thought about Greek Life, just go to an informational or join rush week and find your home.
Apologies for the tears haha they were unexpected.
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I don't think of my self as a leader but when I see people leading in a way that is not effective and may even be called harmful, it gets under my skin!
I have a rant about Leadership and what you should do as a leader!
These are my morning thoughts about being a leader. If it sounds scattered apologies! This wasn't planned I need a minute to reflect and let some research settle so I can present on the podcast and share with you!
If you are a leader please take the time to educate yourself so you can educate the people you have an influence over!
If you are a leader please listen and reflect if you are being held accountable
If you are holding someone accountable please think about how you are doing it! Is it with a good heart and respectfully. Accountability is a two way street!
Today I talk to a sorority sister! Since our common denominator is or sorority and college we decided to start there!
We talk about our mental state in college and how it has changed to now!
Disclaimer: At some point we talk about medications. If you are taking medications for your mental health please continue to take them and take them with care!
I personally don't see myself wanting to take medications, however with the right team Gaby was able to find the right medication and she is choosing to take them.
~Gaby's Information~
Podcast: Mental Mondays
IG: @gabrielaempowered
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My first in person guest!
Today I have a conversation with a former Detroit Police Officer. I talk to him about being a Black Police Officer and what it means to him.
We also talk about stuff he wishes to see change.
I understand that having this conversation may be hard for some but I also feel like it's a conversation that needs to be happen.
People react on fear of what they do not know.
Please enjoy the conversation and let me know what you think!
This first in person guest is very hardworking and driven, he works hard for what he wants!
To him: Thank you for basically being kidnapped for 6+ hours and doing the interview! And eating my food you didn't like!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
Website: https://www.mentaluplift4.com
IG and Facebook: @mentaluplift
Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
I try really had to get an episode out each week but I will be honest last week was hard.
It was my friends death anniversary and I was buried with emotions.
I wrote this to show the effect my friend had on my life.
My friend took his life February 16, 2012, he saved my life two month prior. This is the story of our friendship.
I also talk about the lasting effects of losing a friend or loved one to suicide, how a simple act like making eye contact with someone, something that may seem so small for someone may save the receiving person and change their life.
You can read many stories about someone planning to jump off a bridge or take their life but then a stranger held the door open or said "Hello" it's the smallest actions that may have the biggest impact one some.
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
Website: https://www.mentaluplift4.com
IG and Facebook: @mentaluplift
Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
Today I have my first guest!
My sorority sister, Khalidha, talks about dealing with anxiety during 2020, and about mental health in the black community.
Khalidha is a powerful black women who has had people tell her she can't do something but she has proved everyone wrong.
She knows her worth and she knows her capabilities. I am so excited to share this story with yall!
Enjoy!
Stay Uplifted
Is anyone else excited about a new month falling on a Monday! I am always kind of excited for Mondays because I get to wake up early do my morning routine and get to work, on weekends I let my self sleep in or let my body wake me up. I get so excited about waking up early! The past few weeks have been a struggle I was slacking on my routine so this is me resetting and almost starting over. A way for me to reset my routine and refocus on why I wake up when no one else does and how to schedule out my day to accomplish what I want to get done! I usually spend the whole weekend resetting, it's the time where I have the full day to clean my apartment and work out, there are no excuses to why I can't get things done. But I learned that I can reset ever single day even during the week! This is how I reset!
- Light a candle
- Clean apartment
- Make a smoothie
- Plan the week ahead
I can easily do all these things during the week!
Today is a New Week! AND a New Month! I am so excited to revisit my goals and make a plan for all of them for the month! It is also Black History Month please stay tuned for stories this month! And please take the time to educate yourself on the REAL Black History
Here are some reasons to set up a night routine!
Having a night time routine as an adult is sometimes pretty weird, but it gives me the optimal sleep!
Still something I need to work on, but with the right amount of good sleep adults will have less physical and mental problems.
I also share my routine and go share what I need to work on!
Special Guest is Dragon, my cat, she was very interested in todays podcast!
Let me know what your night routine is. If you need help with your night routine shoot me a message on Instagram and I would love to geek out and help build your night time routine!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
Website: https://www.mentaluplift4.com
IG and Facebook: @mentaluplift
Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
Here are some reasons to set up a morning routine!
Having extra time in the morning has helped my anxiety by a crazy amount!! I love my morning routine so here are some reasons to why it is important to have a morning routine, the benefits, and tips to have a morning routine.
I also share my routine routine and go in a debate about coffee before or after brushing teeth?
Let me know what your morning routine is. If you need help with your morning routine shoot me a message on Instagram and I would love to geek out and help build your morning routine!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
Website: https://www.mentaluplift4.com
IG and Facebook: @mentaluplift
Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
This is my personal development journey!
My personal development journey is still new and still forever growing!
What is your journey! You make what ever you want from it!
Remember no journey is a straight line. It is a never ending roller coaster ride.
There are highs and lows, things that always go as planned! Just keep going!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
Website: https://www.mentaluplift4.com
IG and Facebook: @mentaluplift
Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
I wanted to share why I wanted to start Mental Uplift!
Dealing with depression and anxiety and feeling like no one understood was really hard on me.
Through hard days I had a friend whose 26th Birthday would have been today if he didn't take his life a few years back, after saving my life!
I do this because he can't! I do this in hopes that others feel understood and like a fresh air of "Finally someone gets it!"
I know my friend would really like this and I hope that people feel like they are a part of something!
You can get through hard things!
Happy 26th Birthday Danny <3 Thank You!
Thank You!
Stay Uplifted!
Website: https://www.mentaluplift4.com
IG and Facebook: @mentaluplift
Art By: Em Carpenter
Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena
YouTube Studios!
I felt like the best way to get to me and this podcast is to share about my life... This is just some stuff that I wanted to share! I'm sure I forgot some stuff but there will be time to share! I am so excited to get to know you! I thought the best way for you to get to know me was to share about my life. Other episodes will explain more about my life, so stay tuned!
Thank You! Stay Uplifted!
Website: https://www.mentaluplift4.com
IG and Facebook: @mentaluplift
Art By: Em Carpenter Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry Music By: Nana Kwabena YouTube Studios!
Hello! My name is Nina and welcome to the Mental Uplift Podcast!
Where we bring awareness to mental illness and mental health through I am statements because I believe that living with a mental illness everyday almost becomes a part of you!
In the Mental Uplift Podcast you will be hearing my story as well as other because I believe that no one is alone even if the world may feel lonely sometimes.
In each episode you will hear about different types of struggles and victories and build your toolbox with different self care activities!
Hope You Enjoy!
Thank You!
Stay Uplifted!
Website: https://www.mentaluplift4.com
IG and Facebook: @mentaluplift
Art By: Em Carpenter
Facebook and IG: @emcarpenterartistry
Music By: Nana Kwabena
YouTube Studios!