Not Your Average Family: Recent Episodes

Marcie Williams

A podcast designed for my family to give purpose to our time in this pandemic. I am passionate about helping my family get unstuck and moving towards a healthier mindset. My aim is to help my family come out of this pandemic with a better understanding of ourselves and stronger bonds. For friends of the podcast--thank you for listening- please listen to the end of the podcast as that is where I will share tips and resources on how you can help your family grow and bond together during this difficult time. Contact me @ notyouraveragefamily2020@gmail.com

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Brief words to hopefully reach and help someone who may be grieving a loss during the holiday season. 

Music: www.zapsplat.com


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Dedicated to the Anxiety and Depression Sufferers who may be experiencing added anxiety and stress during the holidays around family gatherings.

Tips to help you keep your anxiety and stress levels down so that you can enjoy your holiday.

Credit: Kristin Fuller, M.D. "Coping With Family Gatherings" Discovery Mood and Anxiety Program www.discoverymood.com

Reminder: All thoughts and opinions are mine, please take what you can use and share the rest.


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Boundaries can make a huge difference in your anxiety levels. In this podcast, I discuss 6 types of boundaries to help you find balance in your life. This is a rebroadcast from Season 1 Self Love Series. 

Discussing why you may need boundaries in your life. 6 Types of Boundaries 1. Physical 2. Mental 3. Emotional 4. Financial 5. Sexual 6. Spiritual 4 Tips To Set Boundaries 1. Know Your Limits 2. Be Assertive 3. Practice Practice Practice 4. Prepare an Exit Strategy  If you are interested in the additional tips for Setting Boundaries and are not following the Instagram page, please email me with the subject: Send Me The Tips!


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Definitions of Anxiety and Depression

Anxiety and Depression Association of America www.adaa.org

Do I have Anxiety Quiz www.anxiety.org

Do I Have Anxiety? 1 Minute Anxiety Quiz

Soothe Your Nerves: The Black Woman's Guide to Understanding and Overcoming Anxiety, Panic, and Fear Dr. Angela Neal-Barnett

Soothe Your Nerves: The Black Woman's Guide to Understanding and Overcoming Anxiety, Panic, and Fearz: Neal-Barnett Ph.D., Angela: 9780743225380: Amazon.com: Books

Self Taraji Henson on Living with Anxiety and Depression https://youtu.be/I_j1wMoSxjg

This is My Brave, Inc. Stories from the Black Community https://youtu.be/UJJml0WMwrI


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3 Myths from my family that prevents them from seeking services. 1. Therapy is not for Black people. 2. Therapy is too expensive. 3. Therapy is for the severely mentally ill, Sounds:www.zapslat.com Resources mentioned in the podcast: National Alliance of Mental Illness Helpline 800-950-6264 *Note I stated the name incorrectly in the podcast, it is NAMI, not National Alliance on Mental Health  African Americans | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness


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Feeling like- f*ck it, I am going to just live my life? Tired even after you had hours of sleep? Easily upset or irritable? You may be dealing with Pandemic Fatigue. 

10 Signs You May Be Dealing With Pandemic Fatigue

7 Steps to Help You Cope 

Resources:

10 Signs You Have Pandemic Fatigue and How to Cope | Psychology Today

7 Steps to Reduce Pandemic Fatigue | UCLA Health Connect


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Welcome Back to Not Your Average Family Podcast. A podcast designed for my family to give purpose to to our time in Covid. I am Marcie, your hostess, and I am passionate about helping my family to get unstuck and moving towards a healthier mindset during this trying time. Join me for a weekly podcasts, every Sunday during the pandemic, to get moving and growing!

Season 2 brings new conversations and more opportunities for growth. It also includes tips and resources for friends of the podcast so that you may help your family bond and grow during these trying times.


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6 Tips on How To Share Your Accomplishments with Humility

  1. Keep the Emphasis on Your Work

  2. Don't Belittle Other People

  3. Give Credit Where It's Due

  4. Stick to the Facts

  5. Express gratitude

  6. Don't Add a Qualifier

  7. Avoid the Humble- Brag

Source: Amy Morin 7 Ways To Talk About Your Accomplishments Without Sounding Like A Braggart (forbes.com)


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Words of Encouragement to be the the most authentic you- everyday!


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5 Tips to Help Get Your Vision For 2021 Back On Track

  1. Get Clarity On What You Want For This Year

  2. Don't Rush The Process

  3. Put That Board Into Action

  4. Trust The Process

  5. Keep Your Board Visible


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Changes are in store for the podcast:

  • Moving to a Bi Weekly Podcast Schedule
  • Creating a Safe Community Group to Begin Group Work With Younger Family Members
  • Creating a Monthly Check In For Family
  • Podcasts Will Be Uploaded On Sundays Now

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10 Dating Do's and Don'ts Tips with Marcie and Joseph Q&A This is a dating conversation from a married couples perspective! We hope we are able to offer some help to family who are in the dating world! Remember, these are just our experiences, thoughts, and opinions.  


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Tips to help you avoid some of the pitfalls and bumps I hit while dating wayyy back. I have been married for 18 years and with my husband for 21 years. But I still remember the head bumps I got from my time dating! I hope I can help you avoid my mistakes. Enjoy!


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Discussing why you may need boundaries in your life. 6 Types of Boundaries 1. Physical 2. Mental 3. Emotional 4. Financial 5. Sexual 6. Spiritual

4 Tips To Set Boundaries 1. Know Your Limits 2. Be Assertive 3. Practice Practice Practice 4. Prepare an Exit Strategy  If you are interested in the additional tips for Setting Boundaries and are not following the Instagram page, please email me with the subject: Send Me The Tips! ***No podcast episode for Feb. 6.


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8 Ways For Letting Go To Grow

  1. Acceptance

  2. Distance

  3. Focus Your Time and Energy

  4. Focus on Inner-self

  5. Be Responsible

  6. Change The People You Are Around

  7. Take A Chance

  8. Focus on Today- Be Present

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Special Guests: Marcus and Danielle== Thank you both so much! You guys are a great team!

The Angry Black Woman Stereotype

Historical Perspective 

How You Can Tell If You Have A Problem With Anger- 5 Ways

5 Tips on Handling Your Anger


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Self Care Saturday 1st Topic

How To Know You Are Stuck and How To Get Unstuck

Top 5- How To Know You Are Stuck

  1. You Stay in a Rut

  2. You Are Not The Person You Thought You Would Be

  3. You Lack Purpose

  4. You Compare Yourself To Others

  5. You Are Overwhelmed by Negative Thinking

Top 5- How To Get Unstuck

  1. Start With Small Changes

  2. Change Your Perspective/Thinking

  3. Unplug From Social Media

  4. Accept Yourself At The Place You Are In Life

  5. Make Plans


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Slow down on making that New Year's list of goals and resolutions. Take a moment and a deep breath! We got this! Let's kick off 2021 by being better to ourselves. January podcasts are themed Self Care Saturdays, join me every Saturday as we feed our souls! 


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Special Guest Joseph Williams for Q&A


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Part 1 Budgeting- Steps to Creating a Budget  1. Determine Your Income 2. Calculate Your Expenses 3. Set Realistic Goals 4. Track Your Spending 5. Pick a Budgeting Plan Please remember there are some many more options for budget plans, do your research to see which one is right for you.  LOL.. bear with me!! I tried to hide my paper turning with music!! 


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Today's episode explains the why and who of the Not Your Average Family Podcast as well as gives you a list of the 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Age 30

Let Go

How To Say No

Okay to Change Direction

How to Read People

Trust Yourself

Self Care is a Must

Don't Let Your Dreams Die

How to Be Feminine

Secure the Bag- Finances

Tackle Your Fears


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Welcome to Not Your Average Family Podcast. A podcast designed for my family to give purpose to to our time in Covid Quarantine. I am Marcie, your hostess, and I am passionate about helping my family to get unstuck and moving towards a healthier mindset during this trying time. Join me for a weekly podcasts, every Saturday during Covid, to get moving and growing! 


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