Choosing Hope: Recent Episodes
Asta Carvalho
Welcome to the choosing hope podcast. Im asta, a I'm a thirty year old busy wife who's here to share my story on why I chose hope and am hoping this will resonate with you!
I will be talking about my journey from growing up, marriage, infertility struggles and everything in between. My journey has inspired me to share my story and hopefully I can inspire you guys to do the same!
I'm so grateful that you decided to tune in today!
Connect with me on Instagram and let's be friends, find me @asta.m.carvalho
Happiness is a choice and you totally deserve to make the most of each day. In this episode I break down how I choose happy on a daily basis. Because there's always room to see the good! I hope you choose happy today and everyday because you deserve it.
In today's episode I talk about why I'm being super mindful of my time, and how to manage being busy. We can often be people pleasers and I am so guilty of that. We should do things that excite us MORE! This is the topic in today's episode and I am coming at you with some saucy tips, real talk and some takeaways I've had while I learn to not drain myself.
If you are struggling with overwhelm and have trouble saying no, this episode is FOR YOU!
Struggling with saying yes to others and no to yourself? Then this episode is a must listen! While I navigate my own struggles, I share why mental health is so important and some tips that have helped me learn to say no. I also dive into why asking for help and support is necessary. I'm so glad you're tuning in! If this episode spoke to you feel free to share it with a friend! Find me @asta.m.carvalho on instagram and let's connect!!
Get a little glimpse into my life growing up, trauma, loss, grief and how I got to where I am today. This one's more personal and it is raw, unfiltered and gritty. I hope you get some take aways from this!
This episode is to to remind you that matter what season of life you’re in, your goals MATTER!
Even if they change...there is no right or wrong moment
Honour the season of life you’re in!
In this episode I'm shedding light on how we need MORE than just motivation to show up for our goals. HOW can we dig deeper? We need to remind ourselves we all have good days and bad ones. I hope this little pep talk resonates with you!! Let me know what you think and let's connect on IG @asta.m.carvalho
In this episode I share tips and the importance of showing up for you! Making time for your goals and dreams seems overwhelming but I break it down for you. Can't wait to hear what you think! Share this with someone who needs that reminder today! Tag me on IG and let's get the message out there!
Every get to a point in your life where you are outgrowing others, your environment and things feel uncomfortable? Girl you aren't alone! Those growing pains mean you are putting the work in. I'm giving you some reminders and reasons why this season is important! I hope you enjoy it!
It's time we start to recognize that the small steps matter too! In this episode I share how I flipped the switch on looking at others to be proud and learned how to celebrate myself. Honestly, every step forward should be celebrated, life's too short! So clap for yourself and share this episode with someone who needs to hear this!
And while you're at it, let's connect on instagram so you can share with me something you are clapping for today! Find me @asta.m.carvalho
Until next time! Keep choosing hope!!
In today's episode I wanted to expand the idea of self love. Taking care of yourself and showing up is more than just about how you look. This episode I touch on mindset, how to better your relationship with food, how to celebrate yourself and how to just embrace how far you've come! This is a journey girl, be proud of yourself!! I hope this resonates with you, as always feel free to reach out to me @asta.m.carvalho I would LOVE to hear what other topics you'd like to see in the podcast ❤️
This episode is all about how to embrace being true to YOU, enjoying the journey and learning how to embrace being imperfectly you! I hope you enjoy this episode!!
Today's episode I talk alot about choosing joy, finding the good amongst all the chaos or craziness you might be dealing with.
It's so important to reflect and grateful for where you are today. This is your journey and I want you to embrace how far you've come, and also celebrate what got you to this point.
And remember to always choose to see the good! <3
I hope you enjoy today's episode, can't wait to hear what you think!
If you are going through a hard season, and times feel off...this is for you.
I am in the middle of navigating some difficult changes, and share how I have learnt to give myself some grace but not lose sight of my goals!
So listen in, let's keep showing up together and learn how to continue to choose hope together!
In this episode I open up about the importance of self-care, refilling your cup and how it's so much for than a day at the spa. I talk about mental, emotional and physical health and some of the ways that I practise self-care daily.
In this episode, I briefly go over how building healthy habits is a form of self-care. The book Atomic Habits, which you can purchase HERE: https://www.amazon.ca/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3HKC11NUZ231A&dchild=1&keywords=atomic+habits&qid=1615180345&sprefix=atomic+h%2Caps%2C184&sr=8-1
This is such a great read on how to kickstart your day and change your mindset. I hope you enjoy this episode and take some time for yourself!
Want to chat more? Connect with me on Instagram @asta.m.carvalho
Thank you so much!
The power of your mind and what you believe has such an impact on your life. Perspective is everything!
If you are struggling with creating some healthy mindset routines, listen in! I break down what my issues with mindset were, how I am using new habits to help better it and how it's affected me.
I talk a lot about personal development this episode and I mention a few of my fave books and podcasts.
Here they are below along with their links so you can check them out.
Trent Shelton-Straight Up Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/0257UcKYlowtsF49tCoxJ5?si=tBZSUWW8SJKjMPOYN7qGMQ
Books-The Greatest You click HERE to get yours: https://www.amazon.ca/Greatest-You-Reality-Release-Negativity/dp/1400207932/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+greatest+you&qid=1614739201&sr=8-1
-Straight Up https://www.amazon.ca/Straight-Up-Unfiltered-As-Real-As-I-Can-Put-Challenges/dp/0310765609/ref=pd_bxgy_img_2/136-1636244-6024361?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0310765609&pd_rd_r=bd20e825-6a2d-42fb-b5d1-20027d0287ad&pd_rd_w=75J08&pd_rd_wg=mCPUi&pf_rd_p=42339929-297e-4141-b7b2-fe55db70f4b7&pf_rd_r=ZKPTAEZV192PHEMQ9HKH&psc=1&refRID=ZKPTAEZV192PHEMQ9HKH
Andrea Own-Your Kickass Life Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/4dXqHos4VGh5tFveEcBa46?si=6Imz5fokT6qhyQ5RH7oMmQ
Book-52 Ways to Live a Kick Ass Life https://www.amazon.ca/52-Ways-Live-Kick-Ass-Life/dp/1440564779/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=52+ways+to+live+a+kick+ass+life&qid=1614739283&s=books&sr=1-1
Jen Sincero-You Are a Badass https://www.amazon.ca/You-are-Badass-Deluxe-Greatness/dp/0762490543/ref=sr_1_1?crid=32Z90N0NCSF3B&dchild=1&keywords=you+are+a+badass&qid=1614739317&s=books&sprefix=you+are+a+%2Cstripbooks%2C184&sr=1-1
Mark Manson-The Sublte Art of Not Giving A F*** https://www.amazon.ca/Subtle-Art-Not-Giving-Counterintuitive/dp/0062641549/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2S7EKPUCZSCF9&dchild=1&keywords=the+subtle+art+of+not+giving+a+f+ck&qid=1614739342&s=books&sprefix=the+sub%2Cstripbooks%2C183&sr=1-1
James Clear-Atomic Habits https://www.amazon.ca/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1VJVACMNBEP4B&dchild=1&keywords=atomic+habits&qid=1614739372&s=books&sprefix=at%2Cstripbooks%2C198&sr=1-1
Kacia Fitzgerald-The EmpowerHER Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/6kJpvTHMQHjbN8ecA1OKXA?si=FnK5Qx84TnC3UPwQZ96-iQ
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In this episode, I share how dealing with imposter syndrome, personal development and showing up for myself ties in. It can be so easy to get caught up with what everybody else is doing. I share how to focus on you, how to navigate that inner mean girl and WHY it's so important to celebrate your gifts! Because you are special!
For the longest time, I struggled with self-love and self-worth. Throughout my journey, I have found ways to help remind myself of my worth, and I wanted to share with you how I overcame that negative self-talk. I also share how important self-care and the power of I AM is. Self-love is the best love and you are worth it. I hope you enjoy this episode.
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In this episode I open up about my struggle with anxiety, how I help to manage stress and WHY making time for me is so important.
Anxiety is something alot of people struggle with, I hope you can find some tools and tips from this episode and use them in your daily life.
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Hello and welcome to my podcast. This is my first episode and I wanted to start it off by giving you a little bit of back story.
I wanted to share my story and journey with life, marriage, infertility and share my reason WHY I decided to start this podcast.
I am so grateful to be able to share my story and cannot wait to hear what you think!
To see more about me and my daily life be sure to follow me on Instagram @asta.m.carvalho
Until next time, enjoy this episode and thank you SO SO much for choosing to listen!!