The Optimistic Introvert: Recent Episodes
Melena
A podcast hosted by an optimistic introvert where she talks about self-love, self-care, anxiety, and becoming an adult.
In this episode, I talk about some things I learned from the book Atomic Habits by James Clear and how I intend to implement this information in my own life. If you want more information on how to form good habits and break bad ones I highly recommend this book!
In this episode, I talk about some pros and cons of travel nursing and what I've learned from completing my first travel nursing contract. I also provide a little PSA of why you shouldn't drive with a full bladder.
In this episode I talk about what helped me with deciding to let go of toxic friendships and how I was able to free myself from the hurt/anger I felt during the aftermath.
In this episode I share some journaling prompts for the new year, I talk about lessons I learned this past year, and I go over how I've set goals for this new year!
In this episode I talk about 12 common cognitive distortions and provide questions to self-reflect on to combat these unhelpful thinking styles. I also mention an activity coloring book: it's currently in the works but will be done around the end of this year ^.^ see updates and more content @theoptimisticintrovert_ on instagram! <3
In this episode I talk about understanding anger as a secondary emotion and discuss ways to process anger. I also change audio near the end as I've been going to multiple webinars and consuming new info and wanted to share some things I found interesting regarding allowing yourself to feel your feelings ^.^
In this episode I talk about the benefits of meditation, why meditation is a useful tool for an anxious person, and how meditation/hypnosis audios have helped me.
In this episode I talk about some things I did on my recent little vacation that made my experience more fun!
In this episode I talk about the anxiety I've felt working as a nurse and some of the pros/cons with the nursing jobs I've had so far. I also mention my possible plans for the future working in the nursing field.
In this episode I talk about my experience in nursing school and my mental health struggles during my schooling as well as some cool things I experienced.
In this episode I talk candidly about how to change your mindset by challenging your thoughts and remind listeners to check in on their loved ones. This is one of the few episodes where I didn't organize my thoughts first. I wanted to challenge myself by speaking without any notes, so if this episode seems super disorganized that's why lol.
In this episode I talking about manifestation and the barriers that need to be overcome in order to manifest. Manifestation is essentially making your dreams into reality, the possibilities are endless and all it takes is learning to shift your mindset.
Links to my Mindfulness Coloring Book:
Digital copy: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1498397403/mindfulness-coloring-book-digital?click_key=b431c7d102674b186b2688160d3919846277ddb2%3A1498397403&click_sum=8512ff5c&ref=shop_home_active_1
Physical Copy: https://www.lulu.com/shop/mel/mindfulness-coloring-book/paperback/product-5re2ne.html?q=&page=1&pageSize=4
After over a year long of silence, the Optimistic Introvert has finally returned and is here to stay!
In this episode I talk about how I've had a harder time lately with managing my anxiety and some things I've done to try and help elevate that as of recently.
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In this episode I talk about why I haven't uploaded in months, my struggle with balancing work + school + mental health, and my goals for 2022!
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In this episode I talk about ways to handle criticism from others. Both constructive and non-constructive criticism can cause negative feelings and thoughts so in this episode I share some experiences and insight on how to challenge those thoughts.
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In this episode I talk about my experience with indecisiveness, why you might experience indecisiveness, and what I do to help me make a decision. I also provide a life update as to why I haven't uploaded.
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In this episode, I talk about dealing with the belief of not being good enough and techniques I've learned to help overcome this belief.
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TRIGGER WARNING There are a lot left unsaid in this episode for the sake of wanting to move on from the part of my life where I felt the most depressed and suicidal. The strained relationships that I had during that time have improved for the better and I feel stronger now knowing that I overcame this. This is resilience and everyone has the potential to be resilient. Please keep in mind that not everyone has the same experiences, mentality, and beliefs so don't give up if what has been helpful to me is not helpful to you. If you or someone you know is experiencing depression or suicidal ideation here are some resources available that may help: livewell-foundation.org, 1(800)273-8255, suicidepreventionlifeline.org, My3 (app), please research mental health services in your area to find additional resources close to you.
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In this episode I talk about why I haven't uploaded in a month, life updates, and the importance of self reflection.
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In this episode I give my takeaways of the book You are a Badass: How to stop doubting your greatness and start living an awesome life by Jen Sincero. Join me in learning how to be a badass and how to take steps towards living a fun and fulfilling life.
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In this episode I talk about mindset work that I've done over the past few weeks around reducing stress. My stress recently has been centered around school and my future, but what I discuss in this episode can be applied to many situations.
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In this episode I talk about how to let go of what doesn't serve you; I explain the steps that I take when letting someone/something go and share some personal examples of what I had to let go.
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In this episode I talk about my thoughts and feelings around finally being diagnosed with social anxiety disorder. I also share the reason why I’m going back into therapy.
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In this episode I share what I learned & what helped me after leaving toxic relationships. I discuss what I learned about my own attachment style and why I'm still not done in my healing journey. Part 2 of this episode will come once I've learned to develop a secure attachment style.
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In this episode I share my big realization for this week: why I procrastinate. Procrastination causes so much stress and I realized this past week that the fear of failure/shame/harsh judgement is the reason I end up procrastinating. In my path to self love and anxiety management I plan to use this realization to face my fears and stop procrastinating.
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In this episode I talk about practicing positive self talk, why it's beneficial for both yourself and others, and some ways that I personally implement this. Also I suggest you listen to some Lizzo and the song "I am" by Young Baby Tate for some self-hype jams.
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In this episode I talk about dealing with unwanted thoughts and negative repeating thoughts. This is especially hard to do as an anxious person and it feels like a continuous struggle, but I figured it may be helpful to share what I've learned and try to practice.
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In this episode I reflect on some notes I took on the book The Happiness Project along with adding my personal experiences/thoughts. There's also a little bonus part at the very very end hehehe.
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In this episode I talk about 13 things mentally strong people avoid and what they do instead. I also include my own experiences & thoughts. The basis of this episode is from the Forbes article "Mentally strong people: the 13 things they avoid": https://www.forbes.com/sites/cherylsnappconner/2013/11/18/mentally-strong-people-the-13-things-they-avoid/#75d090923934
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In this episode I talk about the pandemic affecting holiday plans and my thoughts on having a more positive perspective. I feel like everyone's experiences are unique so I figured I'd share mine!
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In this episode I talk about ways to reduce stress and share my list of examples on how to do so!
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In this episode I talk about the importance of feeling your own feelings and how I've learned to do so with the help of questioning, mindfulness, and therapy.
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In this special episode I have my first guest Paloma the host of the 'Start at One' podcast! We talk about losing, making, and maintaining friendships after high school as well as some insight on how we have made and maintained our friendships as adults.
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In this episode I talk about ways to celebrate your success and how you can do it for free! I share my own experiences and hope this gives you some inspiration/ helpful insight of what you can do to celebrate yourself :).
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In this episode I discuss how childhood trauma can affect physical and mental health as an adult and why learning this has been helpful to me.
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In this episode I talk about becoming my highest/truest self and how to use this concept in order to decrease anxiety, become more open minded, and overall happier.
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In this episode I talk about moving into my first apartment along with some mistakes I've made, some tips, and what I've learned through this change into adulthood.
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In this episode I talk about what gratitude means to me and how I practice gratitude to live a happier life.
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In this podcast I talk about using the 5 Love Languages for self-love and provide some examples of how I implement this in my life!
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For my first episode I talk about when I decided to take control of my mental health and how changing your thought process may help you do the same. Making this first episode was very nerve racking for me as a socially anxious person, but I'm really excited to keep practicing and I hope that you've gained some helpful info by listening!
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