The mindfulcounseling’s Podcast

In this enlightening episode we delve into an introspective exploration of the driving forces in our lives. We analyze the motives behind our daily actions, our motivation, and the elements that push us to pursuit daily routine. We also touch on how the lack of these elements can lead to anxieties, depression and lethargy.

The podcast opens up a thoughtful conversation about the internal drive found in each one of us. Are you drive...

Most of my female audience, clients, colleagues and friends struggle with what seems to be their own worth as mother and what that actually means. The pressure of being in a role of a mother and the expectations that are associated with it from the very beginning. Will proving their own worth be enough to feel like a good mom? Why is proving so important for so many women today and what lessons do we teach our daughters? Enjoy and ...

Are you faced with constant pressures of doing and living with endless Anxiety that doesn't seem to diminish even with time? Most people today live with constant pressures of needing to do and never stop. Sitting does not feel as comfortable for most as it normally concludes with "being lazy". Is it the expectations of others or yours and where does own self-care come into place? What does it look like and how often do you provide ...

The importance of self-care continues on. How often do you address you needs and your own self care?  Do you take time to be tired when you are always running around, or you just hit the bed when it is time to sleep? Seems like we need to schedule time for self because endless responsibilities seem to never end. Self-care is about taking time for yourself. It addresses your needs, your time and your health. What does your self care...

Childrens mental health in response to lockdowns in schools and the importance of talking to them about it. Young children express worry and fear when faced with school lockdown, even if its practice lock down. They observe one another, they look at facial features and body language. They may show their fears and worries through anger and frustration at home or at school. It is important for educators, parents and caretakers to tal...

Living in fear by hearing about school shootings and children dying. What will it take to stop? Children should not be going through lockdowns with fear of dying. Children should not be dying or getting killed on the first place. People who may not be stable enough should not be carrying guns. Importance of mental health and getting the right service is necessary. Speaking up if you feel like someone might be off is necessary to pr...

The difficulty in being in a narcissistic and emotionally abusive relationship. What are the signs of emotional abuse and what to do in case you find yourself in one? Both men and women can be victims of emotional abuse. Emotional abuse can leave scars that are not seen but carry pain. Most people in emotionally abusive relationships will not ask for help. Most victims will question themselves and their shattering character. Enjoy ...

One of the worst feelings to have is that of being "burned-out" from work and responsibilities. Having too much on a plate, not being able to complete and yet needing to exist in multiple roles at the same time. It might be difficult to notice your "burnout" feeling in the beginning, however if not taken care of, it can manifest into anxiety, depression and isolation.  Having compassion towards self and recognition is a key element...

Take time to notice your breath and how it feels. Your breath is your source of life to move forward, acknowledge and appreciate. We often forget how we got here on the first place. We take things for granted without acknowledging what our ancestors didn't have. Light switches, cars, technology. If we lost all of it than what we are left with is life itself. The purpose of your breath and that it can continue on to allow you to mov...

What is our purpose in gossiping? What does it fulfill in our life? Gossiping is real and it exists in all of us. Whether good or bad, we spend about 40-52 minutes a day gossiping. Both men and women gossip, and it all may be around different topics. The purpose of this episode is to focus on how much gossip do you do and whether or not is serves a purpose in your life positively or negatively. Gossip allows us to belong, however i...

The importance of continued self-care through healthy boundaries with others even with yourself. Most of the times we are good at taking care of other people's needs and requests. Sometimes at our own cost and own needs being put aside. To establish healthy boundaries means having awareness that you are important and that your needs require the same attention as others. People and responsibilities come in a way when it comes to you...

Take some time for yourself to recognize that not only it is important to take care of others but that taking care of yourself is equally as important. To be kind to self is to recognize, to pause and care for your own inner and outer needs. Regardless of our busy schedules or picking up extra activities and tasks, you are important as well. Your kindness shines when others know and see that you can have a balance between self and ...

With the upcoming Holidays, we are all thinking of how to spend our time. We wonder what relationships are important to us and what happens when we are surrounded by difficult people, friends or families. Human connections are important and especially when they are healthy and positive. They increase positive mood and motivate us to connect more. If we surround ourselves with difficult people and whatever you might consider unhealt...

With the upcoming Holidays, we are all thinking of how to spend our time. We wonder what relationships are important to us and what happens when we are surrounded by difficult people, friends or families. Human connections are important and especially when they are healthy and positive. They increase positive mood and motivate us to connect more. If we surround ourselves with difficult people and whatever you might consider unhealt...

Acknowledging your own fear and worry is normal. I thought that the Hurricane Ida did not affect me much, but after some reflecting, I realized that it did. I was scared, worried and at the same time collected. Many people were affected by the Hurricane Ida. Many people were scared, stranded, flooded, lost homes or families. When you are in a horrific situation it sure can bring up many different thoughts, feelings and memories for...