How are you, really? Sometimes it feels easier to give the polite answer than to name what’s true when the world feels heavy and your heart is carrying more than words can hold.
In this reflective solo episode, Monique opens up about what it means to live with the weight of so many emotions at once and why protecting our energy is our first responsibility. She shares the small but powerful practices that kept her grounded - closing the door on noise, making space for joy, and giving herself permission to feel without staying stuck. Because when life feels too much, and the world feels broken, the question isn’t how to fix it all. The question is: how do we keep showing up whole for ourselves, our families, and the people who depend on us?
If you’ve been feeling stretched, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward, this is an invitation to pause, to be honest about how you’re actually doing, and to remember that you’re not alone in the weight of it all.
In this episode:(00:53) - When “How are you?” isn’t just small talk (01:47) - Carrying sadness, anger, fear, and confusion all at once (02:41) - Why managing your energy is the non-negotiable (03:53) - Choosing light and joy when you can’t fix the brokenness (05:37) - Creating boundaries with media and inputs to protect your heart (06:59) - It’s not your fault, but it is your responsibility (08:30) - You are not alone
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