Self-Care Isn’t Selfish: The Truth About Self-Care & Mental Health

In this heartfelt Mental Health Awareness Month finale, Lisa and Gretchen discuss the powerful but often overlooked necessity of self-care, boundary-setting, and finding joy. From hilarious pet videos to meditation and morning laughter, they explore the diverse paths to healing and wholeness. Watch the Video Podcast on YouTube: A video version of this episode is available here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheSurvivorsPodcastChannel Episode Sponsored by TheHelpHUbB.co This episode is proudly brought to you by [TheHelpHUB.co]. Struggling with your mental health? Feeling lost, overwhelmed, or just… alone? Well, you're not. Welcome to The HelpHUB—your online destination for personalized mental health resources, content, and tools. Whether you’re seeking crisis support, uplifting content, or long-term strategies, visit https://www.thehelphub.co today. 💙 Because your mental well-being matters. 💙 --- Episode Summary Lisa and Gretchen reveal what self-care really means—far beyond bubble baths and buzzwords. They share raw, relatable stories about burnout, emotional boundaries, journaling, the power of saying “no,” and how seemingly small rituals can anchor us in peace and strength. Together, they create a roadmap for intentional living that starts with honoring your needs. --- Lessons Learned

• Boundaries are life-saving: Creating and maintaining boundaries isn’t selfish—it’s essential.
• Daily self-care must be non-negotiable: Whether it’s laughter, meditation, or stepping outside, daily rituals help us reset and recharge.
• Permission to pause: You can step away, say no, and take a “me” day—no guilt attached.
• Joy matters: Seek it, schedule it, and protect it.

--- Chapters 00:00 – Trigger warning & introduction 01:00 – Why self-care matters now more than ever 04:30 – The power of saying no 08:00 – Finding daily joy through small habits 12:00 – Journaling and grounding practices 16:00 – Detoxing from doomscrolling and digital overwhelm 20:00 – Morning routines that actually work 23:00 – Closing out Mental Health Awareness Month with hope 25:00 – Final thoughts and encouragement --- Resources for Mental Health & Support 🔹 The Survivors Podcast Website: https://thesurvivors.net/ 🔹 The HelpHUB™ – Mental health resources, tools, and support networks: https://www.thehelphub.co/ 🔹 Schoser Talent and Wellness Solutions: https://schosersolutions.com/ 🔹 Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads – A raw, award-winning mental health podcast: https://goesoninourheads.net/ --- Follow & Connect With Us 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_survivors_podcast 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-survivors-podcast 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheSurvivorsPodcastChannel --- #TheSurvivorsPodcast #EndTheStigma #MentalHealthMatters #SuicidePrevention #YouAreNotAlone #BreakTheSilence #GriefSupport #988Lifeline #SurvivorStories #HealingTogether #PodMatch #MentalHealth #SuicideAwareness #Podcast #Community #Hope #Grief #Stigma #MentalIllness #Support #LisaSugarman #GretchenSchoser --- See You Next Week! Stay strong, keep going, and remember: You are enough. 💜