The Positive Professional

The Positive Professional

A weekly sprinkle of positivity, self-care &wellness, mindfulness, and guided meditations.

Episodes

December 1, 2025 18 mins

December looks magical on the outside…
But inside? Many people feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and pressured to “finish the year strong.”

In this episode of The Positive Professional Podcast, I break down why December triggers anxiety, what’s happening in your brain and body, and the real strategies you can use to navigate this month with compassion, calm, and clarity.

We dive into:
Why th...

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This episode goes deeper into the healing journey — beyond awareness and into integration, identity rebuilding, and nervous system healing.

Affirmation:

“I release what no longer belongs to me, and I welcome peace, clarity, and grounded light.”

In Part Two, this episode explores:
The emotional residue that lingers even after you let go
How your nervous system heals after release
Recl...

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Are you holding onto something that’s quietly draining your energy — an old habit, relationship, or belief that no longer aligns with your peace?
This episode explores the emotional weight of holding on and the freedom that comes when you finally let go.

Discover how holding on impacts your mental and emotional health
Understand why releasing what’s familiar can feel so hard
Learn pra...

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October 6, 2025 19 mins

Ever wish your nervous system came with a user manual?
This episode is your guide to decoding your body’s signals and learning to self-regulate with compassion and clarity.

Learn how to:
✨ Understand your autonomic nervous system (and why it’s key to your well-being)
✨ Recognize when you’re in fight, flight, or freeze—at work or home
✨ Reset your system in minutes with body-based ground...

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New Episode Alert!

The seasons are shifting, and with the end of summer comes new beginnings, fresh routines, and sometimes…a little stress.

In the latest episode of The Positive Professional Podcast, I’m diving into:
Why transitions can feel so heavy on our mental health
How to reflect on what summer gave you—without judgment
‍♀️ Practical tools to reset and ground yourself for fa...

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We all experience stress—but not all stress is the same.
 Acute stress shows up in short bursts, like before a big presentation.
 Chronic stress lingers, draining your energy, health, and spirit.

In this episode,...

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Ever feel like you’re doing all the right things, but progress still feels miles away?

In this empowering solo episode, we’re diving into the quiet strength of patient endurance — the ability to keep going, with grace, through seasons of waiting, uncertainty, and slow progress.

✨ You’ll learn:
✔️ What patient endurance really means
✔️ How to reframe delays as preparation
✔️ Real-world ex...

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Your thoughts shape your reality — but are all your thoughts true or helpful? In this new episode of The Positive Professional Podcast, I dive into the powerful framework of cognitive restructuring to help you break free from negative thinking.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Catch it – Spot those automatic negative thoughts as they arise.

  • Check it – Challenge and evaluate if they’re really...

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Can you be kind and say no? Forgive and still walk away? YES, you can.

Giving grace is powerful—but without healthy boundaries, it can lead to burnout, resentment, and self-neglect. Learn how to protect your peace while still showing up with empathy and compassion.

Avoid burnout
Set clear limits
Model self-respect
Encourage mutual accountability

✨ You deserve to give grace without lo...

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Are you constantly questioning what’s real in today’s political world?
Do you feel overwhelmed by the headlines, viral clips, and constant “breaking news”?

You’re not alone.

In this powerful solo episode, we unpack:
What political gaslighting is
How news networks & influencers profit from misinformation
The toll it takes on your mental health
️ And most importantly—how to stay gro...

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As the nation celebrates July 4th, we’re holding space for those who feel the weight of this day — not as freedom, but as a reminder of contradictions, grief, and unhealed wounds.

Did you know that at least 41 signers of the Declaration of Independence enslaved people while writing about “liberty and justice for all”?

In this solo episode, we dive deep into:
▪️ The truth about the Foun...

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Are you constantly checking TikTok for “BREAKING NEWS” updates? Do you catch yourself spiraling through tragic headlines before bed or first thing in the morning?

This episode dives deep into:
Why we doom scroll (hint: it’s wired into our brains)
How constant news consumption fuels anxiety and hopelessness
The psychological impact of fast-paced news on apps like TikTok
Real strategies to...

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Are you ready to explore the parts of yourself you’ve been taught to hide? In this powerful solo episode, we’re diving deep into shadow work—what it is, where it comes from, and how it can transform your mental health and emotional well-being.

Learn how your hidden traits and triggers are impacting your relationships
Discover how shadow work reduces anxiety, shame, and self-sabotage
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Your breath is more than just inhale and exhale—it’s a living bridge between your body, emotions, mind, and environment. In this powerful solo episode, we explore how breath shapes your nervous system, your relationships, and your ability to feel safe in your body.

✨ Learn how breath holds memory
✨ Hear real-life examples of breath and trauma healing
✨ Discover simple ways to build breat...

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Are you feeling tense, anxious, or constantly overwhelmed? Your body may be holding the answers.

In this powerful solo episode, I break down what stress and anxiety look like in everyday life — and how somatic practices can help you reconnect, release, and regulate your nervous system.

What you’ll learn:
✔️ What “somatics” really means
✔️ Why stress and anxiety are felt in the body
✔️ S...

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Are you entering your detaching era? It’s not about being cold or distant—it’s about reclaiming your peace, protecting your energy, and choosing yourself unapologetically.

In this powerful solo episode of The Positive Professional Podcast, we explore:

✅ How to step back without guilt
✅ How to observe without absorbing
✅ How to set boundaries with compassion
✅ How to stop overexplaining...

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New Episode Alert!
"Understanding Anhedonia: When Joy Feels Out of Reach" is now live on The Positive Professional Podcast!

Have you—or someone you care about—ever felt emotionally numb, disconnected from joy, or like your favorite things just don’t “hit” the same anymore?

You might be experiencing anhedonia, a lesser-known but powerful symptom of depression, trauma, and chronic stress...

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In a world full of surface-level connections, how do we create bonds that are real, rooted, and reciprocal?
This week’s episode is all about building relationships where you can show up as your full, authentic self — without shrinking, performing, or pretending.
We’re diving into: What ...
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Are you constantly seeking likes, praise, or approval to feel worthy?
Do you struggle to feel “enough” without outside affirmation?

You’re not alone—and you’re not broken.
In this powerful solo episode, we dive deep into how the cycle of external validation begins, why it’s so hard to break, and how to return to the only source of worth that truly matters—yourself.

Tune in as I unpack...

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In this episode of The Positive Professional Podcast, we’re diving deep into the brain’s “motivation molecule.”
What is dopamine and how does it really work?
How is it affected by social media and screen time?
What does dopamine withdrawal look like in kids and adults?
And most importantly—how can we naturally regulate dopamine to boost mood, focus, and motivation?

If you’ve ever f...

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