What Should I Do Next

Self-Esteem-our sense of self-worth-is deeply tied to our self-concept, the way we see and define ourselves. It shapes how we move through the world, how we connect with others, and how we respond to challenges

What happens when that  sense of self is suddenly disrupted? when something changes your appearance, your abilities, your circumstances-and the person you thought you were no longer feels the same?

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Welcome back to What Should I do next! Buckle up. If you thought the previous episodes were insightful and enpowering. Get ready for the new and improved episodes. The first new episode will be published in March. Topic "When intimacy fails, what should I do next? Tune in, going to be an eye opener!

What Should I Do Next Podcast is Hosted by Lolita Carter, Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Educator, & Behavioral Health Specialis...

Most everyone has experienced a fleeting feeling of loneliness on occasion. 
Transient loneliness is a short-term, fleeting feeling of loneliness.
Chronic loneliness is generally correlated with negative effects.
The holidays are a lonely time of year for many.
Perhaps this is due to a lack of connection, distress, relationship quality, FOMO on social media, and so much more.
This episode examines the impact of ...

This is time of year is when conflict may come to a head...with our friends, family, at work, and in so many other areas.  Conflict arises out of poor communication. It is driven by emotions and personal experience. As the Holiday seasons create time for family gathering it is important to be aware of personal triggers, and stressors that can contribute to conflict.  

Positivity in communication is key when dealing with di...

It is the human experience to worry. 
Starting in childhood and continuing through out the life cycle, we tend to anticipate future events.  Worry is caused by the anticipation of future negative events. This podcast addresses the physical and emotional impact of a prolonged feeling of uneasiness and worries. 
Learn strategies we discuss to manage your worry and create positivity for your well-being. 

What Should I Do Next P...

Celebrating 30 Episodes of What Should I Do Next!
This dynamic episode addresses the importance of  examining our inner strengths and overall well being.
You can realize you have to look at your spiritual being to get you through times of stress.
 Reflect on your accomplishments.  Be a role model to your children both spiritually and with how you handle life's challenges.

What Should I Do Next Podcast is Hosted by L...

Envy may negatively affect the closeness and satisfaction of interpersonal and family relationships.
Those unpleasant feelings can be either motivators or give someone malicious intent or resentment.
Envy or jealously has origins in low self esteem.  There is typically a strong dislike or hatred. It could result in bullying, cyber-bulling and other negative behaviors.
It can be a very unhealthy feeling...also affecting ...

Quality of life is a relative term using health, financial status and position as indicators of a good life. 
Today, societal disarray, economic challenges and personal stressors cause us to redefine "the good life."
By having a positive outlook, managing stressors, and doing what you love, your quality of life can be greatly improved.
We have to learn to have joy, faith, hope, peace, and belief in a higher be...

The foundation of any system provides structure, and support. 
This applies to family, educational, judicial and political systems.  
In this episode we will closely look at the political system and how political parties came to be. The history and ideology of the various parties have evolved over time.
They are now disturbing the foundations of society.
We have to have politicians who believe in the foundations of ...

Everyone is stressed.
There's lots of emotional sadness and pain out there.
Is emotional pain considered depression? Fatigue, low energy and other physiologic factors could be signs of depression on top of emotional pain.
Transient heartache from loss is normal. 
Violent behavior, self-harm and emotional breakdown has become more prevalent due to unaddressed and sustained emotional pain. 
This is most notab...

Disappointment is inevitable. A strong hold is a powerful event that detains you from moving forward emotionally.  A strong hold feeling causes us to feel regret, sadness, anger, bitterness, or loss.  
The greater the disparity, the greater the disappointment.
It happens when you consider what might have been.
Prolonged disappointment can cause a sustained period of melancholy.
This episode identifies the strong hol...

Danielle L, Williams, Esquire, addresses the impact of family disruption. 
Drugs, Early Unwed Pregnancy, Gun Violence, Gangs, Crimes, and Educational Failures are all factors which contribute to the breakdown of marriage and family. 
It has also significantly impacted to the emotional wellbeing in children and youth, early criminal behavior in teens and academic failure. 
Poverty, Substance Abuse, and Mental Health beco...

Social Media has become a large part of most people's lives.   
Typically how people use social media platforms is to communicate their interests, ideas, accomplishments and opinions. 
Unfortunately, social media is also used to express hate, intent to hurt, and prejudice. 
This is toxic from a personal, professional, and, potentially, a financial perspective.
Here's what to do next:

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