10 Episodes In: Lessons-Learnt, Analytics, and Outlook

Stepping Into Your Feminine Energy: Your 101 Guide, w/ Megumi Fujita

In this episode of the Mental Fitness Podcast, host Mona interviews Megumi Fujita, a trauma-informed embodiment and self-love coach. Megumi shares her personal journey of overcoming trauma and finding her feminine magic through pole dancing and community. They discuss the importance of connecting with your intuition and emotions, and how to step into your feminine energy. Megumi emphasizes the power of reclaiming pleasure in your body and re-parenting your inner child. She encourages listeners to tune into their senses and take small steps towards creating the reality they desire. Learn more about Megumi here: https://www.instagram.com/megumifujita__?igsh=MW1zMTVicTl2ZDV5Mw== [https://www.instagram.com/megumifujita__?igsh=MW1zMTVicTl2ZDV5Mw==] https://megumi-fujita.com/ [https://megumi-fujita.com/] Takeaways * Connect with your intuition by tuning into your senses and emotions. * Reclaim pleasure in your body and embrace your feminine energy. * Re-parent your inner child and provide love and care to your younger self. * Take small steps towards creating the reality you desire. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Megumi's Background 02:47 Stepping into Feminine Energy and Reclaiming Pleasure 05:52 Tuning into Intuition and Connecting with the Body 10:12 Emotional Mastery and Allowing Emotions 14:10 Re-parenting the Inner Child and Showing Love 27:01 Practical Tips for Cultivating Feminine Energy 29:55 Closing Remarks and Where to Find Megumi

10 Episodes In: Lessons-Learnt, Analytics, and Outlook

In this solo episode, I reflect on the lessons she has learned so far in the podcast. I go trough the key takeaways from every single guest episode, and share my highlights. I also give you some behind-the-scenes info and talk analytics - how many listeners I’ve gotten so far, your favorite episodes, etc. I close with an outlook on where I want to take this podcast in the future. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:52 General Lessons-Learnt 03:16 Take-Aways From Each Episode 10:58 Behind-The-Scenes: Analytics 17:26 Outlook

Finding the Right Therapist: A Guide

Maggie Holland, a licensed therapist, discusses the benefits of therapy and how you can find the right therapist. We talk about the reasons why someone might need therapy, the difference between therapy and coaching, and the steps to finding the right therapist. We also touch on virtual therapy and the importance of communication in the therapist-client relationship. Learn more about Maggie here: https://www.maggiehollandcounselingpllc.com/ [https://www.maggiehollandcounselingpllc.com/] Takeaways * Therapy can be beneficial for anyone, but it is especially important if your mental health symptoms are getting in the way of your day-to-day functioning. * Therapy focuses on depth work and understanding the root causes of mental health issues, while coaching tends to focus more on the present moment and helping you move forward. * When looking for a therapist, consider how you want to pay (insurance or out-of-pocket), the therapist's specialization and expertise, and whether you feel a connection and trust with them. * If therapy is not working out or you feel it's not the right fit, have an open and honest conversation with your therapist. They can help you find a better fit or adjust the therapy to better meet your needs. * Virtual therapy offers flexibility in terms of time and location, but in-person therapy can provide a more personal and face-to-face connection. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Maggie Holland 01:48 Benefits of Therapy 03:48 Therapy vs Coaching 08:26 Steps to Finding the Right Therapist 23:05 How to Break Up With Your Therapist 32:05 Exploring In-Person vs Virtual Therapy 35:24 Where to Find Maggie 36:44 CTA

Liberate Your Finances: Transform Your Money Story

Lindsay Konchar, a financial therapist, discusses the importance of identifying and transforming your money story. Lindsay shares her personal journey with money and how witnessing her parents' constant fights over money shaped her beliefs. She emphasizes that money habits are established at a young age and explores common money scripts, such as comfort with debt and avoidance with money. Lindsay also encourages women to overcome their fear of investing and highlights the emotional component of money decisions. She concludes by emphasizing the power of intentionality and support in transforming your money habits. Learn more about Lindsey here: https://copingwithlindsey.com/ https://www.instagram.com/copingwithlindsey/ Takeaways * Money stories are established at a young age, and it is important to identify and transform your money story. * Common money scripts include comfort with debt, avoidance with money, and beliefs about investing. * Overcoming fear of investing can be achieved through education and understanding the accessibility of investment platforms. * Attaching emotions to money decisions can provide insight into your spending habits and help you make intentional choices. * Changing your money habits requires self-awareness, vulnerability, and support from others. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:42 The Importance of Identifying Your Money Story 01:22 Personal Journey with Money Story 05:22 Common Money Scripts 06:26 Comfort with Debt 07:48 Avoidance with Money 10:29 Scripts about Investing 13:13 Overcoming Fear of Investing 15:08 Importance of Support in Money Journey 22:05 Changing Money Habits 24:27 Final Thoughts

How to Have a Thriving Professional Career and a Healthy Mind

Jennifer shares her career journey and how she has navigated the challenges of maintaining a healthy mind. She discusses her different career acts, from HR leadership to client experience and employee experience focused roles. Jennifer also opens up about her health challenges and how they led her to transition into a new phase of her career. She also emphasizes the importance of assembling a support team, including therapists, coaches, and spiritual advisors. Learn more about Jennifer here: https://www.bestolaconsulting.com/ [https://www.bestolaconsulting.com/] https://www.instagram.com/bestolaconsulting/ [https://www.instagram.com/bestolaconsulting/] https://twitter.com/JennyGooz [https://twitter.com/JennyGooz] Takeaways - Your career journey may involve different acts, and it's important to trust your gut throughout. - Assembling a support team (= your bench), including therapists, coaches, and/or spiritual advisors, is a great way to advance your professional and personal growth. - Surround yourself with the right people (on your bench & at home) who hold you accountable. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:53 Career Evolution: Acts 05:35 Reinventing the Next Act 09:47 Assembling a Support Team 23:21 Surrounding Yourself with the Right People 25:19 Conclusion and Where to Find Jennifer