The Art of Resilience Podcast

Permission to Break the Rules

Hey friend— Whether you're navigating chronic illness, burnout, heartbreak, or just a life that keeps throwing curveballs—some of the so-called “rules” we’ve been handed about how to live, work, and be are downright unhelpful. In this episode of The Art of Resilience Podcast, we’re tearing a few of those up. This is a powerful and much-needed topic—exploring how living with a chronic illness often requires breaking unspoken rules and expectations in order to reclaim agency, identity, and joy. From toxic productivity myths to workplace cultures that reward burnout, I share the invisible scripts I had to unlearn to start actually thriving—not just surviving. We’ll talk about how to exit environments (and relationships) that suck the life out of you, how to not be everyone’s always-positive, always-available friend, and why real boundaries aren’t about avoidance—they’re about repair. These rules and standards aren't designed for bodies in pain, fluctuating energy levels, or the unpredictability of chronic symptoms. * “Pushing through” can lead to flares or massive setbacks * Rest isn’t optional—it’s survival * Traditional measures of success often become irrelevant * Masking your pain for others’ comfort erodes authenticity Let me tell you a secret and smash this lie. Many times, these rules aren’t even made for any person! Breaking the rules isn’t rebellion—it’s wisdom. Oh—and if you’ve ever spiraled into Netflix-and-scroll territory and called it “rest”… to mitigate the blues often brought on by pain, fatigue, or symptoms—we’re going there too (with zero shame). These “self-care” pop culture scripts can often feel blurry and lead us into inaction and paralysis. Let’s rewrite the rules and give ourselves permission to heal differently. With grit and grace,Jaasiel 💛 Thanks for reading The Art of Resilience Podcast! This post is public so feel free to share it. Credits: 🎵 The theme song for The Art of Resilience Podcast is "Where We Go" by the super talented Elijah Aaron Palnik. Go check out his website [https://www.elijahaaron.com/]—he’s got some seriously good jams! PREVIOUS EPISODES “When Prayer is not Enough” [https://brevedesignco.substack.com/p/when-prayer-is-not-enough?r=47gsu0] “Flare Me Out: Mindset Shift to Richness” [https://open.substack.com/pub/brevedesignco/p/flare-me-out-mindset-shift-to-richness?r=47gsu0&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false] “When was the last time you fully enjoyed a meal?” [https://open.substack.com/pub/brevedesignco/p/when-was-the-last-time-you-fully?r=47gsu0&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false] This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit brevedesignco.substack.com/subscribe [https://brevedesignco.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

When was the last time you fully enjoyed a meal?🧐

Happy Friday! Meals aren’t just another item on your to-do list—they’re a privilege and a joy. Some foods have the power to trigger the best memories (science agrees!), which makes eating a meaningful way to build resilience. So here’s your friendly reminder: meals can actually help regulate your nervous system and support your stress response throughout the day. And hey—while you're at it, toss in some colorful, nutrient-dense goodness (wink wink). If you have a chronic illness… Eating can be relegated to either something we have to do and we have lost pleasure in savoring our meals all together. This is normal but it doesn’t have to be. Recovering this joy is a very powerful tool to shift the course of our physical and our mental health. Maybe you’re living with a chronic illness that makes it tough to enjoy meals like “normal” folks do—and I see you. Working with a nutritionist to identify foods that won’t trigger pain, discomfort, or flares can make a big difference. That’s why I’m sharing this amazing evidence-based resource [https://youtu.be/Z61921PImhc?si=WsdowvExY-ydV2_6] to help support and empower your healing journey. 💛 P.S. Did you know that if you download the Substack app, you’ll unlock access to chats and extra podcast goodies? Just sayin’. 👀 If this topic interested you… Here’s an amazing video I used back in my teaching days during the nutrition module. It’s not just about being mindful with your food—it’s a powerful tool to help us recognize the deeper dysfunctions and habits that often show up at the table. 🍽️ Worth a watch if you're ready to shift the way you think about eating. How to Use Mindfulness in Eating by Headspace [https://youtu.be/u1jRaHrpokA?si=Htb7SIlTBb65hb7B] Here’s a helpful article written by nutritionists on the matter if you want to dive deeper: Mindful Eating 101 — A Beginner’s Guide [https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/mindful-eating-guide] And if you missed on the video I linked if you have IBS, you will find it below: The Gut Doctor: The root cause of IBS – and how to treat it | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz [https://youtu.be/Z61921PImhc?si=WsdowvExY-ydV2_6] This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit brevedesignco.substack.com/subscribe [https://brevedesignco.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

The Day I Saw My Mother Through G-d’s Lens

Hey friends! Wanted to send you a little something for Mother’s Day. 💐 A meditation on the physiology of motherhood and how G-d used this understanding to start the process of restoration and forgiveness. I have a very, very long way to go but I wanted to share the tiny golden nuggets that have freed my heart to see my mom through G-d’s lens. Hope this is helpful, insightful, and inspires you in some way, shape or form! Happy Mother’s Day! -Love Jaas P.S. if you are enjoying this podcast, please consider leaving a like, a review on Apple Podcasts or sharing it with someone else! 🙏 The Art of Resilience Podcast is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. 🗒️ RESOURCES & FACT CHECKING! Credits: 🎵 The intro music for The Art of Resilience Podcast is "Where We Go" by the super talented Elijah Aaron Palnik. Go check out his website [https://www.elijahaaron.com/]—he’s got some seriously good jams! Sound effects and other tracks inside this episode: * Seven Dimensions by Alon Ohana * Grab the Goods by MooveKa PREVIOUS EPISODES “When Prayer is not Enough” [https://brevedesignco.substack.com/p/when-prayer-is-not-enough?r=47gsu0] PODCASTS Zoe Podcast Science & Nutrition * 5 essentials for your menopause toolkit with Dr. Mary Claire Haver & Dr. Sarah Berry [https://youtu.be/Qa16sjJW72c?si=JeUx0SxgizJyrLep] * 5 ways to fix high-functioning depression | Dr. Judith Joseph and Dr. Sarah Berry [https://youtu.be/QJYdI_gdfvs?si=RiJqBoudFL3PBCW4] VERSES MENTIONED On forgiveness 14 For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you, 15 but if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. Matthew 6:14-15 21 Then Peter came up and said to him, “Lord, how often will my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? As many as seven times?” 22 Jesus said to him, “I do not say to you seven times, but seventy-seven times. 23 “Therefore the kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who wished to settle accounts with his servants.[g [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2018&version=ESV#fen-ESV-23748g]] 24 When he began to settle, one was brought to him who owed him ten thousand talents.[h [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2018&version=ESV#fen-ESV-23749h]] 25 And since he could not pay, his master ordered him to be sold, with his wife and children and all that he had, and payment to be made. 26 So the servant[i [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2018&version=ESV#fen-ESV-23751i]] fell on his knees, imploring him, ‘Have patience with me, and I will pay you everything.’ 27 And out of pity for him, the master of that servant released him and forgave him the debt. 28 But when that same servant went out, he found one of his fellow servants who owed him a hundred denarii,[j [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2018&version=ESV#fen-ESV-23753j]] and seizing him, he began to choke him, saying, ‘Pay what you owe.’ 29 So his fellow servant fell down and pleaded with him, ‘Have patience with me, and I will pay you.’ 30 He refused and went and put him in prison until he should pay the debt. 31 When his fellow servants saw what had taken place, they were greatly distressed, and they went and reported to their master all that had taken place. 32 Then his master summoned him and said to him, ‘You wicked servant! I forgave you all that debt because you pleaded with me. 33 And should not you have had mercy on your fellow servant, as I had mercy on you?’ 34 And in anger his master delivered him to the jailers,[k [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2018&version=ESV#fen-ESV-23759k]] until he should pay all his debt. 35 So also my heavenly Father will do to every one of you, if you do not forgive your brother from your heart.” Matthew 18: 21-35 On the vengeance of the God It is mine to avenge; I will repay. In due time their foot will slip;their day of disaster is near and their doom rushes upon them.” Deuteronomy 32:35 Father of the fatherless and protector of widows is God in his holy habitation. Psalm 68:5 19 Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it[a [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans%2012%3A19&version=ESV#fen-ESV-28249a]] to the wrath of God, for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.” Romans 12:19 On God’s thoughts about us How precious to me are your thoughts, O God! How vast is the sum of them!18 If I would count them, they are more than the sand. I awake, and I am still with you. Psalm 139:17-18 Thanks for listening to The Art of Resilience Podcast! This post is public so feel free to share it. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit brevedesignco.substack.com/subscribe [https://brevedesignco.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

Flare Me Out: Mindset Shift to Richness

Yup, I obviously recorded this 18 days plus ago but this one has serious encouragement for your journey. 🚨IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: The Flare Me Out Series may occasionally be brought to you by… me with a sprinkle doctor-approved pain meds. If I sound a little mumbly or offbeat, now you know why. Just to be clear—I don’t mess with illegal substances or misuse medication. Seriously, don’t do that. Always talk to your pain management physician about what’s right for you. Pain meds aren’t meant to be your daily bread—there’s a whole buffet of support out there! This series isn’t here to diagnose, treat, or cure anything. I’m just a fellow chronic illness warrior with a science brain and a big heart, sharing raw moments to help you thrive—not just survive. The Art of Resilience Podcast is a reader-supported publication. 🙌🏼 To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a subscriber. 🗒️ RESOURCES: * Here’s my solopreneur deductible tracker. A CPA friend offered this to me to keep track of my deductibles and I want to give it to you in case you need it. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1UBJjK7GwVWTKQs61_D-oFh8_n9JkZYquJJCdyxm9RQw/copy [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1UBJjK7GwVWTKQs61_D-oFh8_n9JkZYquJJCdyxm9RQw/copy] This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit brevedesignco.substack.com/subscribe [https://brevedesignco.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

🤔 Have you checked-in with your body yet?

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