Slaying Self-Doubt (mantra and meditation)
MINDFUL PAUSE PODCAST
Do you ever have those days where self-doubt just seems to sneak in and rain on your parade? Yup, me too. In my book on how to quiet our Itty-Bitty-Shitty-Committee, I share about The Four Horsemen: Comparison, Self-Doubt, Perfectionism, and Judgment that slays our self-worth. Personally, I've gone through a lot of transition over the past 3 years and have struggled a lot with the Four Horsemen that slays our self-worth. Each week this month, I share how we can befriend each of these horsemen and ways to choose to align with our True abundant Self. After having my second...
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How to Let Go of Comparison and Embrace your True Self 🥰
MINDFUL PAUSE PODCAST
🌟 Embrace Your True Self: Letting Go of Comparison 🌟 Ever find yourself caught in the comparison game? It's like a sneaky whisper that tells us we're not measuring up. But guess what? Comparison robs us of our joy! It pulls us away from our true selves, leaving us feeling insecure and unworthy. 🚫 To help you break free from that comparison trap: 🛑 Pause and Notice: When comparison starts creeping in, notice it and take a deep breath to pause from getting looped into it’s story. Breathe and create space from the narrative to help ground yourself in the...
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How to BE with your emotions without BEING them (meditation to be with your triggers)
MINDFUL PAUSE PODCAST
Hey soul friend, How often do we let our inner critic spin us into old dramas? 🙋🏻♀️ We get triggered by something or someone, and suddenly we're knee-deep in an old drama, replaying the same story over and over again. During my recent trip to Florida, a friend shared a powerful insight: the inner work is about being with our experiences without being consumed by them. This is the essence of mindfulness. The more we can hold space for our experiences without letting them take over, the more freedom we find. In today's meditation on the...
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Embracing Imperfections: Discover Your Superpower with Wabi Sabi ✨
MINDFUL PAUSE PODCAST
Hi there soul friend! Growing up, I was often labeled as "too emotional" or "too sensitive," which led me to believe that my sensitivity was my flaw. But through my spiritual journey, I've had a revelation – my sensitivity is my superpower! It's what led me to discover my true calling as a self-love coach, guiding others on their paths to self-discovery and healing. Wabi Sabi is a beautiful Japanese concept that celebrates imperfection and impermanence. It's all about finding beauty in life's irregularities, rather than striving for unattainable perfection. What if instead of striving...
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Stay Grounded: Tips for Finding Peace Amidst Life's Chaos
MINDFUL PAUSE PODCAST
Hey there, If you're feeling a little frazzled and ungrounded, I hope today's podcast and love letter for your Soul helps you stay centered to yourself and what truly matters. Last week was a whirlwind of foggy chaos: Two sick kiddos at home meant sleepless nights and the added pressure to "get it all done" in less time. 🤯 Picture this: I strut into a yoga class, only to realize in the lobby that I'm rocking just my bra (not my sports bra). Talk about a fashion faux pas! And to top it off, the next day, I hit the gym with my leggings on backward. GET. IT. TOGETHER, AUDREY! After...
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Ignite Your Inner Goddess
MINDFUL PAUSE PODCAST
Hey there, beautiful soul! Just returned from a quick Florida vacation, and let me tell you, it was like a sip of pure sunshine for my spirit. There's something rejuvinating about reconnecting with friends who knew you long before diapers and bedtime stories took over to remind you of who you were. When I got back home, a friend texted me: "I forgot how funny you are!" I excitedly showed it to my hubby, exclaiming, "See? I've still got it!" These past three years of motherhood? Phew, they've been quite the rollercoaster ride! Amidst the chaos of diapers and...
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1-min Self-Love Check-In
MINDFUL PAUSE PODCAST
Hey there, Feeling the lunar vibes this week? I sure was! The full moon had me in a bit of a funk for about 24 hours! Everything seemed to be a trigger, from kid tantrums to everyday transitions. I was moody and edgy, definitely not the best version of myself. But, here's the kicker: I stumbled upon a game-changer – a one-minute daily self-love check-in. It's been my go-to for reining in my mood swings and staying grounded in what truly nourishes my mind, body and soul. Curious to join the 1-minute self-love check-in? Have a listen to this week's episdoe...
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One Tweak A Week to Reach Your Dreams
MINDFUL PAUSE PODCAST
Today is a simple mantra: “one tweak each week” Last week, I started working out again (after not really moving my body much for GULP, 4 YEARS!). I had 2 babies and a pandemic and a move/remodel. But my baby is almost 3 years old, and there’s no excuses, plus I feel like crap! So I signed up for Orange Theory Fitness and made a commitment to myself to work out for 5 days. Last week was my first week, but I ate like crap - we’re talking 5 indulgent meals a day at about 3000 calories. So, although I was working out like an athlete, I was eating like a lumberjack! I...
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Completion
MINDFUL PAUSE PODCAST
Today’s episode is about completion. HUH? What does this have to do with self-love or mindfulness? When we don’t complete our tasks, it chips at our self worth. If we have a running list of all the things we need to do, this ever growing list can feel overwhelming, anxiety inducing and stressful. Completion of our tasks builds self worth, confidence and relieves stress. Journal: What projects or tasks have I left unfinished? (this could be as simple as finishing reading a book, or sending out an email to a larger project or dream) What...
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Self Love Meditation
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This week, many people are celebrating Valentine’s Day. But what about self-love and celebrating yourself? In today’s meditation, we’ll invite the mantra: AHEM PREMA, which in Sanskrit translates into “I am love” I hope today’s meditation helps you feel more at ease within yourself and a warmth that you are enough and you matter Sending you lots of love Audrey Want to dive in deeper? Download your free to create a mini-retreat to gain clarity of what you want and how you want to feel this year. And join me!!! 👇🏼 🌴beautiful in April for...
info_outlineEveryone is holding a lot. I’ve been saying this for 5 months. Times are heavy and hard.
One moment you may feel inspired, and then another moment depleted and exhausted. If you’re a sensitive empath like me, you may be feeling the weight of the world and the weight of your responsibilities and fears.
In these hard times, the itty-bitty-shitty-committee can be really loud. Maybe so loud, you’re ready to throw up your hands and quit.
If your itty-bitty-shitty-committee has been nagging you lately and you’re going through a hard time, the one thing that helps pull me out of a funk is to focus on the good stuff. Not just the positive affirmation/ ooey-gooey stuff that is lofty and esoteric, but the good, REAL, tangible stuff.
Okay Audrey, then what good stuff do you focus on then?
Well, that good stuff that’s unique only to you in that moment. Only YOU know it. Only you know the value of it.
In these hard times, it’s the good stuff that quiets the inner critic and keeps you going and leads to breakthrough, both big and small.
In today’s episode, I’ll share four ways to focus on the good so you don’t quit:
- Allow yourself to feel your feelings
If you don’t allow yourself to feel your feelings, they will never leave you. We all want to be seen. Your feelings want to be seen. Don’t rely on others to do it. SEE YOURSELF first. Be with yourself. Don’t abandon yourself. This is self-love.
- You are loved more than you know
In hard times, we feel alone. Seek out those people who support you. I have 3 friends I go to when my inner critic is shouting and I need grounding and clarity. When you feel untethered, rely on a trusted ally to help center you back to how much you’re needed and loved in the world.
- You’re capable of amazing and hard things
Start a journal of all of your accomplishments – not just a journal about when you achieved a goal, but also those wins like having an uncomfortable conversation, starting something new or overcoming a fear.
My husband is an engineer and extremely organized, so he has all of our photos categorized by year and date. This online photo system is like a virtual journal for me to look back at the years of photos documenting our life experiences. It’s a great way to go back in time to see all of your memories, and they help me remember how far I’ve come and how much I’ve grown.
When you’re feeling stuck, it’s important to look back to see your evolution. You can do hard things. You’ve done them before. You will get through this.
- You are valued and are here to take up space
Keep a gratitude jar or Gratitude folder. It may sound a little cheesy, but it works!
I’ve personally shared with you over these past few weeks about feeling down – like so down, to the point of questioning my purpose. My itty-bitty-shitty-committee has been so loud I’ve been on the verge of giving up. Even sharing this makes me cringe. It makes me feel weak, but I know through my raw and realness, this helps us connect, so you know you’re not alone either.
We tend to dwell in those dark places of the inner critic, instead of seeing all of the light that surrounds us.
That’s why I keep a gratitude folder in my email box that I reference A LOT to help pull me out of those dark holes.
In these times of self-doubt, I revisit testimonials of students in my Soul School program who have said it changed their life, or I re-read your reviews of this podcast or I go back to my gratitude email folder and re-read your personal emails of how my words have resonated with you and helped you with what you’re currently experiencing. Your words matter to me, and you make a difference in my life.
Like you, I’m human, and we forget so easily. Our mind is quick to fill up with negative thoughts and get distracted and busy and keeps us from what is real and good.
Keep a folder to remind you that you are valued and are here for a reason. Take up space sister!
Also, if you like these ideas, check out my 52-week self-love journal on my website to help you connect with yourself each week – it’s free.
I hope these 4 ways help you combat your itty-bitty-shitty-committee when you get down in those dark places.
Your hardest times often lead to the greatest moments of your life. Don’t quit.
You’re about to breakthrough. It’s happening. Keep going!
Sending you lots of love.
Thank you for being here, sharing and rating this podcast!
Want to dive in deeper? Join me on Sunday 8/9 from 4-6pm pst for a virtual workshop centered around connecting and nurturing your inner child along with relaxing deep yin yoga and journaling.
Also Mark your calendars because my signature online program, Soul School is back and starts date of October 5th. This course is special to my heart and is a decade of my learning to help you embody your truth: you are enough and you matter. I hope you can join me. SIGN UP HERE TO BE THE FIRST TO KNOW WHEN DOORS OPEN FOR REGISTRATION AND SPECIAL DEALS