Why This Season Brings Joy: The Psychology of Holiday Cheer
My Talents in Action
In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore why the holiday season naturally boosts your mood and how your brain is wired to experience more joy during this time of year. Erica explains how rituals, nostalgia, connection, generosity, and sensory experiences activate happiness and meaning. You will learn why holiday traditions feel comforting, how anticipation and shared moments strengthen well being, and why these feelings are not accidental. This episode shows that holiday joy does not have to be seasonal. With small rituals, gratitude, and intentional connection, you can carry that...
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How to Eat Healthy on a Budget
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In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how to eat healthy on a budget without feeling restricted, stressed, or bored. Erica breaks down why cooking at home is one of the most powerful money and wellness habits, and how simple foods can stretch further than you think. You will learn how meal planning reduces waste, how shopping with intention saves more than impulse buys, and how bulk staples, seasonal produce, and smart substitutions make healthy eating affordable. This episode also covers prepping leftovers, repurposing ingredients, and building small habits that create long term...
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How to Make Smarter Decisions in 5 Steps
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In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore a simple five step method to make smarter decisions and avoid regret. Erica breaks down how most mistakes happen when you rush into Option A and forget there are other possibilities. You will learn how to gather real evidence, challenge assumptions, explore different perspectives, generate better alternatives, and map the implications before you commit. This episode also highlights how biases can quietly sabotage your choices, and how naming them helps you think more clearly. If you want to feel steadier under pressure, reduce impulsive...
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Coaching or Therapy: Which Path Will Transform Your Life?
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In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore the key differences between coaching and therapy, and how to choose the support that fits your current season. Erica explains how coaching focuses on forward momentum, goals, clarity, and accountability, while therapy centers on healing, emotional processing, and mental health support. You will learn when coaching can help you move from stuck to aligned, and when therapy is the safer choice for working through anxiety, trauma, grief, or overwhelming emotions. This episode reminds you that growth is not one size fits all, and it is okay to use...
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How to Manage Toxic Relationships
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In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how to recognize toxic relationships before they drain your confidence and disconnect you from yourself. Erica explains why toxicity is about patterns, not one bad moment, and how criticism, manipulation, guilt, control, and lack of accountability slowly create emotional harm. You will learn how to check in with how you feel after interactions, set boundaries without guilt, and notice pushback as a sign the boundary was needed. This episode also highlights the value of support, self care, and therapy when the impact runs deep. Choosing...
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How to Master Budgeting to Achieve Financial Freedom
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In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how budgeting becomes a real path to financial freedom, not by getting rich fast, but by telling your money where to go. Erica breaks down how clarity turns money stress into confidence, starting with knowing what comes in, what goes out, and what matters most to you. You will learn how to set goals, build a realistic budget, track spending without guilt, and adjust as life changes. This episode also covers emergency funds, debt plans, and simple automation that makes consistency easier. Budgeting is not restriction, it is permission to spend...
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How to Shield Yourself from Internet Scams and Identity Theft
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In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how building digital awareness helps you stay safe online and protect your identity with confidence. Erica breaks down common scams like phishing, fake listings, and urgent tech support tricks, and shows how to spot red flags before you get pulled in. You will learn why verifying requests, researching sellers, and slowing down when messages feel urgent can prevent costly mistakes. This episode also covers strong passwords, two factor authentication, safer online shopping habits, and smart choices around public Wi Fi. Staying safe is not about...
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How to Cultivate Healthy Relationships for a Happier Life
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In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how building healthy relationships begins with understanding yourself first. Erica explains why strong connections are rooted in communication, trust, respect, and empathy, and how these skills can be developed with intention. You will learn how self awareness, clear boundaries, and emotional intelligence help relationships feel supportive instead of draining. This episode shows that healthy relationships are not about perfection or fixing others, they are about mutual growth, honest connection, and shared effort. When you nurture...
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How to Achieve Financial Freedom
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In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore what financial freedom really means and how it is built through intention, not overnight success. Erica breaks down how small habits, clear awareness, and consistent choices reduce money stress and create stability. You will learn why budgeting is about alignment, how saving and reducing debt create breathing room, and how investing and multiple income streams support long term freedom. This episode reminds you that financial freedom is not about being rich, it is about feeling safe, confident, and in control of your choices. Progress happens...
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How to Recognize and Develop Your Natural Talents for a Fulfilling Life
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In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how recognizing and developing your natural talents can bring clarity, confidence, and a more fulfilling life. Erica explains how strengths often hide in plain sight, in what energizes you, what feels effortless, and what people consistently appreciate about you. You will learn how self awareness, reflection, feedback, and noticing flow can reveal your true strengths, and how developing them through practice, challenge, and support turns potential into impact. This episode shows how aligning your career, relationships, and daily choices with...
info_outlineIn this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore how anxiety often hides beneath tension, fatigue, and quiet overwhelm. You’ll learn to recognize the subtle signs like headaches, sleeplessness, or constant overthinking, and understand what your body is really trying to say. We’ll talk about practical ways to soothe your nervous system through mindfulness, movement, therapy, and small daily shifts that bring calm back into focus. You’ll also discover how connection and awareness can turn anxiety from a silent weight into a signal for self-care. By the end, you’ll feel grounded, reminded that peace isn’t distant, it’s something you can create.