Episode 106: Mental Beauty Segments

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As we proceed to prioritize the unique concept of mental beauty, episode 106 of the Dare To Share Your Untold Story Podcast, Mental Beauty Segments, focuses on mindfulness in daily life, despite your untold story. In relation to this episode topic the prior episode 19 has been selected for further exploration and deeper dive. In episode 19, titled: “Her Unwavering Faith Conquered the Cancer and Every Other Wall that Came Her way”, featuring Nadia Gulhamhusein. Her journey is a powerful example of feeling your strength right from your core and keeping steadfast in your faith, beliefs and a higher power, while putting your full trust in the universe. From childhood she developed a sense of positivity in her viewpoint of the world. During the hardships she had faced with cancer, she took the time to stop and reflect on what she was going through, she wrote about her challenges and difficulties – and then was able to integrate positivity and cheer herself on. Nadia’s open sharing serves as a permission slip for all of us to look at the cards we are dealt as a choice. She was faced with a choice to retreat or rise, and she chose to rise, chose ‘I can’, and step into her greatness, she took her pain and transformed it into purpose, knowing that God had more work for her to do. Nadia's Mental Beauty rethink is about being open to knowing that each part of our selves is as important as the others, physical, emotional, mental and spiritual aspects. She expanded her thoughts to include that there is a need to be in spaces that feel safe so that we can show up with vulnerability, and openly speak about mental health issues and take care of one's mental health. By creating safety to share and be open, we create safe spaces to hold the conversations. She talks about equalizing the conversations. Listen to this episode as we take a deeper dive into this topic.

3 Practical ‘Mental Beauty Tips’ inspired by Episode 106:

1. Start with Daily Mindful Breathing: This practice helps ground you in the present moment and fosters a sense of calm, allowing you to start the day with a clear and focused mindset.
2. Practice Acceptance Through Journaling: This practice encourages acceptance and helps you identify areas within your control, allowing you to approach problems with a balanced perspective.
3. Set Intentional, Positive Focus: By consciously directing your energy toward something positive and manageable, you cultivate healthy positivity and empower yourself to navigate the day with intention and grace.

Episode 106 Takeaway:

• Reflect on and Remember to Practice Daily:
  • How can I show myself kindness with whatever it is that I am experiencing in this given moment?
  • …and WTB - what's the blessing here, what do I need to see more clearly
• Engaging in this self-reflective process allows you to cultivate a deeper sense of self-compassion and awareness. When you ask yourself, "How can I show myself kindness with whatever it is that I am experiencing in this given moment?", you are inviting yourself to pause and acknowledge your current emotional state without judgment.
• The second part of the reflection, "What's the blessing here, what do I need to see more clearly?" invites you to shift your perspective and look for the hidden opportunities or lessons within your current situation.

Of course, remember, if you want to share something amazing that you would like to have a shout out for on your behalf, just send an e-mail to [email protected].

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