Addressing Mental Health Challenges & Seeking Help
Release Date: 02/29/2024
How Not To Give A Fuck About Other People’s Opinions
A Fancy Bag Full of Fucks
Welcome back to "A Fancy Bag Full of Fucks," the podcast where we help listeners navigate the things in life that drive them nuts and show them how not to give a flying fuck about them. In this episode, we dive into the topic of how not to give a fuck about other people's opinions. You all know by now that we have potty mouths and an aversion to caring about what others think, so we’re going to be sharing some sassy and empowering insights. We discuss the unsolicited opinions that people love to throw around, covering everything from parenting choices and relationships to political views and...
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The Power of Forgiveness and Letting Go of Grudges
A Fancy Bag Full of Fucks
In this weeks episode, we take you on a whirlwind journey through the complex landscape of forgiveness, zeroing in on the gritty (I think you all know what word I’d rather use) challenge of overcoming rejection. With a mix of raw honesty and an indulgent sprinkle of crass sass, I share my own personal story of estrangement and the emotional rollercoaster it triggered, revealing how forgiveness became my ticket to a new level of emotional freedom. And like Lou said, this isn't just about letting someone off the hook, it's about unlocking the chains of anger and bitterness that weigh us...
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Facing Your Fears & Taking Bold Action Towards Your Dreams
A Fancy Bag Full of Fucks
Hey there fearless listeners! In this kick-ass episode, we are spilling the tea on fear and courage like nobody's business. Forget the boring old view of fear as a buzzkill – we're here to show you how fear can be your BFF on the road to greatness. Embrace that fear, honey, because it's a surefire sign that you're onto something big and bold! We're dishing out the secrets to bouncing back from setbacks and owning your fears like the fabulous warriors you are. Get ready to flex those resilience muscles, practice mindfulness like a boss, and adopt a mindset that screams, "I got this!" We've...
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Pursuing Passion & Finding Purpose
A Fancy Bag Full of Fucks
What are we on about NOW? Hey Queens, It’s Symone & Lou here, ready to take you on a wild ride through the ins and outs of finding what lights your fire and chasing it with all you've got. We’ve given that fancy bag a good old shake out, and with all the crisp crumbs, we’ve got a wonderful show for you. So get ready for laughs, some "aha!" moments, and maybe even a few salty tears (the good kind, we promise). Spiritual Bloopers Symone’ shares her Spiritual Oopsies - Ever tried so hard to be spiritual you just ended up more stressed? Symone gets down and real about the time...
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Addressing Mental Health Challenges & Seeking Help
A Fancy Bag Full of Fucks
This week’s episode is a biggie; we’re looking deeply and of course comically at mental health and just how frigging important it is. Listen to Lou’s story about how she battled with post natal depression and also shame and guilt around taking the first tentative steps in to the dreaded doctors surgery for anti depressants. And the fuck load of stigma that comes with taking them. Who'd have thought one little pill could evoke so many feelings?! We’re also looking at grief; the loss of Lou’s beloved father and Symone’s heartbreaking but ultimately awe...
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Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
A Fancy Bag Full of Fucks
This is one of the hugest problems that us women suffer from. The disbelief in our abilities and how truly fabulous we are. So even though were coming into this a bit clunky, were going to show you how not to give a flying fuck about it, and believe me, we had to overcome the imposter syndrome in ourselves, just to deliver this to you. In this podcast we discuss the impact it has on self-worth and our perception of self and the importance of challenging those negative thoughts to overcome the dreaded and somewhat inevitable Imposter syndrome. We share personal stories and the strategies that...
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Overcoming Body Issues & Embracing Self Care
A Fancy Bag Full of Fucks
So this week’s episode is lucky number 4 and lucky for you, we're jumping feet first into the world of body issues and self-care! Most of us have bits of ourselves that we don’t like but we’re going to show you how to reframe your view point on your so called imperfections, and dig into the controversial topic of changing what you don't like. Like most things for women, even body positivity has become a double-edged sword and we want to show you how to take back your feminine power around that and how not to give a fuck about the notion that making cosmetic alterations makes you...
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Finding Your Voice
A Fancy Bag Full of Fucks
In this episode we decided to delve deep into the powerful topic of "Finding Your Voice" because us Queens have spent too far too long having to squash ours down. It’s part of the reason why we started this podcast in the first place! In this podcast we discuss how women often struggle to speak up in various aspects of their lives, including work, relationships, friendships, and even intimate situations. And yes, by intimate situations, we are in fact referring to asking for exactly what we want in the bedroom. You’ll get to hear all about Lou’s epic knockback from a...
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Setting Boundaries
A Fancy Bag Full of Fucks
On this week’s episode, we're chucking ourselves head first into the topic of boundaries and, more importantly, how not to give a flying fuck about setting them. We share practical advice, drawing connections between boundaries and everyday situations. Us women can have the hardest time saying NO. Trying to be everything to everyone and people please means that we inevitably find ourselves saying yes to something we’d really rather not do. We show you how having boundaries is about so much more than saying yes or no and is actually a reflection of how you want to be...
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Cultivating Self Love and Self Acceptance
A Fancy Bag Full of Fucks
That’s right Queens, in today's episode we’re all about the love! Come on a journey with us where we delve into how you can lean into embracing yourself and nurture a positive relationship with the deepest parts of you. In this podcast we show you how to foster self-love and compassion, a crucial aspect of personal growth and well-being. We reflect on our own hard but also hilarious journeys and how we've evolved in our relationship with self-confidence and self-acceptance over the years. We slice this meaty topic into five powerful tips emphasizing that these steps don't demand a complete...
info_outlineThis week’s episode is a biggie; we’re looking deeply and of course comically at mental health and just how frigging important it is. Listen to Lou’s story about how she battled with post natal depression and also shame and guilt around taking the first tentative steps in to the dreaded doctors surgery for anti depressants. And the fuck load of stigma that comes with taking them. Who'd have thought one little pill could evoke so many feelings?!
We’re also looking at grief; the loss of Lou’s beloved father and Symone’s heartbreaking but ultimately awe inspiring journey around unaliving herself. And yes, that is a word that we just made up but it fits the description perfectly. And thank god she’s here to tell the tale.
We delve into the historics of mental health stigma for women and that dreaded word, we as females have all come to hate…hysteria. And for good measure we’ve thrown in a healthy dollop of pregnancy conditions, systemic racism, the menopause and silent birthing. See! Told you it was a big one this week!
As always we are here for you if you are struggling with your own mental health; we’ve got lots of holistic tips on this episode on how to make yourself feel better as well as some good ol ' science mixed in for good measure, because knowledge is power, especially when it comes to our health. Educating ourselves about mental health not only helps us recognize when we or someone we love might need help, but it also arms us against the myths that fuel the stigma. There are incredible resources out there, many created by women for women, that can guide us on this journey of understanding and action and in true Queen style we’re hyping them up in between digressing, of course!
We believe that no one should navigate mental health challenges alone. Allies play a crucial role in our support system. Whether it's a friend, a family member, or a partner. Having someone who listens without judgment, encourages us to seek help, and stands by us through our journey can make all the difference. If you need an ally, please reach out to us via our social media and website included in every episode.
Until then Queens, stay safe……