117: Ali Damron on Making Self-Care a Priority




Straight-Up Wellness show

Summary: In this episode, Ali Damron talks about prioritizing self-care:<br> <br> * Mental health and hormones<br> * Fighting for time for yourself<br> * Setting boundaries around consumption<br> * Struggling with taking a break<br> * Learning to say "no"<br> * The "pressure valve"<br> * Intentional tears<br> * Value of alone time<br> * Guilt is a choice<br> * Importance of creating community<br> * Overcoming mom guilt<br> * Removing emotional triggers<br> * Asking for help without "complaining"<br> * Creating a supportive conversation<br> * Crying and breakdowns as a good thing<br> * Things to do when frustration hits<br> * Finding lessons in hard things<br> * Developing a self-care routine<br> * Feeling good vs. feeling numb<br> * Alcohol and when it could be good<br> * Taking days off<br> * Self check-ins<br> * "Untamed" book<br> * Step 1 to getting back to joy<br> * Taking the action of asking<br> * Confidence and worthiness<br> * Types of self-care