You, me, and everyone else I know struggle to some degree with social media--one day it's a repository of connection and inspiration, and another day it's the place where people grouse, complain, and start fights. Research shows that the more time you spend on social media, the more likely you are to feel anxious or depressed--so it matters that you are purposeful with how you utilize social media.

In today's episode, I'm sharing the social media boundaries that actually work to create a better relationship with how use consume and share.

Do you know who you are, when you are your best self?

It's a question that took up residence in my mind when I felt I was at a crossroads. "Who am I, when I'm my best self? What am I doing? Who am I being in those moments? What environment am I in?" These are the questions I started to ask myself.

Grab a pen ✍️ and some paper 📝 and sink in.

In this episode, I dive into the research behind the connection between exercise and mental well-being, emphasizing the positive impact of even shorter exercise sessions. I provide practical advice on how to make exercise a habit, stressing the importance of finding an exercise that personally resonates with you, committing to daily physical activity, and establishing a consistent exercise schedule. Ultimately, I believe in the potential of exercise to improve mental health and offer actionable steps to integrate it into your daily routine.

After a two year hiatus from my body of work, here are some updates and the life lessons that I’m taking with me in this update of the Your Courageous Life podcast.