Make Your Damn Bed

I read an article on elderly having trouble sitting, so practice squatting, I say if you’re having trouble sitting practice sitting. Train at it. I’m no physical therapist, and don’t get me wrong, do I believe that if I’m struggling to sit on a toilet I’m also OPTING for wall sits?! Absolutely the fuck not. I’m simply saying as someone who often makes lofty goals when I’m feeling like I need to ch...

Make a list of all the shit you're good at + a list of all the good shit in your life + all the shit that bothers you about your life. Using the first two lists, attempt to solve the last list and bingo-bango you've got yourself a lil action plan template. WATCH: www.youtube.com/juliemerica GET A MONTHLY NOTE FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com BUY SOME MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/...

Did you know bonding over trauma is different than trauma bonding!?!? I surely tf DID NOT and was shocked to make the distinction. Subscribe on patreon to hear the rest of this SUPER SPECIAL BONUS* release. *still workshopping titles, submit suggestions to mydbpodcast@gmail.com RESOURCES: https://www.verywellmind.com/chronic-stress-3145104 WATCH: www.youtube.com/juliemerica GET A MONTHLY NOTE FROM...

the final stage of getting outta survival mode is all about taking that shit one step at a time. that said, it's all about balance. take your time, but do what ya NEED not what you THINK you should be doing. WATCH: www.youtube.com/juliemerica GET A MONTHLY NOTE FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com BUY SOME MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/make-your-damn-bed-podcast?ref_id=27657 TUNE IN O...

if you’re trying to get out of a funk or like we’ve been discussing: escape the survival mode - there are different things that will work at different times. I think the foundation still stands: 1. IDENTIFY sources and see if you can downsize stress. What can we delegate? What can we improve the process of? What can we switch up for the better? IDENTIFY - REDUCE - RESTRUCTURE - and then...

Sometimes, it's not about what we have to do, it's about how we have to do it. What can we restructure to make it less stressful? What can we reframe to make it more enjoyable or less intense? RESOURCES: https://www.verywellmind.com/chronic-stress-3145104 WATCH: www.youtube.com/juliemerica GET A MONTHLY NOTE FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com BUY SOME MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/m...

Recovery starts with a foundation of acceptance of where you are, where you've been, and where you'd like to go. I have faith in you, but be kind with yourself in the process. You got this, cutie. RESOURCES: https://www.verywellmind.com/chronic-stress-3145104 WATCH: www.youtube.com/juliemerica GET A MONTHLY NOTE FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com BUY SOME MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stor...

Escaping the cycles of chronic stress... well... sucks. I often want to reach for things that further disconnect me, when in reality, the way out is through connecting more intentionally and deliberately with my current self in what is affecting me, how it's affecting me, and what I NEED, instead of want. If you're in survival mode, currently. I am with you. You got this, cutie. RESOURCES: https:/...

We're all under a TON of stress, and the best way to minimize it's affects is to pay attention to where it's coming from. Identify the source instead of tirelessly treating the symptoms. Four (main) categories of stress sources are: Emotional, environmental, relationships, + work related. RESOURCES: https://www.verywellmind.com/chronic-stress-3145104 WATCH: www.youtube.com/juliemerica GET A MONTHL...

Feelin' jumpy? foggy? on edge? reactive? disconnected? impulsive? exhausted? maybe you're in survival mode. RESOURCE : https://cgrc.org/blog/trauma-and-the-brain-signs-you-might-be-in-survival-mode/ WATCH: www.youtube.com/juliemerica GET A MONTHLY NOTE FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com BUY SOME MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/make-your-damn-bed-podcast?ref_id=27657 TUNE IN ON INSTAGR...

I recently received a message from a listener saying they love the podcast but have been struggling to implement some of the stuff I suggest because they’ve been stuck in survival mode and can’t seem to get out of it, so they suggested I do an episode on how to get out of survival mode. As a person who is very experienced in this department, because I’ve been in and out of my own version of surviv...

been binging a lot of content as a way to disconnect and regroup, and Abbott elementary is the first show I've watched in years that has scratched the ITCH I have had for quality television with quality growth/characters/meaning/jokes. It's wholesome, it's funny, it's real. I love it. Don't watch it if you don't watch TV but if you've been looking for that right thing!? This may be your winner. WA...

Shout out to the kiddos who worked so hard on this powerful project! Check it out yourself (listen and/or donate): www.peptoc.net or call: +1 707-873-7862 WATCH: www.youtube.com/juliemerica GET A MONTHLY NOTE FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com BUY SOME MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/make-your-damn-bed-podcast?ref_id=27657 TUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONTENT: www.instagram.com/mydbp...

We're all on the struggle bus, so have some empathy, some mercy, and some grace with others, especially if they're a little "behind" ya. As Robert Anton Wilson says : “under the present brutal and primitive conditions on this planet, every person you meet should be regarded as one of the walking wounded. we have never seen a man or woman not slightly deranged by either anxiety or grief. we have ne...

I'm baaaaack (+ I'm really sorry) but I come bearing goodies (for your ears + brain)!!! WATCH: www.youtube.com/juliemerica GET A MONTHLY NOTE FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com BUY SOME MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/make-your-damn-bed-podcast?ref_id=27657 TUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONTENT: www.instagram.com/mydbpodcast OR BE A REAL GEM + TUNE IN ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/MYDBp...

we're bringing back the salon. here's a lil guide to how to act at one, without feelin' weird about it. RESOURCE : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salon_(gathering) https://www.artofsalons.org/howtohost WATCH: www.youtube.com/juliemerica GET A MONTHLY NOTE FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com BUY SOME MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/make-your-damn-bed-podcast?ref_id=27657 TUNE IN ON INSTA...

we're bringing back the salon. here's a lil guide to get started. RESOURCE : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salon_(gathering) https://www.artofsalons.org/howtohost WATCH: www.youtube.com/juliemerica GET A MONTHLY NOTE FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com BUY SOME MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/make-your-damn-bed-podcast?ref_id=27657 TUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONTENT: www.instagram.c...

According to wiki, A  salon  is a gathering of people held by an inspiring host. During the gathering they amuse one another and increase their knowledge through conversation. These gatherings often consciously followed  Horace 's definition of the aims of  poetry , "either to please or to educate" (Latin:  aut delectare aut prodesse ). RESOURCE : https://en.wikipedia.org/...

(PART 2) What I’ve noticed, is my ability to get stuck in the effort stage of a process - to the point where I can no longer see the process clearly, which leads to inaction. I am so hung up on the idea of struggle, that I struggle to get beyond the idea part.  The best way to avoid this is to eliminate extraneous decision making. Limit your daily choices INTENTIONALLY. Where can you del...

What I’ve noticed, is my ability to get stuck in the effort stage of a process - to the point where I can no longer see the process clearly, which leads to inaction. I am so hung up on the idea of struggle, that I struggle to get beyond the idea part.  The best way to avoid this is to eliminate extraneous decision making. Limit your daily choices INTENTIONALLY. Where can you delegate, au...

Figure we can all use a lil good news every once in a while, why not some from 2019? ORIGINAL ARTICLES: https://iheartdogs.com/heres-how-the-netherlands-has-become-the-first-country-with-no-stray-dogs/ and https://mymodernmet.com/utrecht-bus-stop-bee-ecosystem/ WATCH: www.youtube.com/juliemerica GET A MONTHLY NOTE FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com BUY SOME MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/st...

My relationship with sleep has been... complicated. But lately, I have to come to terms with some major changes. 1. No more snooze button. 2. Establish some routines?! 3. Avoid shame spirals by remembering bears exist. RESOURCES : https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/serial-snoozer-heres-why-oversleeping-is-hurting-your-health/ WATCH: www.youtube.com/juliemerica GET A MONTHLY NOTE FROM ME: www.makeyo...

27. Get comfortable in silence. Learn when it’s time to mind your business and when it’s time to speak your mind. You’re allowed to take up space but you’re also allowed to sit back and cease to be perceived.   28. Every single human just wants to feel seen, valued, and loved. Be kind. Be open. Focus on the little moments with people + really listen. That said. Not all people deserves all acc...

More lessons that took me forever to learn but really made a difference for my mental health: 22. Action is the remedy. The key to getting over cycles of worry and rumination and overthinking and fear is to focus on the next best step. Align with what you value most and start small. Consistency > perfection. Failure is part of the process and the best way to get over a fuck up is to focus our a...

my take on valentines day varies from not giving a flying fuck to being charmed by the idea but most often disappointed in the presentation - that said, knowing YOU are my valentine this year!? Makes all the difference in the universe. You mean more to me than words could ever express but tune into this episode to listen to me try. WATCH: www.youtube.com/juliemerica GET A MONTHLY NOTE FROM ME: www...