Authentic Self with Briana Cynthia

There comes a point where looking back stops helping you move forward. In this episode of The Authentic Self Podcast , I'm reflecting on the lessons, challenges, and unexpected blessings that shaped me over the past year. From becoming a mother to learning how to protect my peace, embrace change, and let go of what no longer serves me, this conversation is about honoring the past without allowing...

In this episode, Briana Cynthia shares her personal experience of being hospitalized and the challenges she faced during that time. She discusses how having faith was crucial to her healing process and helped her maintain a positive mindset. Briana emphasizes the importance of trusting in a greater plan, even when things feel uncertain, and how faith can provide strength and comfort in difficult m...

In this insightful episode, discover effective strategies for coping with stress and burnout, essential for maintaining self-care and overall well-being. From practical tips to mindful practices, we'll explore actionable steps to help you navigate and alleviate the pressures of daily life. Join me on a journey towards greater resilience and a healthier, balanced lifestyle. Your mental health m...

Join me, Briana, as we dive into the topic of forgiveness. Through my own experiences and insight, I shared the journey of forgiveness, the purpose of forgiveness, and the feeling it brings when you forgive. On this episode, you’ll discover: • Practical tips on how to embark on your own forgiveness journey. • Real examples of the strength that comes from forgiving others and oneself. • The impact...

I label toxic thoughts as false beliefs that can impact your life, your decisions, relationships and much more. Some examples are personal failure, justifying bad or toxic behavior, being hopeless about your future, doubting yourself telling yourself you can’t do something, worrying about things outside of your control, self sabotaging in every aspect. How would you define toxic thoughts? Come joi...

You've been living inside of your comfort zone for too long. It's nothing in this world that can't be done, if you want it you can do it. Stepping outside of your comfort zone opens up new opportunities especially in your 20's and different resources for you to go after towards your growth zone. Join me in this episode as I embrace stepping outside of your comfort zone, and as I talk about differe...

Trust that you'll come from a healed place. Start to put more energy into yourself. Let's heal together. Recommended Books Mentioned: Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear Get Your Sh*t Together: How to Stop Worrying About What You Should Do So You Can Finish What You Need to Do and Start Doing What You Want to Do (A No F*cks Given...

You've reached the last episode of Season 1. Thank you for the support. Thank you for being apart of my journey. Thank you for being you and feeling like my podcast is helping you in every aspect. This podcast has been empowering for me as well as a learning experience for the BOTH of us. This is my way of creating meanings in the world, I hope you find your way as well. All support over here....

Hi! We're almost at the end of SEASON 1. I am glad to see you got this far. Today we will be discussing my therapy experience and What I have learned in therapy regarding Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Thoughts and Feelings!

"This is my safe space to speak freely and talk how I talk in real life without being judged". OR "It might feel selfish when you start to feel like your being authentic but you’re really doing it for yourself and no one else". Either way, Tune into this weeks episode as we discuss being authentic and what it means or looks like.  Please rate, leave a review, share and subscribe to Authentic Self...

What does protecting your peace looks like for you? Tune into this week to discover why protecting your peace, setting boundaries and knowing your self is important. On this week's episode I am sharing ways I protect my peace from personal experiences. Listen to Episode 1: Finding Your Self and Episode 4: Boundaries from Authentic Self Podcast to understand the correlation they both have with this...

Trauma Anniversary is an individual response to an unresolved grief resulting from a loss or trauma. Trauma survivors usually has unsettled feelings/thoughts/memories that occur on the anniversary of the traumatic experience.  Briana was robbed at gunpoint in Manayunk (Philadelphia area), PA in 2021 the day after her college graduation which was also Mothers Day. This episode is a raw convers...

In this week's episode, Briana sits down with a special guest, Brian, to discuss dating in this generation with a series of questions. Let's dive into many obstacles people in this generation face such as going on dates, sacrificing or sharing, chivalry, and much more. Brian (@br0bb) is a criminology alumni from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and a business owner. Tune in with us on the Authen...

Boundaries are great for growth and protecting your peace. Briana discusses how she practices setting personal and professional boundaries, what boundaries are, how it can affect you, examples of boundary responses to invitations. How do you set boundaries? Are boundaries necessary for ourselves and others? Let's discuss it.  Follow on Instagram: @bricynbr @authenticselfpodcast

This episode we will be discussing depression. SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357). National suicide prevention line (800-273-8255). Resources mentioned: Mayoclinic.com Tune in with me on the Authentic Self Podcast.

In this episode, Briana sits down with 6 special guest to discuss dating in this generation. Let's dive into many obstacles we face when it comes to dating such as unclear intentions, lack of communication, lack of commitment and much more. Jay (@jay_h_2) is a business owner of a taxi and chauffeur business called "Complete Privacy" offering services in the surrounding tai-state area.  Quan (...

Life is about finding yourself, creating yourself and becoming THAT person. This week we're discussing the importance of self-awareness, ways to identify if you're self aware or if others around you are self aware, and how to apply self awareness to your everyday life with explanation from real life examples.

Welcome! Before we dive into topics and discussions, I (Briana, your host and founder) want you to learn a little bit more about me and Authethnic Self. Authentic Self is a podcast dedicating to create a safe space. Tune in to discuss my personal experiences and conversations about self improvement, self care, boundaries, traumatic experience and so much more. Send in suggestions. Thanks for liste...