Consciously Blooming with Natalie Green

Send a text We have all felt the effects of shame, whether it be when we are kids and we hurt our sibling or as a adults in any of the many possible ways we can bring shame into our lives. The important factor that we keep in mind with shame, is that we can't let it define who we are.  In this week's episode, we delve into the topic of shame, how it manifests itself, the effects it can h...

Send a text Have the opinions of others ever kept you from wearing what you want to wear, doing something that you want to do, or just downright keep you from being yourself? It can be hard to keep the opinions of others from impacting us, but that certainly doesn't mean we shouldn't try.  In this week's episode, I go over ways to keep the thoughts and judgments of others from preve...

Send a text Following up on last week's episode, this week I am sharing part 2 of the different impactful lessons I learned from Jen Sincero's book, You are a Badass. The two main lessons I focus on are decision making and engaging with the Universe. If you haven't given last week's episode a listen, I recommend you check that one out first! Here is a link to the book incase yo...

Send a text You have probably seen the eye catching title, "You Are A Badass" on the book shelves. I decided to give this self-improvment book a read, and found it very impactful! It is an easy read with very insightful thoughts, despite what the name might make you think. I complied the ideas that were most impactful in my view, and wanted to share those along with some of my own though...

Send a text From a young age, society, our families, and our relationships with ourselves, have all impacted both the emotions we feel and how we express them. In this week's episode, I wanted to clarify on two seemingly contradictory concepts that I mention quite often on the podcast; that we need to practice truly feeling our emotions, but we must also not allow them to hijack our minds. Th...

Send a text Are you familiar with the term Cognitive Dissonance? Many people are not, but it is a feeling we experience, to varying degrees, almost everyday. In this week's episode, we explore the concept of cognitive dissonance, how it presents itself, unhelpful ways we often deal with it, and I provide you with some mindful ways to handle these uncomfortable emotions.  I also want to make s...

Send a text It might seem easier to ignore the emotions that arise when we face difficult and trying situations in our lives, as they cause pain and sadness; two emotions that no one like to feel. In reality, pushing away these emotions or not accepting reality, only prolongs our suffering.  Are you familiar with the concept of Radical Acceptance? In this week's episode, we explore the concep...

Send a text Uncertainty and ambiguity are not often looked upon with fondness. As humans, we crave clarity and certainty so that we can base our choices and emotions off of facts, but this is not how the world works. We face uncertainty frequently, and it is a source of great anxiety for many people. Did you know that the feelings that often accompany uncertainty can be more painful that the outco...

Send a text I know that everyday is different and many things impact our schedule, but there are so many benefits to implementing a morning & night routine in our lives; routines aren't just for kids! From saving you mental energy to helping you be more productive, the list goes on and on for the benefits of adding order to your daily life where you can. In this week's episode, I tou...

Send a text Following up on last week's episode, this week we are diving deeper into the concept of emotional intelligence. Please see the two test I have recommended below for finding out you EQ, so that you can know where your starting point in this journey is.  After determining where you lie on the EQ scale, I will give you some ways to raise your EQ to benefit your relationship with your...

Send a text We are all familiar with the concept of a person's IQ, a person's reasoning ability, but have you ever heard of an EQ? Our EQ/EI, emotional intelligence, unlike our IQ, can be greatly improved with some conscious effort.  This week's episode is part 1 of a two part series dedicated to the concept of EQ and how we can increase our own emotional intelligence. I kick off th...

Send a text We are faced with making decision each an everyday, whether they be big, like deciding what car to buy, or small, like what we should eat for breakfast. What you may not realize, is that making all of the hundreds of decisions we make each day, takes a toll on our ability to make good decisions! Likewise, the struggle of being indecisive heightens this fatigue of decision making.  In t...

Send a text Did you know that " No. " is a full sentence? We are often taught to believe that saying, "yes" is the best way to lead a happy and healthy life. In reality, by saying "no" we are better able to protect our peace and set boundaries.  In this weeks episode, I discuss why we need to be more comfortable saying "no" and while it may bring about some...

Send a text You may have heard athletes or coaches refer to mental strength or toughness. Well, mental toughness is a quality that is important both on and off the field, even in our daily lives!  In this weeks episode, I explain the concept of mental toughness and how it directly impact the way we respond to adversity and challenges.  If you are someone who struggles dealing with change or wants...

Send a text One very real aspect of being human is experiencing stress. We have learned to handle it from a very young age, and it is something we will experience for our entire lives.  Did you know, however, that there are 2 different kinds of stress? Eustress and distress are the two types of stress that we experience each day, and it is important to know the differences, which is exactly what w...

Send a text We have all heard the saying, "you are only as old as you feel," and this is something that I truly believe! By maintaining a childlike mind, we are better able to be present and appreciative of the moments in our lives, both big and small.  In this weeks episode, we explore more of the benefits of keeping a childlike mind, and a few tips on how to do that in your everyday li...

Send a text We spend so much time and effort planning and thinking about the trips and activities we want to do; the high points of our life. In reality, these events make up so little of the time we have. We spend a majority of our time living our average, mundane, day-to-day, lives, and there is nothing wrong with that. The problem lies with our unappreciation for the mundane.  In this weeks epi...

Send a text We experience or witness anger in some form or another each and everyday/. Whether it is dealing with the anger of others, or with our own anger, it can benefit everyone to better understand how to handle those tense situations.  It all begins with understanding why we experience anger, and it is likely not what you think! In this week's episode, we learn about anger and how to be...

Send a text Following up on last week's episode, this weeks eposide finishes up how you can better spring clean your life. All of mindfulness involves awareness, and Spring is a wonderful to time to be aware of and take account of our habits and traits that we might want to change.  Have you taken the time for some self-evaluation? This is a necessary step in keeping your goals and self-aware...

Send a text The time for Spring cleaning is upon us! Not only is cleaning our spaces a natural tendency during this season, it has many benefits to our mental health. A tidy space is a tidy mind!  This week's episode is the 1st half of Spring Cleaning for the Spirit and includes tips to get your space in its best shape so that you can be in your best mental state. Please don't forget to...

Send a text We all enjoy being around our friends and family, but we should enjoy our own company just as much. There needs to be a balance between these two ways we spend our time, as there are many benefits to being alone that we may not be aware of!  Take some time to be with yourself and listen to this week's episode to learn more about how being by yourself is beneficial to your overall...

Send a text We talk a LOT about being mindfully present, but you might have wondered how you can be present while also planning for the future you have always wanted.  These two trains of thought are not opposites! You can make plans to reach your goals while still appreciating the present moment each day, and it is much easier than you think.  Please don't forget to like and share if you enj...

Send a text Being vulnerable is not something many of us are naturally inclined to do, but despite what society might say, being vulnerable is a strength, not a weakness! In this week's episode I discuss why we often find it hard to be vulnerable, and also why it is worth taking the time to cultivate our ability to be vulnerable. It is something that benefits not only our relationship with ot...

Send a text We have all heard how important it is that we excercise our bodies, but have you heard about excersieing your brain? What you eat and do impacts your brain just as much as your body!  In todays episode, I give some inspiration on eating and activities to help keep your brain healthy, no matter your age.  Please don't forget to like and share if you enjoyed this week's topic!...

Send a text How often do you catch your inner critique giving you a hard time? More often than not, we are our own worst critic. It can be hard to switch this nagging, negative self talk, but it is so important to our overall health and well-being.  In this week's episode, I dive into the impacts of your negative self-talk on yourself and others, but also give you some tips that I have used o...