Self-Care*ish AF!® The Podcast

This episode is about change, because you cannot talk about self-care, self-respect, or self-preservation without it. Change is the work. It's the messy middle. And the fear of it is the biggest thing keeping women from getting back to themselves. Getting back to the you who existed before the unwritten rules. I walk you through all six stages of the change model I was trained on as a clinical soc...

Twenty-five years ago, I sat down in her chair in Charlotte, North Carolina. She did my hair. We fell out in the same church pew. She sold me my first dream home. She watched me launch my first business. And in the years we were not in direct contact, she was still in my corner, cheering from the porch. That is what a Feeder looks like. And she is my first guest this season. Louwana Ball is the fo...

Last episode I talked about the wires. This week we go into one of the most foundational ones: who you are letting into your life and what it is actually costing or feeding you. I am sharing the science behind why the people in your consistent circle are reshaping your brain whether you realize it or not, walking you through the Arthur Brooks research on friendship and happiness that I have been w...

I moved to Portugal because I wanted to. Full stop. No other reason required. And the fact that that sentence feels radical to some of you, that reaction is exactly what this podcast is about. I'm Desiree Rew, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Season 3 of Self-Care*ish AF! is about going underneath the surface version of self-care you've been sold. In this opener I'm catching up with longtime l...

Last episode, I asked you who benefits from your exhaustion. Today, we answer it. I'm Desiree Rew, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and in this episode, I'm naming the three systems and people that benefit directly, materially, and concretely from your depletion. The wellness industry is built on your spending. The workplace that extracts your best and promotes you last. And the person sitting in...

If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/desireerew/ for a discount on your first month of therapy. February has come and gone, but the power of self-love is year-round. In this episode, we dive into why self-love is the ultimate kryptonite to imposter syndrome, stress, and anything that stands between you and your best self. Recorded in February bu...

We’re back for Part 2, and it’s time to get real about taking your self-care to the next level. If shame has been running the show, we’re flipping the script. This episode is all about practical, no-nonsense ways to ditch the guilt, set boundaries, and finally put yourself on the priority list without apology. Ready to stop talking about self-care and start doing it? Click the link for the Self-Ca...

Have you ever felt guilty for taking time for yourself? Or have you caught yourself thinking needing self-care is wrong, means you are slipping, or is unnecessary? In this first part of a two-part series, we break down the shame game and set the stage for real, guilt-free self-care. We'll explore why shame has so much influence over when (or if) we prioritize ourselves. It’s time to call it out, s...

Welcome to Self-Care* ish AF!®, the podcast that shakes up everything you thought you knew about self-care! Whether you’re curious about how to take better care of yourself, feeling stuck in old routines, or just looking for new ways to recharge, this podcast is here to disrupt the traditional self-care conversation and invite you on a personal growth journey. ******** New here? Perfect! Every epi...

Welcome to Self-Care* ish AF!®, the podcast that shakes up everything you thought you knew about self-care! Whether you’re curious about how to take better care of yourself, feeling stuck in old routines, or just looking for new ways to recharge, this podcast is here to disrupt the traditional self-care conversation and invite you on a personal growth journey. ******** New here? Perfect! Every epi...

Welcome to Season Two of Self-Care* ish AF!®, the podcast that shakes up everything you thought you knew about self-care! Whether you’re curious about how to take better care of yourself, feeling stuck in old routines, or just looking for new ways to recharge, this podcast is here to disrupt the traditional self-care conversation and invite you on a personal growth journey. ******** New here? Perf...

Welcome to "Self-Care*ish AF! ® The Podcast where we delve deep into the world of self-care to disrupt the traditional conversation. As you listen to each episode, prepare to ignite your curiosity, broaden your knowledge, and embark on a journey of personal growth. Share your thoughts and questions! ********************************************************** Connect with me to stay updated on...

Welcome to "Self-Care*ish AF! ® The Podcast where we delve deep into the world of self-care to disrupt the traditional conversation. As you listen to each episode, prepare to ignite your curiosity, broaden your knowledge, and embark on a journey of personal growth. Share your thoughts and questions! ********************************************************** Connect with me to stay updated on...

Welcome to "Self-Care*ish AF! ® The Podcast where we delve deep into the world of self-care to disrupt the traditional conversation. As you listen to each episode, prepare to ignite your curiosity, broaden your knowledge, and embark on a journey of personal growth. Share your thoughts and questions! ********************************************************** Connect with me to stay updated on...

Welcome to "Self-Care*ish AF! ® The Podcast where we delve deep into the world of self-care to disrupt the traditional conversation. As you listen to each episode, prepare to ignite your curiosity, broaden your knowledge, and embark on a journey of personal growth. Share your thoughts and questions! ********************************************************** Connect with me to stay updated on...

Welcome to "Self-Care*ish AF! ® The Podcast where we delve deep into the world of self-care to disrupt the traditional conversation. As you listen to each episode, prepare to ignite your curiosity, broaden your knowledge, and embark on a journey of personal growth. Share your thoughts and questions! ********************************************************** Connect with me to stay updated on...

Welcome to "Self-Care*ish AF! ® The Podcast where we delve deep into the world of self-care to disrupt the traditional conversation. As you listen to each episode, prepare to ignite your curiosity, broaden your knowledge, and embark on a journey of personal growth. Share your thoughts and questions! ********************************************************** Connect with me to stay updated on...

Welcome to "Self-Care*ish AF! ® The Podcast where we delve deep into the world of self-care to disrupt the traditional conversation. As you listen to each episode, prepare to ignite your curiosity, broaden your knowledge, and embark on a journey of personal growth. Share your thoughts and questions! ********************************************************** Connect with me to stay updated on...

Welcome to "Self-Care*ish AF!® The Podcast where we delve deep into the world of self-care to disrupt the traditional conversation. As you listen to each episode, prepare to ignite your curiosity, broaden your knowledge, and embark on a journey of personal growth. Share your thoughts and questions! *************************************************Connect with me to stay updated on the latest...

Welcome to "Self-Care*ish AF! ® The Podcast where we delve deep into the world of self-care to disrupt the traditional conversation. As you listen to each episode, prepare to ignite your curiosity, broaden your knowledge, and embark on a journey of personal growth. Share your thoughts and questions! ********************************************************** Want to become a Self-Care Hero and...

Welcome to "Self-Care*ish AF! ® The Podcast where we delve deep into the world of self-care to disrupt the traditional conversation. As you listen to each episode, prepare to ignite your curiosity, broaden your knowledge, and embark on a journey of personal growth. Share your thoughts and questions! **********************************************************************************************...

Welcome to "Self-Care*ish AF! ® The Podcast where we delve deep into the world of self-care to disrupt the traditional conversation. As you listen to each episode, prepare to ignite your curiosity, broaden your knowledge, and embark on a journey of personal growth. Share your thoughts and questions! ******************************************************** Connect with me to stay updated on th...