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138. You’re Perfect As You Are: Embracing the New Year with Self-Compassion & Harmony with Karena & Deseray
Manage episode 462493423 series 3308784
Welcome to 2025: New you, old you, but always improving! I’m kicking off the year with my right-hand woman, Deseray Cummings, from the stunning shores of Punta de Mita, Mexico. Together, we share our takes on New Year pressure —breaking down why resolutions can sometimes backfire and how to shift the focus to sustainable habits that truly nourish your body and mind. Spoiler: it’s not about 75-day challenges or burning yourself out!
Deseray and I also answer your community questions about setting boundaries, practicing self-kindness, and finding balance in a world that demands “all or nothing.” From prioritizing sleep to embracing the messy ups and downs of life (hello, hormones!), we’re serving up real talk and practical advice to help you feel your best. Plus, we’re sharing a sneak peek at exciting new updates for the Tone It Up app and how to win a dreamy wellness retreat. Let go of the pressure, and start your year with grace and intention—you’ve got this!
(00:00:00) Introductions
(00:00:50) Ditching Perfection for Sustainable Growth
(00:09:32) How to Improve Your Sleep Habits & Set Better Boundaries
(00:16:51) 2025 Motto: Be Kind
Click here for full show notes
Guest Info:
• Instagram: @_deseray
Resources:
• Start a conversation in your The Big Silence merch: thebigsilence.com/collections/shop-all
• Read: The Big Silence: A Daughter's Memoir of Mental Illness and Healing
• Follow Karena Dawn on Instagram: @karenadawn
• Follow The Big Silence on Instagram: @The.Big.Silence
• Subscribe: The Big Silence YouTube Channel
• Therapy For All: Resources for those in need
• Thank you to our partners! Go to thebigsilence.com/partners for special offers for our listeners
Donate to The Big Silence thebigsilence.com/donate to be a part of the movement to break the silence and make noise with us!
“The Big Silence” theme song written and performed by James Nicholas Kinney.
Producer, Bobby Goldstein.
The Big Silence is produced by Crate Media.
Mentioned in this episode:
Timeline Longevity | Timeline is offering 10% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to timeline.com/TBS.
Act + Acre | Visit ActandAcre.com and take the quiz on their website to see what hair & scalp system is right for you. Use code TBS20 for 20% off your purchase.
148 episodes
Manage episode 462493423 series 3308784
Welcome to 2025: New you, old you, but always improving! I’m kicking off the year with my right-hand woman, Deseray Cummings, from the stunning shores of Punta de Mita, Mexico. Together, we share our takes on New Year pressure —breaking down why resolutions can sometimes backfire and how to shift the focus to sustainable habits that truly nourish your body and mind. Spoiler: it’s not about 75-day challenges or burning yourself out!
Deseray and I also answer your community questions about setting boundaries, practicing self-kindness, and finding balance in a world that demands “all or nothing.” From prioritizing sleep to embracing the messy ups and downs of life (hello, hormones!), we’re serving up real talk and practical advice to help you feel your best. Plus, we’re sharing a sneak peek at exciting new updates for the Tone It Up app and how to win a dreamy wellness retreat. Let go of the pressure, and start your year with grace and intention—you’ve got this!
(00:00:00) Introductions
(00:00:50) Ditching Perfection for Sustainable Growth
(00:09:32) How to Improve Your Sleep Habits & Set Better Boundaries
(00:16:51) 2025 Motto: Be Kind
Click here for full show notes
Guest Info:
• Instagram: @_deseray
Resources:
• Start a conversation in your The Big Silence merch: thebigsilence.com/collections/shop-all
• Read: The Big Silence: A Daughter's Memoir of Mental Illness and Healing
• Follow Karena Dawn on Instagram: @karenadawn
• Follow The Big Silence on Instagram: @The.Big.Silence
• Subscribe: The Big Silence YouTube Channel
• Therapy For All: Resources for those in need
• Thank you to our partners! Go to thebigsilence.com/partners for special offers for our listeners
Donate to The Big Silence thebigsilence.com/donate to be a part of the movement to break the silence and make noise with us!
“The Big Silence” theme song written and performed by James Nicholas Kinney.
Producer, Bobby Goldstein.
The Big Silence is produced by Crate Media.
Mentioned in this episode:
Timeline Longevity | Timeline is offering 10% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to timeline.com/TBS.
Act + Acre | Visit ActandAcre.com and take the quiz on their website to see what hair & scalp system is right for you. Use code TBS20 for 20% off your purchase.
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