The Nature of Not Giving Up Alana Marie

Does motivation come before action? Do you wait until you *feel ready* to do something? Let's talk about it.

Let's talk about channelling your emotions and using them as fuel to propel you towards your goals. This is a little technique I have relied on throughout my entire life and has been very beneficial in getting me from point A to point B. We'll discuss how you can do this in a healthy, sustainable way (because ahem balance is everything).

An impromptu discussion of something my therapist asked me waybackwhen which still holds importance for me to this day.

You are not alone and if you're suffering at the moment, please reach out for help. You are worth it! Keep on fighting.

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Canada Suicide Prevention Service: 1-833-456-4566 (24/7) or text 45645 (4 pm to 12 am ET)
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Trans Lifeline: 1-877-330-6366
Wellness Together Canada: 1-866-585-0445 (Adults) or 1-888-668-6810 (Youth)
Kid's Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free) or text CONNECT to 686868

If you are outside of Canada, please reach out to your area's available helplines/links and stay strong.

Striking a healthy balance between motivation and stillness can be tricky but it is oh so important. In this episode, we're going to talk about the relationship between these two extremes. I'll leave you with five questions you can ask yourself to determine where you are on the stillness-motivation spectrum.

Welcome to the first episode of The Nature of Not Giving Up! In this episode I'll share a few quick tidbits on me, the podcast, and the importance of vulnerability.