Is it me or is it them? the podcast with April Boyd April Starr Boyd

Have you ever found yourself hesitantly mumbling 'yes' when every fiber of your being was screaming 'no'? Welcome to the club. I'm April Boyd, and in our latest episode, we navigate the tricky waters of upholding our own boundaries without compromising the commitments and relationships we cherish.  I'm sharing how to distinguish between when you're saying yes because people pleasing and when it's truly the right thing to do, even if it's something you don't really want to do.  This episode is not just about preserving our sanity, but about living with integrity. 
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This show is not a replacement for therapy, assessment, treatment or diagnosis. This show is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. See your physician, counsellor or local crisis support centre if needed


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Today,  we pull back the layer of an over-scheduled life to see what is really going on with that part of us that can't slow down, can't relax and has somehow managed to turn even "self-care" into something to excel at. 

Listen in to hear about:

* why you turn even the things that are enjoyable into a chore
* what it looks like when you are in the energy of anxiety and control
* how to create a life that doesn't just look good, but actually feels good
* finding a better balance between obligation and flow



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Please note:
This show is not a replacement for therapy, assessment, treatment or diagnosis. This show is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. See your physician, counsellor or local crisis support centre if needed


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Why are so many women downplaying their brilliance, their skills and procrastinating on their big dreams?

Imposter syndrome is a word that gets thrown around a lot in the personal development world and while there are times when I'm speaking to to someone who is truly doubting and disconnecting from their capabilities, often what I see is a women who knowns deep down that she's really great at what she does- but is hiding anyway.

So in today's episode we're unpacking fear of claiming our talents, gifts and desires so we can be more of who we really are and feel more free to go after the things we really want. 


 the difference between imposter syndrome and just plain old fearhow to train your brain to feel more confident & capablewhy you need to celebrate your successeshow to get more free to be yourself and go after your dreamsHave a topic or question you'd love to hear about?
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Ever avoid doing something you really want to do because you're worried you're going to be judged or feel like you're not good enough?

Like maybe you want to start going to the gym but you're afraid people will look at you like you don't belong there...

Or maybe there's a dream you've always wanted to go after but you're embarrassed to tell your friends...

Or maybe you've been showing up and making things happen but still find yourself feeling like you don't measure up to everyone else at the table...

Comparison and judgment are really normal human thought patterns, but when we let our insecurities and worries run wild, we can end up living a life that feels safe to our nervous system, but really frustrating and unfulfilling for our hearts.

In today's episode I'm sharing:


 the one realization you need to hear to start taking actionwhat showing up at the gym with my muffin top showed me about competitionhow you can move from comparison and competition mean girl energy to big alpha female energy- kind, ambitious, caring, and powerful




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Ever catch yourself doubting your instincts or second guessing your decisions?  
Ever feel like you've outgrown a relationship or situation but you stick around anyway?
Ever feel like you know in your gut that something's not good for you but you keep toughening it out anyway?

In today's episode I'm breaking down what the real issue is that makes it hard to trust yourself and that stops you from taking action, even when you know that something isn't the right match for you.

Many of us have been conditioned to "make do" and "make it work", causing us to stay in situations and relationships that are no longer good for us or are not what we hoped they would be.  And  while there may be very real times in our lives when we really do need to just toughen it out, push through or stay put for the time being for a variety of reasons, many of us have adopted the idea of settling as a way of life. 

So press play and get a deeper understanding of why you stay in the places that aren't right for you and consider this invitation to raise your standards and allow more joy and goodness into your life.


Have a topic or question you'd love to hear about?
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email april@lovelossproject.com
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Please note:
This show is not a replacement for therapy, assessment, treatment or diagnosis. This show is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. See your physician, counsellor or local crisis support centre if needed


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Today we have a special guest!  And I got to tell you, I have never laughed so much while talking about really hard topics.   

Tuck Cornelius is a comedian, artist, poet, filmmaker and trans rights advocate who bends steel and breaks stereotypes.  He's joining us today for a conversation about defying social expectations, surviving traumatic things and having the audacity to be yourself even when the costs are high.

In this episode Tucks tells us about his experiences with domestic abuse, suicide and violence as he unfolds his powerful story of survival, tenacity, love and connection.

He is a breathe of fresh air and a trailblazer in the field of authenticity and courage.  I'm sure you will enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

And as mentioned, we get into potentially triggering and activating topics, so get yourself some extra support from the resources below. 
You matter. You belong here.  You have the right to feel safe. 


Connect with Tuck and thank him for his courage and openness on instagram here.

SUPPORTS & RESOURCES:

United States:

Trevorproject text 678-678
Translifeline Call 877-565-8860
Crisis Textline: Text home to 741741

The National Domestic Violence Hotline (200 languages): 1-800-799-7233 or 1-800-787-3224 (TTY). Advocacy information and safety planning. Email (English) and chat (English and Spanish) are also available.

Forge Forward: Support for trans people & trans victims of violence. 
Crisis Services Canada:  Established in 2002, Crisis Services Canada is a nonprofit national network of existing distress, crisis, and suicide prevention line services that assist populations across Canada.
Have a topic or question you'd love to hear about?
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