OkayThoughts Fikayo Kayode

Reflection can be a tool for learning and growth, but we often find ourselves thinking too far and dwelling unproductively on situations.

What are some signs that you've stopped reflecting and started overthinking? Negative self-talk is one of them. Listen to find out more about how to bring yourself back to productive reflection.

Hopefully, you can take insight from this episode and use it when you listen to the next OkayThoughts Reflection Session!

Tried identifying a joy per day?

Microjoys and glimmers have the power to improve your mood, nurture your mind, and keep you in your gratitude bag.

Listen to learn about why you should, and how you can incorporate more microjoys into your day. Really, into your life.

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In her essay, Uses of the Erotic - The Erotic As Power, Audre Lorde describes the erotic as "a resource within each of us that lies in a deeply female and spiritual plane, firmly rooted in the power of our unexpressed or unrecognized feeling."

This episode explores that concept and I explain the erotic as a conversation between our intuition, values, and our daily lives. Do these reflect one another? Is there a disconnect? If so, how do we reconnect and get to a place where we are living our fullest, most capable lives?

As we step into 2024, what areas of your life need introspection?

Listen for guidance.

Read the full essay here - https://www.centraleurasia.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/audre_lorde_cool-beans.pdf

What sets your soul on fire? What do you wanna feel more of? Life does not give us enough time to ponder these questions without prompt. So here’s your prompt with some guides on how to find answers to these questions and feed your soul with some actions.

Here’s a question for you to ponder this week - do the things that you do for fitness align with your values for yourself?

Coming of age(s). That is the central topic of this episode where Asha and I recount how we met and became roommates, and how our relationship has blossomed as we have experienced each other grow and change positively over the past year. Grab a pen and a notepad because this episode is full of wisdom!