Creative Self Care With Crystal McLain

Crystal McLain
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Creative Self Care With Crystal McLain

Join wellness facilitator, Crystal McLain, as she explores creative ways to care for the mind, body and mother-lovin' soul, so we can live healthy, empowered and fulfilling lives, individually and collectively. If you found any of this content helpful or inspiring, please share or rate this episode,  or become a supporter of this show for as little as $3 a month!To learn about personal support and communities, please visit: crystalmclaincreative.com

  1. Creating Peace, Power and Resilience in the Face of Fear and Uncertainty

    NOV 13

    Creating Peace, Power and Resilience in the Face of Fear and Uncertainty

    Unlock the secrets to mastering your mind's safety switches and harnessing your inner resilience. Join me, Crystal McLain, as we uncover how our brains and bodies react when we perceive threats, often tricking us into stress spirals even when danger is nowhere in sight. Together, we'll explore the unseen power of the amygdala and prefrontal cortex in shaping our responses, and discover why acknowledging our feelings is more than just therapy talk – it’s a path to holistic wellness. By steerin...

    16 min
  2. The Biggest Sleep Secret? Reclaim Your Right to Rest

    NOV 3

    The Biggest Sleep Secret? Reclaim Your Right to Rest

    Unlock the secret to rejuvenating your mind and body by understanding the crucial difference between rest and sleep. Imagine if you could harness rest not just as a pause in activity, but as a powerful tool to recharge your energy and support your overall well-being. In this compelling episode, I guide you through the transformative potential of rest, revealing how it goes beyond mere inactivity to become a harmonious alignment with your true needs.Get your Patreon perk HERESupport the showDi...

    11 min
  3. Stress & The Dark Side of Social Media - A Warning You Don't Want to Ignore

    OCT 11

    Stress & The Dark Side of Social Media - A Warning You Don't Want to Ignore

    Social media is totally amazing, but it may also be the thing that's keeping you stuck in life. Join me as we explore stress and the dark side of social media. Read and/or listenPatreon Bonus ContentBecome a PatronSupport the showDisclaimer

    6 min

  4. SEP 23

    How to Get Out of Your Own Way - Tips for Beating Functional Freeze

    Do the simplest tasks ever feel like monumental challenges? Join me as we dissect the phenomenon of functional freeze—a state where your brain's response to stress can leave you feeling disconnected and anxious. We'll delve into how your brain reacts to everyday stressors like work deadlines and social obligations, and manifests in physical symptoms and reactionary choices (or lack thereof). I'll also explain the roles of the autonomic nervous system and the amygdala, and how chronic stress o...

    12 min

  5. SEP 17

    Tired of feeling like sh*t?

    Want to start getting creative? Check out my course at Patreon for FREE!click here > LET'S GO!Support the showDisclaimer

    6 min
  6. Living a Life With Purpose

    JUL 26

    Living a Life With Purpose

    Have you ever felt disconnected from your actions, like you’re just going through the motions? Discover how aligning your actions with your true wants, needs, and values can transform your life. In this episode of Creative Self-Care, I share how understanding my reasons for my actions helped me find focus and resist distractions. You'll learn why attaching meaning to your daily activities creates a strong grounding, making decision-making simpler, even in tough situations.Join me as I invite ...

    4 min
  7. An Invitation to Empower Yourself During Uncertain Times

    JUL 23

    An Invitation to Empower Yourself During Uncertain Times

    Ever wondered why you're feeling so overwhelmed and disconnected lately? In this episode, I jump back into the podcasting world to unpack the reasons behind our collective stress and trauma, and more importantly, what we can do about it. I share essential insights into how our brains and bodies respond to prolonged stress and how this impacts our overall well-being. Join me as I break down the key components of my upcoming FREE self-guided course, to be released piece by piece, which will hel...

    7 min
  8. Why You Think You Suck At Self Care - And 6 Ways To Get Better At It

    MAY 2

    Why You Think You Suck At Self Care - And 6 Ways To Get Better At It

    Have you ever told yourself that you suck at self care? Or have you told yourself that it’s something that just isn’t accessible to you? If so, I’m so glad you’re here because I get to be the one to tell you that that is bullshit. Yup, so today I’m going prove to you that you’re actually pretty great at practicing self care. I’m also going let you in on the secret WHY you believe you're bad at it, and we're going to learn six simple things you can start doing RIGHT NOW, so you can start...

    21 min
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Join wellness facilitator, Crystal McLain, as she explores creative ways to care for the mind, body and mother-lovin' soul, so we can live healthy, empowered and fulfilling lives, individually and collectively. If you found any of this content helpful or inspiring, please share or rate this episode,  or become a supporter of this show for as little as $3 a month!To learn about personal support and communities, please visit: crystalmclaincreative.com

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