Seven years of Raising Serotonin. Seven years of honest conversations, growing together, and reminding each other that we’re never alone. For this anniversary episode, I’m reflecting on what’s changed since I started this podcast in 2019, my priorities, my definition of success, and what it means to build a life that actually feels fulfilling. You’re checking the boxes, keeping up with your routines, and working toward your goals. But when you take a step back… does the life you’re building actually feel good to live? Between grad school, my counseling internship, full-time work, and life outside of those responsibilities, I’m learning that thriving looks different in every season. Doing everything on your checklist doesn’t always mean you’re giving yourself what you need. Today, we’re talking about the difference between being productive and feeling fulfilled, the pressure to do everything perfectly, and how to build a life that reflects what matters to YOU. In this episode, I share four tangible activities to help you reconnect with yourself: Do a life audit: Identify what you want more of and less of—and whether your everyday choices reflect that.Create an “I feel alive” list: Notice the moments that help you feel connected, curious, peaceful, or more like yourself.Build routines that leave room for real life: Explore how your habits can support you when your energy, schedule, and responsibilities change.Let your values guide one decision: Choose three values, then take one small action this week that reflects one of them.You don’t have to tackle all four at once. Start with the one that speaks to you. Your worth isn’t attached to your productivity, and you’re allowed to change how you care for yourself as your life evolves. A question to take with you: If nobody else could see your accomplishments, routines, body, or career, would you still be happy with the life you’re creating? Let’s keep the conversation going on Instagram @raisingserotonin. Tell me which activity you’re trying or what you’re realizing you want more of in your life. Whether you’ve been here since 2019 or you’re listening for the first time, thank you for being part of Raising Serotonin. This community started with the hope of helping people feel less alone, and seven years later, that purpose remains. We’re just getting warmed up. Support the show
