Unapologetically Girl

Megan and Ariana
  • 5.0 (4)
  • Self-Improvement
  • Updated Bimonthly

We started this podcast as a way to talk about specific mental health challenges and healthy coping strategies to help women lead their most successful lives. We are passionate about building a community of open-mindedness and self-improvement. Please follow our Podcast bimonthly for more updates.

Episodes

  1. 01/17/2024

    10. Self Compassion

    In today's episode we discuss self-compassion and the impact it can have on everyday life and mental health. Listen along as we dive into the topic, share our experiences with practicing self-compassion, and how to incorporate it into daily life. The book mentioned in this episode is Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself by Dr. Kristen Neff

  2. 03/08/2023

    9. Impostor Syndrome

    Do you frequently experience feelings of self doubt even though your education, experience and accomplishments say otherwise? If so, you might be experiencing Impostor Syndrome. In today's episode we'll be discussing what this is and what you can do about it! Clance IP Scale https://www.paulineroseclance.com/pdf/IPTestandscoring.pdf VIA Character Test https://www.viacharacter.org/ Sources: https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/imposter-syndrome Unlocking Your Authentic Self: Overcoming impostor syndrome, enhancing self-confidence, and banishing self-doubt by Jennifer Hunt

  3. 02/08/2023

    8. Growth Mindset

    In today's episode we'll be discussing growth mindset. What it is, how it effects our daily lives, and ways to develop a growth mindset! The sources we used to research for this episode are listed below. Sources: https://www.mindsetworks.com/science/ https://hbr.org/2016/01/what-having-a-growth-mindset-actually-means https://fs.blog/carol-dweck-mindset/ https://www.wgu.edu/blog/what-is-growth-mindset-8-steps-develop-one1904.html#close https://www.intelligentchange.com/blogs/read/what-is-growth-mindset-and-how-to-achieve-it

  4. 01/25/2023

    7. What Is Creativity? Big Magic Book Review

    In today's episode we are reviewing the book Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert. This book focuses on creative living beyond fear and the relationship we have with inspiration. Listen along to hear more about this book and why we love it so much!

  5. 01/12/2023

    6. Seasonal Affective Disorder

    In today's episode we'll be talking about Seasonal Affective Disorder. We'll go over what it is, our experience with it, and also talk about tips for building yourself back up. We'll also be discussing a book in our next episode so be sure to listen to the end to hear more information about what to expect in our upcoming episode. Sources: Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20364651

  6. 10/12/2022

    5. Setting Goals

    In today's episode we discuss the importance of setting goals, how to get out of a slump, and share lots of helpful tips and journal exercises. Sources for this episodes research: Goal Theory-SMART, Locke’s goal setting - https://positivepsychology.com/goal-setting-theory/ The Importance, Benefits, and Value of Goal Setting - https://positivepsychology.com/benefits-goal-setting/

  7. 08/18/2022

    4. Self Care

    In today's episode we'll be talking about the importance of self care in your every day life and also getting specific in how we define self care. Sources Intro Reading written by Brianna Wiest What Is Self Care: https://thriveworks.com/help-with/self-care/what-is-self-care/

  8. 04/29/2022

    3. Healthy Mind Platter

    The Healthy Mind Platter is seven daily activities that can contribute to a healthy mind. This study was first introduced by Dr. Daniel J. Siegel. Today we’ll be talking about the Healthy Mind Platter and our experiences after practicing these daily activities.  Sources Healthy Mind Platter: https://drdansiegel.com/healthy-mind-platter/

  9. 03/25/2022

    2. Cognitive Load

    Cognitive Load is a theory based on human development of the working memory and the effects of novel stimuli in conjunction with average stimuli. An overload effect takes place when novel stimuli is presented. Today we’ll be discussing this theory and in particular how it relates to women. Thank you for listening! Sources The effects of COVID-19 continuous traumatic stressors on mental health and cognitive functioning: A case example from Turkey https://doi.org/10.1007/s12144-021-01743-2 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8057920/ Cognitive Load Theory: 3 Ways to Avoid Cognitive Overload https://www.masterclass.com/articles/ways-to-avoid-cognitive-overload Heads up, here’s how to deal with cognitive overload at work https://www.welcometothejungle.com/en/articles/cognitive-overload-at-work

  10. 02/02/2022

    1. Social Media

    A whistleblower uncovers the truth about Facebook and the effect on young girls. Research backs up findings that uncover the mental health challenges that social media use encourages. What we do to prevent ourselves from becoming subject to these challenges include five main tips. Thank you for listening. Sources Facebook whistleblower testifies company 'is operating in the shadows, hiding its research from public scrutiny' https://www.cnn.com/2021/10/05/tech/facebook-whistleblower-testify/index.html Here are 4 key points from the Facebook whistleblower's testimony on Capitol Hill 4 takeaways from Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen's testimony : NPR The Effects of Social Media on Mental Health https://lancastergeneralhealth.org/health-hub-home/2021/september/the-effects-of-social-media-on-mental-health  Does Social Media Use Cause Depression? Does Social Media Use Cause Depression? - Child Mind Institute

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About

We started this podcast as a way to talk about specific mental health challenges and healthy coping strategies to help women lead their most successful lives. We are passionate about building a community of open-mindedness and self-improvement. Please follow our Podcast bimonthly for more updates.

Information

  • Creator
    Megan and Ariana
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 Unapologetically Girl
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