Thanks for listening. Truly. I can’t make any promises about why you should listen— I’m just here to speak when something wants to be spoken.

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I’m Dawn McMillan—artist, sometime-therapist, forever human. I direct, I curate, I wonder, I sometimes make audio things. You can find more at https://linktr.ee/dawnmcmillan.

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Summary : In this episode, Dawn McMillan discusses the shift from a focus on mental health to a deeper exploration of spiritual wellness. She argues that the current mental health crisis is actually a spiritual crisis, emphasizing the need for connection to oneself, others, and the universe. Dawn encourages listeners to embrace awakening and consciousness, advocating for love and self-acceptance as essential components of personal growth.

Takeaways

• The world has changed significantly in the last five years.
• Mental health discussions often focus on symptoms rather than root causes.
• We are experiencing a spiritual crisis rather than just a mental health crisis.
• Connection to ourselves and the universe is crucial for well-being.
• Psychology is important, but it should be combined with spiritual practices.
• Awakening involves awareness, consciousness, and enlightenment.
• Life is too short to self-censor and not speak your truth.
• Love is a fundamental aspect of personal growth and healing.
• You are worthy of a transcendent life.
• Take what resonates with you and leave the rest.

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Summary

In this episode, Dawn shares two helpful insights. The first is to make a decision and make the best of it, rather than getting stuck in indecision. The second is to let go of displeasure and not let it ruin our lives. She emphasizes that most of our emotional disturbances are self-created and come from displeasure. Dawn encourages listeners to accept what is and do the best they can with it, recognizing their own worth and uniqueness.

Please be sure to share this info with at least one other person. It lets them know that you were thinking of them, and that you wish them lasting wellbeing.

Want to work with me on YOUR mental health? You can! https://thedawnmcmillan.com/faq

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Keywords

#decisionmaking #mindfulness #indecision #displeasure #acceptance #self-worth #mentalwellness #mentalhealth #thementalwellnesswakeupshow #anxiety #depression #actasif #personaldevelopment #innerwork #creativity #play #joy #blackgirlmagic #blackownedbusiness #BIPOC #womenownedbusiness #publicspeaker #podcaster #stanfordalumni #NAUalumni #thedawnmcmillan

Summary

The podcast episode discusses the concept of friction and how it can hinder productivity and well-being. Friction refers to the internal and external obstacles that prevent us from taking action. The internal friction comes from our brain's preference for conserving energy, while external friction refers to the number of steps or obstacles between us and our desired outcome. The episode suggests strategies to overcome friction, such as setting timers, removing friction from desired activities, and adding friction to undesired activities. The host emphasizes the importance of giving ourselves grace and recognizing our worthiness.

Keywords

friction, productivity, well-being, obstacles, brain, energy, steps, strategies, grace, worthiness

Please be sure to share this info with at least one other person. It lets them know that you were thinking of them, and that you wish them lasting wellbeing.

Want to work with me on YOUR mental health? You can! https://thedawnmcmillan.com/faq

Where to give your 5 Star Review: Apple Podcasts ; Spotify

Engage with/Support the podcast here 😊

My top ten podcast award! https://blog.feedspot.com/mental_wellness_podcasts/

YWCA is on a mission to end racism and uplift women. Please give generously.

Follow Dawn McMillan:

Instagram: @thedawnmcmillan

Facebook: @thedawnmcmillan

Email: dawnmcmillaninfo@gmail.com

#mentalwellness #mentalhealth #thementalwellnesswakeupshow #anxiety #depression #actasif #personaldevelopment #innerwork #creativity #play #joy #blackgirlmagic #blackownedbusiness #BIPOC #womenownedbusiness #publicspeaker #podcaster #stanfordalumni #NAUalumni #thedawnmcmillan

In this episode, Dawn explores the idea of not needing to excel at everything and gives permission to be average or mediocre at some things. She discusses the pressure of our achievement-based culture and the conditioning that many of us have to be the best at everything. Dawn encourages listeners to focus on their zone of genius and strive for mastery in one or two areas, while allowing themselves to be average or even bad at other things. She emphasizes the importance of finding joy and freeing up energy by letting go of the need to excel in every aspect of life.

Keywords

achievement culture, excellence, mediocrity, zone of genius, mastery, permission, joy

I am so grateful you shared time with me!

Please be sure to share this info with at least one other person. It lets them know that you were thinking of them, and that you wish them lasting wellbeing.

Want to work with me on YOUR mental health? You can! https://thedawnmcmillan.com/faq

Where to give your 5 Star Review: Apple Podcasts ; Spotify

Engage with/Support the podcast here 😊

My top ten podcast award! https://blog.feedspot.com/mental_wellness_podcasts/

YWCA is on a mission to end racism and uplift women. Please give generously.

Follow Dawn McMillan:

Instagram: @thedawnmcmillan

Facebook: @thedawnmcmillan

Email: dawnmcmillaninfo@gmail.com

#mentalwellness #mentalhealth #thementalwellnesswakeupshow #anxiety #depression #personaldevelopment #creativity #play #joy #blackgirlmagic #blackownedbusiness #BIPOC #womenownedbusiness #publicspeaker #podcaster #stanfordalumni #NAUalumni #thedawnmcmillan

Summary

In this episode, Dawn discusses how emotions are contagious and how we can be influenced by the emotions of others. She emphasizes the importance of asking ourselves if the emotions we are experiencing belong to us or if we have caught them from someone else. Dawn also explores the connection between our beliefs and our bodily sensations, and how we can choose to shift our attention to better feeling thoughts. She shares techniques for relaxing the body to provide emotional relief and encourages listeners to make decisions from a place of relaxation and openness.

Please be sure to share this info with at least one other person. It lets them know that you were thinking of them, and that you wish them lasting wellbeing.

Want to work with me on YOUR mental health? You can! https://thedawnmcmillan.com/faq

Where to give your 5 Star Review: Apple Podcasts ; Spotify

Engage with/Support the podcast here 😊

My top ten podcast award! https://blog.feedspot.com/mental_wellness_podcasts/

YWCA is on a mission to end racism and uplift women. Please give generously.

Follow Dawn McMillan:

Instagram: @thedawnmcmillan

Facebook: @thedawnmcmillan

Email: dawnmcmillaninfo@gmail.com

Keywords

emotions, contagious, influence, beliefs, bodily sensations, relaxation, emotional relief, decisions

#mentalwellness #mentalhealth #thementalwellnesswakeupshow #anxiety #depression #personaldevelopment #creativity #play #joy #blackgirlmagic #blackownedbusiness #BIPOC #womenownedbusiness #publicspeaker #podcaster #stanfordalumni #NAUalumni #thedawnmcmillan

I am so grateful you shared time with me!

Here are some suggested mantras: Mindvalley Blog

A couple of chants from me:

"Gratitude. Grateful. Thank you. Thankful."

"I love. I forgive. I bless. I release."

Please be sure to share this info with at least one other person. It lets them know that you were thinking of them, and that you wish them lasting wellbeing.

Where to give your 5 Star Review: Apple Podcasts ; Spotify

Engage with/Support the podcast here 😊

My top ten podcast award! https://blog.feedspot.com/mental_wellness_podcasts/

YWCA is on a mission to end racism and uplift women. Please give generously.

Follow Dawn McMillan:

Instagram: @thedawnmcmillan

Facebook: @thedawnmcmillan

Email: dawnmcmillaninfo@gmail.com

#mentalwellness #mentalhealth #thementalwellnesswakeupshow #anxiety #depression #personaldevelopment #creativity #play #joy #blackgirlmagic #blackownedbusiness #BIPOC #womenownedbusiness #publicspeaker #podcaster #stanfordalumni #NAUalumni #thedawnmcmillan

How we experience reality, how that creates pleasure or pain, and what beliefs lurk below other beliefs and cause suffering.

This episode references the the podcast Philosophize This and the philosopher Slavoj Zizek.

I am so grateful you shared time with me!

Please be sure to share this info with at least one other person. It lets them know that you were thinking of them, and that you wish them lasting wellbeing.

Where to give your 5 Star Review: Apple Podcasts ; Spotify

Engage with/Support the podcast here 😊

My top ten podcast award! https://blog.feedspot.com/mental_wellness_podcasts/

YWCA is on a mission to end racism and uplift women. Please give generously.

Follow Dawn McMillan:

Instagram: @thedawnmcmillan

Facebook: @thedawnmcmillan

Email: dawnmcmillaninfo@gmail.com

#mentalwellness #mentalhealth #thementalwellnesswakeupshow #anxiety #depression #personaldevelopment #creativity #play #joy #blackgirlmagic #blackownedbusiness #BIPOC #womenownedbusiness #publicspeaker #podcaster #stanfordalumni #NAUalumni #thedawnmcmillan