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Is it possible to juggle creative dreams with the realities of mental health challenges and self-employment? Join me, Lauren, as I unravel my current journey through a rocky start to 2025, marked by illness and depression, and how it's shaping my artistic and professional life. I lay bare the struggles and triumphs of managing bipolar disorder while keeping my creative passions, like music and podcasting, alive. As I gear up to re-enter the structured world of a day job, I share my hopes for how it might help harmonize my personal projects, offering structure without stifling creativity.

I open up about the tightrope walk of balancing depressive lows with bursts of creativity, and the constant battle to avoid past patterns of self-sabotage. Together, we explore the potential for rebranding and expanding the Mostly Mental Mom podcast, weaving in insights from friends and my supportive online community. I also discuss my intention to evolve my online presence without losing the essence of who I am. This episode is not just a personal update; it's a heartfelt invitation to witness the journey of balancing creativity with stability, celebrating small victories, and advocating for mental health.

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Lauren | The Mostly Mental Mom

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Ever felt swamped by the relentless societal pressure to start the new year with grand resolutions, only to find them slipping away amid life's chaos? You're in the right place. Kicking off season two of the Mostly Mental Mom podcast, I, Lauren, am here to share my take on embracing 2025 with a fresh mindset. Instead of falling for the usual new year's hype, I reveal five practical goals designed to support your mental health journey. From practicing self-compassion to setting micro goals, let's explore how these small, intentional steps can create clarity and progress in the unpredictable dance of life.

In this episode, we tackle the everyday hurdles of mental health, like insomnia and loneliness, and how to build stability through small, positive actions. Together, we'll uncover the power of having a consistent wake-up routine and the calming effects of meditation as a mindfulness tool. I also discuss the often tricky path of reaching out for support and the surprising ways social media can help maintain connections during isolating times. As we wrap up, the focus is on the profound impact of micro goals, reinforcing that even the smallest steps forward can lead to significant transformations in our mental well-being. Join me as we reshape our approach to the new year with realistic, achievable goals that matter.

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Lauren | The Mostly Mental Mom

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This episode acknowledges the emotional challenges that many face during the holiday season, especially for those who are grieving or struggling.

• Acknowledging holiday struggles and loneliness
• Encouragement for those experiencing grief this season
• Sneak peek into next episode's goals for the New Year
• Importance of cultivating self-compassion
• Creating a routine of small positive actions
• Developing healthy coping strategies
• Seeking and accepting support from others
• Setting micro goals for clarity and progress

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Lauren | The Mostly Mental Mom