We are all a work in progress. This podcast is a space to explore wellness, relationships, and step-parenting while on the road to becoming our best selves. I am Shavauna, a brown girl in progress and this is Melan.In Progress.
When we’re upset, communication can breakdown. This week we are talking about expressing ourselves openly and honestly while creating space for others to do the same when things get a little heated.
11 May 2022
High-Functioning Anxiety & Slowing Down
Are you team #cantstopwontstop? This week, I am adding #pleasestop because we all deserve a break. High-functioning anxiety can be a difficult cycle to break, let’s chat about ways to slow down and stopping the need to produce.
If you prefer to read, Melan.In Progress the blog: https://melaninprogress.wordpress.com/2022/05/11/high-functioning-anxiety/ (https://melaninprogress.wordpress.com/2022/05/11/high-functioning-anxiety/)
27 Apr 2022
Self-touch, body image, and mindfulness
"I am for body neutrality. You don't have to love your body, but you also don't have to hate it." Katya Zamo. What comes to mind when you think of non-sexual self-touch? Listen to this short episode for more on this important wellness practice and something you can try this week. You're doing great.
If you would like to read the shortened blog post: https://melaninprogress.wordpress.com/2022/04/26/self-touch-body-image-and-mindfulness/ (https://melaninprogress.wordpress.com/2022/04/26/self-touch-body-image-and-mindfulness/)
19 Apr 2022
Give Yourself Grace… but how?
We see it in hashtags, hear it from yoga teachers, and I say it here - often, but what does it really mean to give yourself grace? And how can we be better at it?
Referenced:
Mashable.com article, "What it really means to 'give yourself grace'. https://mashable.com/article/give-yourself-grace
Resilience Guide, 'Self-Grace' https://resilienceguide.org/pg-self-grace/
Mom Collective, 'What is 'Giving Yourself Grace' Anyway?" https://charleston.momcollective.com/perspectives-in-parenting/what-is-giving-yourself-grace-anyway/
If you would like to read the short blog version of this episode: https://melaninprogress.wordpress.com/2022/04/19/how-to-give-yourself-grace/ (https://melaninprogress.wordpress.com/2022/04/19/how-to-give-yourself-grace/)
11 Apr 2022
On the Road to Being Well
In this episode, we dive into a few previous posts about wellness, self-care, and boundaries.
Felicia Folkes YouTube short: https://youtube.com/shorts/BN4AoQ_8c-4?feature=share
Posts mentioned in this episode:
Intentional Self-Care
Use the Fancy Things
New Year, Same You... and That's OK
Setting Boundaries... A Confession
4 Apr 2022
Goals, Taking Action, and News
Introduction to Melan.In Progress and getting excited about the journey. If you would prefer to read, this post can be found at melaninprogress.Wordpress.com
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