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Hello Thrivers!! Happy 2026 & all things good! In this episode of Thriving, I reflect on my journey of self-love and healing in 2026. I discuss the importance of self-compassion, setting boundaries, and embracing one's unique journey. Through personal anecdotes and insights, I emphasize the need to prioritize self-care and the power of love in transforming our lives. I encourages listeners to practice self-acceptance and to celebrate their individuality, reminding them that it's never too late to start loving themselves.

Hey Thrivers.. it's your girl here again.. Sarah. Sharing the real, honest, and truthful things about dating after trauma. It's hard now days to find love, even harder after sexual trauma/trauma. Standing with you always, Sarah Resource Links: 5 Ways Trauma can Impact your Dating Life Opening Your Heart Again: How to Safely Start Dating After Sexual AssaultTips For Setting Dating Boundaries

Thriving: a Survivor's truth then & now In this episode: making meaning of sexual traumaStealthing PTSD*Content warning: discusses sexual trauma* Thriving began as a means to process what happened to me in 2019. This is the very first podcast episode I recorded in 2021. In solidarity with Sexual Assault awareness month, I am finally ready to share my truth. Support Resources-If you are someone who has experienced sexual trauma or know someone who is a victim: RAINN-800.656.HOPE (4673) Love is Respect-Text: LOVEIS to 22522 JDoe-Anonymous Reporting Platform Thank you for listening !Thriving with you today and always! Sarah

Healing is non-linear and so is trauma. In this episode: Reflection of processing traumaTransparency in personal journey progressEMDR Therapy -Learn MoreBrain Spotting- Learn MoreMessage of hope for healing*content shares brief details of PTSD and physical response to mental health struggles If you are in need of support : National Sexual Assault Helpline: 800.656.HOPE (4673)Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 988 (call or text) This is the first episode in a series on Truth, Trauma & Healing Thanks for listening and Thriving with you today & always. -Sarah

Sometimes there are moments in life when you intentionally reflect on what season you are in. One of my favorite bible verses is Ecclesiastes 3:1.. there is a time for everything. This episode offers how I have reflected on the current season of my life. Thoughts like ... what is this season teaching me? What am I feeling. What is a brain dump... TRY IT!! Who supports you, and how do you show up for yourself? As you stand in this current season of your life, know that you are not alone! Appreciate those you love and embrace joy! A human life has seasons much as the earth has seasons, each time with its own particular beauty and power.  And gift. -Rachel Naomi Remen May this season be what you need and hope for!! Thriving with you!! -Sarah

Hello Thrivers... I know it's 2025 and join me in finding your center! Centering is a technique which brings peace to my being in chaotic times, joyful times.. literally all the above. My practice with Centering began with the turbulent times in my journey when anxiety was at it's worst. It has allowed me to channel within and create moments of peace, joy and balance. https://hr.jhu.edu/wp-content/uploads/JHEAP-Grounding-Techniques-to-Help-Control-Anxietypdf.pdf Grounding Techniques:https://www.healthline.com/health/grounding-techniques Tapping: https://www.verywellmind.com/tapping-for-anxiety-how-it-works-and-how-to-do-it-7550116 Laughter: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress-relief/art-20044456 Thank you for listening.. there is more to come!! Here is to Thriving

Sometimes we just have one of those days that make you feel like nothing you do is right.. We can be our own worst critic and let me say that I am too critical of myself at times. But if we stop for just a moment and realize that we are human... we can give ourselves a little more grace. Self- Care matters! Loving ourselves matters!! Creating a space to be human matters!! Check out these resources: Self-Care-Beginner's guide  Self- Love- Be good to yourself

Recovery with mental health is a process and is possible! I share an update on how I am doing and where I am at in my recovery process. Oh and I finally graduated with my Master's degree!! What what!! Check out these Mental Health Resources: Substance Abuse & Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA) Crisis Text Line: Text CONNECT to 741741 to chat with a Crisis Counselor StarCare Lubbock  Veterans Crisis Line: Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) and press 1 or text to 838255

There is always a beginning to any journey. I share my journey of thriving with my mental health in the midst of Summer 2020 and the pandemic. I share what it means to me to go from surviving to thriving. My goal is to help break stigma when it comes to discussing mental health struggles by sharing pieces of my journey.  It's important to note that there are great mental health resources available in your communities.  National Alliance of Mental Health Illness (NAMI) The Jed Foundation  StarCare of Lubbock