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Episode Synopsis
Reflecting on Personal Loss and Self-Care: A Journey of Pause and ChangeIn this episode of the Deconstructed Woman Podcast, hosted by Elisa Marie and Jojj, the conversation centers around reflecting on personal loss and its impact on one's perception of life and self-care. Joji shares her recent experience of losing a young family member and how it prompted her to contemplate life’s unpredictability and the importance of living mindfully. She discusses her decision to embrace her age by stopping hair coloring, symbolizing a new phase in her life. Elisa Marie relates by sharing her own experiences with loss, emphasizing the necessity of prioritizing self-care amidst busy schedules. Both hosts explore the emotional and physical challenges they faced over the past year and highlight the importance of pausing to take stock of where they are and where they want to go in life. The episode encourages listeners to reflect on their own needs, whether physical or emotional, and to take steps towards caring for themselves.00:00 Introduction to the Deconstructed Woman Podcast00:30 Reflecting on Personal Loss and Change01:58 Joji's Personal Experience with Loss04:46 Embracing Aging and Symbolic Changes07:36 Balancing Self-Care and Family Responsibilities10:50 The Importance of Physical and Mental Health13:46 Year-End Reflections and Emotional Exhaustion28:17 Concluding Thoughts and Listener Engagement
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