Habits That Heal

13/09/2025 18 min Temporada 1 Episodio 3
Habits That Heal

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What does it take to wake up every day feeling that life is a blessing rather than a burden? Our candid conversation dives into the daily rituals and habits that fundamentally transform how we experience life.From the struggle of pushing past the snooze button at 4 AM to the invigorating shock of an early morning ice bath, we share the honest truth about establishing routines that stick. The difference between merely surviving each day and truly thriving often comes down to these simple yet powerful habits we build into our lives. We unpack the dangerous territory of isolation – how retreating to darkened rooms with blackout curtains and marinating in our thoughts creates the perfect breeding ground for negative thinking patterns. As one of us confesses, "I would shut the whole world out, not wanting to get out of my room, just wanting to feel sorry for myself." Yet the path forward isn't complicated: creating structure, getting sunlight, and finding activities that force engagement with life.The conversation takes a powerful turn when discussing how women, especially mothers, neglect self-care while prioritizing everyone else. "When I'm not taking care of myself, my family is not getting the best version of me – I'm hurting them because I'm grumpy," reveals a profound truth many struggle to accept. Whether it's a solo drive to clear your head, a girl's trip to reconnect with your identity beyond being a mom, or simply sitting in a nail salon with someone you love – these moments of replenishment aren't luxury, they're necessity.Physical well-being profoundly impacts mental health too. Before assuming your struggles stem from serious mental health conditions, consider whether simple nutritional deficiencies might be affecting your mood. Many people don't realize how lacking vitamin D, magnesium, or other nutrients can dramatically impact how they feel.Take the challenge to establish one new positive habit. Research suggests 21 days of consistency creates a habit that sticks. What small change could transform how you experience each day?