02 The Power of Self-Reflection: Taking Control During Challenging Times

Are you tired of constantly questioning your abilities and feeling like you're losing control? Well, in this episode I share my personal journey of overcoming low self-esteem during challenging times.  I talk about the impact of negative self-talk and the comparisons we make on social media.  I offer valuable insights on taking a mental break from the comparison game, nurturing friendships, and finding healthy coping mechanisms. If you're ready to increase your self-esteem and reclaim your identity, this episode is a must-listen. [00:02:04] Losing control, sadness, isolation, cleaning, puzzles.[00:03:06] Took a break from social media, isolated.[00:07:33] Address underlying issues, reduce extreme cleaning.[00:09:29] Take a break, limit social media, be compassionate.[00:15:10] Sleep is crucial for physical and mental health.[00:16:33] Podcast offers support for eating disorders.Negative self-talk and low self-esteem- Noticing and challenging negative self-talk- Differentiating between facts and unfounded assumptions- Cost of living with low self-esteem- Feeling like losing one's own identity- Day-to-day pressures and their impact- Loneliness and social isolationOvercoming challenges and improving self-esteem- Personal experience of overcoming low self-esteem- Coping with multiple difficult situations simultaneously- Taking a mental break from comparison on social media- Nurturing friendships outside of the marriage- Recognizing the need for change in relationships- Communicating feelings and intentions with friends and familyCoping mechanisms and distractions- Obsessive cleaning as a distraction and coping mechanism- Seeking control over one's life through cleaning- The impact of excessive cleaning on mental and emotional well-being- Recognizing the underlying issues that drive obsessive cleaning- Addressing the real issues and finding healthier coping strategies- Paying attention to triggers and emotions when engaging in cleaningGrowth and acceptance- Progression towards greater self-acceptance- Accepting a less perfectly clean house and embracing imperfections- Learning to manage and express emotions in healthier ways- Understanding cleaning as a default reaction to uncomfortable emotions- Seeking balance between cleanliness and self-compassion- Continuous personal growth and self-awareness Connect with Jen:Follow on IG: https://instagram.com/jen.landerFollow on FB: https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.butram/Landing Imperfect Website: https://landingimperfect.godaddysites.com/