35. It's OK To Not Be OK

If you are feeling "not ok" right now, you are not alone.  In this episode, as the pandemic surges yet again, and tragedies are unfolding around the world, we invite you to pause and name what you are feeling. Naming emotions, especially difficult ones, is a tool to disarm the amygdala and soften the edges of difficulty.  Some other strategies to potentially help ease the struggle: Pause and be present with whatever "is" in this moment.  Be curious and notice.  Nourish yourself, offer yourself kindness and compassion, and ask good questions.  It should be different but you can still make a difference. If you need additional help, please get some.    Grow a mindful practice with Dr. Liang https://awakenbreath.org/ Explore how mindful coaching can help: https://www.jessiemahoneymd.com/ Nourish and heal yourself by joining Jessie for a mindful coaching and yoga retreat in the spring https://www.jessiemahoneymd.com/yoga-retreats   Join the Mindful Healthcare Collective Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindfulhealthcarecollective   Find out about The Mindful Healers Podcast: https://www.jessiemahoneymd.com/mindful-healers-podcast *Nothing in this episode should be considered medical advice