Listening to your Body Signals - Stress w/Ariel Roberts

In this episode, Ariel Roberts, a clinical therapist and ex-pat coach, joins the Blessed Girl Summer Podcast to discuss soul and self-care. Ariel shares her experience of moving out of the United States and the positive impact it had on her wellness. She emphasizes the importance of prioritizing oneself and listening to the body's signals. Ariel also talks about her personal journey of healing and self-discovery through therapy and mindfulness practices. Ariel Roberts shares her experience of going through child custody issues and the challenges she faced in slowing down and finding inner peace. She discusses the importance of mindfulness and meditation in her journey and how it helped her develop a relationship with herself. Ariel also talks about the power of journaling and how it allowed her to let go of judgments and express herself freely. She shares her ideal soul retreat, which includes connecting with nature, practicing mindfulness, and engaging in creative activities. The practical tip for listeners is to try coloring as a way to relax and calm the mind. Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 02:10 Motivation to Move Abroad 05:31 Living Differently in Spain 09:13 The Importance of Self-Care and Soul Care 10:29 Defining Moment for Mental Health and Wellness 21:36 Slowing Down and Going Inward 21:59 Going Through a Custody Stresses and the Need to Slow Down 23:11 Starting the Mindfulness Journey 24:02 The Power of Journaling 28:52 Creating an Ideal Soul Retreat 38:59 Relax and Calm the Mind with Coloring