Returning to Sender: Reclaiming Your Life from the Overculture

Send Mara a quick text love note here!In this episode of 'Even Here, Even Now,' I dive into one of my favorite concepts concept -- 'return to sender.' Tune in to hear me discuss how we receive and internalize harmful messages from oppressive societal systems over the course of our lives, and emphasize the importance of prioritizing our own needs and authenticity as we reject the messages that do not align with how we *want* to be living.Highlighting the struggle of feeling guilt and shame in prioritizing self-care, I encourage you to recognize and send back toxic beliefs, advocating for a balanced life where self-nourishment supports sustained contributions to others.Timestamps00:42 Understanding the Over Culture02:01 Embracing Your (True) Needs, Wants & Beliefs04:16 The Concept of 'Return to Sender'06:09 Winter Camp: A Case Study08:25 Challenging Social Norms09:55 Personal Reflections and Socialization12:04 The Importance of Self-Care, especially during the winter seasonMy BEST tools, matched to exactly what you need. Take the [free] needs quiz: needsquiz.com