Why Self-Care ISN'T Optional, It’s NECESSARY | Therapists Unhinged Ep. 18

Send us Fan MailWhy Self-Care ISN'T Optional, It’s NECESSARYIn this honest and unfiltered episode of Therapists Unhinged, co-hosts Nella and TJ take the mic without Dr. Robin and dive deep into what self-care actually means. They call out how society has glamorized and twisted self-care into wine nights and massages while ignoring the deeper emotional, mental, and spiritual work it takes to truly show up for yourself. From burnout and boundaries to parenting guilt and season-of-life shifts, they keep it all the way real. If you’ve ever said “I don’t have time,” this episode is for you.KEY TAKEAWAYS• Self-care is not a checklist• Culture often turns self-care into a toxic cycle• Saying “no” is one of the most powerful self-care tools• Everyone’s self-care package looks different• Comparison creates unnecessary pressure• Burnout happens when you don’t refill your own cup• Spiritual self-care is just as critical as physical and emotional• It’s okay to shift your self-care with each life season• Moms especially need to stop sacrificing themselves• You don’t need permission to prioritize yourselfBEST MOMENTS00:01:12. “We’re actually kind of debunking some of the myths and things that society has really taught us to do.”00:02:15. “For me, self-care is a lifestyle. It's not checking boxes.”00:03:11. “Self-care starts in the mind first, and then it manifests in other ways.”00:04:23. “You have to kind of look at all four of those layers and incorporate what you want your self-care to look like.”00:06:05. “Sometimes I have to be like, you know what? I need my time.”00:10:07. “I’m so big on taking little mini vacations because I have to check out of work mode.”00:12:14. “Part of self-care is saying no to.”00:15:19. “Creating that self-care package for you, designed just for you.”00:25:00. “You may be doing really good with your mind and body, but what about your spirit?”Support the showTherapists Unhinged is where mental health gets real. Hosted by licensed therapists who tell it like it is, this podcast dives deep into the messy, meaningful, and hilarious parts of being human. From mastering resilience to navigating the chaos of everyday life, we bring raw conversations, expert insights, and unfiltered honesty...no jargon, no BS.New episodes drop weekly. Subscribe, leave a review, and come unhinge with us.This podcast has been brought to you by APodcastGeek. https://www.apodcastgeek.com