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Join wellness facilitator, Crystal McLain, as she explores creative ways to care for the mind, body and mother-lovin' soul, so we can live healthy, empowered and fulfilling lives, individually and collectively. If you found any of this content helpful or inspiring, please share or rate this episode,  or become a supporter of this show for as little as $3 a month!To learn about personal support and communities, please visit: crystalmclaincreative.com

Creative Self Care With Crystal McLain Crystal McLain

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Join wellness facilitator, Crystal McLain, as she explores creative ways to care for the mind, body and mother-lovin' soul, so we can live healthy, empowered and fulfilling lives, individually and collectively. If you found any of this content helpful or inspiring, please share or rate this episode,  or become a supporter of this show for as little as $3 a month!To learn about personal support and communities, please visit: crystalmclaincreative.com

    Why You Think You Suck At Self Care - And 6 Ways To Get Better At It

    Why You Think You Suck At Self Care - And 6 Ways To Get Better At It

    Have you ever told yourself that you suck at self care? Or have you told yourself that it’s something that just isn’t accessible to you? If so, I’m so glad you’re here because I get to be the one to tell you that that is bullshit.

    Yup, so today I’m  going prove to you that you’re actually pretty great at practicing self care. I’m also going let you in on the secret WHY you believe you're bad at it, and we're going to learn six simple things you can start doing RIGHT NOW, so you can start feeling like the capable badass that you already are.

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    Representation, Self Care, and Claiming Our Space

    Representation, Self Care, and Claiming Our Space

    Have you ever felt unnoticed and unrepresented? This episode is a heartfelt embrace of the diverse tapestry of humanity, as seen through platforms like TikTok, where the once-marginalized are boldly claiming their space. It's a candid conversation about the necessity of seeing ourselves in the world around us, and the profound effect it has on our collective psyche—whether we're discussing body positivity, neurodiversity, gender identity, or racial and ethnic inclusivity.

    Stepping into our authenticity often takes courage, but it's a vital part of the healing process. I share a deeply personal narrative from my Patreon community, focusing on radical self-love and self-care. By reflecting on our individual paths to acceptance, we offer others the courage to challenge toxic narratives surrounding our bodies and worth. This episode is an invitation to engage with the collective strength of diverse voices demanding change, as we ponder the transformative power of representation in our lives. I encourage you to join our dialogue and share how visibility has touched you, adding your voice to the chorus calling for a world that celebrates every facet of our being.
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    MISCONCEPTIONS OF A POSITIVE MINDSET- Knowing the Difference Between Practical Optimism and Toxic Positivity

    MISCONCEPTIONS OF A POSITIVE MINDSET- Knowing the Difference Between Practical Optimism and Toxic Positivity

    Today we're hashing out the difference between practical optimism and toxic positivity, so we can process our emotions and move through our challenges in a healthier, more beneficial way.

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    THE SPIRITUAL SELF - Creating Pleasure & Purpose in Today's Crazy World

    THE SPIRITUAL SELF - Creating Pleasure & Purpose in Today's Crazy World

    Today we're gonna get into what the Spiritual Self is, how it affects our wellbeing, and how we can give it the juicy, tender love it deserves so our days can feel more pleasurable and purposeful.

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    THE SOCIAL SELF - Creating Healthy and Meaningful Connections with Yourself and Others

    THE SOCIAL SELF - Creating Healthy and Meaningful Connections with Yourself and Others

    Today we're talking about our identity, relationships, social constructs, and personal worth so we can create not only a healthier social self, but society.

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    How To Move Through Challenging Times

    How To Move Through Challenging Times

    There have been global and local tragedies within this past week, and I felt compelled to stray from my schedule and share a few helpful tips for moving through challenging times. Xx
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Best way to introduce 2021

I am beyond excited for this. Crystal’s knowledge, creativity, and most importantly humor—eloquently packaged up to deliver such an important message. I cannot wait for the next episode!

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