In episode 4 of "Unbecoming Me," host Toi explores the importance of self-care and self-evaluation, emphasizing that self-care looks different for everyone. She discusses practices like spa visits, exercise, journaling, and inner child and shadow work as vital for healing. Toi encourages listeners to prioritize their well-being, embrace change, and regularly engage in self-care activities. She reminds listeners that taking care of oneself is essential, as ultimately, you are responsible for your own well-being. The episode ends with a call to action to discover and commit to personal self-care routines.
Timestamps
Different Forms of Self-Care (00:01:38)
Explores diverse self-care activities: spa, retail therapy, exercise, journaling, and personal routines.
Self-Care in Everyday Life (00:03:01)
Discusses simple self-care acts like reading, bathing, and making time for oneself amid daily responsibilities.
The Importance of Prioritizing Yourself (00:04:22)
Emphasizes not neglecting oneself while caring for others and the necessity of breathing and pausing.
Shadow Work and Facing Your Darkness (00:06:47)
Describes shadow work, confronting negative emotions, and the importance of addressing hidden pain.
Self-Reflection and Embracing Change (00:08:03)
Encourages self-reflection, adapting to change, and understanding oneself through different life seasons.
Powerful Quotes from the Episode
'Over the past five years, I've been through the fire, releasing who I thought I had to be so I could finally become who I'm meant to be.'
'It's okay to not be okay, and taking that time of not being okay is self-care for some people.'
'At the end of the day, the only person you're left with is yourself.'
'Sometimes you're not going to be okay, and you have to be okay with sitting with that and getting through it to get to the other side.'
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"At the end of the day, the only person you're left with is yourself—taking care of yourself is not selfish, it's essential."
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