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Check-ins with Jess18. 5 Things No One Tells You About Having a Faith CrisisGoing through a faith crisis was one of the hardest things I've ever had to go through. I didn't know who I was anymore, I questioned everything, I didn't know what I believed anymore, I felt angry, confused, and defeated. They were the longest 4 months of my life.
By sharing my experience I hope it lets others know they aren't alone if they have gone through this as well. I hope it also helps someone who will go through a faith crisis in the future.
My hope is that we can just come together as humans by listening to each...
2022-05-1727 minCheck-ins with Jess17. Having a healthy relationship with food, healing from binge eating disorder***Trigger warning- ED***
I promised a few months ago I would deep dive into my binge eating disorder and after putting off recording it for so long, I finally did it.
This was a hard episode to record. Nobody wants to admit the fact that food has control over them and inhibits their daily lives. It's such a vulnerable thing and I hope by sharing my story it'll help at least one person struggling with an eating disorder to get help.
I also hope this episode just helps open up the conversation around how common it is to not have a...
2022-05-1034 minCheck-ins with Jess16. Check-In with Sean & Jess on being an Autism parentI am SO excited to have my husband on the podcast for the first time and I can't wait for you to tune in! We cover lots of topics of what it's really like to be an Autism parent including the good, bad, challenges, and setbacks.
Sean shares his perspective on what it was like grieving the diagnosis of our son getting diagnosed 4 years ago and how he personally handled it. I love hearing his thoughts on how Autism has effected him as a dad and having to change everything he expected or knew.
I ho...
2022-05-0352 minCheck-ins with Jess15. Check-in with Candice about healing from pornography trauma & building trust again with your partnerCandice Diaz, owner of For Love's Sake, is on today's guest podcast and I'm so excited for you to tune into it. In it she holds nothing back talking about her story as she has learned to heal after the negative effects & trauma related to pornography addiction. This is definitely a controversial topic and I am grateful for her being so brave and vulnerable to talk about it and share her experiences & advice for others going through the same thing.
Even if you or your partner have not experienced pornography addiction, I really think listening to this...
2022-04-1230 minCheck-ins with Jess14. Check-in with Hattie & Marissa on mental health & the benefits of yogaHattie and Marissa, owners of Asraya Wellness, are on today's guest podcast and it's FULL of great tips and takeaways. Asraya Wellness is a virtual yoga & meditation company and is celebrating it's one year birthday this month. Hattie & Marissa are very knowledgeable and have been practicing and teaching yoga for years. Their business' why is solely focused on the well being & mental health of their students as well as making yoga apart of your life and more than just a class you take.
Whether you are a yogi expert or never have tried yoga, this episode is...
2022-04-0539 minCheck-ins with Jess13. Surviving Motherhood- Having unmet needs, avoiding burnout, and implementing self careDo you ever feel like the "angry mom"? Do you often experience burnout and exhaustion? Does the thought "I need to be doing more" always cross your mind?
If you answer was yes to any of those questions, this episode is for you! In this episode I get into the heavy and exhausting load that motherhood brings that is looked over. I want YOU to realize you do not have to do this alone and are doing a great job as it is.
My goal for you is to realize how great of a mom...
2022-03-2228 minCheck-ins with Jess12. How to have Body Image Resilience- You are more than a bodyDoes body image positivity and acceptance sound so far fetched? Does it seem impossible to overcome your negative body feelings and emotions? Are you tired of it and eager to find a solution to accept and respect your body for good? If you answer was yes to any of those questions, this episode is for you! In this episode I get down to the nitty gritty facts about body image as I talk about the hard & controversial topics surrounding body image. Thanks to reading the amazing book More than a Body almost 2 years ago, my life is forever changed a...
2022-03-1545 minCheck-ins with Jess11. Check-in with Heather on owning a business, Imposter Syndrome, & community over competitionHeather Black is on today's guest podcast and it's FULL of great tips and takeaways. Heather owns two businesses and gets real about Imposter Syndrome, how to avoid burnout, and how to network to better succeed in business.
This episode is especially for small business owners whether you have been in business for years or are even thinking of starting a business. She is just the best and I cannot wait for you to tune in!
At the end of the episode here is 5 minutes of calming music for you to mediate and practice stillness...
2022-03-0847 minCheck-ins with Jess10. NICU Journey- PTSD, therapy, and healing 6 years laterIt's been 6 years since our world got turned upside down as first time parents. Having our son born weighing two pounds was terrifying and overwhelming. Life in the NICU is so hard and I leave nothing out as I get vulnerable and honest on this episode of what it was really like.
Keep an eye out soon to be able to purchase NICU packages for your loved ones with babies in the NICU to let them know you are thinking of them. I look forward to speaking more about the NICU and preemie journey to help other p...
2022-03-0146 minCheck-ins with Jess9. How to reduce stress, manage exhaustion, and set boundariesAre you feeling maxed out and have overwhelming amounts of stress, anxiety, and just plain feel exhausted? Then this episode is for YOU! In this episode I go over examples of how to recognize your stress, be aware of how it's effected your body, and ways to manage it.
Setting boundaries is essential for reducing stress but that can be so hard! I will go over how to set boundaries and even exact phrases you can use when setting them.
There is 5 minutes of calming music at the end of the episode for you to...
2022-02-0831 minCheck-ins with Jess8. Check-in with Taylor on grieving Autism diagnosis- trials, triumphs & adviceTaylor Kerr is on the first GUEST podcast and you're not going to want to miss it. It has almost been a year since her son got diagnosed with Autism and in this episode she shares all the real emotions and struggles that took place during that time. She then gives advice to what people should say to family & friends that get a diagnosis in their family, and how moms with that new diagnosis can better cope. I hope you tune in to our conversation and take away something from it even if you aren't an Autism mom!
Taylor is...
2022-02-0142 minCheck-ins with Jess7. 5 steps to become your most authentic & true selfAre you desperately wanting to become your true authentic self but don't know how or where to start? Then this episode is for you. In it I will help describe ways to help you get closer to rediscovering who you are to your core and get you living a happy & fulfilled life.
I'm SO grateful for your support and cannot wait to be your hype girl and cheerleader on this new journey of self discovery and fulfillment! New episodes will air every Tuesday so make sure to subscribe so you don't miss a thing.
If y...
2022-01-2524 minCheck-ins with Jess6. Our Journey with Autism: First signs, diagnosis, & our life now 4 years laterI get vulnerable and leave nothing out as I talk about how my son got diagnosed with Autism 4 years ago. The good, the bad, the hard, the lonely, everything; you will be getting a glimpse of exactly how I felt when our little world got flipped upside down.
I look forward to doing more podcasts on Autism and helping educate people and helping them become more aware of Autism.
I'm SO grateful for your support and cannot wait to be your hype girl and cheerleader on this new journey of self discovery and fulfillment! New e...
2022-01-1828 minCheck-ins with Jess5. Navigating motherhood- Mom guilt, lack of fulfillment, & not enjoying every min of itLet's talk mom guilt! Do you ever feel overwhelmed & underappreciated as a mom? Have you felt horrible for not enjoying every second of motherhood and even find yourself lacking fulfillment in it? Then this episode is for you!
In this episode we talk all this motherhood which includes addressing topics nobody wants to face or talk about. If you answered yes to any of the questions above you are NOT alone. It is more than okay to feel these feelings. Being a mom is extremely hard and demanding.
I hope by sharing my thoughts, feelings, and experiences will help other...
2022-01-1126 minCheck-ins with Jess4. I never thought this would be my story to tell- PPD & Mental Health***Trigger warning*** Postpartum depression, suicidal ideation, medication, depression, therapy.
1 in 7 women suffer from PPD. 50% of those women it is their first time with any type of depression. Without treatment, the effects of PPD can last several months & even years.
I never thought suffering and telling about my journey with Postpartum Depression would be part of my story, but here we are. Know that is is NEVER too late to get help. Get educated, recognize the signs, and be aware of your thoughts and feelings and reach out to get help. You matter and are so wa...
2022-01-0415 minCheck-ins with Jess3. Make time for YOU with these 3 tips for successful self careDo you find that you never have time for yourself? Are you often in a negative headspace just trying to survive the day to day?
This episode contains 3 tips for successful care that you can implement now! Self care is so important and it is NOT selfish to put yourself first. You cannot pour from an empty cup.
I'm SO grateful for your support and cannot wait to be your hype girl and cheerleader on this new journey of self discovery and fulfillment!
New episodes will air every Tuesday so make sure to...
2022-01-0411 minCheck-ins with Jess2. DITCH the diets- start 2022 off with 3 ways to a positive mindset on food & exerciseAre you tired of making 50 New Year's Resolutions that you never achieve by the end of the year? Is weight loss always at the top of your list every year but your goal always falls short?
I want you to start 2022 off right with these 3 ways developing a healthy relationship with food and exercise. Diet culture is EVERYWHERE and not only is it endorsed by everyone but it's the norm and it needs to stop!
Tune in to see how you can change your mindset and be set up for the future toward loving yourself a...
2022-01-0413 minCheck-ins with Jess1. WELCOME to Check-ins with Jess & Get to know your hostHey friend and WELCOME! I'm SO excited for you to tune into Check-ins with Jess and start living the life you've desperately been wanting. You showing up here means you're taking the first step of putting you and your mental health first and I'm SO proud of you.
I hope by the end of the episode you will get to know me more and I can better connect with you! I also go over the how, why, and what of the podcast as well as what to expect from future episodes!
I'm SO grateful for y...
2022-01-0412 min
Check-ins with JessCheck-ins with Jess TrailerHow many times a day does someone ask “hey you, how are you REALLY doing?” I’m guessing not very many if at all. This podcast will be a safe space to check in with yourself, see how you’re actually doing and evaluate your life. Every week I will be giving you tools leading you closer to living living your life to the fullest rather than just surviving the day to day. I will also be your personal hype girl cheering you on as I ask you to take the hard steps, dig deep, and do the work because...
2021-12-1402 min