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Self Care is Sexy

282 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 119 ratings

Hello, Hello and welcome to Self Care is Sexy! My name is Kris, and I’ll be your host. We are a podcast that’s here to generate and share self care ideas with each other.

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Episode 68: MAN-a-SODE w/ Chris Flores

October 11, 2018 11:30 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

In this Man-a-Sode meet Mr Flores from Run Disney! He is a weight loss success story who uses health and fitness as wells as a daily dose of laughter are all a part of his self-care!  

Episode 68: Chris Flores

October 11, 2018 11:30 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

In this Man-a-Sode meet Mr Flores from Run Disney! He is a weight loss success story who uses health and fitness as wells as a daily dose of laughter are all a part of his self-care!  

Episode 67: Self-Care Math

October 04, 2018 11:30 - 18 minutes - 17 MB

Let’s review the list of how self care is like math;  1. For most of us, it’s hard. 2. The more you do it the better you are at it. 3. There is a formula. (What you like) + (How you feel) = Self-Care 4. Check your work. 5. You use it every day, whether you know it or not. 6. More heads are better than one.  

Episode 66: Shake Self-Hate

September 27, 2018 11:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

Tip #5 - to shake you out of that self hate funk - and get to the self love Ban the self hate talk - no more. Just say NO when you mind starts racing and thinking about how horrible you are, how could you do this, just stop yourself.   Cut the booze and pot; to clear your head and hear your heart, if you are self medicating because you can't face whatever it is, and you’re in pain, you are dulling the pain for sure, but you’re also dulling everything else.   Splash water on your face - o...

Episode 65: Looking like you're doing self-care vs. doing self care

September 25, 2018 05:30 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MB

So, some Examples of “looking like your doing self care”?   CHORES BEAUTY ROUTINE TOO SOCIAL FAST FOOD BUYING STUFF Trait of actual self -care   PLANNED IS ALONE ROUTINE CONNECTION BENEFITS REFLECTION QUESTIONS: How many times a week do you something that is just for you? Have you said “no” to a friend, college, boss or obligation in order to do self-care? What could you do today for some self-care? How likely are you to do it?

Episode 64: Back to Basics, Again

August 02, 2018 11:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

Start small, comitt to one thing this week.  Breath Establish a safe place Wrap up in a soft blanket Take a bath Rock in a rocking chair or swing Light a fire Take a nap Give yourself a manicure Put on fancy body lotion or oils Give yourself a foot massage   Get a professional massage Hold your pet Hold a stuffed animal Relaxation CD Listen to music you like Guided imagery Meditiate Read inspirational books Drink tea or hot chocolate Eat a favorite food Self affirmations ...

Episode 63: DIFY Do It For Yourself!

July 26, 2018 12:00 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MB

Five principles of DIFY are: You are important Be kind to yourself first You know what is best for you You don’t owe anyone shit You know you best. THE PROJECTS The Self Portrait -  Get a picture of yourself, one that you think looks bad, frame it, dress it up, and look at it once a day for a week. This project is a way of getting you to look at yourself with love and compassion. Flower pot - Buy yourself a fresh bunch of flower twice this month.  You can also craft it up and paint you...

Episode 62: Julie Smith

July 20, 2018 11:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MB

JULIE SMITH ALLEGORY producer and Storyteller, Julie Smith is a Seattle area transplant born and raised in Spokane, WA. Julie received her A.A.S. from Spokane Community College, studied Multi-Media Design at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Business Administration at Western Governors University & H.R. at Green River Community College. Julie is the co-founder of the youth organization dedicated to anti bullying, self-esteem and civic engagement, The Power Cave, former Marketing Director of S...

Episode 62: Allegory Soul Stories

July 20, 2018 11:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MB

JULIE SMITH ALLEGORY producer and Storyteller, Julie Smith is a Seattle area transplant born and raised in Spokane, WA. Julie received her A.A.S. from Spokane Community College, studied Multi-Media Design at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Business Administration at Western Governors University & H.R. at Green River Community College. Julie is the co-founder of the youth organization dedicated to anti bullying, self-esteem and civic engagement, The Power Cave, former Marketing Director of S...

Episode 61: Distractions & Disassociating

July 02, 2018 12:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Distraction or disassociation is a form of self-care, but what happens when it goes too far?

Episode 61: Distractions

July 02, 2018 12:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

How we distract ourselves You are always offering to help someone with their problems You offer resources you don’t have You over commit You anticipate others needs even before they ask for them You rarely say “no”. It is hard for you to tell where you end and your partner begins You feel proud when you help others and crave that feeling. You rarely have any time to yourself. Or alone time. - because you find it uncomfortable Your children have the best of everything, while you shop ...

Episode 60: 4:20 w/ Sam of Tokeativity

April 20, 2018 23:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MB

Samantha Montanaro is a chicken lovin’ multimedia artist, graphic designer, event coordinator, gardener, musician and mom. After moving to Parkrose in 2014, Samantha opened her business, Prism House, which offers a variety of services including full spectrum graphic design, event coordination and urban farming. Vegetables, fruits, eggs and flowers from the grounds of Sam’s home personalize and enhance her events and her love of the local community make all feel welcome. In 2017 Sam partnered ...

Episode 60: Sam with Tokeativity

April 20, 2018 23:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MB

Samantha Montanaro is a chicken lovin’ multimedia artist, graphic designer, event coordinator, gardener, musician and mom. After moving to Parkrose in 2014, Samantha opened her business, Prism House, which offers a variety of services including full spectrum graphic design, event coordination and urban farming. Vegetables, fruits, eggs and flowers from the grounds of Sam’s home personalize and enhance her events and her love of the local community make all feel welcome. In 2017 Sam partnered ...

Episode 59: Keely Helmick

April 14, 2018 12:00 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MB

Self love is the best love.  Hearts & Other Sex Parts, is a podcast about redefining yourself and your relationships. The podcast is hosted out of Portland, Oregon by Keely C. Helmick, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) specializing in relationship counseling and sex-therapy, and Lindsey Jacobson, LGBTQ advocate and sex ambassador. Both of the hosts identify as queer, cis-women, and intend to ensure that the podcast is inclusive and a safe space for all members of the LGBTQAI+ community...

Episode 58: How is Self Care Sexy?

March 29, 2018 11:00 - 15 minutes - 13.7 MB

Five reasons why self care is sexy; #1 it brings out confidence: #2 Self care is sexy because it teaches you relationship building skills #3 It gives you permission: #4 it cures codependency: #5 It makes you focus on you: ?You know what is sexy? Someone who knows themself. Let the vision and the voice inside be louder than the critics or haters and outside opinions. When you take care of you, when you make you a priority you are building yourself up and there is nothing sexier than some...

Episode 57: Mind Mapping

March 21, 2018 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MB

DIY - How to make the map it self: You’ll need: 1 piece of poster board (they come in massive sizes which is great, but you can always cut them to size), you’ll need some different colored sheets of construction paper, color pencils, markers, crayons whatnot a mason jar or other sized circle shaped items that you can trace. You might want to cut images out of some magazines, so you might need magazines. You’ll want a glue stick some scissors and; a list of at least five goals or task ...

Episode 57: Katrina Hayes w/ Autism Fit Mom

March 08, 2018 12:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB

Katrina Hayes is an award winning Autism advocate. Speaker and Actress. Above all, she is a positive change ambassador with a vision to empower as many people as possible and be that voice of hope for the youth ultimately leaving the world in a better state than when she first entered it. www.Speakupadvocacy.com

Episode 56: Katrina Hayes with Autism Fit Mom

March 08, 2018 12:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB

Today I am bringing to you Katrina Hays. Katrina Hayes is an award winning Autism advocate. Speaker and Actress. Above all, she is a positive change ambassador with a vision to empower as many people as possible and be that voice of hope for the youth ultimately leaving the world in a better state than when she first entered it. As a dedicated community leader, she speaks to legislators about various community issues and serves as a coach for GIRLS ON THE RUN. Formerly, she served as guardian...

Episode 56: Katrina Hayes w/ Autism Fit Mom

March 08, 2018 12:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB

Katrina Hayes is an award winning Autism advocate. Speaker and Actress. Above all, she is a positive change ambassador with a vision to empower as many people as possible and be that voice of hope for the youth ultimately leaving the world in a better state than when she first entered it. www.Speakupadvocacy.com

Episode 55: Boundary Setting for Self Care

March 01, 2018 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

“Pay attention when people react with anger and hostility to your boundaries You have found the edge where their respect for you ends”. - Sweatpants and Coffee dot com “At first you will probably feel selfish guilty or embarrassed when you set a boundary. Do it anyway and tell yourself you have a right to self-care. Setting boundaries takes practice and determination. Don’t let anxiety or low self esteem prevent you from taking care of yourself.” - Terri Cole  Tips for boundary setting:   ...

Episode 56: Boundary Setting

March 01, 2018 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

Saying NO means being free to say YES to the things that really excite you!  

Episode 55: Boundary Setting

March 01, 2018 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

Saying NO means being free to say YES to the things that really excite you!  

Episode 55: Gratitude Inspired Living

February 01, 2018 12:00 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MB

"Freedom and Joy is a choice we make in every moment". Resources mentioned: Robert Kiyosaki, Rich dad poor dadBronnie Ware - Regrets of DyingAndy Hayes Plumb Deluxe Tea https://www.plumdeluxe.com/aboutStacy Martino - http://relationshipdevelopment.org LINK FOR YOUR FREE 30 MIN OF COACHING WITH YASMIN http://gratitudeinspiredliving.com/sexymofo

Episode 54: Yasmin Nguyen with Gratitude Inspired Living

February 01, 2018 12:00 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MB

Join me this week as Yasmine Nguyen with Gratitude Inspired Living talks about how he started out thinking that he had to change everything about him, including his name, just to fit in. "Freedom and Joy is a choice we make in every moment". Resources mentioned: Robert Kiyosaki, Rich dad poor dadBronnie Ware - Regrets of DyingAndy Hayes Plumb Deluxe Tea https://www.plumdeluxe.com/aboutStacy Martino - http://relationshipdevelopment.org LINK FOR YOUR FREE 30 MIN OF COACHING WITH YASMIN http:/...

Episode 54: MAN-a-SODE w/ Roshawn Woods

January 24, 2018 12:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

You may think you know Roshawn Wood's and his amazing story, but you've never know Roshawn like this, and move on football fans, we're not talking ESPN, so look else where, we're talking self-care!

Episode 53: Roshawn Woods

January 24, 2018 12:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

Roshawn started out his younger life on a ship in the Navy and unexpectedly found himself on the "Big Boy" program. He shares about how his motivation steamed from people saying he was going to give up. Roshawn shares how a perfection mindset will not work for long lasting transformation; how it’s all about changing it up. Make sure you check out his DoTerra oil called “Sin and Sassy". It's metabolism boosting essential oil that helps eliminate self-doubt, and disbelief in what we are capabl...

Episode 53: Make Monday your best day!

January 04, 2018 12:00 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MB

Are you the master of TGIF? Can't wait for the weekend so life can start? Well, it's time to take back your Monday ME and make self-care a priority. We've got 5 self-care tips for taking back Monday and making it your best day.

Episode 52: #MondayME making Monday great again!

January 04, 2018 12:00 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MB

Are you the master of TGIF? Can't wait for the weekend so life can start? Well, it's time to take back your Monday ME and make self-care a priority. We've got 5 self-care tips for taking back the days of our lives. We get you prepped and ready for the new you. Prep healthy food ahead of time. I gave you the example of packing a healthy salad in a mason jar. I love those. Have a water bottle everywhere you go. Pre pack gym clothes Plan ahead outfits Set a social budget If you have some g...

Episode 51: The Great Bra Issue

December 28, 2017 12:00 - 14 minutes - 13 MB

And do you know how to tell if a bra, underwear or socks are expired?  When’s the last time you bought yourself new intimate ware? 80% of women are wearing the wrong bra size!   I am suggesting a formal fitting Choose a bra that fits comfortably Bra Strap diggin' in?! Try going up one size on the Band. (pecks) Rotate! Own 3 bras at a time   NEVER SLEEP IN A BRA Different bras accomplist different things, make sure you have the one for the desired outcome   

Episode 50: Year in Review

December 28, 2017 12:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

  First of all the number one way our listeners get self care is Sleep. We’ve had episode after episode talking with peeps about how sleep is the first thing to go when the shit hits the fan, and it’s the fastest way to get self care when you’re needing it bad.   After sleep, socializing was a top one on the list. Which I find a little different, when I need self care I like to be by myself, you know unplug, but the majority of people say that hanging out or going out with friends to conne...

Episode 51: Year in Review 2017

December 28, 2017 12:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

2017 What a year! We review all the highlights from this first year of podcasting and talk about what's ahead for the Self Care is Sexy podcast.

Episode 52: The Great Bra Issue

December 28, 2017 12:00 - 14 minutes - 13 MB

80% of women are wearing the wrong bra size! You deserve better!

Episode 49: Self Care is Sexy Assessment Tool

December 21, 2017 12:30 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MB

  Section 1. Assess how you feel about yourself. What is your biggest piece of emotional baggage? What are the old patterns you love to repeat? How often do you engage in negative self-talk? Do you try to be something you’re not? What is the best part of you?   Section 2. Assess how well you know or can spot your self-care needs.   What do you want right now? What is at the root of what’s bugging you? Do you consider yourself busy? What is your number one core value? Did you try ...

Episode 50: Self-care assessment

December 21, 2017 12:30 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MB

How's your self-care going? Maybe it's time to check in and see if you need a little more, and tips on how to get it!

Episode 48: Jordan Brick

December 14, 2017 12:30 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

This week, I have a really fun treat for everyone! This week I’m bringing out the man-a-side. It’s that time of month again where I bring you self-care from the male perspective and you guys, have I got a guest for you. This guy is really gonna make you laugh, and brighten your spirits. Which we could all use right about now. And you’ll get to learn some fun self-care tips along the way. It’s a double win this week. We’ve got Dr. Chaos, also known as Jordan Brick himself. He is a self-proclai...

Episode 49: MAN-a-SODE w/ Jordan

December 14, 2017 12:30 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

This week, I have a really fun treat for everyone! This week I’m bringing out the man-a-side. It’s that time of month again where I bring you self-care from the male perspective and you guys, have I got a guest for you. This guy is really gonna make you laugh, and brighten your spirits. Which we could all use right about now. And you’ll get to learn some fun self-care tips along the way. It’s a double win this week. We’ve got Dr. Chaos, also known as Jordan Brick himself. He is a self-proclai...

Episode 47: DIY Self Care kits

December 07, 2017 12:00 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MB

DIY - Self Care Kits You can makes these as great gifts and/or as something nice to do for yourself. You will need: Gift bags Self-care items Fancy pants paper Ideas from “The List” found at www.selfcareissexy.com   Self-care items for The kit can include -   Bath items,   Chocolates, Bottle of wine or tea and.or coffee Scented candles Manicure set Adult coloring book with pens/markers   A journal *extra credit if it’s to yourself and you write positive phrases in the footer...

Episode 48: DIY Self Care kits

December 07, 2017 12:00 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MB

DIY - Self Care Kits You can makes these as great gifts and/or as something nice to do for yourself. You will need: Gift bags Self-care items Fancy pants paper Ideas from “The List” found at www.selfcareissexy.com   Self-care items for The kit can include -   Bath items,   Chocolates, Bottle of wine or tea and.or coffee Scented candles Manicure set Adult coloring book with pens/markers   A journal *extra credit if it’s to yourself and you write positive phrases in the footer...

Episode 47: Loosing your self-care

November 30, 2017 12:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB

Tune in and check out how to tell when your lack of self-care is harming you and your ability to accomplish your goals. 

Episode 46: When we don't get Self-Care

November 30, 2017 12:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB

You find yourself falling asleep in the afternoon at work. Everyone mentions that you're being huffy or snappy. You can'y make a simple decision to save your life, and all of a sudden you really just hate people in general. Could it be a life crisis? Is it time for the drop top on a fanacy car? Or could it be a serious lack of self-care? Tune in and check out how you can tell when lack of self-care is harming you and your ability to accomplish your goals. 

Episode 45: Over stimulated

November 23, 2017 12:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

How to spot when you are becoming over stimulated; Irritability Shuts down Avoids touching or being touched Gets overexcited Covers eyes around bright lights Makes poor eye contact Covers ears to close out sounds Complaints about noises that do not affect others Having difficulty focusing on an activity Constantly changing activities, never completing a task Irritation caused by shoes, socks, tages or different textures Oversensitivity to touch, movement, sights, and/or sounds Ha...

Episode 46: Overstimulation

November 23, 2017 12:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

Too many sounds, awful smells, the temperature is killing you, it's too cold or way too hot, you can't hear yourself think? You my friend, are OVERSTIMULATED! So, now what?

Episode 46: How can I tell when I'm over stimulated?

November 23, 2017 12:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

What to do when you get overstimulate and feel that anxiety spike!

Episode 44: Holiday Crash Plan

November 16, 2017 12:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

The holidays are upon us, and it's time to prepare with a little bit of self-care! A few new ideas to get you through whats sure to be a busy next few months.  I also have some self-care tips for travel; Pack a Self-Care kitPack way ahead of time Wear comfy clotheshave comfort items handy; noise canceling headphones, eye masks, hand lotion, chap stick, and water.Catch up on some readingTry to sleepJournaling time   Take Breaks Do what you are doing  Pick one thing Simplify the meals. Sl...

Episode 45: Holiday Crash Plan

November 16, 2017 12:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

Holidays call for self-care! Tips on getting through without loosing your shit!

Episode 43: FOMO & JOMO

November 09, 2017 12:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

How to spot the Fear of Missing Out;  Parking for any occasion every time you leave the house Drilling the host for info Trying to over book Obsessing over who's gonna be there Texting or social media while at an event Tips for defeating FOMO;  You can go to the thing Don’t make plans - Fly by the seat of your pants Stop comparison Host the thing Think of “Monday Me” Tips for creating JOMO Identify your anxiety -get good at this, it will only serve you in the future Practice int...

Episode 44: FOMO & JOMO

November 09, 2017 12:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

The Joy of Missing out! How staying in can be the best decision you ever made!

Episode 44: FOMO vs JOMO

November 09, 2017 12:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

Ever feel like everyone is having fun without you? Like they have it all figured out? Well, that's the Fear of Missing Out aka FOMO. Today we are talking about the Joy of Missing Out aka JOMO

Episode 43: Mary Shores

November 02, 2017 11:00 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

Mary is the founder and CEO of a multi-million dollar business and also the author of Conscious Communications, a life-changing new self-development book grounded in practical action and scientific evidence, published by Hay House. http://maryshores.com

Episode 43: Interview with Mary Shores

November 02, 2017 11:00 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

I want to introduce you to Ms. Mary Shores! Mary, is the founder and CEO of a multi-million dollar business and also the author of Conscious Communications, a life-changing new self-development book grounded in practical action and scientific evidence, published by Hay House in August 2017. As a single mother, divorcee, and business owner, Mary has gained helpful tools to teach how to overcome adversity, break barrier beliefs, set attainable goals, and take action toward creating a life in a...

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