The power of naming your feelings + 4am conversations: 11 ways to boost your mood postpartum

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Ever found yourself answering the question "How are you?" with the automaton response of "fine" or "busy", not truly acknowledging your feelings? In this raw and candid discussion, I reflect on my personal journey through a challenging postpartum period, revealing the transformative power of naming our emotions and speaking our truth. Join me as I take you through that vulnerable moment at 4 am when I consciously chose to be honest about my feelings, marking a turning point in my emotional health journey.

Ah Ha Moments:

• Personal vulnerable story from the fourth trimester and how when you find right words to describe how you are feeling you can help let it go
• List of 11 things you can do when you're feeling down in the dumps
• Discussion on how naming your feelings and asking for when you need can and will help you move on

From this personal experience, I derived a list of 11 simple but effective strategies to lift your spirits when feeling low. I share these strategies with you, from verbalizing your emotions to enjoying a hot drink or getting outdoors. The beauty of these techniques is that they're all within your reach, providing a groundwork for self-care and emotional wellness. So, let's begin this journey together, transcending the ordinary responses of "fine" or "busy" and genuinely connecting with our emotions. Let's dive into an honest and heartfelt conversation about navigating the challenging terrain of our emotions.

Tune in to "4 a.m. conversations" to get your needs met and acknowledge feelings as they are. Remember to rate and subscribe so you get all the episodes!

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The Fourth Trimester Prep Program - www.the4thtrimester.net

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Meet Kayla Huszar, the Host of the Chill Like a Mother Podcast

Kayla Huszar is a Registered Social Worker and Expressive Arts Therapist who helps mothers reconnect with their authentic selves through embodied art-making. She encourages moms to embrace the messy, beautiful realities of their unique motherhood journeys. Whether through the podcast, 1:1 sessions or her signature Motherload Membership, Kayla creates a brave space for mothers to explore their identities beyond parenting, reconnect with their intuition, and find creative outlets for emotional expression and self-discovery.

Thank you for letting me be a part of your day—kids running amok and all! If this episode helped you feel a little more chill, please leave a rating or review. Your feedback helps the podcast reach more moms who need to hear it.