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Radical Self-Care Tips from Dr. Julie Hanks
Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s essential. Prioritizing mental and emotional health might seem pointless, but even small acts of self-care can make a big difference. In this post you’ll find my radical self-care routine.

Healing Aspirational Shame: One Mormon Woman's Journey
It wasn’t until my early teens that I recognized the dilemma that I was facing. I wanted a lot for my life, for my career, for my creative expression. I knew that I wanted to pursue a helping profession and that I wanted to express myself through songwriting and singing. But because I had internalized the message that a woman’s role was to sacrifice for her family, I started believing that my aspirations were not good, and not of God. I was hearing that God wanted me to be a wife and a mother, and I knew that that was true, but I wanted other things for my life, too. I began to wonder and eventually believe that something was wrong with me for having such strong creative desires and educational and professional aspirations. Did I have to choose between having a family and having a career?

Valuing Your Contribution: She's Simply Amazing Podcast
I recently had the opportunity to chat with Carrie Brinton about women's contributions. Whether in our homes or in the workplace, it's easy to downplay or diminish the labor we perform. I encourage all women to reclaim their value and understand that they matter just as much as anyone else.
Building Resilience During the Pandemic: The Mom Show Podcast
I recently had the opportunity to discuss how moms can build resilience during the pandemic with Lindsay Aerts of The Mom Show. Living through a pandemic can increase stress and anxiety as moms face challenges such as canceled plans, loss of childcare, and isolation. Resilience is what helps us get through these and other difficult situations.