Human connections shift and change all the time. Knowing how to identify and address those shifts can allow you to strengthen your self-awareness, respect and maturity. Has your friend group changed and you’re not sure how to manage the change? Tune in!   Change is inevitable My friendship journey  Observations and Learnings  How to identify When a friendship has changed and why  Focus on what changed vs. what went wrong  Accepting the things you can not change  Creating friend categories Communicating your needs Tweetable Quotes: “True friendship comes when the silence between two people is comfortable.” - David Tyson Resources: Never Unfriended by Lisa Jo Baker  If you want to support what we do here, then SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, and Leave a REVIEW on all major podcast platforms. Connect and Follow me on Instagram: @growthwhereplanted Give yourself more room to grow, check out the previous episodes on our website http://growthwhereplanted.love/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growth-where-planted/support

Life is a balancing act. Learning when and how to rebalance is vital for our success and happiness. Throughout this episode, we’ll be discussing how to work through those moments in life when things feel off and place yourself in the position for a lasting shift in the positive direction. I’m sure we can all relate so stay tuned. The Juggling Act Getting Caught Up In The Routine of Life  The Importance of Resetting Story Time Framework For Checking In & Resetting  Protecting Your Peace  Journaling  Self-Care and Accountability Resources and Close  Tweetable Quotes: “Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.” - James Baldwin “Your peace and happiness as non-negotiable. ” - Breonna B Resources: Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself by Dr. Joe Dispenza   Stop Self-Sabotage: Six Steps to Unlock Your True Motivation, Harness Your Willpower, and Get Out of Your Own Way by Judy Ho If you want to support what we do here, then SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, and Leave a REVIEW on all major podcast platforms. Connect and Follow me on Instagram: @growthwhereplanted Give yourself more room to grow, check out the previous episodes on our website http://growthwhereplanted.love/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growth-where-planted/support

Let's get real about unhealthy relationships and how to safely make the transition to a more peaceful environment. Take a moment to take a listen! Unhealthy relationships The Importance of Exiting Unhealthy Relationships Story Time Dissecting and classifying an important relationship   The Importance of Me Time Creating a support system of safety  Creating an exit plan  Tweetable Quotes: “Toxic people attach themselves like cinder blocks tied to your ankles, and then invite you for a swim in their poisoned waters.” - John Mark Green “ There is always a way out.” - Breonna B. Resources: Freedom From Toxic Relationships: Moving On from the Family, Work, and Relationship Issues That Bring You Down by Avril Carruthers https://www.thehotline.org/ If you want to support what we do here, then SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, and Leave a REVIEW on all major podcast platforms. Connect and Follow me on Instagram: @growthwhereplanted Give yourself more room to grow, check out the previous episodes on our website http://growthwhereplanted.love/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growth-where-planted/support

This episode is about discussing self-care and the importance to carve out time to invest in you. Be sure to check it out!  Self-Care  The Importance of Prioritizing Self- Care Story Time Dissecting Your Understanding of Self-Care   Your self-care education What has prevented you from prioritizing your self-care?  Are you waiting for permission to invest n yourself?  Reframing self-care  Establishing boundaries  Resources and Close  Resources for this episode See links below Final words/Announcement Tweetable Quotes: “A healthy self-love means we have no compulsion to justify to ourselves or others why we take vacations, why we sleep late, why we buy new shoes, why we spoil ourselves from time to time. We feel comfortable doing things which add quality and beauty to life” - Andrew Matthews “Guilt is not a tool of self reflection, it’s a debilitating net of confusion and one sided perception.” - Breonna B Resources: 10% Happier: How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge, and Found Self-Help That Actually Works--A True Story by Dan Harris If you want to support what we do here, then SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, and Leave a REVIEW on all major podcast platforms. Connect and Follow me on Instagram: @growthwhereplanted Give yourself more room to grow, check out the previous episodes on our website http://growthwhereplanted.love/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growth-where-planted/support

Life is full of unexpected changes. Sometimes those changes can knock us off of our feet and confused on how to move forward. Having a process for healing after those moments can create a space of natural recovery and personal understanding. Be sure to tune in! Healing - [00:01 – 03:30] Healing The Importance of Understanding Life Changes and Recovery Story Time Reflecting on major life events and how to reach recovery  - [03:42 – 100:00] Think about a major life change and what emotions come up Word association, describing and dissecting the themes around the event Every event in life serves a purpose, negative or positive The importance of working with a mental health professional Minimizing trigger exposure Journal as you reflect Resources and Close - [10:00- 11:59] Resources for this episode See links below Final words/Announcement Tweetable Quotes: “Trauma is personal. It does not disappear if it is not validated. When it is ignored or invalidated the silent screams continue internally heard only by the one held captive. When someone enters the pain and hears the screams, healing can begin.” - Danielle Bernock “You can not heal in the same space that hurt you. ” - Breonna B "As you're going through your healing journey or just reflecting on what you've been through, it's going to be important to minimize exposure, to known triggers as you work to recover.” - Breonna B. Resources: It Didn’t Start With You by Mark Wolynn The Power of Letting Go by John Purkiss If you want to support what we do here, then SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, and Leave a REVIEW on all major podcast platforms. Connect and Follow me on Instagram: @growthwhereplanted Give yourself more room to grow, check out the previous episodes on our website http://growthwhereplanted.love/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growth-where-planted/support

Welcome back to another episode, Growth Where Planted. Today, we are joined by none other than David Mulonas to talk about managing your finances better and budgeting like a pro. David provides a refreshing view on personal finance with a side of humor. He also shares offbeat current events and real-life experiences. He and his producers crack jokes while also diving into financial literacy and success. This podcast finds the perfect balance between having a laugh and getting down to business. David is a published author and accomplished corporate project manager in the IT field. His book I'm Not Flipping Burgers When I'm 70! explores personal finance, budgeting, homeownership, and investing for the future. David also launched a project called the Personal Finance Squad, in which he offers guidance on all areas of budgeting and achieving financial freedom. You don’t want to miss this episode, so stay tuned! Budgeting Like A Pro - [00:01 – 05:34] Insight into the episode. Introduction to our guest, David Mulonas. Background and Passion. The importance of budgeting. Society facts on budgeting. A hidden epidemic in this country. The Positive Mindset of Money - [05:35 – 17:09] David shares his story with money. How he builds his way of thinking with money  The mindset of money. Life is a collective piece of things. The value of working hard and being smart. David’s first formal introduction to budgeting. David shares his biggest mistakes and learnings along the way. Final realization. You have to care; if you don’t, you won’t do it. Managing Good Debt - [17:10 – 25:30] Debt to income ratio. Managing the good debt. Understanding assets and liabilities The financing and debt strategy. Resources and Close - [25:31 – 27:51] Budgeting App resources for this episode See links below Final words Tweetable Quotes: “Take away the material side of things when you are just starting out.” - David Mulonas. “Unless something happens to you catastrophically, there is no reason for you to have a credit card debt.” - David Mulonas. “It’s not frugality, but understanding what you have with the money to make good choices with it.” - David Mulonas. Resources: Mint Intuit Budgeting App Good Budget App  David’s Budget Worksheet Templates You can follow David on Linkedin, Instagram, Twitter, Tiktok, and Facebook. Be sure to check out his Youtube and visit his website at www.somethingonmymind.net. If you want to support what we do here, then SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, and Leave a REVIEW on all major podcast platforms. Connect and Follow me on Instagram: @growthwhereplanted Give yourself more room to grow; check out the previous episodes on our website http://growthwhereplanted.love/. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growth-where-planted/support

Being self-aware requires balance. A balance of  personal escape and accountability. Maintaining that balance can allow for personal growth, healthy relationship and personal peace. We could all learn a thing or two, so keep listening. Self-Awareness - [00:01 – 03:13] Self-awareness Internal & External Awareness Story Time Understanding and improving your internal awareness and  - [03:13 – 07:43] Rate your level of awareness Would you consider yourself as a forgiving person? To yourself as well? How do you receive advice or feedback? Just from people close to you? Do you find difficulty apologizing? Do you apologize frequently for everyday actions? Create an honesty circle The importance of working with a mental health professional Journal to process through common fears Resources and Close - [07:44 – 08:34] Resources for this episode See links below Final words Tweetable Quotes: “Find out who we are and do it on purpose” - Dolly Parton  “Being self-aware requires balance. A balance of personal escape and accountability.” - Breonna B "Create an honesty...two to three people that you trust that can give you the real, the truth and not truth to hurt you, not using truth as a weapon, not taking jabs at you, but being very clear with you about who you are as a person from their vantage point.” - Breonna B. Resources: The Surprising Truth About How Others See Us, How We See Ourselves, and Why the Answers Matter More Than We Think by Tasha Eurich The Self-Awareness Podcast by Aaron Dodge If you want to support what we do here, then SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, and Leave a REVIEW on all major podcast platforms. Connect and Follow me on Instagram: @growthwhereplanted Give yourself more room to grow, check out the previous episodes on our website http://growthwhereplanted.love/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growth-where-planted/support

Welcome back to another episode Growth Where Planted. Today we are joined by none other than Rebecca Lowrie. During this episode, we’re exploring how to listen to your body and create a safe space in the bedroom. You don’t want to miss this episode, so stay tuned. Boundaries and Consent - [00:01 – 12:33] Insight into the episode Introduction to our guest, Rebecca Lowrie Background Definition of Boundaries Importance of Establishing Boundaries Story Time Diving Into the Challenges of Establishing Boundaries Learning Full Bodied Responses - [12:44 – 20:16] Acceptance of where you are: What was your introduction to sex? How would you rate your overall boundary setting skills 1-10? With your partner, are conversations about sex open?  Leveraging Therapy to Unpack Struggles with Consent Learning and Practicing Full Bodied Yes, Nos and Maybes  Resources and Close - [20:18 – 22:12] Resources for this episode See links below Final words Tweetable Quotes: "You have the right to feel comfortable and respected in every aspect of your life. Especially in the bedroom.” - Breonna B. "Know that you matter, your thoughts and feelings matter, your sexual needs and wants matter, your sexual boundaries and sexual health matter. -That is the definition of sexual empowerment." - Miya Yamanouchi “If you don't know that you have bodily authority, and if you don't know how to express your boundaries, it's going to lead to some trouble and trauma and upset for sure.” - Rebecca Lowrie “[It's] our absolute God given right to say yes or no to what happens to us and how we express ourselves.” - Rebecca Lowrie Resources: Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself 101 Meditations for Life, Business and Bedroom Success You can follow Rebecca on Instagram. Be sure to check our her podcast and visit her website.  If you want to support what we do here, then SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, and Leave a REVIEW on all major podcast platforms. Connect and Follow me on Instagram: @growthwhereplanted Give yourself more room to grow, check out the previous episodes on our website http://growthwhereplanted.love/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growth-where-planted/support

Living in the full breath of honesty can be difficult. In this episode of Growth Where Planted Podcast, we’ll be talking all about Honesty. Honesty - [00:01 – 02:20] What is Honesty? Trustworthy Loyal Fair Sincere Story Time Gravitating Towards a life of authenticity and honesty - [02:21 – 0:0] What does honesty mean to you? What’s your example of honesty? Your example of living in the truth Identify people in your life who are unapologetically themselves and honest Have conversations and learn from them The importance of being you! Understand that being honest may not work for everyone and that’s okay Resources and Close - [06:39 – 07:45] Resources for this episode See links below Final words Tweetable Quotes: “If there is one lesson I've learned from failure and success, it's this. I am not the outcome. I am never the result. I am only the effort. - Kamal Ravikant “Disappointment and building upon trust are two key elements to honesty that can allow you to live unapologetically, and build genuine relationships.” - Breonna B “Be mindful of how honesty can be used as a weapon.” - Breonna B “Avoiding living in your truth is a self-sabotaging behavior.” - Breonna B “You should never stop being you!” - Breonna B Resources: Radical Honesty: How to Transform Your Life by Telling The Truth - Brad Blanton Living The Truth: Transform Your Life Through the Power of Insight and Honesty - Keith Ablow MD If you want to support what we do here, then SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, and Leave a REVIEW on all major podcast platforms. Connect and Follow me on Instagram: @growthwhereplanted Give yourself more room to grow, check out the previous episodes on our website http://growthwhereplanted.love/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growth-where-planted/support

Welcome back to another episode Growth Where Planted. Today we are joined by none other than Bobi Gentry Goodwin. This week, we’re talking about how to prepare yourself for the journey of managing depression. You don’t want to miss this episode, so stay tuned. Depression - [00:01 – 07:44] Insight into the episode Introduction to our guest, Bobi Gentry Goodwin Background and Passion Definition of depression Managing depression and pain Story Time Owning your experiences The Rewarding Journey - [07:45 – 16:03] Acceptance of where you are: What’s your current understanding about depression? What is your current understanding about managing depression? Do you know anyone who has been professionally diagnosed with depression? Being strategic on how you manage your depression If you believe you may have depression or you’re struggling mentally, please seek professional support An important tip from Bobi Managing Depression requires introspection Resources and Close - [16:04 – 18:31] Resources for this episode See links below Final words Tweetable Quotes: “Any time in your life there can be emotional pain, physical pain, spiritual pain, and I think that is a strong indication that something is under the surface.” - Bobi Gentry Goodwin “If you don’t manage depression it will manage you. And it tends to get worse over time if it is unmanaged, and it can really impact the quality of your life.” - Bobi Gentry Goodwin “Take one or two steps towards the path that you want to go. And patience is essential in that, because you might not land where you want to land.  It might not be immediate, but those ripples can sometimes turn into waves, and those waves can definitely bring you to the place where you want to go.” - Bobi Gentry Goodwin “Sadness is but a wall between two gardens.” - Khalil Gibran Resources: The Upward Spiral: Using Neuroscience to Reverse the Course of Depression, One Small Change at a Time by Alex Korb Crisis Text Line Psychology Today You can follow Bobi on Instagram. Be sure to check our her Youtube and visit her website at https://bobigentrygoodwin.com/ If you want to support what we do here, then SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, and Leave a REVIEW on all major podcast platforms. Connect and Follow me on Instagram: @growthwhereplanted Give yourself more room to grow, check out the previous episodes on our website http://growthwhereplanted.love/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growth-where-planted/support