Welcome to The Gifted Present Podcast! This episode is our season finale, and we’ll be closing out this season with unpacking self-reflection! Join us as we discuss our podcast journey and use reflective questions to further unpack lessons that we’ve learned so far. Whether you’re working through your own projects or even just emerging out of pandemic restrictions, it’s so important to take time to reflect on the experience before moving onto the next thing! Follow along on this episode to help begin your reflective process. Audio Episodes available on Wednesdays on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and SoundCloud. Video Episodes available on Thursdays on YouTube. Follow us on Social! Instagram: @TheGiftedPresent TikTok: @TheGiftedPresent Sehlynn: @sehlynnssii Jess: @j.jesskim Jess’ website: http://www.jjesskim.com Intro Music: Fashion – John Yasutis Outro Music: Awakening Instrumental – Wataboi Resources The Benefits of Self Reflection https://cubetltd.com/2020/02/benefits-of-self-reflection/

Welcome to The Gifted Present Podcast! In this episode, we’ll be unpacking self-care and sharing tips and ideas for creating a self-care routine or plan that will actually stick! Audio Episodes available on Wednesdays on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and SoundCloud. Video Episodes available on Thursdays on YouTube. Follow us on Social! Instagram: @TheGiftedPresent TikTok: @TheGiftedPresent Sehlynn: @sehlynnssii Jess: @j.jesskim Jess’ website: http://www.jjesskim.com Intro Music: Fashion – John Yasutis Outro Music: Awakening Instrumental – Wataboi Resources The Radical History of Self-care https://www.teenvogue.com/story/the-radical-history-of-self-care What is Self-care and why is it Critical for your Health? https://www.everydayhealth.com/self-care/ 7 Types of Self-care and why you Need them https://www.healthcoachinstitute.com/motivational/7-types-of-self-care/

Welcome to The Gifted Present Podcast! In this episode, we’ll be unpacking body image and body neutrality! Featured small business: Lucille and Annie’s Poundcakes Website: https://www.lucilleandanniespoundcakes.com/ IG: @landapoundcakespdx Audio Episodes available on Wednesdays on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and SoundCloud. Video Episodes available on Thursdays on YouTube. Follow us on Social! Instagram: @TheGiftedPresent TikTok: @TheGiftedPresent Sehlynn: @sehlynnssii Jess: @j.jesskim Jess’ website: http://www.jjesskim.com Intro Music: Fashion – John Yasutis Outro Music: Awakening Instrumental – Wataboi Resources From New York to Instagram: The history of the body positivity movement https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z2w7dp3 What is Body Positivity? https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-body-positivity-4773402 Tips for growing positive body image https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/learn/general-information/ten-steps Lizzo Criticized Body Positivity. Here’s what you need to know about Body Neutrality https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2021/04/22/lizzo-criticized-body-positivity-what-body-neutrality/7317015002/ How to Practice Body Neutrality (Very Well Mind) https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-practice-body-neutrality-5120914 How to Practice Body Neutrality (Healthline) https://www.healthline.com/health/body-neutrality#psychology

Welcome to The Gifted Present Podcast! In this episode, we’ll be unpacking pets and pet therapy. As much as we want to gush about how amazing our pets are, we made sure to include helpful information on the many benefits of pet ownership. So, make sure to grab your fur babies and sit with us on this one! Featured small business: MisterOk’s Essentials Website: https://www.misteroksessentials.com/ IG: @misteroksessentials Audio Episodes available on Wednesdays on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and SoundCloud. Video Episodes available on Thursdays on YouTube. Follow us on Social! Instagram: @TheGiftedPresent TikTok: @TheGiftedPresent Sehlynn: @sehlynnssii Jess: @j.jesskim Jess’ website: http://www.jjesskim.com Intro Music: Fashion – John Yasutis Outro Music: Awakening Instrumental – Wataboi Resources CDC - About Pets & People https://www.cdc.gov/healthypets/health-benefits/index.html#:~:text=Studies%20have%20shown%20that%20the,Decreased%20cholesterol%20levels Health Guide - The Health and Mood-Boosting Benefits of Pets https://www.helpguide.org/articles/mental-health/mood-boosting-power-of-dogs.htm 7 Scientifically Proven Health Benefits Of Being a Cat Owner https://www.goodnet.org/articles/7-scientifically-proven-health-benefits-being-cat-owner An Examination of Adult Women’s Sleep Quality and Sleep Routines in Relation to Pet Ownership and Bedsharing https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/08927936.2018.1529354

Welcome to The Gifted Present Podcast! Join us as we wrap up our AAPI Heritage Month series by discussing the steps it takes to turn discussions and ideas into action. Featured small business: ShareSelfCare Website: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShareSelfCare IG & TikTok: @swoosiefoodie, @shareselfcare Audio Episodes available on Wednesdays on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and SoundCloud. Video Episodes available on Thursdays on YouTube. Follow us on Social! Instagram: @TheGiftedPresent TikTok: @TheGiftedPresent Sehlynn: @sehlynnssii Jess: @j.jesskim Jess’ website: http://www.jjesskim.com Intro Music: Fashion – John Yasutis Outro Music: Awakening Instrumental – Wataboi Resources Asian Americans Advancing Justice https://www.advancingjustice-aajc.org/ National Asian Pacific American Women’s Forum https://www.napawf.org/ Asian American Journalists Association https://www.aaja.org/

Welcome to The Gifted Present Podcast! We are unpacking how racism specifically affects mental health. As we share our stories, we hope that you will be encouraged to explore your own and share it with the world. Featured small business: Nerd Square Website: https://nerdsq.com/ IG & TikTok: @nerdsq Thank you for the recommendation! @jehuislas Audio Episodes available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and SoundCloud. Video Episodes available on YouTube. Follow us on Social! Instagram: @TheGiftedPresent TikTok: @TheGiftedPresent Sehlynn: @sehlynnssii Jess: @j.jesskim Intro Music: Fashion – John Yasutis Outro Music: Awakening Instrumental – Wataboi Resources Measuring Racism's Psychological Impact on Asian Americans https://www.verywellmind.com/measuring-psychological-impact-racism-asian-americans-5120413 How to Recognize and Cope with Racial Trauma https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/racial-trauma#finding-support Stop AAPI Hate National Report https://secureservercdn.net/104.238.69.231/a1w.90d.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/210312-Stop-AAPI-Hate-National-Report-.pdf The mental health impact of anti-Asian racism https://www.apa.org/monitor/2021/07/impact-anti-asian-racism

Welcome to The Gifted Present Podcast! We are unpacking the Asian immigrant experience in today’s episode. As we share our stories, we hope that you will be encouraged to explore your own and share it with the world. Featured small business: Sabbatical Beauty https://sabbaticalbeauty.com/ IG & TikTok: @sabbaticalbeauty Audio Episodes available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and SoundCloud. Follow us on Social! Instagram: @TheGiftedPresent TikTok: @TheGiftedPresent Sehlynn: @sehlynnssii Jess: @j.jesskim Intro Music: Fashion – John Yasutis Outro Music: Awakening Instrumental – Wataboi Resources The Adjustment of Asian American Families to the U.S. Context: The Ecology of Strengths and Stress https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/17272159.pdf

Welcome to The Gifted Present Podcast! We are starting a 4-part series for AAPI Month and are kicking off this series with unpacking Asian American history. Let’s uncover some of the stifled stories of the past and start putting ourselves back into the narrative so that our stories never become lost in history. Follow us on Social! Instagram: @TheGiftedPresent TikTok: @TheGiftedPresent Sehlynn: @sehlynnssii Jess: @j.jesskim Intro Music: Fashion – John Yasutis Outro Music: Awakening Instrumental – Wataboi Resources The Making of Asian America: A History http://www.erikalee.org/the-making-of-asian-america/ The Model Minority Myth https://depts.washington.edu/sibl/Publications/Model%20Minority%20Section%20(2011).pdf

Welcome to The Gifted Present Podcast! In this episode, we are going to be unpacking loneliness and diving deeper into the idea that healthy relationships with others start with having a healthy relationship with yourself. Follow us on Social! Instagram: @TheGiftedPresent TikTok: @TheGiftedPresent Sehlynn: @sehlynnssii Jess: @j.jesskim Intro Music: Fashion – John Yasutis Outro Music: Awakening Instrumental – Wataboi Resources Online Dating Industry https://www.toptal.com/finance/business-model-consultants/online-dating-industry Hinge Statistics https://thedatingapocalypse.com/stats/ Most Americans are Lonely and our Workplace Culture may not be Helping https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2020/01/23/798676465/most-americans-are-lonely-and-our-workplace-culture-may-not-be-helping What is Loneliness? https://www.verywellmind.com/loneliness-causes-effects-and-treatments-2795749 Loneliness and Effects on Health https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25910392/

Welcome to The Gifted Present Podcast! We are kicking off our series with unpacking best friendships and women friendships. Be present with us as we talk about complicated friendships, unrealistic expectations, and deep lessons that can be learned from watching Jersey Shore. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Social! Instagram: @TheGiftedPresent TikTok: @TheGiftedPresent Sehlynn: @sehlynnssii Jess: @j.jesskim Intro Music: Fashion – John Yasutis Outro Music: Awakening Instrumental – Wataboi Resources UCLA Study on Friendship Among Women http://www.anapsid.org/cnd/gender/tendfend.html Why Women’s Friendships are so Complicated https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2018/06/womens-friendships-are-complicated/563945/ Girlfriends are the New Husbands https://www.salon.com/2004/10/04/girlfriends_2/