Hello - it's your messy friend <3 I have been off healing my heart for a little over a year. Today I share what brought me back to this podcast, what took me away from it, and why doing things just because you like to is such a worthwhile endeavor. I'm aiming to release weekly episodes from here on out - talk soon and take care, friends, and as always... thank you for being here :) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yourmessyfriend/message

Hi friends, In this quick episode, I elaborate on something I said in the last episode: "I don't let people talk to me like sh*t." xoxo YMF :) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yourmessyfriend/message

Hi my loves, Today I'm coming at you live from the comfort of my bed, a little hungover after a fun night out with friends! I use being hungover as an example of how we can rewrite our narratives and break patterns when negative feelings, like shame, come up. When we start being present in our lives, we can notice these patterns. When we notice the pattern, we can intervene. When we intervene, we are caring for ourselves and building a relationship with ourselves. It's awesome! I empower you to step in and be your own cheerleader. 10/10 recommendation: immediately after finishing this episode, listen to "Cheerleader" by Omi and dance to it/sing it to yourself. "Oh I think that I found myself a cheerleader!" :) xoxo YMF --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yourmessyfriend/message

Hello my messy friends :) I am back from an unintentional hiatus. This episode is mostly a recap of the last few weeks with some life lesson-themes sprinkled in. I talk about how flying challenged me to trust myself and the evidence that negated the old, anxiety-driven stories I was telling myself. I also share about how the Universe has repeatedly forced me into focusing on what I can control, and letting go of the rest.  As always, I am grateful to you for listening and self conscious that this is a tangent with no through-line. HOWEVER - the evidence (you returning week after week, listening back to confirm, etc) would conclude that these episodes are generally very cohesive and that you enjoy them. So, that is the story I will be telling myself as I post this and start watching The Bear right after (have you seen it yet?? I'm excited!) xoxo Your Messy Friend :) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yourmessyfriend/message

Hello my messy, exhausted, saucy, wonderful friends <3 In this episode, we consider the validity of the concept that there's nothing we can't do.... in a world that is totally out of our control (even if Tampax Pearl might argue otherwise). I share that I feel there is, in fact, SO MUCH I can't do, and what a relief it is to just accept that. I also illustrate my experience of burnout, known as the Burnout train to Burnout city (where I meet a judgmental judge who judges me for being there in the first place. Oh yeah. We lean way the hell in.) As always, I hope something I've said resonates with you. If so, the next time YOU have reached burnout city, I hope you'll consider throwing a big tantrum, declaring how tired you are and simply quitting for the time being. You are worthy of that moment; go claim it. Thank you so much for listening. Talk to you next time. xoxo YMF :) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yourmessyfriend/message

Like a voice message from a friend, this episode is captured and given to you from the street. I just couldn’t wait to tell you: you oughta give yourself whatever the f*ck you want today. What is it that you want today? What would just feel… easy? xoxo, Your Messy Friend. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yourmessyfriend/message

Hi my messy friends :) Today I ponder what the world might look like if we could all just slow down, pause and enjoy the little things. ~*Happy Birthday*~ to my beautiful, strong Mama! xoxo, Your Messy Friend :) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yourmessyfriend/message

Hello my beloved messy friends :) In today's episode, you get a good look at my inner critic. I process that in real time and share my thoughts on having boundaries with ourselves, taking action to support our #bestlife and how gratitude can turn a moment, day, life around. In light of the tragic overturn of Roe v Wade, please consider making a donation to the Love Land Foundation with funds therapy for Black women and girls. TW Black maternal mortality: Black women experience maternal mortality two to three times higher than that of white women in the US (CDC, April 2022). This decision impacts Black women and trans/non-binary AFAB folks more than anyone else. If you can, please make a donation by following the link below or going to thelovelandfoundation.org: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/NzU4MzM= CDC article: https://www.cdc.gov/healthequity/features/maternal-mortality/index.html xoxo Your Messy Friend (PS forgot my identifiers - Kayleigh, they/she, gender fluid and queer ((happy Pride!!)) White, German/Polish American. Cap sun, Sag moon, Virgo rising. The Advocate/INFJ:) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yourmessyfriend/message

Hi, my messy friends! In today's tangential episode, I weave together thoughts about depression, getting in touch with our desires and fears, being an ally to ourselves and how that might allow us to show up more fully for others.  My anti-fear manifesto: I'm grateful for this space to practice vulnerability and grow my emotional endurance.  What's your anti-fear manifesto? xoxo Your Messy Friend :) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yourmessyfriend/message

HAPPY PRIDE MONTH!!!! In this episode, I talk about how I recently went to church and quickly realized the pastor was homophobic (!!), and how the spirit of Jesus him/themself, or my highest self, dealt with it. I also talk about the difference between accepting and embracing the people in your life for who they are. I hope that something I've said resonates with you or at least makes you laugh, and to all of my queers out there: I LOVE YOU! YOU ARE VALID! I HOPE YOU WEAR A CROP TOP THIS MONTH! xoxo Your Messy Friend :) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yourmessyfriend/message