Today I revisit an old, emotionally impactful journal entry from many years ago when I was experiencing a difficult transition in my life and experiencing a lot of self-judgement. I give a heartfelt response of comfort to my younger self and find the life lesson that can be applied to the present moment. Finally, I end with an improvised meditation and some affirmations on self-love. Trigger warning: although I have tried to keep it as clean as possible, there is mention of difficult subject matters such as suicidal thoughts.

I hope this emotionally vulnerable episode helps someone, in some way.

Please take good care of yourselves and all of those that you love.

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Chapter 2: Innocence

1. Consistency & Reliability
2. Being Seen & Heard
3. Having a Voice
4. Importance of Play
5. New Experiences
6. Navigating Fear
7. Vulnerability
8. Safe People
9. Self-Soothing

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BREATHING IS ACTION is a meditative affirmation podcast for teens and adults. For everyone, everywhere. Let's be the change we want to see in the world!

Writing, research and production by: Macie Leblanc-Smith

Editing by: Macie Leblanc-Smith, Marc-Olivier Plouffe

Music during meditation: Stay Near by Luwaks on Epidemic Sound.
Music for intro and outro: Overthinker (instrumental version) by Mindme on Epidemic Sound.

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