Ever felt like you’re experiencing a whirlwind of different emotions? One moment you’re down in the dumps and hopeless, another moment you’re agitated and frustrated…?

In this episode of Diary Detours, I’m sharing a voice note I recorded while on a walk one day. It’s messy, raw, and honest. It’s a glimpse into the rollercoaster of thoughts and emotions about my current life. From anxiety and depression, then to moments of clarity,...it’s all here. Maybe you’ve felt this way too. Let’s dive in.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

• Sharing a real and unfiltered voice note recorded during an emotional low point.
• Struggling with anxiety, frustration, and feeling stuck in the moment.
• Unexpected ways to release built-up tension (yes, throw pillows are involved).
• Reflecting on how journaling becomes a companion during tough times.
• Embracing the messy, imperfect reality of human emotions.
• Finding clarity and self-compassion through raw expression.

RESOURCES

• Grab a journal from my shop: www.thestreetsofourlives.xyz/shop
• Want a free journal download? Leave a review + get the Apology Avenue Journal: https://www.thestreetsofourlives.xyz/free-journal-download

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Ever feel frustrated when you’re told to “just take a deep breath” or “calm down” when anxiety arises? What if the key isn’t to fix anxiety, but to connect with it in a meaningful way?

In this episode of the Guidance Grove series, we speak to licensed therapist, Gabrielle Gonzalez, to explore an approach that doesn’t seek to erase anxiety but instead embraces it with wisdom and compassion.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

• Discover why traditional advice like “take a deep breath” may miss the point for anxious individuals.
• Learn about the concept of “connection over correction” and how it can transform your relationship with anxiety.
• Hear how simple shifts in body awareness can naturally calm the nervous system without force.
• Find out why embracing opposing emotions, like anxiety and confidence, can bring balance and intentionality to your actions.
• Experience the power of guided movement and visualization.
• A powerful moment where Lina embodies the "carefree" part of herself, showing how connection with emotions can lead to physical relaxation.
• Explore how the body’s intelligence often surpasses the brain’s control and what this means for calming anxious sensations.
• Listen to relatable stories and practical tips from Gaby, who brings her personal experience with anxiety into powerful therapeutic insights.

GUEST INFO

Check out Gaby's website: www.mindfulrevampinc.com/

Follow Gaby on Instagram: www.instagram.com/therapywithgaby/

Get her FREE Emotional Processing Guide here: www.mindfulrevampinc.com/free-guide

MORE RESOURCES

• Somatic Exercises for Anxiety: A Comprehensive Guide to Calming Your Mind and Body: neurolaunch.com/somatic-exercises-for-anxiety/
• Definition of "Emote": psychology-lexicon.com/cms/glossary/38-glossary-e/11233-emote.html

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Have you ever felt like you're regressing when life is supposed to be moving forward?

In this episode of Diary Detours, I’m sharing a diary entry and poem I wrote after I turned 30. It’s a journey into the emotions of feeling stuck, scared, and regressing—but also an opportunity to heal old wounds. Maybe you’ve felt this way, too.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

• Reflecting on turning 30 and feeling like I'm regressing emotionally
• Recounting a difficult year with big life changes and suppressed emotions
• Living in a situation that echoes childhood fears of criticism and invisibility
• Understanding how childhood survival instincts still affect me as an adult
• Finding blessings within life’s challenges

RESOURCES:

• Journals to help you day to day

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