Changing Your Negative Thinking

Have you ever felt frozen, stuck, or like life is just moving too fast to catch up? In this episode, Char explores the idea of a gentle reset—using playful inspiration from old Nintendo games (yes, Mario!)—to help you pause, release the weight you’re carrying, and get back into your flow.Through humor, heart, and practical guidance, you’ll learn how to notice when you’re overloaded, how to stop blaming yourself for carrying too much, and a simple tool to begin resetting your own life—without pressure or perfection.Whether you’re feeling heavy, scattered, or just need a moment to breathe, this episode will remind you that you have the power to press pause and start fresh.Email: [email protected] Website: www.healinglightwellness.com Social Media: @thecharlenesmart

We'll explore how writing down your thoughts and feelings gives them a gentle space to be acknowledged, understood, and gently processed. —so they no longer have to live quietly inside you.

Join host Charlene Smart as she shares her experience with negative self-esteem and her negative self-view. In this episode, you'll learn: Importance of acknowledging your negative thoughtsHow to change your life by looking deeper than your own negative self-viewIdentify the small changes you have the power to makeSubscribe to this podcast today!

What started as an accidental press of the power button became a powerful wake-up call. In this episode, I share how mindless scrolling slowly drains our energy, joy, and focus—and how reclaiming where we place our attention can help us return to ourselves. If you’ve ever felt pulled into the abyss of the internet and wondered why you feel more tired and disconnected afterward, this conversation is for you.

In this episode, I share why choosing to intentionally “check out” and rest is essential—especially when life makes it feel impossible. We explore how waiting until burnout or illness forces rest, and how scheduling a check-out day can help you protect your energy, nervous system, and well-being.

We explore the tender and often painful space that openswhen the people we love, rely on, or care about don’t meet our emotional needs.We explore the internal struggle, the interpersonal relationships as well as identifying what we “need” and how to communicate it. Connect with me: linktr.ee/healinglightwellnessonline

Is your emotional basket overflowing with stress, expectations, and feelings that just don’t seem to fit anymore? In this episode, we talk about how to recognize when your basket is full, how to sort through what’s inside, and how to make space for calm and joy again. It’s a reminder that we don’t have to carry everything — and it’s okay to set some things down.Catch up with Char:linktr.ee/healinglightwellnessonlineSchedule a session with Char: https://healinglightwellness.as.me/

We'll explore how the victim in me called to other predators and the experiences that have taken place. I also have an AHA moment where I realize how the knowledge of my trauma was used to manipulate me. *Free Download: "Release the Emotional Grip of Trauma" https://tinyurl.com/traumareleaseguide Connect with me: https://linktr.ee/healinglightwellnessonline

I share my personal journey of healing, emphasizing that healing is a continuous process that builds upon itself. I recount a recent experience during jury duty for a sexual abuse case, where I was confronted with my trauma and the importance of sharing my story. I encourage you to embrace your ongoing healing journeys, recognizing that each step is a part of your growth and transformation. *Free Download: "Release the Emotional Grip of Trauma" https://tinyurl.com/traumareleaseguide Connect with me: https://linktr.ee/healinglightwellnessonline

Char discusses the importance of sharing her story, the impact of confronting her past, and the empowering choice to step out of the shadows of trauma. Charlene emphasizes the significance of self-discovery and the freedom that comes with choosing a different path in life. Her hope is to inspire others to embark on their own healing journeys and to seek support when needed. *Free Download: "Release the Emotional Grip of Trauma" https://tinyurl.com/traumareleaseguide Connect with me: https://linktr.ee/healinglightwellnessonline