Dreading the holidays? Here’s how to get through (Episode 311)

Dreading Christmas and the holidays? Worried about how to deal with family drama? Going through loss and grief at Christmas? If Christmas and the holidays leave you feeling numb, angry, frustrated, or quietly thinking “I hate Christmas” while everyone else plays happy families then this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast is for you (and me, since I struggle with surviving the holidays too).This week I’m talking about the Christmas blues (or ‘holiday blues’ if you prefer), and what to do when issues like grief during the holidays, family drama, and loss during the holidays turn December into something you’re dreading. I’ll share practical holiday stress tips and simple holiday stress management ideas to help you start coping with the holidays in a calmer and kinder way (or at least in a way that you can keep your sanity!) even if you’re dealing with a toxic family reunion or ongoing family conflict. You’ll also find it helpful if you’re looking for holiday depression tips or you just find this time of year emotionally exhausting. 👉 Ready to learn how to get through the holidays without feeling awful? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Struggling with the Christmas blues? Dreading the holidays? This episode is full of practical holiday stress tips for coping with the holidays without wrecking your mental health.________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 The holidays and mental health0:42 Holiday stress management3:36 What does stress during the holidays mean?7:51 Why the holidays hurt14:23 How to get through the holidays23:12 Final holiday stress tips (conclusion)📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18935     ➕ Related episodes:Money stress (Episode 310) https://ltamh.com/?p=18852📚 Further reading:“Christmas Stress” (Relationships Australia, 2016) https://www.relationships.org.au/document/december-2016-christmas-stress/ “’Tis the Season...” (Mental Health UK, 2021) https://mentalhealth-uk.org/blog/tis-the-season-3-in-10-brits-say-their-mental-health-nosedives-over-christmas/ 👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, podcast creator and counsellor plus the host of Let’s Talk About Mental Health, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #holidaystress #christmasstress #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin 

Is money stress making every week feel like a fight you didn’t sign up for? Cost of living tips not really cutting it? Well, we need to talk about money and mental health… not to mention the cost of living and mental health!In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast with Jeremy Godwin, I look at how the cost of living is out of control and what that does to your mind and body. I break down why financial anxiety triggers threat mode, how money worries create decision fatigue, and why shame keeps you stuck (and makes it tough to work on your financial wellness). I’m sharing practical ways to cope with financial stress that focus on better mental health first: a simple 10-minute weekly reset I use, quick calming practices for your nervous system, and realistic boundaries you can set to protect your peace while you deal with the numbers. If you’re overwhelmed by rising costs and tired of feeling on edge, this is for you. 👉 Ready to reclaim some headspace and feel more in control (in spite of how expensive everything is these days)? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Feeling crushed by money stress and rising costs? This episode explains what it’s doing to your mind and body, and how to start taking back control of your peace.________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Cost of living and mental health0:42 Money stress and mental health3:26 What is financial stress?7:29 Why your financial wellbeing matters13:22 How to deal with money stress 22:51 Final money stress tips (conclusion)📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18852    ➕ Related episodes:Desperation and overwhelm (Episode 298) https://ltamh.com/?p=18029  👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, podcast creator and counsellor plus the host of Let’s Talk About Mental Health, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #moneystress #costofliving #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #financialwellbeing   

Tired of having the same fight on repeat? Had enough of handling conflict and arguments that don’t ever seem to actually resolve anything? Well, it's time to learn how to handle conflict better!This episode is about healthy conflict without all the drama. This week on the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I get practical about healthy conflict resolution and direct communication so you can handle conflict effectively and focus on improving relationships that matter to you. I look at how conflict affects your relationships and how you can use simple conflict management techniques to stop avoiding relationship issues or arguing rather than resolving issues. We’ll explore how to have healthy arguments that reduce conflict, improve relationships, and calm your head so you’re not stuck in your own thoughts. I’ll show you how handling conflict can help you build better relationships with clear, kind asks and follow-through, and I’ll share practical mental health tips for dealing with confrontation so you can stay calm, be direct, and reduce conflict without the drama.👉 Ready to handle conflict in a healthier way so you can protect your peace? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Learn healthy conflict handling skills and direct communication to manage conflict with less drama, reduce arguments, and build better relationships so you can protect your peace.________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Conflict and mental health0:29 Healthier conflict2:10 What is healthy conflict?6:37 Why healthy conflict matters11:32 How to handle conflict22:09 Final conflict resolution tips (conclusion)📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18771   ➕ Related episodes:Raise your standards (Episode 308) https://ltamh.com/?p=18769 Navigating challenging relationships (Episode 289) https://ltamh.com/?p=17399👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, podcast creator and counsellor plus the host of Let’s Talk About Mental Health, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #conflict #betterrelationships #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #Assertiveness #handlingconflict #protectyourpeace #healthierarguments

Tired of dealing with drama and chaos? Raise your standards and protect your peace! In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m tackling a simple fix for better mental health: respect yourself by learning how to be assertive and setting boundaries effectively. I show you how to be assertive without drama, set healthy boundaries, and treat yourself with respect so you calm your mind and cut the chaos. If you want less stress and anxiety, and if you know that low standards do you more harm than good, then I’ll help you to know your worth, stop lowering your standards, and build self trust with straightforward and practical mental health tips you can use today (like how to respect yourself, what having high standards looks like in real life, and the small self development steps that boost self worth). If you’re new here, I’m Jeremy Godwin and Let’s Talk About Mental Health is your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. 👉 Ready to lift your standards and find greater peace? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Sick of chaos and stress? Raise your standards — set healthy boundaries, be assertive, and know your worth — to calm your mind for better mental health.________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Standards and mental health0:28 Raising your standards3:08 What raising your standards really means8:22 Why low standards drain your peace14:10 How to raise your standards22:46 No more lower standards! (conclusion)📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18769  ➕ Related episodes:Setting healthy boundaries (Episode 248) https://ltamh.com/?p=14448 Stop being so hard on yourself! (Episode 305) https://ltamh.com/?p=18566   👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, podcast creator and counsellor plus the host of Let’s Talk About Mental Health, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #raiseyourstandards #protectyourpeace #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #Assertiveness #SetHealthyBoundaries #KnowYourWorth #SelfRespect #CalmerMind

Feeling like a fraud? Then let’s talk about feeling like an imposter and how to believe in yourself!In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I cut through the noise of imposter syndrome and show you how to stop feeling like an imposter without drama. I’ll teach you how to believe in yourself more by checking feelings against facts so you can build self trust, boost your self worth, and develop a calmer mindset that supports your personal development (hello less stress, anxiety, and burnout!). This episode is for anyone who’s stuck in their own head and wants clear, practical mental health tips: how to stop imposter syndrome, how to back yourself, and how to act on evidence. Let’s Talk About Mental Health is your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health with Jeremy Godwin 👋. I keep things simple, honest, and doable so you can feel more in control of your life and your mental wellbeing. 👉 Ready to stop feeling like a fraud so you can build your confidence and move forward with a calmer mind? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Sick of imposter syndrome running the show? This episode explores how to stop feeling like an imposter and boost your self-worth for a calmer mind. 🙂________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Stop feeling like an imposter!0:29 Imposter syndrome and mental health3:19 What are imposter feelings?8:10 Why you feel like an imposter10:45 How to beat imposter syndrome22:35 Stop doubting yourself (conclusion)📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18641 ➕ Related episodes:Stop being so hard on yourself! (Episode 305) https://ltamh.com/?p=18566   👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #impostersyndrome #believeinyourself #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #movingforward  

Want a calmer mind? Focus on what really matters and protect your peace of mind. In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’ll cut through the noise and show you how to focus on what really matters using values based living and intentional living practices. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and unfocused, or you feel stretched thin by constant expectations and demands on your time and attention, then I’ll give you practical mental health tips to stop people pleasing, start setting healthy boundaries, and focus on what matters so you reduce stress and anxiety without drama. If you want smarter productivity and clearer headspace, this episode is for you: clear steps to find meaning and purpose so you can live a meaningful life you actually recognise as yours. Let’s Talk About Mental Health is your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health with Jeremy Godwin 👋. I keep things simple, honest, and doable so you can feel more in control of your life and your mental wellbeing. 👉 Ready to learn how to focus on what really matters? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Cut the noise and focus on what really matters in life with simple, values-led advice that will help you calm your mind, reduce stress, and protect your peace. 🙂________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Your focus and mental health0:32 Focus on what matters3:00 What does it mean to focus on what matters?10:37 Why  it's hard to focus on what really matters 17:46 How to focus on what really matters27:58 Does it matter? (conclusion)📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18636    ➕ Related episodes:Stop being so hard on yourself! (Episode 305) https://ltamh.com/?p=18566   Letting go for peace of mind (Episode 296) https://ltamh.com/?p=17880How to get out of your own way (Episode 301) https://ltamh.com/?p=18175👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #focusonwhatmatters #priorities #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #movingforward  

Don’t be so hard on yourself all the time! And please, stop bullying yourself so much! If your critical inner voice likes to tear you down, then it’s time to be nicer to yourself so you can improve your self-worth and learn how to love yourself more. In this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I unpack how to not be hard on yourself so you can rebuild your self worth and calm your mind (which also teaches you how to be more confident). If you’re self critical, stuck in “I hate myself” spirals, or just want to be nicer to yourself and love yourself more, this episode gives you practical mental health tips that work including simple self kindness swaps you can make today, language that’s fair not cruel, and small daily steps that reduce stress and anxiety without drama. I know what it’s like to be hard on myself, but I also know that learning how to love yourself can significantly improve your mental wellbeing. 👉 Ready to build real self-worth and improve your confidence? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Sick of your inner bully? I’ll show you simple tools to stop punishing yourself, rebuild your self-worth, and feel a lot calmer starting today. 🙂Let’s Talk About Mental Health is your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health, with Jeremy Godwin.⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Self criticism and mental health0:37 Self-worth: how to love yourself more3:15 What being kinder to yourself really means9:39 Why self-kindness builds real confidence12:51 How to stop being mean to yourself27:25 Being kinder to yourself (conclusion)📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18566  ➕ Related episodes:How to be comfortable in your own skin (Episode 302) https://ltamh.com/?p=18321   👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #selfworth #bekindertoyourself #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #selfesteem #selfrespect #selfconfidence #stopbullyingyourself 

If social media is stealing your peace of mind, it’s time to take it back! Reducing social media use, or quitting social media altogether, will transform your life and lead to better mental health… and in this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m talking about why (including why phone addiction is harmful) as well as how to quit social media, or at least reduce screen time to healthier levels.We’ll discuss how cutting back on social media changes your mood and helps your brain, and what’s involved in deleting social media from your life (and yes, social media addiction is a thing and it’s harmful). From understanding what’s involved in a simple social media detox through to the attention traps behind social media platforms that are designed to turn you into profit, this is the episode that will help you take back control of your life from the algorithm so you can feel calmer and more in control. And I promise you: quitting Instagram is not the end of the world (I did it and I survived!) 😁Let’s Talk About Mental Health is your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health, with Jeremy Godwin.👉 Ready to explore what life without social media (or at least a lot less of it) can feel like? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: It’s time to take back your brain! In this episode we’ll talk about life without social media (or at least with a simple social media detox) and you’ll discover  how quitting social media puts you back in control. 🙂________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 It’s time to rethink your social media use0:32 Social media and mental health2:03 Why social media affects your mental health8:14 What changing your relationship with social media looks like12:36 How to change your relationship with social media25:06 Quitting social media (conclusion)📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18469  ➕ Related episodes:Patterns don’t lie (Episode 303) https://ltamh.com/?p=18325  Letting go for peace of mind (Episode 296) https://ltamh.com/?p=17880👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #smartersocialmediause #quittingsocialmedia #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #movingforward #lesssocialmedia #socialmedia #takebackcontrol 

Recurring patterns don’t lie, so if you’re tired of feeling like life keeps nudging you back into the same mess — no matter how hard you try — then in this episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I call out what’s really going on and show you how to break repeating patterns: at home, at work, and in your own head. You’ll learn how to break negative patterns, recognise unhealthy relationship patterns, and set healthy boundaries without drama. I’ll walk you through solid mental health tips including a simple daily check-in for greater mental wellbeing and straightforward calmer mindset techniques so you can stop second-guessing yourself, and finally let go of the past that keeps dragging on your present. Let’s Talk About Mental Health is your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health; it’s practical mental health advice for people who want steadier emotions and smarter productivity that doesn’t lead to burnout, so you can protect your peace. 👉 If you’re ready to break old patterns and move forward in life, then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: Sick of feeling like you’re stuck on repeat? In this episode I’ll show you how to identify and break repeating patterns so you can protect your peace and move forward. 🙂________________________________Find my Daily Reflection Tool here: https://ltamh.com/product/daily-reflection/________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Patterns and mental health0:34 Stop repeating patterns!3:10 What are life patterns?6:49 Why patterns keep repeating10:54 How to break repeating patterns25:41 Final tips for better mental health📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18325 ➕ Related episodes:Setting healthy boundaries (Episode 248) https://ltamh.com/?p=14448  Letting go of the past (Episode 296) https://ltamh.com/?p=17880👋 New here? Hi! I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, your weekly dose of practical advice for better mental health. I share straightforward tips to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #recurringpatterns #patternsdontlie #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #movingforward

Do you feel good about yourself? Do you feel comfortable in your own skin? You should! But that can be tough… so it’s time to learn how to build self-esteem so you can choose yourself with apology. Self-trust and confidence are essential for better mental health, helping you to stop second-guessing yourself and discover how to be comfortable in your own skin. Feeling at home in yourself really shouldn’t be something rare, but for many of us it takes a lot of work and can feel really challenging. In this episode I call out the real problem: second-guessing yourself, avoidance, and performing for others until you’re completely exhausted. I’ll show you simple steps to improve self-esteem, respect yourself more, and improve your self-worth so you can build self-confidence naturally and reduce stress. Expect plain, straightforward, and practical advice to reduce anxiety, stop avoiding issues, and be on your own side, with tools you can use today. If you want a calmer mindset every day and to feel better about yourself, this is for you. We’ll explore how to be more confident by learning how to back yourself and how to love yourself in real life, not just in theory… so you can really be at home in yourself and love yourself more, consistently.👉 Ready to discover how to be more comfortable in yourself each day? Then let’s talk!💡 TL;DR: If second-guessing yourself and feeling like you have to perform for others is draining you, this episode gives you a clear way to feel at home in yourself so your confidence improves naturally. 🙂________________________________⏱️ Chapters/Timestamps:0:00 Confidence and mental health0:33 Love yourself more3:00 What does being comfortable in your own skin mean7:42 Why confidence matters for better mental health12:33 How to be more comfortable in yourself27:04 Final tips for better mental health📝 Transcript & show notes: https://ltamh.com/?p=18321 ➕ Related episodes:Body image (Episode 136) https://ltamh.com/?p=6685 Get out of your own way! (Episode 301) https://ltamh.com/?p=18175Feeling worthy (Episode 285) https://ltamh.com/?p=17104 New here? Hi! 👋 I’m Jeremy Godwin, counsellor and host of the weekly Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast. I share straightforward, practical advice to help you protect your peace and cultivate better mental health. New episodes every Sunday.🔗 LinksSubscribe for free show notes/transcripts in your inbox: https://ltamh.com/subscribe/  Learn more about Let’s Talk About Mental Health: https://ltamh.com Support me on Patreon for early ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin My Digital Store: https://ltamh.com/shop/  Daily Affirmations tool (paid download): https://ltamh.com/product/affirmations/  Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ltamh  Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/        #beyourbestself #loveyourself #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtips #bettermentalhealth #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #peaceofmind #findingpeace #emotionalhealth #personalgrowth #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing #emotionalwellbeing #jeremygodwin #movingforward