Mary’s Cup of Tea: the Self-Love Podcast for Women

#101: Stop Judging Yourself

In today's episode, Mary takes a moment to chat about self-judgment. Has judging yourself really brought you any good?

You will learn...

• How to notice the ways you are judging yourself.

• What's really going on when you're judging others.

• Self-compassion is more productive than blaming, shaming or judging yourself.

Remember: The litmus test for self-judgment: would you judge someone else, like your sister or daughter or friend, for this same exact thing as harshly? You are doing the best you can.

Make sure to tag @maryspodcast

And make sure to get Mary's book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide!

Mentioned In This Episode...
Episode #32 with Dr. Kristin Neff:
https://maryscupoftea.com/tools-for-self-compassion-with-dr-kristin-neff/
Dr. Kristin Neff’s article, “The Motivational Power of Self-Compassion”: https://self-compassion.org/the-motivational-power-of-self-compassion/

#100: 100 Ways to Love Yourself (Habits for Self-Love)

We are celebrating our 2-year anniversary and 100th podcast episode today!! In this solo episode, Mary shares 100 tips for self-love, a list of things big and small that you can do to really take care of yourself and love up on yourself! The list touches on all 5 love language: physical touch, quality time, words of affirmation, gifts, and acts of service. What’s your self-love language?

If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast

And make sure to get Mary's book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide!

Mentioned In This Episode...
2-weeks free therapy on BetterHelp: betterhelp.com/mcot
Mary’s self-love playlist on Spotify: https://maryscupoftea.clickfunnels.com/self-love-playlist

 

#99: 10 Purchases Under $10 That Have Made My Life Better

This is probably the most influencer-ish episode Mary’s ever released! She shares 10 items that were inexpensive, but made a huge difference in her health, happiness, and overall well-being. Visit the show notes for all the links!

Here’s a sneak peek of what she shares:

• a movie that’s changed her perspective on consciousness

• a book that Mary’s read 5 times (and assigns at her retreats)

• a lightbulb that Boyfriend got for the bedroom ;)

• more!

Remember: small investments can make a big difference!

If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast

And make sure to get Mary's book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide!

Mentioned In This Episode...

1. Tongue scraper: https://amzn.to/3r2B0uJ

2. Arrival movie: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/arrival_2016

3. Plant watering can: https://amzn.to/3FaTOwG

4. Hydro flask cup holder: https://amzn.to/3r2Bjpn

5. My bonnet

6. Bio Oil Gel Cream: https://amzn.to/3zAeJbk

7. The Four Agreements: https://amzn.to/3zAeJbk

8. My ear plugs (not fully sound proof): https://amzn.to/33dg9MO

9. Ear plugs recommended to me: https://amzn.to/33fg3UN

10. Silk sleep mask: https://amzn.to/3q6mAKP

11. Gel pens: https://amzn.to/3t48MlT

12. Fire place lightbulb: https://amzn.to/3GcA5xZ

#98: Predictions for 2022, Courageous Living, and Spiritual Success with Rha Goddess

In this episode, Mary speaks to Rha Goddess about standing in your values and being in alignment with your soul’s calling. Her name says it all: this woman is a GODDESS. From the way she speaks to the wisdom she so generously gives, Rha will change the way you think about yourself and relate to the world around you.

You will learn...

• a practice for reflecting on 2021 and stepping into the new year with more intention

• Rha’s message and predictions for what 2022 has in store for us

• what things distract us from living in alignment with our soul’s calling

• how to make mental peace with capitalism, money, and success

Remember: the Universe is constantly winking at you. Are you paying attention? 😉

Rha Goddess is the entrepreneurial soul coach behind hundreds of breakthrough changemakers, cultural visionaries and social entrepreneurs. From multiple NY Times Bestsellers to multi-million dollar social enterprises, Rha’s unique methodology has empowered a new generation of conscious entrepreneurs to stay true, get paid, and do good. From the onset of her more than 30-year career as a cultural innovator, social impact strategist and creative change agent, Rha has drawn on the power of creativity, culture and community to move hearts, minds and policy. Rha’s book, The Calling (St. Martin’s Press) leverages her unique methodology into a step by step blueprint for finding your purpose and making your most profitable contribution.

Follow Rha on Instagram: @rhagoddess

Get Rha’s book, The Calling: https://courses.movethecrowd.me/the-calling

And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @rhagoddess

#97: Setting New Years Intentions

In this episode, Mary will share with you a journaling exercise that is great for setting New Years intentions! This is actually a repost from last year because it's a practice that is good to revisit so we hope you enjoy it going into 2022!

You will learn...

• how to find your Word of the Year

• a visualization/ meditation exercise to help you feel more aligned to your purpose

• how to create a new belief system for yourself going into the new year

If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast

And make sure to get Mary's book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide!

#96: How To Connect Deeper with Your Sibling(s)

In this solo episode, Mary shares her advice for connecting with others, specifically your younger siblings. If you're getting together for the holidays or simply craving a little deeper connection with those around you, listen to this episode to learn...

• 3 tips for connecting more deeply with others

• what Mary's therapist said that helped her create a healthier relationship with her little sister

• how vulnerability, in the simplest of ways, will inevitably foster connection.

Remember: vulnerability breeds connection. If you want someone to open up to you, you have to open your heart to them, too.

If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast

And make sure to get Mary's book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide!

Mentioned In This Episode...
Brene Brown's book, The Gifts of Imperfection: https://amzn.to/3EZjInP

#95: My Cultural Identity (Being Russian & Jewish)

In this personal episode, Mary talks about where her ancestors are from and how her cultural identity continues to evolve over time. She also touches on what being Jewish means to her and why she identifies more as Russian than Jewish (even though both are a big part of her). Although this episode has little to do with body-image or self-love, hopefully, this episode inspires you to embrace your life story too.

If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast

And make sure to get Mary's book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide!

#94: Being REAL on Social Media with Victoria Garrick

Mary is so excited for this podcast episode with Victoria Garrick, former Division I Volleyball Player, TED Talk Speaker, Social Media Influencer, and Mental Health Advocate. Victoria shares all the behind the scenes of building her social media empire, including the mental health side of it.

Since delivering her TED Talk in 2017, Victoria has become a leader in the mental health and body-image advocacy space. After graduating from the University of Southern California in 2019, Victoria has traveled the country speaking on college campuses, hosts her hit podcast Real Pod, and creates daily content for her army of over 1.5M+ people who follow her message of authenticity and self-care on social media.

In this episode, you will learn...

• how to recognize signs of burn out and know when you need to take a break

• tips and strategies for creating content and building an authentic social media following

• what is means to be REAL, both on and offline

Remember: When you express yourself authentically, you will feel more connected to yourself and those around you. Whether you're work is on social media or not, being real will always pay off in the long-run.

Follow @victoriagarrick on Instagram and listen to her podcast, The Real Pod!

And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @victoriagarrick

#93: How to Give Better Compliments

Giving compliments is the easiest way to make someone's day and connect. But I've noticed that the types of compliments we give are often not conducive to women's empowerment.

In this episode, you will learn...

• the 5 steps to giving empowering compliments

• why body-related comments are not okay

• the difference between compliments and ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

As Lindsay and Lexie Kite from @beauty_redefined said in their book, "If you give looks-based comments the power to build people up, you reinforce their power to tear people down. Continuing to focus on someone's looks, even in positive ways, uses the same framework and logic that makes apperance-based insults so lethal."

If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast

And make sure to get Mary's book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide!

Mentioned In This Episode... More Than a Body by Lindsay and Lexie Kite: https://amzn.to/3n7roxT

#92: Dealing with Holiday Meals

In this solo episode, Mary talks about how to deal with food/ body-image fears that may come up during holiday meals. If you’re nervous about Thanksgiving dinner with your family, this episode is for you!!

You will learn…

• self-talk for getting yourself through holiday meals

• what to say to your aunt/ grandma/ whoever if they comment on your eating

• tips for intuitive eating and making peace with food

This is one of Mary’s FAVORITE solo episodes so it’s definitely worth a listen! And feel free to save it or send it to a friend who might need to hear it too!

If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast

And make sure to get Mary's book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide!

Mentioned In This Episode...

Mary's Cup of Tea Episode #30: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/30-tips-for-bad-body-image-days/id1495128359?i=1000489270133

Mary's Cup of Tea Episode #35: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/35-how-to-set-boundaries-with-diet-culture/id1495128359?i=1000493293855

Mary's Cup of Tea Episode #46: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/46-dealing-with-holiday-weight-gain/id1495128359?i=1000503362374

Jessi Jean's Food Freedom Online Program: https://www.foodfreedomonlineprogram.com/ffm