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

#71: 6 Signs of Self-Confidence

Confidence is about owning who you are, whether you like how you look or not. Being pretty is not a prerequisite for confidence. Being accomplished is not a prerequisite for confidence. Being perfect is not a prerequisite for confidence. Confidence is a mindset.

In this episode Mary explains what a mindset of self-confidence is and 6 traits that can build, strengthen, and display confidence.

Here's a sneak peek into the 6 signs of self-confidence:

1. You do not let your _ ruin your _ experience.

2. You approach any struggle with __.

3. You __ yourself and others.

4. Other people's success __ you.

5. You don't take things ___.

6. You use your __.

Can you fill in these blanks?? Let us know!!

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

#70: Interviewing My Sister!

This is an episode that's been a long time coming! Mary interviews her 13-year-old sister Ilana! In this heartfelt conversation, Mary and Ilana talk about...

• Ilana's top 3 styling tips

• how they maintain such a close relationship despite their 10-year age gap

• how adults can support middle schoolers' mental health

• their thoughts on Gen Zers

• ... and so much more!

If you are a sibling, auntie, parent, or guardian, we hope this conversation warms your heart and helps you remember what it was like to be 13!

And feel free to take a screenshot of the episode and tag @maryspodcast in your IG stories!

Mentioned in This Episode...
Mary's TEDx Talk: https://youtu.bhttps://youtu.be/DoDzwM0gybge/DoDzwM0gybg
Katie Chock's TEDx Talk on Battling the Toxic Male Nerd Culture: https://www.ted.com/talks/katie_chock_battling_the_toxic_male_nerd_culture
Ilana's favorite anime: Jibaku Shounen Hanako-kun

#69: Is Diet Culture a Cult? with Amanda Montell

I couldn't wait to release this episode with Amanda Montell, a feminist sociolinguist, author of 2 books, and all-out empowering human! This educational episode explores the dynamics between feminism, cults, and the language we use.

You will learn...

• the major warning signs of a cult (and why it's so easy to fall into one)

• how modern-day language oppresses women and marginalized people

• why sociolinguistics is important to feminism (and why you should care too!)

Amanda Montell is a writer, linguist, former beauty editor, and author of two books: Wordslut: A Feminist Guide to Taking Back the English Language (Harper Wave, 2019), which she is currently developing for television with FX, and Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism (forthcoming June 15, 2021). Amanda's other writing has appeared in Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan, Glamour, Nylon, and The Rumpus, among others, and she currently resides in Los Angeles.

Get Worldslut here: https://amzn.to/3cIziZg
Get Amanda's new book, Cultish, here: https://amzn.to/3cIy0O3

And take a screenshot of this podcast episode to share on your IG stories! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @amanda_montell so that we can see that you're enjoying this conversation!

#68: Overcome Negative Thoughts with This 2-Minute Meditation

In this 10-minute episode, Mary shares a mini meditation that will help you break any negative thought patterns. This evidence-based technique is especially helpful when it comes to bad body-image thoughts because it incorporates mindfulness, breathing and self-compassion.

Try this 2-minute meditation and let us know how it worked for you by tagging @maryspodcast in your IG stories!

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

#67: Advice for Finding Your Passion + Book Recommendations

Lately there's been a lot of pressure on young people to find their "passion" which can be overwhelming, daunting, and discouraging to us. In this episode, Mary shares her unconventional advice for finding your passion by actually NOT focusing on passion...

You will learn:

• what to focus on instead of "passion" (hint: it's not what you think)

• 5 tips for tapping into your creativity

• a journal exercise that will help you discover your interests

• book recommendations for self-discovery (these are books that changed Mary's life)

Remember: clarity comes from ACTION. Don’t spend all your time sitting and thinking about what you’re passionate about. Instead, start taking action on the things that set your soul on fire.

Books Recommended:

1. The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron

2. Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert

3. Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl

4. The Alchemist by Paulo Coehlo

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

Once you have the book, we'd love to hear your thoughts in the form of a review on Amazon (or wherever you ordered from). Make sure to screenshot your review and fill out this form so that Mary can send you a sticker in the mail!

#66: Dealing with Uncertainty, Fear, and Doubt

Uncertainty, fear, and doubt can show up in every area of our lives... our jobs/ businesses, weight fluctuations, body changes, relationships... literally everywhere. In this episode, Mary gives her in-depth advice for managing the fear of uncertainty and learning to embrace it as a part of life.

You will learn...

• mindset tools for calming stress and anxiety

• ways to see uncertainty as your friend and actually learn to embrace it

• how to tell the difference between important intuition and unwarranted worry

Remember: uncertainty, doubt, and anxiety are there to protect you. We don't need to get rid of these emotions, we just need to learn to dance with them.

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

Once you have the book, we'd love to hear your thoughts in the form of a review on Amazon (or wherever you ordered from). Make sure to screenshot your review and fill out this form so that Mary can send you a sticker in the mail!

#65: Orthorexia: When Healthy Eating is Not Healthy with Victoria Myers, RD

In this episode we talk to Victoria Myers (@victoriamyers) about ORTHOREXIA, the unhealthy obsession with healthy eating.

You will learn...

• what orthorexia is and why it's arguably the most common eating disorder

• a simple tip for making sure your healthy habits aren't becoming disordered

• how to approach health challenges using gentle nutrition

• ways to practice wellness without obsession with kids

Victoria Myers is the dietitian and owner of the virtual private practice and online education center Nourishing Minds Nutrition. Victoria and her staff specialize in empowering women to ditch diets, regulate hormones, heal digestion and learn to practice wellness without obsession. She is also the host of the popular intuitive eating and wellness podcast, the Nourishing Women Podcast. Her mission for her community is to help women let go of the unhealthy obsession with eating healthy, make peace with their body and live their lives to the fullest.

Find Victoria and her practice online:
Nourishing Minds Nutrition
Nourishing Women Podcast
Victoria Myers Instagram
Nourishing Minds Nutrition Instagram

#64: Do You Struggle to Make Decisions? Listen to this.

In this solo episode, I talk about making decisions from a more empowered place of self worth.

You will learn...

• 8 steps for overcoming decision making fatigue

• How to set an intention to make quicker decisions (vs. faster)

• How to make quicker AND better decisions while learning to forgive yourself for the "bad" ones and learn from them

• How to put decision making into perspective

Remember: "More options, more choices, doesn't necessarily make us happier..."

Get my new book, The Gift of Self-Love: maryscupoftea.com/book. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. It’s now available in stores and online, worldwide!

To leave a review and receive a personalized signed sticker for my book, The Gift of Self-Love, go to this form: https://form.typeform.com/to/zDO3QcXs

This episode is brought to you by my favorite books! I would not be the person I am today without the books I’ve read. These are books every woman MUST read so check them out at maryscupoftea.com/books.

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#63: Should You Be Doing Therapy, Coaching or Self-Healing?

In this solo episode, I talk about my personal experiences with therapy, coaching and self-healing and discuss which path or paths might be right for you! All 3 are amazing. Whatever you have the resources and willingness to do, is what’s right for you. Many people, myself included, employ a combination of all 3 depending on the time of their life and what they feel they need.

You will learn…

• What therapy is all about and how it can help you

• When to decide whether coaching is the right path for you

• When is self-healing a useful tool in your personal journey

Remember: All 3 resources are amazing. You have to decide what's right for you now in your own journey.

Links/ Resources Mentioned: To find a therapist for you, go to: better help.com/mcot

Get my new book, The Gift of Self-Love: maryscupoftea.com/book. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. It’s now available in stores and online, worldwide!

This episode is brought to you by my favorite books! I would not be the person I am today without the books I’ve read. These are books every woman MUST read so check them out at maryscupoftea.com/books.

Lastly, if you enjoy Mary’s Cup of Tea Podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping the show grow!

 

#62: How to Support Someone with an Eating Disorder: Warning Signs, What To Say, and How to Help

Something I get asked all the time is "How do I support a loved one who's showing signs of an eating disorder?" In this episode, I answer that question by talking about the major warning signs of an eating disorder and how to address them. If you're a parent, caregiver, teacher, or someone who is close to someone who's exhibiting these signs, please talk to them and encourage them to reach out for help.

You will learn...

• The major warning signs, symptoms, and personality traits of someone with an eating disorder

• How to talk to them about it

• What you can do to help (and what you should NOT do)

Remember: supporting your loved ones is important, but you can’t help anyone who doesn’t want to be helped nor is it your job to “fix” anyone. Make sure you are setting an example by taking care of yourself, too.

Links/ Resources Mentioned:

NEDA Hotline: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/help-support/contact-helpline

Warning signs of an ED article: https://centerforchange.com/think-your-friend-may-have-an-eating-disorder-heres-what-you-can-do/

2-weeks free therapy on BetterHelp: betterhelp.com/mcot

 

Get Mary’s new book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/book. This is a workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. It’s now available in stores and online, worldwide!

Lastly, if you enjoy Mary’s Cup of Tea Podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping the show grow!