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Welcome to Self-Love. We cover topics surrounding self-love including body-image, confidence, self-worth, body positivity, mindset, mental health, feminism, relationships, and so much more. Along the way, your host Mary lets you in on her personal life, never shying away from the messy, raw, and real conversations that we all crave. So grab a cup of tea, slide in your headphones, and get ready for some self-lovin!
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Thursday Feb 02, 2023
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
WOW!!! This episode is a must-listen, especially for those in eating disorder recovery or dealing with any kind of disordered eating. In just one hour, Dr. Anita will enlighten you with her wisdom, humor, and helpful tools for healing your relationship with food.
You will learn...
- how disordered eating can be healed through spiritual stories and metaphors
- why an eating disorder is a unique type of addiction
- the role of “power” in one’s struggle with food
- how to uncover symbolic meanings in food
- why recovery is FUN!
- how to find your hunger and fullness cues
- and so. much. more.
Remember: full recovery is possible (this is coming from a renowned psychologist who runs a residential treatment center and has helped thousands of people recover for good).
Follow Dr. Anita on Instagram: @dranitajohnston
Learn more about Dr. Anita’s Feminine Psyche course here: https://lightofthemooncafe.com/the-four-faces-of-the-feminine-psyche/
FREE Food & Metaphor Guide: www.lightofthemooncafe.com/cot
Anita Johnston, Ph.D., is a Depth Psychologist, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and author of Eating in the Light of the Moon: How Women Can Transform Their Relationships with Food Through Myth, Metaphor, and Storytelling, which has been published in seven languages. A pioneer in the field, Dr. Johnston has been treating eating difficulties and body image distress for over 35 years. She has developed eating disorder programs nationally and internationally and currently serves as Founder & Executive Director of ‘Ai Pono Hawaii Eating Disorders Programs which has a Residential Program in Maui. She is the co-creator of the Light of the Moon Café, an online resource with interactive and self- study courses for women around the world.
As a recognized international workshop presenter, Dr. Johnston lectures globally to professional organizations, conferences, universities, medical institutions, and the community at large and provides virtual consultations. She is best known for integrating metaphor and storytelling into her training as a clinical psychologist to explain the complex issues that underlie disordered eating behavior and other struggles with eating and body image. You can find Dr. Anita at https://dranitajohnston.com/
This episode is sponsored by Big Heart Tea! My favorite certified organic tea with direct-trade ingredients, wrapped in packaging made from plants (not plastics), and produced with the utmost regard for the farmers who grow it. I love Big Heart Tea because their company is female-founded, intentionally-sourced, and mission-driven which you can really taste with every sip. I'm currently drinking their Cup of Love tea and I also love their herbal blends for the afternoons. Stock up on your own tea by going to bighearttea.com and use code MARY20 for a discount!
If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @dranitajohnston
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
If you are a creative person, this conversation with Katie Dalebout will make you feel seen, heard, and understood.
You will learn about...
- how Katie’s orthorexia led her to create an extremely popular wellness podcast
- the mindset (and fears) of a creative person
- helpful tools and resources for writers and artists
Remember: creativity comes a lot easier when your nervous system is regulated.
Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiedalebout Learn more about Katie's Creative Clinic here: https://www.katiedalebout.com/creative-clinic
Katie Dalebout is a writer who produces and hosts podcasts. Her weekly interview show Let It Out began in 2013 and now has over 400 episodes with nearly 9 million downloads. In 2019 she started producing Spiraling, a mental health show she co-hosts with Serena Wolf. In 2016, she published her first book Let It Out, an interactive book about using writing for emotional wellness. She now teaches writing workshops, consults with individuals and brands on creative strategy, and writes a weekly newsletter. She lives in Los Angeles where she walks like she still lives in New York.
And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @katiedalebout
Get Mary’s self-love playlist: https://maryscupoftea.com/playlist
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
You’ll feel the enthusiasm in Mary’s voice as she shares with you this 5-second gratitude practice you can do anytime, anywhere!
This episode is for you if you want an easy way to integrate a gratitude practice into your life. Try it and let us know what you think over on @maryspodcast!
And make sure to get Mary's new self-love journal: https://maryscupoftea.com/100-days-of-self-love
Mentioned In This Episode...
Ep. 121 with Another Gratitude Tip: https://maryscupoftea.com/121-a-quick-gratitude-practice/
Ep. 115 about Learning the Difference: https://maryscupoftea.com/115-learning-the-difference-mindset/
This episode is sponsored by Big Heart Tea! My favorite certified organic tea with direct-trade ingredients, wrapped in packaging made from plants (not plastics), and produced with the utmost regard for the farmers who grow it. I love Big Heart Tea because their company is female-founded, intentionally-sourced, and mission-driven which you can really taste with every sip. I'm currently drinking their Cup of Love tea and I also love their herbal blends for the afternoons. Stock up on your own tea by going to bighearttea.com and use code MARY20 for a discount!
Thursday Jan 12, 2023
Thursday Jan 12, 2023
Mary shares 2 green flags of a good relationship or 2 things you can practice with your partner. She also talks about her own relationship, lessons learned from couples therapy, and ways to foster a healthy dynamic with those around you.
Remember: there are ways to communicate with each other beyond using words… If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media!
And make sure to get Mary's books on self-love:
The Gift of Self-Love workbook: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love and
100 Days of Self-Love journal: https://maryscupoftea.com/100-days-of-self-love
This episode is sponsored by Beducated, a platform with educational courses by real sex educators about anything sex/ relationship related. From dating to desire, Beducated has helped thousands of people enjoy better and more frequent sex, including moi! And what’s nice about the platform is that the videos are explicit for educational purposes, but not pornographic. Plus they’re inclusive of all races, genders, and orientations! There’s so much I could share about Beducated, but you just have to take a peep yourself. https://beducate.me/pd2302-maryscupoftea”>Go to this Beducated link and use code MARYSCUPOFTEA to get 40% off the yearly pass where you will get access to 100+ online courses on sexual health & intimacy, led by the world's top experts.
Let’s step into sexual health and happiness together with https://beducate.me/pd2302-maryscupoftea”>Beducated
Thursday Jan 05, 2023
Thursday Jan 05, 2023
This was a HARD topic to talk about… no one likes feeling rejected because it threatens our #1 desire as human beings: the need to be accepted for who we are. Here is how to deal with rejection in a self-aware and self-loving way so that hopefully, other people’s opinions don’t stop you from living YOUR life.
You will learn about...
- how to cope with feeling rejected
- what to do if you’re the one rejecting YOURSELF
- why people might not like you
Remember: REJECTION IS REDIRECTION.
If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media and feel free to send us a DM!
Make sure to get Mary's new self-love journal: https://maryscupoftea.com/100-days-of-self-love
This episode is sponsored by Big Heart Tea! My favorite certified organic tea with direct-trade ingredients, wrapped in packaging made from plants (not plastics), and produced with the utmost regard for the farmers who grow it. I love Big Heart Tea because their company is female-founded, intentionally-sourced, and mission-driven which you can really taste with every sip. I'm currently drinking their Cup of Love tea and I also love their herbal blends for the afternoons. Stock up on your own tea by going to bighearttea.com and use code MARY20 for a discount!
Mentioned In This Episode:
The Four Agreements book: https://amzn.to/3GiYJhx
Thursday Dec 22, 2022
Thursday Dec 22, 2022
If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media so we can see your New Years intentions!
If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media and feel free to send us a DM!
Make sure to get Mary's new self-love journal: https://maryscupoftea.com/journal
Mentioned In This Episode...
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
Here are the topics/ questions we dive into:
What causes your uterus and cervix to change over time
Do menstrual cups cause prolapse?
Do vaginas stretch or get loose if you have a lot of sex?
Tips for calming medical anxiety
What are common misconceptions about orgasms, specifically for vulva owners?
Does penis size matter?
Is hair removal "down there" dangerous? What’s better: Shaving? Waxing? Laser
Does not wearing a bra really make your boobs saggy?
Do vibrators de-sensitize your clitoris?
Tips for prime sexual health!!
Remember: learning about and understanding your body is a form of SELF-LOVE.
Dr. Tanaya is a medic who is passionate about sexual and reproductive health, and likes to put the ‘fun’ in fundamental sex ed! Having amassed almost a million followers, she focuses on busting sexual health myths, and creating candid, engaging, & informative conversations around these “shushed” topics.
Follow Dr. Tanaya on Instagram: @dr_cuterus
Get Dr. Tanaya’s book: https://www.amazon.in/dp/0143455702?ref_=cm_sw_r_mwn_dp_DKPTASVP98X1D2DKPKXV
And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @dr_cuterus
This episode is sponsored by Big Heart Tea! My favorite certified organic tea with direct-trade ingredients, wrapped in packaging made from plants (not plastics), and produced with the utmost regard for the farmers who grow it. I love Big Heart Tea because their company is female-founded, intentionally-sourced, and mission-driven which you can really taste with every sip. I'm currently drinking their Cup of Love tea and I also love their herbal blends for the afternoons. Stock up on your own tea by going to
Mentioned In This Episode... Cardi B’s words of wisdom:
Thursday Dec 08, 2022
Thursday Dec 08, 2022
You will learn about...
Remember: healing isn’t linear, sometimes it’s a cha-cha: a couple steps back is part of the dance! The holidays can help you learn, grow, and heal in a new way.
Sarah is a body image and food freedom coach whose passion for self love and whole-body wellness emerged from her own experiences in the hamster wheel of dieting and weight loss culture. After recovering from her eating disorder and finding her inner confidence, she became a coach. She understands that our relationships with our bodies and food impact every area of our lives, and not enough is done to help us through that.
Follow Sarah on Instagram: @sarahinyellow
Learn more about Sarah's holiday masterclass here: https://fabulous-leader-1123.ck.page/8b805bff35
Get Sarah’s Food Mindset e-course: https://sarah-simpson-s-school.teachable.com/p/freedom-university
And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @sarahinyellow
Thursday Dec 01, 2022
Thursday Dec 01, 2022
Have you ever felt like making friends as an adult nearly impossible?! Like WHERE do you find like-minded people and HOW do you go from strangers to besties? In this episode, Mary shares her advice for making new friendships and strengthening your existing ones.
You will learn...
- the mindset and energy you MUST embody to make new friends
- WHERE to find potential friends (the answer might surprise you!)
- how to talk to people without being awkward
Remember: people can and will surprise you once you open your heart to genuine connection.
If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get Mary's two books on self-love:
- The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. This is a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself.
- 100 Days of Self-Love: maryscupoftea.com/journal. This is a guided journal with 100 prompts to help you calm self-criticism and learn to love who you are.
Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
I’m convinced that everyone has at least ONE difficult family member (if not, it might be you 🤪). Family can bring up a lot for us emotionally which is why today we’re talking about how to deal those triggers in a healthy way.
You will learn…
- 5 questions to ask yourself BEFORE setting boundaries
- how to use self-awareness and emotional intelligence with your family
- my 5-step process for approaching difficult conversations
Remember: people often project their own insecurities not because they’re malicious, but because it’s easier to direct energy outward than it is to reflect inward. 🎤
If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media and feel free to send us a DM!
Make sure to get Mary's new self-love journal: 100 Days of Self-Love: This is a guided journal with 100 prompts to help you calm self-criticism and learn to love who you are.
And her book, The Gift of Self-Love: a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself.
Mentioned In This Episode...
Ep. 35: How to Set Boundaries with Diet Culture: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/35-how-to-set-boundaries-with-diet-culture/id1495128359?i=1000493293855
Blog post on setting boundaries: https://maryscupoftea.com/how-to-set-boundaries-with-diet-culture/
Boundary Coach, Kami Orange, on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kami_orange