Ever feel like life’s relentless hustle has disconnected you from your true desires? Yolanda Harper, a therapist and mental health advocate, joins us to recount her empowering tale of pressing pause on life’s demands through a sabbatical. Self-care is a term often tossed around, but we decode its deeper meaning with Yolanda, exploring the liberating act of granting ourselves the grace to put our needs at the forefront. We swap stories about the challenges of juggling the professional and personal, sharing insights on fostering healthy relationships through self-awareness and candid communication. Discover how the soul sabbatical concept can illuminate the path to a life brimming with joy and fulfillment, a gentle reminder to savor life’s simple pleasures and the beauty of the present.
Her “I Wonder If” moment and the subsequent journey she embarked on – which includes penning a book and becoming a sabbatical doula – are not just personal victories but a rallying cry for anyone feeling adrift in the sea of societal expectations and childhood conditioning. It’s a conversation that circles back to the core tenet of unity in our shared human experience, highlighting the solace found in community support and the strength drawn from our collective vulnerabilities. Join us as we connect, inspire, and perhaps, transform your perspective on self-care and the journey towards personal fulfillment. So come on, let’s go ahead and listen to this episode now!
01:38 The Initiation of a Sabbatical Journey
06:27 Achieving Self-Care and Overcoming Expectations
09:20 Self-Inflicted Suffering and Humor
11:04 Self-Care and Soul Sabbatical Concept
12:55 Permission, Boundaries, and Intimate Relationships
20:01 The Concept of a Soul Sabbatical – In Depth Understanding
22:44 Finding Love and Self-Care Journey
26:46 Finding Joy in the Present Moment
30:32 Journaling Book and Future Plans
33:36 A Beautiful Book and Journal …
36:08 Expanding the Vision
37:16 The Power of Community and Healing
40:03 Finding Connections and Creating a community
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- Instagram à @yolandaharper
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