You know that feeling when you realized after something happened that you felt nudges or thoughts, or had that feeling in your stomach that was telling you do something different...it doesn't always feel the best after the fact. Check out this episode to learn how to tap into your intuition when you feel those nudges as they are happening, so you don't have that feeling of disappointed or regret after the fact. Your body is trying to tell you something. Start to listen.

In this episode of the podcast 'Broken and Enough', host Stefanie Lauren delves into the concept of intuition, exploring its significance in personal decision-making and self-discovery. She shares personal anecdotes and practical advice on how to connect with one's intuition, emphasizing the importance of listening to one's body and emotions. Throughout the conversation, Stefanie encourages listeners to reflect on their own experiences with intuition and to trust themselves in navigating life's choices.


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Mental health does not discriminate against gender. Whether male or female, anyone can experience battles with mental health. There is a stigma around talking about mental health, and admitting you personally struggle with it. While the stigma slowly breaks away, there is still a specific stigma around men and their struggle with mental health because how society has portrayed them. Whether you are a male or you know someone close to you that is a male and struggles with mental health, check out this episode.

In this episode of the podcast, host Stefanie (@stefanielauren.j) and guest Steven Fage discuss the importance of mental health awareness, particularly in men. Steven shares his personal journey with bipolar disorder, the role of medication, and the stigma surrounding mental illness. They explore the power of vulnerability, the challenges of emotional expression in masculinity, and the significance of self-discovery and healing. The conversation emphasizes the importance of taking control of one's healing journey and the impact of belief on the healing process. In this conversation, Steven Fage and Stefanie explore the complexities of mental health, vulnerability, and communication in relationships. They discuss the importance of experimentation in healing, the role of trust, and how to support men dealing with mental health issues. The dialogue emphasizes the need for open communication, understanding gender dynamics, and recognizing when to seek professional help. They also touch on the significance of self-advocacy and the challenges of navigating emotional conversations.

How to connect with guest Steven Fage:
Instagram: @stevenfage
Podcast: My Niche is Human
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Feel like you are hiding a part of you because you have to look like you have it all together...when in reality you are going through a really tough deep time and you really don't know how to say "I'm not okay" because no one talks about deep dark hard stuff, and you aren't sure how you are going to be received if you open up? Listen into this episode.


In this episode of 'Broken and Enough', host Stefanie Lauren (@stefanielauren.j) delves into the complexities of mental health, particularly focusing on the struggles of depression and the importance of vulnerability. She emphasizes the need for open conversations about mental health, breaking the stigma surrounding it, and the significance of support systems in navigating emotional challenges. Stefanie shares her personal journey, being triggered and falling back into depression, and the transformative power of compassion and understanding in healing. The episode serves as a call to action for listeners to speak up about their struggles and support one another in their mental health journeys.


Please share this episode with someone who could really benefit from listening in. Continue to spread the word about mental health. Let's not hide any longer, and let's not stay silent giving depression all of our power.

Ever feel so excited about starting a new habit and just know it is just going to change your whole life...and then you find yourself feeling awful days later when you have "fallen off the bandwagon"? Listen to this episode.

Stefanie discusses her desire for a balanced and structured life, and how she has struggled with implementing new things due to anxiety and depression. She explores the negative self-talk and feelings of failure that can arise when trying to establish new habits or goals and what that is feeding into the subconscious. Stefanie emphasizes the importance of finding a way that works for each individual and suggests taking small, tangible steps, revising and adjusting as needed. She encourages listeners to continue trying and not give up on their desires, reminding them that inactions are also actions.


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Have you ever been somewhere and someone asks you "when are you going to have kids, why are you not married, or told you to marry into money" ... which left you feeling that societal pressure to be a certain way or accomplish certain things ... and then you can feel successful in life???

In this episode, Stefanie discusses the concept of communication and how we often unconsciously place our desires onto others, leading to societal pressures and feelings of inadequacy. She encourages listeners to check themselves and understand where their desires for others are coming from. She suggests switching up the conversation by asking different questions and becoming curious about what the other person desires. Finally, she advises asking how we can support others in their desires, ensuring that our support is received in the way they need it. By being aware of our communication and focusing on the desires of others, we can create a more supportive and understanding environment.


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We are striving for the life we so deeply desire, but are we missing one thing that could change everything? Authentic Communication.

The main concept of the podcast 'Broken and Enough' is that our thoughts create feelings, which influence our perspective and beliefs. When our thoughts and emotions have a negative undertone, we start feeling broken and not enough. Stefanie explores the connection between this feeling and communication, both internal and external. She wants to understand what authentic communication is and how it affects different aspects of our lives. Stefanie plans to dive deeper into this topic in future episodes, offering tactical tips and having guests on the show.



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In a stage of life where you know you desire deep meaningful friendships but you are also juggling the busyness of everyday life. And then you start to wonder how to maintain what you do have with friends, let alone improve it. Check out this episode.

In this episode, we discusses the importance of being present and engaged in friendships. Stefanie shares her own experiences of struggling with being present and offers tips on how to improve. Emphasizing the need to set dedicated time for friends, to check your thoughts and emotions at the door, and to put down your phone and be fully present. She also highlights the importance of listening and asking engaging questions to deepen connections. Stefanie encourages reflection and improvement in order to have quality friendships and maintain lasting relationships.


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Ever been in one of those situations where you thought you were going into a situation understanding it...and quickly find out that it is not at all what you had expected? Listen to this episode to walk through different ways to handle the unexpected of being caught off guard, and how to take clues from so you can prepare yourself internally for the next time you get caught off guard...because it will happen again in some form.

In this episode, we discusses the experience of being caught off guard and how it can affect us. Stefanie shares a personal example of a meeting where she thought she would be the questioner but ended up being the presenter. Exploring the different ways we can respond to being caught off guard and emphasizing the importance of preparation and asking questions to avoid feeling unprepared. We highlight the impact of how being caught off guard has an affect on our emotions and confidence, and suggest ways to improve our ability to handle unexpected situations.


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