We’ve all been told to “never give up” — but what if that mindset has a dark side? This episode breaks down new psychological research, highlighted in New Scientist, showing that relentless grit and pushing through at all costs can actually harm wellbeing… and that knowing when to quit is a powerful skill. Eimear unpacks the science behind healthy goal disengagement, why stopping is sometimes the smartest move you can make, and how letting go can open doors you couldn’t see while you were bu...
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We’ve all been told to “never give up” — but what if that mindset has a dark side? This episode breaks down new psychological research, highlighted in New Scientist, showing that relentless grit and pushing through at all costs can actually harm wellbeing… and that knowing when to quit is a powerful skill. Eimear unpacks the science behind healthy goal disengagement, why stopping is sometimes the smartest move you can make, and how letting go can open doors you couldn’t see while you were bu...
Reclaiming Ceremony: Altars, Feasts, and Rhythms That Nourish
Girl, Choose Yourself!
24 minutes
2 months ago
Reclaiming Ceremony: Altars, Feasts, and Rhythms That Nourish
In this episode, we explore the power of ceremony — not the store-bought kind of “celebration” that Target and Hallmark roll out, but the soul-nourishing rituals women have always created to mark change, connect, and carry each other through the darker months. You’ll hear about: Why consumer holidays often leave us stressed, depleted, and disconnectedWhat women’s ceremonies once offered us — and why those traditions were devalued or forgottenAncient seasonal practices, from Celtic Samhain to ...
Girl, Choose Yourself!
We’ve all been told to “never give up” — but what if that mindset has a dark side? This episode breaks down new psychological research, highlighted in New Scientist, showing that relentless grit and pushing through at all costs can actually harm wellbeing… and that knowing when to quit is a powerful skill. Eimear unpacks the science behind healthy goal disengagement, why stopping is sometimes the smartest move you can make, and how letting go can open doors you couldn’t see while you were bu...
