In this episode, Danielle and Dakota discuss their addiction to stress and worry. They share their personal experiences of being constantly in chaotic and high-stress environments, such as the service industry, and how they have become addicted to the dopamine hits that come with stress. They also explore the root causes of stress addiction, including childhood trauma and growing up in chaotic households. The conversation highlights the struggle of finding peace and stillness in a slow-paced life and the difficulty of breaking free from the comfort zone of stress. They discuss the importance of awareness, being present in the moment, and recognizing the patterns of stress addiction in order to heal and find true happiness. The conversation explores the importance of tapping into creation and being present in the moment. It emphasizes the value of engaging in creative activities, such as dance, drawing, and writing, for the sake of enjoyment and self-expression, rather than for monetary gain. The speakers discuss the need to disidentify with negative self-talk and shift towards more positive and empowering language. They also touch on the pressure to constantly hustle and the importance of setting realistic goals and releasing the need for perfection. Overall, the conversation encourages embracing creativity, letting go of external validation, and finding joy in the process of creation. In this episode, Dakota and Danielle discuss the importance of decluttering and creating a peaceful environment to reduce stress. They emphasize the need to check in with oneself and let go of unnecessary stressors, such as social media and excessive consumption. They also encourage listeners to give themselves permission to rest and tap into joy. The episode ends with an affirmation and an invitation to join their women's gathering for community and support.

Takeaways:

• Stress addiction and worry addiction are real and can be caused by childhood trauma and growing up in chaotic environments.
• Stress addiction can manifest in various ways, such as constantly creating chaotic situations, seeking dopamine hits from stress, and struggling to be still and peaceful.
• Becoming aware of stress patterns and being present in the moment can help break free from stress addiction and find true happiness.
• Recognizing that stress addiction is a comfort zone and learning to feel safe in peace and stillness is a process that takes time and effort. Tapping into creation and being present in the moment is essential for personal growth and fulfillment.
• Engaging in creative activities, such as dance, drawing, and writing, can bring joy and release stress.
• Disidentifying with negative self-talk and using empowering language can improve self-esteem and well-being.
• The pressure to constantly hustle and seek external validation can be detrimental to mental health.
• Setting realistic goals and releasing the need for perfection can reduce stress and increase productivity.
• Embracing creativity and finding joy in the process of creation is more important than seeking monetary gain or external recognition. Decluttering your physical and digital spaces can help reduce stress and create a more peaceful environment.
• Check in with yourself to identify if you're creating unnecessary stress and find ways to honor a slower pace of life.
• Take breaks from social media and excessive consumption to allow yourself time to process and reduce stress.
• Give yourself permission to rest and prioritize self-care.
• Tap into joy and engage in activities that bring you happiness and fulfillment.
• Join a community or support group to connect with others and share experiences.

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