Wrapping up the year with a bang! Our latest podcast episode features Erica Diamond. She is a certified life coach and yoga teacher, and she's talking to us about self-care during the holidays, during tumultuous times. Erica Diamond is passionate advocate for women's self-care and mental well-being. Erica shared her personal journey from a young entrepreneur experiencing burnout to becoming a certified life coach, yoga, and meditation instructor. Her story is a testament to the importance of self-care and setting boundaries. With the holiday season upon us, Erica offered advice on navigating family dynamics and the stress that often accompanies this time of year. She reiterated the significance of boundaries and self-care to manage potentially triggering situations. What You’ll Learn From this Episode: Find out practical tips for incorporating self-care into your daily routine, such as walking, drinking water, and practicing breathing exercises.Learn about the ripple effect of self-care and how it can positively impact your relationships with others.Find out how to impart the value of self-care to your children and overcome challenges in teaching them."You take care of yourself, you take care of the world." - Erica Diamond Topics Covered: 01:21 - Erica shares her journey of becoming an entrepreneur and experiencing burnout. 04:50 - The importance of mind-body connection and the role of yoga and meditation in her life.The conversation shifts to the guilt some people feel about practicing self-care during difficult times. 16:28 - Prioritize self-care and not wait for the "right time" to start.Practical tips for starting a self-care routine, including walking, drinking water, and practicing breathing exercises. 00:22:00 - List of 10 things to leave behind in 2023, including negativity, self-doubt, and judgmental attitudes.The importance of setting boundaries during the holidays and practicing empathy towards difficult family members. 28:22 - Erica emphasizes the ripple effect of self-care and how it positively impacts relationships and the world.The challenges of imparting self-care to children and the importance of being a role model. 37:17 - Erica reflects on her own upbringing and the impact it had on her self-care journey. 39:50 - Erica encourages listeners to reach out to her on Instagram and shares her handle. Connect with Erica Diamond: Instagram: @ericadiamondWebsite: htRecommended Resource Hungry for More: Stories and Science to Inspire Weight Loss From the Inside Out by Dr. Adrienne Youdim If you love it and you think it is of benefit, please share this podcast with one person that you love. You can also go to dradrienneyoudim.com/podcast if you prefer to get more podcast updates from us. TRANSFORMATIONAL EVENT “Ditch the New Year New You Shenanigans: A New Approach to Sustainable Weight and Wellness in the New Year.” In this workshop, Adrienne will help you redefine nutrition beyond the food on your plate and offer you actionable guidance on how to incorporate diet, sleep, movement, and contemplative practices into your daily routine. Discover the profound link between physical and emotional hunger, break through your barriers AND give you a chance to meet with me and ask your questions! If you are ready to start the new year with a different kind of intention, sign-up at https://subscribepage.io/ayoudim-transformative-course