In today’s episode, Amanda is joined by Sara Pedersen, Amazon’s Global Vice President of Community Engagement. Sara shares her transformative wellness journey, revealing how she transitioned from a Type A, overachieving people-pleaser to a self-aware individual living in her truth.
Sara’s relentless pursuit of achievement came to a halt during the COVID-19 pandemic, prompting her to question her happiness. Despite her external accomplishments, she realized that true happiness comes from within and embarked on a personal wellness journey.
She shares her process of letting go of past traumas, people-pleasing tendencies, and the habit of overachieving to meet others’ expectations. Sara delves into her exploration of self-identity and the tools she discovered to cultivate her own happiness. 
 
Amanda & Sara discuss: 
 

Healing childhood wounds
Unlearning old behaviors & coping mechanisms
Sitting in uncomfortable emotions 
Releasing what no longer serves you
Getting quiet with yourself to understand how you’re truly feeling
Creating self-care habits and routines
Realizing rest & fun are non-negotiables 
Taking responsibility for our own wellness

 
If you find yourself in a challenging situation, remember that your current struggle is not permanent. Allow yourself the grace to experience difficult days and understand that progress is made one step at a time!
Wellness is not a destination but a way of life. It doesn’t have to be an overwhelming task. The journey to wellness begins with a single step. Whether it’s going for a walk, dedicating quiet time for self-reflection, or exploring what happiness truly means to you, every step counts.
 
Resources: 

How We Feel App
The Way of Integrity by Martha Beck 

 
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