

Make Your Damn Bed
Julie Merica
@MYDBpodcast is a bite sized, real talk, daily motivation podcast to play while you make your bed every morning. Build momentum - better your life.Each episode is around 10 minutes and intended to encourage, motivate, and inspire you to get out of bed - so you can start making it! Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.All content, including text, graphics, images and information, is for general information purposes only. This content is presented on an "as-is" basis.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 9, 2022 • 9min
481 || psyched || how to overcome guilt
guilt is a signal you care. that's not a bad thing. but don't let it consume ya. guilt can be a productive reflection tool - if we take it as a learning opportunity, but it can easily spiral into a toxic cycle of intense undeserved remorse. Ask yourself: is this my guilt to carry? what is making me feel guilty? is it within my control to make amends? have I taken accountability to ensure I won't make the same mistake again in the future? what more can I do? what would happen if I set down the guilt for a while?RESOURCES: https://psychcentral.com/health/tips-for-dealing-with-guilt#recap See the extended bonus versions of episodes like this on youtube.com/juliemerica and rate us 5 stars on apple podcasts if you haven't already. If can share this with a friend (or enemy) that you think would benefit from it, that would truly be a game changer. Subscribe to the newsletter at www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com or visit our patreon for highly exclusive bonus content. Support our sponsors, because they support us (which supports the accessibility of this daily content). Honestly, though, thank you for simply being here. for existing. it really means more than you know. luhh ya.The opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained or presented is for general information purposes only. All content is presented on an "as-is" basis.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 8, 2022 • 8min
480 || whimsy || starting the collection
Being an adult often means life becomes predictable, monotonous, mundane, and exhausting - but by intentionally collecting moments of magic and whimsy that already exist in your day to day, you'll start to see all the places you can invite even more fun in! See the extended bonus versions of episodes like this on youtube.com/juliemerica and rate us 5 stars on apple podcasts if you haven't already. If can share this with a friend (or enemy) that you think would benefit from it, that would truly be a game changer. Subscribe to the newsletter at www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com or visit our patreon for highly exclusive bonus content. Support our sponsors, because they support us (which supports the accessibility of this daily content). Honestly, though, thank you for simply being here. for existing. it really means more than you know. luhh ya.The opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained or presented is for general information purposes only. All content is presented on an "as-is" basis. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 7, 2022 • 8min
479 || tip || confidence building in an employee's market
Today's tip is relevant to the boss babes in the market - 'cuz for the first time in my work history - the job market is actually pretending to value me as the badass asset and resource that I am. Hopefully, that's the story for you, too! https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/blog/employees-job-market/See the extended bonus versions of episodes like this on youtube.com/juliemerica and rate us 5 stars on apple podcasts if you haven't already. If can share this with a friend (or enemy) that you think would benefit from it, that would truly be a game changer. Subscribe to the newsletter at www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com or visit our patreon for highly exclusive bonus content. Support our sponsors, because they support us (which supports the accessibility of this daily content). Honestly, though, thank you for simply being here. for existing. it really means more than you know. luhh ya.The opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained or presented is for general information purposes only. All content is presented on an "as-is" basis.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 6, 2022 • 10min
478 || special release || struggle + choice w/Sherylle Bates
The struggle is real, but you can still ask yourself, what is worth suffering for?visit https://sheryllebates.com/the-struggle-is-real/ for more + subscribe to @SherylleBates wherever ya can!See the extended bonus version of THIS episode on youtube.com/juliemerica + rate us 5 stars on apple podcasts, if ya haven't already. It helps spread the word + keep this going. If can share this with a friend (or enemy) that you think would benefit from it, that would also be a game changer. Subscribe to the newsletter at www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com or visit our patreon for highly exclusive bonus content. Please support our sponsors, because they support us (which supports the accessibility of this daily content). Honestly, though, thank you for simply being here. for existing. it really means more than you know. luhh ya.The opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained or presented is for general information purposes only. All content is presented on an "as-is" basis.Access the daily motivational podcast here: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.comThank you so much for watching. Feel free to subscribe if you want more content like this! Have a good one, friend!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 5, 2022 • 8min
477 || strategies || time savers (that actually work)
How to limit your time wasters: SocialTake advantage of voice-to-text features such as transcribed voicemails or to make notes or draft emails and text messages when you are on the go.Avoid small talk. Stay focused.Take any necessary action immediately following a call.Impose screen time limits and regularly monitor your digital wellness (see Strategy 10).Schedule breaks from your devices.EmailSet aside a specific time to view and respond to email, but don’t let it accumulate to the point it becomes overwhelming to sort.Turn off notifications for email.Handle each item only once if possible.Immediately delete or unsubscribe from junk emails.Keep address books up-to-date and organized.Utilize built-in shortcuts to sort email.Unexpected VisitorsSchedule time for face-to-face visits.Inform visitors of your time constraints and politely offer to reschedule.Set a mutually agreeable time limit for the visit.When someone comes to the door, stand up and have your meeting standing to help keep it brief.In-Person and Virtual MeetingsKnow the purpose of the meeting in advance.Arrive early.Start and end the meeting on time.Prepare an agenda and stick to it. Use a timed agenda, if necessary.Don’t schedule meetings unless they are necessary and have a specific purpose or agenda.Use recording software or designate a note-taker.Family ObligationsUse and sync virtual calendars for easy sharing between busy family members.Make each family member responsible for consulting the master calendar for potential conflicts.Create a central area or agreed upon app for posting communications such as appointment reminders, announcements, and messages.RESOURCES: https://extension.uga.edu/publications/detail.html?number=C1042Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 4, 2022 • 7min
476 || find someone who commits to the same shit
Found in the notes of my phone - Good relationships come from two people who are committed. The same level of commitment surpasses most other qualities. And It doesn’t necessarily mean committed to each other.It could be committed to lifelong growth and work together.It could be committed to the same style of dating or partnership.it could EVEN be the same level of commitment at different paces.as long as there is the same level of commitment to communication in the meantime.I would much rather die alone making myself happy than fighting + failing to make the wrong person happy instead.When you look for people who are willing to put the work in - you find people who don’t run when they’re afraid and who communicate big feelings when they can. Even if they are less emotionally mature - commitment to the same type of growth and understand ding and core values is where the money is. See the extended bonus versions of episodes like this on youtube.com/juliemerica and rate us 5 stars on apple podcasts if you haven't already. If can share this with a friend (or enemy) that you think would benefit from it, that would truly be a game changer. Subscribe to the newsletter at www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com or visit our patreon for highly exclusive bonus content. Support our sponsors, because they support us (which supports the accessibility of this daily content). Honestly, though, thank you for simply being here. for existing. it really means more than you know. luhh ya.The opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained or presented is for general information purposes only. All content is presented on an "as-is" basis.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 3, 2022 • 7min
Day 475 || what to do if you're scammed
Even though being victimized by a scam is more common than we think, there are ways we can protect ourselves. That said - if it's too late - the main thing we can do is play offensively for a while. This episode is filled with tips on what to do if you happen to be victim to various types of scams. resource: https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/what-do-if-you-were-scammedSee the extended bonus versions of episodes like this on youtube.com/juliemerica and rate us 5 stars on apple podcasts if you haven't already. If can share this with a friend (or enemy) that you think would benefit from it, that would truly be a game changer. Subscribe to the newsletter at www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com or visit our patreon for highly exclusive bonus content. Support our sponsors, because they support us (which supports the accessibility of this daily content). Honestly, though, thank you for simply being here. for existing. it really means more than you know. luhh ya.The opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained or presented is for general information purposes only. All content is presented on an "as-is" basis.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 2, 2022 • 8min
Day 474 || how to be less judgy
This therapy quick tip Thursday brings us the concept of the fundamental attribution error - which refers to an individual's tendency to attribute another's actions to their character or personality, while attributing their own personal behaviors to external situational factors outside of their control.In other words, we tend to cut ourselves a break while holding others 100 percent accountable for their actions. For instance when a driver cut you off - they’re an asshole but when you cut someone off, it was because you misjudged traffic + it was a one time thing. we should offer others the same courtesy of the gentlest possible interpretation, if we can + have no other reason to doubt them. 65% subject blamed behavior on others when bad things happening but blame self only 44% and situation more often. RESOURCES: https://online.hbs.edu/blog/post/the-fundamental-attribution-error?sf55808584=1See the extended bonus versions of episodes like this on youtube.com/juliemerica and rate us 5 stars on apple podcasts if you haven't already. If can share this with a friend (or enemy) that you think would benefit from it, that would truly be a game changer. Subscribe to the newsletter at www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com or visit our patreon for highly exclusive bonus content. Support our sponsors, because they support us (which supports the accessibility of this daily content). Honestly, though, thank you for simply being here. for existing. it really means more than you know. luhh ya.The opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained or presented is for general information purposes only. All content is presented on an "as-is" basis.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 1, 2022 • 7min
Day 473 || time wash your face? (an aunt terri takeover)
Hey y'all it's Aunt Terri steppin' in for Julie's first "whimsical Wednesday" and I decided to help her out (and y'all) with a lil classic tough love and tips on how to outsource shit you don't like doin' with other shit you don't like doing, less. See the extended bonus versions of episodes like this on youtube.com/juliemerica and rate us 5 stars on apple podcasts if you haven't already. If can share this with a friend (or enemy) that you think would benefit from it, that would truly be a game changer. Subscribe to the newsletter at www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com or visit our patreon for highly exclusive bonus content. Support our sponsors, because they support us (which supports the accessibility of this daily content). Honestly, though, thank you for simply being here. for existing. it really means more than you know. luhh ya.The opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained or presented is for general information purposes only. All content is presented on an "as-is" basis.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 31, 2022 • 6min
Day 472 || fun ways to improve your memory + don't be a story-writer
If you want to remember things, add some emotional stakes. Try memorizing the grocery list with a theatrical narrative storyline, and see how you make out!Also, I derail into an important idea about storywriting for others and allowing them to reveal themselves in due time.See the extended bonus version of episodes similar to this one on youtube.com/juliemerica and rate us 5 stars on apple podcasts if you haven't already. If can share this with a friend (or enemy) that you think would benefit from it, that would truly be a game changer. Subscribe to the newsletter at www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com or visit our patreon for highly exclusive bonus content. Support our sponsors, because they support us (which supports the accessibility of this daily content). Honestly, though, thank you for simply being here. for existing. it really means more than you know. luhh ya.The opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained or presented is for general information purposes only. All content is presented on an "as-is" basis.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


