123: Mental Health Toolkit: Reducing Stress and Increasing Happiness w/ Karena Dawn of Tone It Up
Karena Dawn is a fitness coach, author, entrepreneur, and the co-founder of the well-known fitness brand, Tone It Up. In today's conversation, Karena opens up about her lifelong struggle with mental health: from growing up with a mother who was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia to her history of drug abuse and depression. She gives amazing insight into how to heal, find joy after hardship, and cope with mental health struggles. Karena and Josie also chat about Karena's favorite biohacks, tips for adding in more protein, and her opinion on living in "The Ozempic Era."
SHOW NOTES:
00:48 — Weekend Recap and Sabrina Carpenter's Album
06:24 — Book Discussion: It Ends With Us
11:06 — Ask the Everygirl: Coping With Overthinking and Dating
28:10 — Interview with Karina Dawn: Mental Health Journey
38:56 — Understanding Anxiety: Tools and Techniques
39:24 — The Power of Cold Water and Exercise
41:07 — Confronting Personal Darkness and Addictions
42:28 — The Importance of Sitting in Silence
47:08 — Navigating Grief and Healing
55:13 — Finding Joy and Trusting Love Again
57:39 — Biohacks and Wellness Tips
59:52 — Diet Culture and Body Positivity
01:04:43 — Time Management and the 8-8-8 Rule
01:06:45 — Rapid Fire Questions and Final Thoughts
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