If making friends feels hard, then this episode is for you. You will learn... - why making friends as an adult feels hard - exactly WHERE you’ll find your people - how to make friends who live close to you - actionable tips to help you find, keep, and strengthen your friendships Our guest, Kat Vellos, is a trusted expert on the power of cultivating meaningful friendships. She’s a speaker and author of the book, We Should Get Together: The Secret to Cultivating Better Friendships. She’s also the creator of the Better than Small Talk conversation cards and the Better Conversations Calendar. Her work helps people transform disconnection and platonic longing into authentic connection and belonging. In her former career as a user experience designer at Slack and Pandora, she helped millions of people find music they love and enjoy work a lot more. While working full-time at both of those iconic companies, Kat spent her free time researching and writing her debut book We Should Get Together: The Secret to Cultivating Better Friendships. She couldn’t stop herself from writing this book because the thirty-something friendship desert is real and she refused to take “how about we meet up in six weeks?” for an answer. So she used her UX research-n-design superpowers to explore the question “how might we design a better experience of adult friendship and simultaneously put a sizable dent in the loneliness epidemic?” Thousands of readers use her book to improve their friendships every day and her writing is read in over 100 countries. She’s been interviewed by The New York Times, NPR, Communication Arts, The Good Life Project, and many more. Sign up for Kat’s newsletter here and check out her course, Platonic Action Lab. And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast Mentioned In This Episode... How Long Til’ Black Future Month? by N.K. JemisinEp. 195 on Mary’s Cup of Tea: The Most Underrated EmotionWhat if friendship is easier than you think?

(Trigger Warning: Talk of EDs & Fatphobia)

Dear Mary,

How do I navigate friendship with a very fatphobic and generally-judgmental friend?

She is someone I met when I had anorexia. A lot of what we bonded over was the understanding of restrictive eating, because she had struggled with that as well. She is former military and has a lot of military influences to the way she views health and fitness, as well as having parents who engrained fatphobia into her. They would literally sit in the car outside grocery stores and make fun of fat people leaving(not to their faces). Her views and the vocalization of them hurt my soul, they are not an outlook on other people I have ever had, nor would want to have. She talks about these things pretty frequently. A lot of the things she says I would never want my younger sister hearing because I don't want those hurtful views in her head.

I know you wonder, this person sounds awful, why do you have this friend? She is in many ways a wonderful person and a good friend. She is thoughtful, she and I just click in many ways, she is giving and loving to the people close to her, I could go on about qualities I love. But lately my feelings toward her are not good. I don't want to be around her because inevitably she will end up saying some things that really bum me out. I want her to be a lifelong friend, I want to be there for her for anything, I want to babysit her kids...but I would never want her views to be shared with mine.

How do I talk to her about this? Though we challenge each other's views pretty often and are used to confrontation, she is not looking to change her mind on this. For months now I have been avoiding spending as much time around her. Neither of us have many other friends...she is a treasured person for me. What's your advice on keeping or losing a friend because of this?

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If you’re going through a difficult time, here are 5 reminders to ground you in self-love. You will learn... - Where mantras originate from and why they’re helpful - How to work with your mindset to gain greater perspective - What to tell yourself when you’re going through a hard time Which one of these affirmations resonated with you the most? Or do you have your own mantra that you love? Let me know by tagging [@maryspodcast](https://www.instagram.com/maryspodcast/) in your IG stories! Get Mary’s self-love book + journal: - [*The Gift of Self-Love*](https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love): a workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself - [*100 Days of Self-Love](https://www.notion.so/3c0dadab63e54f34982830413ea57a14?pvs=21):* a guided journal with 100 prompts to help you calm self-criticism and learn to love who you are Mentioned In This Episode... 240 votes TikTok by @imdaven: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTFwo3So6/

Mary talks about 3 ways to balance body positivity with the pursuit of health. She hopes you will see that contrary to misconceptions on the internet, body positivity and health are actually one and the same. You will learn how to... - approach food with a non-diety, yet health-focused, mindset - think about movement in a way that isn’t body or weight loss focused - trust your body after years of trying to control it Remember: accepting, loving, and caring for your body is the healthiest thing for you. Don’t let diet culture tell you otherwise! Mary has a NEW BOOK coming out on November 15th: 100 Days of Self-Love, a guided journal to help you calm self-criticism and learn to love who you are. Pre-order it today to get the audiobook for free by visiting [maryscupoftea.com/journal](http://maryscupoftea.com/journal). We are also celebrating over 1 million podcast downloads thanks to all of you self-lovers!!! Thank you so much for supporting this small show over the years. If you have 60 seconds to tell us what you love about the show, we would greatly appreciate a review on Apple or a rating on Spotify. Always love hearing from you!

Arielle Estoria is back on the show to talk to us being a multi-passionate creator. Arielle Estoria is a Spoken Word Poet, a Writer and Author, as well as an Emcee, Speaker and Actor. You will learn about... - how yoga can be incredibly healing to your relationship with your body - what it means to be multi-passionate and how to embrace it as a GIFT - how Arielle practices rest and boundaries as a soulfilled creator Remember: the real work is rest. Follow Arielle on Instagram: @arielleestoria Arielle’s new book The Unfolding is coming spring 2023. Pre-order it here: https://amzn.to/3S7ne6m And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @arielleestoria Mentioned In This Episode... Listen to Mary’s previous conversation with Arielle (Episode #21) Why Some of Us Don’t Have One True Calling TEDx Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/emilie_wapnick_why_some_of_us_don_t_have_one_true_calling?language=en

In this episode, Mary talks about her struggles with... struggle. You will learn about... - finding or having more meaning in our lives - enjoying life without trying to fix everything that is ”wrong with you” - lack of connection making us want to fill a void Remember: You are enough, your life is enough and who you are at your core is totally okay. If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! Mary is so excited to announce that her NEW BOOK, 100 Days of Self-Love, is now available for you to pre-order at [maryscupoftea.com/journal](http://maryscupoftea.com/journal) Make sure you pre-order the journal by November 1st so that you can get the audiobook for freeeee! Mentioned In This Episode... Episode #61: Stop Trying to Be Happy (and Do This Instead)

Mary is joined by Melody Godfred to talk about how self-love shows up in our lives, especially post pandemic. You will learn... - how self-love shows up in motherhood and parenting - why achievements don’t always bring joy - the intrinsic power women hold and how to embrace it Remember: the goal is not to check the boxes for the sake of “success”; it’s to get closer to YOUR aligned center and be able to live authentically. Melody Godfred is the Self Love Philosopher. As a poet, author and speaker, she is devoted to empowering people to love themselves and transform their lives. Her poetry has been featured by *Oprah Magazine* and *T*o*day with Hoda and Jenna*, among others, for its wisdom and ability to deeply resonate and uplift. Her bestselling debut poetry collection, *Self Love Poetry: for Thinkers & Feelers*, was recognized as one of the best poetry books of 2021 by *Woman’s Day*, and her self love guided journal, *The ABCs of Self Love*, was recently featured by Hudson Booksellers at over 300 airports across the United States. Melody’s new poetry collection, *The Shift: Poetry for a New Perspective*, is set to be published on September 27, 2022 by Andrews McMeel Publishing and is designed to reframe how we see and move through this brave new, post-pandemic world. Follow Melody on Instagram: @fredandfar Learn more about Melody’s self-love poetry books here: [https://www.melodygodfred.com](https://www.melodygodfred.com/) And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @fredandfar

Mary shares the details about her new book, 100 Days of Self Love! It’s a journal that complements her first book, The Gift of Self Love, to help you continue to grow on your self love journey! There are 100 journal prompts accompanied by little musings by Mary to help guide you. 100 Days of Self Love is now available for pre-order! And if you pre-order now, Mary will send you a copy of the audiobook version for free as a special thank you gift! Go to [maryscupoftea.com/journal](https://maryscupoftea.com/100-days-of-self-love) to pre-order and fill out the form by October 31 to receive your audiobook!

Mary is so excited to announce that her NEW BOOK, 100 Days of Self-Love, is now available for you to pre-order at [maryscupoftea.com/journal](http://maryscupoftea.com/journal) After publishing my first book, *The Gift of Self-Love*, many of you asked for a tool that would help you build a daily practice of self-love into your life. I wrote *100 Days of Self-Love* you do just that. It’s got 100 journaling prompts that cover ALL areas of life—body, identity, purpose, relationships, and more—so you can really think of it as a metaphorical multivitamin for self-love, something to keep you going or GROWING on your self-love journey. Go to [maryscupoftea.com/journal](http://maryscupoftea.com/journal) to learn more about this new self-love journal! Make sure you pre-order the journal by November 1st so that you can get the audiobook for freeeee! This solo episode is about what I’ve learned after writing and publishing 2 self-love books. I talk about… - My writing process including how I deal with challenges - Tips for overcoming self-criticism as a creator - Why you MUST share your gifts with the world Remember: do. the damn. thing. I believe in you and I will keep reminding you of that until you start believing in yourself.

In today’s episode, Mary gives a little pep talk around what to do when you’re having a bad day. You will learn how to... - shift your mood when you have a bad moment in your day - define what a bad day means to you and what is contributing to those feelings - define what a good day looks like for you Remember: We need to work on untying and detaching our mood on external factors. If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide!

Our first ever male guest on the show (aside from Boyfriend, of course!) is Jake Sasseville!! Jake is a dear friend of Mary’s who vulnerably shares his life story including struggles with weight/ body-image, career successes and failures, and what he’s learned along the way. This is a conversation about… - surrendering to life’s highs and lows - overcoming codependent and addictive behaviors - creating true, unimaginable success in your life - how your weight does not have to hold you back Remember: NEXT. RIGHT. ACTION. Jake Sasseville is a serial entrepreneur, author, podcaster and TV producer. He is the CEO of Imiloa Institute in Costa Rica, he was the youngest host in late-night TV history on ABC, and the White House, and Kauffman Foundation named him one of the most “innovative entrepreneurs.” He has built a wide-ranging and impactful career at the intersection of culture and consciousness. At 17, he learned early on about life’s private struggles: his thirteen-year brother died of leukemia and his father was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in the same year. As a result, Sasseville has been known to be a sensitive, steadfast and resilient leader, often choosing pioneering paths instead of roads frequently traveled. Follow Jake on Instagram: @jakesasseville Learn more about retreats at Imiloa Institute here: https://imiloainstitute.com/retreats/ (and use code TEA to get $250 off an Imiloa Signature Retreat!) And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @jakesasseville

A short solo episode where Mary shares her #1 tip for feeling confident in yourself while dating. Whether you’re seeing someone or just casually dating, this is the mindset you must adopt to attract good, healthy people in your life. Remember: you are worthy of stable, healthy love. Get Beyond Body for 75% off: https://maryscupoftea.com/bb

Since Mary is getting married soon, it’s only fitting that she talks to renowned relationship psychologist Dr. Alexandra Solomon. You will learn... - which green flags to look out for in your relationship - how to navigate feeling like you’re carrying the “emotional burden” of your relationship - what it means when you say “I love you but I’m not in love with you” - the key to making a relationship last long-term Follow Alexandra on Instagram: @dr.alexandra.solomon Learn more about Alexandra here: [www.dralexandrasolomon.com](http://www.dralexandrasolomon.com/) And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @dr.alexandra.solomon Dr. Alexandra H. Solomon, PhD, is a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Psychology at Northwestern University, a licensed clinical psychologist at The Family Institute at Northwestern University, a regular contributor at [Psychology Today](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/loving-bravely)*,* the creator and host of the Reimagining Love podcast, and the author of *Taking Sexy Back: How to Own Your Sexuality and Create the Relationships You Want* (February 2, 2020; New Harbinger) and *Loving Bravely: 20 Lessons of Self-Discovery to Help You Get the Love You Want* (2017; New Harbinger), which was featured on the TODAY show. Mentioned In This Episode... Dr. Alexandra’s podcast episode with her husband Todd: https://dralexandrasolomon.com/podcasts/love-stories-toddcast/

f you have a chronic health condition, then you know how extra difficult it is to navigate food and body-image struggles. Between wellness culture telling you to cut out this or that food and lose weight for “health reasons,” it can be triggering to manage your symptoms without slipping back into a restrictive mindset. And the worst part is, even medical professionals prescribe dietary restrictions without screening patients for a history of disordered eating. So is food freedom possible even while living with chronic illness? Nutritionist Abbie Attwood is here to help. You will learn... - how to challenge diet and weight-centric medical advice - practical tips for finding p eace with your body amidst chronic pain and symptoms - how to approach food with conditions like PCOS, Celiacs, Chrons, IBS, diabetes, and autoimmune illnesses Remember: Your body deserves COMPASSION even and especially in the face of chronic health challenges. Abbie Attwood (she/her) is an anti-diet, weight-inclusive nutritionist with a master’s degree in clinical nutrition. She runs Abbie Attwood Wellness, offering virtual nutrition therapy and body image coaching through both individual sessions and group programs. Abbie is also the host of the Full Plate Podcast and writes a companion newsletter. Abbie’s personal journey with an eating disorder emerged at the intersection of competitive running, neurodivergence, and chronic illnesses. These experiences fuel her passion for working with individuals who don’t always fit the traditional image of disordered eating, offering them a space to feel seen and supported. Her approach is rooted in self-compassion, social justice, and body liberation. Abbie helps clients worldwide heal from disordered eating, chronic dieting, body shame, and compulsive exercise, guiding them towards a more peaceful and respectful relationship with their bodies. She splits her time between Maine and the Bay Area, where she lives with her husband and their two quirky rescue dogs. Abbie is a lover of breakfast foods, good books, the ocean, and a scoop of ice cream any time of day. Follow Abbie on Instagram @abbieattwoodwellness Learn more about Abbie’s group coaching: https://www.abbieattwoodwellness.com/group-coaching And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @abbieattwoodwellness Mentioned In This Episode... The Full Plate Podcast Episode: No, You Can’t ”Eat Your Way” To Diabetes With Erin Phillips, RD & Diabetes Specialist

Last week, Mary almost applied for a job at Trader Joe’s because she was feeling nervous about her purpose. If you’ve ever questioned your path in life, then this episode is for you. You will learn... - the 2 scenarios that lead to questioning everything - how to create your purpose in a sea of possibilities - 3 questions to ask yourself to gain clarity around your purpose Perhaps it’s unwise to think about the future when there is so much for us to learn in the present… If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide! Mentioned In This Episode... Blog post on Japanese concept of “ikigai”: https://www.brightspacecoaching.com/blog/find-your-purpose

An incredibly rich conversation about how travel transforms your character. Mary interviews Chelsea Glass, owner of Heart of Travel, an organization that helps you learn about Latin American culture through Spanish classes and small group trips. You will learn about… - how to travel ethically and truly support the country you’re visiting - the hardships of interracial and intercultural relationships - how to find your “home,” whether it’s the place you were born or somewhere abroad Remember: travel can teach us so much about ourselves and the world around us. If done intentionally, travel transforms you. Chelsea Glass was born and raised in California and first began studying Spanish at the age of 19. After more than a decade immersed in the language, along with her post-graduate studies in Spanish at CSU Sacramento, Chelsea is a fluent Spanish speaker and experienced language instructor. From 2012 to 2016, Chelsea worked in both tourism and language education (Spanish and ESL) while pursuing her M.A. in Spanish before moving back full time to Guatemala in 2017 to start Heart of Travel. Chelsea has a deep passion for authentic travel and aims to dispel preconceived ideas and notions about Latin American cultures through small group trips. She currently resides in Antigua, Guatemala with her partner and two daughters. Follow Heart of Travel on Instagram: @heartoftravel__ Heart of Travel’s Spanish courses: https://heartoftravelspanish.teachable.com/?affcode=1054958_iujaf4rj Heart of Travel’s small group trips: https://heartoftravel.org/pages/travel-with-us And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @heartoftravel__ Mentioned In This Episode... Basic level Spanish class Mary is taking: https://heartoftravelspanish.teachable.com/p/basic-travel-spanish-i2?affcode=1054958_iujaf4rj

In order to go after our goals and make our dreams come true, we must prioritize stuff that’s important over tasks that feel urgent. Mary will teach you how to use self-love to decipher between urgency and importance. You will learn... - why it’s so hard to motivate yourself - the difference between urgency and importance, and why you must prioritize the latter) - how to replace FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) with JOMO (Joy of Missing Out) Remember: accepting that we are finite creatures with infinite possibilities liberates us to do what we really want to. Love yourself enough to choose the important over the urgent. If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide! Mentioned In This Episode... How to Master Your Priorities Medium Article: https://medium.com/swlh/how-to-master-your-priorities-with-the-urgent-important-matrix-a7904de55266 Productivity for Mortals on the Making Sense Podcast: https://www.samharris.org/podcasts/making-sense-episodes/289-time-management-for-mortals

The fear of failure is closely related to the fear of success. Even though it seems like they’re opposite, both are a self-worth struggle. In this episode you will learn how to... - self-talk your way through the fear of failure - believe in yourself - take small risks that lead to big results Remember: Believing in yourself is harder to do than *not* believing in yourself. It takes courage. It takes willpower. It takes support. It takes stamina and stubbornness and it’s really uncomfortable but boy is it worth it. If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide!

An interview with Erica Smith (@ericasmith.sex.ed), a sexuality educator who talk to us about abortion, purity culture, and how to talk to people about sex. You will learn... - why sexual education is so important and how to talk to young people about sex - how to talk to people in your life who might not understand the severity of the abortion issue, specifically your partner - what purity culture is and how deeply it affects us Erica Smith (she/her) is an award winning sexuality educator and consultant with over 20 years of experience. She has provided comprehensive sex education and advocacy to young women and LGBTQ+ youth in Philadelphia’s juvenile justice system, worked in abortion care, and supported HIV+ and transgender adolescents and their families. She received her Master of Education from Widener University’s Center for Human Sexuality Studies. In 2019, she developed the Purity Culture Dropout™️ Program to help people learn all of the sex education that they missed growing up in purity culture- sex ed that is accurate, queer inclusive, trauma informed, compassionate, and comprehensive. Erica lives in Philadelphia with her partner and house full of rescue animals and you can find her on Instagram at @ericasmith.sex.ed Follow Erica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericasmith.sex.ed/ Learn more about the Purity Culture Dropout Program here: https://www.ericasmitheac.com/the-purity-culture-dropout-program And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @ericasmith.sex.ed Mentioned In This Episode... Sex Education- show on Netflix

Mary shares her best advice for practicing self-love during difficult times. You will learn... - the 3 components of self-compassion - how to know the difference between avoiding and coping - ways to process and move through heavy emotions Remember: we must be protective and intentional with our energy. Self-care is important now more than ever. If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide! Mentioned In This Episode... [Episode #115: Learning the Difference](https://maryscupoftea.com/115-learning-the-difference-mindset/) [Episode #32: Tools for Self-Compassion with Dr. Kristin Neff](https://maryscupoftea.com/tools-for-self-compassion-with-dr-kristin-neff/) Well + Good Article: https://www.wellandgood.com/manage-stress-roe-v-wade/

Mary shares an easy, yet effective technique for tapping into more gratitude. You can do this anytime to instantly feel a little more motivated, happy, and grateful… (although you might find it annoying at first ha!). Remember: changing your word choice can change your life. If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide!

Psychotherapist Seerut Chawla (@seerutkchawla) joins us for a hot take on the dangers of Insta-therapy. Warning: this conversation will challenge you to keep an open mind, think critically, and evaluate what you’ve been taught. You will learn... - what ideas about mental health that have been popularized on social media are actually unethical and harmful - how cultural differences impact our view of mental health - what trauma actually is and what it is NOT Remember: take what resonates with you and leave the rest. This conversation is meant to challenge us to maybe see things a little differently... Seerut Chawla is a psychotherapist and cultural commentator based in London. Follow Seerut on Instagram: @seerutkchawla Sign up for Seerut’s Substack here: https://seerutkchawla.substack.com/ And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @seerutkchawla

In today’s episode, Mary takes a deep dive into emotional intelligence! You will learn how to... - Understand emotional intelligence - How it can be supportive in your self-love journey - Find harmony in the world through your emotions Remember: Self-love does not exist in a vacuum, so consciously work on yourself AND your relationships. If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide!

Tori Dunlap (@herfirst100k) joins us to talk about INVESTING, building WEALTH, and financial CONFIDENCE. You will learn... - the best way to invest your money (the how & where) - why women are less financially educated than men (and how to change that) - how to ditch the shame around money and become financially confident Remember: building wealth as a woman is an act of resistance to the patriarchy. Tori Dunlap is an internationally-recognized money and career expert, and podcast host. After saving $100,000 at age 25, Tori quit her corporate job in marketing and founded [Her First $100K](https://www.herfirst100k.com/) to fight financial inequality by giving women actionable resources to better their money. She has helped over three million women negotiate salary, pay off debt, build savings, and invest. Host of the #1 Business Podcast,[ Financial Feminist](https://herfirst100k.com/financialfeministpodcast); author of the upcoming book “Financial Feminist” (Harper Collins); and Adweek’s ”Finance Creator of the Year”, Tori’s work has been featured on Good Morning America, the Today Show, the New York Times, TIME, PEOPLE, New York Magazine, Forbes, BuzzFeed, CNN, CNBC, and more. Tori now travels the world writing, speaking, and coaching about personal finance, online businesses, side hustles, and confidence for women. Follow Tori Dunlap on Instagram: @herfirst100k Learn more about Tori’s investing app here: [https://treasury.app](https://treasury.app/) And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @herfirst100k

The common misconception is that feeling your feelings means sitting, sulking, and staying where you are until you feel good enough to move forward. But there’s a much more effective way to process your feelings. Tune in to learn how + hear how Mary is applying this technique to her own life. Remember: emotions need motion! If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get Mary’s books two on self-love: - *The Gift of Self-Love*: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. This is a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. - *100 Days of Self-Love:* [maryscupoftea.com/journal](http://maryscupoftea.com/journal). This is a guided journal with 100 prompts to help you calm self-criticism and learn to love who you are. Mentioned In This Episode... [*When God Was a Woman*](https://a.co/d/c9bVe54) by Merlin Stone

Mary gives you a body-image pep talk for embracing your summer body, knowing that it is perfect exactly the way it is. She talks about how to challenge negative body thoughts, deal with other people’s opinions, and find your personal clothing style for the summer. Remember: Your job is not to look a certain way in a bikini or to impress people with your body. Your only job is to exist and hopefully, HAVE FUN. Make this the summer that goes beyond your body. If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide! Mentioned In This Episode... Sign-up for the retreat priority list: https://maryscupoftea.com/retreats The Four Agreements book: https://amzn.to/37Uptb7

Dr. Tara from @lovebites.co talks to us about S-E-X! Dr. Tara is a professor of relational and sexual communication at CSU Fullerton. Her goal is to normalize sex talks and help people feel more sexually fulfilled through confidence and communication coaching. You will learn... - how to talk to your partner about sex with confidence - 3 practices for enhancing your sexual self-esteem - how your earliest sexual experience influences your desires Remember: sexual communication is not easy but it’s important to be courageous and speak your mind! Follow Dr. Tara on Instagram and TikTok: @luvbites.co Dr. Tara’s 5-minutes sexual meditation: https://youtu.be/nek1luHl5d4 10-minute sexual meditation: https://youtu.be/zYyhs3Whjqo And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @luvbites.co

Here’s a mindset to adopt for ultimate personal growth and inner peace: learning the difference. Listen to this episode to find out what this means and how to apply it to your life! You will learn... - how to find balance with food, exercise, work, and other things in your life - an important question to ask yourself to determine if something is serving you or not - advice to help you feel more at peace and content Remember: life is about learning YOUR difference. If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide!

Ruthie Lindsey speaks to us about grief, chronic pain, reparenting yourself, processing trauma, embodiment practices, religious upbringings, self-love and so much more. Not to mention, Ruthie’s heart shines through her voice and reminds us all that there is so much beauty amidst the broken. You will learn about... how Ruthie came back to life after dying (both literally and later, metaphorically) loving your body amidst chronic pain embodiment practices for processing emotions - healing from religious trauma and the process of finding God in your own way Remember: the greatest gift you can give someone, including yourself, is your PRESENCE. Follow Ruthie on Instagram: @ruthielindsey Learn more about Ruthie’s upcoming workshop: http://www.ruthielindsey.com/how-to-like-yourself-101 And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @ruthielindsey Mentioned In This Episode... Video of toddler throwing a tantrum: https://fb.watch/cDWNynQyEa/

Whether you’re single or in a relationship, you’ll want to listen to this episode for advice on conquering body shame in the bedroom. You will learn how to... be more confident in your body sexually vet people and be protective of your space foster more intimacy and trust in your relationships Remember: Be protective of the people you allow inside, whether that’s inside your emotional space or inside of you. Click here https://bit.ly/CHEEX-maryscupoftea to get a 14-day free trial on CHEEX with code CUPOFTEA. Promo valid for new customers when selecting the yearly subscription option. Cancel anytime during the trial period. If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide! Mentioned In This Episode... The Body is Not an Apology by Sonya Renee Taylor: https://amzn.to/3jIUZeB The Orgasm Gap: How Body Shaming Affects Women’s Sexual Experiences: https://feminisminindia.com/2020/11/12/orgasm-gap-body-shaming/ Episode #38 with Emily Nagoski: https://maryscupoftea.com/sex-orgasms-masturbation-with-emily-nagoski/ Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski: https://amzn.to/3vj2Rca

Boyfriend has officially upgraded to fiancé! Mary shares the behind-the-scenes of how he proposed and what her thoughts are on engagements, weddings, and marriages. She also talks about how she’s approaching everything with a feminist mindset. Remember: The most empowering thing you can do for yourself as a feminist is to clearly communicate what is/ isn’t important to you. And as feminists, I don’t think we have any right to judge another woman for her personal choices. Do you agree? Let me know what you think by screenshotting this episode and tagging @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get my book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide! Mentioned In This Episode... Episode #77: Therapy Update + Thoughts on Marriage: https://maryscupoftea.com/77-therapy-update-thoughts-on-marriage/

Mary is joined by her dear friend Jessi Jean, Food Freedom Coach who helps women overcome binge eating. They talk about best friend breakups, breast implants, beauty standards, cosmetic procedures, and the link between binge eating and sexuality. You will learn... - how to create and nurture meaningful adult friendships - why Jessi got her breast implants taken out and her thoughts on other cosmetic procedures - how connecting to your sexuality can help heal binge eating - tips for exploring sexual pleasure both solo and with a partner - advice for building a healthy romantic relationship Remember: where attention goes, energy flows, and what you focus on grows. Follow Jessi on Instagram and TikTok: @jessijeannn Learn more about Jessi’s Food Freedom Online Program here: https://www.foodfreedomonlineprogram.com/ffm And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @jessijeannn Mentioned In This Episode... Mariana van Zeller’s documentary series, Trafficked: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/tv/shows/trafficked-with-mariana-van-zeller

In this super-short solo episode Mary shares a powerful question to ask yourself while you’re journaling or find yourself resorting to old coping mechanisms. She also recommends a great book for exploring your emotions and shares some personal things going on in her life (as per usual!). Sign up for the online retreat on April 13th: https://maryscupoftea.com/onlineretreat If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide! Mentioned In This Episode... Brene Brown’s Atlas of the Heart: https://amzn.to/3wBVz5k

We are celebrating the 1-year birthday of The Gift of Self-Love! Today I thought I’d talk about how to become a writer because pursuing this craft has not only forwarded my career, but also helped me grow as a person. You will learn... - the 5 steps for becoming a writer - different ways to make money as a writer - how Mary got this book deal and stuff to think about if you’re an aspiring author too! Remember: there are no prerequisites for being a writer. To be a writer, all you have to do is... write! (But I promise I share more than that in this episode ;) If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide! Mentioned In This Episode... Join Mary’s online retreat on April 13th: [maryscupoftea.com/onlineretreat](http://maryscupoftea.com/onlineretreat) Mary’s TEDx Talk about body-image: https://youtu.be/DoDzwM0gybg

Today Mary is joined by Jenny Jay, a storyteller and creator and her experiences and education over the last 7 years has become integral to the content that she writes, creates, and shares. Add that to her lived experiences as a South Asian woman with experiences with in/visible disability, living unhoused and without financial security, and existing in her other identities. She recognizes the difference it makes when stories are shared in a way that recognizes your community and validates their experiences. Together, Jenny truly believes that we can make spaces — online, in our media, in our conversations, and in our businesses, spaces for change. You will learn how to... - think critically about what you see on social media - what digital cultural appropriation is and how to avoid it - set boundaries in your digital space, whether you are a creator or consumer of online content If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @justaskjenny Mentioned In This Episode... Jenny’s Inclusive Content Calendar link: https://www.theethicalstoryteller.com/calendar Jenny’s land acknowledgment from her email signature: The Double Jay Collective Inc., was founded on the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples. More specifically, this land is covered by a historic treaty, the Ajetance Treaty [Treaty 19] signed in October of 1818, where the Mississauga Nation of the River Credit and Sixteen Mile Creeks surrendered their land and is the only treaty [known of] named after an Indigenous community member. It is important to recognize the layers & circumstances that lead to this signing, and that this land is still home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. While land acknowledgements allow us to engage in ongoing reconciliation by reflecting on the physical space we are on, as a company, our work now takes place in a combination of physical and virtual spaces. To continue to prioritize and centre reconciliation we will always encourage our team, clients, and community to take the time to learn about the lands they are currently on. You can do so, [here](https://native-land.ca/).

*I feel two paths diverging in my life and I feel drawn to one, but it’s more practical and potentially easier and less expensive to do the other, yet, my heart years for more. How do I know if I’m on the right path?* Tune in to hear Mary’s advice on choosing the right path for you. Submit your questions: pod@maryscupoftea.com Get Mary’s self-love books: 1. [The Gift of Self-Love](https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love)*,* an interactive workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. 2. [100 Days of Self-Love](https://maryscupoftea.com/100-days-of-self-love)*,* a guided journal with 100 prompts to help you calm self-criticism and learn to love who you are. Mentioned In This Episode... [Four Thousand Weeks](https://amzn.to/4dH8YLm) by Oliver Burkeman

In this episode Mary shares a new way to think about intuitive eating that will hopefully help you find a sense of freedom and peace with food. The words we use MATTER and if you start using this one word, your mindset around food will definitely change for the better. Remember: your relationship with food and your body is a reflection of how you lead your life. Do you want everything to be structured, rigid, and obsessive OR would you prefer a little more freedom, flow, and inner peace? If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide!

In today’s episode, Mary shares about the power of mindless activities and how they can help you achieve a state of mindfulness. You will learn how to... - Let go and allow ideas and new perspectives to come to you - Use your five sense to ground yourself - Do activities that give your mind a break Remember: The priority at this moment is learning to find ease in your body and breath. If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide!

When you’ve been told who you ”should” be your whole life, sometimes it’s hard to figure out who you really are. Tune in for some advice on self-discovery and musings from Mary about what it’s like to go through an identity crisis. Maybe life is just one big long identity crisis, so how can you enjoy that journey? If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and tag @maryspodcast on social media! And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide! Mentioned In This Episode... Sign up for Mary’s emails: https://maryjelkovsky.activehosted.com/f/3 Episode #81: How to Follow Your Heart: https://maryscupoftea.com/81-how-to-follow-your-heart/ Episode #67: Advice for Finding Your Passion + Book Recommendations: https://maryscupoftea.com/67-advice-for-finding-your-passion-book-recommendations/ Link to BetterHelp online therapy: [BetterHelp.com/mcot](http://betterhelp.com/mcot)

In this episode Mary addresses 5 disordered habits you’re probably still doing (despite knowing better) and how to stop doing them. These are things that we’ve been conditioned to do since childhood, so they won’t go away overnight. However, it’s important to become aware of them so that you can continue healing from diet culture and unsubscribing from beauty standards. Which one of these 5 habits do you catch yourself doing? Take a moment to reflect and be honest with yourself because that’s always the first step. If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide!

In honor of my birthday and Aquarius season, I interviewed my retreat sister, dear friend, and amazing astrologer Blyss Veer on how we can use astrology to gain insight into ourselves and harness it for self-love. We also touch on big philosophical topics like grief and the human condition because it’s all related! Although I’ve always felt very connected to my zodiac sign, I was still a bit skeptical because it felt overwhelming and I didn’t really know the science behind it. Blyss changed all of that for me and she’s about to do the same for you. In this episode, Blyss teaches us about… - The difference between your sun, moon, and rising signs (and why you may feel more like your moon and rising sign than your sun sign) - Where EXACTLY to look in your chart if you’re looking to tap into more self-love - What it means to be in your “Venus Return” or “Saturn Return” (which especially applies to you if you’re 24 or 27-29 years old!) ... And truly so much more because astrology is philosophical and can go as deep as you want to explore it! If you’ve been enjoying the podcast and being a part of this community, the best birthday gift EVER would be some positive feedback on the show. If you have just 60 seconds, please review the show on Apple or rate us on Spotify! It helps future self-lovers find this podcast and gives me all the encouragement I need to keep creating for you. ＜3 And make sure to get a copy of my book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide! Mentioned In This Episode: Blyss’s favorite coffee is the “Sweetheart Roast” from this shop: https://www.olympiacoffee.com/collections/coffee/products/sweetheart-espresso Blyss’s favorite coffee shop near Seattle: https://narrative.coffee Link to book a 1:1 personalized astrology reading with Blyss: https://blyssmoonastrology.as.me and use code GIFTOFSELFLOVE for 33% off

In this episode, Mary talks with Whitney Goodman, a licensed psychotherapist, about the harmful effects of toxic positivity. We’ve all heard it, seen it, and experienced it! You know, when someone totally invalidates your feelings and tells you to “just think positive!” It’s so not helpful! Whitney shares with us about... - what toxic positivity is and the different areas it shows up in (specifically how it appears in religion, workplace, health, grief, etc) - the antidote to toxic positivity - how to talk to your loved ones when they are experiencing pain Remember: “Happiness and positivity have become both a goal and an obligation.” But you don’t have to feed into that... Follow Whitney on Instagram: @sitwithwhit Get Whitney’s book, Toxic Positivity here: https://amzn.to/3zMbptG And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @sitwithwhit

In today’s episode, Mary takes a moment to chat about self-judgment. Has judging yourself really brought you any good? You will learn... How to notice the ways you are judging yourself. What’s really going on when you’re judging others. Self-compassion is more productive than blaming, shaming or judging yourself. Remember: The litmus test for self-judgment: would you judge someone else, like your sister or daughter or friend, for this same exact thing as harshly? You are doing the best you can. Make sure to tag @maryspodcast And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide! Mentioned In This Episode... Episode #32 with Dr. Kristin Neff: https://maryscupoftea.com/tools-for-self-compassion-with-dr-kristin-neff/ Dr. Kristin Neff’s article, “The Motivational Power of Self-Compassion”: https://self-compassion.org/the-motivational-power-of-self-compassion/

We are celebrating our 2-year anniversary and 100th podcast episode today!! In this solo episode, Mary shares 100 tips for self-love, a list of things big and small that you can do to really take care of yourself and love up on yourself! The list touches on all 5 love language: physical touch, quality time, words of affirmation, gifts, and acts of service. What’s your self-love language? If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide! Mentioned In This Episode... 2-weeks free therapy on BetterHelp: [betterhelp.com/mcot](http://betterhelp.com/mcot) Mary’s self-love playlist on Spotify: https://maryscupoftea.clickfunnels.com/self-love-playlist

This is probably the most influencer-ish episode Mary’s ever released! She shares 10 items that were inexpensive, but made a huge difference in her health, happiness, and overall well-being. Visit the show notes for all the links! Here’s a sneak peek of what she shares: - a movie that’s changed her perspective on consciousness - a book that Mary’s read 5 times (and assigns at her retreats) - a lightbulb that Boyfriend got for the bedroom ;) - more! Remember: small investments can make a big difference! If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide! Mentioned In This Episode... 1. Tongue scraper: https://amzn.to/3r2B0uJ 2. Arrival movie: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/arrival_2016 3. Plant watering can: https://amzn.to/3FaTOwG 4. Hydro flask cup holder: https://amzn.to/3r2Bjpn 5. My bonnet 6. Bio Oil Gel Cream: https://amzn.to/3zAeJbk 7. The Four Agreements: https://amzn.to/3zAeJbk 8. My ear plugs (not fully sound proof): https://amzn.to/33dg9MO 9. Ear plugs recommended to me: https://amzn.to/33fg3UN 10. Silk sleep mask: https://amzn.to/3q6mAKP 11. Gel pens: https://amzn.to/3t48MlT 12. Fire place lightbulb: https://amzn.to/3GcA5xZ

In this episode, Mary speaks to Rha Goddess about standing in your values and being in alignment with your soul’s calling. Her name says it all: this woman is a GODDESS. From the way she speaks to the wisdom she so generously gives, Rha will change the way you think about yourself and relate to the world around you. You will learn... - a practice for reflecting on 2021 and stepping into the new year with more intention - Rha’s message and predictions for what 2022 has in store for us - what things distract us from living in alignment with our soul’s calling - how to make mental peace with capitalism, money, and success Remember: the Universe is constantly winking at you. Are you paying attention? 😉 Rha Goddess is the entrepreneurial soul coach behind hundreds of breakthrough changemakers, cultural visionaries and social entrepreneurs. From multiple NY Times Bestsellers to multi-million dollar social enterprises, Rha’s unique methodology has empowered a new generation of conscious entrepreneurs to stay true, get paid, and do good. From the onset of her more than 30-year career as a cultural innovator, social impact strategist and creative change agent, Rha has drawn on the power of creativity, culture and community to move hearts, minds and policy. Rha’s book, The Calling (St. Martin’s Press) leverages her unique methodology into a step by step blueprint for finding your purpose and making your most profitable contribution. Follow Rha on Instagram: @rhagoddess Get Rha’s book, The Calling: https://courses.movethecrowd.me/the-calling And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @rhagoddess

My whole life I have strived to be a “good girl.” But after this conversation with Elise Loehnen, I no longer want to be. You will learn... - the history behind the 7 deadly sins and how they’ve been weaponized by the patriarchy - who Mary Magdalene really was and how she got mislabeled as a prostitute - why thinness is the dominant beauty ideal in our current culture - the connection between PRIDE and ENVY - subtle ways women undermine each other Elise Loehnen is a writer, editor, and podcast host who lives in Los Angeles with her husband, Rob, and their two sons, Max and Sam. She is the host of Pulling the Thread, a podcast focused on pulling apart the stories we tell about who we are—and then putting those threads back together. Ultimately Elise is a seeker and synthesizer, braiding together wisdom traditions, cultural history, and a deep knowledge of healing modalities to unlock new ways to contextualize who we are and why we’re here. She’s also the author of the instant New York Times bestseller On Our Best Behavior: The Seven Deadly Sins and the Price Women Pay to Be Good (Dial Press/PRH). The book weaves together history, memoir, and cultural criticism to explore the ways patriarchy lands in the bodies of women and embeds itself in our consciousness—and what we then police in ourselves and in each other. Regardless of our religious provenance, the self-denial implicit in each of the Seven Deadly Sins—Sloth, Envy, Pride, Gluttony, Greed, Lust, Anger—reads like a checklist of what it means to be a “good” woman. With awareness, we can begin to recognize these patterns of self-restriction, break the story, and move ourselves and each other toward freedom and balance. Follow Elise on Instagram: @eliseloehnen Get Elise’s book, On Our Best Behavior: The Seven Deadly Sins and the Price Women Pay to Be Good And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @eliseloehnen Mentioned In This Episode... Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb

In this episode, Mary will share with you a journaling exercise that is great for setting New Years intentions! This is actually a repost from last year because it’s a practice that is good to revisit so we hope you enjoy it going into 2022! You will learn... - how to find your Word of the Year - a visualization/ meditation exercise to help you feel more aligned to your purpose - how to create a new belief system for yourself going into the new year If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast And make sure to get Mary’s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide!

In this solo episode, Mary shares her advice for connecting with others, specifically your younger siblings. If you‘re getting together for the holidays or simply craving a little deeper connection with those around you, listen to this episode to learn... 3 tips for connecting more deeply with others what Mary‘s therapist said that helped her create a healthier relationship with her little sister how vulnerability, in the simplest of ways, will inevitably foster connection. Remember: vulnerability breeds connection. If you want someone to open up to you, you have to open your heart to them, too. If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast And make sure to get Mary‘s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide! Mentioned In This Episode... Brene Brown‘s book, The Gifts of Imperfection: https://amzn.to/3EZjInP

In this personal episode, Mary talks about where her ancestors are from and how her cultural identity continues to evolve over time. She also touches on what being Jewish means to her and why she identifies more as Russian than Jewish (even though both are a big part of her). Although this episode has little to do with body-image or self-love, hopefully, this episode inspires you to embrace your life story too. If you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast And make sure to get Mary‘s book, The Gift of Self-Love: https://maryscupoftea.com/gift-of-self-love. It’s a self-love workbook that will help you build confidence, recognize your worth, and learn to finally love yourself. Available in stores and online, worldwide!