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The Bloggy Friends ShowAuthor: Ashley Grant
Welcome my bloggy friends! Let's talk about all things blogging. On this show, I plan to share what I'm doing, what I see working, what's not, and a lot more. Occasionally, I will bring my bloggy friends on the show to talk about what's going on their part of the blogosphere. My goal? Help educate, inspire, and connect bloggers in this wild world of content creation so we can meet our goals that much faster. And hey, who couldn't use more friends, am I right?Disclaimer:The Bloggy Friends Show is designed for entertainment purposes only, and I want to make it clear that I am not a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or a lawyer. The information provided on the show is not intended to be professional advice, and it should not be considered as such. Any decisions made based on the content of the Bloggy Friends Show are at your own risk, and I do not assume any responsibility for the outcomes. It is strongly recommended that you seek advice from qualified professionals in relevant fields before making any decisions. The views expressed on the show are personal opinions, and viewers/listeners are encouraged to verify information independently. By using and accessing the Bloggy Friends Show, you agree that I am not liable for any consequences resulting from the content presented. Language: en Genres: Business, Education, How To Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Replay - The Mental Health of Bloggers
Episode 70
Friday, 2 May, 2025
Let's talk about the importance of mental health awareness for bloggers and content creators. In this episode, I share my personal journey with anxiety, depression, and the unique mental health challenges that come with being a creative professional who works from home. Join me for this heartfelt conversation about breaking the stigma around mental health in the creator community.Key Timestamps00:00:00 - I open with one of my favorite quotes00:00:38 - I introduce the episode and explain why I missed my scheduled recording due to personal mental health struggles00:03:29 - I share background on Mental Health Awareness Month and why it matters to me00:04:33 - I open up about losing my dad to suicide in December 201600:05:57 - I discuss the unique loneliness I've experienced as a stay-at-home blogger00:07:03 - I share my personal strategies for combating loneliness00:11:11 - I reveal my toolkit for managing my anxiety00:17:46 - I share what helps me when I'm feeling sad00:20:30 - I explain why my mental health directly impacts my creativity and productivity as a blogger00:21:05 - I revisit my "empty cup" philosophy and my journey to prioritize self-care00:21:44 - I share my ongoing mental health practices (and struggles)00:23:38 - I close with an important message about seeking help and breaking the stigma of seeking mental health assistance.-------------------------------------------------------------------This podcast is supported by affiliate partnerships. Please check out a few of our partners below:– Start a podcast today! https://rss.com?via=famous– Create content from your own voice with Castmagic's Suite of AI Tools: https://get.castmagic.io/dcjy15cirnts– Want to help support our show? Buy a girl a drink perhaps? https://ko-fi.com/famousashleygrant– Need content for your podcast or blog? Check out Tools for Motivation!The links above are affiliate links. This means my podcast will receive a small commission if you order through any of them at no additional cost to you. Affiliate commissions are one of the ways my podcast makes money so that I can create episodes free of charge. If you do purchase anything from my links, I sincerely would like to thank you for your support!