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I Am Lit Up By Life
In this episode of My Happy Ass Life, host Karen Key Smith reflects on her childhood growing up with an alcoholic father. She describes how the turbulent home life took a toll on her health, causing her to frequently pass out and hyperventilate. Even after her father stopped drinking when she was a bit older, Karen continued to have physical symptoms as a result of living in constant “fight or flight” mode during her formative years. She credits her parents for getting her help and teaching her affirmations at a very young age. Karen emphasizes the power our thoughts and emotions have over our physical health. She advises listeners not to dwell on past trauma and instead practice gratitude to change our brain chemistry for the better.
Key Takeaways from Karen:
- Living in constant stress as a kid made Karen sick
- Affirmations helped even when trauma continued
- Dwelling on the past keeps us stuck
- Gratitude can change your brain for good
Wrapping Up Karen's Story:
In this raw and personal episode, Karen Key Smith shows incredible resilience as she reflects on overcoming adversity in her younger years. While trauma inevitably leaves its mark, she shares how we each have the power to change our mindset and heal. By choosing gratitude and releasing the grip of the past, we can thrive and fully embrace the possibilities of the present moment. Karen's story is an inspiration, reminding us all to live lit up by life.
In this episode of My Happy Ass Life, host Karen Key Smith reflects on her childhood growing up with an alcoholic father. She describes how the turbulent home life took a toll on her health, causing her to frequently pass out and hyperventilate. Even after her father stopped drinking when she was a bit older, Karen continued to have physical symptoms as a result of living in constant “fight or flight” mode during her formative years. She credits her parents for getting her help and teaching her affirmations at a very young age. Karen emphasizes the power our thoughts and emotions have over our physical health. She advises listeners not to dwell on past trauma and instead practice gratitude to change our brain chemistry for the better.
Key Takeaways from Karen:
- Living in constant stress as a kid made Karen sick
- Affirmations helped even when trauma continued
- Dwelling on the past keeps us stuck
- Gratitude can change your brain for good
Wrapping Up Karen's Story:
In this raw and personal episode, Karen Key Smith shows incredible resilience as she reflects on overcoming adversity in her younger years. While trauma inevitably leaves its mark, she shares how we each have the power to change our mindset and heal. By choosing gratitude and releasing the grip of the past, we can thrive and fully embrace the possibilities of the present moment. Karen's story is an inspiration, reminding us all to live lit up by life.
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