The Baggage Reclaim Sessions

Natalie Lue
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Feb 26, 2021 • 33min

Ep. 214: We Don't Need To Put So Much Bandwidth Into Keeping Up Appearances

Natalie talks about how we've been socialised to keep up appearances and why this pretence, whether it's about nothing being wrong or that who we are is not OK, is damaging to our wellbeing and relationships.    Instagram | Break The Cycle Online Course | Blog | Shop
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Feb 19, 2021 • 36min

Ep. 213: There's No Need to Try & Meet All of Your Needs On Your Own

Sometimes we try to 'manage ourselves' too much instead of articulating a need or a boundary. Natalie shares her insights from a recent experience of this and how it's revolutionised her attitude towards her needs and what sets off anxiety.    Instagram | Break The Cycle Online Course | Blog | Shop
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Feb 12, 2021 • 25min

Ep. 212: People Can Be More Than One Thing

Natalie, a passionate advocate for embracing our multifaceted identities, discusses the importance of recognizing that we can embody various traits simultaneously. She highlights how societal simplifications can distort our understanding of individuals, particularly in complex scenarios. Topics include navigating the balance between gratitude and boundaries, and the frameworks of 'code amber' and 'code red' to better assess behavior in relationships. Ultimately, the conversation promotes self-acceptance and empathy for healthier connections.
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Feb 5, 2021 • 31min

Ep. 211: Too Good To Be True?

Natalie explores the unease we experience when we believe that things seem a little or a lot too perfect and what we can learn from it Instagram | Break The Cycle Online Course | Blog | Shop
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Jan 29, 2021 • 38min

Ep. 210: I am anxious about something

Natalie shares how we can use our awareness of certain habits as a notification that we are anxious about *something* so that we can take better care of ourselves.  The Anxiety Sessions | Instagram | Blog | Shop
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Jan 22, 2021 • 33min

Ep. 209: The Compatibility Factor

In the first episode of 2021, Natalie breaks down compatibility, our ability co-exist harmoniously with someone or something.    Instagram | Break The Cycle Online Course | Blog | Shop
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Dec 11, 2020 • 56min

Ep. 208: Scope Creep Makes Your Boundaries Beep

What does a project shifting dramatically, increased work responsibilities or hours beyond what was originally agreed, an overbearing and critical partner who always 'knows best', and someone in a casual relationship thinking and behaving as if they're in an actual relationship have in common? They're all examples of scope creep.    Download The Emotional Baggage Sessions for free.  Instagram | Break The Cycle Online Course | Blog | Shop
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Dec 4, 2020 • 1h 3min

Ep. 207: Let's Be More Truthful About Loneliness

So many of us have been conditioned to feel shame about loneliness and to misunderstand what it is and why we and others experience it. Natalie talks about shifting our perception of loneliness and how to understand our own loneliness experiences so that we can break out of any habits that fuel it but also be more supportive of others.  Download The Emotional Baggage Sessions for free.  Instagram | Break The Cycle Online Course | Blog 
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Nov 27, 2020 • 1h 12min

Ep. 206: Let's Wait Awhile

Some of us are waiting to have sex. It might be until marriage, it might be until the relationship has reached a certain point, it might be that we haven't had it yet and so we're waiting to trust someone enough to. Natalie talks about what we need to be mindful of if we are waiting and some of the issues we can come up against.   Instagram | Break The Cycle Online Course | Blog 
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Nov 20, 2020 • 31min

Ep. 205: Four steps to assertively communicating what you want to do

Explore the art of assertive communication with practical strategies for setting boundaries. Discover how being direct can strengthen relationships and prioritize your needs. Learn to master the balance of saying no while navigating social pressures and guilt. Personal anecdotes highlight the importance of clarity in expressing limits. Plus, find resources to help articulate your desires and enhance emotional well-being. It's time to reclaim your voice!

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