Ever felt like you need to change your body before you can feel free to enjoy your life? Like you go to the beach but hide under a towel? Or you get invited to a pool party but all you feel is dread?  Today we’re talking about the thinking traps that stop us from feeling more confident and free in our bodies and how we hold ourselves back from having fun and living fully. I’m sharing some personal experiences and powerful insights from my work as a therapist and breaking down how societal pressures lead to self-loathing and inhibit us from fully participating in life's beautiful moments. We need to stop chasing perfection and start living more fully right now, instead of waiting for the elusive magical moment when we suddenly feel good enough.  By examining the fear of judgment and the elusive quest for physical perfection, I highlight the deep emotional and relational costs of these beliefs. Let's shift our focus together, moving from self-criticism to self-acceptance and paving the way for true freedom and joy.This episode is a celebration of the present. Don’t wait for a flatter tummy or a bigger butt to start living fully. Embrace who you are right now and appreciate the amazing things your body can do today. I'll share inspiring stories and practical tips to help you seize the moment and move through your day with confidence. Your future self will thank you for recognizing your worth today. As I head off to enjoy a breathtaking hike along the cliffs of Lagos, Portugal, I invite you to appreciate your own journey and leave a review if this message resonates with you. Let's spread this empowering mindset far and wide!Have a topic or question you'd love to hear about?Message me and let me know.email [email protected] @with.love.aprilhttps://www.instagram.com/with.love.april/Sign up to get tips & tools sent to your inbox.https://aprilboyd.ca/ Please note: This show is not a replacement for therapy, assessment, treatment or diagnosis. This show is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. See your physician, counsellor or local crisis support centre if neededAll identifying details about the people and the stories shared here are removed to protect confidentiality.

Do you ever get mad or annoyed when you have to say no to someone?  Like you're angry that they would even put you in the position of having to say no? The discomfort & anxiety that comes with boundary setting can sometimes send us into one of two positions:  staying silent to keep the peace or blowing up because you just can't take it anymore.I'm here to tell you- there's an easier, happier, kinder way.You can be super kind AND not turn yourself into a doormat. Today's episode is for you if:** you ever tell yourself how rude someone is for making you have to set a boundary** you bounce between staying silent & taking it too far  **  you want to be able to say no without feeling mean or escalating a conflictGet the Bold As Love Boundary Workshop: Come join me for a in depth boundary workshop.   Bring your notebook because here's what we're going to be working through together:** kind & courageous boundary setting ** getting clear on where you stand** how stop putting other people’s needs above your own** finding the right words to be clear, kind & self-protectingGet the workshop here._________________________ Our 4th round of Reset Your Mindset is starting soon!This is a group for women who want to heal, grow and connect at a deeper level with other women along the way.Get the details here:https://aprilboyd.ca/reset-your-mindsetReach out to me with any questions or comments via email [email protected] or on Intsa  @with.love.aprilhttps://www.instagram.com/with.love.april/Sign up to get tips & tools sent to your inbox.https://aprilboyd.ca/Please note: This show is not a replacement for therapy, assessment, treatment or diagnosis.  This show is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only.   See your physician, counsellor or local crisis support centre if neededAll identifying details about the people and the stories shared here are removed to protect confidentiality.Have a topic or question you'd love to hear about?Message me and let me know.email [email protected] @with.love.aprilhttps://www.instagram.com/with.love.april/Sign up to get tips & tools sent to your inbox.https://aprilboyd.ca/ Please note: This show is not a replacement for therapy, assessment, treatment or diagnosis. This show is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. See your physician, counsellor or local crisis support centre if neededAll identifying details about the people and the stories shared here are removed to protect confidentiality.

Do you see your sensitivity as a flaw or problem to be fixed?  Do you ever catch yourself wishing you could just toughen up and be more like those people who seem to be totally unaffected by the same things that you find to be really upsetting, depleting or draining?In today's episode, you'll hear about:** how I used to see my sensitivity as a problem and embarrassment  ** the lies we tell ourselves about our sensitivity & our over-functioning** practical tools to monitor and manage your wellness & energy ** the questions to ask yourself to make life easier as a sensitive or empathetic personIf you love today's episode and found this helpful, I would so appreciate it if you took a moment to share it with someone who could benefit from it or take a screen shot and tag me on insta @with.love.aprilOur next round of Reset Your Mindset is starting January 2022.This is a group for women who want to heal, grow and connect at a deeper level with other women along the way.Sign up to get your invitation:https://lovelossproject-com.ck.page/1e9c05c959Reach out to me with any questions or comments via email [email protected] or on Intsa  @with.love.aprilhttps://www.instagram.com/with.love.april/Sign up to get tips & tools sent to your inbox.https://aprilboyd.ca/Please note: This show is not a replacement for therapy, assessment, treatment or diagnosis.  This show is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only.   See your physician, counsellor or local crisis support centre if neededAll identifying details about the people and the stories shared here are removed to protect confidentiality.Have a topic or question you'd love to hear about?Message me and let me know.email [email protected] @with.love.aprilhttps://www.instagram.com/with.love.april/Sign up to get tips & tools sent to your inbox.https://aprilboyd.ca/ Please note: This show is not a replacement for therapy, assessment, treatment or diagnosis. This show is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. See your physician, counsellor or local crisis support centre if neededAll identifying details about the people and the stories shared here are removed to protect confidentiality.

Diet Culture makes us feel like we're failing if we're not trim enough or toned enough.  Body Positivity can make us feel like we're failing if we don't *love* every inch of ourselves or want to change the way we look. All of it is a bit of a set up for disaster- that avoids the bigger underlying issue.In today's episode you'll hear about:** a 3rd option to change the way you think about your body ** what your body issues might really be all about** how to feel more free and comfortable in your own skin right nowIf you love today's episode and found this helpful, I would so appreciate it if you took a moment to share it with someone who could benefit from it or take a screen shot and tag me on insta @with.love.aprilOur next round of Reset Your Mindset begins September 26 2021!This is a group for women who want to heal, grow and connect at a deeper level with other women along the way.Sign up to get your invitation:https://lovelossproject-com.ck.page/1e9c05c959Reach out to me with any questions or comments via email [email protected] or on Intsa  @with.love.aprilhttps://www.instagram.com/with.love.april/Sign up to get tips & tools sent to your inbox. https://aprilboyd.ca/Please note: This show is not a replacement for therapy, assessment, treatment or diagnosis.  This show is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only.   See your physician, counsellor or local crisis support centre if neededAll identifying details about the people and the stories shared here are removed to protect confidentiality.Have a topic or question you'd love to hear about?Message me and let me know.email [email protected] @with.love.aprilhttps://www.instagram.com/with.love.april/Sign up to get tips & tools sent to your inbox.https://aprilboyd.ca/ Please note: This show is not a replacement for therapy, assessment, treatment or diagnosis. This show is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. See your physician, counsellor or local crisis support centre if neededAll identifying details about the people and the stories shared here are removed to protect confidentiality.

If we are going to connect really, then we have to risk being seen & known.  But what happens when you feel like maybe you shared too much?  If you have ever walked away from a conversation or group conversation only to replay it all in your head and wish you could take some of it back, this episode is for you. In today's episode you'll hear about:** how to stop spiralling into self-doubt and regret** how vulnerability hangovers showed up in our last Reset Your Mindset Group** why feeling overly exposed is a inevitable part of true belonging and connection** how to get better at protecting yourself-  and others- from over-sharing and self-sabotageIf you love today's episode and found this helpful, I would so appreciate it if you took a moment to share it with someone who could benefit from it or take a screen shot and tag me on insta @with.love.aprilOur next round of Reset Your Mindset begins September 26 2021!This is a group for women who want to heal, grow and connect at a deeper level with other women along the way.Sign up to get your invitation:https://lovelossproject-com.ck.page/1e9c05c959Reach out to me with any questions or comments via email [email protected] or on Intsa  @with.love.aprilhttps://www.instagram.com/with.love.april/Sign up to get tips & tools sent to your inbox. https://aprilboyd.ca/Please note: This show is not a replacement for therapy, assessment, treatment or diagnosis.  This show is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only.   See your physician, counsellor or local crisis support centre if neededAll identifying details about the people and the stories shared here are removed to protect confidentiality.Have a topic or question you'd love to hear about?Message me and let me know.email [email protected] @with.love.aprilhttps://www.instagram.com/with.love.april/Sign up to get tips & tools sent to your inbox.https://aprilboyd.ca/ Please note: This show is not a replacement for therapy, assessment, treatment or diagnosis. This show is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. See your physician, counsellor or local crisis support centre if neededAll identifying details about the people and the stories shared here are removed to protect confidentiality.

Ever had someone claim to "just being honest" in order to justify what feels like a  full fledge emotional attack on you?   Has anyone ever accused you of being rude or out of line when you felt like you were just trying to politely speak up for yourself?  In today's episode I'm talking about the difference between being assertive and being aggressive and sharing some practical tools to help you stay anchored in a place of confident kindness when you are speaking up for yourself, so you don't have to second guess or wonder if you're putting anyone else down.In today's episode you'll learn:** some practical tools to use to when you need to speak up for yourself** the questions I ask myself when I want to make sure I'm not attacking others during the moments when I need to protect myself** why this is such grey muddy territory to navigate at times as women** the difference between being honest and direct and being reckless and aggressive with your words and why we sometimes get that confused.If you love today's episode and found this helpful, I would so appreciate it if you took a moment to share it with someone who could benefit from it or take a screen shot and tag me on insta @with.love.aprilOur next round of Reset Your Mindset begins Fall 2021!Sign up to get your invitation:https://lovelossproject-com.ck.page/1e9c05c959Reach out to me with any questions or comments via email [email protected] or on Intsa  @with.love.aprilhttps://www.instagram.com/with.love.april/Sign up to get tips & tools sent to your inbox. https://aprilboyd.ca/Please note: This show is not a replacement for therapy, assessment, treatment or diagnosis.  This show is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only.   See your physician, counsellor or local crisis support centre if neededAll identifying details about the people and the stories shared here are removed to protect confidentiality.Have a topic or question you'd love to hear about?Message me and let me know.email [email protected] @with.love.aprilhttps://www.instagram.com/with.love.april/Sign up to get tips & tools sent to your inbox.https://aprilboyd.ca/ Please note: This show is not a replacement for therapy, assessment, treatment or diagnosis. This show is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. See your physician, counsellor or local crisis support centre if neededAll identifying details about the people and the stories shared here are removed to protect confidentiality.