Life As It Is

I am BACK and I am BETTER (as everyone always says), but no joke I am back. And also no joke, I am better.  So far this year, I have been pushed to change my perspective on the life I want to lead. In my book, that starts with happiness.  Are you happy? How do you become happy? I know the answer to that question in my own life. Listen in, and maybe you'll be able to answer that question for yourself. <3 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myranda-tafoya/support

As the holidays approach and the days get longer, we tend to fall into depression.. fast. I have been struggling since October with Seasonal Affective Disorder, as I do every year. This year I have found some tips and tricks to cope in a healthy way with this, and I am back to share it with you all. Thank you all for being the best audience. Happy Holidays <3 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myranda-tafoya/support

Hey guys! I’m back after a 2 week break. With the season and weather change, I felt it was only right to talk about Reinvention this week. In just a year, I’ve changed dramatically and I have so much pride for that. If you’re interested in how I’ve been so successful in this transformation, you might wanna listen :) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myranda-tafoya/support

In this episode I am joined by my good friend Denysha as we talk about the events leading up to the day I went into Foster Care, as well as my suicide attempt. *Disclaimer* This episode may be unsuitable or a trigger for some listeners. Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK(8255) or suicidepreventionlifeline.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myranda-tafoya/support

You asked, I answered. I present, the very first Q&A episode! Tune in to hear my answer to all your questions! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myranda-tafoya/support

In this episode, I tell you guys about my hike that turned into a treasure hunt, and emphasize how having gratitude is the key to positivity and happiness.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myranda-tafoya/support

In this episode, I talk about how I struggled with carrying so much shame from my abuse. If you are someone who also struggles with shame, you will want to tune in, to find out how I overcame my shame of many years in just a small time.  *TRIGGER WARNING* - This episode may act as a trigger or may be hard for some listeners, as I briefly talk about sex and sexual abuse.  Additional Mental Health support (via text) can be found at: https://www.crisistextline.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myranda-tafoya/support

Being able to find forgiveness is one of the most important parts of healing from your trauma, despite how difficult it is. In this episode, I talk about was able to forgive my mother, after she stood beside her ex-husband when I revealed that he abused me throughout my childhood; leaving me in Foster Care for 4 years. To things that seem completely unforgivable, I also talk about the inability to forgive those who have hurt us, when the trauma is just too big.  **TRIGGER WARNING** the content in this episode might be hard for some viewers to hear, as it may cause PTSD triggers.  Subscribe to stay alerted of new episodes every Friday, and be sure to share this episode!  Always reach out to me with any comments, questions, or support: Email: myranda.jade1201@gmail.com Instagram: _myrandajade Additional Mental Health support (via text) can be found at: https://www.crisistextline.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myranda-tafoya/support

Asking for help can be so hard when you struggle with PTSD and mental health. If you are someone who seems to struggle with asking others for help when you need some extra support, you might want to tune in.   In this episode, Myranda introduces herself, and gives slight insight on how she was able to start breaking down some of those barrier walls, and opening up to others who were willing to help.  Subscribe to stay alerted of new episodes every Friday, and share this episode!  Always reach out to me for any comments, questions, or support-  email: myranda.jade1201@gmail.com instagram: _myrandajade  Additional Mental Health support (via text) can be found at: https://www.crisistextline.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myranda-tafoya/support