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Carolyn explores the concept of scarcity mindset, particularly within immigrant communities. She and Paula share personal experiences associated with financial struggles and the cultural emphasis on resourcefulness over buying new items. Carolyn recounts her mother's journey from factory work to a stable career, highlighting the generational differences in work ethic and professional growth. Emphasis is also placed on the significance of unlearning scarcity mindset and teaching gratitude to the next generation.

In this episode, you will hear:
+ scarcity mindset and its impact
+ generational gaps and cultural differences
+ balancing cultural expectations and personal goals
+ financial sacrifices and emotional needs
+ work ethic and personal growth

Guest Bio:

Carolyn's social work journey began since a young age while growing up in the Bronx. She was a recipient of the UFT scholarship and attended SUNY New Paltz. Her passions for social work led her to Child Protective services in New Jersey where she was able to finalize 33 forever families in the 6 years she worked there. Her heart came back to the Bronx to intern at the Bronx YMCA while completing her final year Fordham Univesity. Working in the heart of the South Bronx has led to completion of hours towards the LCSW. She was also the recipient of the United Health Corps Loan Forgiveness scholarship. Carolyn is also a SIFI instructor and Youth Mental Health Aid certified instructor.

Contact:
Email: c.oneal22@gmail.com

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On the final episode in the series about the seven types of rest, Paula discusses the intricacies of social rest. She emphasizes that social rest is often overlooked but crucial for mental and emotional well-being and highlights the need to be intentional about social connections, focusing on those who uplift and support us, and avoiding those who drain our energy. Paula stresses the importance of setting boundaries, practicing self-reflection, and prioritizing positive social interactions as well as addresses common challenges like fear of isolation and the difficulty of saying no, suggesting various strategies to incorporate social rest into daily life.

In this episode, you will hear:
+ reflections on rest
+ importance of social connection
+ balancing social engagement and rest
+ practical strategies for social rest
+ overcoming barriers

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In the next episode on the series exploring the different types of rest, Paula digs into the concept of spiritual rest. She reflects on her experience at Retreat, Remix, Revive highlighting the challenges of balancing roles as a facilitator and participant and the ways it connects to this form of rest. Paula explains that spiritual rest involves deep tranquility and connection to something larger than oneself, not necessarily tied to religion. She suggests practices achieve spiritual rest and similarities in the reasons we often do not talk about this form of rest in particular.


In this episode, you will hear:
+ spiritual rest and Retreat, Remix, Revive
+ understanding spiritual rest
+ connection and community
+ challenges and benefits
+ personal responsibility and unlearning
+ community involvement and gratitude

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