On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling speaks with Jennifer Ballard, Jenny Calcoen, and M.J. Fievre about Life Implosions. Jen Ballard is founder of Joy Scoutz Gen-Xer Adventure Club; Jenny Calcoen is CEO + Founder of Inner Earthquake™, and M.J. Fievre is author of the Badass Black Girl series, among other titles. 

When facing change, by choice or circumstance, it’s best to pause, take a breath, and embrace it. Jen, Jenny, and M.J. discuss how they got – and get – through challenging times, as well as some of their life explosions aka the good things. The trio also shared recommendations for coping with whatever life throws your way, tips for setting boundaries, goals for self care, and more.

What Counts as a Life Implosion

– MJ: A situation that brings you more stress than you think you can endure

– Jenny: It could be minor for one person and major for another. It’s something that shakes up your insides, it impacts your identity

– Jen: It’s about the loss of control, a major life event, uncertainty, fear

How to Deal With Them

– Jenny: Approach with curiosity

– MJ: Figure out what you can and can’t control

– Jen: Look at the big picture

Goals 

– Jenny: If you are living your life based on someone else’s expectations, there’s a voice inside that you need to listen to. Quiet the noise, pause, trust yourself, develop confidence

– Jen: Have an adventure. Do something that’s exciting that takes you outside of yourself. It helps you reset

– MJ: Try journaling. Imagine your perfect life and write it down

Final Thoughts

– Jenny: Believe in Yourself

– Jen: From Lisa Nichols: Fill your own cup and serve others from the overflow in your saucer

– MJ: Create a support system before you need one

Learn More:

Jennifer Ballard: https://Facebook.com/JoyScoutz

Jenny Calcoen: https://JennyCalcoen.com 

M.J. Fievre: https://BadassBlackGirl.com

Debra Eckerling: https://TheDEBMethod.com

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