In this episode of Embrace & Evolve with Cassie, we talk about learning to heal before jumping into something new.

We explore:

• Understanding your emotional triggers

• Setting healthy boundaries

• Learning to self-soothe instead of seeking rescue

• Protecting your peace and choosing growth

Healing means learning how to sit with yourself, regulate your emotions, and stop rushing love just to fill a void. Taking your time isn’t falling behind — it’s preparing for something healthier.

Takeaway:

Healing before dating again is an act of self-respect.

You don’t date from pain — you date from clarity.

Reflection Question:

What part of your heart still needs healing before inviting someone new in?

Affirmation:

“I give myself permission to heal fully before I love again.”

Music Credit: Creator Mix

Cassie | Grief & Empowerment Coach

Welcome back to Embrace & Evolve with Cassie!

Season 3 starts with a topic many of us know all too well singleness. But this isn’t the lonely, sad, waiting by the phone side of it. Nope. We’re talking about the joy, the freedom, and the power that lives in this chapter of your life.

In today’s episode, we walk through:

Why singleness is not a punishment

How to reconnect with yourself in this season

The gifts God hides in the “in-between”

How to stop settling and start living

Practical ways to build a full, happy life right now

Whether you’re single, dating, or healing your way forward. this conversation is for you.

If you have topic ideas, questions, or stories you want me to cover this season, email me at:

embraceandevolve25@gmail.com

My resources to support you

Grief & reflection journal on Amazon:

https://a.co/d/3YZkaaM

The Healing Pages: Navigating Your Grief Journey

Workbook & tools:

https://cassified.shop/products/the-healing-pages-workbook?_pos=1&_psq=healing&_ss=e&_v=1.0

Thank you for listening, sharing, and growing with me.

There’s beauty blooming in every season you survive — especially this one.

Cassie Grief | Empowerment Coach

Music Credit: Creator Mix

00:00 Welcome to Season Three: Embracing Singleness

06:41 Understanding Singleness vs. Loneliness

13:49 Embracing Individuality and Self-Worth

Summary

In the season two finale of Embrace and Evolve, host Cassie reflects on the journey of healing, emphasizing the importance of giving oneself grace throughout the process. She discusses the non-linear nature of healing, the significance of self-compassion, and the necessity of setting boundaries. Cassie encourages listeners to journal their thoughts and feelings, reminding them that healing is personal and can be messy but is ultimately a sign of growth. The episode concludes with a call to trust the healing process and recognize the value of one's emotional journey.

Takeaways

Healing isn't linear; it's a complex journey.

It's okay to have days when you feel down.

Self-compassion is crucial during healing.

Set boundaries to protect your healing process.

Journaling can help clarify your thoughts and feelings.

A setback does not mean starting over.

Your healing journey is personal and unique.

Speak gently to yourself during tough times.

Recognize and celebrate your growth, no matter how small.

Trust the process and honor your progress.

Titles

Embrace Your Healing Journey

The Power of Self-Compassion

Sound bites

"Healing isn't linear."

"You are human, it is okay."

"Speak gently to yourself."

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Season Two Finale

04:22 Giving Yourself Grace in the Healing Process

17:26 Understanding Healing and Self-Compassion

24:11 Reflecting on Growth and Moving Forward

25:33 Youtube intro (1).mp4

Resources

My Heart Forgot to Tell You Journal by Cassandra Fisher on Amazon

The Healing Pages available on cassified.shopIf you have questions or topics to discuss, please email embracenevolve25@gmail.com

Music Credit:

Creator Mix-Lofi

Summary

In this episode, Cassie and her cousin Melody, a licensed professional counselor, explore the critical distinction between self-care and survival mode. They discuss how many individuals confuse basic functioning with self-care and the importance of recognizing the need for true self-care practices. The conversation emphasizes the significance of setting boundaries, listening to one's body, and the necessity of mental health support. Melody shares practical steps for self-care and encourages listeners to shift their mindset from survival to intentional living, highlighting that everyone deserves to prioritize their well-being.

Takeaways

Survival mode is about just getting through the day.

True self-care involves intentional actions for overall well-being.

Many people confuse basic functioning with self-care.

Setting boundaries is essential for self-respect.

Listening to your body is crucial for self-care.

Self-care can be simple and doesn't always require money.

It's important to identify areas in life that need self-care.

Guilt often prevents people from setting boundaries.

You can have both faith and mental health support.

Everyone deserves to prioritize their well-being.

Titles

Self-Care vs. Survival: A Deep Dive

Understanding the Importance of Self-Care

Sound bites

"Are you really pouring into yourself?"

"You can have Jesus and a therapist too."

"You are worth pouring into yourself."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Self-Care vs. Survival

03:05 Understanding Survival Mode

06:28 The Misconception of Self-Care

09:26 Patterns of Survival Mode

13:56 Shifting from Survival to Self-Care

15:10 Pouring into Yourself Without Faith

18:00 The Importance of Connection

21:12 Practical Steps for Self-Care

24:23 Listening to Your Body

27:47 The Consequences of Ignoring Self-Care

29:42 Navigating Personal Challenges and Boundaries

33:24 The Importance of Setting Boundaries

40:39 Encouragement for Self-Care

46:27 Living Beyond Survival Mode

52:50 Embracing Self-Care and Personal Growth

56:11 Youtube intro (1).mp4

For questions or topics, please email embracenevolve25@gmail.com.

Resources

My Heart Forgot to Tell You Grief Journal available on Amazon

Jump by Author Melody Mosley- Available on Amazon

The Healing Pages available on https://cassified.shop

Music Credit: Creator Mix/Lofi

Keywords

self-care, survival mode, mental health, boundaries, personal growth, emotional well-being, counseling, self-awareness, healing, intentional living

Grief doesn’t just change us—it changes our relationships. Some people step in closer, surprising us with their love and consistency. Others fade away, leaving us with questions, confusion, and sometimes an ache that feels just as heavy as the loss itself.

In this episode of Embrace and Evolve with Cassie, we explore what happens when grief shifts friendships and family connections. Cassie shares the sting of unmet expectations, the grief of emotional abandonment, and the surprising blessings of unexpected support.

Today’s Reflection Prompt:

“Who showed up for me in a way that mattered—and who didn’t? What boundary or grace do I need to give myself in response?”

Today’s Affirmation:

“I release what no longer serves my healing. I welcome support that nourishes my soul.”

Resources by Cassie

• My Heart Forgot to Tell You – A Grief Journal-Amazon
• The Healing Pages – Grief Workbook- https://cassified.shop

Contact Cassie

Email: embraceandevolve25@gmail.com

Music Credit: House Trap Lofi

Have you ever been fine one minute… and then a smell, a song, a place, or a date pulls you right back to a moment of loss? That sudden wave of emotion is real, it’s called a grief trigger or emotional flashback.

In this episode of Embrace and Evolve with Cassie, I’m breaking down:

• What grief triggers and emotional flashbacks are
• Why they happen
• How they can affect you physically and emotionally
• Practical tools to ground yourself when they hit

We’ll talk through breathing techniques, grounding exercises, and simple mantras you can use in the moment so you can feel the emotion without being consumed by it.

Journal Prompt: “What grief trigger or memory still catches me off guard and what do I need in those moments?”

Affirmation: “I honor my memories. I welcome healing. I allow my emotions to rise and pass like waves.”

Whether your grief is fresh or years old, this conversation will remind you: triggers are not weakness, they’re proof of love.

Email: embracenevolve25@gmail.com

Shop my grief journals + self-care products: cassified.shop

Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and Amazon Music.

Season 2, Episode 6: Boundaries While Healing – Protecting Your Peace

Featuring Special Guest: Nicole, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA)

In this powerful episode, we’re diving deep into the importance of setting boundaries during seasons of healing, whether you’re grieving, recovering from trauma, or experiencing emotional burnout.

My special guest, Nicole (LPCA from Dallas, TX), brings her professional insight and heart centered wisdom to the conversation. She shares why boundaries are essential for protecting your peace, how to overcome the guilt that often comes with saying “no,” and practical steps you can take today to honor your emotional and mental well-being.

This episode is for anyone navigating healing while trying to hold it all together. Get ready for a real, empowering, and grace-filled conversation.

It’s time to reclaim your peace, your voice, and your space.

Tune in now and don’t forget to share with someone who needs this.

Email your thoughts or questions to: embraceandevolve25@gmail.com

Grab your grief journal + workbook: The Healing Pages

Visit: cassified.shop

Nicole Lytle (LPCA in Texas): For more information or schedule an appointment through telehealth, please visit website. Kenyatta Black Counseling -00:00Introduction to Healing and Boundaries

04:50Understanding Boundaries in Healing

09:59Communicating Boundaries Effectively

14:53Dealing with Guilt in Boundary Setting

20:01Recognizing Signs for Stronger Boundaries

24:51Starting Small with Boundaries

24:51Setting Boundaries for Self-Care

27:03Responding to Boundary Pushback

30:02Navigating Single Parenthood and Boundaries

36:38The Role of Boundaries in Emotional and Spiritual Growth

This one is for the believer who’s grieving…

The one who still prays but doesn’t hear anything back.

The one who loves God… but feels hurt, confused, or abandoned.

In this episode of Embrace and Evolve with Cassie, we talk about spiritual grief — what it feels like when faith and pain collide.

How grief can shake your connection with God

How to pray when you don’t have the words

How to trust God even when you’re broken

Includes a journal prompt + daily affirmation

Need more support on your grief journey?

Grab my guided grief journal: My Heart Forgot to Tell You

Or dive deeper with my workbook: The Healing Pages: Navigating Your Grief Journey

Listen now on Spotify & YouTube

Have questions, feedback, or need prayer?

Email me at embraceandevolve25@gmail.com

You’re not alone. God is nearby. Even in the silence.

Shop journals & workbooks at cassified.shop or DM me to order.