"I Am Not OK — And That’s OK" | A Personal Reflection on Pressure, Healing & Finding Hope
In this deeply personal episode, I take you behind the scenes of a quiet weekend walk that led to a powerful moment of clarity, sparked by an episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast. Her words about feeling behind in life hit home—and inspired me to sit down and write what became this episode’s centerpiece: a raw essay titled "I Am Not OK."
Through this reading, I open up about emotional overwhelm, caregiving, unrealistic expectations, and the quiet strength it takes to admit when we’re not okay. If you've ever felt like you're falling behind, questioning your path, or just carrying more than you let on—this one’s for you.
🌿 I also share some love for the podcasts that continue to shape me: The Mel Robbins Podcast, Kylie Kelce’s Not Gonna Lie, and Michelle Obama's Podcast, IMO (In My Opinion). These women show up with honesty, and that’s exactly what I hope to do with every episode I share.
📘 Mentioned in this episode:
My novel, The Glass House — a love story set between coastal Oregon and NYC, about a woman named Emma who finds love, loss, and ultimately, herself.
🎧 Also, don’t miss my earlier episode: The 5 Stages of Getting Let Go — a must-listen if you're navigating a career crossroads.
✨ Thank you for crossing this bridge of honesty with me. Let’s keep building something real—together.
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Cheers and hope to connect with you again soon.
Bridgette Carey
