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Episode Spotlight: Alicia Hopkins on Mental Health, Growth & Finding Your Path
In this episode, we chat with Alicia Hopkins, a mental health powerhouse, as she shares her insights on mental wellness, growth, and finding your path to empowerment. 💡 Quote of the Day: “My mental health is a massive part of my lifestyle. And if I'm not being productive towards taking care of my mental health, then, like, I don't feel as good.” – Alicia HopkinsMeet Alicia Hopkins
Alicia is a passionate mental health therapist who blends professional expertise and personal experience to help others transform their lives. A recovering perfectionist, Alicia has embraced humor and resilience to navigate childhood traumas. She is dedicated to assisting clients to shift from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset, advocate for themselves, and take charge of their lives.- Company: Path to Empowerment Counseling
- Website:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/alicia-hopkins-denver-co/786146
- LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/aliciahopkins?
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy.in.real.life
✨ Key Takeaways ✨
1️⃣ Authenticity is Key – Being genuine and showing your true self fosters trust and creates a safe space for vulnerability.2️⃣ Advocate for Yourself—Strong advocacy skills are required in the workplace and personal relationships. Sharpen them to create a better environment.
3️⃣ Mental Health as a Lifestyle – Prioritizing mental health is an ongoing practice, not a one-time fix.
💪 Actionable Items 💪
✔️ Incorporate a Morning Routine – Start your day with intention using Mel Robbins’s morning routine: No phone upon waking, a short walk, water, and gratitude.✔️ Challenge Limiting Beliefs – Recognize areas where you feel stuck. What steps can you take to grow?
✔️ Practice Self-Compassion – Forgive yourself for past mistakes and focus on personal growth.
⏰ Important Chapter Timestamps ⏰
[00:04:58] – Embracing Natural Hair: Confidence & Self-acceptance[00:12:36] – G-Rex’s Epiphany: Overcoming suicidal thoughts & starting a business
[00:44:50] – Alicia’s Hardest Lesson: Learning not to lose yourself in a relationship
[00:51:41] – Self-Love & Care: Alicia’s daily mental wellness practices
🔗 References 🔗
📌 Mel Robbins Morning Routine📌 Psychology Today – https://www.psychologytoday.com/
📌 Alma – Find Therapists Who Take Insurance – https://helloalma.com/
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If You Need Support, Reach Out
If you or someone you know is facing mental health challenges, please don’t hesitate to reach out to a crisis hotline in your area. Remember, it’s OK not to be OK—talking to someone can make all the difference.
- United States: Call or Text 988 — 988lifeline.org
- Canada: Call or Text 988 — 988.ca
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