Episodios

  • Navigating the Disconnect: Realigning When You've Drifted Off Course
    Apr 3 2024

    Welcome to this episode of Whispers to My Future Self, where host Courtney Raquel explores the complexities of emotions as we strive for happiness and self-improvement amidst a busy lifestyle. Listen as she shares her experiences with mood fluctuations and provides valuable insights on handling these moments, emphasizing that "it's okay not to be okay". The episode advocates for self-compassion, highlighting the importance of breaks, self-care and a supportive network in maintaining emotional balance.

    Join Courtney as she guides listeners towards inner peace and getting back to alignment, reminding us all that the power to shift our emotional states is within our grasp.

    Dive deep into a personal narrative of dealing with negativity and the power of simple acts, like a bubble bath amidst candlelight, in uplifting the spirit. The podcast also navigates an array of activities to alleviate mood downturns, emphasizing the importance of trying different techniques to find what truly resonates with individual needs.

    Learn the art of thought redirection, illustrated brilliantly as the path to happiness. The episode highlights the therapeutic power of laughter through favourites like funny videos and TV shows as potent mood uplifters. Trek along the boundless avenue of simple yet impactful ways to improve your mood.

    Opening the door to the transformative potential of gratitude, Courtney unveils the cultivation of appreciation and its challenges. Listen as she paints an evocative picture of the journey towards profound gratitude, leading to an overwhelming sense of joy and fulfilment.

    This episode concludes with the soothing reassurance that everyone has the power to turn their emotional state around, armed with self-love, positive focus, and heartful gratitude.

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    20 m
  • Spring Cleaning: Out With the Old, In With the New
    Mar 20 2024

    Welcome to another segment of Whispers to My Future Self, where we invite you on a journey towards understanding and prioritizing your happiness. Many of us have a love-hate relationship with spring cleaning. It’s a daunting task but the rewards, both physical and mental, are significant. Let's delve into what spring cleaning can entail beyond the apparent decluttering and cleaning aspects.

    Often spring cleaning starts simply, but it can bring up deeper questions and emotions. A simple process like removing unused items, parting ways with older things, can lead to self-doubt and evaluation, especially if those things have sentimental value or represent a version of ourselves we were once fond of. We get into the conundrum - keep it or get rid of it?

    We should see spring cleaning as an opportunity for self-discovery and growth rather than a chore. Be free from excess possessions that don't serve you or align with your values and needs. At the end of the day, experiences matter more than possessions. So let's get started with our spring cleaning and embrace change.

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    16 m
  • Shaping Your Reality Through Conscious Intentions
    Mar 11 2024

    Welcome to another episode of Whispers to My Future Self. In this episode, I dive into the importance of setting intentions as a way to guide our life towards the goals we want to achieve and the happiness we aspire. Reflecting on the 'why' behind our goals and aspirations, we realize that the underlying purpose often leads to the pursuit of happiness and contentment.

    While growing up, most of us are accustomed to the concept of setting goals, but seldom do we speak of setting intentions. Intentions can serve as the guiding compass to help us navigate our lives with clarity and purpose. They live with us each day and constitute a conscious decision about how we wish to live our lives and the qualities we wish to embody.

    Imagine waking up each day with a clear vision of how we want our day to be, of living not for the past or the future, but for the 'right here and right now'. Setting intentions paves way for us to live in the present moment every day and lends a fresh perspective to overcome everyday challenges.

    Unlike goals, setting life intentions do not require comprehensive planning but a strong resolve supported by faith and focus. Neither is setting intentions about rapid changes nor sudden turnarounds. It's about integrating these into our everyday routine for better peace of mind and clarity of purpose.

    As we step into each new day, we set our segment intentions – determining how we want our day to look and how we want our life to feel. So, take a few moments out of your busy schedule each day to clear your mind and set your daily intentions.

    Let this not be a chore, but a step toward aligning your life with your aspirations and encouraging personal growth. Set your intentions daily and see how they guide you towards creating a life you desire. After all, every day is a second chance!

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    18 m
  • Chasing Dreams and Redefining Success
    Mar 5 2024

    Welcome to the latest episode of Whispers to My Future Self, where host Courtney explores the subtle art of chasing dreams by embracing the journey, cultivating positivity, and learning patience. This engaging episode features in-depth dialogue on the power of positive mindsets and the redefinition of success, with key insights and strategies aimed to help transform you from being a dream chaser to a dream catcher.

    In this episode, Courtney shares personal reflections on the importance of cultivating a positive mindset during challenging times. The dialogues underscore the significance of warding off self-doubt and retaining focus on the primary goals, ensuring a mindset tailored to thrive in adversity.

    Courtney also critiques perfectionism, labeling it as a 'killer of dreams'. Using real-world examples from her podcast as a backdrop, she educates listeners on breaking free from the shackles of perfectionism and promoting a culture of learning, adaptability, and growth.

    The focus is on promoting mechanisms to override the instinctive fixation on end-goals and relearning to appreciate the journey. By embracing small steps, initiating action, and cherishing personal growth, listeners are encouraged to convert dreams into realities one step at a time.

    The dialogue then journeys through the ideology of taking manageable steps towards fruition of one's dreams, avoiding the pitfall of the 'all or nothing' approach. Courtney shares the importance of routine integration of new behaviors and the celebration of each step forward as fuel for motivation.

    In a dynamic shift of narrative, this episode explores the discomfort experienced while foraying into unfamiliar territories, coupled with techniques to nurture faith and overcome setbacks. Courtney also navigates the idea of detaching happiness from specific outcomes, emphasizing the joy inherent in the journey itself towards achievement of laid-out dreams.

    Commence your transformative journey with this empowering episode to redefine your approach to dream chasing, by learning to relish every step of your journey towards success. As iterated, the ultimate aim doesn’t solely involve reaching the destination but owning the journey and treasuring the joy discovered en route.

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    22 m
  • Rest and Recharge - Navigating the Start of 2024
    Feb 26 2024

    Welcome to the second episode of 'Whispers to My Future Self', where host, Courtney Raquel, takes a deep-dive into the significance of mindfulness, the power of positivity, and the importance of appreciating the present. Courtney challenges us to slow down, reevaluate our pace, and savour life's precious moments, reinforcing the idea that "What you focus on grows".

    In anticipation of the new year, Courtney focuses on changing the pressure-cooker mindset often associated with resolutions and fresh starts. She encourages a less aggressive approach to planning, underscoring that life isn't a race. Instead, she urges us to unwind, indulge in self-care, and adopt a softer view of our future plans.

    Sharing personal experiences of dealing with rest and downtime guilt, Courtney emphasizes the need for us to celebrate our accomplishments. This understanding sets the groundwork for the next part of the episode, where she recalls her transformative journey through 2023, a year marked by a pivotal shift in her mindset and the discovery of the transformative power of positivity.

    Courtney invites listeners to reflect on the past year, focusing on memories, achievements, and areas of growth. With reflective discussions, listeners are guided towards framing new goals and setting a positive tone for the upcoming year, with an indispensable emphasis on self-care. As the episode wraps, she urges her audience to start each day with gratitude, seize each moment, and look forward to crafting a fulfilling life defined by personal growth, positivity, and self-belief.

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    19 m
  • The Lead Character Within
    Feb 19 2024

    Introducing Whispers to My Future Self, a podcast all about personal growth and achieving happiness on your own terms. Listen as the host, Courtney Raquel, invites you on her journey of self-reflection that transformed her life and mindset. She shares intimate stories, challenges, and insights from her life to inspire and guide you in realizing your own potential and becoming your own version of happiness.

    The episode begins by delving into Courtney's past, a period of time lacking intention and ultimate joy, with days filled of tasks and routines that overshadowed her personal goals and happiness. Her self-revelation led her down the path of setting healthy boundaries, practicing self-care, and personal wellbeing. She takes you through her process of understanding self-care, recognizing its importance, and incorporating it into daily life.

    Courtney introduces you to her discovery of being a highly sensitive person, which shed light on her struggles with setting boundaries and contending with negative energies. This newfound self-awareness acted as a beacon illuminating her life with a fresh perspective.

    This episode dips into complex facets of personal identity, time for oneself, goal setting, facing fears, stepping out of comfort zones, and above all, the art of relishing life's uncertainty. She narrates her story of moving to the beach, and transforming her life into a tale of self-belief, self-assertion, and the enchantment of embracing the unknown.

    The host invites you to embark on this exciting journey of self-discovery, in an effort to manifest a life anchored in joy, fulfillment, and bliss. Tune in to this episode to listen to a compelling narrative for pivoting your life to resonate with your true self and desires.

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    Follow me on Instagram @Whispers_To_My_Future_Self “Surround yourself by the dreamers and believers because they will be the ones to truly inspire you.” - Courtney Raquel

    Xx Courtney

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    20 m
  • Trailer - Whispers To My Future Self with Courtney Raquel
    Dec 22 2023

    Hello sensitive souls! This is the trailer of Whispers To My Future Self podcast!

    Join me for a glimpse into what this journey will be about! I can't wait to begin!! :)

    I will officially launch in January 2024! Please follow and share with a friend so that we can embark on this journey together.

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    3 m