Ep. 86 | I Had Brain Fog Mid-Class... Then I Used BEND Live to Actually Take Care of Myself
Class with KateShow Notes
This class started with an unexpected problem: Kate couldn't think. What looked like simple brain fog became a live demonstration of what it means to listen to yourself instead of pushing harder. Rather than forcing her way through it, Kate used the BEND framework in real time to understand what her mind and body were trying to communicate. The result was an unplanned but powerful lesson about emotional awareness, nervous system regulation, parenting, and the kind of self-care that actually creates change. Because real self-care isn't just getting your nails done. It's learning how to pay attention to yourself when something feels off. In this episode:
Kate uses BEND live to work through brain fog What brain fog can reveal about your emotional state Why pushing through often makes things worse How parents can model emotional awareness for their children The difference between self-care and self-avoidance How to build a more trusting relationship with yourself
The lesson wasn't the one Kate planned to teach—but it might be the one people need most. Find more @CodependencyKate on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok www.codependencykate.com
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