September 22, 2026
Here and Human Wellness
Ep 86: Tiny Abandonments
Episode summary:
In this first episode under the new name, Jen reflects on the evolution from Love You More to Here and Human Wellness and what it means to be more interested in being present for life than perfecting it. She shares an honest look at her recent silent retreat, from the beauty of stillness and intentionality to the surprising challenge of coming home to everyday life.
Jen also explores the idea of “tiny abandonments”, the small ways we sometimes set aside what we honestly want, feel, or need in order to please others, avoid discomfort, or meet our own expectations. Through stories from the retreat and everyday family life, she invites us to notice where we might be abandoning ourselves and consider what it could look like to respond more honestly, kindly, and intentionally.
Favorite Quotes:
“I am becoming far more interested in being present for life here right now in this moment than trying to figure it all out.”
“The retreat was beautiful. It was very restorative.”
“A thousand times a day, maybe that's a bigger number than it's necessary. Several times a day, there are likely things where I am not being honest with what I either actually want, feel, or need.”
“I am just looking at how I can be more honest with myself."
“It is okay for me to take care of my own needs, period.”
“It just felt weird, but it was really good practice.”
Resources:
Jen's Instagram
Jen's Substack
McDaniel Nutrition Therapy Instagram
McDaniel Nutrition Therapy Website
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