Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Teresa Edwards.

Purpose of the Interview

The interview aims to introduce Teresa Edwards’ book The Mirror Method: 12 Weeks to Stop Abandoning Yourself, a guided workbook designed to help individuals overcome people-pleasing tendencies, set boundaries, and prioritize their own needs without guilt. It focuses on personal empowerment, mental health, and rediscovering one’s authentic self.

Key Takeaways


People-Pleasing and Boundaries
People-pleasing becomes harmful when you agree to things you don’t want to do, leading to stress and resentment.
Setting boundaries is essential for self-respect and mental health.


The Mirror Method
A 12-week guided process to “unravel” harmful patterns and rediscover your true self.
Emphasizes self-reflection, journaling, and gradual transformation at your own pace.


Selfishness vs. Self-Care
Edwards reframes “selfish” as a positive concept: prioritizing your health and happiness is necessary, not negative.
You can’t be your best for others if you’re not your best for yourself.


Health as a Wake-Up Call
Stress is a silent killer; Teresa’s own health issues (high blood pressure) forced her to reevaluate her life.
Happiness and well-being should not be age-limited—“You’re never too old to return to yourself.”


Letting Go of Toxic Relationships
Users often exploit people-pleasers; recognizing and removing such relationships is crucial.
Fully committing to the Mirror Method means accepting hard truths and being okay with losing people who drain you.


Therapy and Mental Health
COVID accelerated acceptance of therapy in communities where it was previously stigmatized.
Mental health is as important as physical health—“The mind is a muscle too.”


Workbook Details
Available on Amazon and at themirrormethodworkbook.com in print and downloadable formats.
Exercises involve writing and self-reflection to confront truths and break patterns.

Notable Quotes
“Boundaries are key.”
“Selfish is not a negative word—it’s perseverance of yourself.”
“You can’t throw a party and be mad at your own party.”
“Enough is enough—look in the mirror and say it.”
“You’re never too old to return to yourself.”
“Stress is that silent killer.”
“Fully commit means accepting all those good, bad, or ugly moments—and being okay with letting go.”
“The mind is a muscle too.”
“Be okay with being okay.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Teresa Edwards.
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Purpose of the Interview
The interview aims to introduce Teresa Edwards&rsquo; book The Mirror Method: 12 Weeks to Stop Abandoning Yourself, a guided workbook designed to help individuals overcome people-pleasing tendencies, set boundaries, and prioritize their own needs without guilt. It focuses on personal empowerment, mental health, and rediscovering one&rsquo;s authentic self.
<hr>
Key Takeaways
<ol>
<li>
People-Pleasing and Boundaries
<ul>
<li>People-pleasing becomes harmful when you agree to things you don&rsquo;t want to do, leading to stress and resentment.</li>
<li>Setting boundaries is essential for self-respect and mental health.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
The Mirror Method
<ul>
<li>A 12-week guided process to &ldquo;unravel&rdquo; harmful patterns and rediscover your true self.</li>
<li>Emphasizes self-reflection, journaling, and gradual transformation at your own pace.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Selfishness vs. Self-Care
<ul>
<li>Edwards reframes &ldquo;selfish&rdquo; as a positive concept: prioritizing your health and happiness is necessary, not negative.</li>
<li>You can&rsquo;t be your best for others if you&rsquo;re not your best for yourself.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Health as a Wake-Up Call
<ul>
<li>Stress is a silent killer; Teresa&rsquo;s own health issues (high blood pressure) forced her to reevaluate her life.</li>
<li>Happiness and well-being should not be age-limited&mdash;&ldquo;You&rsquo;re never too old to return to yourself.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Letting Go of Toxic Relationships
<ul>
<li>Users often exploit people-pleasers; recognizing and removing such relationships is crucial.</li>
<li>Fully committing to the Mirror Method means accepting hard truths and being okay with losing people who drain you.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Therapy and Mental Health
<ul>
<li>COVID accelerated acceptance of therapy in communities where it was previously stigmatized.</li>
<li>Mental health is as important as physical health&mdash;&ldquo;The mind is a muscle too.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Workbook Details
<ul>
<li>Available on Amazon and at themirrormethodworkbook.com in print and downloadable formats.</li>
<li>Exercises involve writing and self-reflection to confront truths and break patterns.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ol>
<hr>
Notable Quotes
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;Boundaries are key.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;Selfish is not a negative word&mdash;it&rsquo;s perseverance of yourself.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;You can&rsquo;t throw a party and be mad at your own party.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;Enough is enough&mdash;look in the mirror and say it.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;You&rsquo;re never too old to return to yourself.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;Stress is that silent killer.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;Fully commit means accepting all those good, bad, or ugly moments&mdash;and being okay with letting go.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;The mind is a muscle too.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;Be okay with being okay.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
<hr>
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success."  I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!

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Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success."  I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!
https://www.moneymakingconversations.com
https://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversations
https://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/
https://twitter.com/moneymakingconv
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