Best Kellie Sharpless Podcasts (2025)

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Thriving with Anxiety: A 4-Step Path to Turning Fear into Fuel with Dr. David Rosmarin 46:19

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2h ago46:19

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What if your anxiety wasn’t something to get rid of, but something you could use as fuel? In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Amelia Kelley sits down with Dr. David Rosmarin, Harvard Medical School faculty, founder of the Center for Anxiety, and author of Thriving with Anxiety, to explore his groundbreaking 4-step method: Identify, Share, Embrace, …

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Personal Curriculum and Getting Obsessed 51:25

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Welcome back, d*ck wimpers! This week, class is in session as we're building our personal curriculums — aka the niche, self-made syllabi that fuel our brains and answer any/all of life's burning questions. Because didn’t you hear: learning is SO in (from Film 101 to Soup Studies). We also get into the complete and utter euphoria that is becoming un…

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Beyond Addiction: Sobriety, Self-Acceptance, and True Recovery with Jason Shiers 42:32

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In this deeply moving episode, Dr. Amelia Kelley is joined by psychotherapist and author Jason Shiers, who shares his raw and powerful journey from addiction, psychiatric wards, and endless seeking to a profound awakening of self-compassion and inner peace. Jason opens up about his experiences with escapism, 12-step programs, therapy, and the searc…

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Exploding Head Syndrome, Sleep Paralysis, and the Hidden Psychology of Fear with Brian Sharpless 45:05

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In this captivating episode, Dr. Amelia Kelley talks with Dr. Brian Sharpless, licensed clinical psychologist, researcher, and author who specializes in rare and unusual psychological disorders. Together, they dive deep into the strange and often frightening world of sleep phenomena—including exploding head syndrome, sleep paralysis, and REM sleep …

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From Doubt to Confidence: Trusting Yourself and Avoiding Toxic Partners with Lindsay Abernathy (Part 2) 58:28

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Key Takeaways Healing past wounds is essential to avoid repeating toxic patterns. Your gut and nervous system often signal red flags before your mind does. Butterflies can mean dysregulation, while safety might initially feel “boring” but is actually healthy. Setting and flexing boundaries early reveals how someone respects (or disrespects) you. Tr…

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Booking the Trip, Comfort Shows, and Regulating Emotions 41:29

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Welcome to lucky Episode 13! This week, we’re talking about booking the trip, comfort shows, and regulating emotions. We get into why life’s too short to let the trip stay trapped in the group chat, how Selling Sunset and Sex In the City somehow both qualify as comfort TV in totally different ways, and why it actually feels kind of chic to pause, a…

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Waking Up to Abuse: How to Recognize It and Begin Healing with Lindsay Abernathy (Part 1) 55:09

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Key Takeaways Abusive relationships often follow the same predictable cycle—love bombing, devaluation, isolation, and intermittent reinforcement. Survivors often stay not because they want the relationship to end, but because they desperately hope the abuse will stop. Even small “repairs” (like a crumb of kindness) can keep survivors hooked, simila…

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When Calm Feels Dangerous: Understanding Rest Resistance with Annie Wright 39:15

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Why does slowing down feel so uncomfortable for some of us? In this powerful episode, Dr. Amelia Kelley speaks with licensed psychotherapist and relational trauma recovery specialist Annie Wright about rest resistance, the anxiety, guilt, and discomfort that can arise when we try to pause. Annie explains how early life experiences, relational traum…

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Happiness Hangovers, Teenybopper Shows, and Wearing The Outfit 45:58

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OH this episode? Yeah, it has it all: post-festival emotional damage (the good-ish kind), a cheers to an almost-married couple, and confessions of a 3am FaceTime. In our new rapid-fire era, we discuss the bravery of wearing That Outfit™ (you know the f**king one), campaign for teenyboppers to get their Emmy moment (justice for The Summer I Turned P…

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More Than a Crisis: Transforming Your Pet’s Midlife into a Season of Connection with Dr. Kelly Fishman 50:07

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Key Takeaways: Midlife in pets often starts earlier than owners realise, especially for larger breeds. Overweight pets are at a much higher risk of arthritis and mobility issues. Simple strength-building exercises like “dog pushups” and “dog squats” can maintain muscle and prevent frailty. Animal empaths should trust their instincts when they notic…

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Sleepover Avoidance, Apology Texts, and Minding Your Business 39:49

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Welcome to a new era of the pod! We’re switching things up and going rapid-fire: one host brings three bite-sized topics to the table, and the other reacts in real time. And trust us when we say... no rock goes unturned in today's ep (and I really do mean that). We're talking about the intersection between late-stage bedwetting and over-orchestrate…

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QUARTER QUELL 52:16

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It’s episode 10 of Do You Know What I Mean? (What I Say That) and we’re shaking things right the hell up, just for you 😘 We each rip through 3 rapid fire “do you know what I means” and let's just say...we’re not holding back. Think hot takes like: dogs can be hot, yoga can SUCK, and people really don’t need to be embarrassed (most of the time). And…

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Van Gogh and the HSP Mind: Sensitivity, Struggle, and the Art of Feeling Deeply with John Zaller 42:28

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Key Takeaways Van Gogh’s legacy reveals how sensitivity and emotional depth can create timeless beauty even amidst pain and struggle. The immersive art experience provides a soothing and transformative space for highly sensitive people to connect deeply with creativity and history. Art can be a powerful trauma response, turning inner chaos into ext…

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Beauty in Simplicity, DYKWIM? 48:47

2M ago48:47

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Intuitive living... don't overcomplicate it! This week, we're slowing it down & stripping it WAY back (in a good way, we promise) to talk about the beauty in simplicity and why the 'more is more' mindset we were raised on might actually just be a bunch of... messy b******t? We're getting into what it means to actually enjoy life - not just on the w…

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Breaking the Cycle: Dr. Amelia Kelley Answers Your Questions on Gaslighting & Healing 43:52

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Key Takeaways: Sensitivity can be both innate and shaped by trauma; both can coexist. Highly sensitive people absorb their environment more deeply, making trauma and gaslighting more impactful. Gaslighting creates a destabilizing feeling; overthinking, while mentally exhausting, feels different and more internalized. Intermittent rewards and euphor…

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The Validation Trap: Neurodivergence, Social Media, and the Path to Real Connection with Alyssa Scarano 49:21

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Key Takeaways: Dopamine traps often mask deeper unmet needs for connection, safety, and belonging. External validation can offer a temporary high, but often leaves us feeling more depleted in the long run. Highly sensitive people (HSPs) and neurodivergent individuals may experience micro-rejections more intensely, increasing their reliance on outsi…

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Bring Back 2012 Instagram, DYKWIM? 56:01

3M ago56:01

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2012 called and it wants its Instagram back ☎️ This week, we're diving head first into the lawless land of 2012 Instagram: duck faces, random food photos no one asked for, lyrics-as-captions, and sepia-toned selfies. Join us as we reminisce on the days when flower crowns ruled the world and hashtags reigned supreme; we were cringe but we were free.…

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When Quitting Is the Bravest Thing: Listening to Your True Self with Jeanne-Mari Retief 41:34

3M ago41:34

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Key Takeaways: Why Jeanne stepped away from the podcast—and what she’s gained since Learning to manage life and business as a highly sensitive entrepreneur How grief manifests in the body and why it needs space to breathe The challenge of letting go of perfectionism and redefining failure The energetic cost of staying misaligned in your career How …

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Tiny Risks, DYKWIM? 59:32

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Join the group. Go on the date. Eat Alone. Live a little... This week, we're exploring the art of doing things that scare you, but like... not too much. From solo movie outings and awkward coffee shop compliments to international work trips and collegiate a cappella, we're completely unpacking the joy that lives just on the edge of discomfort. Mayb…

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Perfection Is a Liar: And We’re Done Falling for It with Mary Marantz 52:37

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Key Takeaways Fear is boring—it recycles the same script, keeping you stuck with the illusion that perfection will keep you safe. Perfectionism often hides in plain sight, rebranded as productivity or “being responsible,” but it’s still just fear in disguise. The achiever mindset can be a mask for deep wounds, often rooted in rejection, abandonment…

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Unspoken But Understood Roles on The Group Trip, DYKWIM? 50:56

4M ago50:56

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Role call, group trip edition 🫡 You got the trip out of the group chat, now what?? Set your OOO, pack your metaphorical weekend bag(s), and assume your unspoken positions, because this week we're digging into the role that each friend plays on the group trip this summer (whether they know it or not). From the in-house Treasurer, the Tour Guide Sacr…

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Stop “Being Fine”: Honoring Real Grief (and the Buckets That Help) with Rebecca Feinglos 57:00

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Key Takeaways: Grief is not a linear process with tidy stages—it’s messy, lifelong, and uniquely personal. Our culture often fails to acknowledge non-death grief, such as breakups, divorce, and unfulfilled life paths. “Grief buckets” offer a helpful framework for grieving: solo time, movement, creativity, nature, and community. Rituals and communit…

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Have Some Class, DYKWIM? 49:13

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Poor public etiquette: it pisses us off!! This week, the pod is taking a turn and we're talking about something everyone needs but far too few people have: basic public decency. From loud phone talkers and aggressive seat recliners, we're finally calling out repeat offenders who act like they're the only human beings on Earth. We're covering the fu…

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Align Your Mind: Embracing Your Inner Parts for Healing and Growth with Britt Frank 49:40

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Key Takeaways: Healing begins with recognizing that all parts are good, even if not all behaviors are. Britt’s ALIGN acronym (Acknowledge, Listen, Investigate, Gratitude, Negotiate) offers a user-friendly model for navigating emotions and impulses. Your inner critic isn’t the enemy—it may just need retraining into a high-performance coach. Micro “y…

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The Mental and Physical Toll of Hiding Who You Are with Jessica Graham 54:22

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Key Takeaways: What it means to live with both autism and ADHD (AuDHD) The hidden cost of masking and how it impacts the nervous system How to begin unmasking safely—in relationships, work, and daily life The difference between trauma responses and neurodivergent traits Why self-compassion is essential when navigating a late diagnosis The healing p…

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From Near Death to Generational Healing with Molly Duncan Part 2 48:12

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Key Takeaways Generational trauma often persists because families avoid talking about pain—but healing begins with honesty. “Toxic resilience” can look like high-functioning busyness while masking unprocessed trauma. Self-care is more than bubble baths—it’s about regulation, awareness, and creating space to feel. Breaking generational cycles doesn’…

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Nicknames: The 6th Love Language, DYKWIM? 58:11

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Gary Chapman has 24 hours to respond... The five love languages walked, so nicknames could run. In this episode, we uncover the sacredness, community feeling, and downright love that comes along with nicknames - the 6th and long-lost love language. Because why call you your government name when we could call you anything from Mrs. World Tiny and Wo…

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Cutting Ties with Toxic Family: How to Do It, and Why You Might Need To with Dr. Sharon Martin 53:08

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Key Takeaways: Cutting ties isn’t impulsive—it’s often the result of long-term patterns of abuse or dysfunction. “No contact” can take many forms and doesn’t look the same for everyone. Guilt, shame, and societal pressure often accompany estrangement and must be consciously unpacked. Grieving the idealized version of a parent is a necessary step to…

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Reality TV vs. Sports: Different Channels, Same Drama, DYKWIM? 48:35

5M ago48:35

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Messy... competitive... deeply addictive. Welcome to our thesis on why reality TV IS a sport. Now read that again. Yes, this week we're making our cases for why watching Love Island and Survivor feels strangely similar to watching the Monday night game. What do a chaotic recoupling ceremony and a sudden-death overtime goal have in common? Exactly, …

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Radical Living: 7 Spiritual Questions for a Meaningful Life with Marni Battista 43:51

5M ago43:51

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Key takeaways: The seven spiritual questions that redefine success Why radical honesty is the foundation of self-trust Soul mapping: a tool to align with your core values How somatics and neuroscience support lasting change Empowering highly sensitive people to live outside the “shoulds” Links and resources: Dating with Dignity Podcast Follow Marni…

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Public Speaking = Public Enemy #1, DYKWIM? 50:04

5M ago50:04

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This week on “Do You Know What I Mean (When I Say That)?”, we’re stepping up to the mic… and then immediately regretting it 🙃 Our bodies not knowing the difference between being chased by a lion and giving a simple presentation to our peers? It’s kind of our specialty at this point. Let us divulge into our most cringe-worthy podium moments, uncontr…

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Surviving the Unthinkable: Healing from Near Death Trauma with Molly Duncan 40:43

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Key Takeaways: Surviving trauma often involves not just the event itself, but the layers of grief, uncertainty, and secondary trauma that follow. Healing is not linear and requires patience, self-compassion, and often a willingness to fall apart before rebuilding. Trauma can change a person at their core, but through acceptance and intentional heal…

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WE'RE BACK & The Pregame > The Party, DYKWIM? 51:23

5M ago51:23

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SOMEONE'S CALLING... AND IT'S SEASON 2... DO YOU KNOW WHAT WE MEAN WHEN WE SAY THAT?? No seriously... we're so happy to be back on screens worldwide to tackle perhaps the most important question of the summer: is the pregame actually better than the party? Is the main event what occurs... before you even leave the house?? Of course we don't stop at…

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Finding Hope After Infertility Trauma with Dr. Hillary and Dr. Kara 54:07

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Key Takeaways: Fertility challenges are often a signal, not a sentence. They can be a gift pointing toward deeper healing and health. Emotional and ancestral trauma, stress, and lifestyle imbalances all play a role in fertility health. There’s no "one fix"; it’s about uncovering and tuning multiple levers, nutrition, sleep, environmental toxins, em…

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Healing the Sensitive Body: The 4 Root Causes of Disease with Martin Pytela 44:31

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Key takeaways: The four root causes of disease: toxicity, malnutrition, stagnation, and trauma. Highly sensitive individuals may have heightened reactions to histamine-rich foods and environmental toxins. Your metabolic type—thyroid, adrenal, ovarian, or pituitary—impacts how your body processes food and stress. Histamine intolerance may be a hidde…

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Ending a Narcissistic Relationship Once and For All with Kate Anthony 45:43

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Key Takeaways Narcissism exists on a spectrum—from benign to malicious—and all narcissists are abusive in some way. One of the most dangerous times in a narcissistic relationship is when you try to leave—safety planning is crucial. Narcissists often manipulate through subtle gaslighting and by shifting the blame. You are made to feel like you are t…

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Why Men Fear Women with Gary Katz 53:49

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Key Takeaways: Boys are often socialized to suppress feelings and disconnect from vulnerability—creating long-term emotional impacts. Fear of women is often rooted in deeper fears of being controlled, abandoned, or exposed emotionally. Men are typically taught only two “acceptable” emotions: anger and sexual desire—leading to miscommunication and e…

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From Scarcity to Abundance: Shifting from Fear to Freedom with DPAK 52:53

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Key takeaways: Scarcity mindset isn’t just about money—it shows up as fear, urgency, tension, and a lack of trust in yourself and life. Your body knows before your brain does—watch for breath-holding and tightness as early signs of scarcity thinking. FOMO can hijack your decision-making. Learn to listen for the “expansive yes” instead of defaulting…

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The Science of Being Stuck: When It Helps and When It Hurts with Britt Frank 46:45

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Key takeaways: Stuckness isn’t a character flaw—it’s a nervous system response designed to protect you. Asking “Why am I like this?” often reinforces paralysis. Ask instead: “What small yes can I offer myself right now?” Micro-yeses—tiny, manageable actions—help bypass overwhelm and gently re-engage the brain. Your brain’s safety system (fight, fli…

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ADHD & Life Expectancy: Unpacking the Truth and Finding Hope with Dr. Jessica Stern 35:49

7M ago35:49

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Key takeaways: Why the recent study about ADHD and shorter lifespan isn't as scary as it seems The most common risk factors associated with unmanaged ADHD How early diagnosis and lifestyle strategies can mitigate long-term health risks Tips for supporting a loved one with ADHD in a compassionate, empowering way Why ADHD is often misunderstood—and w…

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Beyond Hustle: Non-Toxic Productivity for High Achievers & Highly Sensitive People with Dr. Jessica Stern 41:40

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Key Takeaways: Feeling drained, over-identifying with achievement, or struggling to disconnect from work. Symptoms like chronic fatigue, irritability, disconnection from joy, and lack of motivation can signal burnout rather than just stress. A balanced approach to achievement that aligns with your values and doesn’t deplete you. A powerful strategy…

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Unmasking Sex Addiction: The Real Truth About Intimacy with Gary Katz 41:14

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Key Takeaways: True intimacy starts when we acknowledge and accept both our polished public selves and the hidden parts we may be reluctant to face. Internal Family Systems (IFS) provides a framework to explore the various “parts” of our personality, including those that are exiled due to childhood experiences. While the initial excitement of a new…

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Healing Codependency: Finding Safety Beyond the Drama Triangle with Kitty Chambliss 47:15

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Key takeaways: The Drama Triangle highlights common toxic roles in relationships—Victim, Persecutor, and Rescuer—that often stem from early life experiences and lead to conflict, blame, and resentment. Recognizing when you’re playing one of these roles is the first step in breaking free from unhealthy relationship cycles. Codependency often manifes…

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Healing After Heartbreak: How to Date Yourself to Get Over Your Ex with Emmi Fortin 53:08

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Key Takeaways: Healing begins by restoring your connection to yourself—emotionally, mentally, and physically. Movement, mindfulness, and reflection are key components. Monitoring your inner dialogue can create profound shifts. Transform self-criticism into supportive and kind thoughts to foster growth. While journaling helps process emotions, combi…

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Understanding Highly Sensitive People and Harnessing Their Unique Strengths with Michelle Oravitz 47:04

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Key Takeaways: Learn about the biological and neurological differences that define highly sensitive people, and how this evolutionary trait exists across species. Understand the overlap between high sensitivity, empathy, and introversion, and why highly sensitive individuals are often more likely to become empaths. How your surroundings, including …

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How to Soothe Your Nervous System the Polyvagal Way with Michael Allison 52:06

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Key takeaways: Trauma is not about the event itself but the body’s reaction and its inability to recover, which can lock the nervous system into states of dis-ease. Effective leadership stems from fostering trust and safety, whether in parenting, coaching, or workplace settings. Small practices, like scanning your environment for safety cues, can r…

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Music as Medicine: Healing Anxiety, Trauma, and Empowering Yourself Through Sound with DPAK 57:07

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Key takeaways: Music has a unique ability to mimic the effects of meditation, calming the mind, reducing cortisol, and lowering heart rate. Specific frequencies, like 432 Hz and 528 Hz, have measurable physiological benefits, including stress reduction and emotional regulation. Chanting, practiced across cultures, creates a connection to gratitude,…

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From Overwhelm to Empowerment: Navigating Mom Guilt and Mental Wellness with Karla Bradley and Chelsea Rizzo 50:04

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Key Takeaways: Karla and Chelsea share how they met online and created a supportive community for moms, fostering connection and collaboration despite never having met in person. They discuss the importance of giving yourself grace and celebrating small wins, reshaping the narrative around mom guilt to focus on doing your best each day. They explai…

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Put Insomnia to Bed and Finally Get the Sleep You Need with Joseph Pannell 54:16

9M ago54:16

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Key takeaways: Understanding insomnia beyond poor sleep: Insomnia isn’t just about sleeping less—it impacts every aspect of your life, from your mood to your ability to function. Why more time in bed doesn’t equal better sleep: Trying harder to sleep and spending excessive time in bed can disrupt your body clock and make sleep quality worse. The po…

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New Year, True You: Crafting Resolutions for Yourself and No one else with Stacey Simmons 41:45

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Key Takeaways: Resolutions should reflect your true self. Before committing to a goal, ask: Is this for me, or for someone else? The Queen’s Path reframes empowerment. Women’s journey isn’t about being a hero but claiming sovereignty over their lives. Motivation is fleeting; discipline sustains. Don’t rely on dopamine highs—focus on purposeful disc…