Increase your emotional intelligence, strengthen your self-worth and self-esteem, and learn to make decisions that are right for you. This is the show for your best mental health and well-being. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, fears, stress, obsession, panic, or any relationship challenges like emotional abuse or family issues, this show will empower you to honor yourself and get into alignment with what's most important in your life. If positive thinking feels like denial, tune in ...
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As people of diasporic origin, living authentically means delving deep into our cultural legacy burdens. At ’Rich Queer Aunties,’ we go beyond financial success, embracing rich insights, truth, and authenticity. Join me, Christabel, a nurse leader, writer, and African Auntie, as I share insights and practical resources such as self-care strategies, mindfulness practices, and deep cultural analysis. Drawing from my experiences overcoming a controlling religious and traditional African backgro ...
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The CTM Podcast (Church,Therapy & Music) is a place to inform others that therapy can work as long as you do the work. It’s not all bad and Black people go to therapy!! CTM is taking you on the roller coaster that I call my life while trying to balance Church, Therapy and Music.
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Let’s build healthier and more fulfilling romantic relationships. Jillian is on a mission to teach people how to completely transform their love life, and where you start is by addressing the relationship you have with yourself. Whether you’re looking to strengthen the relationship you’re in, heal your heartbreak and choose better partners, develop a stronger sense of self, or move away from dysfunctional patterns into highly functioning ones this show is for you. Jillian Turecki is a certif ...
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Host Brenda Reiss is a Freedom and Forgiveness coach, and a person just like you that is learning to navigate life and all its challenges. She teaches a forgiveness process like no other. It's a blend of practical and spiritual forgiveness. This process guides you into knowing how unforgiveness can be keeping you stuck in your relationships, both personally and professionally, preventing you from releasing resentment and finding joy. Each week I share practical and some not so practical tips ...
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The relationship between African Americans and healthcare professionals has historically been treacherous. This stigma is especially pronounced in the mental health field; thus, cultivating an estranged relationship between some African Americans and mental health professionals. However, the courageous ones have been able to take advantage of a therapeutic healing process that not only provides access to self-awareness and emotional intelligence, but it also champions the development of rema ...
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Black People Go To Therapy, Too is a podcast about and for people of color. It’s about our experiences in our mental health journeys and about the positive and negative things we’ve experienced in the pursuit of becoming healthier members of our community. This podcast seeks to not only shine a light on the stigmas surrounding people of color and our mental well-being but seeks to engage our community in conversations about our experiences in therapy--good and bad. This podcast is here to ul ...
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The Story in My Head is a podcast about healing, self-improvement and self-care for the lazy. It's a raw and meandering journey through the stories in my head that create fear, plant obstacles and disable me from living the life I want. This is NOT your average self-help podcast. It is not polished and refined and presented as a recipe for healthy living. Rather its an honest sharing of the stories that feed my dark spaces, the consequences of my storytelling, and the ways I'm working to re- ...
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Just a young black man trying to get some things off my chest. Its not easy tryna have a career & raise a family while having so much pent up anger, frustration and aggression. Living in a world where people make life look so easy, while other people struggle with those exact same things. Hi! Im "other people." Its hard to live this life with all the stressors of the world and not explode. Anger, frustration, aggravation and even sometimes rage try to take over no matter how hard I try to ke ...
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Her Best Self | Eating Disorder Recovery Podcast, Disordered Eating, Anorexia, Bulimia, Orthorexia, Body Image, Food Freedom, Calorie Counting, Obsessive Exercise, Food Restriction
Lindsey Nichol - Certified Health Coach, Eating Disorder Recovery Coach, Food Freedom Coach, Eating Disorder Intuitive Therapy Certified
Transform Your Relationship with Food and Your Body - Find Freedom from Eating Disorders Welcome to the Her Best Self podcast, where women discover lasting freedom from disordered eating, food obsession, and body shame. Hosted by Lindsey Nichol, eating disorder recovery coach and former anorexia survivor, this show provides hope, practical tools, and expert guidance for women ready to break free from the nightmare of disordered eating and reclaim their lives. Lindsey combines her personal re ...
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Michelle Rojas is not okay. In fact, she’s burnt out. With a PsyD from Yale and a job at a renowned Connecticut therapy practice, Dominican psychologist Michelle Rojas is a Washington Heights success story. When she gets fired for lashing out at co-workers and giving patients questionable advice, Michelle returns home. Ashamed yet bullish, she lies to her family and friends: Michelle—voiced by Dascha Polanco (Orange is the New Black, Samaritan) —opens a therapy practice in a local bodega und ...
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As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Addictions Specialist and Nationally Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, for the past 39 years, I have worked with many people who have successfully made changes in their life. Brandler Bits are tasty morsels that address how people make change. For more information, go to my website www.changeispossible.org
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Onyx Therapy Group is a Black, Woman, and Veteran-owned business, comprised of leading figures in the Mental Health & Education field, who are dedicated to addressing mental health issues and disparities in communities, organizations, federal government, and individuals in need.Led by Founder/CEO -- Dr. LaNail R. Plummer -- Onyx Therapy Group has served over 600+ clients since its 2013 inception, including consulting and federal contracting for government agencies, private businesses, commun ...
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The idea that our bodies hold onto every traumatic event in our life is the backbone of this trauma informed therapy and research. Across the world people struggle with the reality of their bodies in a world full of diet culture, racism, sexism, homophobia, etc. Body Trauma is a podcast that listens to people recount their experiences in their body and their life. Because it’s hosted by a millennial, there is sure to be some cursing, pop culture, and humor as well. Hosted by Nia Patterson, a ...
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The Learn As You GROW ShoW With Rapper / Music Producer M-I-Corleone + "Incorrectly Facilitated"
Michael Curran aka M-I-Corleone @BeatsByTheKilo Kontent By The Kilo Podcasts
There's no manual for how to live life, at least not for people like Host Michael Curran. Rapper / Music Producer M-i-Corleone tells you his story of LEARNING to LIVE and GROW. Listen to his story of being locked up for most of his teens and early 20s, addiction, homelessness etc., and how MUSIC kept him going through it all. New Episodes Tuesday Thursday ! SUBSCRIBE FOR "Incorrectly " A BONUS SHOW Every Other SATURDAY+ More Exclusive Content! (It Cost Time And Money To CREATE This! ALL DONA ...
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Understanding the Ego’s Role in Healing and Self-Acceptance with Dr. Shawdy
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33:50What if your ego wasn’t something to fight, but something to understand? In this episode, Dr. Shawdy joins us for a rich conversation about how the ego develops, why it gets triggered, and what it needs in order to relax. We talk about the early wounds that shape it and how those patterns can continue to influence us in adulthood. We also explore t…
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EP 223.5: The Day I Stopped Pretending Black Coffee Was Enough + 8 Things That Are So Much Better Than Settling for Starving **Must Listen Fav**
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17:24In this deeply personal and transformative episode, Lindsey shares a powerful message that came to her during her morning devotions: "It is possible to miss who you've been called to be because you're addicted and attached to who you've settled to be." If you've been settling for a life controlled by your eating disorder, this episode will open you…
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The Story in My Head has completed creating Frank the Forgiveness Octopus. Today's quickie is the fifth segment of my story...my journey of forgiving myself and others. forgiveness, amends, relationships, self care, transformation, healing, grief, addiction, change, marriage, communicationBy Amy - Fellow Human
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It’s Not a Mother Wound. It’s Patriarchy.
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46:39We keep saying we have mother wounds, but what if the real injury is deeper than our mothers? In this episode, we ask the question no one wants to touch: Who are our mothers, really? Not the role they performed. Not the fears they passed down. But the person underneath all that patriarchal survival. Christabel and Kachi crack open a deeply personal…
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EP 223: Former Athletes & Eating Disorders ~ Why Freedom Feels Impossible (Until Now) + Your Competitive Edge Solution
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26:20In this powerful episode, Lindsey breaks down why former athletes face unique challenges in eating disorder recovery that go far beyond what most people understand. If you're a former athlete struggling with an eating disorder and wondering why freedom feels so impossible, this episode will finally give you the answers you've been searching for - p…
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The Psychology Behind Why You Keep Going Back to The Wrong Person
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35:08Have you ever found yourself giving someone yet another chance—even though deep down, you know they’re not right for you? In this episode, Jillian dives into the emotional patterns and deeper psychological reasons behind why we keep returning to unhealthy relationships. Using a powerful real-life story, she explores how unmet needs, emotional voids…
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What do you do when there's bickering and nitpicking and you never seem make progress because there's always some unresolved issue or drama that needs to unfold for some reason?By Paul Colaianni
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EP 222: Terrified to Gain Weight This Summer? Here's Your Sign & Personal Invitation to Take Radical Responsibility✨
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18:33In this no-holds-barred episode, Lindsey shares the shocking moment that forced her to stop making excuses and take radical responsibility for her eating disorder recovery. If you're terrified of gaining weight this summer and tired of blaming everyone except yourself, this episode will give you the wake-up call you need to reclaim your power and c…
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The Story in My Head has a main character named Frank. He's a forgiveness octopus. I'm focusing on the 8th aspect (Frank's leg, tenticle, arm) of my forgiveness octopus...forgiving myself! Today's quickie is the fourth part of my story...my journey towards forgiving myself and others. forgiveness, self esteem, worth, anxiety, depression, relationsh…
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EP 221.5: Which Recovery Phase Are You In? The 10-Stage Roadmap Every Woman in Recovery Needs **Must Listen Fav**
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20:52In this essential episode, Lindsey breaks down the 10 distinct phases of eating disorder recovery, drawing from Carolyn Costin's research while adding her own spiritual and practical insights. From the initial denial phase of "I don't think I have a problem" all the way to complete recovery, this roadmap helps you identify exactly where you are in …
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When One Partner Changes & How to Grow Together
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1:19:14In honor of Men’s Health Month, Jillian sits down with Jeff Krasno and Schuyler Grant—co-founders of Wanderlust and longtime partners—for a powerful conversation about how a major health crisis became a wake-up call not just for Jeff, but for their entire relationship. They dive into the hidden costs of male burnout, how physical health impacts emo…
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You're stuck and there's nothing you can do about it
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30:32When you know for a fact it's impossible to get out of the situation you're in, something might come along and push you so far that you find the impossible just might be possible after all.By Paul Colaianni
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EP 221: Present Over Perfect ~ How Food Obsession Steals Your Life (& 4 Strategies to Get It Back)
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19:14In this powerful episode, Lindsey explores how eating disorders and food obsession act as "time thieves" and "energy vampires," stealing your presence from the moments and people that matter most. She shares the life-changing realization that when we don't sacrifice for what we ultimately want, we become the ultimate sacrifice - and our relationshi…
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I've decided it will be helpful for me to practice apologizing and asking for forgiveness. The Story in My Head has told me making amends is just too hard to do sometimes. I want to practice and make it easier. Today's quickie is the third part of my story...my journey towards forgiving myself and others. forgiveness, apologies, amends, relationshi…
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EP 220: The #1 Phrase That is Toxic to Your Best Self + The Decision-Making Framework That Actually Works
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24:56Are you stuck in the cycle of starting and stopping recovery? Always "trying" but never fully committing? In this game-changing episode, Lindsey reveals how one simple phrase is sabotaging your progress and keeping you trapped in what she calls "decision defaulting." Learn the neuroscience behind why "I'm trying" programs your brain for failure, an…
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5 Things to Know Before Marrying the Wrong Person
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36:15Jillian opens up about five things she wishes she’d known before getting married—things that could’ve saved her a lot of pain. She talks about the pressure to rush into commitment, the importance of knowing your non-negotiables, and why avoiding hard conversations can cost you more than you think. If you’ve ever felt unsure in a relationship or afr…
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When your best intentions turn into their disappointment
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41:35The perfect night... almost. I read a reddit post where a user outlines a scenario where his best laid plans didn't pan out as he hoped, but he almost got everything right. That is, until his wife felt disappointed and unhappy by a single error that changed everything.By Paul Colaianni
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The Best Revenge: How Madeleine Black Turned Trauma into Triumph
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38:57"It's never too late to find your voice so that you can heal and live your best life." What happens when a 13-year-old girl's life is shattered by unimaginable violence, yet she emerges decades later as a beacon of hope and healing? My guest today, Madeleine Black, embodies the profound truth that it's not what happens to us, but how we choose to r…
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EP 219: The Body Story That's Keeping You Trapped with Poor Body Image (+ How to Change It & Write Your Next Chapter!)
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21:55In this episode, Lindsey speaks directly to the exhausted high-achieving woman, who's spent decades restricting food and over-exercising while trying to lead in every area of life. Drawing from her personal recovery from anorexia and years of coaching experience, Lindsey helps you understand how your "body story" - those deep-rooted messages about …
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Love & Rage - What Did You Inherit and What Are You Choosing
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48:15Love & Rage — What Did You Inherit and What Are You Choosing? This is our first video upload. Let us know what you think! Should we do more videos? How do we honor our rage without becoming who harmed us? In this episode of Rich Queer Aunties, we talk about love and rage, what we inherited, what we’re choosing instead, and how we’re learning to hol…
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I've decided it will be helpful for me to practice forgiveness. The Story in My Head about forgiveness is a long one and I'm working to sort it all out. Today's quickie is the second part of my story...my journey towards forgiving myself and others. forgiveness, amends, relationships, self care, transformation, healing, grief, addiction, change, ma…
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EP 218: Recovery Is Like a Roller Coaster ~ Why the Scary Parts Actually Mean You’re on the Right Track 🎢
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20:32In this powerful episode, Lindsey shares a weekend experience with her son that completely reframes what recovery success looks like. Using the analogy of a terrifying roller coaster ride, she challenges the myth that recovery should feel comfortable and reveals why the hardest moments might actually be where the most important healing happens. If …
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How to Let Go, Move On, and Never Look Back
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36:29We’ve all heard it: you have to forgive to move on. But what if that’s not true? In this episode, Jillian challenges one of the most commonly held beliefs in the self-help and spiritual world: that forgiveness is required for healing. She unpacks what it really means to let go, move on, and find peace—without having to forgive someone who hurt you.…
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Our inner critic can be our own worst enemy. Knowing where that voice comes from and if what it's saying is actually true can mean the difference between your happiness and your sanity - hopefully you get to keep both!By Paul Colaianni
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How to Master Self-Intimacy: The 'Into-Me-See' Method for Authentic Living
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14:48"What if the most profound form of intimacy isn't about being with another, but it's about being fully present and rigorously honest with yourself?" Today, I invite you to explore a different kind of intimacy – the profound connection you can cultivate with yourself. Playing on the word "intimacy" as "Into-Me-See," I share how true self-knowledge b…
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EP 217.5: What’s Your Recovery Spirit Animal? Listen to This Fav, Then Take My FREE Recovery Quiz to Help Jumpstart Your Healing Journey 🦁
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17:09Recovery isn't one-size-fits-all, and neither are you! Just like animals in the wild, each of us has a unique way of navigating challenges and finding strength. In today's episode, I share how discovering my spirit animal (hello, turtle energy!) transformed my approach to recovery and gave me the hope I desperately needed. Take the FREE Recovery Sp…
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I've decided it will be helpful for me to practice forgiveness. The Story in My Head poses a lot of questions about forgiveness. Today's quickie is the first part of my story...my journey towards forgiving myself and others. forgiveness, amends, relationships, self care, transformation, healing, grief, addiction, change, marriage, parenting…
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EP 217: From Ankle-Deep to ALL IN ~ The #1 Question to Ask Yourself to Find the Courage to Fully Commit to Your Recovery
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17:16In this powerful episode of the Her Best Self podcast, Lindsey explores what it truly means to go ALL IN on your recovery journey. Inspired by a church sermon on faith, she unpacks the different levels of commitment in recovery—from ankle-deep hesitation to full blown surrender—and challenges you to identify where you're holding back. If you're tir…
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Never Chase Anyone: You Can't Convince Someone to Love You
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34:43Trying to convince someone to love you is one of the most painful patterns to get stuck in—and it can quietly destroy your mental health. In this episode, Jillian goes deep on the emotional toll of chasing love that isn’t mutual. She breaks down why connection isn’t enough, what real commitment looks like, and why settling for someone who’s one foo…
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Some people are a black hole of suck all your life then they're gone
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33:34The person who has been a toxic presence in my and my family's life has died. It's not necessarily a normal episode, but hopefully you'll gain something from it as I share the story and the lessons.By Paul Colaianni
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How to Let Go of Others' Opinions, Trust Your Inner Voice and Find Freedom
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15:37"Letting go is not about erasing memory. It's about loosening the grip on the belief that others' words define you." Welcome, I’d like to invite you to explore what "letting go" really means beyond the social media platitudes and catchy phrases. As someone who used to be frustrated by the vague advice to "just let it go," I understand how unhelpful…
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EP 216: When Healing Feels Messy & Impossible ~ Your Permission to Find Peace in the “Not Okay” Moments
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19:50In this powerful episode of Her Best SELF podcast, Lindsey shares why the messy, difficult moments in eating disorder recovery aren't signs of failure—they're actually where the deepest healing happens. If you've been beating yourself up for struggling, if recovery feels impossibly hard, or if you're wondering why you're not "further along," this e…
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Even as an adult, the Story in My Head still includes a longing for and at times a need for permission. Permission to act, to speak, to react, to change. At times I feel a desire for someone to offer permission for me to be me!!!! In this mid-week quickie I'm changing the Story in My Head by giving myself some permission. self care, self awareness,…
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EP 215.5: The 5 Biggest Pitfalls Sabotaging Your Eating Disorder Recovery (& How to Overcome Them) **Must Listen Fav!**
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17:12Sister, I literally cannot wait to share with you the 5 "D's".... What am I talking about? The 5 "D's" are what I believe are the BIGGEST challenges you will ever face as you navigate freedom from food & that 'crazy thinking' controlling your every day. ~ In today's replay, I discuss these 5 pitfalls, so that you can recognize where you may be stuc…
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Mel Robbins: How the Let Them Theory Can Heal Your Relationships
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1:18:29Jillian sits down with Mel Robbins to unpack the Let Them Theory — a mindset shift that helps you stop trying to control others and start focusing on your own emotional wellbeing. They explore how the urge to control often stems from stress and fear, and how letting go can actually lead to deeper healing, stronger boundaries, and more self-trust. I…
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Those who never follow through what they say they're going to do
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29:31Some people seem to be stuck in a cycle of promises and no follow-through. When is enough enough? Some people use delay after delay to get away with never having to follow through with anything. Those people usually never change.By Paul Colaianni
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EP 215: Why BMI is Total BS! The Scientific Truth About Body Mass Index & Numbers + How to Measure True Health📍
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14:20In this powerful episode of Her Best SELF podcast, we dismantle the widely misused BMI scale and reveal why this outdated measurement has no place in your recovery journey. Learn the problematic origins of BMI, the scientific evidence against its validity, and discover more meaningful ways to understand health and healing while navigating eating di…
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Forgiving Your Mother - A Mother's Day Invitation to Heal
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14:24Download your free companion resource to this episode here: Forgiving Your Mother Worksheet "Our mothers are often our first mirror. The way they spoke to us, touched us, showed up or did not show up leaves lasting imprints." Today, I explore the tender territory of mother-daughter relationships just in time for Mother's Day. Rather than focusing o…
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Pushing boundaries is part of human nature. It allows our curiosity to wonder and it encourages us to explore new things. We push boundaries to investigate the consequences and discover our limits. But when someone pushes MY boundaries? I get pissed! Today I'm working to have realistic expectations about my boundaries. People are gonna push them. S…
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EP 214.5: Some Rules are Meant to be Broken ~ Food Rules, Diet Rules, Bargaining NO MORE! Here is the Path to True Recovery & Freedom
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15:09Eleanor Roosevelt said, "Well behaved women rarely make history". Sis, it's time you make history! It's time to lay down those nagging thoughts about food that are controlling your life once & for all. In today’s of the podcast, I share with you many of the food rules I struggled with in my own personal path to freedom. I share how you can identify…
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As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, this episode explores one of the most destabilizing relationship dynamics: when a partner shuts down during conflict. Jillian coaches a listener through the emotional toll of being avoided and unpacks how this behavior impacts your mental health, sense of safety, and self-worth. With guidance on emotional r…
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What do you do when you ask a friend if they would like to be closer, but they say no? The ramifications on the friendship can be anywhere from nothing to complete disaster. Is there a way back to being friends after such an awkward event?By Paul Colaianni
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Your Worth Is Not Up for Debate: Breaking the Cycle of Seeking Validation
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22:05"When your self worth depends upon the approval of others, you give away your power." In today's episode, I dive deep into a struggle I know intimately well – the exhausting cycle of seeking external validation and approval from others. As someone who spent years over-performing, people-pleasing, and silencing my own needs just to earn a nod of app…
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