You want to advocate for yourself more.
But you’re not sure how to do that.
You know you deserve to be heard, but finding the right words—and the confidence to say them—can be tough.
In this episode, I’ll show you 3 simple strategies to stand up for yourself.
Plus, I’ll reveal how to choose your battles wisely, the power of dropping disclaimers, and how ... Show More
Mar 3
Top 5 Communication Habits We’re Teaching Our Kids
In this episode, I’m sharing what Sierra and I try to do at home to help our kids learn how to talk through big feelings, conflict, and mistakes. Nothing perfect. Just real-life tools we come back to: apologizing when we miss it, teaching them to calm their body first, letting th ... Show More
33m 30s
Feb 17
The 3 Signs You’re Being Gaslit (And What to Do About It)
Gaslighting isn’t just a buzzword — it’s a real communication pattern that quietly distorts reality and leaves you questioning yourself. In this episode, I break down the three must-know signs you’re being gaslit, the subtle conversation shifts that give it away, and exactly what ... Show More
21m 14s
Aug 2025
275. How to Advocate for Yourself When Others Don’t Understand You
Feeling misunderstood is exhausting. When you’re worried about being too much or too hard to read, it’s easy to slip into performing instead of simply being yourself. And during summer, when social situations ramp up, that pressure to change or fit in can feel even heavier.In thi ... Show More
34m 29s
Feb 2025
How To Handle Difficult People & Take Back Your Peace and Power
<p>Today, you are getting research-backed strategies for handling difficult people. </p><p>In this episode, you will dive deep into how to respond to disrespect, gaslighting, and exactly what to say when someone tries to brush off their behavior with, “I was just joking.” </p><p> ... Show More
50m 21s
Jan 2025
S2 EP2 | Managing Stress- Let Them Stress You Out | The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins | The Messy Podcast
Welcome to Season 2, Episode 2 of The Messy Podcast!
In this episode, we dive into The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins, a powerful tool for managing stress and reclaiming your energy. While you can’t control others' actions, you absolutely control how you respond to them. This ... Show More
14m 32s
Jan 2025
S3 EP3 | How to Create the Best Friendships of Your Life | The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins | The Messy Podcast
Welcome to Season 3, Episode 3 of The Messy Podcast!
In this episode, we dive into how you can create the best adult friendships of your life, using the principles from The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins. Learn how to initiate connections, build strong communities, and let go of ... Show More
14m 35s
Oct 2025
How To Speak CLEARLY & Confidently Under Pressure
Ever find your mind going blank when all eyes are on you? Even with 10/10 expertise, if you can't communicate your ideas clearly under pressure, you're doing your hard work a disservice. In this episode, I’ll share a powerful 3-step framework to help you communicate with bulletpr ... Show More
9m 30s