Life has a way of throwing unexpected curveballs: a sudden job loss, a relationship ending, a health crisis, or losing faith in something. These moments can leave us feeling overwhelmed, lost, and unsure of how to move forward. In this episode, Forrest and Dr. Rick explore a practical framework for navigating life's most challenging transitions. They break d ... Show More
Oct 6
The Psychology of Resentment: Over-Functioning, Repression, and Repair
Dr. Rick and Forrest explore the silent killer of relationships: resentment. They discuss resentment as a combination of perceived grievance (“I was wronged”) and helplessness (“and I can’t fix it”), before talking about how over-functioning and control tendencies can lead to res ... Show More
1h 18m
Sep 29
How to Believe in Yourself: Carl Rogers and Humanistic Psychology
Dr. Rick and Forrest explore humanistic psychology, the mid-20th century movement that redefined how therapists relate to clients. It challenged the pessimism of Freud and the mechanism of behaviorism, offering a more hopeful alternative: that our nature is fundamentally good, an ... Show More
1h 21m
Sep 22
AI Therapy Deep Dive: Can a Chatbot Be Your Therapist? w/ Dr. Nick Jacobson
AI chatbots may already be the largest providers of mental health services in the United States, raising big questions about safety, effectiveness, and oversight. Dr. Rick and Forrest are joined by Dr. Nick Jacobson to explore the risks and opportunities of AI therapy: Can a chat ... Show More
1h 25m
Jan 2025
426: How to Find Purpose and Not Regret Your Life with Jordan Grumet
In this inspiring episode of the Hardcore Self Help Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Jordan Grumet, a hospice director, author, and podcast host, to explore how we can transform our lives by embracing the concept of “little p purpose.” Dr. Grumet shares insights from his latest book, ... Show More
52m 33s
Jan 2025
190. Decision Making with Intention: 7 Powerful Questions to Ask Yourself When Making Decisions
In this episode, I share seven powerful questions you should ask yourself before making any big decision in life. Drawing from my personal experiences of rushed choices and life lessons, I explore how to align your decisions with your core values, tap into your intuition, and cho ... Show More
37m 51s
Jan 2025
429: Coping with the Cruel World & Enduring Heartbreak
In this solo Q&A episode of the Hardcore Self Help Podcast, I answer two deeply personal and important listener questions. The first comes from a trans man struggling with the impact of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, fear for his safety, and overwhelming feelings of hopelessness. We ta ... Show More
29m 27s
Aug 2024
706. This is How You Move Forward After Heartbreak
If you’re heartbroken right now, this episode is for you. This week, K+L discuss the psychological and physical impacts of ending a relationship. The girls are your personal guides through the process of feeling these intense emotions, creating healthy post-breakup routines, and ... Show More
37m 20s
Aug 1
Get Out of The Funk Before It Gets Worse With This Simple Therapy Tool: Help for Overwhelm, Overthinking and Burnout
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Feeling stuck in a FUNK in one or more areas of life? If you’re caught in a cycle of overthinking, emotional overwhelm, and z ... Show More
17m 35s
Sep 16
#287 When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned with Laura Behnke
In today’s episode, I’m talking to Laura Behnke, whose story is such a powerful example of resilience, hope, and what it means to build a meaningful life regardless of the “rules” we think we need to follow. Laura shares openly about not having her first real relationship until a ... Show More
56m 21s