Dr. Rick and Forrest begin the mailbag by exploring limerence – an obsessive form of romantic attraction – and offer practical recommendations for working with one-sided infatuation. They then discuss what to do when romantic vulnerability feels unsafe, and how we can rebuild trust in others after traumatic experiences. The episode also tackles managing care ... Show More
Jul 14
The Freeze Response, Gifted Kid Syndrome, and BPD: July Mailbag
Dr. Rick and Forrest answer listener questions about perfectionism, performance anxiety, trauma, and relationships. They explore how early praise for being “gifted” can create a fear of failure and contribute to “failure to launch,” and share ways to shift from focusing on an ide ... Show More
1h 19m
Jul 7
How Real Change Happens with Elizabeth Ferreira
Forrest is joined by associate therapist Elizabeth Ferreira to discuss parts work, psychological defenses, and how real change happens. They talk about the inner child work Forrest recently did during an episode with renowned therapist Terry Real, and how that led to meaningful c ... Show More
1h 11m
Jun 30
Why Modern Life Doesn't Make Us Happy, and How to Fix It with Dr. William von Hippel
Life today is safer and more comfortable than ever before, so why do so many people feel unhappy, lonely, and anxious? Forrest talks with evolutionary psychologist Dr. William von Hippel about this paradox in light of our two core needs: autonomy and connection. He argues that mo ... Show More
1h 31m
Apr 2023
229: Treating Love Addiction with Dr. Cortney Warren
A lot of people go through an experience where they fall madly in love with someone, they crave them, and they want to be with them. There's this addictive nature of romantic love. And then for whatever reason, it doesn't work and you break up. Now, what? That being said, falling ... Show More
50m 18s
Mar 2025
Jay Shetty: Why You Keep Settling for Less—And How to Finally Break Free | PT 2
Continuing the deep dive into understanding and cultivating self-worth, Lisa Bilyeu and Jay Shetty explore the transformative journey of self-discovery and growth. In this segment, they tackle the often blurred lines between intuition and insecurity, and discuss how personal hist ... Show More
51m 14s
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
Aug 2024
#363 Triggers, Letting Go of Other People’s Opinions with Jen Johannsen, DDS
Send us a textThis week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with the incredible Dr. Jen Johannsen. Jen is a dentist by trade, but she’s also a self-development nerd with a passion for financial, time, and emotional freedom. Join us as we dive into he ... Show More
40m 42s
Mar 2025
7 Signs He’ll Never Commit (And What to Do About It) | Lisa Bilyeu (Fan Fav)
Fan Favorite: This episode originally aired on June 1, 2022. What up, homies! It's your girl Lisa Bilyeu, and welcome back to the Women of Impact podcast, where we're diving deep into relationships and coming out the other side stronger than ever. Today, we're tackling those ques ... Show More
49m 10s
Aug 2024
#397: How to Know When It’s Time to Leave a Job or a Relationship
In this episode, I address listener questions during a live Q&A session, where I dive into the topics of navigating toxic relationships, making career transitions to pursue passions, and coping with breakups by embracing the concept of a sacred pause. I talk about the importance ... Show More
24m 4s