Today, Jillian explores the profound and often painful experience of the dark night of the soul—a period of deep existential crisis triggered by major life changes such as breakups, loss, or a sense of stagnation. She breaks down the misconceptions around this challenging phase, explaining that it is not a punishment but a natural part of life’s evolution.
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Mar 9
Why We Stay Too Long in the Wrong Relationships with Sarah Shahi
Actress and author Sarah Shahi joins Jillian for an unfiltered conversation about heartbreak, childhood wounds, and the patterns that shape the way we love. Sarah shares the painful story of her upbringing, how it led her to chase emotionally unavailable partners, and the turning ... Show More
1h 2m
Mar 2
Why Your Relationship Feels Harder Than It Should
The biggest threat to your relationship might not be your communication — it might be the story you’re telling yourself. In this episode, Jillian explores how negative narratives, overthinking, and fear-based assumptions quietly turn partners into enemies and create resentment wh ... Show More
30m 57s
Feb 23
How To Heal Low Self-Worth and Anxious Attachment
What if the story you’ve been telling yourself — that you’re “too much,” too sensitive, or too difficult — was never actually true? In this listener call, Jillian helps a woman unpack a lifelong belief that she’s “too much” and shows how that story can follow you into adulthood—e ... Show More
1h 34m
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
35m 50s
Nov 2025
Nikki Boyer Learns to Let Go
<p>Nikki Boyer is probably best known for the podcast and Hulu series <em>Dying for Sex</em>, which follows her best friend, Molly, as she faces losing her life to cancer. But while Molly’s life was coming to an end, Nikki was trying to create a life. Nikki shares her story of th ... Show More
37m 2s
Jan 2025
429: Coping with the Cruel World & Enduring Heartbreak
<p>In this solo Q&A episode of the <strong>Hardcore Self Help Podcast</strong>, 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 ... Show More
29m 27s
Feb 2025
640. Your Word Is Your Reality
If you’ve ever been through a stretch season, you know it can be a wild ride. Maybe you’re in the middle of one right now. You might be healing from heartbreak, navigating a big career move or simply having a good-ole dark night of the soul. 3 months postpartum, Lindsey takes us ... Show More
9m 36s
Jun 2025
737. Stay Present In Your Own Story
In this insightful episode, Najwa Zebian, 4x best-selling author, speaker, and creator teaches us that embracing change has the power to enrich our lives. Najwa + Krista explore the nuances of loyalty, self-discovery, and the inspiration behind Najwa’s forthcoming book, The Only ... Show More
13m 16s
<p><strong>What if your patterns didn’t define you, but showed you EXACTLY where you can grow?</strong></p><p><strong>Why do we keep choosing the same people—even when we know better?</strong></p><p><strong>If you’ve felt luckless, stuck, or so far away from the loving partnershi ... Show More
