I'm breaking down why we feel this pressure to be "easygoing," where the guilt comes from when we advocate for ourselves, and how to build emotional resilience.
Mar 12
304. 50 Years in This Nervous System: 10 More Lessons for Sensitive Women (Boundaries, Resentment & Choosing Yourself)
In episode 302, I shared the first 10 lessons I’ve learned from living 50 years with a sensitive nervous system.Today we’re continuing with the next 10.These lessons are about something I think many sensitive women struggle with: emotional adulthood.Many of us are technically adu ... Show More
11m 45s
Mar 5
303. The Real Reason Adult Friendships Feel So Hard
Many women say they want deeper friendships. They want their people — the women they can laugh with, text, and go for coffee or brunch with.But there’s a hidden pattern that quietly blocks connection.When we walk into rooms believing that nobody likes us, we become hyper-focused ... Show More
20m 6s
Feb 2020
42: Why Do I Binge When I Feel Shame
<p>In this episode, I will be discussing how shame that can start in childhood can impact your eating behaviors, self-confidence, and self-acceptance.</p> <p>Homework to journal about :</p> <p>Exercise:<br /> 1. Picture yourself at your family's dinner table. Ask yourself which ... Show More
17m 43s
Jul 2024
Be Bad, Better: How Not Trying So Hard Will Set You Free
Often we see so many traits & behaviors as directly tied to our morality - including those around how we look, feel, think and act. But journalist & author Rebecca Seal says many of the things we've been told are bad are actually just as useful as the good. Her latest book is cal ... Show More
55m 27s
May 2025
The REAL Reason Progress Isn't Making You Feel Better w Annalie Howling
🚨 Trigger Warning: This episode includes a discussion of self-harm. Please take care while listening. You’re doing everything right — checking the boxes, reaching your goals, and growing on paper. But deep down, something still feels off. Why doesn’t the progress stick? Why does ... Show More
53m 58s