In this episode, Krista welcomes Dr. Ramani Durvasula, a licensed clinical psychologist famous for her expertise in narcissism. On a mission to educate the masses about this high-conflict personality type, Dr. Ramani hosts the popular Navigating Narcissism podcast and has written several books, including the forthcoming, It’s Not You, available for preorder ... Show More
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923. The Complexities of Friendship
In this episode, K+L sit down with Danielle Bayard Jackson, female friendship coach and educator who speaks nationally about the science of women’s platonic connections. Together, the trio uncovers the essential elements that make for deep, meaningful female friendships. Morning ... Show More
9m 4s
Mar 12
922. Difficult Conversations in Relationships
Entrepreneur, producer, best-selling author, public speaker, and host Lisa Bilyeu is here to tell you that anyone can radiate confidence! In this episode, Lisa shares her personal journey from feeling stuck and unconfident to becoming a downright business powerhouse. Morning Micr ... Show More
14m 40s
Mar 11
921. Birth Control as a Band-Aid
In this episode, Lindsey sits down with Nicole Jardim, certified women’s health coach, speaker, and author of Fix Your Period: 6 Weeks to Banish Bloating, Conquer Cramps, Manage Moodiness, and Ignite Lasting Hormone Balance, to dive into the intricate world of female hormonal hea ... Show More
12m 56s
May 2024
Overthinking About Narcissism
Is it just us, or does American culture have narcissism fever? Thanks to factors like the rise of therapyspeak, TikTok mental health diagnoses, and badly behaving reality stars-turned-world leaders, discourse about this buzzy, yet poorly understood phenomenon has exploded. Are we ... Show More
58m 20s
May 2025
100: Mailbag: An Embarrassment of Riches
<p>Abby, Patrick, and Dan mark one hundred episodes of Ordinary Unhappiness! They start by looking back on the show’s run so far, and what they’ve gotten from engaging with psychoanalysis as a living body of knowledge, as a corpus of classic texts, as a way of seeing the world, a ... Show More
1h 30m
Feb 2025
How to Create the Life You Want: Lessons From the #1 Happiness Researcher
<p>This episode is your playbook for a happier, more fulfilling, and more meaningful life. </p><p>Today, renowned researcher Dr. Judith Joseph, MD is here to share the simple, science-backed habits that will truly make your life better. </p><p>She is here to share her groundbreak ... Show More
1h 11m
Feb 2025
The Signs You're Dealing with a Narcissist: Dr. Ramani
Today, Jillian speaks with renowned narcissism expert Dr. Ramani to unpack the true meaning of narcissistic relationships and why the term is often misused. They explore the red flags, the psychological toll of these relationships, and why leaving can feel impossible. Dr. Ramani ... Show More
1h 7m
Jan 2025
How Do I Stop Being Such A People Pleaser?
JVN sits down with Kati Morton, a licensed therapist and bestselling author, to dive deep into the world of people-pleasing. Together, they unpack why people-pleasing isn’t just about being nice—it’s about discomfort with other people’s discomfort, and why it leaves so many of us ... Show More
51m 15s
Mar 2025
How Is Trauma Dumping Affecting My Relationships?
This week, JVN sits down with existential psychotherapist and author Dr. Sara Kuburic, widely recognized as the @Millennial.Therapist in Instagram, to delve into the phenomenon of "trauma dumping." We’re exploring the nuances between sharing personal experiences and overloading o ... Show More
41m 20s
Jan 2024
#101: The Epidemic of Disordered Eating & the Myth of Full Recovery with Cole Kazdin, Author of "What's Eating Us?"
Cole Kazdin, author of What's Eating Us: Women, Food, and the Epidemic of Body Anxiety, joins us to explore, what it would mean to truly be free of disordered eating. Not just the behaviors -- but the constant mental chatter, the critical voice, and the restrictive thoughts. We a ... Show More
1h 9m
Dec 2023
200 Episodes Later: A Journey Through Psychiatry with Dr. Puder
Join us today on the 200th episode of the podcast, as Dr. Puder sits down with Dr. Mark Mullen to discuss the podcast, answer some questions about his personal journey in psychiatry, and reflect on some of his favorite episodes. Dr. Mark Mullen is a 4th year psychiatry resident a ... Show More
1h 17m