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This episode dives into the crucial differences between suicidal OCD and suicidal ideation—how to spot them, how to respond, and how to support yourself or a loved one with skill, compassion, and evidence-based care. 

Kimberley Quinlan and Chris Trondsen break down how to tell BDD apart from body image concerns, OCD, eating disorders, gender dysphoria, BFRBs, and more—plus the right treatment moves for each. 

BDD expert Chris Tronsden joins Kimberley to unpack how distorted perception and compulsive rituals drive Body Dysmorphic Disorder—and the evidence-based skills (perceptual retraining, BDD-specific ERP, CBT/ACT, and thoughtful medication) that actually help people reclaim connect ... Show More

If you have: been searching for the hidden keys to self-healing, challenging relationships, a stressed, fearful, or overactive nervous system, been suffering from long-covid, lost parents or a loved one, ... or if you have a general desire to empower yourself, this episode is pow ... Show More

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.Ever wonder why you feel calm one minute and spiraling the next?In this short episode, you'll learn how your nervous system i ... Show More

Do you ever feel trapped by your emotions, unable to break free from the weight of anxiety, fear, or past pain? In this special episode, Brendon Burchard teams up with Dr. Nicole Cain, a renowned expert in mental health and emotional healing, to help you discover how to unlock em ... Show More

In this episode, I explore emotional avoidance — what it looks like, why it shows up in women with high-functioning anxiety, and how it often ties back to childhood trauma.We also dive into how disconnection from your body keeps emotions stuck, and practical ways to notice and ge ... Show More

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.People pleasing might look like being kind, but inside relationships it slowly destroys trust, creates resentment, and enable ... Show More

In today's episode, Dr K. discusses why people feel the need to lie and manipulate, and how you can prepare yourself emotionally to defend against it. Check out more mental health resources here! https://bit.ly/3xsk6fE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad ... Show More

The subconscious mind holds deep-seated emotional issues that when not addressed manifests itself in various forms. The brain has its ability to send messages that in essence keeps you safe but in reality, blocks you from facing the reality head-on. This keeps reinforcing in you ... Show More

We’re living in a stressful time right now. In this powerful episode, I bring together three remarkable experts to dive deep into understanding and managing anxiety in our modern world. Mel Robbins shares her personal journey with anxiety and introduces groundbreaking perspective ... Show More

Have you ever wondered why, despite knowing everything about weight loss, you still can't stop obsessing over food and your body? Why do you feel stuck in a loop of control, restriction, and guilt—even when you “do everything right”? And you feel like something deeper is driving ... Show More

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.Always waiting for other people to change? That’s the fastest road to resentment and emotional chaos. In this episode Rebecca ... Show More