In this episode:

• Why this podcast was born out of restlessness
• How grief and joy can live side by side
• Why division affects us emotionally
• Why slowing down and telling the truth matters
• How real conversation helps us find our way back to ourselves

Chapters:
00:00 — The Birth of a Podcast Idea
03:14 — Navigating Personal Turmoil
06:12 — The Impact of Division and Disconnection
09:01 — The Need for Honest Conversations
11:49 — Embracing Restlessness and Seeking Clarity
12:18 — Engagement and Community Building

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Read the full blog-style show notes, links, and reflections from this episode here:

https://drloristevic.com/real-conversations/

Want to go deeper than the podcast?

Want to go deeper than the podcast? The REAL Conversation is my free monthly live gathering for women who want thoughtful, honest conversations about life, identity, relationships, caregiving, confidence, and what it means to live more truthfully.

https://drloristevic.com/real-womens-collective/

Are you a caregiver for somebody you love, particularly someone with dementia, and you feel overwhelmed and isolated? Consider joining our Online, live supportive community. We are here to share the journey with you.

https://drloristevic.com/caregiver-circle-membership/

This is not another podcast full of quick tips and polished advice. This is an invitation to something more honest than that.

Something happens when we stop pretending — when we put down the performance and start paying attention to what we actually know, feel, and need. Things begin to change.

Dr. Lori Stevic-Rust is a clinical health psychologist with over 40 years in the therapy room, and she's here for the hard parts of being human that we don't say out loud — and the courage it takes to live honestly in a complicated world.

If you're tired of faking it, pull up a chair. New episodes dropping May 12th.