Some people reach out and say they miss you—but what they really miss is the way you carried their chaos, softened their edges, or stabilized their emotions. In this episode, we break down the hidden truth behind ‘I miss you’ and why it can leave you feeling both needed and invisible. Learn how to recognize the difference between being loved for who you are versus being relied on for what you provide, and how to reclaim your energy without guilt.

Some people reach out and say they miss you—but what they really miss is the way you carried their chaos, softened their edges, or stabilized their emotions. In this episode, we break down the hidden truth behind ‘I miss you’ and why it can leave you feeling both needed and invisible. Learn how to recognize the difference between being loved for who you are versus being relied on for what you provide, and how to reclaim your energy without guilt.

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Rise above it all, stay elevated, create the infinity; Up your You.The Bird Brain podcast is a fresh take on Mental Health, self awareness, self love, and self reflection delivered in a way that feels more like a conversation with a good friend than a daunting task assigned by a teacher. It's about having a "Bird's eye-view" on very common experiences and using practical tools to shift your mindset to develop a healthier love and appreciation for yourself.Join host Isaiah as he discusses common topics from relationship dynamics to trauma pulling from his own experiences and expertise to deliver a digestible and impactful experience.But there's more...If mental health isn't your thing, there's a horror sub-chapter, the "Night owl" featuring original short horror stories written by Isaiah and narrated by himself and other actors.Not one to miss.Take flight.

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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-birdbrain-podcast/subscribe Rise above it all, stay elevated, create the infinity; Up your You. The Bird Brain podcast is a fresh take on Mental Health, self awareness, self love, and self reflection delivered in a way that feels more like a conversation with a good friend than a daunting task assigned by a teacher. It's about having a "Bird's eye-view" on very common experiences and using practical tools to shift your mindset to develop a healthier love and appreciation for yourself. Join host Isaiah as he discusses common topics from relationship dynamics to trauma pulling from his own experiences and expertise to deliver a digestible and impactful experience. But there's more... If mental health isn't your thing, there's a horror sub-chapter, the "Night owl" featuring original short horror stories written by Isaiah and narrated by himself and other actors. Not one to miss. Take flight.

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Rise above it all, stay elevated, create the infinity; Up your You.The Bird Brain podcast is a fresh take on Mental Health, self awareness, self love, and self reflection delivered in a way that feels more like a conversation with a good friend than a daunting task assigned by a teacher. It's about having a "Bird's eye-view" on very common experiences and using practical tools to shift your mindset to develop a healthier love and appreciation for yourself.Join host Isaiah as he discusses common topics from relationship dynamics to trauma pulling from his own experiences and expertise to deliver a digestible and impactful experience.But there's more...If mental health isn't your thing, there's a horror sub-chapter, the "Night owl" featuring original short horror stories written by Isaiah and narrated by himself and other actors.Not one to miss.Take flight.

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