A healthy workplace isn't one where everyone is happy 100% of the time—it's one where it's safe to say when things aren't okay. This episode breaks down how toxic positivity stifles growth, and how shifting toward genuine validation creates psychological safety. We are pulling insights from Whitney Goodman's Toxic Positivity and speaking with neurodiversity coach, Gaile, to unpack what it means to test the system and truly create change.

"Everything happens for a reason." "It could be worse!" "Smile!"

We’ve all heard these phrases, and if we’re being honest, we’ve probably all said them. But today, we’re calling out toxic positivity for what it really is: a giant band-aid on a broken bone.

Pulling insights from therapist Whitney Goodman’s groundbreaking book, Toxic Positivity, we're trashing the "good vibes only" mantra. Join us as we look at why forcing happiness backfires and how to embrace the full, messy spectrum of human emotions. Because sometimes, things just suck—and admitting that is the first step to actually healing.

This week we are joined by one of our oldest friends, Talia, for an honest conversation about living with agoraphobia. Together, we talk about what agoraphobia actually is, how it impacts daily life, common misconceptions, and the realities of navigating anxiety and fear in a world that often doesn't understand either. Through personal stories, laughter, and vulnerability, we explore the human side of agoraphobia and the importance of compassion, support, and connection.

Happy pride! In this episode we explore the intersection between gender fluidity and Neurodivergence. We also discuss the difference between sex and gender while shedding light on the mental heal crisis within different communities.

We wanted to introduce you all to our dad. He's a huge inspiration and role model for us now that we are older. We wanted to give you a better understanding of who we are and where we came from. We discuss our first experiences with anxiety, but we mostly just wanted to laugh along with our dad.

In this episode, we're talking about black-and-white thinking—that all-or-nothing mindset that can leave us feeling stuck, frustrated, or hard on ourselves. We explore how this way of thinking shows up in everyday life and share practical ways to find more flexibility, balance, and self-compassion.

In this episode of Blame it on the Brain, we're catching up, rambling a little, and unpacking the new biopic on THE biggest icon - The person who inspired the name of this podcast. We open up about how much he influenced us growing up, what it felt like seeing his story on screen, and some of the conversations around him possibly being on the spectrum.

A real and laid-back conversation about childhood identity, nostalgia, and how certain people can leave a lasting mark on the way we see ourselves and the world around us.

Transitions can feel overwhelming, especially during the New Year. This week on Blame it on the brain, we talk about coping with life transitions and rethinking New Year's resolutions with mental wellness in mind. We explore mindfulness, self-reflection, and sustainable goal setting while navigating change.

This week on Blame it on the Brain, we're breaking down masking - what it is, why we do it, and how it quietly shapes the way we show up in the world. A warm, honest conversation about survival strategies, self-awareness, and the first steps toward showing up as your real self.

After loss, love doesn't disappear - it changes shape. In this episode we welcome our first guest and BFF to join us as we share our experiences with grief, the passing of my grandfather, and the ways we try to stay connected to those who've gone before us.