Can stress quietly erode your connection, intimacy, and presence with the people you love most?

In this powerful Part 2, Dr. Libby Weaver — bestselling author, nutritional biochemist, and creator of The Invisible Load — joins Dr. Katie Stirling to explore how chronic stress impacts our relationships, libido, and nervous system health.

Together, they unpack what happens when we live in a constant fight–flight–freeze state and share the practical, evidence-based tools to help you calm your body and reconnect with what matters most.

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Why constant fight-or-flight is damaging your body — and how to break free.

Are you constantly “on,” overwhelmed, or running on adrenaline? In this episode of Call Me Katie, Clinical Psychologist Dr. Katie Stirling sits down with nutritional biochemist and bestselling author Dr. Libby Weaver to explore what it really means to live in the red zone — and how to break the cycle.

You’ll learn:

- Signs you’re living in fight-or-flight

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Are we over-labeling normal relationship struggles — and what actually separates a psychopath, a narcissist, and an avoidant partner?

Clinical and educational psychologist Dr. Maika Steinborn joins Dr. Katie Stirling to clarify the most confused terms online and offer a practical, compassionate lens you can use in real life.

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Why do some relationships thrive while others fall apart?

In this episode, Family Lawyer and author (Live, Laugh, Find True Love) Sarah Intelligator shares the 6 Fail Factors she’s seen again and again in nearly two decades of divorce cases. From fundamental values and fear to foundation, family, fairy tales, and fixing, Sarah reveals the hidden patterns that cause couples to break down — and what it takes to build a relationship that lasts.

We explore:

- The #1 red flag most people ignore when dating

Whether you’re dating, in a long-term relationship, or reflecting after divorce, Sarah’s insights will help you avoid common pitfalls and choose love that lasts.

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Can the food on your plate transform your hormones, gut health, and even your mental wellbeing? 🌿

In this episode, I sit down with Brigid Titgemeier, MS, RDN, LD, IFNCP — Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian and founder of BeingBrigid. We explore the interconnectedness of blood sugar regulation, inflammation, and gut health, and how these elements influence women’s overall wellbeing.

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In Part 2 of my conversation with Rachel Samson and Dr. Jessie Stern, we explore how these patterns play out in relationships and what to do about them.

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Whether you’re in a romantic partnership, parenting, or navigating workplace dynamics, these tools will help you shift from me vs. you into us vs. the problem.

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Rachel Samson: @australianpsychologist

Dr. Jessie Stern: @drjessiestern 

📖 Get their book Beyond Difficult: https://www.readings.com.au/product/9781923046597/beyond-difficult--jessie-stern-rachel-samson--2025--9781923046597

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👉 This is Part 2 of our conversation. Don’t miss Part 1, where we explore how attachment, temperament and neurobiology shape the way we interact in relationships: https://youtu.be/HyqWEyCDorA

Why do two people experience the same situation so differently? And why does one person’s behavior feel “difficult” while another’s doesn’t?

In this episode of Call Me Katie, I’m joined by psychologists Rachel Samson (@australianpsychologist) and Dr. Jessie Stern (@drjessiestern), co-authors of Beyond Difficult. Together, we explore the unique ingredients that make us who we are — and why understanding these factors is key to transforming our relationships.

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This is Part 1 of our two-part series. Stay tuned for Episode 21, where we explore applying these insights to relationships, parenting, and navigating conflict.

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What happens when wellness becomes just another pressure to perform?

In this episode, I’m joined by nutritionist, mental health advocate, and Live Well, Be Well podcast host Sarah Ann Macklin for a powerful conversation about the ways the wellness industry may be doing more harm than good. We explore the line between health and obsession, how social media shapes our view of wellbeing, and what it actually looks like to live a life that feels good, not just looks good.

Whether you’re feeling burnt out from trying to "be healthy" or just want a more grounded, compassionate approach to wellness - this one's for you.

 We discuss:

•        The pressure to be “clean” and perfect

•        Performative wellness and social media

•        What people misunderstand about food, mood, and mental health

•        Where to start if you feel disconnected from your body

•        One wellness myth Sarah wishes we could all unlearn

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Ever felt like you and your partner are on different pages when it comes to sex?

You’re not alone — and you’re not doing it wrong.

In this episode, Licensed Psychologists and AASECT-Certified Sex Therapists Dr. Jennifer Vencill and Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy help us rethink everything we’ve been told about sexual desire. Whether you're the one who wants more sex, less sex, or just better sex — this conversation is for you.

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This episode is filled with expert insight and practical tools to help you build more connection, confidence, and compassion in your intimate life.

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📘 Grab their book Desire: An Inclusive Guide to Navigating Libido Differences in Relationships  https://drlaurenfogel.com/book

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What’s the one thing the world needs most?

This season, I asked every guest the same closing question:

“If you had a magic wand and could gift everyone on the planet one skill or piece of knowledge — what would it be?”

The answers were profound — sometimes simple, sometimes surprising, but always full of heart. In this special reflection episode, I bring together their wishes for a better world.

From therapists and psychologists to authors and wellness experts, these voices offer a collective reminder that small things — like empathy, courage, and connection — can spark real change.

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