Carlie's Couch

Is doing things for the haters or to prove people wrong a bad thing? This week on Carlie’s Couch, we explore the concept of letting naysayers fuel our dreams, how not to let our motivations be driven by others, and discuss ways to let go of the need to prove ourselves to others.

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What is discretion; and why do some people seem to have none? This week on Carlie’s Couch, we’re exploring the quiet superpower of discretion: knowing what to share, when to share it, and when to keep things to yourself. Whether it’s online oversharing, messy group chats, or telling too much too soon, a lack of discretion can cost you peace, privacy, and power. We’re unpacking how to practice it, why it matters, and how choosing silence can sometimes be the loudest move you make

Why do certain people get under your skin? This week on Carlie’s Couch, we’re talking about the idea that what triggers you in others might be reflecting something unresolved in yourself. From jealousy to judgement to comparison and discomfort; we unpack how dislike can be a powerful tool for self discovery. Tune in as we explore how to turn irritation into insight and walk through an exercise to better understand what your reactions are trying to show you about you

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You say you want to be successful, loved, and celebrated, but are you actually allowing yourself to be seen? This week on Carlie’s Couch, we’re unpacking the fear of being perceived, why so many of us hide our true selves, how it keeps us stuck, and what it looks like to finally stop shrinking. If you’ve been playing small, this one’s for you.

In this episode of Carlie’s Couch, we ask a big question: do the choices we make every day—what we eat, who we date, how we work—reflect how much we love ourselves? We talk about how self-love shows up (or doesn’t) in every area of life, and how taking stock of our patterns can reveal where we’re thriving and where we might want to choose better. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation on aligning your life with deeper self-respect and care.

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What’s the status of your mental health? How do you know when something is off or different with you? May is Mental Health Awareness month. This week on Carlie’s Couch, we discuss signs to pay attention to when you’re feeling off and our most impactful tools and tips to take care of y-o-u.

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Kegels aren't enough! Everyone should be paying attention to their pelvic floor. This week we speak with Dr. Josephine Duncan licensed pelvic floor physical therapist and founder of Functionally Flawless Design who merges her clinical expertise with her creative vision to empower others to thrive in both body and space. Follow her on socials, ask questions, and learn more about thriving physically and in your space at  ⁨@functionallyflawless⁩  and @functionallyflawlessdesign on IG.

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How do you know when you should take a pause? Life can be stressful, let’s add to our self-regulation toolkit. This week, Carlie & Lex discuss tips to notice when you’re dysregulated, how to build resilience, and breakdown Dr. Dan Siegel’s “flipping your lid” model for emotional regulation to help you get back to equilibrium.

This week on Carlie’s Couch, we’re unpacking the power of exposure, the difference between building courage and overwhelming yourself, and whether action can really quiet anxiety. Tune in for honest stories, surprising insights, and tools for moving from fear to freedom.

We’ve all been there — expecting more from someone who keeps letting us down. In this episode of Carlie’s Couch, we unpack why we keep ordering things that aren’t on the menu, what it reveals about our own needs, and how to start managing expectations with more clarity and compassion. Let’s talk about choosing peace over disappointment.

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