Discontinued, Now What?!

Ever find yourself thinking, “Why am I so exhausted—and why can’t I remember what I walked into this room for?” I’ve been there, and it got me wondering about the connection between what we eat and how we feel.

In this episode of Discontinued, Now What?! I’m joined by Laurie Hammer, a functional nutritional therapy practitioner based in Algona, Iowa, and host of Take Back My Brain. Laurie shares her personal experience with bulimia, anxiety, and depression, and how that journey led her into functional nutrition.

We explore brain health, nervous system regulation, amino acid therapy, and women’s wellness, including the questions that come up around brain fog, fatigue, and perimenopause. Laurie explains her approach to nutritional support and discusses her work with clients through online consultations, as well as training practitioners.

From my perspective, this conversation brings us back to something I care deeply about: getting curious about our experiences, asking questions, and finding support as we move through life’s transitions.

Listen, share this episode with someone who’s been feeling overwhelmed, and let us know: What would you like to better understand about nutrition and brain health?

Connect with Laurie: Laurie Hammer
Find her on social media: @TakeBackMyBrain
Listen to her podcast: Take Back My Brain

This episode shares personal experiences and a guest’s perspectives for educational purposes. It does not establish amino acid supplements as treatments for mental health or neurological conditions. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting supplements or changing prescribed medication.

What if the goals you set earlier this year no longer fit the person you are today?

On this episode of Discontinued, Now What?!, I’m joined by Jamie Wareham for a conversation about the fall equinox, taking stock of the year, and permitting yourself to change direction. We talk about expectations, the pressure to keep pushing, finding space to think, and what it means to value your time and quality of life alongside your work.

If you’re navigating a life transition, feeling burned out, or wondering whether it’s time to let go of a goal, this conversation is for you. You don’t have to wait for a major wake-up call to ask:

Am I still happy doing what I’m doing?

Listen in, then share the episode with someone who could use a moment to pause and reflect. And tell us in the comments:

What’s your theme song for this season of life?

Grief is a lifelong journey—but the kind of support we need can change along the way.

In this episode of Discontinued, Now What?!, I sit down with Litsa Williams, MA, LCSW-C, co-founder of What’s Your Grief, for an honest and compassionate conversation about what grief really looks like—and why traditional therapy or support groups may not be the right fit for everyone.

What’s Your Grief was created by co-founders Litsa Williams, MA, LCSW-C, and Eleanor Haley, M.S., to make grief education and support more practical, accessible, creative, and relatable. While both women are behind this incredible resource, my conversation in this episode is specifically with Litsa.

We talk about intuitive and instrumental grieving styles, why grief is different from depression and trauma, and how an unexpected loss can completely disrupt the mental map we created for our future. Litsa also explains the importance of “grief humility”—recognizing that every person is the expert on their own loss.

We also explore grief secrets, guilt, shame, stigma, professional grief support, burnout, creative expression, and the small ways nature can help us reconnect with hope, curiosity, and even moments of joy.

If you’ve ever wondered why a grief tool helped you at one point but felt completely wrong at another—or if you’re supporting someone and don’t know what to say—this conversation is for you.

Because grief doesn’t need to be fixed, rushed, or carried perfectly. Sometimes, we need the right support for where we are right now.

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Guest Bio:

Litsa Williams, MA, LCSW-C, is the co-founder of the online grief organization What’s Your Grief. She’s a grief therapist with twenty years of experience working with sudden, traumatic, and disenfranchised losses as well as ambiguous grief. Drawing on personal and professional experience with grief, WYG was built as a resource offering concrete, accessible, and relatable support, founded on the values of psychoeducation and creative coping. It has grown to serve more than 5 million visitors each year. Litsa received her master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Maryland School of Social Work, as well as a master’s degree in Philosophy from the University of Warwick (UK). She co-authored the 2022 book What’s Your Grief: Lists to Help You Through Any Loss and has been interviewed as a grief expert for the Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, NPR, and New York Times.

Learn more about the resources, courses, webinars, professional training, and Griever Hub created by Litsa and Eleanor at whatsyourgrief.com.

You asked—and I’m answering!

In this quick Q&A episode of Discontinued, Now What?!, I’m answering questions submitted by listeners and sharing my honest thoughts, personal experiences, and a little perspective along the way.

It’s a short, candid conversation inspired by you.

Have a question you’d like me to answer in a future episode? Send it my way - I may feature it next!

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Additional information on topics discussed:

Phillip Walker Episode on Sound Healing

James Thomas Episode on Evolving Frequencies

Solgreggio Frequencies with Vicki Gould of Life Changing Energy

John Kabat-Zinn on Mindfulness and Meditation

Dr. Joe Dispenza on breathwork

What if the story keeping you stuck isn't actually true?

In this episode of Discontinued, Now What?!, Jamie and I get real about self-sabotage, fear, emotional triggers, difficult conversations, energy shifts, and learning how to trust yourself when you don't know what's coming next.

I open up about feeling emotionally heavy, my tendency to want to run when things get uncomfortable, and what I'm learning about creating a pause instead of immediately reacting or shutting down completely.

Because sometimes moving forward isn't about having the perfect answer. It's about giving yourself enough space to ask:

Is this actually true—or is this a story I've been telling myself?

We explore how fear can keep us inside what feels familiar, even when we know we're ready for something different. Listen as we share practical ways to interrupt that pattern, including:

• journaling
• changing your physical environment
• spending time in nature
• moving your body
• examining the evidence behind your thoughts
• visualization
• embracing energy practices

We also dive into manifestation, the Cancer New Moon, the spiritual practice of setting intentions, and one incredibly important reminder:

Do not base your future on your past.

Just because you haven't done something before doesn't mean you can't do it.

Maybe the answer isn't I can't.

Maybe it's simply:

I haven't done it YET!

This episode is for anyone navigating a life transition, feeling stuck, questioning their next chapter, working through self-doubt, or learning how to trust themselves again.

🎧 Listen now and ask yourself: What could change if you stopped using your past as proof of what's possible for your future?

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Need help getting a hold of your thoughts? Try my Clear Space Worksheet today!

What happens when fear disguises itself as logic—and the need for control keeps you stuck?

Stephanie and returning guest Jamie Wareham explore the messy process of finding clarity during grief, change and personal reinvention. They discuss comparison, self-sabotage, external expectations and the pressure to have your next chapter completely figured out.

Stephanie opens up about questioning whether formal education or hands-on grief and trauma work is the right path for her. Together, they explore the connection between science and spirituality, our need for community and the power of asking better questions instead of forcing immediate answers.

If you’re navigating loss, questioning your purpose or wondering what comes next, this conversation is your reminder: clarity is a process, your lived experience has value and practice makes progress.

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More information about Dr. Joe Dispenza

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There comes a point when the career that once fulfilled you no longer fits. The routines you've relied on stop working. The identity you've built begins to shift. The question becomes:

Now what?

In this deeply honest conversation, Stephanie and returning guest Jamie Wareham explore what happens when life forces you to pause, let go, and redefine success. Together they discuss grief, burnout, fear, financial uncertainty, self-worth, and the courage it takes to trust that your next chapter may look nothing like the last.

They also dive into the current Chiron in Taurus astrological transit and why so many people are questioning their careers, purpose, relationships with money, and personal identity. Whether you follow astrology or not, this episode is ultimately about learning to listen when life keeps nudging you toward something bigger.

If you've been feeling stuck, exhausted, disconnected from your work, or wondering why everything seems to be changing at once, this conversation is for you.

In this episode, we discuss:

• ​Navigating grief and unexpected life transitions
• ​Burnout and why success sometimes stops feeling fulfilling
• ​Trusting yourself during career changes and uncertainty
• ​The connection between self-worth and financial security
• ​Chiron in Taurus and what this astrology transit symbolizes
• ​Overcoming fear and scarcity mindset
• ​Finding purpose after loss
• ​Why your story may become your greatest gift
• ​Healing through authentic conversations
• ​Creating a life that aligns with who you're becoming
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Whether you're rebuilding after loss, considering a career pivot, healing from burnout, or searching for deeper meaning, remember this:

Sometimes what feels like the end is actually the beginning of becoming who you were always meant to be.

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No one tells you that grief changes careers.

In the beginning, grief's only job is survival. It helps you make it through the next breath, the next hour, the next day. But as time passes, grief doesn't disappear—it evolves. Its role shifts from simply helping you survive to quietly teaching you how to live again.

In this solo episode, Stephanie explores what happens when grief takes on a new assignment in our lives. From becoming a teacher of resilience and compassion to revealing what truly matters, grief has a way of reshaping our priorities, relationships, purpose, and identity.

If you've ever felt guilty for laughing again, wondered why your grief feels different than it did a year ago, or questioned who you're becoming after loss, this conversation is for you.

Grief may never clock out—but it doesn't have to remain the same employee forever.

Join Stephanie for an honest conversation about healing, growth, and learning to honor the people we love while continuing to build a meaningful life.

✨ Because healing isn't about moving on—it's about moving forward with love.

In this powerful episode of Discontinued, Now What?!, we explore the spiritual significance of the Full Blood Moon on March 3, 2026, and how its energy invites us to pause, reflect, and realign.

Joined by intuitive insights and angelic guidance, this conversation opens the door for those who are curious about connecting with angels—especially if you’ve ever wondered who to call on and why. We break down how to begin working with angel energy in a grounded, approachable way, offering simple practices like journaling, meditation, and intention-setting to help you feel supported and guided.

This episode is also a reminder that investing in yourself is not selfish—it’s necessary. Whether you're navigating grief, growth, or a season of transition, the Full Moon serves as a powerful energetic checkpoint to release what no longer serves you and step into your next chapter with clarity and trust.

✨ In this episode, we cover:

• The spiritual meaning of the Full Blood Moon and its emotional impact
• How to begin connecting with angels for guidance and support
• Simple rituals to deepen your intuition and self-awareness
• Why self-investment is key to healing, growth, and alignment

This episode is perfect for listeners interested in spiritual healing, angel guidance, moon cycles, self-growth, grief healing, and intuitive living.

📍Recorded on March 3, 2026

Recorded under the energy of the March 3rd full moon, this episode is a powerful reminder that the most important investment you’ll ever make is in yourself. We explore what it really means to pour back into your own growth—emotionally, spiritually, and even financially. The full moon invites release, clarity, and truth… and sometimes that truth is realizing you’ve been placing everyone else before you.

This conversation is your permission slip to shift that narrative, reclaim your worth, and start investing in the life you actually want.

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