Research shows that leaning into what you love and do best boosts your energy and confidence. But why do so many of us ignore our gifts? Often, it's the fear of failure or lack of support that holds us back. In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Duer and Dustin McNutt, owner of Risk Takers Collective, explore the importance of leaning into your strengths, building confidence, and using your gifts to make a meaningful impact. Discover how embracing your talents can transform your life and the lives of others.

What’s the difference between striving to do your best and feeling like nothing is ever good enough? In this chapter of Grace over the Grind, we break down the line between healthy excellence and perfectionism and how quickly one can turn into the other. While striving can motivate growth, perfectionism often comes with hidden costs, especially in our relationships. From unrealistic expectations to a lack of presence and burnout, we explore how the pressure to be perfect can affect how we connect with others and ourselves. This segment invites you to rethink what “doing your best” really means.

So many of us show up for others with patience, empathy, and understanding, but when it comes to ourselves, the tone shifts. Why is self-compassion so hard?

In this episode of Dishing with Dr. Duer, we unpack what self-compassion really is and why so many of us push beyond our limits in the name of productivity, excellence, or perfection. We explore the tension between striving for excellence and falling into perfectionism, and the real costs that come with it.

From burnout to self-criticism, we talk honestly about what happens when we withhold grace from ourselves, and how that impacts our relationships, work, and overall well-being. More importantly, we offer practical strategies to help you recognize when you need to extend grace to yourself, challenge unrealistic expectations, and begin building a healthier, more compassionate inner dialogue.

Joined by fellow counselor and colleague Sherri Treadway, this conversation is both grounding and empowering; a reminder that giving yourself grace isn’t selfishness, it’s necessary.

In a world of lip filler, lashes, weight-loss shots, and Brazilian butt lifts, it seems like everyone is chasing the next big glow-up. But what if the real glow-up has nothing to do with changing your body at all?

In this episode of Dishing with Dr. Duer, we’re talking about why self-love might just be the new BBL. Dr. Duer shares her own journey toward self-acceptance, including extreme dieting and obsessive workouts, and why that didn’t work. Together, we unpack how social media, comparison culture, and modern convenience have shifted our focus toward appearance rather than purpose.

We’ll explore what true self-love actually means (hint: it’s not self-obsession), why focusing on what your body is capable of can transform your confidence, and how embracing a little discomfort might be the key to reclaiming your happiest, healthiest self.

If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and felt like you weren’t enough, this conversation is for you. The real glow-up might not be changing your body; it might be changing your mindset.

In this insightful episode, Dr. Duer sits down with fellow counselor, Nacole Morgan, owner of Evergreen Counseling. They unravel the complexities of ADHD and explore the nuances of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), a condition often misunderstood yet increasingly recognized.

ADHD is not just occasional forgetfulness or disorganization; it’s a persistent challenge that affects daily functioning. Both Dr. Duer and Nacole share personal stories that illustrate the impact of ADHD on family life and emphasize the importance of creating supportive environments for individuals with ADHD, no matter the age.

Whether you’re a parent, educator, spouse, or someone living with ADHD, this conversation will provide you with valuable perspectives and practical strategies.

Divorce is painful, complicated, and deeply personal. No two co-parenting stories look the same. In this episode of Dishing with Dr. Duer, we're talking about what it means to play the long game when it comes to co-parenting: prioritizing emotional safety, protecting childhood, and raising kids who feel secure even when family structures change.

Drawing from both personal experience and professional work, Dr. Duer and colleague Natali Rhymes discuss what worked, what didn't, and why flexibility, respect, and restraint matter more than being "right".

This conversation isn't about perfect co-parenting or fairy-tale outcomes. It is about doing the best you can with what you have and remembering that how you co-parent today shapes your child's relationships for years to come.

In this episode of "Dishing with Dr. Duer," Dr. Duer engages in a heartfelt conversation with her longtime friend Shannon Black about the importance of being present in our daily lives. They reflect on their personal experiences with distractions, FOMO, and priorities. The discussion delves into the concept of mindfulness, the significance of prioritizing what truly matters, with one main takeaway: Slow down, or you're going to miss it!

In this episode of Dishing with Dr. Duer, we discuss the transformative power of changing one's narrative to improve emotional well-being and life outcomes. Through personal anecdotes and practical examples, Dr. Duer emphasizes the importance of practicing the pause, challenging negative assumptions, and focusing on positive interpretations of situations. The conversation highlights how our inner monologue shapes our emotions and behaviors, ultimately influencing our interactions and experiences. Listeners are encouraged to take control of their narratives and write their own happy endings.

In this week’s episode of Dishing with Dr. Duer, Dr. Duer is joined by two people who bring real-life perspective to one of parenting’s hardest challenges: communication. Good friend and fellow mom, Jenni Saucier, and daughter Chloe (17) sit down for an honest, thoughtful conversation about navigating the often chaotic teen years.

Together, they explore what actually works when it comes to communicating with kids and teens, and what really doesn’t. They tackle the fine lines parents walk every day: being a friend versus being a parent, setting boundaries without losing connection, and balancing discipline with genuine care. With both a teen’s perspective and a parent’s lived experience at the table, this episode offers insight, reassurance, and a reminder that no one gets it perfect, and that’s okay.

If you’re trying to keep the lines of communication open while raising kind, capable, and resilient humans, this episode is for you.

Forget “New Year, New Me.” Let’s be honest, you’re still you, and that’s actually fantastic news. In this episode, Dr. Duer dishes out a refreshingly real take on resilience: what it actually looks like in the middle of life’s everyday chaos, and why bouncing back matters more than reinventing yourself every January.

We’ll talk about how the pressure to become a brand-new person every new year usually leaves us right back where we started. Instead of spiraling into shame for not transforming overnight, this episode explores how true resilience is about navigating hard things because life is hard, not because you’re doing anything wrong.

Join Dr. Duer as she breaks down how to shift from “new year, new me” to “new year, stronger me”, a mindset that honors progress, celebrates imperfection, and reminds you that resilience isn’t always glamorous, but it is powerful.