At the Expense of Ourselves | DITCH™ Podcast

Why do we hand over our power to everyone else? We treat doctors, therapists, diets, bosses, even Instagram like they’re the experts on our lives. Meanwhile, we stop listening to the only voice that matters — our own. This episode of DITCH™ takes on the fine line between true responsibility (getting up, drinking water, taking care of yourself) and false responsibility — the endless habits, routines, and “handovers” that keep us dependent and chained.

It’s time to separate what actually feeds you from what only feeds the system. No new year required. No permission slips needed. Just one small step to take your power back — starting now.  

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DITCH the Old Story Listening to the Voice Inside | DITCH™ the Shrink

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Why Do We Trust Therapy More Than Ourselves? | DITCH™ the Shrink

This is DITCH™ the Shrink — the conversation that calls out what nobody else will. I’m Crush, and today we’re asking: why do we trust therapy more than we trust ourselves? From the desperate first day we walked into therapy, to the glow of validation, to the Whisper Phase where that quiet inner voice says, maybe you already know enough — this episode digs into the question that could change how you see yourself. Therapy isn’t the enemy, but staying stuck in it forever might be. Keywords 



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7 Proof Points You’re Already Stronger Than You Think | DITCH™ the Shrink

In this episode of DITCH the Shrink, we walk through seven Proof Points — seven everyday signs that you’re already standing in your own power. Keep these reminders close. I’ve created a free downloadable sheet with all seven Proof Points. Look for that on YouTube.

You can save it to your phone, keep it in your email, or stick it on your fridge — wherever you’ll see it when you need it most. And I’d love to hear from you.

My email is listed right on the DITCH the Shrink channel.

Write to me, let me know your story, and let’s start talking about your power.

Thank you for being here with me, for showing up for yourself, and for being part of the DITCH family.

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Why Therapy Didn’t Fix Me (and What Finally Did) | DITCH™ Podcast 

Therapy kept me stuck in the loop — talking about pain instead of actually rewiring it. In this episode of the DITCH™ podcast, I share the truth about why therapy didn’t fix me, what finally shifted everything, and a Quick Override™ tool you can use right now to stop panic in its tracks. If you’ve ever felt like healing is endless and you’re tired of being “fixed,” this one’s for you. You’re not broken. You don’t need to be fixed. You just need to be free.

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The Seduction of Simple: Why We Stay Stuck in Therapy (and How to Break Free)

Sometimes we confuse simplicity with stagnation. We call it autopilot. We keep showing up — to therapy, to routines, to obligations — long after they’ve stopped serving us. Why? Because it feels safe. Because it feels easier than asking the hard question: Do I even want to be here? In this episode of DITCH™ the SHRINK, we explore why quitting therapy (or any long-standing habit) feels like stepping into the desert alone, why society labels you a “quitter” for walking away, and why we ignore the very intuition that’s trying to set us free. If you’ve ever wondered why change feels terrifying, or why you keep showing up out of obligation instead of growth, this one’s for you.

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When Therapy Becomes a Habit – DITCH™ the SHRINK

Therapy can save lives, but it can also turn into a habit — a safe loop that feels like progress without real change. In this episode, we get honest about the costs of staying stuck in the therapy habit, how it shapes your identity, and how to step back without stepping away.

You’ll learn how to audit your healing, demand action instead of autopilot, and reclaim your growth.




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Stop Fixing Yourself to Fit In: How to Pivot Toward the Life That Fits You – DITCH™ the Shrink 

In this powerful episode of DITCH the Shrink, Crusher, your Mind–Body Coach, takes you deep into the subtle ways self-improvement can go sideways — when the skills you’ve built to help yourself end up keeping you stuck in places that drain you. You’ll explore the real costs of adapting to fit environments that aren’t built for you, how to recognize when healthy growth turns into self-erasure, and the pivotal shift that can bring your life back into alignment.

Sensitive, relatable, and packed with real-life connection points, this episode isn’t just about recognizing the problem — it’s about reclaiming your energy, your self-trust, and your life. 

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When It’s Time to Stop Being “Fixed”— Breaking the Therapy Loop — DITCH™ the SHRINK

Are you still in therapy because it’s helping… or because you’re afraid to leave?

In this episode of DITCH the SHRINK, Crusher dives deep into the fears that keep us in the endless therapy loop — from losing momentum, to judgment from friends and family, to the quiet guilt of feeling like you’re disappointing your therapist. We’ll also explore how wellness culture subtly encourages never-ending work, and why self-improvement often comes with an unspoken “forever contract.” If you’ve been wondering whether you’re truly working on yourself or just keeping the appointment, this is your invitation to pause, reflect, and reclaim your self-trust.

Upcoming episode: How to test your own self-healing in a way that’s real, meaningful, and not just another loop.

DITCH™ the SHRINK is the podcast for people who are done being “fixed” and ready to live the life all that work was meant to prepare them for. 







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Quick Override™: Reset Your Hypervigilant Nervous System 

This is a nervous system override for anyone caught in hypervigilance.

If you’re constantly scanning, anticipating danger, or trying to manage people’s moods — your system is on high alert. In this episode, I guide you through a 2-minute somatic tool that pulls you back into safety — no therapist required.

Use it anywhere. No prep, no fluff.

This is what real regulation feels like. — All by yourself.

You need an override. #QuickOverride #DITCH™ #DITCHtheSHRINK

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