Inner Childish

Victoria is bringing you a special bonus episode in partnership with Maybelline New York to mark the end of Mental Health Awareness Month. Vic shares her journey in therapy, starting in college when she struggled with performance anxiety in volleyball and societal perceptions of mental health. Victoria highlights major breakthroughs, like understanding her focus on achievement and using therapy tools to manage negative thoughts. She shares how therapy has made her a better wife, friend, and daughter, teaching her acceptance and patience. Additionally, Victoria discusses the BRAVE steps from Maybelline's Brave Talk training for supporting loved ones with their mental health. Tune in to this special episode to hear Victoria’s honest and life-changing therapy journey, reframe the way you think about therapy, and get the encouragement you need to reach out for support. If you or someone you know is facing anxiety or depression, Maybelline New York offers free, confidential support. Text TOGETHER to 741741 or visit maybelline.com/bravetogether to learn more.

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Victoria catches up with the queen of confidence, Serena Kerrigan, the Latina content creator, media personality, and CEO of Let's Fucking Date (LFD), in this episode! Named to Forbes 30 Under 30 for Social Media in 2024, Serena has made a name for herself as a marketing expert, confidence coach, and dating guru. In this inspiring and uplifting girl chat, Serena reflects on her career journey since 2019—from quitting her journalism job to pitching her card games to Bad Bunny (while sick!), and shifting how she shows up online. She opens up about battling insecurities, handling online hate, embracing feminine energy in dating, and finding fulfillment in writing a movie. Victoria and Serena dive into some thought-provoking questions from Serena’s card game, leading to deeply meaningful reflections and light musings on their latest influencer purchases. Tune in for real, relatable advice on confidence, career moves, and ambition!

Listen to our last conversation: Serena Kerrigan - Confidence, Therapy, & Not Caring What People Think

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Follow Serena on Instagram: @serenakerrigan and TikTok: @serenakerrigan

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Get to know Kamie Crawford, the amazing hostess and model we all love, in this episode! From winning Miss Teen USA to hosting MTV’s “Catfish: The TV Show” and her podcast, Relationsh*t, Kamie talks about the power of the pivot and her relationship with success. She gets real about getting off birth control after 18 years, and how being featured in Sports Illustrated impacted her self image. Kamie also opens up about her mental health journey, going to therapy, and how processing childhood trauma has allowed her to thrive in adulthood. Vic and Kamie bond over their astrology signs, as well as their tendencies towards people-pleasing and not soaking in their success. Plus, Kamie dishes on what it’s like being the oldest daughter with five younger sisters, and entering her soft girl era with her current boyfriend. Tune in to hear Kamie’s story and get inspired to live authentically and work towards being your best self every day!

Website: kamiecrawford.com

Instagram: @kamiecrawford

TikTok: @kamiecrawford

Podcast: Relationshit

Photo credit: Cibelle Levi

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Victoria welcomes back the remarkable Jeffrey Saad, acclaimed chef, TV personality, and beacon of positivity, in this special re-release episode. Hear Jeff's inspiring journey of overcoming profound trauma following the tragic loss of his father, and learn how he built a life filled with gratitude and joy. From his supportive morning rituals to his profound belief in the power of gratitude, Jeff shares invaluable insights into personal growth, finding balance and unleashing positivity no matter your circumstances. Jeff breaks down each step of his daily routine, including Stoic philosophy and cold plunges, and shares how it contributes to his overall well-being. Plus, Jeff drops his secret to crafting the perfect scrambled egg, promising to upgrade your breakfast game! This heartwarming episode, one Victoria routinely comes back to, is being re-released in honor of Mental Health Awareness month. Don't miss the chance to rediscover its timeless wisdom and inspiring message!

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Today Vic is tackling the universal challenge of overcoming bad days. She provides practical tips and mindset shifts designed to transform a tough day into a more positive experience. Pull out your journal and discover Victoria’s "cup fillers list" for turning your day around, and walk away from this episode feeling supported with new tools to use when things get rough. Write down what resonates and add things that you know help add a glimmer to your day, and pull it out when you need it. Tune in for an uplifting guide to reclaiming your day, perfect for anyone needing a mental refresh!

This episode is brought to you by Nike, featuring their new Motiva shoe—specifically designed for comfort during your daily walks. Check out this latest release at nike.com to help step through whatever the day brings you. 

Episodes that promote happy thoughts:

Dr. Michael Gervais - Understanding Our Minds: How To Unlock Your Full Potential

The Art Of Happiness: How Jeffrey Saad Overcame Deep Trauma To Build A Life Of Joy

Eckhart Tolle: Essential Teachings Podcast

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To kick off Mental Health Awareness Month, Dr. Nicole Davis, retired 2x Olympian and medalist, post-doctoral fellow and celebrated high-performance coach, is back to chat about the realities of mental health disorders and high performance athletics. This episode tackles complex topics like how people develop bipolar and personality disorders, what fuels narcissistic personality disorder, and how to manage them. Nicole breaks down the essentials of emotional regulation, maintaining healthy boundaries, and how to support someone with a personality disorder without getting caught up in the belief that you can fix them or should have done more. She also sheds light on the pressures of being a high performance athlete, what healthy motivation looks like, and the importance of normalizing vulnerability and self-care in sports. Whether you're looking to better support yourself or someone you care about, or to build more resilience for life’s ebbs and flows, this episode has the validation and information you need to accept what is and move forward in a meaningful way.

Connect with Nicole:

Instagram: @nicolemdavis6

Website: pinnacle.pro

Related Episode:

Performance Anxiety: How To Manage It, Step Into “Flow State,” & Connect To Your WHY (Led By 2x Olympic Medalist Nicole Davis)

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From their 5th birthdays to 27th birthdays, Aubrey and Victoria have been there for each other through it all! In this episode with your fave besties, Aubs and Vic reflect on what it means to be turning 27. They open up about awkward past birthdays and overthinking invite lists to now feeling comfortable and confident in who they are and how they want to celebrate. Aubs asks Vic about what has changed for her from 25 to 27, the internal growth she’s experienced, and what advice she has for anyone still figuring it out in their mid-twenties. She also shares how her mental health journey has evolved over the last year and what goals feel supportive and productive for her in this season of life. You’ll also hear some cute stories from the girls about growing up together, and who has more baby fever! Tune in to celebrate getting older and wiser with your BFFs.

Related Episodes:

Introducing So Much To Say!

How To Cultivate Quality Friendships & Be A Better Friend with Danielle Bayard Jackson

a hard truth: you can’t save someone who doesn’t want to be saved

Read: A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle

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Maybelline: If you, or someone you know is experiencing anxiety or depression, Maybelline New York is funding free, confidential support: Text TOGETHER to 741741 or visit Maybelline.com/bravetogether to learn more.

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Dancing with the Stars professional dancers Daniella Karagach and Pasha Pashkov are on the pod (their first together!) to spill all the details on their journey from mastering the ballroom to mastering life together. We’ll dive into how Daniella's early ADHD diagnosis played a role in her dancing career and how Pasha’s love for competition shaped his. They're opening up about the mental hacks they use to overcome performance anxiety and develop their confidence on and off the stage. Plus, we’ll hear the super cute story of how they first started dating, what the audition process for Dancing with the Stars was really like and how they’ve built a strong foundation of trust in their relationship. And of course, they’ll share some sweet insights on navigating their newest and most exciting phase of life: parenthood. Whether you’re here for the behind-the-scenes insights on DWTS or the real-talk on relationships and pursuing your dreams, this episode has got you covered.

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Follow Daniella on Instagram: @daniellakaragach

Follow Pasha on Instagram: @pashapashkov

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Vic and Max are back to share game changing tips for effective communication in your relationship! They share their top two qualities about one another that helps them have great communication, navigate the ups and downs and different phases of their relationship and show up for and support each other. They walk through recent examples of disagreements and how they got through them, prioritizing self-awareness and understanding the other person’s perspective. Vic and Max also put together some guidelines for effective communication based on their personal habits that you can apply to have a stronger relationship and a few less problems! Max and Vic are truly couple goals, so tune in to hear their secrets to thriving in your relationship.

If you love this conversation you’ll also love…

Relationship Q&A (My advice on love, friends, and family...)

Eight Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love

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One of Victoria's friends and favorite chefs ever, Carissa Stanton aka @broccyourbody, is back on the pod to talk about her recent engagement, wedding planning and brand new, first ever cookbook, Seriously So Good, coming out on April 16th! Carissa is known for her delicious, easy, yummy, and fun recipes that are crowd pleasers through and through – especially for Vic and her husband, Max. Carissa & Victoria share their favorite recipes from the cookbook and of course, they chat all about her recent engagement! Hear the details about her uniquely her wedding plans, how she knew her fiance was the one, building confidence as an adult, and learning to embrace her anxiety without the assistance of medication for the first time in 15 years. If you loved her first episode on Real Pod, don’t miss out on this fun catch up episode full of quick, yummy recipe ideas and wise advice!

Preorder Carissa’s Cookbook: Seriously, So Good

Previous episode: How To End A Relationship & Do What's Right For You (Even When It's Really Hard!!) with Carissa Stanton aka BroccYourBody

Follow Carissa: @broccyourbody

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