Love Your Brain

In today’s episode, we’re talking about fortune telling lies—the kind of lies people tell us about how they think our future will unfold. These often sound like:

“Because you are ____, you’ll never be able to ____.”

Sometimes they come from a place of care, but most often they are projections of someone else’s fear, doubt, or insecurity. And when we internalize them, they can plant seeds of fear that shape the way we move through life—even if those predictions never actually come true.

I’ll share a very personal story about how I was told I would one day lose my love for people if I pursued social work—a fortune telling lie that never came true. Instead, 20 years into the field, my love and respect for people has only grown deeper. But the fear that took root from believing that lie? That did affect me, in ways I only see clearly now.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The two types of lies we’re often told: lies about identity and lies about the future.

• How “fortune telling lies” can quietly shape your mindset and decisions.

• Why these lies usually say more about the person speaking them than about you.

• A story from my career in social work that shows how fear from a lie can take root—even when the prediction never comes true.

• A reframing practice you can use when someone speaks fear over your future.

Why This Matters:

When we absorb fortune telling lies, we often let fear steer our paths—sometimes in subtle but powerful ways. But when we learn to recognize these lies for what they are, we can release them, reclaim our energy, and move forward in alignment with our truth.

If you missed last week’s episode (Part 1 of the series), I encourage you to go back and listen. I shared how lies about identity—being told I was “too muscular” to be a ballerina or “too sensitive” for certain careers—shaped the course of my life. This week builds on that conversation and invites you to look at the lies spoken over your own future.

Many of us are walking around with a false narrative running in the background of our brains that’s negatively impacting how we see ourselves and our overall mental health. In this episode we are breaking down the two different categories of lies people often believe and how that impacts both identity and decision making. I also share two lies I believed from a young age and how it impacted a large part of how I showed up in the world into adulthood.

Highlights:

-How to identify beliefs that might not align with you or are no longer serving you

-How lies that we believe impact virtually every part of our lives

-How to find the positive in what might seem like a negative attribute

-How to use evidence to change your belief system

Welcome (or welcome back!) to the Love Your Brain podcast! 🎉 Today is a BIG day. I’ve been hinting at this for a while, and the moment has finally come — I’m sharing the exciting news I’ve been holding in:

👉 We’re launching an online community for Love Your Brain listeners!

This space has been born from your feedback, the real-life conversations we’ve had, and the overwhelming desire for a supportive, like-minded community to walk with on this journey of mental wellness. This isn’t just a chat space — it’s a place where we’ll grow, share tools, encourage each other, and learn how to love our brains more everyday.

🎧 In this episode, I’m sharing:

-The heart and vision behind our new community space

-A sneak peek into our brand-new podcast series: “The Lies I Believed”

This series is about challenging long-held, limiting beliefs that have shaped our lives in quiet but powerful ways — beliefs we didn’t even realize we were carrying. I’ll walk you through my own belief rewrites and invite you to explore yours too.

Why this matters:

Your beliefs are the silent blueprint of your life. If they’re not aligned with your truth, your experience of life can feel small, heavy, or disconnected. But change is possible — and we’re doing it together.

✨ Whether you’re new here or a long-time listener, now is the perfect time to join the Love Your Brain journey in a deeper way.

In this episode of the Love Your Brain podcast, we dive into the listener question related to how to stop late night snacking. We'll explore the underlying reasons behind this habit, offering insights into how our brains and bodies interact with food. We'll share practical advice on how to address the root causes of unnecessary eating, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection and emotional fulfillment.

Key Points:

The connection between late night snacking and emotional needs. How to identify the "itch" you're trying to scratch with food.

The role of human connection in eating habits.

Practical exercises to process emotions and reduce unnecessary eating.

The importance of self-inventory and building a positive relationship with oneself.

Join us next week for a new series and don't forget to leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!

It’s officially the two-week countdown until I announce something brand new and exciting for this podcast community—and trust me, you don’t want to miss it. Make sure you’re subscribed and on the so you’re the first to know!

But that’s not all…

In just two weeks, we’re also kicking off a brand-new series—one that’s going to be a little more vulnerable than usual for me. I have a feeling it’s going to hit home for a lot of you too.

Before we dive into all that, I’m circling back to a topic that just keeps coming up in your messages and episode requests.

Today, we’re talking about… decision-making, but specifically as it relates to career.

I get it. The mental tug-of-war, the “should I stay or should I go,” the endless ping-ponging between options… it’s exhausting. And let’s be honest—it’s quietly draining our time, energy, and joy more than we realize.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• What “decision-making limbo” actually does to your brain and energy levels

• Why the whole “Option A or Option B” mindset keeps us stuck

• The power of exploring “Option C” (or D, or E…)

• How our brains can’t always predict outcomes—and why that’s not a bad thing

• A tool to help you generate new paths forward (yes, we’re talking about ChatGPT!)

• Why your exhaustion might not be from work, but from work that drains your soul

• And how to begin designing a path that aligns with your real values—not just survival mode

If you’ve been paralyzed in indecision, this episode is a gentle but honest invitation to zoom out, get creative, and take your brain out of the tight grip of either/or thinking.

👀 HINT: What if the best option isn’t one you’ve even considered yet?

Hey friends — today’s episode is short, sweet, and straight from the heart. 💛

I felt led to share a gentle reminder that might go against everything we’re used to hearing: Doing less is not lazy. It’s actually powerful.

So much of what we talk about on this podcast revolves around doing — how to feel better, how to improve your brain, how to live a more aligned and productive life. And while those things are valuable, there’s another side to that coin we don’t talk about enough:

✨ The healing power of not doing.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why “doing nothing” gets such a bad rap in our culture

• How your value is not tied to your productivity

• What it looks like to experience life rather than rush through it

• The beautiful shift that happens when you give yourself permission to be instead of do

• A simple way to visualize what “doing less” could look like for you

• And… a little sneak peek at something new coming soon! 👀

If the idea of slowing down makes you a little uncomfortable — this one is especially for you.

Remember: You are valuable even if you don’t do a single thing today. Just being you is enough.

💌 Don’t forget to follow the podcast so you don’t miss what’s coming in the next few weeks — I’ve got something exciting in the works to help you bring more rest, reflection, and intention into your life.

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💬 Let’s Stay Connected:

If this episode spoke to you, send it to a friend who might need this reminder too. And tag me on social — I love hearing what’s landing with you. 🫶

@theloveyourbrainpodcast

Let’s be honest — most of us have a mental to-do list that never quits. That little voice reminding you to send that email, clean out the garage, or finally text Aunt Judy. Sound familiar?

In today’s episode, we’re diving into why a good old-fashioned brain dump might just be the reset your mind is craving. You’ll learn how the clutter in your head (think: mental junk drawer) is secretly draining your focus, energy, and even your sense of direction. But don’t worry — I’ve got you.

We’ll walk step-by-step through my favorite brain dump method — one that’s not only therapeutic but also super practical. You’ll learn how to:

Offload all the unresolved thoughts, tasks, and worries swirling in your head

Organize them into clear, color-coded categories

Identify what’s urgent, what’s meaningful, and what’s just noise

Turn big overwhelming goals into bite-sized, doable steps

Build trust with yourself by showing up for the stuff that really matters to you

Whether you treat this like a Sunday reset or a once-a-month mental detox, this tool is going to help you clean out that headspace and refocus your energy where it counts — on what matters to YOU.

Grab a pen, open a doc, or fire up that spreadsheet. Let’s get all those thoughts out of your head and into a plan. 🧠📝

Today’s episode is all about a concept you’ve probably heard tied to college kids — the gap year — but I’m flipping it on its head and making it make sense for midlife.

👀 Ever felt stuck in a rut, wondering if this is really all life has to offer?

⚡ Ever craved a reset but convinced yourself you couldn’t afford the time, money, or space to do it?

What if I told you a shorter, more intentional version — a Gap Quarter — could be the most transformative thing you ever do?

In this episode, I’m sharing:

Why the Gap Quarter is just as powerful at midlife as the traditional gap year is for 18-year-olds.

The science behind breaking from routine and why your brain needs novelty to grow.

How I personally planned, structured, and navigated my own Gap Quarter — including the surprising things I tried (hello, improv and modeling 👋).

Common fears and obstacles (money! responsibilities! time!) — and how to work through them.

The mindset shifts and practical tools that helped me reinvent how I see myself, my work, and my life.

Whether you’re burnt out, uninspired, or just feeling the pull for something more, this episode is your permission to pause, reflect, and reimagine what your next chapter could look like. 💫

🎧 Press play and hear how this 3-month experiment changed my confidence and my entire outlook — and why it might be exactly what you need too.

☂️ In this whimsical and uplifting episode, we explore what it means to embody the energy of Mary Poppins—the practically perfect blend of fun, magic, and grace.

Mary Poppins didn’t just care for the children; she transformed the entire family through her ability to bring joy, wonder, and playfulness to everyday life. And she did it all while keeping her poise and boundaries.

We’re breaking down how you can tap into this same energy to bring the magic to life and how we can use fun to grow and learn even as adults.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

The power of playfulness and imagination in adult life

Why fun is not frivolous—it’s transformative

How to hold both playfulness and structure at the same time

The importance of following the flow of life and unexpected adventure

How we can all let our magic shine through naturally

🎧 Tune in now to embrace your inner Mary Poppins and start sprinkling a little more magic, fun, and wonder into your everyday life.

In this episode, we dive into how your brain is like a machine—constantly processing the inputs (thoughts) you feed it and generating emotions as a result. If you’re stuck in a negative thought spiral, there is a way out—and it starts with understanding how your brain works.

You’ll learn how to:

• Recognize that your emotions are often the output of your thoughts.

• Identify the root of a negative thought.

• Intentionally choose a more positive, empowering belief to replace it.

• Shift your environment and daily habits to support your new mindset.

From the media you consume to the people you spend time with, every input matters. Tune in to learn how to make small, intentional changes that can lead to major emotional freedom.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

• Why your brain operates like a thought-emotion machine

• How negative thoughts trigger emotion spirals—and how to redirect them

• A step-by-step method to reprogram your thinking

📌 Key Takeaways:

1. Your thoughts create your feelings—change the thought, change the feeling.

2. Identify the root of your recurring negative thoughts.

3. Choose a positive thought you want to believe instead.

4. Reinforce the new belief by curating your environment—your people, media, and habits.