My Inner Mind

My Inner Mind

By halliegracehmEducationSelf-Improvement
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My Inner Mind episodes

  • Let’s Talk Depression: What Your Mind Is Really Trying to Tell You

    Let’s Talk Depression

    In this episode, Hallie gets real about something she’s carried most of her life — depression. From therapy as a teenager to medication, masking with drinking and smoking, and the long road of figuring out what actually helps, this one is honest, raw, and necessary.

    Hallie revisits Brianna Wiest’s 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think and the ideas around what you create each day and the small moments of connection we overlook. She talks about the “big three” her therapists always came back to (eat, sleep, exercise), why those matter but aren’t the whole picture, and why connection and creativity have been just as healing for her.
    This episode is for anyone who knows what it feels like to push through while quietly falling apart.
    In this episode:
    — The “big three” her therapists always recommended — and what was missing
    — What masking pain looked like for Hallie
    — How creativity and community pulled her through
    — EMDR and somatic movement — things she wishes she’d known sooner
    — High functioning depression and the pressure to keep going
    — Why small moments of connection matter more than we think
    Mentioned: 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think by Brianna Wiest

     

    18 min
  • When Siblings Make It About Themselves… Wedding Drama Reaction
    On this Sunday Fun Day episode, I react to a sibling story that quickly turns into an emotional mess. A bride is preparing for her wedding when her sister asks to announce her pregnancy during the celebration — and things spiral from there.
    This episode dives into what happens when family members struggle to clearly identify and communicate their feelings. I share my honest reaction, unpack the emotional layers, and talk about boundaries, communication, and why sibling dynamics can get so complicated — especially during big life moments.
    If you’ve ever dealt with family tension, unspoken feelings, or awkward timing… this conversation is for you. 💭✨
    13 min
  • Resilience, Redefined
    We’ve been told that strength means holding on…that quitting is weakness and pushing through is the only way forward. But what if resilience looks different than we were taught?
    In this episode, we sit with a question that doesn’t have an easy answer: how do you know when to keep going, and when letting go is the brave thing? We explore what it really means to be resilient …. not as a force of will, but as an act of self-honesty. Because sometimes the most courageous thing you can do is recognize what no longer serves you, and choose yourself anyway.
    This one is for anyone who has ever mistaken endurance for strength, and is learning the difference.
    21 min
  • Meet Micah: Fun, Real, and Full of Life
    In this heartfelt get-to-know-you episode, Hallie sits down with her sister Micah for a candid conversation that feels like being a fly on the wall during a real sister chat. Hallie kicks things off with five fun questions to introduce Micah to the community, giving listeners a peek into who she is beyond just being Hallie’s sister.
    From there, the conversation shifts into something a little more practical and uplifting — Micah shares the simple, everyday things she personally does to brighten her day and keep her mindset in a good place. Think real, doable habits from a real person living a full life.
    The episode closes on a deeper note as the two sisters open up about resilience — what it actually looks like when you’re a wife, a mother, and someone with a whole lot on your plate. Micah gets honest about navigating the beautiful chaos of a full life, and together they explore what it means to keep showing up even when it’s hard.
    A warm, relatable, and genuinely inspiring listen — especially for anyone who’s ever felt like they’re doing it all and still trying to do it well.
    32 min
  • Saturday Reflection

    Is procrastination really about avoiding work -- or is it about avoiding decisions?

    In this grounding episode of My Sister's Closet, host Hallie takes a intentional Saturday pause to decompress after a heavy week and dives into one of the most reframing ideas she's encountered in Brianna Wiest's 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think.

    Topics covered: procrastination as emotional avoidance, what "I need space" really means in relationships, deflection vs decision making, processing grief and hard news, and why slowing down is sometimes the most productive thing you can do.

    A permission slip episode for anyone who needs to stop, breathe, and be honest about what they're really putting off.

    A sister podcast for women doing the honest inner work -- one Saturday at a time. 💜

    19 min
  • First Dates, Food Fails, and Empathy (ft. Libby)

    He ate her ramen. Then her dessert. Then said no when she asked for more food.

    In part two of Hallie and Libby's sister sessions, the two break down a wild Reddit first date story and somehow turn it into a masterclass on emotional intelligence, empathy, and first date safety.

    Topics covered: first date red flags, paying for yourself on dates, why movies are a terrible first date, the case for activity based dates, how to exit gracefully when things go wrong, first date safety planning for women, and how ghosting compares to honest communication.

    Plus Libby's full first date philosophy -- including why your exit plan matters as much as your outfit.

    A sister podcast for women who want real talk, real laughs, and advice from someone who has genuinely strong feelings about ramen etiquette. 💜

    40 min
  • Five Questions, Five Foods, and a Lot of Laughs

    Sister Libby has entered the chat -- and she came with opinions.

    In this fan favorite episode of My Sister's Closet, host Hallie is finally joined by her sister Libby for five get-to-know-you questions and a very passionate breakdown of five foods you should absolutely never order on a first date.

    Topics covered: lazy meal confessions, ridiculous childhood beliefs, the best and worst energy drinks, weird compliments from strangers, vibes as weather forecasts, and why soup wings and ribs will absolutely ruin your romantic evening.

    Plus Libby's number one green flag move when planning a date -- and why it matters more than the restaurant you pick.

    Warning: this episode contains strong feelings about bone-in wings, at least one embarrassing college story, and the world's most accurate weather forecast for a human personality.

    A sister podcast for women who want real talk, real laughs, and real advice -- served with a side of charcuterie. 

    38 min
  • Testing the Mic, Finding Myself

    Who are you beyond the experiences you've lived through -- and what happens when you stop boxing yourself in?

    In this live episode of My Sister's Closet, host Hallie tests the mic at her sister Libby's house and dives into two essays from Brianna Wiest's 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think.

    Topics covered: identity beyond your experiences, the difference between what is yours and who you are, why we can't heal just one part of ourselves, introspection and self awareness, and 20 signs you're actually doing better than you think.

    Featuring the line that stopped everything: life did not get easier. You got smarter.

    A sister podcast for women ready to look deeper than the surface and find out who's actually in there. 💜

    13 min
  • Making a Risky Turn: Reflections in the Luteal Phase

    Some weeks just hit different. And this is one of those episodes.

    In this honest bonus episode of My Sister's Closet, host Hallie records on the drive to her sister's house -- unpacking what it feels like to be in the middle of the luteal phase, seasonal depression season, and a full moon all at once while also doing the deep work of looking back at old patterns and deciding what to carry forward.

    Topics covered: the luteal phase and hormonal emotional shifts, seasonal depression, emotional regulation, breaking old patterns, the healing power of connection, and why self-care is a daily practice not a one time event.

    Plus a special preview -- sister Libby is joining next episode for a real, open hearted conversation about empathy and what sisterhood actually looks like up close.

    Featuring Hallie's best metaphor yet: your unprocessed emotions are a volcano. And we all know what happens when a volcano doesn't get to release.

    A sister podcast for women who are in the middle of it and still showing up anyway. 💜

    13 min

About My Inner Mind

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My Inner Mind is a space for honest conversations about life, growth, relationships, healing, community, and everything we carry along the way.