Self-Help Junkie

Periods.

How much do you really know about it? I’ve had mine for 20 years now and it turns out, I know very little. Katelin Vincent is here to help us reconnect and understand ourselves better, physically and emotionally, with the help of Period Power by Maisie Hill.

You don't have to read the book but I would highly recommend it to everyone. 5/5 Erika Recommended!

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Key points discussed in this episode:

• The 4 seasons of your period cycle
• How to maximize your productivity and pleasure
• Involving your partner

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Guest - Katelin Vincent

https://www.yougogirlfriend.com.au/

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tiktok.com/@yougogirlfriend_

https://www.youtube.com/@yougogirlfriend_

www.linkedin.com/in/katelin-vincent-yougogirlfriend

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We made it on the Top 40 List of Self-Help Books podcasts! Check it out:

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Audio Engineer - Stevie IG @ stevie.au

Hosted, Produced and Arranged by Erika Ng: Bettersaid.org

Contact me @ selfhelpjunkiepod on IG, Twitter or Gmail

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Ever wondered why people have affairs?

Join me and Camila Espana in this last leg of our series on affairs with Esther Perel's State of Affairs as our guide! In this episode, we challenge common myths, debunk stereotypes, and explore the surprising dynamics behind affairs. Get ready for an eye-opening conversation on why relationships don't have to crumble in the face of infidelity.

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Key points discussed in this episode:

• No formula that leads to affairs
• Importance of emotional attunement
• The reason is whatever we choose to attach meaning to

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Guest - Camila Espana

Instagram - @newmoonpsychotherapy

Website - [email protected]

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We made it on the Top 40 List of Self-Help Books podcasts! Check it out:

https://blog.feedspot.com/self_help_book_podcasts/

Audio Engineer - Stevie IG @ stevie.au

Hosted, Produced and Arranged by Erika Ng: Bettersaid.org

Contact me @ selfhelpjunkiepod on IG, Twitter or Gmail

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If you’ve heard of gaslighting, you’ll want to tune in for this one.

Stephany Ann, a practitioner of EFT, is here to share her journey of healing after tumultuous relationships with a narcissistic and violent partner. She’s brought along Why Did He Do That?: Inside the Minds of Angry and Controlling Men by Lundy Bancroft to help us better understand how to identify and recognize abusive behavior.

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Key points discussed in this episode:

• Shifting from victimhood to empowerment
• Recognizing red flags in relationships
• Breaking patterns and shifting perspectives

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Guest - Stephany Ann

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephany-ann-369a01293?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092716308108&mibextid=LQQJ4d

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We made it on the Top 40 List of Self-Help Books podcasts! Check it out:

https://blog.feedspot.com/self_help_book_podcasts/

Audio Engineer - Stevie IG @ stevie.au

Hosted, Produced and Arranged by Erika Ng: Bettersaid.org

Contact me @ selfhelpjunkiepod on IG, Twitter or Gmail

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How do you start trusting your partner after they have shattered it into a million little pieces?

Kate Conwell started with learning to establish boundaries within her marriage and 10 years after the infidelity, she’s got some insights to share. Join us as we pour over “Good Boundaries and Goodbyes” by Lysa Teurkurst and find out how we can rebuild.

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Key points discussed in this episode:

• How to find clarity in your decision
• Good boundaries to have for him & for her
• Practical language to set up for success

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Guest - Kate Conwell

Website: https://www.journeybeyondbetrayal.com

Instagram: @journeybeyondbetrayal

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/journeybeyondbetrayal/

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We made it on the Top 40 List of Self-Help Books podcasts! Check it out:

https://blog.feedspot.com/self_help_book_podcasts/

Audio Engineer - Stevie IG @ stevie.au

Hosted, Produced and Arranged by Erika Ng: Bettersaid.org

Contact me @ selfhelpjunkiepod on IG, Twitter or Gmail

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Cheating. Infidelity. An affair.

However you package it, betrayal cuts deep. In this episode, Vanessa Cardenas shares her personal story and offers invaluable advice not only for recovery but also for thriving after such profound betrayal. Edith Eger's "The Gift: 14 Lessons to Save Your Life" is also here to guide us, but rest assured, you don't have to read it to dig deep and gain insight from this episode.

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Key points discussed in this episode:

• Not taking the betrayal personally
• 3 things to keep in mind while going through betrayal
• Having the right support around you

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Guest - Vanessa Cardenas

https://www.UnderstandingEar.com

https://www.instagram.com/trusted_advisor_for_betrayal/

https://www.facebook.com/UnderstandingEar

Her book: Dealing with the Devastation of Your Partner's Betrayal

https://amzn.to/43ayrIy

https://amzn.to/3N1V4cw

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We made it on the Top 40 List of Self-Help Books podcasts! Check it out:

https://blog.feedspot.com/self_help_book_podcasts/

Audio Engineer - Stevie IG @ stevie.au

Hosted, Produced and Arranged by Erika Ng: Bettersaid.org

Contact me @ selfhelpjunkiepod on IG, Twitter or Gmail

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Travelling is stressful so what can you learn after traveling together for 10 years? Imani and John are back to give us their tips and lessons learned.

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Key points discussed in this episode:

• How to plan and decision make on the road
• Melding travel preferences and interests
• Making and keeping memories!

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Guests:

Imani Ifedi

https://www.instagram.com/imaniifedi/

https://samenewlove.com/

https://www.instagram.com/samenew_love/

John Hyde

https://www.instagram.com/john.t.hyde/

We made it on the Top 40 List of Self-Help Books podcasts! Check it out:

https://blog.feedspot.com/self_help_book_podcasts/

Audio Engineer - Stevie IG @ stevie.au

Hosted, Produced and Arranged by Erika Ng: Bettersaid.org

Contact me @ selfhelpjunkiepod on IG, Twitter or Gmail

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What does it take to travel well together? For Jake and Anika, it’s all about compatibility. Join us for a 2 part series that examines two couples and their travel methods.

Jake and Anika represent our new couple who specialize in slow travel.

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Key points we covered:

• Travel compatibility
• Equal division of planning and budgeting
• Happiness in simplicity

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Guest - Jake and Anika

They don’t want you to find them 😛

Audio Engineer - Stevie IG @ stevie.au

Hosted, Produced and Arranged by Erika Ng: Bettersaid.org

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Turn your pleasure into accessing your subconscious. Dr. Joli Hamilton is back to share the little-talked about the topic of orgasmic imagination. She shares this delicious activity using her own experiences and those of her clients!

No self-help book this week, but plenty to learn!

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Key points discussed in this episode:

• Explore inner desires through mental imagery
• Imagery does NOT have to be sexual
• Freedom from sexual shame

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Guest - Dr. Joli Hamilton

www.jolihamilton.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjoli_hamilton/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drjoli_hamilton?lang=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8_u_0Z6omnIJKqklSNVVw

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joli-hamilton-phd/

Facebook business: https://www.facebook.com/jolidepthpsych

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.joli.hamilton/

Audio Engineer - Stevie IG @ stevie.au

Hosted, Produced and Arranged by Erika Ng: Bettersaid.org

Contact me @ selfhelpjunkiepod on IG, Twitter or Gmail

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Burnout in the dating game is inevitable… or is it?

Grace Lee, dating coach and former matchmaker is here to help us fall in love with dating again and see it for what it is, a time for exploration without any responsibility for another person. No book this week, just an excellent conversation. Erika recommended 5/5!

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Key points discussed in this episode:

• Finding joy in the process rather than FOMO
• Having a good first date
• Relationships: Expectation vs Reality

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Guest - Grace Lee

IG: @agoodfirstdate

www.agoodfirstdate.com

We made it on the Top 40 List of Self-Help Books podcasts! Check it out:

https://blog.feedspot.com/self_help_book_podcasts/

Audio Engineer - Stevie IG @ stevie.au

Hosted, Produced and Arranged by Erika Ng: Bettersaid.org

Contact me @ selfhelpjunkiepod on IG, Twitter or Gmail

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• Dressing by your values
• Dressing for different dating scenarios
• Maintaining individuality in a relationship
• The importance of feeling good about yourself