Self-Help Junkie

Self-Help Junkie

By Erika NgSociety & CultureEducationSelf-Improvement
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Self-Help Junkie episodes

  • Invisible Work | Emotional Labor by Regina Lark

    Emotional labor is the unseen, unnoticed, and unanticipated mental load of managing a household and it often falls on women. Should it? In this episode, we delve in with Regina Lark, author of the book "Emotional Labor: Why A Woman’s Work is Never Done and What To Do About It." Through thought-provoking discussions, we explore the impact of this labor imbalance on women's well-being and relationships, and discuss strategies to create a more equitable division of emotional labor in our lives.

    Key points discussed in this episode:

    • History of Women's Work

    • Executive Functions and what is means

    • Finding "Fair Play"

    Guest - Regina Lark

    Buy her book: https://www.amazon.com/Emotional-Labor-Womans-Never-About/dp/B09HG6C5GF

    Audio Engineer - Stevie IG @ stevie.au Hosted,

    Produced and Arranged by Erika Ng: Bettersaid.org

    Contact me @ selfhelpjunkiepod on IG, Twitter or Gmail

    Theme Music by Coma-Media from Pixabay

    Sound Effects from Pixabay

    31 min
  • We have an agreement! | Relationship Agreements ft my BF, Jay Thornhill

    When you start a new job, you go over the role and responsibilities. Why wouldn't you do that with your partner? This week, I have my boyfriend on to go over our experience discussing the romantic details of our contractual obligations when we first started dating. Key points discussed in this episode:

    • Thoughts and feelings during the conversation
    • How we fight & apologize better
    • Establishing HEALTHY Boundaries

    Guest - Jay Thornhill

    Relationship Agreement Template

    Audio Engineer - Stevie IG @ stevie.au

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

    Contact me @ selfhelpjunkiepod on IG, Twitter or Gmail

    Theme Music by Coma-Media from Pixabay

    Sound Effects from Pixabay

    45 min
  • Love for Grown-Ass Women | Attached ft Martha
    Are you a grown-ass woman ready to date like one?When you are in your 40's, 50's or 60's, you aren't here to play games and mess around. Well, unless you are. 😜 Martha Bodyfelt is here to talk about dating that feels good to you and prioritizing that throughout the dating process. We'll be basing our discussion around Attached, an essential in the world of romantic self-help but if you haven't read it, no worries, there is always a 1 min summary in the opening. Key points discussed in this episode:
    • How to make dating fun again
    • Why am I like this?
    • Getting Curious, Get Compassionate and Be Proactive
    Guest - Martha Bodyfelt @marthabodyfeltWebsite- https://marthabodyfelt.com/Audio Engineer - Stevie IG @ stevie.auHosted, Produced and Arranged by Erika Ng: Bettersaid.orgContact me @selfhelpjunkiepod on IG, Twitter or GmailTheme Music by Coma-Media from PixabaySound Effects from Pixabay
    36 min
  • Dating the 20% | Men are from Mars ft Katy Clark

    What do you look for in a man? The traits listed in internet articles have 9-35 traits you should look for. You know what is on all of those lists? EQ, a fairly new concept, only popularized in the 90's. We have on Katy Clark to discuss the difference in men and women and how that shapes the relationships we are in.

    Key points discussed in this episode:

    • Finding the 20% (dating gems)
    • The 3-3-3 Rules in dating
    • Why you need to stop playing games

    Guest - Katy Clark @datingwithkaty

    Podcast: https://pod.link/1634810659

    Audio Engineer - Stevie IG @ stevie.au

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

    Contact me @ selfhelpjunkiepod on IG, Twitter or Gmail

    Theme Music by Coma-Media from Pixabay

    Music by The_Mountain from Pixabay

    Sound Effects from Pixabay

    39 min
  • From Ghosting to Connection | Modern Romance ft Jon Hwang
    If you were out of the dating game for half a decade or more, you would have been coming back to a new world. That's what happened to our guest Jon Hwang, communication expert and dating success. To navigate dating profiles, situationships and ghosting, Jon read Modern Romance by Aziz Anasari to help him find love again. Key points discussed in this episode:
    • Ghosting vs Integrity
    • Online Dating Burnout
    • The importance of communication in all stages of dating
    Guest - Jon Hwang @jhwang.gumbyJon's Website: valuespeaking.comAudio Engineer - Stevie IG @ stevie.auHosted, Produced and Arranged by Erika Ng: Bettersaid.orgContact me @ selfhelpjunkiepod on IG, Twitter or GmailTheme Music by Coma-Media from PixabayMusic by lemonmusicstudio from PixabaySound Effects from Pixabay
    45 min
  • Invest in Love | Efficiency Bitch by Melissa Leon
    In this episode, we dive deep into the realm of relationships and finances, exploring how couples can navigate the often tricky waters of money management together. Our special guest, Melissa Leon, brings her expertise from her book, Efficiency Bitch, to shed light on practical strategies for achieving financial harmony with your partner.Key points discussed in this episode:
    • Planning financially with your partner
    • Practical tips to get on the same page
    • Using allowances to analyse your spending habits
    • Making budgeting fun with your kids
    Guest - Melissa Leon @efficiencybMelissa's Website: https://efficiencybitch.com/Get Efficiency Bitch on AmazonAudio Engineer - Stevie IG @ stevie.auHosted, Produced and Arranged by Erika Ng: Bettersaid.orgContact me @ selfhelpjunkiepod on IG, Twitter or GmailTheme Music by Coma-Media from PixabaySound Effects from Pixabay"
    44 min
  • Get Good At Being Bad | Existential Kink ft Marianna
    Sometime we want what is bad for us but is that so terrible? Existential Kink helps us delve into guilty pleasures and takeaway the guilt so we can enjoy every experience. Marianna has dedicated her life to helping others figure out what they want but that started with her own journey. Key points discussed in this episode:
    • How to make a turnon of a turnoff
    • How to take control of your perception
    • What a life in control can look like
    Guest - Marianna Zelichenko @on.the.odder.side Marianna's Website: https://odderbeing.com/Polyamoury Deck Kickstarter: https://odderbeing.com/polyamory-conversation-cards/ Audio Engineer - Stevie IG @ stevie.au Hosted, Produced and Arranged by Erika Ng: Bettersaid.org Contact me @ selfhelpjunkiepod on IG, Twitter or Gmail Theme Music by Coma-Media from Pixabay Sound Effects from Pixabay
    35 min
  • Satisfying Your Needs | No More Faking It ft Magda

    We've all been torn over a guy. Maybe he is really smart, funny and sweet but there is just no spark. Or he is sexy and turns you on but is totally a f*ck boy. Why do we say yes even though parts of us are saying no? I sit down with Magda Kay to discuss the ins and outs of our internal conflict and discuss her book, No More Faking It, to get to the bottom of it.

    Key points discussed in this episode:

    • The 4 Power Center System

    • Cultural differences leading to differences in dominent centers

    • Talking to yourself

    • Finding balance and harmony

    Magda's Website: https://magdakay.com/

    Audio Engineer - Stevie IG @ stevie.au

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

    Contact me @ selfhelpjunkiepod on IG, Twitter or Gmail.

    48 min
  • Decisions & Breakups | You are a Badass ft Dorothy
    Break ups, not the part of romance we think about but it certainly happens to all of us. We discuss how we can get through them better with Dorothy with 'You are a Badass' by Jen Sincero. Sort through the chaos and find power in making decisions that are right for you.
    48 min
  • Surrender | It’s Not Your Money ft Bex Beltran

    This week I'm on with Bex to hand over control and fully relax into surrender. We'll be discussing Tosha Silver's It's Not Your Money. Let go of anxiety and stress to embrace the idea of abundance. You will be okay if the bus is late, you will be okay if work is delayed. Entering a state of trust will allow you to see more opportunity and options. It's like taking blinder off. You'll be able to enjoy the world more fully.

    37 min

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