Krista St-Germain, widow, mom, and host of The Widowed Mom Podcast, debunks the most common myth about grief, as well as shares what practices seem to be most effective for grieving —including what's helped her navigate the loss of her then-husband.

Full episode with Krista St-Germain: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/2fc9f314/rethinking-the-5-stages-of-grief-with-krista-st-germain

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Delanie Fischer is joined by Literary Agent and Best-Selling Author, Lindsey Smith, to respond to your questions about the publishing and podcasting industries, share their experience with creative entrepreneurship, and offer a peak behind the curtain of their new book, MockTales: 50+ Literary Mocktails Inspired by Classic Works, Banned Books, and More.

They're Addressing Questions Like:

+ How To Find A Lit Agent, Self vs. Traditional Publishing, and More

+ Making Money As A Podcaster, Streamlining Processes, and More

+ Navigating Fluctuating Finances, Prioritizing Projects, and More

MockTales is now available on Barnes & Noble, Target, Amazon, and most places where books are sold: https://www.delaniefischer.com/

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Jessica Frew, co-host of The Husband In Law Podcast, shares with Delanie her experience with betrayal, divorce, and healing after learning about her then-husband's affair and sexuality.

Full episode with Jessica Frew: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/229e6642/when-my-husband-came-out-infidelity-divorce-and-friendship-with-jessica-frew

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Delanie Fischer is joined by Founder of The Optimism Institute and host of Blue Sky Podcast, Bill Burke, to discuss what optimism is NOT, how we can become more optimistic about the future (and the impact of doing so), and taking simple action despite the noise of the modern age.

Plus:

+ Are Our Brains Really Addicted To Negativity?

+ The Most Shocking Health Benefit of Optimism

+ 7 Seriously Delicious Quotes To Fire You Up

More episodes related to this topic:

Netflix Documentary Discussion: The Social Dilemma: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/230bfddf/netflix-documentary-discussion-the-social-dilemma

Spiritual Activism with Racial Justice Educator, Rachel Ricketts: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/255a24cd/spiritual-activism-with-racial-justice-educator-rachel-ricketts

7 Things To Keep Out Of Your Closet (For Good) with Trend Expert And Animal Advocate Ashley Frohnert: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/2550df3e/7-things-to-keep-out-of-your-closet-for-good-with-trend-expert-and-animal-advocate-ashley-frohnert

The Pros and Cons of Deleting Social Media (Permanently): https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/2319e1a2/the-pros-and-cons-of-deleting-social-media-permanently

How To Stay Informed with Noor Tagouri: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/d0c5e15d/how-to-stay-informed-with-noor-tagouri

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Dr. Stephanie Sarkis, psychotherapist, American Mental Health Counselors Association Diplomate, and author of Gaslighting, shares the subtle (and not-so-subtle) signs that you're in a cycle of emotional abuse —from dysfunctional behaviors that have been normalized in media, feeling trapped in a job where you're being mistreated, and insidious romantic relationships.

Full episode with Dr. Sarkis: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/2a31527c/the-psychological-impact-of-gaslighting-with-dr-stephanie-sarkis

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Delanie Fischer chats with Host of The Losing 100 Pounds Podcast, Corinne Crabtree, about her experience with diets that don't work, what actually supported her weight loss (by losing weight the way she wants to live her life), and how to love yourself at any and every size.

Full episode with Corinne Crabtree: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/19bbe1c5/no-bs-weight-loss-losing-100-pounds-with-corinne-crabtree

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Delanie Fischer is joined by Athena Trombly, who shares about her experience with a brain tumor — how she discovered it, what her surgeries and recovery have been like, and the impact it's made on her life, including her relationships, beliefs, and how she chooses to spend her time.

This episode is part of our series, "Subscriber Stories." Next round of submissions: spring 2025.

Plus:

+ Navigating Scanxiety and Spirituality

+ 2 Songs That Were Athena's Anthems

+ The Pros And Cons of Time Urgency

More episodes related to this topic:

Waking Up With Amnesia, Unsolved Mysteries, And Life With Uncertainty with Olly Dove: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/23189ad4/waking-up-with-amnesia-unsolved-mysteries-and-life-with-uncertainty-with-olly-dove

20+ Years Thriving With Stage IV Cancer with Kris Carr: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/22f2b084/20-years-thriving-with-stage-iv-cancer-with-kris-carr

Coping With Death Anxiety with Death Doula, Alua Arthur: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/1a56dcc8/coping-with-death-anxiety-with-death-doula-alua-arthur

Gratitude, Presence, And Surviving Cancer (Twice) with Janet Knode: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/340285b3/gratitude-presence-and-surviving-cancer-twice-with-janet-knode

Overcoming the Fear of Death with Kelvin Chin: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/20d70e6d/overcoming-the-fear-of-death-with-kelvin-chin

Surviving Cancer with Sofiya Alexandra: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/6f93a8cd/surviving-cancer-with-sofiya-alexandra

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Delanie Fischer answers the question from a patron, "How Do You Organize Your Calendar As A Multi-Hyphenate?" She shares some tips that help keep her planner as clutter-free as possible, how she currently sets up her week in order to tend to 3 different streams of revenue as a writer and podcaster, and what has NOT worked in the past.

Want your question answered on the next mini episode? Submit it here: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless

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*Delanie's book, MockTales: 50+ Literary Mocktails Inspired by Classic Works, Banned Books, and More, is now available for preorder at Barnes & Noble, Target, Amazon, and more!

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Could you imagine your kid going from hating school to LOVING it so much they wish they even had it on weeknds? Delanie Fischer is joined by former public school teacher, mom, and Founder and Director of Fáilte Waldorf Microschool, Jennifer Kempin, to share her experience with homeschooling her son, the impact this transition made on him, and how it inspired her to help other kids who struggle in conventional school settings. Whether your kid is deeply unhappy at school and you're unsure how to move forward, or you're considering an alternative lifestyle or career for yourself, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical tools.

Plus:

+ 4 Signs Your Kid Might Be Struggling At School

+ 3 Resources For Parents Who Want More Options

+ Education vs. School: Rethinking How Kids Learn

More episodes related to this topic:

3 Lessons Learned From Independent Study (Homeschooling) with Delanie Fischer: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/e1936a32/3-lessons-learned-from-independent-study-homeschooling

9 Things We Wish We Knew in High School with Taylor Tomlinson, Kelsey Cook, and Delanie Fischer: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/262d3040/9-things-we-wish-we-knew-in-high-school

Burnout, A Breakdown, And Beginning Again with Former Teacher Jessica Gemme: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/249fe16a/burnout-a-breakdown-and-beginning-again-with-jessica-gemme

The Impact Teachers Have Had On Our Lives with Taylor, Kelsey, and Delanie: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/235218fc/the-impact-teachers-have-had-on-our-lives

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Certified Coach and HR Expert, Shelby McGuire Canlas, chats with Delanie about the importance of prioritizing your mental health and wellbeing during a job search, why taking a job "for the meantime" might be exactly the kind of breather you need (for your happiness and long-term success), and how to let go of the "dream job" pressure + tips for your next career move.

Full episode with Shelby McGuire Canlas: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/21ce2f57/how-to-crush-the-job-search-even-if-you-feel-like-sht-with-hr-expert-shelby-mcguire-canlas

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