The Choosing Change Podcast

In this episode, Miriah and Abby explain the four attachment styles and explore how they can impact the way we navigate dating. The ladies discuss secure, anxious, avoidant, and fearful avoidant attachment styles, share their favorite fictional examples of each archetype, and offer insight on navigating attachment red and green flags in the dating world. Enjoy!

In this episode, Miriah and Abby explore the evolving nature of desire in long-term relationships, addressing common misconceptions, societal influences, and practical strategies that can help couples continue to cultivate passion and intimacy over time.

This week, we dive into a topic that resonates with many—navigating career transitions. As the job market shifts and people reassess their paths, this conversation is timely and relevant for anyone feeling uncertain about their professional future. Enjoy!

This week, Miriah and Abby explore the topic of dating after divorce. The ladies explore the complex emotions that can be tied to this journey — from hope and excitement to grief and trepidation — and explore the importance of self awareness as a key component of the process.

This week, Miriah and Abby explore common relationship advice that sounds empowering but can actually be harmful in practice. They deconstruct phrases like 'If he wanted to, he would' and 'Never settle,' offering healthier perspectives for better communication and connection. Enjoy!

In this episode, Miriah and Abby tackle the often-overlooked emotional impact of infidelity on the betrayed partner. As they navigate the complexities of this topic, they emphasize the importance of recognizing the unique losses (the "avalanche") that often come with such a betrayal.

In this episode, Abby and Miriah explore the intersection of AI and mental health, discussing how AI can be a helpful adjunct or "session extender" to therapy while emphasizing its limitations and safety concerns. The ladies also highlight practical ways to intentionally and safely incorporate AI tools into mental health practices in one's everyday life.

This week, our resident personality disorder expert, Miriah, leads a masterclass in understanding the basics of narcissism. We hope you enjoy Part 2 of our narcissism series!

This week, our resident personality disorder expert, Miriah, leads a masterclass in understanding the basics of narcissism. We hope you enjoy this episode and stay tuned for Part Two in two weeks!

Summer is often marketed as the season of confidence, carefree fun, and "beach bodies." But for many people, it can also bring heightened body image struggles, comparison, self-consciousness, and pressure to look or feel a certain way.

In this episode, Miriah and Abby unpack the many ways summer can impact our relationship with our bodies — from swimsuit season and social media to the expectation that we're supposed to love every minute of it. We also explore experiences that don't always get enough attention, such as body image challenges for those with chronic illness and body image concerns for men.