Loneliness is one of the most universal human experiences—yet it can feel so personal and isolating when you’re in it.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the different shapes loneliness can take:

• The empty nest season when your kids move out.
• The kind of loneliness that lingers even when you’re surrounded by people.
• The ache of wishing for deeper friendships or more genuine connection.

We’ll talk about why loneliness isn’t always a “problem to fix,” but instead a signal with both pros and cons. You’ll hear how emotional intelligence can help you:

• Recognize the root of your loneliness.
• Sit with the emotion without letting it consume you.
• Create self-awareness, connection, and grace in the process.

Whether your life is full and busy or you’re quietly longing for deeper relationships, this conversation will help you see loneliness through a new lens—one that leaves you feeling more equipped, not more alone.

🎧 Tune in and let’s talk about the quiet power of this very human emotion.

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What do Christmas tree lights and your body’s stress response have in common? When the lights stay on too long, the bulbs eventually burn out. In this episode, we’ll explore how chronic cortisol stress can change the way your genes express themselves — and why managing your “stress switch” matters more than you think.

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You can be a deeply empathetic individual without becoming everyone’s emotional caretaker.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the 5 key differences between true empathy and the kind of emotional responsibility that leaves you exhausted, resentful, and disconnected from yourself.

If you’re someone who feels everything and finds yourself constantly managing the emotions of others—this episode should help clear things up!

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You know that weird kind of tired that has nothing to do with how much sleep you got? That’s what we’re talking about today.

In this episode, we’re digging into energetic labor...all the invisible emotional effort, managing, micromanaging, overthinking, and shape-shifting you do without even realizing it. It’s the stuff that doesn’t show up on your to-do list… but somehow leaves you feeling totally spent.

Then we’ll get into what it actually means to live with energetic integrity and why that shift changes everything.

This one’s for the woman who’s tired of quietly carrying the weight of everyone else’s expectations and ready to feel more clear, grounded, and powerful in her own energy again.

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When to Wait... and When to Go: How to Know the Difference Between Self-Protection & Our True Need for "Pause"

We’ve all said it: “I’m just not ready yet.”
But how do you know when that’s true—and when it’s your brain trying to protect you from discomfort, risk, or growth?

In this episode, we unpack the nuanced difference between a grounded pause and a protective delay. You’ll learn how to recognize when you’re genuinely honoring your timing… and when you’re secretly negotiating with your fear.

We explore:

• The key indicators of aligned waiting vs. self-sabotaging hesitation
• How to tell if your nervous system actually needs a break—or if it’s avoiding discomfort disguised as “discernment”
• Real-life examples of appropriate, empowered waiting—and ones that keep us playing small
• How to build self-trust in knowing the difference.

This conversation will help you tune into your truth, trust your pace, and know when it’s time to take the leap—even if you still feel unsure.

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There’s a difference between being self-aware—and being self-stuck.

In this episode, I’m talking about the fine line between relating to your struggles and building your entire identity around them. Mental health awareness is powerful and necessary—but when the memes, the labels, and the constant self-diagnosing become your main personality trait, it can quietly keep you from actually moving forward.

We’ll explore:
 – Why over-identifying with your struggles can feel safe—but keep you stuck
 – The role of community, language, and internet culture in shaping your identity
 – How to honor your mental health without making it your entire self
– What it really looks like to heal, grow, and lead yourself forward

This one might challenge you—but in the best way.
 Let’s trade labels for leadership.

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In this episode, we break down the four core attachment styles—and why they show up the way they do in your relationships. From anxious overthinking to avoidant shutdowns to the craving for closeness but fear of intimacy, you’ll walk away understanding your patterns (and your partner’s) with more clarity and compassion. Whether you're in a relationship, healing from one, or figuring yourself out, this conversation will help you see that the way you connect isn’t random—it’s rooted in what you’ve learned, how you’ve coped, and what you now have the power to change.

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In this episode, we’re unpacking the phrase “I don’t know”—and how it’s often less about not knowing and more about avoiding. You’ll learn how to tell the difference between real uncertainty and emotional hiding, and what to do when you’re stuck in the spin of indecision.

If this hits, leave a podcast or client review at thisisnotyourpracticelifepodcast.com — I’d love to hear what’s landing for you!

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In this episode, we’re talking about the kind of support that actually helps us grow—not just feel good for a moment. When life feels overwhelming, it’s easy to isolate or seek comfort in people who let us stay small. But what we really need in hard seasons are safe people who can hold space and reflect back the truth.
We explore the difference between comfort and growth, why real support includes honesty, and how to recognize who’s a strong mirror versus someone who just nods along.

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Confidence isn’t built by waiting until you feel ready — it’s born through moments that feel like free fall.

In today’s episode, we’re talking about why stepping into real confidence often feels like loss first: the loss of needing approval, certainty, and control.

You’ll learn why true self-trust demands discomfort before strength, and how to walk through the messy middle without giving up on the version of you that’s waiting on the other side.

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