What if confidence was a set of skills anyone could master?

In this episode of the Untapped Potential Podcast, host Raffaella Murray explores the true nature of confidence and provides a step-by-step guide to building it.

Here’s what you’ll discover:

• How to set healthy boundaries and follow through on commitments.
• Why maintaining realistic expectations is key to self-assurance.
• The profound difference between ego-driven and authentic confidence.
• How your posture influences your sense of confidence.

If you’ve ever felt shut out of the ‘confidence club,’ this episode will show you how to get in.

Tune in to uncover five powerful skills that will help you feel confident and grounded in any situation.

🌟Send Raffaela your thoughts here!

Show notes:

00:00 Introduction to the Untapped Potential Podcast

00:53 Client Testimonial: Heather's Journey

02:34 Understanding Confidence

04:38 The Biggest Misconception About Confidence

06:36 Building Confidence: Five Essential Skills

14:25 Skill 1: Setting Boundaries

15:45 Skill 2: Saying No and Yes

18:29 Skill 3: Consistency and Follow-Through

22:01 Skill 4: Setting Realistic Expectations

28:28 Skill 5: Confident Posture

32:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this deeply personal episode, Raffaela Marie opens up about her journey of overcoming chronic skin picking, depression, and severe social anxiety.

From a challenging childhood to becoming a confident and empowering coach, Raffaela shares the pivotal moments that shaped her healing and inspired her transformation.

Through heartfelt insights, she highlights how small, consistent steps and unwavering determination can lead to profound personal growth and self-belief.

Tune in for an inspiring reminder that healing and transformation are possible for everyone—starting right where you are. 💛

🌟Check out Strength | The Roadmap to Healing from Chronic Skin Picking here!

Show notes:

00:00 Welcome to Episode 42: Healing from Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors

00:36 Client Success Story: Athena's Journey

02:17 A New Year, A New Episode: Inspired by Your Emails

03:01 Overcoming Selective Mutism: My Personal Journey

09:37 The Turning Point: Realizing Change is Possible

14:33 Small Steps to Big Changes: Building Confidence

17:37 Manifesting the Future: Becoming Who I Wanted to Be

24:36 From Skincare to Coaching: Finding My True Calling

29:24 Conclusion: Embracing Change and Moving Forward

In this year-end episode of the Untapped Potential Podcast, host Raffaela Marie breaks down why traditional New Year’s resolutions often fail...

and how you can set achievable, lasting goals for 2025!

Drawing from her personal journey with chronic skin picking and insights from brain and behavioral science, Raffaela shares 3 simple, science-backed rules for successful goal setting.

You’ll also hear an inspiring story from a client who made life-changing progress within just one year.

If you’re ready to rebuild self-trust, make meaningful changes, and set yourself up for success, this episode is your guide! 

🌟Check out Strength | The Roadmap to Healing from Chronic Skin Picking here!

Show Notes:
00:00 Welcome to the Final Episode of 2024
00:56 The Power of Community and Personal Growth
02:57 Why New Year's Resolutions Fail
05:56 Setting Tangible Goals for 2025
08:19 Making Goals Achievable and Flexible
17:24 Connecting to Your 'Why'
18:47 Holistic Healing from Chronic Skin Picking
22:30 Final Thoughts and New Year Wishes

Social events of any kind can trigger some of our worst picking sessions!

Especially when you’re worried about what others might say about your skin.

In this episode, we explore a practical and empowering approach to helping you navigate conversations and situations that make you uncomfortable.

You’ll learn...

• How to decide what and how much to share with others
• Empowering tips to set yourself up for success before any social event
• Practical techniques to handle or exit uncomfortable conversations gracefully

Tune in to feel more confident, set healthy boundaries, and take control in social settings!

Show notes:

00:00 Welcome to Episode 40!

00:14 Celebrating Podcast Milestones

01:42 Addressing Social Anxiety at Family Events

03:12 Understanding Social Circles

10:08 Setting Boundaries and Responding to Questions

20:28 Empowering Yourself Through Clear Communication

25:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

For many, this time of year brings an increase in chronic skin picking...

In this episode, we dive into why this happens and explore simple, practical strategies to help reduce the urge to pick - so you can enjoy the festive season without the added worry about your skin!

This episode is short and sweet, with plenty of depth to support your healing journey.

Plus! There's an early Christmas gift waiting in the first couple of minutes of this episode for you 🎁

Tune in to find out what it is!

🌟Gain access to your FREE Mini Meta Dynamics Profiling Tool here!

Healing from chronic skin picking is far more nuanced than simply "just stopping"—but you probably already knew that.

In this episode, Raffaela introduces a groundbreaking concept that hasn’t been explored with such intention and depth in the dermatillomania community:

The 5 Types of Chronic Skin Picking.
Here’s what you’ll learn:

• What the 5 types are.
• What they reveal about where you are in your healing journey.
• Unique strategies and techniques tailored to address each type.

This framework was developed by Raffaela in collaboration with her clients inside STRENGTH: The Roadmap to Healing from Chronic Skin Picking.

So, which of the 5 types resonate most with you? Tune in to uncover insights that can transform the way you approach your healing!

🌟Podcast episode recommendations:
Episode 36: Feeling your Feeling - Are You Doing it Right?
Episode 22: Breaking the Cycle of Overwhelming Thoughts

🌟Check out Strength | The Roadmap to Healing from Chronic Skin Picking here!

🌟Send Raffaela your thoughts here, raffaelamarie.com/Contact-Us

Time stamps:
00:00 - Introd
00:31 - Meet Your Host: Raffaela’s Personal Journey
00:55 - A Heart Felt Message
02:31 - Deep Dive into the 5 Types of Chronic Skin Picking
05:07 - Breaking Down the Five Categories
15:49 - Tailored Strategies for Addressing Each Type
27:15 - Closing Thoughts and Reflections

Maybe you’ve heard about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Maybe you’ve even tried it yourself!

CBT is one of the more popular approaches for managing chronic skin picking, but does it work for everyone?

In this episode, we’re diving deep into CBT and chronic skin picking:

• What is CBT, and how does it help?
• The strengths and limitations of CBT.
• Why it might not have given you the results you hoped for.
• Exploring habit reversal training, stimulus control, and emotional regulation.
• How CBT compares to a holistic approach for lasting healing.

If you’ve been curious about CBT, or wondering why it didn’t fully work for you, this episode will shed light on its role in your healing journey and whether it’s the right fit for you.

Tune in to explore the path to lasting freedom from chronic skin picking.

🟡Check out Strength | The Roadmap to Healing from Chronic Skin Picking here!

🟡Send Raffaela your thoughts raffaelamarie.com/Contact-Us here 💚

Show notes:

00:00 Intro

00:54 Client's Uplifting Message

03:18 Introduction to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

07:44 Effectiveness of CBT for Skin Picking

11:24 Limitations of CBT for Skin Picking

17:50 Holistic Healing and Personal Development

27:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

You probably know that feeling your feelings is important...

But how do you truly do it?

And how can you tell if you’re doing it the “right” way?

In this episode, we explore why feeling your emotions is a fundamental step in healing from body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs).

You’ll learn:

• The science behind feeling your feelings and why it’s vital for healing.
• How to recognize when you’re doing it effectively.
• A simple yet powerful technique to connect with your emotions.

Tune in to gain clarity and take this essential step in your healing journey!

Check out Strength | The Roadmap to Healing from Chronic Skin Picking

Send Raffaela your thoughts about this episode here:
[email protected]

Time stamps:

00:00 Welcome to the Untapped Potential Podcast

01:03 Client Success Story: Overcoming Skin Picking

02:44 The Importance of Feeling Your Feelings

03:51 Understanding Behavioral Addictions

04:55 The Role of Emotions in Healing

05:40 Personal Insights and Mentorship

06:41 The Simplicity of Feeling Your Feelings

07:45 The Impact of Childhood Conditioning

09:25 The Power of Emotions in Life

20:02 Practical Steps to Feel Your Feelings

28:32 Conclusion and Action Step

One of the biggest, least-discussed fears in healing from chronic skin picking is the fear of letting go.

In this episode, we dive into how this fear is deeply connected to skin picking and why understanding it is crucial for finding lasting freedom.

You’ll also discover the three wholesome practices that can naturally replace skin picking in your healing journey.

Tune in now to uncover the key to breaking free and embracing a healthier, more empowered version of yourself*

Resources mentioned in this episode:
Norse Organics - Official Store
Strength | The Roadmap to Healing from Chronic Skin Picking

Time stamps:
00:00 Intro

01:11 Skincare Update

02:43 Unspoken Fear of Healing

05:12 Understanding the Fear of Letting Go

08:50 Three Wholesome Replacements for Skin Picking

11:00 Becoming the Best Version of Yourself

21:18 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

21:37 Conclusion and Action Step

Do you struggle with how to respond when someone acts passive-aggressively?

In this episode, we dive into passive aggression and its link to body-focused repetitive behaviors like chronic skin picking.

You’ll learn practical tools to navigate passive aggression—both from others and within yourself—while gaining insights to improve relationships, emotional regulation, and self-awareness.

Discover how handling passive aggression in a healthy way can reduce skin picking and support your healing journey.

Check out Strength | The Roadmap to Healing from Chronic Skin Picking here!

Show notes:

00:00 Welcome to Episode 34

00:35 Samy's Journey

01:53 Introduction to Passive Aggression

02:36 Understanding Passive Aggression

03:30 Benefits and Drawbacks of Passive Aggression

09:53 How to Address Passive Aggression Healthily

17:18 Recognizing Passive Aggression in Ourselves

21:26 Conclusion and Final Thought