The Puzzle of Self-Identity: Finding the Missing Piece
Ever feel like you’re just going through the motions, unsure of who you really are beneath the labels and expectations? In this episode, we’ll explore how to reclaim the missing pieces of your identity, let go of what doesn’t fit, and rediscover what truly makes you you. Join me as we Calm It Down in 3…2…1.
Almost: Finding Beauty in the Unfinished
Ever feel like you’re collecting unfinished chapters instead of success stories? Like every “almost” is just another way of saying, “not quite good enough”?
But what if those loose ends aren’t failures at all? What if they’re part of something unfolding, something still in motion?
Maybe our “almosts” aren’t dead ends—they’re turning points, guiding us toward something we couldn’t have planned. Let’s explore how to see the beauty in life’s unfinished symphonies and turn them into stepping stones forward as we Calm It Down in 3...2...1.
Color Outside the Lines: Breaking Free from Unwritten Rules
Stuck following rules you never chose?
We often limit ourselves with invisible "shoulds" and "must-dos" that were never our own decisions.
Today, let’s learn to spot these hidden boundaries, question them, and take your first steps toward genuine freedom.
Ready to create a life on your own terms? Let's break free as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.
Honest Conversations: Letting Go of Guilt and Speaking Your Truth
Ever find yourself agreeing to something before you’ve even had a chance to think? Long-standing relationships can make boundaries feel impossible—guilt, history, and unspoken roles keeping us stuck. In this episode, we’re unpacking why setting limits with those closest to us is so hard—and how to finally say, this is what I need. Let’s Calm It Down in 3...2...1.
The Cookie Theory: What Grandma Knew About Empathy
Ever notice how the world feels a bit like a recipe gone wrong - all the ingredients are there, but something essential is missing? In this episode, we explore how empathy might be that missing ingredient in everything from neighborhood disputes to global conflicts. Discover practical ways to develop your empathy muscles and transform difficult relationships through understanding. Learn how small shifts in perspective can create ripples of change as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.
The Good Kind of Selfish
Do you feel guilty every time you put yourself first? Like you're somehow being selfish when you say "no" to others to say "yes" to yourself? It's time to reframe what being "selfish" really means. Just like putting on your own oxygen mask first in an airplane emergency, taking care of yourself isn't optional – it's essential. Discover how healthy boundaries and self-care actually make you more available to others as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.
Am I More Than This?
Who are we without the titles, trophies, and applause? We spend so much time chasing success, but does it define us?
In this episode, we explore what truly makes us who we are—beyond achievements, beyond expectations. Because in the end, it’s not what we do, but who we are that truly lasts. Let’s find where we really are as we Calm it Down in 3…2…1.
When Help Isn't Helpful
Ever catch yourself rushing to fix someone's problems, only to realize maybe that's not what they needed? We all want to help those we care about, but sometimes our well-meaning support misses the mark. In this episode, we explore the delicate balance between being there for others and giving them space to grow. Learn practical strategies for offering the kind of help that truly helps as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.
When They Don’t Love You Back (Rebroadcast)
Wuv, Twue, Wuv. No, today’s episode isn’t about one of the greatest films ever made (The Princess Bride) but something I’m certain we’ve all experienced at least once in our life. Unrequited love. That ‘I like them but they haven’t even noticed I’m in the same room’ kinda thing.
Chasing or loving someone that doesn’t share the same warm & fuzzies is hard. Brutally hard, emotionally. And while we’ve all been there before, it still feels like ‘you’re the only one’. Today, we talk about fishing (yup), our emotions and what to do when you toss the ball but it’s never caught, much less thrown back.
Grab a seat and let’s find some healing as we Calm it Down in 3…2…1.
Bridge of Hope (Rebroadcast)
Feeling like the past year was a rollercoaster you didn’t sign up for? Ready to step into the new year with a little less stress and a lot more calm? Join me as we cross the Bridge of Hope—a simple, feel-good breathing exercise and visualization to let go of what’s heavy and embrace what’s ahead. Let’s Calm it Down in 3…2…1.
The Firefly Within: Healing Childhood Wounds (Rebroadcast)
Ever feel like part of you is stuck in the past, holding onto old wounds? In this episode, we’re diving into inner child healing—reconnecting with your younger self, honoring past hurts, and finding the joy that’s always been yours. I’ll share stories and simple tools to help you let go of old baggage, heal, and rediscover the light within you. Let’s embrace your inner firefly and reignite that radiant, resilient spirit as we Calm it Down in 3…2…1.
The Puzzle of Grief (Rebroadcast)
Feeling like there's an empty space where someone you loved used to be? This episode explores grief not just as loss, but as proof of a love worth celebrating. Learn how to honor your memories while finding new ways to share that love with others. Ready to transform emptiness into purpose? Let's Calm it Down in 3...2...1.
Better, Not Perfect
Let's be real - trying to be perfect is exhausting. In this episode, we're ditching perfectionism and focusing on something that actually works: being better than we were before. Instead of piling on guilt and worry, we'll explore building habits that stick and setting goals that matter. Our mantra for 2025? "Better, Not Perfect." Come join me - it might just change how you think about being ‘Perfect.’
The Beautiful Mess Theory
Have you ever felt like life’s a crumpled fitted sheet—messy, imperfect, and far from the neat rectangle you imagined? In this episode, we unpack The Beautiful Mess Theory—how the chaos and wrinkles in your story hold unexpected beauty and meaning.
Learn to embrace imperfection, reframe the messy moments, and uncover the gold seams in your life as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.
When Memory Lane Feels Like a One-Way Street
Ever catch yourself scrolling through old photos and feeling your heart catch? This episode explores how to make peace with nostalgia's pull without getting lost in yesterday.
Turn those bittersweet memories into signposts for what matters most to you today as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.
The Art of Being Wrong
Have you ever argued so passionately over something trivial—like the "correct" way to load a dishwasher—that you started narrating your own life in third person? “And there she stood, a hero against chaos, demanding order among the spoons.”
This episode dives into the absurdity of always needing to be right and the unexpected joy of being wrong. Let’s embrace the ridiculous, as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.
Listening Beyond Words
Ever find yourself wondering what someone really means when they say, “I’m fine”? There’s often so much beneath those two little words. In this episode of Calm it Down, we’ll dive into the unspoken language of body language, emotional undertones, and subtle shifts in energy. Together, we’ll learn how to listen between the lines and create spaces where genuine connections can flourish.
Join me as we explore the art of deep listening and tune into what’s truly being said. Calm it Down in 3...2...1.
What Does Success Look Like?
Ever feel like you're chasing someone else's definition of success? Like everyone else has the perfect recipe while you're still figuring out your ingredients? In this episode, we explore how success, like the perfect cup of coffee, is deeply personal.
Discover how to craft your own authentic version of achievement, free from society's pre-packaged expectations. Join us as we brew up your unique blend of fulfillment as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.
The Weight of Worry: Learning to Let Go
Ever find yourself wishing you could rewind and rewrite parts of your life? Regret can feel like a heavy burden, but it's also a powerful guide. In this episode, we'll explore how to reframe those "what ifs" and "should haves," transforming them into valuable lessons that shape a more fulfilling future.
Let's learn how to embrace our past, find its hidden wisdom, and move forward with clarity and self-compassion, as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.
The Power of Being Alone
Do you find yourself reaching for your phone the moment you’re alone, just to escape the quiet? What if those moments of solitude could actually make you stronger and more at peace?
In this episode, we’ll dive into how to turn being alone into a source of strength and self-discovery. It’s all about finding comfort in your own company, tapping into your creativity, and learning to appreciate the difference between feeling lonely and embracing solitude.
Ready to make those quiet moments work for you? Let’s turn solo time into your secret superpower as we Calm it Down in 3...2...1.