Podcasts about Avoidance

Hey Sis! It may not seem like it now, but avoiding your grief and healing process can cost you big in the long run. Don't be the person who looks up one year from now and wonders why you're still in the same place you were when your relationship ended. I'm sharing the dangers of unprocessed grief, so join me in this episode.   Resources and Services Grieving The Living Ecourse (Use the coupon code PODCAST20 at checkout for a 20% discount) My YouVersion Bible Plans  Goodbye Heartbreak Hello Purpose, 365-Day Devotional (Use coupon code PODCAST10 at checkout for a 10% discount) Heartbreak Coaching Sessions  Get featured on the podcast. Ask a question or let me know what you want me to cover.  My TeePublic Merch (Tee shirts, mugs, toes, pillow, and so much more) Get a FREE Hello Fresh box on me Free prayer:  A Prayer To Move On After A Broken Heart Facebook group:  The Healing Heartbreak Community Instagram: @goodbyeheartbreakhellopurpose Let me know what topics you want me to discuss or questions you want me to answer on the podcast. Send me a message here!   ***Check out these episodes that are related to this one   Ep. 149 6 Reasons Why Intentional Grieving Is Necessary For Healing Ep. 159 Why Am I Struggling To Heal My Broken Heart? 3 Limiting Beliefs That Are Blocking Your Healing Ep. 216 5 Distractions That Are Stopping You From HEaling Your Broken Heart   Sis, are you enjoying the content from the show and want to support? Here's 2 easy things you can do: 1. Make sure you are subscribed to the podcast wherever you listen and 2. Leave a 5-star written review on Apple Podcast (grab your friend's phone for a second if you're not an Apple user lol). Know that I really appreciate you! 

You've read the books. You've hired the coaches. You've binged the podcasts (including this one). So why do you still feel stuck?In this powerful solo episode, George Bryant calls himself out—and calls you forward. This is not a strategy dump. It's a soul-level wake-up call to stop collecting information and start embodying what you already know.This episode dives deep into the Knowing Trap—that frustrating gap between awareness and action. George unpacks why we stay stuck even when we “know better,” the identity illusions that sabotage our growth, and how to break free with simple, embodied action. You'll walk away with a three-part framework, reflection questions, and a challenge to move forward today—not someday.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy more knowledge isn't the answer to your stucknessThe real cost of “almost” launching, starting, healing, or leadingA 3-step spiral that keeps entrepreneurs frozen in placeHow identity clings to the past and resists your next levelWhat it really takes to embody what you already knowKey Takeaways✔️Awareness doesn't equal embodiment. You can know better and still not do better.✔️Avoidance is sneaky. We often gaslight ourselves by calling procrastination “processing.”✔️Action is the only way out. You must choose to do what you already know you need to do.✔️Your identity must evolve. The next version of you can't live with the old version's beliefs.✔️Pick one thing and do it today. Even small action shifts your perspective and builds momentum. Timestamps & Highlights[00:00] – The Real Purpose of This Episode[04:17] – When Strategy Fails: The Missing Ingredient[08:45] – Why Most People Sabotage Their Growth[12:30] – The Root Cause of Friction in Business & Life[17:50] – How to Recognize Your True Capacity[21:20] – Embodiment Over Execution[25:15] – The Permission Slip You've Been Waiting ForWant to stop spinning your wheels? Start embodying change. George's coaching, events, and community are designed to help you move from knowing to doing—with clarity, courage, and support. Explore all the ways to work with George at mindofgeorge.com.Your Challenge This WeekPick one pattern, lesson, or truth you already know… and take one embodied action on it within 24 hours. Not next week. Today.Join The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ community for entrepreneurs who scale with trust and connection.Apply for 1:1 Coaching – Ready to build your business with sustainability, impact, and ease? Apply here Live Events – Get in the room where long-term success is built: mindofgeorge.com/eventFollow George on Instagram – DM your biggest takeaway or callout: @itsgeorgebryant

Is your tween or teen suddenly refusing school—or saying they're “sick” every morning? How do you tell what's normal pushback versus a red flag that needs support? In this conversation, Colleen and pediatric psychologist Dr. Ariana Hoet unpack school avoidance—what it is, why it happens, and how moms can respond without escalating morning battles. You'll hear how anxiety fuels avoidance (and why avoidance strengthens anxiety), the power of gradual exposure and tiny “wins,” and how to get granular: identify the real barrier (safety fears, social stress, learning struggles, sleep/screens), co-create a stepwise plan, and partner with the school. They offer concrete scripts, role-plays, and motivation-finding questions so your teen feels both validated and capable—and you're not stuck at 7 a.m. stalemates. Dr. Ariana Hoet is Executive Clinical Director at the Kids Mental Health Foundation and a pediatric psychologist serving primarily immigrant families in primary care. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor in Pediatric Psychology/Neuropsychology at Nationwide Children's Hospital and The Ohio State University, training the next generation of behavioral health professionals. A trusted national voice, Dr. Hoit has been featured by USA Today, CNN, Good Morning America, and Newsweek. Her passion is translating research into practical, family-ready tools. Three takeaways: Validate, then move forward: Empathize with the real feeling (“This is hard and scary”) and avoid the “just get over it” trap. Then use graduated exposure—tiny steps toward school—to shrink anxiety's power. Get specific to solve: Pinpoint the blocker (safety fears, bullying, skill gaps, not knowing where to sit at lunch, sleep debt, screens, or possible learning differences). Specific problem → specific plan (role-play scripts, identify “safe people/places,” consider tutoring/evaluation, adjust sleep and tech). Build the village & motivation: Coordinate with teachers/counselors, connect your teen to belonging (clubs, teams, arts), and discover their reasons to go (friends, activities)—not just adult reasons like grades. Learn more at: https://www.kidsmentalhealthfoundation.org/about/our-team/clinical-director Follow on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/kidsmentalhealthfoundation/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/arianahoetphd/?hl=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2729: Keith Wilson explores why expressing emotions can be so challenging, even for those who are emotionally intelligent. He highlights common barriers like fear of rejection, conflict avoidance, and low self-esteem, while also unpacking the deeper complexity of how raw sensations become personal feelings and then words. His insights offer a clearer understanding of both our own struggles with communication and the compassion needed when others wrestle with theirs. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://medium.com/hello-love/why-is-it-hard-to-talk-about-feelings-2747a1e90c1f Quotes to ponder: "Some feelings are so hideous you'd rather they never saw the light of day." "You took a raw experience, made it into a personal experience, and then packaged it for others." "It's like your teacher said in math class, show your work. It's not enough in math class to have the right answer, you need to be able to demonstrate how you arrived at the answer." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all want to overcome, but too often, we curate our pain out of view—tidy it up, slap a spiritual platitude on top, and hope time heals what we never confronted. This week on Win Today, ESPN's Lauren Sisler reveals what happened when her life fell apart at 18. She buried both of her parents just hours apart. And in the wake of that trauma, she didn't get a “hall pass” from grief. She didn't get a spiritual fast-forward button. She had to live every moment of it, raw and real. In this powerful conversation, we take on the lies of “rah-rah Christianity,” the armor of image management, and the emotional expense of avoidance. If you've ever wondered why God didn't spare you from the pain… or why it still lingers even though you “moved on,” this episode will meet you where you really live. Episode Links Show Notes Buy my NEW BOOK "Healing What You Can't Erase" here! Invite me to speak at your church or event. Connect with me @WINTODAYChris on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

In part 2, we cover the remaining five lifestyle creeps—such as subscription overload, tech gadget frenzy, home renovations, kids' activities, and impulse buys—detailing their sneaky impacts and actionable ways to sidestep them for better wealth building.

Lisa McFarland is passionate about transforming the way people approach relationships. After more than 36 years of marriage, she and her husband continue to thrive by applying the tools and insights she gained through her life coaching journey—tools she now shares with others. Lisa believes relationship coaching should be as natural as hiring a personal trainer or business coach. Too often, people carry old wounds and unhelpful patterns into their relationships, expecting them to work without support. Her mission is to change that—to remove the shame around asking for help and inspire people to see it as a path to growth, strength, and fulfillment. Through her coaching, Lisa encourages others to embrace their potential, live authentically, and create the relationships—and lives—they've always dreamed of.   Key Topics: ⭐ Why Most Couples Struggle Without Ever Learning Relationship Skills ⭐ The Midlife Crisis In Men And The Loneliness Of Women In Relationships ⭐ How Childhood Programming Shapes Conflict Styles And Emotional Patterns ⭐ Silent Treatment, Avoidance, And The Hidden Cost Of Poor Communication ⭐ Why Good Intentions Fail Without The Right Tools And Language ⭐ Emotional Safety As The New Foundation Of Modern Love ⭐ Practical Communication Tools: Listening vs. Fixing, Removing “You,” And Grace In Conflict ⭐ The Clash Between Perfectionism, Martyrdom, And Men Wanting To Contribute ⭐ Stagnation vs. Growth: Why Relationships Must Evolve Through Life's Phases ⭐ Rethinking Fidelity, Gender Roles, And Emotional Needs In A Changing World   Connect With David - The Authentic Man:   Breaking The Chains Of Avoidance Waitlist: https://forms.gle/oFyNbPmugYKtjQpRA   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theauthenticman_/  Website: https://www.theauthenticman.net/  For Coaching: hello@theauthenticman.net  Newsletter: https://www.theauthenticman.net/home-subscribe  Connect With Lisa McFarland:    Website: https://relationshipcoachni.com/ 

Summary In this episode of the Be a Smarter Homeowner podcast, hosts Elizabeth Dodson and John Bodrozic discuss essential home maintenance tasks that homeowners often overlook. They emphasize the importance of understanding different categories of maintenance, including preventative and inspection-oriented tasks. The conversation covers various inspection tasks, such as checking roofs and foundations, and highlights the significance of using technology for home inspections. The hosts also share practical maintenance tips for appliances, cleaning routines, and safety considerations, ultimately encouraging homeowners to take proactive steps in caring for their homes.     Takeaways Home maintenance is an ongoing journey for all homeowners. Different homes require different maintenance tasks based on location and age. Preventative maintenance can save homeowners from costly repairs. Regular inspections can help detect issues before they escalate. Technology can assist in home inspections and maintenance tracking. Cleaning tasks are often as important as maintenance tasks. Safety should always be a priority during home maintenance. Garage doors require periodic maintenance to ensure safety. Sewer line maintenance is crucial for preventing clogs and backups. Tree maintenance is essential to protect your home from potential damage.     Sound bites "You could always be smarter." "Avoidance is not a good thing." "Safety is the first priority."     Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Home Maintenance Awareness 03:07 Understanding Home Maintenance Categories 05:57 Inspection Tasks for Homeowners 09:06 The Importance of Roof and Foundation Inspections 11:57 Utilizing Technology for Home Inspections 15:03 HVAC Maintenance and Inspections 17:57 Cleaning and Maintenance Tasks for Homeowners 20:45 The Importance of Cleaning and Maintenance 23:01 Safety First: Gas and Wood Burning Fireplaces 24:11 Garage Door Care: Springs and Lubrication 25:53 Understanding Home Components: A Homeowner's Guide 27:09 Dryer Vent Maintenance: A Hidden Hazard 30:04 Washer and Dryer Connections: Preventing Leaks 31:00 Sewer Line Maintenance: Avoiding Costly Repairs 33:01 Tree Maintenance: Protecting Your Home 37:59 Final Thoughts: Embracing Home Care

The 7 "A's" of Super-AgingThese seven A's are the key to making your golden years the best ones of your life:Attitude - Having a positive outlook and a concrete vision of the future is essential. Awareness - Staying aware can be tough in the 24/7 news cycle, but  keeping up with the latest treatments, products and services that can help health challenges, and knowing which sources you can really trust.Activity - Exercising the body and the mind is crucial .Autonomy - Maintain your physical independence, like staying in your home and being in charge of your finances for as long as possible.Accomplishment - Achievements don't have to stop just because you're getting older. Having goals and working to reach them is important at any age.Attachment - Loneliness and social isolation negatively impact health and lifespan, so maintaining relationships and forming new ones is essential.Avoidance - Knowing how to minimize risks from fraud, scams, and ageism in the marketplace is a skill superagers have perfected.⠀Daydreaming Is Good For YouSometimes your mind just wanders into a daydream state… let it. Daydreaming uses your best core memories and helps make space for new ones in the process, according to experts. They agree that at its best daydreaming is healthy for body and mind. Therapist Saba Lurie says there are two types of daydreaming:The productive kind that reduces stress, boosts creativity, and helps you problem solveUnproductive daydreaming builds stress and anxiety, and makes you think negatively because you're focusing on past mistakesLurie suggests that you daydream to your heart's content but keep it positive.Mistakes We Make At Warehouse ClubsBuying too many perishables: That massive bag of avocados or 10-pound tub of strawberries might seem like a great deal, but if you can't eat them before they spoil, it's money wasted. Assuming all your shopping should be done there: Warehouse clubs don't always have the lowest price Price-comparison apps are your best friend here.Letting the giant carts trick you: Those carts are huge for a reason: they practically beg you to fill them. Getting lured by hot dogs and free samples: Sure, a $1.50 hot dog or a round of tasty samples feels like harmless fun. But once you're inside, you're more likely to justify other purchases you didn't plan on making. Ignoring warehouse club apps: Each warehouse club has its own app, and they often feature exclusive discounts, flash sales, or hidden deals not advertised in-store. Skipping the gift card section: Clubs often sell discounted gift cards for restaurants, movies, or retailers. That's basically free money if you're going to spend it anyway. Snagging a $100 card for $80 is an effortless win.Forgetting about extra perks:  Clubs often offer cheaper gas, prescription savings, insurance discounts, travel deals, and even theme park tickets. Not taking advantage of the return policy: Warehouse clubs have some of the most generous return policies around. Sometimes they even refund memberships if you're unhappy. Second Date UpdateMonica called us about Julian. They matched on Bumble and went to dinner in Burlingame. Monica said they ordered a bottle of wine, split an appetizer, and even lingered over dessert because the conversation was flowing so well. She thought he was engaged, asking about her job and her family, and she left the date thinking Julian was genuinely interested in seeing her again. But she never heard back.

School refusal and absence are at crisis levels. More than 40% of students are missing at least 10% of school days — and it’s only getting worse. Behind every statistic is a child struggling with anxiety, chronic illness, or the weight of a system that doesn’t fit. In this powerful conversation, Dr Justin Coulson speaks with Megan Gilmour, CEO of Missing School and 2025 ACT Australian of the Year. Megan’s own son battled a life-threatening illness that kept him from school for years, and her advocacy has since transformed the way we think about education, connection, and support for kids who can’t physically be in the classroom. If you’re worried about your child’s school avoidance — whether from illness, anxiety, or overwhelm — this episode will give you both hope and practical direction. KEY POINTS: Why school absence has skyrocketed since COVID. The hidden costs of missing school: academics, friendships, identity, and mental health. How school avoidance affects the whole family. What digital connection and flexible solutions can look like for struggling students. Why the current school model isn’t fit for today’s kids — and what needs to change. QUOTE OF THE EPISODE: “Wherever school absence starts — illness, anxiety, or overwhelm — the long-term impacts on a child’s wellbeing and future are profound. Connection is everything.” – Megan Gilmour RESOURCES MENTIONED: Missing School School Refusal [HF Article] #533 Emotion Based School Avoidance [HF Podcast Episode] ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS: Notice the early signs of school avoidance — and take them seriously. Keep the focus on connection, not just attendance. Explore flexible options, including digital classroom access, where possible. Seek support: schools can and must accommodate differences. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clarke Carlisle was once known as the “brainiest footballer” — a Premier League defender, PFA chairman, and TV pundit.But behind the public persona was a man crumbling under the weight of expectation, alcohol dependency, depression, and suicidal thoughts.In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Clarke sits down with Craig White to talk about the cost of tying your identity to performance, the masks men wear to survive, and the brutal reality of hitting rock bottom.He also shares the turning point that changed his life in 2017 - discovering cognitive analytical therapy (CAT), finding hope, and learning how to rebuild as a father, husband, and leader.If you've ever felt trapped by your own success, or wondered what it takes to come back from the darkest places, this conversation will hit home.Show NotesIdentity & CollapseHow injury and loss of football destroyed Clark's sense of worthThe dangers of tying identity to performanceAlcohol, Avoidance & The MaskDrinking, gambling, gaming — and the exhausting cost of hiding strugglesThe mask men wear to surviveRock BottomDepression, hypersomnia, bottles by the bedSuicide attempts and the moment he almost didn't surviveThe Turning Point2017: NHS psychiatric hospital and cognitive analytical therapy (CAT)How CAT therapy gave him hope and a way outPurpose & TransformationRebuilding as a husband, father, and leaderTurning his mess into his message with his wifeWhy speaking out, and knowing who to talk to, saves lives

Today's topic is maternal near-miss. If that term is unfamiliar, please join us to learn more about this perinatal scenario that profoundly impacts many birthing people, their partners, and the future of their mental health, marriages, and families. Our guest shares her professional expertise and her personal experience with navigating pregnancy loss, postpartum hemorrhage, and postpartum anxiety. Since this is an intense topic, please judge for yourself whether you are ready to listen.  Tiffany Lowther is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. She owns Lowther Counseling Services and is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Perinatal Mental Health. She specializes in supporting adults through pregnancy and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, along with trauma and PTSD related to pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum.  Show Highlights: Tiffany's journey leading to her specialization in perinatal mental health Explaining maternal near-miss: a life-threatening complication during pregnancy, childbirth, or up to 42 days postpartum, where a birthing person almost dies, but survives Don't dismiss or ignore feelings that something is “off.” Racial disparity and medical bias need to be changed. Emotional impacts of maternal near-miss (on the birthing person AND the family) The range of complicated feelings with maternal near-miss Conflicting emotions when the partner has to take over for the mother The importance of men taking care of their own mental health, even though they may find it uncomfortable Avoidance, dismissal, and a hesitation to have more children after a maternal near-miss Turning toward each other with honesty and love–how it helps the relationship. Steps to healing after maternal near-miss: Reach out to your support system and the appropriate mental health professionals. Talk to others in support groups to find empowerment. Tell your story! It helps the healing process. Recall the beautiful parts of your story. Tiffany's perspective: What mothers say about their healing, reconciliation, recovery, and relief after doing the hard work Tiffany's advice for those who have been through a maternal near-miss and might want to have another child Resources: Connect with Tiffany Lowther: Website and Facebook Call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA or visit cdph.ca.gov Please find resources in English and Spanish at Postpartum Support International, or by phone/text at 1-800-944-4773. There are many free resources, like online support groups, peer mentors, a specialist provider directory, and perinatal mental health training for therapists, physicians, nurses, doulas, and anyone who wants to be more supportive in offering services.  You can also follow PSI on social media: Instagram, Facebook, and most other platforms Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/ for information on the grief course.   Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today! If you are a California resident looking for a therapist in perinatal mental health, email me about openings for private pay clients! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-09-07-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, September 7, 2025, in the 830 AM service.   Scripture: 1st Corinthians 6:18-20; Proverbs 4:23; 1st Timothy 5:6; 1st Peter 2:11-12; 1st John 5;21   Notes: -This message brings a pastoral warning to pray everyday to avoid sin; run away from it. -It is easier to avoid temptation than fight it, so keep yourself in Jesus. -Stay around Godly people. -Don't look or listen to sin.

2025-09-07-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, September 7, 2025, in the 1030 AM service.   Scripture: 1st Corinthians 6:18-20; Proverbs 4:23; 1st Timothy 5:6; 1st Peter 2:11-12; 1st John 5;21   Notes: -This message brings a pastoral warning to pray everyday to avoid sin; run away from it. -It is easier to avoid temptation than fight it, so keep yourself in Jesus. -Stay around Godly people. -Don't look or listen to sin.

Political Avoidance and Values (propaganda and manipulation)

Send us a textWhen a partner says they need space, most of us freeze, wait, and hope, until reality lands like a punch in the gut. In this episode, Staci, Tom, and Brooke unpack the “default option”: the unconscious choices (shutting down, chasing, over-explaining, policing “boundaries”) that slowly erode connection. You'll learn why love isn't the problem, missing skills are, and how simple, repeatable practices (regulating your body, translating feelings into words, reaching for repair) interrupt panic and create safety. We walk through a real couple's story (Mark & Maggie) to show the shift from defensiveness to steady reconnection, and we introduce Action-Reward Pricing for the 30-Day Roadmap, built to get you out of limbo now, not “someday.” Plus: a playful “Default Flip Interrupt” you can try today, and the Song of the Week to get you moving when anxiety pins you down.Key TakeawaysThe “default option” = waiting, pretending, spiraling, and silent drift. It chooses you when you don't choose skills.Love isn't broken; the missing pieces are conflict skills, emotional regulation, repair, and agreements.Regulation first, words second: calm your body before you speak (or you'll weaponize your words).Consistency builds trust; wobbling between calm and chaos erodes it.Tiny, repeatable moves, nervous system resets, clear asks, humble repair, change the day-to-day.Timestamps: 03:50 The Impact of Avoidance and Miscommunication07:37 The Importance of Relationship Skills12:31 A Real-Life Example: Mark and Maggie18:24 Steps to Interrupt the Default Option23:07 The 30-Day Roadmap to Relationship Skills25:23 Special Offer and Pricing Strategy32:14 Humor and Exaggeration to Break Patterns37:32 Closing Thoughts and ResourcesResources MentionedTake the Quiz (free): https://space-assessment.scoreapp.com/Love in Limbo: 30-Day Roadmap: daily practice, coaching, and community to steady yourself and rebuild connection. Join here: https://stacibartley.com/30-day-roadmapAction-Reward Pricing: Join earliest for $197; waiting increases to $267 → $337 → $397. Prices rise because action now saves you money, and saves you weeks of spiraling while you wait.While-You-Wait Starter Kit: instant access to a 30-day audio challenge, meditations, coping tools, and journaling prompts so you start today.Earn Your Money Back: finish the Roadmap and apply your full investment to your next step with us.

In this week's mini episode, we're diving into one of the hardest — and most important — challenges avoidant men face in relationships: expressing emotions and needs. Host and men's dating & intimacy coach David Chambers breaks down why so many men struggle to open up, the hidden “armor” that keeps them silent, and the powerful yet simple practices that can help you feel safe to share your inner world. If you've ever felt like you “don't know what you're feeling,” worry your emotions will be used against you, or stay quiet until everything explodes, this episode will help you shift. You'll learn how to express feelings without losing power, how to ask for what you need, and how to build deeper intimacy through honest communication. David shares 5 guiding principles for emotional expression, tools for slowing down in arguments, and practical ways to practice being open — so you can build relationships rooted in trust, safety, and connection. Plus, he introduces his group program — Breaking the Chains of Avoidance — a powerful 12-week journey designed for men who want to transform avoidance into presence, intimacy, and lasting love.

This week, Florence is joined by the ultimate love duo — Asa and David, relationship coaches, partners, and parents, who are keeping it raw, real, and ultra practical when it comes to long-term love. From mismatched libidos to conflict spirals, morning routines to raising a baby, they're spilling the kind of advice that makes you go, “Oof… why didn't anyone tell me this sooner?” We dive into how to fight fair (without the silent treatment or full-blown meltdowns), why honesty only works if you can handle hearing the uncomfortable stuff, and how to bring back intimacy when Netflix and exhaustion have taken over your evenings. Asa and David share their own story too — from a suitcase that turned into six months of living together, to a move abroad, to parenthood — and how they built a foundation that can hold both deep healing and wild love. Expect laughter, vulnerability, and so many “aha” moments as we ask: what does it really take to keep desire, connection, and teamwork alive once the honeymoon fades? Curious f**kers, if you've ever thought “are we normal?” when it comes to fights, mismatched sex drives, or parenting stress — this episode is your permission slip to breathe, laugh, and know you're not alone. ASA's Links: IG @coachwithasa The Boundary Blueprint - Asa Baav (free download): www.asabaav.com/the-boundary-blueprint/ Unapologetic 2025 - Asa Baav: www.asabaav.com/unapologetic-2025/ DAVID'S Links:  YT ⁨@TheAuthenticMan⁩  IG @theauthenticman_ Breaking The Chains of Avoidance: www.theauthenticman.net/btca-sep-2025 FREE GIFT Why You Keep Pulling Away (Even When You Don't Want To): ⁠www.theauthenticman.net/why-you-keep-pulling-away-page⁠ To watch the full video, see exclusive content and support the podcast join our Patreon! Follow us on Instagram @comecurious and DM us your questions, stories and voicenotes! Follow Florence @florencebark Follow Reed @reedamberx Produced by @_thesassyshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a companion podcast for this morning's mantra. Avoidance feels like relief in the moment—a pause from discomfort—but over time, it binds us tighter. When we turn away from fear, silence what needs to be said, or delay what calls for action, we strengthen the very thing we wish to escape. Today’s meditation invites us to face what we fear with courage and care. As we lean into resistance, fear softens, courage grows, and the path to freedom becomes clear. Your Morning Mantra: I face what I fear with courage and care. Jennifer Cray is a life coach, meditation teacher and yoga teacher for Living Lit Up, based in Brisbane. You can deepen your meditation practices with her on Insight Timer. Insight TimerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you secretly a master at avoiding conflict and saying “yes” when you really want to scream “no?” In this eye-opening episode of “Strong Mind, Strong Body”, host Angie Miller gets real about the hidden health crisis behind conflict avoidance and people pleasing—and how these self-sacrificing habits may be costing you more than you realize. Drawing from her own childhood as the youngest in a busy single-parent household, Angie shares touching personal stories and the surprising ways her people-pleasing tendencies shaped her life. She explores why so many of us become emotional caretakers, putting everyone else's happiness above our own, and how this chronic self-neglect shows up as stress, sleep issues, tension, and even resentment. Backed by research and real-life client experiences, this monologue presentation reveals why people pleasing isn't a personality flaw, but a protective strategy—one that may have helped in the past but can keep us trapped in anxiety and one-sided relationships today. Angie dives into the roots of these patterns, why women especially face social pressure to accommodate, and—most importantly—how you can break free. Ready to stop being taken for granted and reclaim your sense of self? Discover practical tools to set boundaries, express your needs, and transform shallow connections into authentic relationships. Learn why healthier relationships begin with having the courage to be your true self. Don't miss this empowering conversation that will spark self-reflection and set you on a path toward better emotional and physical health! If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! The content shared in this podcast is solely for educational and entertainment purposes. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek out the guidance of your healthcare provider or other qualified professional. Any opinions expressed by guests and hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of NASM. Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

Over Labor Day weekend, false rumors spread online claiming President Trump had died, and millions believed them. Here's why fake news travels faster than facts and how news avoidance fuels the problem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Avoidance feels like relief in the moment—a pause from discomfort—but over time, it binds us tighter. When we turn away from fear, silence what needs to be said, or delay what calls for action, we strengthen the very thing we wish to escape. Today’s meditation invites us to face what we fear with courage and care. As we lean into resistance, fear softens, courage grows, and the path to freedom becomes clear. Your Morning Mantra: I face what I fear with courage and care. Jennifer Cray is a life coach, meditation teacher, and yoga teacher for Living Lit Up, based in Brisbane. You can deepen your meditation practices with her on Insight Timer. Insight TimerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you think of this episode? Do you have any topics you'd like me to cover?When things go wrong at school parents are bound to feel stressed, wanting the problem to be resolved as soon as possible. But - in the UK at least - the current complaints system is "working for no one", according to the Government's Education Secretary.Jason Elsom, CEO of charity Parentkind, says there's been a surge in parental complaints, that are being amplified via WhatsApp: Quoted in The Times“We are seeing a tsunami of parental complaints. It is never right to name and shame a school or engage in a WhatsApp pile-on, but schools need to make sure they have thought through how they engage parents to nip issues in the bud.”The charity Parentkind found in a poll of 2,000 parents that 38% had filed a formal school complaint in the past year, with the total number of complaints exceeding five million in just one year.Common areas of concern included bullying, student safety, school discipline and behaviour policies, homework, and teacher conduct.Elsom says says Parents are under enormous pressure with a cost-of-living crisis and ever increasing challenges at home, which sometimes spills over into the classroom, with parents complaining to schools about what they are hearing from their children and on WhatsApp groups.“Meanwhile nearly two thirds, or 65%, of school leaders say parental complaints increased during the 2023/24 academic year in a survey by UK and Ireland law firm Browne Jacobson. Nine in 10 (90%) believe complaints-handling is having a detrimental impact on staff wellbeing, with other knock-on effects cited including the quality of education being delivered (53%) and staff retention (48%).Melanie Sanderson, GOOD SCHOOLS GUIDE: https://www.goodschoolsguide.co.uk/SOURCE: https://www.brownejacobson.com/BrowneJacobson/media/Media/education/SLS-findings-Spring-2024.pdfOtoZen — a new driving safety appAre you worried about your teenager getting distracted behind the wheel? The OtoZen app helps in real time — not just after something's gone wrong. It has voice alerts, drive scores, and even safe driving challenges you can set together, it's the kind of tech that actually helps your teen build better habits. Support the showThis episode is sponsored by OtoZen: The brilliant new driving safety app https://www.otozen.com Please hit the follow button if you like the podcast, and share it with anyone who might benefit. You can review us on Apple podcasts by going to the show page, scrolling down to the bottom where you can click on a star then you can leave your message. I don't have medical training so please seek the advice of a specialist if you're not coping. My email is teenagersuntangled@gmail.com And my website has a blog, searchable episodes, and ways to contact me:www.teenagersuntangled.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/teenagersuntangled/Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/teenagersuntangled/You can reach Susie at www.amindful-life.co.uk

What if the scariest night of your life only had to happen once to ruin sleep forever? This true story from Tucson, Arizona, isn't just another haunted house tale—it's something far more sinister. A teenager, excited to move into his family's dream home, soon realized something inside the walls had been waiting… and watching. The house was beautiful, custom-built, and seemingly perfect. But beneath that clean exterior, a presence hid in silence. And it only needed one night to make itself known. Late one evening, while alone in a dark, windowless bedroom he called "the cave," he woke to a bone-chilling cold—and the overwhelming sense that something enormous was in the room with him. Then came the pressure, like a vice crushing his chest. A towering, shadowed figure appeared in the doorway—massive, faceless, hateful. What happened next defies logic: he was choked, held down, and nearly lost consciousness. And when it was over, it left no explanation—just silence… and a red ring around his neck. Was it a demonic entity? A real haunting tied to the mysterious couple who lived in the home before them? Or something older, more ancient, feeding off fear? He tried to warn his parents. They didn't believe him. They told him to pray. But prayer didn't make the figure disappear. Avoidance did. He never set foot in that room again. This is more than a ghost story. It's a paranormal encounter that never needed to repeat itself to leave a permanent mark. The signs were all there—the strange shuffling footsteps, the oppressive dread, the detached former owners. And in one horrifying moment, it all came together. Sometimes hauntings don't happen over time. Sometimes they come for you once—and it's enough. If you've ever woken up gasping, if you've ever felt eyes on you from the dark, you already know: not every haunting leaves a trail—some leave a scar. #RealGhostStories #TucsonHaunting #TrueHaunting #ParanormalExperience #SleepParalysisOrNot #DemonicEncounter #HauntedHouse #ShadowPeople #GhostStory #ChokedByAGhost #TerrifyingTrueStory #HauntedArizona Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

What if the scariest night of your life only had to happen once to ruin sleep forever? This true story from Tucson, Arizona, isn't just another haunted house tale—it's something far more sinister. A teenager, excited to move into his family's dream home, soon realized something inside the walls had been waiting… and watching. The house was beautiful, custom-built, and seemingly perfect. But beneath that clean exterior, a presence hid in silence. And it only needed one night to make itself known. Late one evening, while alone in a dark, windowless bedroom he called "the cave," he woke to a bone-chilling cold—and the overwhelming sense that something enormous was in the room with him. Then came the pressure, like a vice crushing his chest. A towering, shadowed figure appeared in the doorway—massive, faceless, hateful. What happened next defies logic: he was choked, held down, and nearly lost consciousness. And when it was over, it left no explanation—just silence… and a red ring around his neck. Was it a demonic entity? A real haunting tied to the mysterious couple who lived in the home before them? Or something older, more ancient, feeding off fear? He tried to warn his parents. They didn't believe him. They told him to pray. But prayer didn't make the figure disappear. Avoidance did. He never set foot in that room again. This is more than a ghost story. It's a paranormal encounter that never needed to repeat itself to leave a permanent mark. The signs were all there—the strange shuffling footsteps, the oppressive dread, the detached former owners. And in one horrifying moment, it all came together. Sometimes hauntings don't happen over time. Sometimes they come for you once—and it's enough. If you've ever woken up gasping, if you've ever felt eyes on you from the dark, you already know: not every haunting leaves a trail—some leave a scar. #RealGhostStories #TucsonHaunting #TrueHaunting #ParanormalExperience #SleepParalysisOrNot #DemonicEncounter #HauntedHouse #ShadowPeople #GhostStory #ChokedByAGhost #TerrifyingTrueStory #HauntedArizona Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

Life is hard, no matter what path you choose. The question is, which hard will you choose? In this episode of The Second of Strength Podcast, Tanner Clark dives into the idea of “choosing your hard” and the hidden costs of avoiding the tough things in your life. Whether it's relationships, health, work, or personal growth, every choice carries a challenge. But avoiding the hard stuff doesn't make it go away—it usually makes life harder down the road.This episode will challenge you to stop running from discomfort and start embracing the growth that comes from leaning into the right kind of “hard.”Which hard will you choose? SUBSCRIBE: Never miss an episode! RATE & REVIEW: Do me a favor and give the show a 5 star ratingSHARE: Who is the ONE person you know who needs this?

If you've ever sidestepped a tough conversation, ignored a problem, or avoided something that scares you, this episode is for you. Avoidance and anxiety often go hand-on-hand. Avoiding a problem helps you feel better right now, but it leads to long-term problems. It also makes anxiety worse in the long run. Today I'm joined by Dr. Robin Walser, clinical psychologist and expert in acceptance and commitment therapy. Together, we explore why we avoid, how it impacts our mental health, and—most importantly—how to break free from the avoidance cycle. Some of the things we talk about are: Why avoidance feels good in the short term but keeps you stuck in the long run How avoidance shrinks your life and disconnects you from the things that matter most to you The surprising ways avoidance is reinforced—and how to break the cycle How to face uncomfortable emotions without feeling overwhelmed Why connecting with your values can help you face the things you're trying to avoid How to take small steps toward the things you've been avoiding The link between facing your discomfort and mental strength Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mentally Stronger Premium⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content like bonus episodes, signed books, and 30-day challenges that will keep you growing stronger. Links & Resources RobynWalser.com You Are Not Your Trauma Connect with the Show Buy a copy of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Amy on Instagram — ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@AmyMorinAuthor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit my website — ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AmyMorinLCSW.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsors HoneyLove — Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠honeylove.com/STRONGER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #honeylovepod CocoaVia — Get 20% off with code Amy2025 at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cocoavia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. OneSkin — Get 15% off OneSkin with the code STRONGER at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.oneskin.co/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Quince - Go to Quince.com/stronger for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns! ZocDoc — Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Zocdoc.com/STRONGER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today! Shopify — Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shopify.com/mentallystronger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Life Kit — Listen to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Life Kit podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ from NPR. Mentally Strong App — Take your mental strength to the next level. Sign up at AmyMorinLCSW.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's mini-episode, I dive into the difference between healthy space and destructive distancing in relationships. From sudden silence and vague disappearances to clear, time-bound requests for space, I break down how avoidant men often get it wrong—and how to ask for what you need without creating rupture. I also share a simple framework to help you reconnect with your partner in a way that builds trust, intimacy, and love, instead of pushing them away. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theauthenticman_/ Website: https://www.theauthenticman.net/ For Coaching: hello@theauthenticman.net Newsletter: https://www.theauthenticman.net/home-subscribe

Mid-life crises have a bad rap.

My intention inside this episode is to remind you of that big, juicy, audacious creative vision that is all your own. That desire commensurate with the expanse of your power. That idea, project or offer that only feels intimidating because it is a threat to colonial order and the colonized part of us might be sacred of it. As it should be, but let's rest in the fact that this is natural and impermanent. Just like fear is an indication of desire, so is the avoidance of our own audacity. Avoidance is different than procrastination. We procrastinate on certain tasks, because the stakes are usually low. We avoid our audacity, because the stakes are higher than they've ever been. Sometimes we avoid answering the call of our audacious desire because we know it will demand the sort of transformation that changes everything and perhaps that is entirely the point.ResourcesLearn More and Enroll Into the Laboratory of Erotic Engineering to Join Us Inside the Upcoming Workshop, "Create It, Not In The Future, But Now": https://www.seedaschool.com/labSubscribe to the Seeda School Substack: ⁠https://seedaschool.substack.com/⁠Follow Ayana on Instagram: ⁠⁠@ayzaco⁠⁠Follow Ayana on Threads: ⁠⁠@ayzaco⁠⁠Follow Seeda School on Instagram: ⁠⁠@seedaschool⁠Citations“In the context of such enormous structural violence, how was it possible to imagine that a beautiful life is possible? Even more unthinkable was the idea that one might create it, not in the future, but now.” — Saidiya Hartman (Source: Regard for One Another: A Conversation Between Rizvana Bradley and Saidiya Hartman published via the Los Angeles Review of Books on October 8, 2019)Cover Art: Stills from Oscar Micheaux, Swing! (1938) (Library of Congress) (Source: “A Book of Necessary, Speculative Narratives for the Anonymous Black Women of History” by Sarah Rose Sharp, published via Hyperallergic on April 15th, 2019)

Ever asked an autistic and/or adhd child to do something “simple” and they had a meltdown or shutdown? Does it seem like they'll do anything to avoid? In this episode, I'm breaking down the reasons behind the avoidance and I'll introduce you to The Doable Approach. It's my practical, neurodiversity-affirming approach that helps kids feel safe, understood, and capable. In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ Why avoidance isn't refusal ✅ The “invisible stacked blocks” that lead to meltdowns and shutdowns ✅ Practical ways to make tasks and time feel doable ✅ How to support mental health and increase confidence

Enjoy the episode? Send us a text!Are you noticing patterns in the way you and your spouse talk to each other that leave you feeling distant, frustrated, or unheard? In this video, we'll unpack 3 signs of unhealthy communication in your marriage—and what you can do to stop them before they cause lasting damage.Drawing from leading research and years of experience at Marriage Helper, we'll walk through: ✅ Disrespectful communication—why criticism, belittling, or eye-rolling can erode trust. ✅ Avoidance and isolation—why “never fighting” isn't healthy and how conflict can actually build intimacy. ✅ Jokes at your spouse's expense—how sarcasm and mockery damage closeness and connection.If you've wondered whether the way you communicate is creating distance instead of closeness, this video will give you the clarity you need. You'll also learn practical steps to replace unhealthy patterns with healthier, more loving ways of talking with your spouse.At Marriage Helper, we believe communication can either tear a marriage apart—or transform it into something stronger than ever before. Don't miss this video if you want to build deeper intimacy, respect, and connection in your relationship.If you're struggling in your marriage, don't wait. Get our FREE resource: The 7 Steps to Rescue Your Marriage

Is there a way to talk about finances that isn't stressful or disconnecting? Yes — start having regular money dates! In this episode, Dr. Alexandra Stockwell shares how couples can turn financial conversations into intimate, collaborative, and even playful experiences. Inspired by a conversation with her newlywed daughter, Dr. Alexandra offers a simple, flexible framework for celebrating wins, reviewing your finances, and setting meaningful goals together — all while deepening love, trust, and understanding.  Whether you've been together for a few months or many decades, you'll discover how money dates can strengthen both your relationship and your future.   Key insights: How to weave connection and love into financial conversations  A simple, step-by-step approach for meaningful and enjoyable money dates Begin with celebrations to set a positive, collaborative tone Gently review and organize your finances together Create shared goals that inspire your future as a couple

Want to speak up more confidently in meetings—whether it's a one-on-one with your boss or in front of a whole group? If you've ever stayed quiet even when you had something valuable to share, this episode is for you. We're diving into what holds you back, how to shift the way you see yourself, and powerful tools to start showing up with boldness at work. Plus, I'll share a special invitation to my only virtual event this year.

Are you pouring a glass of wine, reaching for food, or keeping yourself endlessly busy just to cope? I know what that feels like, because I did it too. Wine to switch off, food for comfort, busyness to avoid slowing down. I thought I was protecting myself from stress — but in reality, I was avoiding the deeper pain underneath. And it nearly broke me. Here are 3 reasons to tune in: Discover the hidden ways avoidance might be showing up in your own life (without you even realising). Learn the real cost of numbing with wine, food, or busyness — and why it keeps you stuck. Hear what happened when I stopped running from stress and started facing it — and how you can do the same. Avoidance feels easier in the short term, but it always comes at a high price. This episode will help you see what it might be costing you — and what's possible when you choose a different way. Click play and let's dive in.

Dr. Noel Rousseau and Trevor Jones have combined forces to form a partnership whose sole focus is to help you beat the Yips. Both Trevor and Noel are PGA Golf Professionals and they bring their coaching/teaching insight and their extensive research into the Yips to the #OntheMark show. Suffering from the Yips is an awful malady and shockingly about 50% of the world's golfing population suffer from, or have suffered from the Yips.  Hence the urgency in Trevor and Noel's work and they share tips, tricks and thoughts to help you back to golf freedom.  They discuss: The Yips - What, How and Why? The fact that having the Yips is no longer a death penalty for golfers Solving the problem with more than just technical solutions Neuroscientific influences in the Yips The differences between the Yips in Putting and Chipping Contrasting and dealing with Type 1 and Type 2 Yips  FOPO - Fear of Other People's Opinions Exposure Therapy for success, and  Diffusion exercises and skills to compose the mind. Trevor also highlights the two ways a golfer will deal with the yips - the B.A.D. Way (Blind Spots, Avoidance and Distraction)  and the A.C.E. Way (Acknowledge, Compose and Engage). This podcast is also available for viewing on YouTube.  Search and subscribe to Mark Immelman.

In this week's episode, I dive into one of the most common but frustrating dating patterns men struggle with—the urge to pull away the moment things start to feel emotionally close. If you've ever wondered why your desire drops off as soon as connection deepens, this conversation will hit home. I break down why this reflex to distance isn't about “not being into her”—it's about you, your attachment system, and old programming that makes intimacy feel unsafe. From post-sex distancing to overthinking, devaluing relationships, and suppressing emotions, I uncover how this cycle keeps you stuck in regret and longing. Most importantly, I share a powerful three-step framework—Activation, Awareness, Transformation—that will help you identify your triggers, lean in instead of pulling back, and repair the connection when you withdraw. You'll learn practical tools like titrating closeness, disclosing emotions, and expressing yourself with honesty so you can finally break free of avoidance and build the relationships you want. If you've been frustrated by repeating the same dating loop, this episode gives you the clarity and practices to start changing it. Plus, I talk about my program—Breaking the Chains of Avoidance—a transformational 12-week journey designed to help avoidant men move into secure attachment, create real intimacy, and lead their relationships with confidence. Breaking the Chains of Avoidance: [link] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theauthenticman_ Website: https://www.theauthenticman.net/ For Coaching: hello@theauthenticman.net Newsletter: https://www.theauthenticman.net/home-...

The greatest risk to your business exit is relational. When you exit your business, it's not just a transaction. It is an emotional shift that can ripple through your marriage, your family, and your identity. In this episode, Jerome Myers speaks with Ruschelle Khanna, psychotherapist and author of Inherited Trauma and Family Wealth, about the emotional complexity of exiting a business and why unspoken dynamics can quietly sabotage even the best-laid plans. Listen now to discover how to protect both your legacy and your relationships. [00:00 – 13:00] Exit as Emotional Death Why a business exit mirrors grief and identity loss Common signs of resistance: sabotage, denial, and clinging to control The emotional weight on both the exiting founder and the heir [13:01 – 26:00] Marriage, Misalignment, and Mutual Resentment How exits reveal cracks in communication and shared meaning What Gottman's 7 Principles reveal about post-exit stress Why many spouses feel excluded, even when they say they're fine [26:01 – 36:00] Emotional Needs and Adult Tantrums HALT (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired): decoding emotional outbursts Reparenting your partner: how trauma shows up in conflict Why emotional regulation is critical in post-exit life [36:01 – 50:00] Family Tension and Generational Distance How adult children emotionally react to legacy decisions Spotting the signs of withdrawal, resentment, or performative agreement Avoidance, silence, and the cost of not asking hard questions [50:01 – End] Trauma, Transition, and Transcendence The 5 trauma liabilities: chaos, procrastination, fawning, and more Inheriting more than money, modeling emotional clarity Choosing joy, presence, and intentionality in your next chapter Key Quotes: “A business exit is a tiny death.” – Ruschelle Khanna “The definition of a healthy mind is to be able to hold onto two ideas at the same time.” – Ruschelle Khanna Connect with Ruschelle! LinkedIn:  linkedin.com/in/ruschelle-khanna-lifestyle-for-legacy Website:  https://www.lifestyleforlegacy.com/ Ready for your next chapter? Start Your Assessment Now

Avoidance only makes fear grow louder. In this episode, I explore why putting things off makes them feel heavier, and how one small step can shift everything. Let's talk about how gentle action—not perfection—breaks the cycle of procrastination and brings us back to steadiness, clarity, and self-trust.

In this episode, I respond to a listener question that highlights two very different—but equally important—play therapy dynamics. One child clings to the therapist immediately, handcuffing herself to me in the first session and refusing to leave in the second. Another child dives deep into intense work right away, only to recoil and resist in subsequent sessions. I unpack both situations and explain how these behaviors reveal underlying attachment needs, relational fractures, and the natural ebb and flow of the CCPT process. From recognizing maladaptive coping strategies, to understanding why children sometimes bypass initiation and resistance phases, I share how to stay grounded, reflect feelings, and trust the therapeutic process. Whether a child is overly eager or pushing us away, both are doing important work—and both scenarios remind us why consistency and adherence to the model matter so much. PlayTherapyNow.com is my HUB for everything I do! playtherapynow.com. Sign up for my email newsletter, stay ahead with the latest CCPT CEU courses, personalized coaching opportunities and other opportunities you need to thrive in your CCPT practice. If you click one link in these show notes, this is the one to click! Topical Playlists! All of the podcasts are now grouped into topical playlists now on YouTube. Please go to https://www.youtube.com/@kidcounselorbrenna/playlists to view them. If you would like to ask me questions directly, check out www.ccptcollective.com, where I host two weekly Zoom calls filled with advanced CCPT case studies and session reviews, as well as member Q&A. You can take advantage of the two-week free trial to see if the CCPT Collective is right for you. Ask Me Questions: Call ‪(813) 812-5525‬, or email: brenna@thekidcounselor.com Brenna's CCPT Hub: https://www.playtherapynow.com CCPT Collective (online community exclusively for CCPTs): https://www.ccptcollective.com Podcast HQ: https://www.playtherapypodcast.com APT Approved Play Therapy CE courses: https://childcenteredtraining.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/playtherapypodcast Common References: Cochran, N., Nordling, W., & Cochran, J. (2010). Child-Centered Play Therapy (1st ed.). Wiley. VanFleet, R., Sywulak, A. E., & Sniscak, C. C. (2010). Child-centered play therapy. Guilford Press. Landreth, G.L. (2023). Play Therapy: The Art of the Relationship (4th ed.). Routledge. Landreth, G.L., & Bratton, S.C. (2019). Child-Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT): An Evidence-Based 10-Session Filial Therapy Model (2nd ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315537948 Benedict, Helen. Themes in Play Therapy. Used with permission to Heartland Play Therapy Institute.

Join the Focused Visionary Accelerator today (FVA)! FVA is your go to program if you are a business owner ready to scale to the next level. You will receive expert guidance, personalized coaching, a supportive community without the overwhelm and burnout. Just focus and direction to scale your business. ____________________________________________If you're a service provider, coach, consultant, freelancer, or creative entrepreneur with ADHD (or other forms of neurodivergence), you've probably asked yourself:"Why can't I just get this done?"Whether it's following up with leads, posting on social, sending the invoice, or even responding to a client email—some days your brain just says… nope. This episode is about what's really going on underneath that resistance: demand avoidance.Inside this episode, you'll learn:What demand avoidance actually is (and why it's not a mindset problem)How it shows up in business for ADHD entrepreneursWhy it quietly costs you time, energy, and salesHow to work with your brain instead of shaming yourself into actionSimple, practical strategies to reduce resistance and create structure with fluidityWhether you've been officially diagnosed or you just feel this deeply, this conversation will help you move with more awareness and ease in your business—without trying to force yourself into a system that doesn't fit.

reference: Sri Aurobindo and the Mother, Looking from Within, Chapter 5, Attitudes on the Path, pp. 153-154 This episode is also available as a blog post at https://sriaurobindostudies.wordpress.com/2025/08/18/neither-suppression-indulgence-blame-shifting-nor-avoidance-solves-the-issue-of-overcoming-the-vital-force-of-desire/Video presentations, interviews and podcast episodes are allavailable on the YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@santoshkrinsky871More information about Sri Aurobindo can be found at www.aurobindo.net  The US editions and links to e-book editions of SriAurobindo's writings can be found at Lotus Press www.lotuspress.com

What are you putting off? People don't put off good things, so what is fueling your procrastination? Josh and Brian share a real stories about where they failed and how they learned from why things went down the way they did.   Listen to our episode with Kris Kelso: https://podcast.curiositycontinuum.com/e/roundtable-kris-kelso-overcoming-the-imposter/ View the Instagram post from Kris referenced in the show: https://www.instagram.com/p/CKxSei2L03D/

Getting out of debt can feel impossible, especially when you're building a therapy practice, managing student loans, and trying to make your work sustainable for the long haul.Jacent Wamala, a licensed marriage and family therapist, financial wellness coach, and founder of Wamala Wellness, joins Michael Fulwiler to share how she paid off nearly $100,000 in debt in just three years. Jacent talks candidly about her journey through divorce, grief, and financial instability, and how those experiences shaped the way she supports other therapists in doing the same.This episode is packed with practical advice and mindset shifts for therapists who want to take control of their finances without sacrificing their mission to help others.In the conversation, they discuss:Why debt payoff is more about mindset than mathHow to create a money plan that aligns with your lifeWhat it means to build a “money team” for your businessConnect with the guest:Jacent on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacentwamala/ Jacent on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacent-wamala-aa8baa194/Jacent on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_i5S1hB1NAe1v2xxg3kUQA Visit the Wamala Wellness website: https://www.wamalawellness.com/ Connect with Michael and Heard:Michael's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelfulwiler/ Newsletter: https://www.joinheard.com/newsletter Book a free consult: joinheard.com/consult Related Webinars: https://www.joinheard.com/events/debt-free-therapist-strategies-for-financial-liberation, https://www.joinheard.com/events/mastering-financial-wellness Episode blog post: https://www.joinheard.com/articles/how-i-paid-off-94-000-in-debt-in-3-years-as-a-marriage-and-family-therapist Jump into the conversation:(00:00) Welcome to Heard Business School(01:20) Meet Jacent Wamala(03:10) Why She's Not a Financial Therapist(03:46) Growing Up Ugandan-American And Moving to Vegas(07:26) The Cost of Grad School Debt(10:07) Divorce, Grief, And Her Financial Turning Point(12:56) Calculating Net Worth Changed Everything(15:24) What Net Worth Really Tells You(19:28) Avoidance vs. Acceptance in Money Mindset(21:22) Budgeting and Setting Clear Debt Goals(23:03) Living Lean to Accelerate Debt Payoff(25:58) Building a Money Team for Support(28:00) It's Mindset, Not Just Math(31:00) Real Therapist Success Story: Alicia's Journey(35:23) Hesitation, Self-Sabotage, And Getting Help(37:10) Raise Your Rates And Restructure Finances(40:19) The Most Common Mistake: Disorganization(44:05) Finance Strategies Must Fit Your Lifestyle(45:58) Debt Payoff Methods Explained(49:21) Using Profit-First To Manage Your BusinessThis episode is to be used for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, business, or tax advice. Each person should consult their own attorney, business advisor, or tax advisor with respect to matters referenced in this episode.

Episode Introduction: In this episode, we explore how grief—often avoided, misunderstood, and pushed down—can actually become the catalyst for living fully and authentically. Dr. Michelle Petticola shares powerful insights on transforming complex grief into fuel for life's purpose. You'll discover why facing your emotions is essential, how reframing loss can shift your experience, and the hidden costs of suppressing what your heart needs to feel.     3 Main Takeaways: Surrender is the first step to transformation — Allowing emotions to flow opens the door to healing and self-discovery. Reframe grief as a measure of love — Shifting perspective transforms pain into a lasting, meaningful connection. Unprocessed grief impacts every area of life — Avoidance drains energy, creates emotional blocks, and can keep you from living true to yourself.     3 Main Topics with Timestamps, Citations, and Explanations: 1. The Power of Surrender (14:01) "You have to surrender to the experience... There's no magic pill. There is no quick formula. You have to go through the process. And it's good because when you go through the process, you transform." Explanation: Accepting and fully feeling emotions instead of resisting them prevents them from becoming trapped in the body. This openness can lead to personal breakthroughs and deeper self-awareness.     2. Reframing Loss as Love (22:32) "What if instead of looking at it that way, you look at it as your grief is a measurement of your love for this woman." Explanation: Changing the meaning you give to grief shifts the emotional experience. Viewing grief as evidence of deep love creates an empowering connection rather than a debilitating wound.     3. The Hidden Impact of Unprocessed Grief (20:24) "If you don't grieve, the emotions get stuck in your body… As soon as they start to get that relief… suddenly they have all this energy that they didn't have because… you're exhausted." Explanation: Suppressing emotions requires constant effort, which drains vitality and can manifest as physical or mental health challenges. Releasing them restores energy and emotional clarity. Connections: Visit us: MarniBattista.Com Ready To Create Your Corporate Escape Plan? Book A Call With MeTake the Quiz: Unlock the shocking truth about how your unique personality type is silently shaping your future Buy Your Radical Living Challenge: 7 Questions For Living The Meaningful Life Secrets Of Life and Death Complex Grief Checklist  

Welcome to the start of our SIX PART SERIES, "Communication Lies Leaders Believe." In this episode, Tammy J. Bond tackles a common and costly workplace myth: the idea that an employee who says they're "overwhelmed" simply needs more support. Tammy reveals: when a direct report can't articulate their workload, they're not overwhelmed—they're underperforming and avoiding accountability. Tammy provides a practical, no-nonsense strategy to get to the root of the problem. She introduces the "Squeeze Technique," a method to transform excuses into ownership. It's about providing the clarity, structure, and accountability people need to succeed. Tammy challenges leaders to stop avoiding tough conversations and start leading with clear expectations, because overwhelmed does not equal accountability. Key Takeaways for Leaders Overwhelmed is the New Excuse: Recognize that "overwhelmed" is often used as a blanket statement to avoid accountability. It's up to you to dig deeper. The Squeeze Technique: Apply this strategy to press for specifics when an employee claims to be overwhelmed. Ask for details on their daily tasks, resources, and time management. Stop Babysitting: Your job isn't to put on a magic cape and solve their problems. It's to provide the clarity, tools, and accountability for them to solve it themselves. Avoidance vs. Support: Don't confuse avoiding a hard conversation with "keeping the peace." Your avoidance is actually enabling learned helplessness and resentment. Victim Mindset: The victim narrative ("I can't do it all") must be transformed into a framework of personal ownership and responsibility. The Power of Documentation: Use frequent, short meetings and follow-up emails to document expectations and deliverables. This serves as a foundation for accountability or necessary escalation. Ownership through Reflection: Flip an employee's excuses by asking them to reflect on their role in the situation, turning their focus from external factors to internal responsibility. In This Episode, You'll Learn How to identify when an employee is underperforming versus truly overwhelmed. The "Squeeze Technique" to get specifics and expose lack of follow-through. Why avoiding difficult conversations about performance leads to resentment and drama. Practical steps for setting clear expectations and daily check-ins to foster accountability. How to use documentation to support your leadership decisions and escalation processes. Resources Listen to the full six-part series: "Communication Lies Leaders Believe." bondgroupenterprises.com/podcast Join the waitlist for our next Leadership Sandbox Mastermind groups, starting in September, to get the support you need to lead with bold clarity and stop operating on lies. Sign up today: leadershipsandbox.com/groups

Sometimes “just be gracious” is really code for “don't rock the boat.” But when grace gets twisted into silence, avoidance, or fear, it stops looking like Jesus. In this episode, we're talking about the quiet damage that happens when harmful behavior is tolerated in the name of patience or peace. What do you do when you're not in charge but can't ignore the dysfunction? Let's get real about boundaries, truth, and the courage to speak up in love.What You'll Hear:Why avoidance often gets mislabeled as grace in small church cultureThe difference between strong personalities and destructive behaviorWhat it looks like to protect others without overstepping leadershipSimple language and actions that help you draw healthy linesEncouragement to stay spiritually healthy—even when your church isn'tJoin our free Facebook Community: www.facebook.com/groups/smallchurchministryRate, Review, & Follow Laurie on Apple Podcasts"I love Laurie and The Small Church Ministry Podcast!!"

In this eye-opening solo episode, Darin shares his deeply personal and passionate take on social drinking—why he stopped, how alcohol has impacted his family, and what it truly means to stand in your own sovereignty. This is not about judgment or shame—it's an invitation to look inward, to question the automatic patterns we adopt from society, and to reclaim power over our choices. Whether you drink casually or you've been considering cutting back, this episode is packed with facts, personal reflections, and empowering perspectives to help you live your SuperLife with more clarity, intention, and presence.     What You'll Learn: [00:00] Welcome to SuperLife and this week's powerful Fatal Convenience [00:32] The science-backed tech Darin uses daily: PEMF, red light, and TheraSage [02:15] The fatal convenience of social drinking—and why Darin is sharing this now [02:50] Alcohol killed Darin's father. This is personal. [03:45] “Just because you're not an alcoholic doesn't mean it's not affecting your life” [04:30] The moment in college that changed everything for Darin [05:20] Can you party without drinking? Darin did—and found freedom [06:15] The long global history of alcohol and fermentation [07:15] From medicine to epidemic: when alcohol became a societal problem [08:00] Why alcohol is the most addictive, normalized substance in America [08:35] The truth about pain: alcohol doesn't erase it, it buries it [09:05] Sovereignty in social settings: how to stay true to your values [09:55] Holidays, family, alcohol—and the truth we're avoiding [10:05] Darin's personal week of pain and generational trauma [10:45] Why processing pain gives us access to our truest selves [11:15] The science: how alcohol weakens immunity, causes cancer, and shrinks the brain [12:15] Kombucha at parties? Yep. Mocktails? Absolutely. Be prepared. [13:00] What abstinence does to heal your brain and body over time [13:45] Why we really drink: coping, avoidance, stress, trauma, and suppression [14:35] Real tools: how to support yourself emotionally without alcohol [15:20] Ask yourself: do you want the drink—or do you want what it promises? [16:00] Stand in your sovereignty—without judgment of others [16:45] Darin's final plea: give yourself the awareness to choose differently     Thank You to Our Sponsors: Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Bite Toothpaste: Go to trybite.com/DARIN20 or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order.     Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Website: https://superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences     Key Takeaway: "Alcohol was never the problem. Avoidance was. Pain doesn't go away when you drink—it just does push-ups in the parking lot, waiting to take you out when you least expect it. Sovereignty is built in those moments where you choose truth, even when it's hard.”