Podcasts about habitaware

Barbara is back with another Your Questions, My Answers episode of Trich Talks!In this episode, she tackles questions from the trichotillomania community, including:Does trichotillomania cause gray hair to appear sooner?What is the best way to grow hair back faster?How do hair-pulling episodes start for you? Are they caused by stress or something else?Will my eyelashes ever grow back?How do I stop trichotillomania?Drawing from both her lived experience and the research she explored behind the scenes, Barbara shares her honest thoughts and insights on each question. Whether you submitted a question or not, chances are you'll find something in this episode that resonates with your own journey.Tune in for an open, informative, and relatable conversation about life with trichotillomania.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Kailey (@embracingmysuperpower) returns to Trich Talks with an exciting milestone to celebrate—8 weeks pull-free! Having shared her journey on the podcast before, she's back to reflect on the progress she's made, the challenges she's overcome, and the confidence she's rebuilding along the way.With the unwavering support of her family, friends, and coworkers, Kailey has reached meaningful milestones, including wearing her hair uncovered at work for the first time in three years. In this inspiring conversation, she shares what has helped her stay on track, the impact of community and support, and what life looks like as she continues her recovery journey.Listen to Kailey's first appearance: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5fPa5QHOy6BpZbXBITqLt7?si=b_5kfjCUTTCVpQGJQ7o9QQ —Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Shiffy Andelman (@shifkay) shares her experience living with trichotillomania and hopes to bring more awareness and understanding to hair-pulling and related behaviors.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Ava has experienced trichotillomania, including pulling her hair, eyelashes, and eyebrows, since she was 8 years old. Only recently, after discovering the HabitAware Collective community, has she truly begun to manage, accept, and confront her BFRB. Outside of her BFRB journey, Ava is a college student who also works part-time at her local zoo.^We did not pay her to say this!—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Amber (@amberinthedriversseat) is a stay-at-home mom of four who has lived with hair pulling since a young age. After only recently discovering the official name of the disorder just two months ago, she has turned her experience into advocacy, using social media to raise awareness, share her journey, and help others feel less alone. In this episode, Amber opens up about living with trichotillomania, overcoming shame, and finding empowerment through vulnerability and community.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Lauren D. Fulter (@laurendfulter_author) published her first book at age sixteen, but she's been writing her fictional friends ever since she could hold a crayon. As a neurodivergent creative with trichotillomania, she's passionate about helping people feel seen in the media they consume. She is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCWBI) and is a marketing assistant for Whimsical Publishing. She is attending university in the sunny state of California for a BA in Humanities with an emphasis in Creative Writing.Learn more by visiting: https://www.laurendfulter.com/ —Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Jennifer Mbanu (@jenmbanuwellness) is a passionate patient advocate and wellness entrepreneur dedicated to raising awareness around body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs), including Trichotillomania, which she has personally navigated for the past 33 years. After opening her wellness business this past October, Jennifer continues to create spaces for education, healing, and community support. She will also be presenting in the HabitAware Collective on May 14th. Jennifer currently lives in Indianapolis with her husband, two teenagers, and their Doberman, Charlie.Listen to Jennifer's previous appearances on Trich Talks!https://open.spotify.com/episode/0wreuyQf2rnV4J8e9MCZiT?si=HSDXQYRmQOmKr2V4ZDI8Aghttps://open.spotify.com/episode/6Jc9KZVSDN1YNqj7lvnfg6?si=cxNI4aqISvWlL7-q5d1HeA—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

In this episode of Trich Talks, Barbara responds to questions from the community, offering both practical guidance and honest insight into living with trichotillomania. She shares how listeners can join a supportive, judgment-free group and explores alternative strategies for managing urges—especially in areas like eyelashes where physical barriers can be challenging.From there, the conversation opens up into broader topics, including common concerns around co-occurring conditions, ways to navigate appearance-related challenges like eyebrows, and the question so many people ask: how to actually begin reducing the behavior.Rather than focusing on quick fixes, Barbara emphasizes a more realistic and compassionate approach—centered on awareness, gradual progress, and finding what works for each individual.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Alan interviews Aneela Idnani - inventor of the Keen 2 bracelet. After suffering for years with a psychological disorder that caused her to pull out all her eyebrows, Aneela Idnani invented a solution - the Keen 2 bracelet. The Keen 2 bracelet has changed habits and touched thousands of lives all over the globe. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.habitaware.com

Brandi Davis (@brandidcozytrichtalk) is a trichotillomania advocate who has been navigating life with the condition since she began hair pulling at just 8 years old. Now 34, she shares her lived experience with honesty and compassion, helping others feel less alone while raising awareness about trichotillomania.Through her platform, Brandi creates a supportive space for open conversation, breaking stigma and encouraging understanding around body-focused repetitive behaviors. Outside of her advocacy work, she is married and a proud bonus mom, bringing warmth and relatability to everything she does.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Holly Johnson (@trich.journey) returns to the podcast one year later, opening up about how her journey with BFRBs has evolved since her last appearance. She shares the highs, and the real, unfiltered growth she's experienced along the way—offering insight, honesty, and hope for anyone navigating their own path. This episode is pure motivation.Follow Holly's walking page @mindfulmilesclub_ Listen to Holly's first appearance on Trich Talks: Here!—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

After struggling for years with skin/nail picking personally, as well as noticing the issue come up again and again in her professional life working in behavioral health, Emma (@tranquilitips) is now working to build something new to support this community. TranquiliTips are cuticle protectors that work by creating a barrier to protect the skin, while redirecting picking motions to the sleeve rather than to the skin itself. Visit www.tranquilitips.com for more!—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Today's episode of Trich Talks is a special one.Barbara reads from The Trichster Diaries and she officially comes to the end of the book. In this episode, she opens up about what it was like sharing her trichotillomania with her husband (then her new boyfriend!)—something that felt scary, vulnerable, and ultimately so freeing.He even makes a little cameo, which makes this episode extra meaningful.To the listeners, thank you for being here, and for being part of this journey. Finishing this book feels like such a full-circle moment.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries here or unsigned from Amazon—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

In today's episode of Trich Talks, Barbara reads from her memoir, The Trichster Diaries. She highlights the small but meaningful moments of connection that help break the silence around trichotillomania, while also embracing the humor in the unexpected ways it shows up—or doesn't—in daily life. Through it all, she reminds us just how powerful it can be to share our experiences with trusted friends instead of carrying them alone.And with just one episode left of The Trichster Diaries, you won't want to miss what's coming next.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries here or unsigned from Amazon—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Aleshia Wisch (@thealeshiawisch) has lived with trichotillomania for decades and now helps women heal through nervous-system–first support rooted in lived experience. She is the founder of the Becoming Her Movement and is passionate about helping women move out of shame and into safety, self-trust, and real change—without relying on willpower or self-blame.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Aleshia Wisch (@thealeshiawisch) has lived with trichotillomania for decades and now helps women heal through nervous-system–first support rooted in lived experience. She is the founder of the Becoming Her Movement and is passionate about helping women move out of shame and into safety, self-trust, and real change—without relying on willpower or self-blame.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

In this episode of Trich Talks, Barbara reads from The Trichster Diaries and opens up about her struggle with hair pulling while working as a classroom teacher. Standing in front of students each day while privately — or maybe not so privately — battling urges took an emotional toll. She reflects on what it felt like to remain in a role she knew was negatively impacting her trichotillomania, yet one she felt an obligation to see through until the end of the school year. Through using spinner rings to keep her hands busy and committing to therapy to shift her mindset, she found ways to cope during that season of life.Most importantly, Barbara shares how telling her story changed her life — transforming shame into connection and isolation into purpose — and how speaking your truth might just change yours, too.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries at barbaralally.com or an unsigned copy on Amazon.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

In this episode of Trich Talks, Barbara reads from The Trichster Diaries and reflects on the different places and situations that used to trigger her hair pulling. From the car to the bathroom to post-dance recitals, she shares the environments that sparked the urge and the compulsive need to check the mirror after each pull.Barbara explores the cycle of pulling → checking → shame, and the emotional weight it carries. This episode offers an honest look at how triggers can appear in everyday life and how awareness and self-compassion can help break the cycle.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries at barbaralally.com or an unsigned copy on Amazon.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Jessie Hannah (@barebecoming) has lived with a body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB) for over 25 years, beginning at age seven. For much of her life, she believed it was something she should be able to control through willpower alone, a belief that kept her stuck in silence and shame.Everything shifted when she participated in group CBT for BFRBs and experienced, for the first time, what it felt like to speak openly among people who truly understood. That sense of compassion and community helped loosen the shame that had carried the most weight.Not long after, Jessie shaved her head and began sharing her journey publicly, connecting with others navigating similar experiences. Her goal is to give back to the community that helped her heal and to create space for honesty, understanding, and self-acceptance.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Steven Goddard (@bearsy84) is a London-based man in his 40s who has been living with trichotillomania for over 25 years. Through his experience, Steven has come to recognize how deeply trich impacts men, despite being far less openly discussed than it is among women. He speaks candidly about the stigma, isolation, and pressure many men feel to keep their struggles private, and the toll that silence can take over time. By sharing his story on Trich Talks, Steven hopes to help break down barriers, encourage more open conversations among men, and remind others living with trich that they are not alone.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

On today's episode of Trich Talks, Barbara reads from her book The Trichster Diaries and revisits the tips and tricks she once relied on to manage trichotillomania. More than six years later, she reflects on which strategies still hold up, which ones she's outgrown, and how her understanding of recovery has evolved. The episode is filled with honesty, humor, and perspective, inviting listeners to share in both the laughs and the growth.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries on barbaralally.com or unsigned from Amazon—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

On today's episode of Trich Talks, Barbara reads an excerpt from The Trichster Diaries and reflects on why the concept of being “pull-free” doesn't fully make sense for her. She explores how recovery is often framed in all-or-nothing terms, why that narrative can feel limiting or even harmful, and what redefining healing has looked like over time. The episode invites listeners to consider their own definitions of recovery and to share what healing looks like for them.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries on barbaralally.com or unsigned from Amazon—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Amaya (@lemuriidae) has had BFRBs since early childhood, and embraces the bald life. They are pursuing a degree in research psychology, and would like to study BFRBs in the future to improve our understanding of these often overlooked conditions. In their (somewhat limited) spare time they love to cook, make art, dance, and hang out with their pet snake named Dirt.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Based in Northern California, Isa (@isabellahhh.__b) is a student studying digital marketing and psychology, two of her favorite passions. She started her account to raise awareness and show transparency for mental health, joy in everyday life, and her faith is super important to her. Opportunities like Trich Talks is something Isa has always wanted to be a part of, so this is such a blessing!————Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

In this first episode of Season 6, Barbara shares the story of how Trich Talks began: a podcast born from the need to hear real stories, honest conversations, and the voices of people living with trichotillomania and other body-focused repetitive behaviors. She talks about why storytelling has always been so important to her, and how it helped her feel seen, understood, and less alone.This season, Barbara will continue those conversations with curiosity, openness, and a lot of love. You can expect new interviews, personal stories, and readings from The Trichster Diaries, all designed to remind you that you're not defined by your BFRB and that small moments of awareness and self-compassion matter.— — — — — — Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

In today's episode of Trich Talks, Barbara answers listener questions on a range of topics — including how the Keen2 works, whether she has experienced changes in hair regrowth after long-term pulling, and her New Year's resolution. Ring in the new year with a conversation led by someone who truly understands the trichotillomania experience.— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today. —Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

In today's episode, Barbara reads from her book, The Trichster Diaries. She shares deeper, more personal reflections on living with trichotillomania, speaking openly about self-acceptance, the importance of honesty, and the complexity of acknowledging feelings that don't fit neatly into recovery narratives. Rather than framing this awareness as something to hide or fix, the conversation centers on compassion, truth-telling, and what it means to be actively managing trichotillomania while still engaging in the behavior.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries on barbaralally.com or unsigned from Amazon— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today. —Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

Angela Hartlin @angelahartlin is a mental health advocate from Nova Scotia, Canada, and author of FOREVER MARKED: A Dermatillomania Diary. She stars in the only documentary about compulsive skin picking, Scars of Shame, and received treatment for the condition after appearing on the CBS daytime talk show, The Doctors. Angela was published in Mabuse-Verlag's 2022 German compilation of recovery stories, Frieden mit meiner Haut, and has just released a recovery guide, co-written with Karen Pickett, LMFT, EMBRACING DERMATILLOMANIA: Through Pain & Recovery. Angela runs Skin Picking Support on Facebook, providing online support for those with excoriation disorder and other BFRBs. She can be reached at angie@skinpickingsupport.com and found on Instagram, TikTok, and X at @angelahartlinKaren Pickett is a licensed psychotherapist in California and Ohio and the co-founder of The BFPA Resource Center. She is an expert in the treatment of anxiety disorders and body-focused process addictions (BFPAs), including Panic Disorder, Health Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Agoraphobia, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Skin Picking Disorder and Trichotillomania. Previously, Karen was the Clinical Director of the OCD Center of Los Angeles and Faculty in Counseling Psychology at the University of Santa Monica. To learn more or work with Karen please visit her website https://karenpickett.com/ or bodyfocusedprocessaddictions.com— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today. —Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

Laura Hope (@hopeandhealingcoach), psych PA-C & BFRB coach, combines clinical expertise with lived trichotillomania experience to empower the BFRB community through habit coaching, support groups, and a BFRB Salon & Spa Directory. Learn more by visiting hopeandhealingcoach.com— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today. —Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

In this episode, Barbara reads from The Trichster Diaries, offering more glimpses into her life with trichotillomania, a hair-pulling disorder she's learned to navigate with honesty and humor. She reflects on the layered emotions of reconnecting with someone from her past and what it meant to open up about her experience in a way she never had before. Barbara also talks about the surprising feelings that arose as her hair began to grow back with new textures and patterns. And she shares an unintentionally awkward but mostly funny moment involving a casual request for a haircut—one that revealed far more about her trichotillomania journey than she anticipated. It's a gentle, thoughtful exploration of vulnerability, change, and the small moments that linger.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries on barbaralally.com or unsigned from Amazon— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today. —Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

In this heartfelt episode, Barbara reads from her memoir The Trichster Diaries, sharing an intimate look into her college years. Barbara reflects on a time filled with growth, new independence, lasting friendships, and the joy of discovering who she was becoming as a young adult.Alongside these defining experiences, she also opens up about navigating life with trichotillomania during this transformative chapter. With honesty, warmth, and her signature storytelling style, Barbara describes how college offered both challenges and unexpected moments of empowerment.This episode offers listeners a thoughtful blend of nostalgia, vulnerability, and hope as Barbara revisits one of the most meaningful periods of her life. Whether you live with a BFRB, know someone who does, or simply love a powerful coming-of-age story, this episode will stay with you long after it ends.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries on barbaralally.com or unsigned from Amazon— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today. —Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

Charlene's @helpme2stop mission to transform TTM care comes from her blend of artistry, holistic understanding, and belief that hair can recover. After studying nursing and beginning her career as a hair extension specialist in 1991, she shifted to advanced hair replacement—but quickly rejected traditional methods that required shaving natural hair. Her philosophy became simple: preserve, don't destroy.A turning point came when she saw the trauma a client experienced after an aggressive salon treatment. This confirmed her conviction that healing requires gentle, restorative care. Charlene went on to create a groundbreaking, non-destructive method combining advanced extension techniques with hair replacement knowledge. The results were undeniable—her first Trichotillomania client experienced significant regrowth, earning Charlene the nickname “Hair Health Regrowth Expert.” One former client has now maintained remission for over 15 years.Inspired by her success and volunteer work with LookGoodFeelBetter.org, Charlene asked why medical insurance covered cranial prostheses for chemotherapy patients but not for those with BFRBs. With no existing path, she founded HelpMe2Stop in 2007. Today, through the S.T.R.A.N.D. Network, she continues leading the movement to secure a crucial medical insurance (CPT) code and create lasting institutional change for client-centered, specialized care.— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today. —Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

Sonja @the_curiousquill25 is a young adult and mental health advocate who openly shares her experiences living with symptoms of trichotillomania, even without a formal diagnosis. Through her journey, she has learned the power of self-awareness, compassion, and resilience, and now uses her platform to help others do the same. On her Instagram page, she explores topics like growth mindset and mental health through a writer's lens, offering thoughtful reflections and honest conversations about healing and self-discovery.— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today. —Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

In today's episode, Barbara returns to The Trichster Diaries. She talks about wearing synthetic hair extensions to cover her thinning hair, swimming in the ocean with sunglasses on to hide her eyelashless eyelids, and the constant effort to appear “normal.” As she prepares to enter college, Barbara reflects on the strange sense of peace that comes with letting go of old pressures and stepping into a new chapter of her life.Tune in for an honest and deeply relatable story about change, relief, and the quiet moments that follow years of hiding.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries on barbaralally.com or unsigned from Amazon— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today. —Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

In this episode of Trich Talks, Barbara dives into your most thoughtful and relatable questions. From finding ways to feel lovable and beautiful even when pulling starts to get tough again, to sharing her most “necessary” (and yes, sometimes expensive!) Trich Tax, Barbara opens up with honesty, humor, and heart. Tune in for real talk, gentle encouragement, and the reminder that you're never alone on your trichotillomania journey.Want to have your question answered? Be on the look out for Barbara's Instagram story (@itsbarbaralally) to submit or send over a DM!— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today. —Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

In today's episode, Barbara returns to The Trichster Diaries, revisiting some of the hardest moments from her high school years. She shares what it was like when pulling in public became more frequent, and when she realized her trichotillomania was no longer something she could quietly manage.From quitting the swim team to switching classes (a big deal at her school), this episode captures the moment everything shifted. She began to see that her trichotillomania really was as serious as it felt, and she couldn't shake the fear that it might only get worse.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries on barbaralally.com or unsigned from Amazon— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today. —Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

Ashley (@bfrb_ashley) lives with six different body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs), including trichotillomania. This made it especially challenging for her to come forward as a BFRB and mental health advocate. However, through her journey, Ashley discovered a deep sense of passion and purpose in BFRB advocacy, which eventually led her to become one of the hosts of The BFRB Podcast. As Ashley navigates her own recovery journey and explores various therapies, she hopes to contribute more to the BFRB and mental health community by sharing her experiences. The best is yet to come!— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today.—Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

Saharra @saharradixon is a Health Education Specialist, digital and performance-based storyteller, health equity researcher, and nonprofit leader dedicated to demechanize public health. With a passion for mental health, chronic illness, and reproductive justice in minoritized communities, she weaves creativity and narrative into her work—unearthing the fundamental causes of health inequity and imagining healthful futures. A PhD Candidate in Public Health at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, Saharra also holds an MA in Educational Theatre from New York University and a BS in Health Behavior Science from the University of Delaware. As a health coach, she is trained in psychodrama, sociodrama, Theatre of the Oppressed, and death doula care, as well as mixed-methods and arts-based research, using these to explore mental health, chronic illness, grief, identity, and liberation.Saharra is the director of Club Imani, a non-profit that bridges research, art, and radical care to cultivate healthful futures for multicultural communities with BFRBs, OCD, and related disorders.— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today.

Have you ever felt ashamed of a habit you couldn't control?   In this episode of The OCD Whisperer Podcast, Kristina Orlova speaks with Aneela Idnani, co-founder of HabitAware and mental health advocate. Aneela opens up about living with trichotillomania (hair pulling disorder), how shame kept her silent for decades, and how awareness and acceptance transformed her recovery journey.   Aneela shares: • Her early experiences with hair pulling and intrusive thoughts • The hidden shame and secrecy that fueled her struggle for 20+ years • How pregnancy and stress intensified her compulsions • The turning point—finally opening up to her husband and seeking help • How HabitAware's Keen Smart Bracelet helps build awareness and break the cycle   This conversation also dives into: • Why awareness is the first step to any lasting change • The role of self-care, mindfulness, and acceptance in recovery • How shifting perspective can turn struggle into strength • The importance of removing shame and embracing your full self   Whether you're navigating OCD, BFRBs (Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors), or supporting someone who is, this episode offers hope, tools, and strategies for healing.  

Today marks the start of BFRB Awareness Week, a time to shed light on Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) and uplift those who live with them every day.In this special episode of Trich Talks, Barbara is sharing some of the most valuable foundations, podcasts, support groups, and books that offer education, connection, and hope for the BFRB community. No matter where you are in your journey with a BFRB, this episode is here to help you feel supported and understood.Let's kick off BFRB Awareness Week with resources that remind us that healing is possible and community makes a difference!Everyone mentioned in the podcast can be found on @itsbarbaralally tagged in the post!— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today.—Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

In this episode of Trich Talks, I'm joined by Ellen Crupi and Hilary Weingarden to chat all about the upcoming Great BFRB Get Together! We're giving you a sneak peek at what to expect, from the vibe of the event to the sessions we're excited about and why this gathering matters so much to the BFRB community. Whether you're already signed up or still on the fence, tune in for a fun and heartfelt preview of what's shaping up to be an unforgettable weekend of connection, learning, and support.Get your tickets today by visiting: habitaware.com/gettogether2025— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today.—Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

Sarah @smg9452 is 27 years old and from Long Island, New York but has recently moved out of state with her husband. She has been living with trichotillomania since she was around 14. Most of her hair-pulling affects her scalp, and although she still struggles with the condition and the resulting hair loss, she has come a long way in understanding it. For much of her life, Sarah felt alone in what she once saw as a "crazy problem." But in recent years, thanks to online advocates like Barbara, she has realized how common trichotillomania actually is. Now, she is focused on managing the disorder and reducing the toll it takes on her energy and mental well-being.— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today.—Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

Gabby @gabbynicolosi started picking her split ends in the 8th grade and little did she know, she would do this most of her life. As she grew up and life became more stressful, she began pulling full strands. Now Gabby is learning how to build awareness of her trichotillomania and stop causing so much damage. One thing that's brought her joy in the process? Finding comfort in community.— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today.—Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

In this episode, Barbara reads from her book The Trichster Diaries, and dives into the different types of hair roots and her unique pulling pattern. She then reflects on how things have (or haven't) changed since writing those words over five years ago.Listen to find out as Barbara shares honest insights into her BFRB journey.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries here or unsigned from Amazon— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today.—Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

In this deeply honest episode, Barbara continues reading from her book The Trichster Diaries and opens up about the specific rituals she engages in when pulling different types of hairs. She discusses the textures she looks for and the sensations that drive certain behaviors. It's an intimate and unfiltered look into the patterns behind trichotillomania that many will find painfully relatable.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries here or unsigned from Amazon— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today.—Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

Have you ever caught yourself picking at your skin, biting your nails, or pulling out a hair—then wondered why you can't seem to stop? You're not alone.   In this eye-opening episode of The OCD Whisperer Podcast, host Kristina Orlova sits down with Juliet Gustafson , a Michigan-based OCD therapist and professor, to explore the often-misunderstood world of Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs)—like hair pulling (trichotillomania), skin picking, and nail biting. Far from mere "bad habits," these behaviors are complex disorders tied to emotions, sensory triggers, and even biology. Juliette breaks down the five key drivers behind BFRBs: sensory satisfaction, cognitive patterns, emotional states, motor habits, and environmental cues.   You'll learn how to distinguish between occasional grooming and compulsive behaviors, discover practical strategies for intervention (like replacement movements and awareness tools), and explore compassionate approaches to self-management. The episode also highlights vital resources, including the TLC Foundation, HabitAware's smart bracelets, and supportive communities like BFRB Changemakers.   Whether you're struggling with BFRBs or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers hope, clarity, and actionable steps to reclaim control—plus a reminder: healing is possible.   The 3 things you'll learn in  today's episode: Why BFRBs are more than habits—they're coping mechanisms. How to identify your personal triggers and replace harmful behaviors. Where to find support, tools, and expert-backed solutions. In This Episode [00:00] Introduction  [00:45] Juliette's academic and professional background [01:12] Defining body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) [02:22] Recognizing BFRBs and their impact [03:28] Identifying and understanding BFRBs in yourself [04:19] Managing and exploring BFRBs [05:29] Functions and triggers of BFRBs [09:04] Replacing and modifying BFRB habits [10:58] Awareness and control in BFRBs [12:54] Intervening and self-compassion [13:44] Tools and resources for BFRBs [15:20] Additional BFRB resources and communities [17:27] Encouragement and self-kindness [18:28] The Fidget Podcast and more resources [18:28] OCD representation in media [19:23] Closing and podcast outro Our Guest Juliet Gustafson  is a licensed OCD therapist based in Michigan, a part-time professor at Wayne State University's School of Social Work, and co-host of the Intrusive Plots podcast, which explores OCD representation in film and TV. With a deep passion for helping people better understand and manage OCD and related conditions, Juliette brings both clinical expertise and lived experience into her work. Through therapy, advocacy, and education, she's helping break the stigma around misunderstood struggles like BFRBs. Resources & Links   Kristina Orlova, LMFT Instagram  YouTube  OCD CBT Journal Tracker and Planner  Website   Juliet Gustafson  Website LinkedIn Instagram Patreon Community Podcast   Mentioned Cognitive Therapy for OCD Sneaky Rituals with Jenna Overbaugh  ICBT with Kristina Orlova and Christina Ennabe TLC Foundation for BFRBs Picking Me Foundation BFRB Changemakers HabitAware & Keen Bracelet The Fidget Podcast with Jason Yu Film (Exposure, Director: Peter Cannon)

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Join your host, Nicole Morris, LMFT and Mental Health Correspondent, as she sits down with Aneela Idnani, co-founder of HabitAware and a passionate advocate for the Body-Focused Repetitive Behavior (BFRB) community. Aneela shares her powerful personal journey with trichotillomania (hair pulling), the shame and secrecy she carried for years, and how one moment of vulnerability led to the creation of the Keen bracelet—a groundbreaking tool for building awareness and reclaiming control. Together, we explore the emotional complexity of BFRBs, the importance of community and compassion, and the incredible hope that comes with understanding and support. So join the conversation!

In this inspiring episode, Dr. Elizabeth McIngvale and Cali Werner sit down with Aneela Idnani Kumar, a TED Talk speaker, entrepreneur, and advocate for individuals living with body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) such as trichotillomania (hair pulling). Aneela shares her personal journey from silent suffering to creating HabitAware, a smart bracelet that helps users bring awareness to their BFRBs and make meaningful changes. This episode dives into mental health innovation, stigma reduction, and how to transform pain into purpose.Key Points:[0:00] - Introduction to Aneela Idnani Kumar and HabitAwareMeet Aneela, a TED Talk speaker and inventor of HabitAware, a Time Magazine Best Invention, aimed at helping individuals with BFRBs like hair-pulling and skin-picking.[15:50] - Turning Pain Into PurposeAneela reflects on how her father's cancer diagnosis triggered her BFRB and how her personal struggles inspired her to create tools that help others.[22:54] - How HabitAware WorksLearn how the HabitAware bracelet tracks behaviors in real time, notifies wearers, and supports behavioral change—integrating seamlessly into therapy.[32:26] - Breaking the Silence Around BFRBsAneela discusses the stigma surrounding BFRBs and how awareness, education, and compassion can encourage individuals to seek help earlier.[37:30] - Advice for Those Suffering in SilenceAneela shares heartfelt advice for anyone struggling with BFRBs: from self-compassion to seeking support, you don't have to walk this journey alone.Quotable Moments:[22:51] “Turning pain into purpose is the most powerful thing we can do.”—Aneela Idnani[32:44] “Suffering in silence keeps you stuck. Taking the first step—telling someone—changes everything.”—Aneela Idnani[37:25] “Your behavior doesn't define you. There's help, hope, and community waiting for you.”—Aneela IdnaniLinks Mentioned: • HabitAware: www.habitaware.com • Aneela's TED Talk: https://youtu.be/WkfBtT4VbI4?si=HPyyD91KGISLp_s7 • Anxiety Society Podcast Website: www.anxietysocietypodcast.comAneela's inspiring journey is a testament to the power of awareness and the importance of turning personal challenges into opportunities to help others. If you or someone you know struggles with BFRBs, this episode is a powerful reminder that healing is possible, and you don't have to face it alone. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs it!

It is not uncommon for kids with anxiety or OCD to also have issues with picking their skin or pulling their hair. These behaviors are classified as BFRBs, body-focused, repetitive behaviors. Although BFRBs are a common comorbid condition to anxiety and OCD, it is a separate disorder with its own set of therapy approaches. In this week's AT Parenting Survival Podcast, we celebrate BFRB week by having one of my favorite people on, Aneela Idnani from Habitaware. Aneela has struggled with trichotillomania her whole life. She took her pain and turned it into purpose; helping other people with BFRBs. She created a bracelet that helps people with BFRBs become more aware of when they are doing those behaviors. She also built a beautiful community filled with free support groups for kids and teens as well as services to support parents.Resources:HabitawareFree BFRB kid support group Free BFRB teen support groupParent Huddle SeriesThe BFRB Change CollectiveBFRB ChangemakersPickingme.orgThe TLC Foundation***This podcast episode is sponsored by NOCD. NOCD provides online OCD therapy in the US, UK, Australia and Canada. To schedule your free 15 minute consultation to see if NOCD is a right fit for you and your child, go to: https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parentingThis podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.