Podcasts about licensed marriage

You've heard that line before. And it didn't make things better, did it? Many apologies are not good, and often they make things worse. Whitney breaks down why some people over-apologize while others can't say "I was wrong" at all. She also gives advice for what to do when you're on either side of an apology that isn't landing.Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles.Have a question for Whitney? Send a voice memo or email to whitney@callinghome.coJoin the Family Cyclebreakers Club: https://callinghome.coFollow Whitney on Instagram | sitwithwhitFollow Whitney on YouTube | @whitneygoodmanlmftOrder Whitney's book, Toxic Positivity: https://sitwithwhit.com/toxic-positivitySign up for updates on Whitney's new book: https://cmnyyv4kpyt.typeform.com/to/PHMzjy0oThis podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You can't just decide to calm down, sorry to say. The Polyvagal Ladder is a simple metaphor for how your nervous system moves: safety at the top, fight-or-flight in the middle, shutdown at the bottom, one rung at a time. Once you can see which rung you're on, a lot of the reactions you've beaten yourself up over start to make sense, and stop feeling like proof that something's wrong with you.the Polyvagal Current - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/polyvagal-current

Whitney answers two questions from people who have stepped back from a harmful family relationship, but are stuck in what comes next. First, a wife whose husband is facing a serious health issue and wants to share medical information with his brother, knowing it will reach an estranged mother who will use it as a way back in. Second, a woman estranged from a boundary-violating mother wrestling with the pull to explain herself.Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles.Have a question for Whitney? Send a voice memo or email to whitney@callinghome.coJoin the Family Cyclebreakers Club: https://callinghome.coFollow Whitney on Instagram | sitwithwhitFollow Whitney on YouTube | @whitneygoodmanlmftOrder Whitney's book, Toxic Positivity: https://sitwithwhit.com/toxic-positivitySign up for updates on Whitney's new book: https://cmnyyv4kpyt.typeform.com/to/PHMzjy0oThis podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When therapists say adult children are cutting off their parents for “normal parenting mistakes,” they're almost never specific about what that means. Whitney asked 300+ people to define a normal parenting mistake and the responses said it all. The episode explores what happens when there's no repair, no accountability, and no willingness to engage with a parenting misstep, unintentional or not, that genuinely hurt. Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles.Have a question for Whitney? Send a voice memo or email to whitney@callinghome.coJoin the Family Cyclebreakers Club: https://callinghome.coFollow Whitney on Instagram | sitwithwhitFollow Whitney on YouTube | @whitneygoodmanlmftOrder Whitney's book, Toxic Positivity: https://sitwithwhit.com/toxic-positivitySign up for updates on Whitney's new book: https://cmnyyv4kpyt.typeform.com/to/PHMzjy0oThis podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You don't decide to beat your heart, take your next breath, or digest your lunch. Something else runs all of that, every second, without checking in with you. That's your autonomic nervous system. This episode breaks down what Polyvagal Theory is in plain language and how it questions the old "sympathetic vs. parasympathetic" idea.

After seven years and nearly 300 episodes, I'm trying something I don't think anyone else is doing: giving you all of my Polyvagal Theory knowledge, directly. And free.Season 2 of the Stuck Not Broken podcast is different from the regular show. It's the full audiobook of my first book, Stuck Not Broken: Book 1 - Trauma & the Polyvagal Paradigm, read chapter by chapter, right here in the feed. No book to buy. No course. Just the whole thing.If you've ever wanted to actually understand your nervous system, what it's doing and why, this is the place to start. By the end of the audiobook, you'll have written a new, simple self-narrative and be ready for the next phase of your unstucking journey. No quick fixes. No hacks. No gimmicks.

"That's bulls***." That was my honest first reaction, back in 2018, to the work I now build my entire career around.In this episode of the Stuck Not Broken audiobook, I invite you to challenge your paradigm:How I came to Polyvagal Theory, and nearly dismissed itWhat a paradigm is, and why you need a new one before the science can landThe urge most of us feel to skip ahead to the fix, and why there isn't one to skip to

What if the stories you tell yourself about your worth, your past, and how you got here aren't the whole truth, and you're still the one holding the pen?This is Episode 1 of the Stuck Not Broken audiobook: Book 1 - Trauma & the Polyvagal Paradigm. We start by questioning the stories you have about yourself and open the possibility of a new one.

What is acceptance is the requirement for growht? What would life look like if you just stopped trying to fix yourself? That's the question at the heart of this conversation with returning guest Alli Spotts-De Lazzer, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Eating Disorders Specialist who has spent nearly 20 years working with people around eating, body image, and the experience of living in a body.We dig into why self-esteem is a shaky foundation in midlife, when opinions of ourselves rise and fall with every hormonal shift and identity change. Alli's working definition of self-acceptance cuts deeper: choosing to stay with yourself even when shame, judgment, ego, or fear try to pull you away. It's knowing yourself, plus self-compassion, plus the willingness to face reality.The biggest misunderstanding we tackle: acceptance is not resignation. Resignation says "it is what it is, there's nothing I can do." Acceptance says "it is what it is. What's next?" One keeps you stuck. The other creates the conditions for growth.We also do a live, unscripted experiment using my own belly and body image history, which turned into one of the most unexpectedly moving moments I've had on this podcast. Alli also shares news about her new book, My Child Has an Eating Disorder: An Essential Guide for Parents of Kids, Teens, and Adults (Bloomsbury Academic, 2026).Connect with Alli: Website: allispottsdelazzer.com Instagram: @allispottsdelazzerRelated episodes:#57 - Story Session: What this therapist wants you to know about making midlife meaningFULL with Alli Spotts-De Lazzer#141 - Trusting Your Body: Finding Peace Through Grief with Nina Manolson#92 - From Body Grief to Body Acceptance: The Way Forward with Amanda Mittman, RD #109 - The Body Acceptance Mistake That's Keeping You Stuck in the Suck What did you think of this episode? Click here and let me know!

Disclaimer: This episode contains explicit conversations regarding sex and physical intimacy. It is not suitable for little ears. Please use headphones or save this episode for later if you have children nearby.In this episode of the Married and Connected podcast, host Kameran sits down with Keri Green, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and certified sex therapist, for a highly practical and direct conversation about the realities of physical and emotional connection in marriage.Drawing from their professional expertise and personal experiences navigating divorce and dating, Kameran and Keri tackle the tough, often unspoken challenges couples face. From the impact of "sex sabbaticals" to managing mismatched libidos and performance anxiety, this episode provides actionable, evidence-based tools to help you and your partner build safety, trust, and genuine pleasure in your relationship.Key TakeawaysStaying for the Kids: A candid look at why waiting for the kids to grow up before addressing a fractured marriage often backfires, and why modeling a healthy relationship is paramount.The Danger of "Sex Sabbaticals": Why withholding intimacy as a punishment ultimately hurts both partners and turns spouses into mere roommates.Mismatched Sex Drives: Practical steps for bridging the gap when partners have drastically different desires for the frequency or type of sex, starting with redefining what "sex" actually means.Transitioning from Manager to Lover: How to drop the mental load of household chores and transition into an intimate headspace, including why foreplay actually starts the moment you wake up.Performance Anxiety: Understanding that both men and women experience physical and mental pressure in the bedroom, and how building body confidence and emotional safety counters it.Introducing Novelty: Why spicing up a long-term monogamous relationship doesn't require extreme measures—small, consistent changes in environment or routine make a massive difference.Notable Quotes"Foreplay begins the minute we wake up. Foreplay is anything we do throughout the day to show our partner we love them, we appreciate them, we're attracted to them." — Keri Green"Comfort first, pleasure second. We cannot find pleasure to the point where we want to, where we deserve to in a sexual experience unless we're comfortable." — Keri Green"It takes two people to start a relationship. It only takes one to end it." — Keri Green"The best sex that you can possibly have is with someone where you have so much trust and emotional intimacy and knowing, and not just honesty, but transparency." — KameranConnect with Keri GreenKeri Green is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Sex Therapist practicing in California and Colorado. She helps individuals and couples navigate relational and sexual challenges to build the sex lives they actually want.Website: Keri Green, LMFT, CST | Online TherapyWork with KameranLooking for practical, direct support for your marriage? Kameran provides relationship and marriage coaching focused on evidence-based tools and individual responsibility. Please note: Kameran offers relationship coaching rather than traditional therapy, and services are not eligible for insurance reimbursement.WebsiteVerafy your relationship Join the SKOOL CommunitySupport the show

Kim Haar discusses five of the most common issues she encounters as clients visit her office for counseling.  Note:  Kim is a Licensed Professional Counselor & Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.  Guest information:  www.thereshopehere.com  Our website:  www.oasisnetwork.org

Send us Fan MailIn this mini-series episode, I revisit number six in the top ten most listened-to episodes: my conversation with Laney Rosenzweig, the developer of Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) — an evidence-based, eye movement therapy that can resolve the symptoms of PTSD, grief, depression, anxiety, and more, often in just one to three sessions.Laney is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over three decades of experience and the founder of the Rosenzweig Center for Rapid Recovery, which has trained over 8,000 clinicians worldwide. In this conversation, we explore how ART works, why it is different from EMDR, and why the results can sound too good to be true — until you understand the science behind them.If you have been carrying grief or trauma and feel stuck, this episode offers a genuinely different perspective on what healing can look like.Listen to the original episode: Episode 45 — Laney Rosenzweig | How Trauma Can Be Resolved in Just One Session With ART, and you can find all of Laney's information, including the links to her website, on the same link.If this podcast is helping you, please consider leaving a 5-star review — it helps more people find this content when they need it most.Chapters:00:00 Welcome00:49 Today's episode01:27 Welcome to the Mini Series02:50 Top 10 - Number 603:10 About Laney Rosenzweig03:22 ART - Accelerated Resolution Therapy04:47 Trauma resolved in just one session?!05:15 What is ART?06:18 What resonated with me07:18 Why it resonated with listenersSupport the show

Feel to Heal with Sharyn Nichols  Most people use the words feelings and emotions interchangeably — but understanding the difference can completely change the way you relate to yourself. In this opening episode, we explore how emotions are physiological responses in the body, while feelings are the mental interpretations we attach to those experiences. That distinction may sound simple, but it has profound implications for healing, anxiety, relationships, and self-awareness. You'll learn why emotions naturally move through the nervous system quickly, what keeps emotional suffering going long after the initial reaction, and how confusing feelings with emotions can keep you trapped in repetitive patterns. This episode lays the foundation for the entire series and offers a new framework for understanding your inner world with greater clarity and compassion. In this show, Sharyn Nichols, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and integrative guide, shares grounded psychological insight and nervous-system-informed tools to help listeners better understand emotions, reconnect with themselves, and begin healing from the inside out. Feel To Heal: A Guide to Feeling, Healing, and Living from the Truth of Who You Are    Author Sharyn Nichols   Amazon.com – https://www.amazon.com/dp/1997615312 Amazon.ca – https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1997615312     ~ More About Feel to Heal with Sharyn Nichols ~  Sharyn Nichols is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist based in Los Angeles, California, with over 30 years of experience in mental health and wellness. She offers an integrative approach that blends evidence-based therapy—such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)—with time-tested mindfulness and meditation practices, somatic tools, and Human Design to support deeper self-awareness and lasting change. Sharyn helps clients recognize signs of stress, regulate their nervous systems, and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. As a certified Kundalini Yoga teacher, she also supports the mind-body connection—helping clients feel more grounded, present, and connected to themselves. Known for her warm, compassionate presence, Sharyn creates a safe space where clients can explore their full emotional experience—especially the feelings that tend to get avoided, like frustration, anger, resentment, and grief. Her work supports clients in moving from reactivity and emotional exhaustion toward clarity, self-trust, and a more peaceful relationship with themselves and others. Through her own journey, Sharyn has learned the power of focusing on what's truly within our control—and letting go of what isn't—so life can feel less like survival and more like choice. Are you ready to feel your feelings without being overwhelmed, break old patterns, and live from the truth of who you are? https://www.feeltoheal.com To get more of Fell To Heal with Sharyn Nichols, be sure to visit the podcast page for replays of all her shows here: https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/podcast/feel-to-heal-with-sharyn-nichols/

Send us Fan MailWhen Your Husband Is Paying for a Wound He Didn't Cause#marriageadvice #emotionalconnectionWhat if your husband is paying for a wound he didn't cause?For many wives, this is tender territory.Because sometimes the issue in marriage is not only what your husband said, did, or failed to do.Sometimes he bumps into an old wound that was already there.A wound from rejection. Abandonment. Disappointment. Or a story from the past that still feels true today.And when that happens, his love may have to pass through fear before it can be received.In this episode, we talk about what happens when a wife carries an old wound into her marriage—and how her husband can begin to feel like he is constantly being asked to prove he is not like the man who hurt her.This is not about blaming a wife for her pain.And it is not about excusing a husband.It is about learning to see the difference between what your husband caused… and what he may be bumping into.Because if the wound keeps interpreting his actions, he may end up paying for pain he never created.

Q&A episodes are back after Whitney's maternity leave. In the first question, a woman gets into an argument with her mom and sister the day before her daughter's first birthday party and starts to recognize a pattern of always being the one to apologize. Second, a daughter-in-law asks how her husband should handle a mother-in-law who keeps inviting extra people to agreed-upon meetups.Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles.Have a question for Whitney? Send a voice memo or email to whitney@callinghome.coJoin the Family Cyclebreakers Club: https://callinghome.coFollow Whitney on Instagram | sitwithwhitFollow Whitney on YouTube | @whitneygoodmanlmftOrder Whitney's book, Toxic Positivity: https://sitwithwhit.com/toxic-positivitySign up for updates on Whitney's new book: https://cmnyyv4kpyt.typeform.com/to/PHMzjy0oThis podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Describe your dad in three words. For a lot of adults, the father wound isn't about a dad who left it's about one who was physically present but emotionally absent. Whitney explores why our culture tells you this is actually not a wound at all and why this particular grief is so hard to name.Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles.Have a question for Whitney? Send a voice memo or email to whitney@callinghome.coJoin the Family Cyclebreakers Club: https://callinghome.coFollow Whitney on Instagram | sitwithwhitFollow Whitney on YouTube | @whitneygoodmanlmftOrder Whitney's book, Toxic Positivity: https://sitwithwhit.com/toxic-positivitySign up for updates on Whitney's new book: https://cmnyyv4kpyt.typeform.com/to/PHMzjy0oThis podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever felt like trading your so-called perfect life for a more authentic one? That's exactly what Jane Garnett did. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with nearly 20 years in practice and the author of the memoir, This Time with Feeling (May 2026). Her work focuses on helping people get unstuck, particularly during life transitions where things look “right” on the outside but don't feel aligned internally.In this episode:That moment when you realize you need to let go of the "perfect life" to have an authentic lifeWhy so many people feel stuck, even when they've done everything “right”How to tell the difference between a phase of discomfort and a life that truly needs to changeOur “inherited scripts” and how they shape the lives and relationships we end up inConnect with JaneWebsite: https://jane-garnett.comBook landing page: https://thistimewithfeeling.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebananajane/YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@thebananajane►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/lastfirstdateradio or Spotify https://tinyurl.com/lfdradio Follow me on Social Media:►Youtube https://tinyurl.com/lfdyoutube ►Website → https://lastfirstdate.com/ ► Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/lastfirstdate1► TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@lastfirstdate1►Free Facebook group, Your Last First Date https://facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate Work with me:►Private coaching: If you're feeling stuck in dating and relationships and would like to find your last first date, sign up for a complimentary 45-minute breakthrough session with me https://lastfirstdate.com/application ►Group coaching: Join my low-cost/high-value coaching group, the Woman of Value Club https://lastfirstdate.com/the-woman-of-value-club/ Get my books:►Becoming a Woman of Value; How to Thrive in Life and Love https://bit.ly/womanofvaluebook  and Choice Points in Dating https://amzn.to/3jTFQe9  and Love at Last https://amzn.to/4erpj7C 

Joining us will be Dr. Irene Yaymadjian, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, for an important discussion about mental health, postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis, and the challenges many individuals and families face but often struggle to talk about.In light of the recent North Hills family murder-suicide tragedy, we believe it's important to have a thoughtful and educational conversation about mental health, warning signs, available resources, and how families can better support loved ones who may be struggling.Topics include:✔️ Mental health awareness✔️ Postpartum depression✔️ Postpartum psychosis✔️ Warning signs families should know✔️ When and how to seek professional help✔️ Reducing stigma around mental health✔️ Questions from our live audienceThis conversation is intended to inform, educate, and encourage open dialogue about issues that affect countless families.Joining us will be Dr. Irene Yaymadjian, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, for an important discussion about mental health, postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis, and the challenges many individuals and families face but often struggle to talk about.In light of the recent North Hills family murder-suicide tragedy, we believe it's important to have a thoughtful and educational conversation about mental health, warning signs, available resources, and how families can better support loved ones who may be struggling.Topics include:✔️ Mental health awareness✔️ Postpartum depression✔️ Postpartum psychosis✔️ Warning signs families should know✔️ When and how to seek professional help✔️ Reducing stigma around mental health✔️ Questions from our live audienceThis conversation is intended to inform, educate, and encourage open dialogue about issues that affect countless families.Join the conversation and share this stream with someone who may benefit from it.General Sponsors:Megeredchian Law

Kim Haar discusses five of the most common issues she encounters as clients visit her office for counseling.  Note:  Kim is a Licensed Professional Counselor & Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.  Guest information:  www.thereshopehere.com  Our website:  www.oasisnetwork.org

Feel to Heal with Sharyn Nichols  When nothing feels clear, it's easy to fall back into worry, overthinking, or waiting for the “right” answer before taking action. But clarity doesn't always come first. In many cases, it's something that develops after you begin to move. In this episode, we explore what it really means to trust yourself in moments of uncertainty. You'll learn why the need for certainty can keep you stuck, how self-trust is built without having all the answers, and how to begin making decisions from a place of internal alignment rather than fear. This conversation helps you understand that uncertainty is not a problem—it's part of the process. In this show, Sharyn Nichols, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and integrative guide, offers grounded guidance to help you reconnect with your inner knowing and move forward with steadiness, even when the path ahead isn't fully clear. Feel To Heal: A Guide to Feeling, Healing, and Living from the Truth of Who You Are    Author Sharyn Nichols   Amazon.com – https://www.amazon.com/dp/1997615312 Amazon.ca – https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1997615312     ~ More About Feel to Heal with Sharyn Nichols ~  Sharyn Nichols is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist based in Los Angeles, California, with over 30 years of experience in mental health and wellness. She offers an integrative approach that blends evidence-based therapy—such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)—with time-tested mindfulness and meditation practices, somatic tools, and Human Design to support deeper self-awareness and lasting change. Sharyn helps clients recognize signs of stress, regulate their nervous systems, and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. As a certified Kundalini Yoga teacher, she also supports the mind-body connection—helping clients feel more grounded, present, and connected to themselves. Known for her warm, compassionate presence, Sharyn creates a safe space where clients can explore their full emotional experience—especially the feelings that tend to get avoided, like frustration, anger, resentment, and grief. Her work supports clients in moving from reactivity and emotional exhaustion toward clarity, self-trust, and a more peaceful relationship with themselves and others. Through her own journey, Sharyn has learned the power of focusing on what's truly within our control—and letting go of what isn't—so life can feel less like survival and more like choice. Are you ready to feel your feelings without being overwhelmed, break old patterns, and live from the truth of who you are? https://www.feeltoheal.com To get more of Fell To Heal with Sharyn Nichols, be sure to visit the podcast page for replays of all her shows here: https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/podcast/feel-to-heal-with-sharyn-nichols/

What happens when eating disorder recovery does not look neat, linear, or complete? In this episode of the Dr. Marianne-Land podcast, Dr. Marianne Miller explores the emotional reality of living with a chronic eating disorder, including long-term anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID, and restrictive eating disorders that persist for years or decades. This conversation examines the grief, shame, exhaustion, and isolation many people experience when they do not relate to polished recovery narratives or dramatic “before-and-after” transformations. Dr. Marianne discusses how eating disorders can become intertwined with identity, nervous system regulation, trauma, neurodivergence, sensory processing differences, OCD, ADHD, autism, chronic illness, and anti-fat bias. She also explores why many people feel invisible inside traditional eating disorder treatment spaces, especially when recovery feels nonlinear, partial, or emotionally complicated. Rather than framing recovery as all-or-nothing, this episode offers a more nuanced conversation about hope, harm reduction, quality of life, and what meaningful healing can look like when vulnerability still exists. Dr. Marianne also discusses the emotional burden of perfectionism in eating disorder recovery and why redefining progress may help people reconnect with themselves more compassionately. In This Episode, Dr. Marianne Addresses the Following Topics: Chronic Eating Disorders & Long-Term Recovery How chronic eating disorders can affect identity, relationships, emotional regulation, and quality of life over time, including the hidden grief many people carry when recovery feels more complicated than expected. Eating Disorders, Neurodivergence, & Nervous System Differences How autism, ADHD, sensory processing differences, executive functioning struggles, OCD, trauma, and chronic illness can shape eating disorder recovery in ways that traditional treatment models often miss. Anti-Fat Bias & Eating Disorder Misdiagnosis Why people in larger bodies are frequently overlooked, misdiagnosed, or praised for dangerous eating disorder symptoms because of weight stigma and diet culture. Redefining Hope Beyond Perfect Recovery A compassionate conversation about recovery ambivalence, harm reduction, emotional complexity, and why meaningful healing does not always require perfection or complete symptom elimination. ARFID & Selective Eating Support Dr. Marianne also shares resources for ARFID and selective eating support, including her self-paced virtual course grounded in neurodivergent-affirming care. Get more information at drmariannemiller.com/arfid. Related Episodes Orthorexia, Quasi-Recovery, & Lifelong Eating Disorder Struggles with Dr. Lara Zibarras @drlarazib on Apple & Spotify. The Truth About "High-Functioning" People With Lifelong Eating Disorders on Apple & Spotify. Understanding Harm Reduction: Why "Full Recovery" May Not Be the Goal for Lifelong Eating Disorders on Apple & Spotify. About Dr. Marianne Miller Dr. Marianne Miller is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in eating disorders, ARFID, binge eating disorder, neurodivergent-affirming care, and body liberation. She provides therapy and coaching for adults, teens, and families and works with clients throughout California, Washington, D.C., and globally through coaching and educational offerings. Check out her website at drmariannemiller.com. Listen & Connect Follow the Dr. Marianne-Land podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for conversations about eating disorders, ARFID, binge eating disorder, neurodivergence, chronic illness, trauma, body image, anti-fat bias, and recovery outside rigid wellness culture narratives.

Send us Fan MailWhen Small Marriage Moments Become Big Emotional Tests#marriageadvice #emotionalconnectionHe said “fried pickles”…and somehow the whole dinner order got canceled.On the surface, it sounds small.Maybe even funny.But in marriage, small moments like this can reveal something much deeper.Because sometimes the issue is not what he said.It's what she believed his answer meant.In this episode, we unpack how one simple food order turned into a bigger emotional moment between a wife and her husband—and why many husbands can end up feeling like they failed a test they did not even know they were taking.From his side, he may be thinking:

Not all distance in a family relationship is estrangement. Not everyone pulling away is escaping an abusive situation. In this episode, Whitney explores the gray area of quietly drifting from someone you love. Why does it happen? When does it cross into avoidance? What can reconnection look like realistically? Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles.Have a question for Whitney? Send a voice memo or email to whitney@callinghome.coJoin the Family Cyclebreakers Club: https://callinghome.coFollow Whitney on Instagram | sitwithwhitFollow Whitney on YouTube | @whitneygoodmanlmftOrder Whitney's book, Toxic Positivity: https://sitwithwhit.com/toxic-positivitySign up for updates on Whitney's new book: https://cmnyyv4kpyt.typeform.com/to/PHMzjy0oThis podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you've done years of eating disorder recovery work and suddenly find old trauma surfacing, you are not alone. In this deeply honest conversation, Dr. Marianne Miller and Debbie Saroufim explore the complicated overlap between eating disorders, trauma recovery, body image, nervous system responses, and healing after survival mode. They discuss why trauma can emerge later in recovery, how eating disorders sometimes function as protection, and what happens when old coping strategies no longer work. Debbie shares personal experiences with trauma recovery, sexual trauma, body image struggles, EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS)/parts work, parenting, co-parenting, and navigating major life transitions while continuing the recovery process. Together, they unpack the emotional reality of healing in a world shaped by diet culture, misogyny, fatphobia, and systemic oppression. CONTENT CAUTION This episode includes discussion of trauma, sexual trauma, PTSD symptoms, body image distress, eating disorders, dissociation/freezing responses, misogyny, and systemic oppression. Eating Disorders and Trauma Recovery Many people assume eating disorder recovery means the hardest part is over. But for some people, healing from eating disorder behaviors can uncover trauma that had been buried underneath survival strategies for years. Dr. Marianne Miller and Debbie Saroufim discuss how eating disorders can function as protection, why trauma may surface later in recovery, and how recovery does not make people immune to pain, grief, fear, or nervous system overwhelm. The conversation explores the relationship between trauma and eating disorders, including how body image struggles, restrictive eating, binge eating, compulsive behaviors, and nervous system responses can become intertwined with survival. They also discuss the emotional shock that can happen when eating disorder symptoms are no longer the primary coping mechanism and unresolved trauma begins demanding attention. PTSD Symptoms, Nervous System Responses, and Survival Mode This episode examines trauma responses like freezing, dissociation, hypervigilance, minimization, emotional shutdown, and nervous system dysregulation. Debbie shares how experiences from adolescence resurfaced decades later during trauma recovery work and how those memories affected her relationships, parenting, body image, and sense of safety in the world. Dr. Marianne Miller and Debbie Saroufim also discuss the connection between trauma, body image, misogyny, fatphobia, oppression, and diet culture. They explore how living in a culture shaped by systemic inequality and body oppression can create chronic emotional stress that deeply affects mental health and eating disorder recovery. EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Parts Work Dr. Marianne Miller and Debbie Saroufim discuss how EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS)/parts work can help people process trauma and eating disorder recovery with greater self-compassion. Debbie explains how parts work helped her understand eating disorder thoughts as information instead of commands and how learning to “unblend” from different parts of herself changed her recovery process. The conversation also explores how eating disorders can begin as protective adaptations, why self-compassion can feel inaccessible during trauma recovery, and how nervous system regulation becomes an important part of healing. They discuss the idea that multiple truths can coexist at once and why recovery often requires compassion for every part of the self, including the parts carrying fear, shame, anger, grief, or overwhelm. Fat Liberation, Body Image, and Intergenerational Trauma This episode also explores the connection between fat liberation, trauma, body image, and intergenerational trauma. Debbie discusses how body image struggles are shaped by cultural messaging and systemic oppression rather than appearance alone. Dr. Marianne Miller and Debbie Saroufim talk about how trauma can be passed through generations, how children absorb messages about bodies and safety, and why many people are trying to break cycles of shame and silence within their families. They also discuss the emotional complexity of parenting while healing, the pressure many people feel to “fully recover,” and the reality that recovery is often ongoing maintenance work rather than a final destination. About Debbie Saroufim Debbie Saroufim is a body acceptance coach in Los Angeles, California. She helps people all over the world build resilience against diet culture and heal their relationship with food and body image through a harm reduction and fat liberation lens. Her work focuses on body image healing, eating disorder recovery support, trauma-informed coaching, and helping people navigate life in a world shaped by body oppression and systemic inequality. Debbie works with people of all body sizes through individual and group coaching and is passionate about bringing conversations about body diversity and fat liberation into schools and community spaces. Find Debbie Saroufim on Instagram at @bodyacceptance_coach and at thebodyacceptancecoach.com. Listen to Other Episodes With Debbie When Weight Loss Isn't a Win: Eating Disorders, Stress, & Body Image Confusion (Content Warning) on Apple or Spotify. Anti-Fat Bias in Schools and Society on Apple or Spotify. How Eating Disorder Recovery Heals Life Overall on Apple or Spotify. Let's Talk Recovery: Ditching Diet Culture & Crushing Eating Disorder Thoughts on Apple or Spotify. About Dr. Marianne Miller Dr. Marianne Miller is a San Diego, California-based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), eating disorder therapist, podcast host, and advocate specializing in eating disorders, ARFID, binge eating disorder, body image, neurodivergence, and trauma-informed care. She works with adults, teens, and children and is known for her neurodivergent-affirming, fat-liberation-informed approach to eating disorder recovery. Dr. Marianne Miller provides eating disorder therapy (California) and coaching (worldwide) for people struggling with ARFID, anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, OCD, body image distress, and complex relationships with food. Her work focuses on compassionate, evidence-based support that honors the role of nervous system regulation, sensory experiences, executive functioning, and systemic oppression in recovery. She is the host of the Dr. Marianne-Land podcast, where she explores eating disorders, mental health, neurodiversity, trauma, body image, and recovery through honest, nuanced conversations with clinicians, advocates, and people with lived experience. Learn more about Dr. Marianne Miller, therapy services, coaching, and courses at drmariannemiller.com. If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, rate, and review the Dr. Marianne-Land podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Your support helps more people find eating disorder recovery, trauma recovery, ARFID support, binge eating support, body image support, and neurodivergent-affirming mental health resources.

Feel to Heal with Sharyn Nichols  Anxiety doesn't just live in your thoughts—it lives in your body. You may feel tension, restlessness, or a constant sense that something isn't right, even when you can't explain why. This is your nervous system responding to what it perceives as unsafe, even if nothing is happening in the present moment. In this episode, we take a deeper look at how anxiety shows up physically and emotionally. You'll learn how the body holds onto past experiences, why familiar patterns can feel safer than change, and how to begin working with your nervous system instead of against it. Understanding anxiety in this way allows you to respond with awareness rather than reaction. In this show, Sharyn Nichols, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and integrative guide, shares practical tools and compassionate insight to help you create a sense of safety within yourself—so you can feel more grounded, present, and in control of your experience. Feel To Heal: A Guide to Feeling, Healing, and Living from the Truth of Who You Are    Author Sharyn Nichols   Amazon.com – https://www.amazon.com/dp/1997615312 Amazon.ca – https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1997615312     ~ More About Feel to Heal with Sharyn Nichols ~  Sharyn Nichols is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist based in Los Angeles, California, with over 30 years of experience in mental health and wellness. She offers an integrative approach that blends evidence-based therapy—such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)—with time-tested mindfulness and meditation practices, somatic tools, and Human Design to support deeper self-awareness and lasting change. Sharyn helps clients recognize signs of stress, regulate their nervous systems, and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. As a certified Kundalini Yoga teacher, she also supports the mind-body connection—helping clients feel more grounded, present, and connected to themselves. Known for her warm, compassionate presence, Sharyn creates a safe space where clients can explore their full emotional experience—especially the feelings that tend to get avoided, like frustration, anger, resentment, and grief. Her work supports clients in moving from reactivity and emotional exhaustion toward clarity, self-trust, and a more peaceful relationship with themselves and others. Through her own journey, Sharyn has learned the power of focusing on what's truly within our control—and letting go of what isn't—so life can feel less like survival and more like choice. Are you ready to feel your feelings without being overwhelmed, break old patterns, and live from the truth of who you are? https://www.feeltoheal.com To get more of Fell To Heal with Sharyn Nichols, be sure to visit the podcast page for replays of all her shows here: https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/podcast/feel-to-heal-with-sharyn-nichols/

Why do so many people with anorexia go undiagnosed simply because of their body size? In this episode of the Dr. Marianne-Land podcast, eating disorder therapist Dr. Marianne Miller explores anorexia in higher-weight bodies, restrictive eating disorders, weight bias in healthcare, and the dangerous myths surrounding “atypical anorexia.” This conversation unpacks how restrictive eating can become normalized, praised, or completely overlooked when someone does not fit the stereotype of anorexia. What Is Atypical Anorexia? Dr. Marianne explains why the term “atypical anorexia” can be misleading and why anorexia is not defined by weight alone. She explores how food restriction, fear around eating, compulsive control, and intense preoccupation with food can occur in bodies of all sizes. The episode also examines why so many people struggle to recognize their own eating disorder symptoms when culture continually tells them they are “healthy” or “doing well.” Restrictive Eating Disorders in Higher-Weight Bodies This episode takes a deeper look at hidden restriction, chronic dieting, skipped meals, rigid food rules, and the restrictive eating spectrum. Dr. Marianne discusses how eating disorders in larger bodies are frequently missed by healthcare providers, loved ones, and even the individuals experiencing them. She also explores how praise for weight loss can reinforce dangerous patterns and delay support. Medical Risks of Anorexia in Larger Bodies Anorexia in higher-weight bodies carries real psychological and medical risks. Dr. Marianne explains how undernourishment affects the body regardless of size, including impacts on heart rate, hormones, cognition, bone health, anxiety, and nervous system functioning. This episode challenges the harmful assumption that someone must appear underweight before restriction becomes medically serious. Weight Bias, Misdiagnosis, & Eating Disorder Stigma Weight stigma and anti-fat bias continue to shape eating disorder treatment and diagnosis. Dr. Marianne explores how medical gaslighting, diet culture, and stereotypes about anorexia contribute to delayed diagnosis and inadequate care. She also discusses how intersectionality, neurodivergence, disability, race, and gender identity can further complicate recognition and access to support. Neurodivergence, Restriction, & Eating Disorders This episode also examines how sensory sensitivities, executive functioning differences, autism, ADHD, and nervous system regulation can influence eating patterns and restrictive behaviors. Dr. Marianne discusses why neurodivergent people may experience eating disorders differently and why individualized, affirming care matters. Eating Disorder Recovery Without Stereotypes Recovery begins with recognizing that eating disorders do not have one look. This conversation encourages listeners to move away from appearance-based assumptions and toward a more nuanced understanding of anorexia, restrictive eating, and body diversity. Dr. Marianne also shares why support matters before symptoms escalate and why people in higher-weight bodies deserve compassionate, specialized eating disorder care. Related Episodes Anorexia in Higher-Weight Bodies: Rethinking “Atypical Anorexia” & the Restrictive Eating Spectrum With Dr. Jennifer Gaudiani, MD @gaudianiclinic on Apple & Spotify. Atypical Anorexia Explained: Why Restriction Happens at Every Body Size on Apple or Spotify. Atypical Anorexia: Mental & Physical Health Risks, Plus How the Term is Controversial on Apple or Spotify. Work With Dr. Marianne Miller Dr. Marianne Miller is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) specializing in eating disorders, ARFID, binge eating disorder, anorexia, bulimia, OCD, and neurodivergent-affirming care. She offers eating disorder therapy and coaching for adults in California, Washington, D.C., and globally through coaching services. Visit Dr. Marianne's website to learn more about therapy, coaching, ARFID support, and eating disorder recovery resources.

What does it mean to be a "gentle rebel" — and how does creativity fit in? In this episode, I talk with Andy Mort of The Haven community about rebellion as openness rather than aggression, why highly sensitive people often need space and safety to access their creative voice, and how creativity is less about the finished product and more about the ongoing process of becoming yourself. We get into the difference between self-soothing and self-expression, the role of constraints in creative work, why unsolicited criticism rarely helps, and how to take a small, honest first step toward reconnecting with what moves you. If you've ever felt like the "should" of creativity has crowded out the joy of it, this one's for you.

Send us Fan MailWhy Nothing Feels Good Enough to Your Husband (Even When He's Trying)#marriageadvice #emotionalconnectionHave you ever asked your husband to do something…and when he finally did it… you were still upset?That's what we're unpacking in this episode.Because sometimes the issue isn't really the dishes, the laundry, or the task itself.It's what's been building emotionally underneath the surface.And when that emotional frustration has already piled up…even his effort can feel “too late.”But from his side?

You show up. You succeed. You keep functioning. Meanwhile, food, eating, body image, or restrictive behaviors may quietly consume an enormous amount of mental and emotional energy. In this episode of the Dr. Marianne-Land podcast, Dr. Marianne Miller explores the hidden reality of high-functioning eating disorders and why so many people get overlooked simply because they appear “fine” from the outside. This conversation examines how anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID, and other restrictive eating patterns can exist inside people who maintain careers, relationships, caregiving roles, and daily responsibilities. Dr. Marianne also discusses why perfectionism, masking, executive functioning challenges, and neurodivergence can make eating disorders harder to recognize and harder to treat. Why High-Functioning People With Eating Disorders Get Missed Many people assume eating disorders only become serious when someone visibly falls apart. This episode challenges that belief and explores how people with eating disorders often continue functioning at a high level while struggling privately with food obsession, body image distress, binge eating, restriction, compulsive exercise, or sensory-based eating challenges. Dr. Marianne discusses how high-functioning individuals often minimize their own suffering because they are still meeting expectations at work, school, or home. She also explores how healthcare providers, loved ones, and society frequently overlook eating disorders in people who do not fit narrow stereotypes. Neurodivergence, Executive Functioning & Eating Disorders This episode also explores the connection between neurodivergence and eating struggles. Dr. Marianne discusses how ADHD, autism, sensory sensitivities, and executive functioning challenges can complicate meal planning, eating consistency, food variety, hunger awareness, and nervous system regulation. You'll hear discussion around low-lift eating, food predictability, sensory-safe foods, masking, and the emotional exhaustion that can come from constantly pushing through internal distress while appearing capable on the outside. Intersectionality & Invisible Struggle Dr. Marianne also examines how anti-fat bias, gender expectations, neurodivergence, and other intersecting identities shape who gets believed, diagnosed, and supported. Many high-functioning people spend years feeling dismissed because they do not look like the stereotype of someone with an eating disorder. This episode highlights why eating disorders deserve attention long before someone reaches a visible crisis point. Recovery Support for High-Functioning Eating Disorders Dr. Marianne shares compassionate, neurodivergent-affirming approaches to recovery that reduce overwhelm instead of increasing pressure. She discusses building supportive structure around eating, reducing friction with meals, reconnecting with internal cues, and allowing support into areas of life that may have stayed hidden for years. If you've ever thought, “I'm still functioning, so maybe it's not that bad,” this episode is for you. Related Episodes Why High Achievers Can Develop Anorexia & Bulimia: Perfectionism, Control, & Hidden Struggles on Apple & Spotify. The Truth About "High-Functioning" People With Lifelong Eating Disorders on Apple & Spotify. Perfectionism, People-Pleasing, & Body Image: Self-Compassion Tools for Long-Term Eating Disorder Recovery With Carrie Pollard, MSW @compassionate_counsellor on Apple & Spotify. Perfectionism, Bulimia, & Recovery: Harnessing Your Strengths to Heal With Dr. Amanda Marie @glitterypoison on Apple & Spotify. Work With Dr. Marianne Miller Dr. Marianne Miller is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in eating disorders, ARFID, binge eating disorder, restrictive eating, neurodivergence, and sensory-related eating challenges. She offers therapy and coaching support for individuals navigating complex relationships with food, eating, and body image. For therapy, coaching, podcast episodes, and resources, visit Dr. Marianne's website drmariannemiller.com.

Do your parents express curiosity about your life? This was the subject of one of Whitney's most viral TikTok videos. 2,000 comments later, it's clear how widespread the pain of answering that question can be. Whitney cracks open what the research says about being known versus taken care of and what families who get this right are doing differently.Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles. Have a question for Whitney? Send a voice memo or email to whitney@callinghome.coJoin the Family Cyclebreakers Club: https://callinghome.co Follow Whitney on Instagram | sitwithwhit Follow Whitney on YouTube | @whitneygoodmanlmft Order Whitney's book, Toxic Positivity: https://sitwithwhit.com/toxic-positivity Sign up for updates on Whitney's new book: https://cmnyyv4kpyt.typeform.com/to/PHMzjy0o This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You look put-together on the outside. You show up for everyone, you get things done. And yet underneath all of that — you're exhausted and choosing yourself feels like something you have to earn.If that landed, this episode is for you.Candice Coughenour is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and owner of Congruent Soul Therapy who specializes in helping high-achieving women who look fine on the outside finally start considering themselves — some for the very first time. This conversation goes deep on the guilt spiral that keeps so many women stuck in over-giving, and why boundaries, people-pleasing, and identity are more tangled up than most of us realize.In this episode:Why high-achieving women are often the hardest on themselvesWhat most people still get wrong about boundariesWhy choosing yourself brings up so much guilt — and where it's really coming fromOne small way to start choosing yourself this week (and how it applies to your business)Connect with Candice:Website: congruentsoultherapy.com and http://somewhatcongruentsoul.com/Instagram: @somewhatcongruent_soul + @congruentsoultherapyFree resources: https://www.congruentsoultherapy.com/therapy-resourcesFull link list: https://linktr.ee/candice_lmft

Feel to Heal with Sharyn Nichols  Worry can feel productive—like you're thinking things through, preparing, or staying in control. But often, it's just a loop your mind gets stuck in, trying to solve uncertainty by overthinking it. The more you try to figure everything out, the harder it becomes to feel settled. In this episode, we explore what worry actually is and why it's so difficult to stop. You'll learn how the mind uses worry as a way to create a false sense of control, why uncertainty fuels repetitive thinking, and how this pattern keeps you disconnected from what's really going on underneath. This conversation will help you begin to see worry not as something to fight—but as something to understand. In this show, Sharyn Nichols, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and integrative guide, offers grounded insight and compassionate guidance to help you move out of the worry loop and reconnect with what you're actually feeling—so you can begin to experience more clarity and calm. Feel To Heal: A Guide to Feeling, Healing, and Living from the Truth of Who You Are    Author Sharyn Nichols   Amazon.com – https://www.amazon.com/dp/1997615312 Amazon.ca – https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1997615312     ~ More About Feel to Heal with Sharyn Nichols ~  Sharyn Nichols is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist based in Los Angeles, California, with over 30 years of experience in mental health and wellness. She offers an integrative approach that blends evidence-based therapy—such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)—with time-tested mindfulness and meditation practices, somatic tools, and Human Design to support deeper self-awareness and lasting change. Sharyn helps clients recognize signs of stress, regulate their nervous systems, and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. As a certified Kundalini Yoga teacher, she also supports the mind-body connection—helping clients feel more grounded, present, and connected to themselves. Known for her warm, compassionate presence, Sharyn creates a safe space where clients can explore their full emotional experience—especially the feelings that tend to get avoided, like frustration, anger, resentment, and grief. Her work supports clients in moving from reactivity and emotional exhaustion toward clarity, self-trust, and a more peaceful relationship with themselves and others. Through her own journey, Sharyn has learned the power of focusing on what's truly within our control—and letting go of what isn't—so life can feel less like survival and more like choice. Are you ready to feel your feelings without being overwhelmed, break old patterns, and live from the truth of who you are? https://www.feeltoheal.com To get more of Fell To Heal with Sharyn Nichols, be sure to visit the podcast page for replays of all her shows here: https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/podcast/feel-to-heal-with-sharyn-nichols/

And we're back! I'm excited to share that I've passed my state licensing exam and am now officially a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist! In this catch-up solo episode, I share some professional and personal updates (including some exciting news!!). I reflect on the journey toward licensure, from grad school and practicum to the associate years. I also share my real-time experience navigating OCD-related thoughts while recording this episode and what it looks like to move through doubt when it shows up. I'm leaning into embracing the unknowns and allowing this next chapter to feel new, exciting, confusing, overwhelming, relieving - all at the same time.As always, I want to express gratitude to each and every one of you for being here along the ride. I can't wait for what's to come and to share with you all :) STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK: @trustandthriveEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com

Do you feel like eating has to happen a certain way or your anxiety spirals? Do food rules, rituals, or intrusive thoughts take over your day in ways that feel exhausting but impossible to stop? In this episode of The Dr. Marianne-Land Podcast, Dr. Marianne Miller explores the complex overlap between OCD and eating disorders, including how compulsions, “just-right” feelings, anxiety, sensory sensitivities, and rigid food patterns can quietly shape someone's relationship with eating. Many people with OCD and eating disorders do not fit stereotypes. Some people struggle with restrictive eating, binge eating, ARFID, food avoidance, or repetitive rituals around meals without realizing that obsessive-compulsive patterns may be part of what is driving the cycle. This episode breaks down why food can become attached to safety, certainty, and relief from distress, and why recovery requires more than simply “stopping” the behavior. Dr. Marianne also explores how neurodivergence, including ADHD and autism, can overlap with OCD and eating disorders in ways that are frequently misunderstood in traditional treatment spaces. What OCD and Eating Disorders Can Look Like Around Food This episode explores how OCD can show up through food rituals, rigid eating rules, repetitive behaviors, intrusive thoughts, contamination fears, and overwhelming “not-right” feelings connected to meals and eating experiences. Dr. Marianne explains why these patterns often become reinforced over time and why eating can begin to feel emotionally loaded, exhausting, and difficult to navigate. The Difference Between Food Preferences, Rituals, and Compulsions Not every food routine is automatically OCD, and not every eating disorder behavior comes from body image concerns. Dr. Marianne discusses the difference between supportive structure versus compulsive rigidity and explains why understanding the function of behaviors matters so much in eating disorder recovery. OCD, Neurodivergence, and Eating Disorders Many autistic people and ADHDers rely on predictability, sensory consistency, and routines to reduce overwhelm. This episode explores how OCD can intensify those needs and why treatment must account for sensory processing, executive functioning, anxiety, and nervous system regulation instead of relying on shame or force. Why “Just Stop the Behavior” Usually Does Not Work When providers or loved ones do not understand OCD and eating disorders, people often receive advice that increases distress instead of helping. Dr. Marianne explains why compulsions and rituals are not simply habits people can turn off instantly and why recovery requires compassion, pacing, flexibility, and support for the nervous system. Recovery From OCD and Eating Disorders This episode also explores what can actually help when food rules and compulsions take over. Dr. Marianne discusses building tolerance for uncertainty, gently interrupting rituals, supporting sensory needs, reducing shame, and creating more flexibility around eating without overwhelming the nervous system. Related Episodes When Eating Disorders Meet Anxiety, OCD, or Depression: Co-Occurring Challenges & Recovery Strategies on Apple & Spotify. Obsessions, Compulsions, and Control: How OCD Intertwines With Eating Disorders on Apple & Spotify. Food, Fear, & Fixation: How OCD Shapes Eating Disorders on Apple & Spotify. Work With Dr. Marianne Miller Dr. Marianne Miller is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and eating disorder therapist who specializes in ARFID, binge eating disorder, anorexia, bulimia, OCD, and neurodivergent-affirming care. She works with teens and adults in California and offers coaching support more broadly. Learn more about therapy, coaching, and eating disorder recovery support on her website drmariannemiller.com. Listen and Subscribe If this episode resonated with you, follow The Dr. Marianne-Land Podcast on your favorite podcast platform and share this episode with someone who feels trapped in food rules, rituals, anxiety, or intrusive thoughts around eating.

What if the most controlling relationship you've ever heard of isn't happening in a compound somewhere, but behind closed doors in an ordinary home? In this episode, Renee sits down with Rachel Bernstein, one of the country's leading cult interventionists and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of experience. Together they unpack one of the most eye-opening parallels in psychology: the stunning overlap between cult tactics and covert narcissistic relationships. If you've ever felt like you needed permission to exist in your own relationship — this episode will explain why. In this conversation, you'll discover: - Why a marriage or partnership can function as a "cult of two" - How covert narcissists use the same mind control techniques as cult leaders - Why intermittent gratification is just as addictive as gambling — and keeps you trapped - Why leaving feels like abandonment — and why that feeling is by design - How to start trusting your own inner voice again after years of gaslighting Rachel has worked with the Department of Justice, appeared in the Starz documentary Seduced: Inside the NXIVM Cult and Netflix series Unwell and How to Become a Cult Leader, and has likely spoken with more cult survivors than anyone in the history of her field. This is one of those conversations that makes everything suddenly make sense. Find Rachel at RachelBernsteinTherapy.com and on her podcast, IndoctriNation. Ready to take the next step in your healing? Visit www.covertnarcissism.com THE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY RENEE SWANSON, COVERT NARCISSISM PODCAST, AND CNG LIFE COACHING, AS WELL AS ANY GUEST CONTRIBUTORS INCLUDING RACHEL BERNSTEIN LMFT, IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DIAGNOSIS PURPOSES AND NOT INTENDED TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR CLINICAL CARE. PLEASE CONSULT A HEALTH CARE PROVIDER FOR GUIDANCE SPECIFIC TO YOUR CASE. THIS MATERIAL DISCUSSES NARCISSISM AND CULTIC CONTROL IN GENERAL. RENEE SHARES STORIES FROM HER PERSONAL EXPERIENCES AS WELL AS FROM THOSE SHE HAS TALKED WITH FOR SEVERAL YEARS. HER MATERIAL DOES NOT CLAIM THAT ANY SPECIFIC PERSON HAS NARCISSISM AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO REFER TO ANY SPECIFIC PERSON AS HAVING NARCISSISM. PERMISSION IS NOT GRANTED TO LINK TO OR REPOST THIS MATERIAL TO SUPPORT AN ALLEGATION OR SUPPORT A CLAIM THAT ANY SPECIFIC PERSON IS A NARCISSIST. THAT WOULD BE AN UNAUTHORIZED MISUSE OF THE MATERIAL AND INFORMATION PROVIDED. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us Fan MailWhy Husbands Pull Away After Work (What Most Wives Misunderstand About Men and Emotional Pressure)#marriageadvice #emotionalconnectionWhat would you think if you found your husband sleeping in the car… right outside the house… instead of coming inside?Most wives would take that personally.They'd think: 

Does one awkward interaction, unanswered text, or small piece of feedback ruin your entire day? You may not be “too sensitive.” You may be experiencing Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), especially if you also live with ADHD or an eating disorder. In this episode, Dr. Marianne explores why rejection can feel emotionally and physically painful, why shame spirals happen so quickly, and how emotional overwhelm can shape eating patterns, body image, and self-worth. What Is Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD)? Dr. Marianne breaks down what RSD actually is and why perceived criticism, disconnection, or rejection can trigger such intense emotional reactions. She explores how ADHD nervous systems often process emotions differently and why even subtle social shifts can feel catastrophic. This episode also examines how years of feeling misunderstood, corrected, excluded, or “too much” can shape the way neurodivergent people experience relationships and emotional safety. ADHD, Emotional Regulation, & Eating Disorders This episode explores the powerful overlap between ADHD, emotional regulation challenges, and eating disorders. Dr. Marianne discusses how rejection can quickly trigger binge eating urges, emotional eating, restrictive eating patterns, perfectionism, body image spirals, masking, and all-or-nothing thinking. She also explains why many neurodivergent people struggle to “move on” after rejection and why emotional pain can linger in the body long after the moment itself has passed. Why Food Often Becomes Part of the Coping Cycle When rejection activates the nervous system, the brain often searches for relief. For some people, food becomes soothing, grounding, or numbing. For others, appetite disappears completely and restriction begins to feel safer or more controlled. Dr. Marianne explains why these patterns are not about lack of willpower and why eating disorder behaviors often function as attempts to regulate overwhelming emotional states. Anti-Fat Bias, Ableism, & Emotional Pain Rejection does not happen in isolation. Dr. Marianne explores how anti-fat bias, ableism, stigma, and chronic misunderstanding can intensify emotional pain and increase sensitivity to rejection. She also discusses why marginalized people often carry higher levels of hypervigilance in social situations and why intersectionality matters when talking about ADHD, eating disorders, and nervous system regulation. Neurodivergent-Affirming Tools That Can Help Dr. Marianne shares supportive strategies for navigating RSD and eating disorder recovery, including sensory supports, low-lift eating approaches, nervous system regulation, and ways to reduce shame spirals without relying on punishment or rigid food rules. This episode focuses on building more self-understanding and creating coping tools that actually fit neurodivergent brains and lived experiences. Related Episodes Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) & Eating Disorders: The Emotional Toll of Feeling “Too Much" on Apple & Spotify. Eating Disorders & ADHD: Neurodivergent-Affirming Recovery With Taylor Ashley, RP @taylorashleytherapy on Apple and Spotify. ADHD & Bulimia: Dopamine, Impulsivity, & the Hidden Link to Binge Eating With Kirsten Book, PMHNP-BC on Apple and Spotify. Work With Dr. Marianne Dr. Marianne Miller is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) specializing in eating disorders, ARFID, binge eating disorder, neurodivergence, ADHD, and emotional regulation challenges. She offers therapy and coaching for people navigating food struggles, shame, sensory sensitivities, and overwhelming emotional experiences. Check out her self-paced, virtual, ARFID and Selective Eating Course. Listen & Subscribe If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who may need it and follow the Dr. Marianne-Land podcast on your favorite platform.

Whitney breaks down one of the most requested topics from her audience: the neglecting, rejecting and cruel mothers. She defines the different types, walks through the lasting impact of a mother like this on your inner voice, attachment patterns, mental health, and relationships in adulthood. Then she gives practical steps for moving forward.Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles.Have a question for Whitney? Send a voice memo or email to whitney@callinghome.coJoin the Family Cyclebreakers Club: https://callinghome.coFollow Whitney on Instagram | sitwithwhitFollow Whitney on YouTube | @whitneygoodmanlmftOrder Whitney's book, Toxic Positivity: https://sitwithwhit.com/toxic-positivitySign up for updates on Whitney's new book: https://cmnyyv4kpyt.typeform.com/to/PHMzjy0oThis podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you've ever sat down to meditate and felt like you were failing at it, this episode is for you. In this special episode, I read a section from my new book, Stuck Not Broken Book Three, on why most people are meditating wrong — and what to do instead. We'll get into:What meditation actually is through a nervous system lensWhy "clearing your mind" misses the point entirely How rejecting the present moment sabotages your practiceWhy quality matters far more than quantityWhat realistic, incremental progress looks like Meditation isn't about forcing your thoughts to stop or sitting still for 30 minutes. It's about connecting with your internal experience of the present moment — whatever it brings.

What if the key to healthier relationships is not changing the other person, but learning how to feel secure within yourself? In this episode of The D Shift, Mardi Winder sits down with Maria Vogel, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, to explore attachment styles, emotional safety, and the role self-security plays in both relationships and divorce.Maria shares how her work evolved from supporting children and families to helping adults heal unhealthy relational patterns. Drawing from both her professional expertise and her own experience as a child of divorce, Maria explains how attachment styles shape the way people seek emotional safety in relationships.Mardi and Maria unpack the anxious and avoidant dynamics that often appear in struggling marriages and why so many couples unintentionally trigger each other's deepest insecurities. The conversation explores the emotional toll of resentment, the challenges of deciding whether to stay or leave, and how self-regulation and boundaries can dramatically change the way people navigate conflict.Maria introduces the concept of “self security,” which focuses on building self-trust, emotional regulation, and healthy boundaries rather than depending on another person for emotional stability. The discussion also examines why staying together for the children can sometimes create more harm than healing and how divorce can become an opportunity for growth and healthier patterns moving forward.The episode highlights how:• Attachment styles are often strategies people develop to create emotional safety• Many struggling relationships involve anxious and avoidant dynamics that reinforce conflict• Resentment grows when issues remain unresolved for too long• Couples often wait far too long before seeking therapy or support• Self security comes from emotional regulation and healthy boundaries• Staying together for the children can sometimes create unhealthy emotional environments• Divorce is not failure and can become an opportunity for healing and growth• Building a healthier relationship with yourself changes every other relationship in your lifeAbout the Guest:Maria Vogel is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in couples and individuals who want to heal relational patterns. Through her group practice, Bhumi Therapy Center, Maria teaches clients how to build more intentional lives using mindfulness-based therapy techniques.For Maria's book, “Finally Secure”: https://a.co/d/0cIQzfW1To connect with Maria: Website: www.bhumitherapycenter.comIG: @mariavtherapyAbout the HostMardi Winder is a Strategic Divorce Consultant and High-Conflict Divorce Coach who helps high-achieving individuals navigate divorce with clarity, confidence, and control. Drawing on more than 30 years of experience in mediation, divorce coaching and conflict resolution, she supports clients in making smart decisions while reducing emotional and financial fallout, particularly in high-conflict, high-asset and complex divorces. Mardi is the founder of Positive Communication Systems, LLC, and the Strategic Divorce Directory, LLC.For Mardi's gift: The Resilience Building Blueprint: A 28-Day Journey To A Stronger You https://www.divorcecoach4women.com/rbbConnect with Mardi on Social Media:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Divorcecoach4womenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mardiwinderadams/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcecoach4women/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@divorcecoach4womenThanks for Listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the PodcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.Leave an Apple Podcast ReviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

Feel to Heal with Sharyn Nichols  We often believe we need clarity before we take action—that once everything makes sense, we'll finally feel ready to move forward. But in reality, clarity is something that develops through movement, not before it. Waiting for certainty can keep you stuck longer than necessary, even when you're ready for something more. In this episode, we explore how to move forward without having all the answers. You'll learn how to shift your focus from perfect decisions to aligned steps, how to recognize when you're waiting for clarity as a form of protection, and how to stay connected to yourself as you navigate uncertainty. This is about learning to trust direction over perfection. In this show, Sharyn Nichols, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and integrative guide, offers practical tools and grounded guidance to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and self-trust—so you can take meaningful steps without needing the full path in front of you. Feel To Heal: A Guide to Feeling, Healing, and Living from the Truth of Who You Are    Author Sharyn Nichols   Amazon.com – https://www.amazon.com/dp/1997615312 Amazon.ca – https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1997615312     ~ More About Feel to Heal with Sharyn Nichols ~  Sharyn Nichols is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist based in Los Angeles, California, with over 30 years of experience in mental health and wellness. She offers an integrative approach that blends evidence-based therapy—such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)—with time-tested mindfulness and meditation practices, somatic tools, and Human Design to support deeper self-awareness and lasting change. Sharyn helps clients recognize signs of stress, regulate their nervous systems, and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. As a certified Kundalini Yoga teacher, she also supports the mind-body connection—helping clients feel more grounded, present, and connected to themselves. Known for her warm, compassionate presence, Sharyn creates a safe space where clients can explore their full emotional experience—especially the feelings that tend to get avoided, like frustration, anger, resentment, and grief. Her work supports clients in moving from reactivity and emotional exhaustion toward clarity, self-trust, and a more peaceful relationship with themselves and others. Through her own journey, Sharyn has learned the power of focusing on what's truly within our control—and letting go of what isn't—so life can feel less like survival and more like choice. Are you ready to feel your feelings without being overwhelmed, break old patterns, and live from the truth of who you are? https://www.feeltoheal.com To get more of Fell To Heal with Sharyn Nichols, be sure to visit the podcast page for replays of all her shows here: https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/podcast/feel-to-heal-with-sharyn-nichols/

This podcast focused on the importance of mental health in families, emphasizing communication, stigma reduction, and support strategies for emotional well-being. Punam interviews Deepali Sansi, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has worked in Mental Health for more than 10 years. You can find her at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepali-sansi-lmft-44190911b/

When Safe Foods Stop Working: ARFID Plateaus, Burnout, & What Helps on Apple & Spotify. ARFID Explained: What It Feels Like, Why It's Misunderstood, & What Helps on Apple & Spotify. Why Sensory-Attuned Care Matters More Than Exposure in ARFID Treatment on Apple & Spotify. Complexities of Treating ARFID: How a Neurodivergent-Affirming, Sensory-Attuned Approach Works on Apple & Spotify. Work With Dr. Marianne Dr. Marianne Miller is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in ARFID, binge eating disorder, and neurodivergent-affirming eating disorder care. She offers therapy and coaching for clients in California, Washington, D.C., and globally. Check out her website drmariannemiller.com.  Follow her on Instagram @drmariannemiller. Email her directly at hello@drmariannemiller.com. Dr. Marianne also has an excellent virtual, self-paced ARFID and Selective Eating Course that's perfect for folks with ARFID who need more understanding and resources. It is neurodivergent-affirming, sensory-attuned, and trauma-informed.

I had a beautiful conversation with Payal Patel founder of Manu Counseling and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist on couple's therapy, parenting and men's mental health. We dive into a lot of various topics within the South Asian community that she has experienced through her work and ways to navigate it. Follow Payal: https://www.manucounseling.com/@manucounseling on IG Follow us:Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/innersereni⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tylcYoutube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/Ux0z8aOjfCA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.innerserenitylifecoaching.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Want a self guided course that will support you on your motherhood journey? Check out Mindfulness for Mamas: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thoughtful-artist-9667.ck.page/mindfulnessformamas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our affirmations cards: https://www.innerserenitylifecoaching.com/shopSoul Full Womb -- a beautiful book I wrote about my motherhood journey: https://www.innerserenitylifecoaching.com/shop Super excited to hear from you all -- kindly appreciate all the ratings and reviews.

It's time for an honest look at therapists on the internet. Whitney answers the question of whether or not therapists as influencers and content creators are a problem... which includes an honest self-reflection.Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles.Have a question for Whitney? Send a voice memo or email to whitney@callinghome.coJoin the Family Cyclebreakers Club: https://callinghome.coFollow Whitney on Instagram | sitwithwhitFollow Whitney on YouTube | @whitneygoodmanlmftOrder Whitney's book, Toxic Positivity: https://sitwithwhit.com/toxic-positivitySign up for updates on Whitney's new book: https://cmnyyv4kpyt.typeform.com/to/PHMzjy0oThis podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we dive into the powerful insights of Dr. Kim, also known as “The Parentologist,” and her transformative approach to raising emotionally connected, confident children. Drawing from her clinical work and her new book Parenting Through Play, we explore how play is truly the language of childhood—and how, as adults, we often forget its importance.Dr. Kim reminds us that while parents tend to rely on words, children communicate through play. When we meet them in that space, we unlock deeper trust, understanding, and connection. This episode highlights how play isn't just fun—it's a foundational tool for building self-confidence, emotional security, and strong parent-child relationships.We also discuss the importance of validation: seeing our children, hearing them, and responding in ways that foster trust and reciprocity. Dr. Kim offers practical, relatable strategies that feel accessible and real—no overwhelming jargon, just guidance that meets you where you are as a parent.In addition, we touch on a topic that's often overlooked: the parent's own emotional regulation. From navigating the transition between work and home life to managing stress in everyday parenting moments, Dr. Kim provides tools to help you stay grounded so you can show up fully for your children.Whether you're parenting a baby, toddler, or child up to age 12, this episode is packed with meaningful takeaways. If your goal is to build trust, deepen connection, and nurture confidence in your child, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.About Dr. Kim:Dr. Kim is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Registered Play Therapist, author of Parenting Through Play: Creative Strategies for Building Better Behavior, Deeper Connection, and Positive Communication, and host of The Parentologist Podcast. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Sociology from UCLA, a Master's in Broadcast Journalism from Syracuse University, and both a Master's and Doctorate in Psychology with a focus on Marital and Family Therapy.With over 20 years of experience as a public speaker, Dr. Kim has worked extensively in television and radio. Prior to earning her doctorate, she spent five years in Los Angeles as a National Account Manager for Clear Channel Communications, specializing in sales, marketing, and advertising. Following her doctoral work, she served for five years as a Program Manager at a nonprofit agency, where she implemented a positive behavior support program across more than 20 elementary schools. She has also worked as a Behavior Consultant and Supervisor, supporting families with children on the autism spectrum.Follow her on Instagram : @theparentologist

Discover what's possible when your responses are truly aligned with your intentions. What is the key to understanding and connecting with your child? If you're the parent of a neurodivergent child, you'll want to listen to this episode with Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Lafaya Mitchell. Lafaya is the mother of three children, two of whom are autistic. In this conversation, we discuss: The different levels of autism acceptance and how they are tied to a parent's personal growth Common struggles of parents trying to understand their child's needs Hidden effects of family dynamics Why the expression “problem child” is itself problematic Cultural sensitivity and how the Black American community responds to Lafaya's program One of the most rewarding experiences she's ever had while working with children on the spectrum To learn more about Lafaya Mitchell, please visit lafayaway.com. ----more---- We appreciate your time. If you enjoy this podcast and you'd like to support our mission, please take just a few seconds to share it with one person who you think will find value in it too. Follow us on Instagram: @autismpodcast Join our Facebook group: Autism Knows No Borders  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Global Autism Project We would love to hear your feedback about the show. Please fill out this short survey to let us know your thoughts: Listener Survey.

Some of the hardest parent relationships to name are the ones that look fine from the outside. Whitney breaks down the distant parent-child relationship - what defines it, what it feels like to grow up never quite being seen, and why trying harder to earn closeness often makes the distance widen.Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles.Have a question for Whitney? Send a voice memo or email to whitney@callinghome.coJoin the Family Cyclebreakers Club: https://callinghome.coFollow Whitney on Instagram | sitwithwhitFollow Whitney on YouTube | @whitneygoodmanlmftOrder Whitney's book, Toxic Positivity: https://sitwithwhit.com/toxic-positivitySign up for updates on Whitney's new book: https://cmnyyv4kpyt.typeform.com/to/PHMzjy0oThis podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You're not surviving an earthquake in your narcissistic relationship. You're surviving termites—slow, structural damage no one else can see...until it's too late! In this 11th installment of Death by 1,000 Cuts, Tony Overbay, LMFT, shares his own cut for the first time in the series: the weekly phone call with his mom that was never going to land as "enough," no matter how he showed up. From there, he walks through four clusters of cuts pulled directly from listeners—the illusion of choice, two versions of reality, being set up to fail, and the punishment that arrives wrapped as a "we problem." If you've ever tried to describe what life inside an emotionally immature or narcissistic relationship actually feels like and watched the people around you look confused, this episode puts language around what your body has been telling you all along. Episode highlights: Recognize the "attack surface"—why your opinion gets requested, then quietly dismantled (paint colors, restaurants, Christmas gifts) Decode the two-faces pattern, projection, and how reality gets edited in real time Spot the setup-to-fail trap: squeegees, mowing, dishwashers, and "help" that's actually a rigged test Understand co-regulation and why a relationship destabilizes the moment you start getting healthier Hear what continues after separation—and why "diagnostic warfare" lands as a dull thud once you become more grounded Tony Overbay is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, betrayal-trauma certified, and the founder of the Magnetic Marriage course and the Men's Emotional Architects group—work built on helping people name what they couldn't quite name before. If something in this episode pulled up a cut of your own, write it down. And if you're willing to share it for a future episode, send it to contact@tonyoverbay.com. You're not crazy. You're recognizing termites. 00:00 Welcome and Updates 01:25 Termites House Metaphor 05:04 Why It's Hard to Explain 06:41 Co-Regulation and Equilibrium 08:45 Tony's Phone Call Cut 13:19 Why These Episodes Validate 15:04 Cluster One Illusion of Choice 19:20 Cluster Two-Two Realities 23:08 Masks in Public 24:33 Faith and Validation 26:44 Reality Gets Edited 27:30 Everything Is a We Problem 29:16 Set Up to Fail 33:35 Punishment and Withdrawal 38:00 After Separation 39:29 Parallel Parenting Masks 40:35 Diagnostic Warfare 42:11 Grounded Healing Tools 44:31 Write It Down 47:18 Closing Thanks Please follow Tony on Instagram @virtual.couch on Tiktok @virtualcouch on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tonyoverbaylmft and on Substack https://thevirtualcouch.substack.com/ You can reach out to Tony through his website tonyoverbay.com or by emailing contact @ tonyoverbay.com

In this episode, Justin Sunseri sits down with Erick Cloward, host of the Stoic Coffee Break podcast, for a deep dive into the Stoic practice of Amor Fati, or "loving your fate." Learn how to connect ancient Stoic wisdom with modern nervous system science. Erick and Justin discuss how to use principles from Stoicism and Polyvagal Theory to practice self-regulation, manage anxiety, and build emotional strength.Discover how to stop fighting reality and instead find power in accepting what is. This conversation explores how to embrace your emotions, turn obstacles into opportunities, and live a more virtuous, regulated life. ➡️ Learn more from Erick Cloward: Stoic Coffee Break Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StoicCoffee"Stoicism 101" Book: https://www.amazon.com/Stoicism-101-Epictetus-Essential-Philosophy/dp/1507223579Build an Unbreakable Mind Program: https://stoic.coffee/unbreakable/