The Overwhelmed Brain
Get to the root of emotional issues and learn the best way to relate to yourself and others by honoring your personal boundaries and making decisions that are in alignment with what's most important to you.
This is not a "common-sense" personal growth and development show. You won't be told to think positively or create affirmations. The Overwhelmed Brain is about accessing that deeper mental and emotional strength inside you so that you can decrease or even eliminate old fears and evolve into the person you want to be.
Learn what your parents or caretakers never taught you about emotional wellness and creating strong, non-toxic bonds with others.
If you want the exact instructions that will help improve your life, you're in the right place.
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- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 59 minutes
- Episodes
- 597
- Years Active
- 2014 - 2025
Can you heal from the big reveal of your partner's past?
So you get someone special and you're feeling pretty good abou things, but then they reveal something they did in their past that takes all those good feelings away. Now you're not sure what to do ab…
00:36:13 |
Sun 01 Dec 2024
Those "Nothing" people when you ask what's wrong
What do you do when someone won't share what's on their mind? They're acting very different, but they're refusing to say why. They might even tell you nothing's wrong. But you know something's up...
00:35:07 |
Sun 24 Nov 2024
The family bonds that require boundaries
What happens if you marry into a family that doesn't really honor your presence or your boundaries? Sometimes their family doesn't feel like yours, especially when you feel like a total outsider beca…
00:27:57 |
Sun 17 Nov 2024
Arguing your way to understanding
If you find yourself caught in misunderstandings over seemingly simple matters like where you should store your house paint, you’re not alone. Can clear communication prevail during an argument? Ther…
00:46:20 |
Sun 10 Nov 2024
The bonds that never seem to end
If you find you can't get certain people from your past out of your mind, the deep connections we form might go a lot deeper than we think.
00:29:43 |
Sun 03 Nov 2024
When your relationships aren't exactly high quality or authentic
Some relationships can be shallow and superficial. Some can be toxic and harmful. Then there are those that are quite meaningful. Why can't they all be meaningful? There might be a way to do that... …
00:37:51 |
Sun 27 Oct 2024
What to do when someone you care about shows more excitement about their interests than you
Some people like things we don't. Some get excited over the things we find uninteresting. What happens when their interests become more exciting to them than us? Do we accept our place in their line …
00:35:11 |
Sun 20 Oct 2024
When people treat you as you were, not as you are
Learning and growing is a natural part of life. Some people embrace those changes in you, but what about those who don't? What if all they see is who you've always been and aren't willing to see the …
00:36:28 |
Sun 13 Oct 2024
When you love someone so much it doesn't matter how much they hurt you
Can love keep the relationship together and override all? A loving person can also hurt you. But is love alone enough to resolve the deeper issues and provide long-term happiness? It's a very importa…
00:34:54 |
Sun 06 Oct 2024
Can we get past the issues that divide us
If you find yourself frustrated by divisive political or values conversations, this episode might be for you. Is there a way to maintain positive interactions despite opposing views? Hoping I can hel…
00:42:42 |
Sun 29 Sep 2024
Dealing with hurtful people who won't change
Have you ever wondered why some people just won’t change no matter how much you try? Don't they see that they are hurtful and toxic? Why can't they just be "normal"? I try to answer all of these ques…
00:47:39 |
Sun 22 Sep 2024
I didn't ask to be born and I don't want to be here
If you find yourself questioning the value of your existence or struggling with deep-seated negativity, this episode addresses those heavy, existential questions that might be weighing on your mind. …
00:48:23 |
Sun 15 Sep 2024
The people who don't grow may never accept your growth
When certain people in your life prefer the old you instead of the new one, you may face their resistance and maybe even their frustration. When you learn, heal and grow, you let go of old dysfunctio…
00:42:59 |
Sun 08 Sep 2024
Can an unempathetic person develop empathy?
Relationships require empathy. Without it, you will have an imbalance that will not only feel lonely, but also emotionally toxic.
00:49:56 |
Sun 01 Sep 2024
Obsession and regret - when you just can't stop thinking about what happened
Why do obsessive thoughts take over our minds? What keeps them there? And why can't we stop them after they start? There are so many questions about something so pervasive and invasive that I try to …
00:49:19 |
Sun 25 Aug 2024
The part of you that you don't want others to see
Do you ever wonder why it’s so hard to show your true self to others? I explore how hiding parts of yourself can affect your relationships and what it takes to foster deeper emotional connections by …
00:46:58 |
Sun 18 Aug 2024
Moving out of a full life of toxic family
Leaving a toxic upbringing and the dysfunctional family home can bring about anxiety, fear, and even loneliness. Trauma bonding is real. Childhood experiences deeply impact adult behaviors and coping…
00:43:06 |
Sun 11 Aug 2024
Relationship challenges, insecurities, and questions
Relationships shouldn't be hard, but we know they can be. When they are more challenging because of their issues, or ours, or both, it's helpful to find the glimmer of light to shine on a seemingly d…
00:51:07 |
Sun 04 Aug 2024
What will you sacrifice to be happy?
Sometimes, happiness requires a loss. Many people aren't willing to take that loss, which might be the very reason they are unhappy. Getting to happiness isn't always just doing what makes you happy.…
00:31:06 |
Sun 28 Jul 2024
Know your worth
Sometimes we have to make a tough choice and give someone the bad news about our next step. That next step? Could be telling your boss you quit or a partner you're leaving. Some people can't handle b…
00:42:09 |
Sun 21 Jul 2024
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