You’re Not for Everyone

E.209. Self Loathing

15 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Self-loathing is more than low self-esteem. It is a deep, persistent belief that something is fundamentally wrong with who we are. It ca...

E.208. Childhood Neglect

12 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Childhood neglect is often overlooked because it is defined by what didn’t happen rather than what did. Unlike abuse, neglect can be h...

E.207. Adult Children Of Alcoholics

11 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Growing up with an alcoholic parent can leave emotional scars that last long into adulthood. In this episode, we’ll explore the unique...

E.206. Borderline Mothers

10 Jun 2026

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Text Jackie!!!Growing up with a borderline mother can leave lasting emotional footprints that affect relationships, self-esteem, and identity well int...

E.205. Gray Rocking

05 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Gray rocking is a communication strategy often used to manage interactions with manipulative, toxic, or emotionally draining people. In ...

E.204. Why We Hide: The Psychology of Blending In

04 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Why do so many people hide their true selves and choose to blend in? In this episode, we explore the psychological and mental health fac...

E.203. The Body's Response to Emotional Pain

29 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!In this episode, we explore Louise Hay’s philosophy on the emotional connection between the mind and body. Learn how stress, suppresse...

E.202. Rest As A Self Care Practice

28 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!In this episode, we explore the importance of rest in a world that constantly pushes productivity and hustle. We discuss how physical, e...

E.201. Understanding Pornography Addiction

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!In this episode, we explore the hidden emotional layers behind pornography addiction, including shame, loneliness, coping behaviors, and...

E. 200. Letting Go Of Bitterness

24 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Bitterness often begins as unresolved pain. In this episode, we explore how resentment develops, how it impacts our emotional and physic...

Jackie's Children's Book Announcement!!!

03 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Zola the Brave Little Poodle is a heartwarming story that shows children—and the grown-ups who love them—how to face challenges with...

E.199. When We Disappoint Ourselves

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!A powerful exploration of what it really means to let yourself down—and why it happens more often than we admit. This episode unpacks ...

E.198. Why Some People Let Us Down

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Why do people disappoint us—even the ones who care? This episode explores the psychology, nervous system responses, and relational pat...

E.197. Sychophants: Trading Authenticity for Approval

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!What is a sycophant—and why do some people feel the need to constantly flatter, agree, and seek approval from others? In this episode,...

E.196. Why Some People Attract Predators

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!A deep dive into the psychology behind why some people repeatedly find themselves in toxic or manipulative relationships. This episode e...

E.195. Have We Lost The Ability To Think Critically?

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!In a world of constant noise, are we losing the ability to think for ourselves? This episode uncovers why critical thinking is declining...

E.194. Desensitized

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!In today’s fast-paced, overstimulated world, many of us have become emotionally numb without even realizing it. We have lost our abili...

E.193. Feeling Disconnected

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!In a world of remote working, functioning on screens and the pressure to be constantly productive, many people are feeling disconnected....

E.192. Empathy Fatigue

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!A gentle, grounded conversation about empathy fatigue—what happens when caring deeply starts to feel heavy. This podcast explores the ...

A New Years Meditation

01 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!This New Year’s meditation is a gentle, holistic practice designed to help you release what no longer serves you and step into the yea...

E.191. Displaced Fixation

30 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Displaced fixation happens when the mind locks onto a belief, behavior, or identity to avoid feeling something deeper that once felt uns...

E.190. AI as a Therapist

29 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!AI is changing how we process our thoughts and emotions—but can it really replace a therapist? In this episode, we explore the benefit...

E.189. Release & Reset

28 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!This episode invites listeners to leave behind any thoughts or behaviors that we have outgrown and that no longer serve us.  Jackie enc...

E.188. Rigid Obsessions

27 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!This episode explores how deeply held beliefs can quietly shift from grounding convictions into rigid obsessions. We examine the psychol...

E.187. Healing Shame

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!In this episode, we unpack the heavy weight of shame — what it is, how it shows up in our bodies, and the subtle ways it shapes our se...

E.186. Understanding Hoarding

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!In this episode, we explore the hidden world of hoarding—what it really is, why it happens, and how it’s different from clutter or c...

E.185. Physical Dependence on Alcohol

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!What happens when the body starts needing alcohol just to function? In this episode, we explore physical dependence on alcohol—how it ...

E.184. Understanding Privilege

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!In this episode, we explore the often misunderstood concept of privilege—what it really means, how it shows up in everyday life, and w...

E.183. Resistance to Therapy

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Why do some people resist therapy—even when they know they need help? In this episode, we dive into the deeper reasons behind therapy ...

E.182. Understanding Hakomi Therapy

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!What if your body could help you heal emotional wounds you didn’t even know you were carrying?  In this episode, we explore Hakomi Th...

E.181. Healing News & Media Burnout

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!In this episode, we dive into the emotional toll of constant news and media exposure. From doomscrolling to crisis fatigue, we explore h...

E.180. Identity Fusion

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!In this episode, we explore identity fusion—a powerful psychological state where a person’s sense of self becomes deeply merged with...

E.179. Cortisol: The Stress Hormone

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Jackie explores the powerful role cortisol—the body’s primary stress hormone—plays in our mental and physical health. From weight ...

E.178. Selfish People

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!A selfish person prioritizes their own needs and desires above those of others, often to the detriment of others' well-being. They ...

E.177. Understanding Woke Culture

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!"Woke culture" refers to a broader awareness of social inequalities and a push for social justice, often encompassing issues l...

E. 176. The Trump Obsession

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Whether you love him or hate him, whether you are MAGA or a LIB, Donald Trump has commanded our attention and has become a major obsessi...

E.175. Benefits of Laughter

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Laughter, often considered "the best medicine," offers a wide array of benefits for both your physical and mental well-being i...

E. 174. Self Doubt

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Self-Doubt is defined as the lack of confidence in oneself and one's abilities.  Feeling doubt often stems from a combination of ...

E.173. Deep Loneliness

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Deep loneliness refers to chronic and persistent feelings of isolation and disconnection from others, often accompanied by a lack of mea...

E.172. Screen & Information Overload

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Screen overload, also known as digital or information overload, occurs when excessive screen time leads to mental fatigue, irritability,...

E.171. Being An Extremist

26 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Being an extremist involves having extreme political and/or religious beliefs that include being intolerant, hateful, and having the pot...

E.170. Spiritually Disconnected

25 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Feeling spiritually disconnected can manifest as a lack of meaning, purpose, or connection to something larger than oneself. It can also...

E.169. Seek & You Will Find

25 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Where focus goes, energy flows.  What you seek, you find!  Jackie asks you to reflect on what you're seeking in life.  Are you s...

E.168. Tools for Decision Making

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Decision making is the process of making choices by identifying a decision, gathering information, and assessing alternative resolutions...

E. 167. Live As If....

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!How we choose to live in this world is a direct outcome of our mindset.  We choose our thoughts and those thoughts dictate our physical...

E.166. The Misogynist

16 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!A misogynist is someone who holds hateful, contemptuous, or prejudiced views towards women or girls. Misogyny is a type of sexism that c...

E.165. Oppositional Defiant Disorder in Adults

15 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) in adults causes the individual to act out in three ways: constantly angry or in a bad mood, defiant...

E.164. Old Dogs. New Tricks

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Teaching older dogs new tricks can be challenging because they often have established habits, may experience physical limitations, and m...

E.163. Fear Based Thinking

02 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Fear-Based Thinking is how our mind works when we're in a state of fear.  It narrows our focus, restricts learning, blocks compass...

E.162. Navigating Grief During the Holiday Season

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Losing a loved one is extremely painful and brings out a host of sadness and grief.  Unfortunately, the holiday season can intensify th...

E.161. Creating a Stress-Free Holiday Season

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!The holiday season can become overwhelming with obligations, gift giving, financial strains and much more.  Jackie provides tools to cr...

E.160. What You Consume Matters

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Every day we consume things that can either uplift us or bring us down.  Social media, food, energy, alcohol and the news are just a fe...

E.159. Reasons Someone May Choose Suicide

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Anyone who has had someone they care about commit suicide knows there are always so many unresolved questions.  Also, there are people ...

E.158. Moral Disengagement

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!More than half of the country voted Donald Trump into presidency, but there are many people who did not vote for him and are left baffle...

E.157. Adverse Transformational Leadership

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Transformational leaders know how to encourage, inspire and motivate people to perform in ways that create meaningful change.  Martin L...

E.156. Love Bombing

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Love bombing  involves a person going above and beyond for you in an effort to manipulate you into a relationship with them. It looks d...

E.155. The Mental Health Benefits of Having A Pet

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!For many of us, our pets bring us happiness, companionship and a sense of purpose. Dogs specifically have been proven to reduce stress, ...

E.154. Why People Hate

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Hate seems to be overtaking over our country and it only seems to be intensifying.  Jackie explains the root of hatred and how it diffe...

E.153. Marie Lisette Rimer Shares the Loss of Her Son to Suicide

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Lisette's son seemed to be a young adult thriving in the world.  He had friends and a wonderful family.  He was living in Berlin ...

E.152. Self Discipline

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Self-discipline is the ability to keep working toward your goals, even when it's difficult or you don't feel like it. It'...

E.151. To Grow or Stay The Same

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!The comfort zone is a familiar place where people feel at ease and in control, while the growth zone is the space outside of that comfor...

E.150. Fall Affirmations

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!This is a brief episode offering some affirmations to empower, support and inspire as we evolve into the fall season.Support the show Cl...

E.149. Mental Health In Children

30 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!All children are sad, anxious, irritable, or aggressive at times, and many find it occasionally challenging to sit still, pay attention,...

E. 148. The Problem with Complacency

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Complacency is feeling so satisfied with your own abilities or situation that you feel you do not need to try any harder.   Complacency...

E.147. Post-Traumatic Growth

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Post-Traumatic Growth is the positive psychological change that some individuals experience after a life crisis or traumatic event. Post...

E.146. The Challenge of Sobriety

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Though choosing sobriety is healthier choice for everyone, why is it so hard?  The challenges of sobriety include managing uncomfortabl...

E.145. The Fragmented Self

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!A fractured sense of self can refer to a distorted, unstable, or fragmented sense of identity that can make it difficult to form relatio...

E.144. A Self Love Exercise

12 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Self-love is a feeling of appreciation, regard, and affinity for oneself. It's closely related to self-esteem and self-compassion, ...

E.143. Understanding Addiction

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Addiction is defined as not having control over doing, taking or using something to the point where it could be harmful to you. It is a ...

E.142. The People Pleaser

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!A people pleaser is someone who has a strong desire to please others, often at the expense of their own needs. People pleasers may be em...

E.141. Anxious Attachment Style

04 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!People with anxious attachment styles may have difficulty feeling secure in their relationships, even though they desire to feel close t...

E.140. Inner Child Wounds

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Do you self-sabotage?  Repeat unhealthy patterns?  Consistently date the wrong people?  Have conflicts with family or in the workplac...

E.139. Shame VS Guilt

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Guilt is a feeling you get when you did something wrong, or perceived you did something wrong. Shame is a feeling that your whole self i...

E.138. Why I Stopped Drinking

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Jackie shares her personal journey that lead her to choose to stop drinking.  She shares how our alcohol is so ingrained in our culture...

E.137. We Become What We Repeatedly Do

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Our daily choices  can bring joy or pain, success or defeat, energy or lethargy to our lives.  Jackie shares how what we repeatedly do...

E.136. The Adult Bully

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Yes adults can be bullies.  Bullying is defined as a form of aggressive behavior in which someone intentionally and repeatedly causes a...

E.135. Perfectionism

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Perfectionism becomes toxic when its a gripping desire for success.  Perfectionists are most focused on avoiding failure that could res...

E.134. Healing After A Tragedy

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!We all grieve differently and grieving from a tragedy is both intense and surreal. However we move through grief, trauma, or pain, it&ap...

E.133. Effects of Childhood Sexual Abuse

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Child sexual abuse is defined as sexual activity with a child by an adult, adolescent or older child. If any adult engages in sexual act...

E.132. Unconditional Love

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Unconditional love is a selfless act of loving someone without expecting anything in return. It's a love that's free, without ...

E.131. True Confidence

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!True confidence is defined by your ability to trust in your capabilities, intelligence, and sense of judgement. There's a certain s...

E.130. Gaslighting

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation in which the abuser attempts to sow self-doubt and confusion in their victim's ...

E. 130. Emotional Prosperity

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Emotional prosperity is the ability to harness, regulate, and reflect over all of our emotions.  Emotional prosperity allows us to move...

E.129. Night Time Depression

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Increased feelings of depression at night could be the result of people having fewer distractions. Depression can lead to insomnia, whic...

E.128. A Suicide Discussion

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!More and more often we hear of someone passing away from suicide.  It is a topic that is uncomfortable for so many but one that needs t...

E.127. Trauma Bonding

29 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!! A trauma bond is a connection between an abusive person and the individual they abuse. It is reflective of an attachment created by re...

E.126. Green Flags In Relationships

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Green flags are signs of a healthy and positive relationship.   We use the term “green flag” to highlight positive actions or trait...

E.125. Weapons of a Narcissist

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Narcissists have an unreasonably high sense of their own importance. They need and seek too much attention and want people to admire the...

E.124. Easing Anxiety

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Anxiety is a feeling of fear, dread, and uneasiness. It might cause you to sweat, feel restless and tense, and have a rapid heartbeat. ...

E.123. Signs Your Drinking May Be A Problem

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!! Alcoholism is a term used to describe the most serious form of problem drinking at a level that causes harm to your health. It describ...

E.122. Spiritual Hygiene

03 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Spiritual hygiene refers to the intentional practices we adopt to cleanse and protect our energy field. It involves creating a daily rou...

E.121. Repairing After Conflict

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Knowing how to repair  after a conflict  can make the difference between bringing a relationship closer together or building further r...

E. 120. Breaking An Addiction

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Addiction is when you have a strong physical or psychological need or urge to do something or use something. It is a dependence on a sub...

E.119. Fears That Come With The Aging Process

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Aging is a natural part of life's progression but many people have a real fear of growing older.  Some fears seem to intensify wit...

E.118. Bitterness As A Mental Health Disorder

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Bitterness is an emotion typically characterised by feelings of anger, resentment, and hostility.  Bittnerness can take over our lives ...

E.117. The Connection Between ADHD & Complex Trauma

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!ADHD is a mental health condition typically characterized by inattentive, hyperactive, or impulsive behavior.  Complex trauma describes...

E.116. Creating A Safety Plan

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Safety planning is about brainstorming ways to stay safe and to help reduce the risk of future harm. It can include planning for a futur...

E.115. Some Results of Unresolved Trauma

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Unresolved Trauma manifests itself in many ways and is unique to each person.  Results may include, among many others, eating disorders...

E.114. Becoming Sober Curious

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!Sober curious is a term that means questioning your relationship with alcohol and thinking about trying sobriety, even if you are not re...

E.113. Healing Trauma. Bottom Up Approach

29 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Text Jackie!!!The bottom-up approach is a very effective way to heal trauma.   Our body responds to trauma, overwhelm & fear naturally but these...