Growth

#205 Why it’s not too late to start (or restart)?

It can be tough whether it’s starting for the first time or maybe even restarting the steps towards your goals.

Most of the time it’s the 3 P’s that get in the way of forward movement.

In this episode you’ll learn how to identify and overcome the 3 P’s:
Perfectionism
People Pleasing
Procrastination
Dr. Kristie will share examples from her life as well as others to help you make the changes you need to create a better relationship with yourself and others, so you can design the life you deserve.

#204 Stop Doing These Things If You Want A Healthier Relationship With Yourself

Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth?

We explore common behaviors hindering self-connection and growth.

In this episode, Dr. Kristie talks about 10 common behaviors that can get in the way of having a good relationship with oneself, such as self-criticism, perfectionism, negative self-talk, and avoiding self-reflection. Dr. Overstreet provides suggestions for “fixing” each behavior.

Start by applying these strategies today, and stay tuned for more insights in our upcoming episodes!

#203 How To Know If You’re In A Healthy Relationship?

Discover the Secrets to Healthy Relationship

Learn how to assess your relationship health and avoid staying in unfulfilling connections. Explore the key dynamics that make a relationship thrive, from mutual respect to effective conflict resolution. Discover the importance of quality time, shared values, and trust in nurturing a loving partnership.

In this episode, Dr. Kristie dives deep into the world of relationships, shedding light on what it takes to build and maintain a fulfilling partnership.

Whether in a relationship or looking to improve your connection with others, this episode has insights that can make a real difference.

#200 How to Create Emotional Safety in your Relationship

In this episode, we will discuss emotional safety, what truly occurs when we lack it, how to restore sex and intimacy when they are lacking, the relationship between our attachment style and emotional safety, how that’s connected to it,

and the 10 practical steps to start practicing and

#199 5 Ways To Improve Self-compassion

No one could be harder on me than I am on myself…
I beat myself up harder than anyone else ever could…
With a loud inner critic which often masquerades as “motivation,” it’s easy to forget the importance of self-compassion.

This episode offers empowerment to cultivate healthier relationships, not just with yourself, but also with others. We dive into the power of self-compassion and how to develop it, all while sharing personal experiences and motivational mantras that have weathered challenging times.
Armed with these simple yet powerful tools, stay grounded and focused in the present, letting go of past mistakes or simply seeking ways to be gentler with yourself. So, tune in and be sure to share this episode with someone you knows needs it!

#198 Coming Out and Into the Woods with Lindsay and Lauren

Wondering how to navigate the highs and lows of embracing your unique identity, especially in the face of societal norms? Join us as we engage in a heartfelt and honest discussion with the inspiring duo, Lindsay Boccardo and Lauren Moffatt. Our guests delve into their personal experiences of overcoming internalized homophobia, religious and spiritual trauma, and complicated family dynamics. They share the fear, courage, and resilience that has enabled them to stand tall in their truth.

In this episode, we talk about their experiences of coming out and the importance of supportive partners and allies. Lindsay and Lauren provide useful advice on how to create an accepting environment for LGBTQIA+ individuals and their families. Finally, our guests recount the empowering process of personal growth that comes from being true to oneself.

Join us on this inspiring journey as we explore the dynamics of coming out, the pressure of purity culture, and the power of authenticity. Be prepared to be moved and inspired.

#197 Why I decided to start IVF and get Engaged at 45 using the Decision Making Method

tust is vital when making major life decisions,

In this episode we’ll delve into how to foster that trust in oneself. We’ll also discuss how to navigate when you feel unsure and how to handle the inevitable setbacks. Remember, growth is not linear, and taking a step back often precedes moving forward. We’ll stand together facing the tough decisions, making this formidable journey less intimidating.

#196 Pleasure and Intimacy interview with Dr. Kristie and Paige Bond

Examining our sexual template, these are the messages we received growing up through young-adult and adulthood that shape how we see ourselves and our sexual selves.

In this episode, we talked about rewriting that template, examining our needs for emotional and physical closeness, confronting sexually demeaning messages, incorporating sexual touch into relationships, communicating desire, having wonderful sexual experiences, and then figuring out how to revive a bedroom where nothing is happening.

I’m going to share my interview with Paige Bond LMFT from her podcast, Stubborn Love. This conversation is about breaking sexual taboos and exploring pleasure, intimacy, and equality.

#195 What to do if you feel lost in life?

Have you ever felt lost? 

Not just getting lost when driving or hiking somewhere; It means getting internally lost?

Are you living a life where you feel connected to who you are? And where do you want to be in your relationships?

#194 Lust Life Love with Stephanie Sellars

Is true love a reason to be monogamous?

What happens when a relationship ends? If we think there’s only one person for us, what would happen if they died?

What if we ended our relationship with them? Why did those connections end? Does that mean the relationship meant nothing?

#193 Expectations, Estrangement and Parental Healing with Abbey Williams

How’s your relationship with your mother?

Do you need to set up boundaries with your mom?

There are a lot of problems that can arise in relationships with parents. Depending on how well that relationship is going, there can come a time when you really need to consider how it’s impacting you, your family, and others close to you.

#192 How To Tell The Difference In Your Inner Critic Versus Your Inner Voice

We’ll discuss the distinction between your inner critic and your inner voice, also known as your inner direction. Some individuals refer to this inner voice as their gut feeling or intuition, while others call it their inner critic.

We’ll also look into several scenarios in which you might notice the differences and discuss the method for doing so. I will also share tips that work well for me.

#191 Unbroken with Dr. MaryCatherine McDonald

Discussions about trauma are everywhere. That’s because almost everyone has gone through a traumatic event at some point. Everyone deals with it and reacts to it differently. Yet what unites us is the idea that trauma results in dysfunction in how we respond to it. and the fact that the trauma response is a sign of strength, not weakness.

#189 How To Be A Better Communicator In Relationships

How can you communicate more effectively in your relationships? Start by accepting that you have no control over anyone else. You only have control over yourself, and that means being fully and authentically responsible for how you communicate.

Your feelings, thoughts, beliefs, behaviors, and experiences effect how you show up in your relationships.

Are you taking what someone says personally? Are you taking responsibility for what comes out of your mouth? Are you playing the victim? Do you get caught up in tit-for-tat arguments?

In today’s episode, Dr. Kristie will walk you through five specific actions you may start taking to improve your communication skills in relationships.

#188 5 Easy Tips To Stay Accountable With Your Goals

Achieving your goals doesn’t always require hard work, determination, or willpower.
What’s more important is your process or steps to complete the goal.

Although you have had willpower in the past, did you achieve your goal?

You’ve put a lot of effort into it and worked really hard on it, but did you achieve your goals?

Did having determination make your goal happen?

Even if you put forth a lot of effort and have a strong sense of willpower, you know that you don’t have a doable process that suits you and your unique self.

#187 How To Stop Overthinking From Ruining Your Progress

Do you ever get so lost in overthinking that you can’t focus or make good decisions?

Whether you’re worried about what you said, that fight with your partner that y’all haven’t worked out, fear that your job will be cut, or about what could happen to your children?
These are areas that do deserve attention especially when problems need solving, but getting stuck in your overthinking will buckle you.

Overthinking will continue to get in the way of your progress if you let it. You can’t emotionally, physically, mentally, or spiritually afford to continue your habit of overthinking.

#186 Myths about Sexual Desire and Arousal to Stop Believing

Sexual desire, arousal, and differences in desire happen, especially through changes in our life experiences. Dealing with these issues can cause shame, embarrassment, and anxiety.

The messages we’ve received through the years contribute to our self-talk, especially when it comes to our sexual selves. We begin to believe that something is wrong with us or that our desire is directly connected with our ability to love our partner and many other myths that negatively affect our sexual self-esteem.

#185 Why We Have To Uphold Boundaries In Relationships?

What are boundaries in relationships?

How do you uphold your boundaries?

What happens when your boundaries aren’t respected?

It may sound simple, but there are three steps involved in creating healthy boundaries.

Without these three steps, boundaries can feel overwhelming and impossible to uphold. Since boundaries are how we teach people how to treat us, ensuring we have healthy boundaries is how we develop lasting relationships.

#184 Rewriting Your Sexual Template

How’s the foundation of your sexual self?

What were the messages about sex and your body that you were told growing up as a child?
What were the messages about sex and your body that you were told growing up as a teen?
What were the messages about sex and your body that you were told growing up as a young adult?

Is your sexual template affecting your present relationship? Or your previous relationship?

You may rewrite your sexual template if you choose by first understanding what it is, where it came from, what it is made of, and how it works.

#181 5 Surprising Ways Anxiety Shows Up In Your Relationships

Is your anxiety affecting your relationship, or do you have worries that prevent you from dating or pursuing relationships?

If you answered YES to any of these questions, get ready to transform your anxiety. In this episode of Fix Yourself First, Dr. Kristie shares with you the 5 unexpected ways anxiety manifests, which can damage your relationship.

#180 Why focusing on Yourself isn’t Selfish

Have you ever heard or thought that taking care of yourself means you’re a selfish person? If you take time for yourself, set boundaries, or put yourself as the priority then you are selfish.

In today’s episode, Dr. Kristie talks about the benefits of focusing on yourself and the reasons why taking care of yourself isn’t selfish. When you take care of yourself, everyone around you benefits and this episode will help you embrace this truth.

#179 3 Simple Tweaks To Prove You’re Good Enough

If you want to change the feelings of not being good enough or worthy enough, being lost or alone, and generally feeling very down about yourself?

Today’s episode Dr. Kristie Talks about the 3 simple tweaks to prove that you’re good enough.

#178 Are You Living In Your Values?

Are you living in your values? If you stop and consider it, everything you do is always influenced by your values.

Most of us need a wake-up call to return to what we value as a person. Instead of being stuck and living into other people’s values and might be struggling to live what we truly value.

#171 How your Attachment Style Influences Sex & Intimacy?

Are you struggling with making a connection with somebody? Do you feel embarrassed when it comes to talking about sex with your partner? Pushing them away whenever the topic arises? If so, it’s time to explore your attachment style.

In this episode, I’ll cover the influence of attachment styles on your relationships, how they were formed in your childhood, and how this relates to adulthood. Understanding attachment styles and intimacy.

#166 Overcoming an Eating Disorder with Sarah Gottfried

Sarah Gottfried joins us to talk about her journey of overcoming an eating disorder. What started off as wanting the perfect physical image and innocent simple dieting, spiraled into a path of rigidity, confinement, and malnourishment. In this episode, she shares the steps she took and the kind of support system that helped her overcome her struggle.

Fix Yourself First Episode 163 How to Regulate Your Emotions with Domiana Ndour

#163 How to Regulate Your Emotions with Domiana Ndour

Have you ever felt out of control or so anxious that you felt disconnected from your body? In this episode with Domiana Ndour, you’ll better understand how your emotions develop and how you can intentionally regulate them on a daily basis.

Fix Yourself First Episode 162 Finding Your Purpose & Passion with Christie Rocha

#162 Finding Your Purpose & Passion Christie Rocha

Have you ever wondered what your purpose in life was? Or, struggled to find what you’re passionate about? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Christie Rocha about her journey of finding her passion.

Fix Yourself First Episode 160 What Confident Communication Really Is & How to Build It

#160 What Confident Communication Really Is & How to Build It

In today’s episode, I’m explaining what is confident communication and how to build it.

Fix Yourself First Episode 159 Why We Need to Embrace Our Fear with Alexa Glazer

#159 Why We Need to Embrace Our Fear with Alexa Glazer

When was the last time you were full of fear? In today’s episode, I’m chatting with speaker, author, and leader, Alexa Glazer. You’ll learn how to change your view of fear and embrace it so that it works for you versus against you.

Fix Yourself First Episode 155 Grace & Compassion for Ourselves with Jayne Mattingly

#155 Grace & Compassion for Ourselves with Jayne Mattingly

In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Jayne Mattingly and we’re taking on grace, compassion, chronic illness, disability, and expectations of self, our bodies, and relationships.

Fix Yourself First Episode 154 Healing & Moving Forward with Janice Formichella

#154 Healing & Moving Forward with Janice Formichella

In this episode, I’m chatting with Janice Formichella. She is the creator of the Broken Heart Repair Kit and has support and advice on how to help when going through a breakup.

Fix Yourself First Episode 152 Consistency Over Perfection with Emily Nichols

#152 Consistency Over Perfection with Emily Nichols

In this week’s episode, I’m chatting with Emily Nichols. We’ll renew your motivation for creating new habits and you’ll learn tips to stay consistent and avoid the all-or-nothing thought patterns that keep you from reaching your goals.

Fix Yourself First Episode 151 Using Curiosity & Gratitude to Get Your Needs Met with Dr. Jeremy Goldberg

#151 Using Curiosity & Gratitude to Get Your Needs Met with Dr. Jeremy Goldberg

In this week’s episode, I’m chatting with Dr. Jeremy Goldberg. We discuss how our journeys teach us who we are destined to be, how our relationship with ourselves and others changes over time, and how we can continue to get out of our own way.

Fix Yourself First Episode 149 Living Euphoric AF with Karolina Rzadkowolska

#149 Living Euphoric AF with Karolina Rzadkowolska

In this week’s episode, I’m chatting with certified alcohol-free life coach and author Karolina Rzadkowolska. We discuss her journey of self-discovery through awareness of how alcohol was getting in the way of her true potential.

Fix Yourself First Episode 146 Back on Track with Robin Fisher

#146 Back on Track with Robin Fisher

In this episode, I’m chatting with Robin Fisher. She’s an image strategist that helps women, regardless of their size, shape, or age, have a personal style that makes them feel confident and look fabulous.

Fix Yourself First Episode 145 Proof That You're Worth Enough

#145 Proof That You’re Worthy Enough

We all struggle at times with feeling worthy enough. Whether it’s believing it for ourselves or from others…we’re pretty harsh on ourselves. In this episode, I’m going to tell you how you can change that by asking yourself a few questions.

Fix Yourself First Episode 144 5 Realizations That Your're Not Stuck

#144 5 Realizations That You’re Not Stuck

Do you ever feel stuck in life? Then you’re going to want to take notes because in this episode, I’m sharing the 5 realizations that you’re not as stuck as you think you are.

Fix Yourself First Episode 143 3 Types of Negative Self-Talk to Avoid

#143 3 Types of Negative Self-Talk to Avoid

You can’t create the life and relationships you deserve if you’re busy stuck in a shame spiral. In this episode, I’m helping you identify and call out these three types in order to feel more in control.

Fix Yourself First Episode 142 Why Mindset Really Matters with Brad Bizjack

#142 Why Mindset Really Matters with Brad Bizjack

What would you be capable of if your mindset was serving you versus working against you? In this episode, Brad Bizjack will help us shift our mindset to be realistic, hopeful, and more powerful than ever.

Fix Yourself First Episode 141 5 Tips for Surviving on Your Own Regardless of Your Relationship Status

#141 5 Tips for Surviving on Your Own Regardless of Your Relationship Status

In this episode, I’m giving you my 5 tips to help you be okay, regardless of who is in or out of your life. Trusting yourself, needed boundaries, and self-prioritization, you’ll find these tips helpful.

Fix Yourself First Episode 140 Careergasm with Sarah Vermunt

#140 Careergasm with Sarah Vermunt

Have you ever experienced a Careergasm? Yep, it’s possible and this week, guest Sarah Vermunt will explain how you can make it happen.

Fix Yourself First Episode 138 7 Types of Boundaries You Can't Live Without

#138 7 Types of Boundaries You Can’t Live Without

In this week’s episode, we’ll go over the top 6 commons reasons you’re struggling with boundaries (answering your why do I do this?). Boundaries are crucial for us in teaching people how to treat us, but it starts with our understanding of the different types of boundaries. Knowing these can help you feel less guilty and more confident in speaking up for what you need.

Fix Yourself First Episode 136 5 Things You Need to Know About Trusting Yourself & Others

#136 5 Things You Need to Know About Trusting Yourself & Others

In this week’s episode, I’ll be helping you to identify the 5 things you need to know about trust and tips on how to trust yourself. You can’t build better relationships without trust, so don’t miss this episode.

Fix Yourself First Episode 135 7 Signs Your Boundaries Need a Makeover

#135 7 Signs Your Boundaries Need a Makeover

How could your life be different if you had healthy boundaries? EVERYTHING would get better. It’s true, with boundaries you will see an improvement in every relationship, especially the one you have with yourself. In this week’s episode, I’m discussing what leads you to struggle with identifying, creating, and upholding your boundaries.

Fix Yourself First Episode 134 Reflect, Prepare, & Plan for Your New Year

#134 Reflect, Prepare, & Plan for Your New Year

In this episode, I’ll walk you through the Reflect, Prepare, & Plan Method and how you can use it to design your best year yet.

Fix Yourself First Episode 133 5 Signs of Self-Sabotage + What to Do Instead

#133 5 Signs of Self-Sabotage + What to Do Instead

When was the last time you self-sabotaged? If this sounds all too familiar, get ready because we’re going there in this week’s episode.

Fix Yourself First Episode 132 The Power of Sleep with Lauren Duffell

#132 The Power of Sleep with Lauren Duffell

In this week’s episode, I’m chatting with Lauren Duffell, Certified Sleep Science Coach and Registered Holistic Nutritionist. She spends her days coaching people on how to get better sleep and heal their insomnia.

Fix Yourself First Episode 130 Finding Permission & Purpose with Emily Pereira

#130 Finding Permission & Purpose with Emily Pereira

In this week’s episode, Emily Pereira shares her journey of how she knew something wasn’t right in her life, even though it all looked good on paper. Her story will motivate and inspire you to dial into your intuition for guidance, versus caring what others think about your path.

Fix Yourself First Episode 129 Using Human Design with Kelsey Abbott

#129 Using Human Design with Kelsey Abbott

In today’s episode, Kelsey Abbott shares everything you need to know about Human Design. We discuss the importance of being in alignment with ourselves and how it affects our relationships. If you’ve ever wondered what’s possible when you’re truly living the life designed for you, don’t miss this episode.

Fix Yourself First Episode 128 Practical Tips to Decrease Anxiety with Amber Trueblood

#128 Practical Tips to Decrease Anxiety with Amber Trueblood

Do you ever feel so stuck in your anxiety that you feel like you can’t get out of your own way? In this episode, Amber Trueblood and I discuss practical tips to help you decrease your anxiety. Amber’s tips will help you gain control of your thinking and behavior, resulting in less anxiety.

Fix Yourself First Episode 127 Balancing Masculinity + Femininity (Fighting, Drag, & Inspiration) with Diego Garijo

#127 Balancing Masculinity + Femininity (Fighting, Drag, & Inspiration) with Diego Garijo

Is it possible to be your unique, authentic, and true self without caring what others think? Diego Garijo doesn’t just say it’s possible…he’s living it. You’ll be inspired and mesmerized by Diego’s lack of care about what others think about his ability to mix his masculine and feminine sides while living life on his terms.

Fix Yourself First Episode 124 Ending the Constant Conflict Cycle

#124 Ending the Constant Conflict Cycle

Have you ever been stuck in a constant conflict cycle? Where the same issue keeps getting brought up and no matter what you do, you can’t get unstuck. In this episode, I’ll share with you how to identify and get out of or stop a Constant Conflict Cycle.

Fix Yourself First Episode 119 Being Ballsy in Men's Health with Justin Birckbichler

#119 Being Ballsy in Men’s Health with Justin Birckbichler

In this week’s episode, I’m speaking with Justin Birckbichler, who was diagnosed with Stage II testicular cancer. Now in remission, he is committed to getting the ball rolling on raising awareness of men’s health and testicular cancer. We discuss the importance of self-checks and early detection, shame and stigma associated with men’s health, and much more.

Fix Yourself First Episode 118 Do's + Don'ts For a Healthy Sexual Self

#118 Do’s + Don’ts For a Healthy Sexual Self

In this episode, I’m sharing with you the Do’s and Don’ts for a healthy sexual self. You deserve pleasure, connection, and safety when it comes to intimacy, so follow these do’s and don’ts in order to improve your sexual self.

Fix Yourself First Episode 117 Giving Yourself the Permission You're Looking For

#117 Giving Yourself the Permission You’re Looking For

Today’s episode will help you identify what you need to give yourself permission to do in each of the six areas of your life. From letting go of fairy tales, to stop making excuses for those around you, this episode will challenge you to identify the permission you’re looking for.

Fix Yourself First Episode 115 Writing Your Life Story with Janine Hernandez

#115 Writing Your Life Story with Janine Hernandez

Have you ever wanted to write a book? Whether you want to share your life journey or write about a topic you’re passionate about, don’t miss this episode with Janine Hernandez.

Fix Yourself First Episode 114 Hungry for More with Dr. Adrienne Youdim

#114 Hungry for More with Dr. Adrienne Youdim

In this week’s episode, with Dr. Adrienne Youdim, we’re talking about her mission to transform the weight loss narrative to one that is both empowering and compassionate, inspiring people to live more physically and emotionally fulfilling lives. We discuss all of the areas of our lives that may be unfulfilled and the need to explore these to find out what we’re really hungry for.

Fix Yourself First Episode 113 Hot Take: Good Enough

#113 Hot Take: Good Enough

In this week’s Hot Take episode, I’m sharing the way to start realizing your worth and just how good you are. From your uniqueness as your superpower to empowering yourself through choice, don’t miss this episode.

Fix Yourself First Episode 111 Hot Take: Your Values

#111 Hot Take: Your Values

In today’s Hot Take episode of the FYF podcast, I’m taking on your values. I’m sharing with you the reason your values are important and how you can use them to help you have healthier relationships.

Fix Yourself First Episode 110 Changing Habits with Anya Perry

#110 Changing Habits with Anya Perry

In this episode, I’m chatting with Anya Perry, an optimal performance coach who helps people make permanent changes for a better life. From mental health, boundaries, and energy management, we discuss what leads to making the much needed changes we desire in our life and relationships.

Fix Yourself First Episode 108 Breaking the Cycle with Jenny Schatzle

#108 Breaking the Cycle with Jenny Schatzle

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a toxic, unhealthy cycle, then this episode is for you. From self-sabotage, lack of boundaries, making excuses for ourselves, and how we can get out of our own way, Jenny Schatzle and I discuss what it takes to truly build the life you deserve.

Fix Yourself First Episode 107 Hot Take: Healing After Infidelity

#107 Hot Take: Healing After Infidelity

If you’ve ever been cheated on or were the one doing the treating, don’t miss this hot take episode. I’m sharing my go-to tips on how to heal after infidelity if you want to repair the relationship.

Fix Yourself First Episode 106 Sexual Self-Esteem For Men with Martin Fretwell

#106 Sexual Self-Esteem For Men with Martin Fretwell

In this episode with Martin Fretwell, we discuss his journey with mental health, sexual health, and pleasure as well as why it’s so difficult to have this conversation in men’s spaces. Don’t miss our discussion on all things about men’s sexual health.

Fix Yourself First Episode 105 Hot Take: Your Expectations

#105 Hot Take: Your Expectations

Do you need an expectations reality check? You and your relationships deserve better, so let’s get your expectations in check.

Fix Yourself First Episode 104 More Than A Mom with Lindsey Spelyng

#104 More Than A Mom with Lindsey Spelyng

In this episode, I’m chatting with Lindsey Spelyng, founder + CEO of MamaCommon, a membership platform for growth-minded and time-strapped women to flourish in all seasons of motherhood. She celebrates authenticity and vulnerability in herself and others more than anything, which is what she’s creating in her community.

Fix Yourself First Episode 103 Hot Take: Your Emotional Vampires

#103 Hot Take: Your Emotional Vampires

In this Hot Take episode, I’ll help you identify the 5 types of emotional vampires and what you need to do to preserve your sanity around them.

Fix Yourself First Episode 102 STI Awareness with Courtney Brame

#102 STI Awareness with Courtney Brame

In this episode, I’m interviewing Courtney Brame, founder of Something Positive for Positive People, an organization advocating for the integration of post-STI diagnosis support resources and STD prevention efforts while connecting people struggling with STI stigma to mental health resources. We discuss stigma, discrimination, what to do post-diagnosis, communication about your diagnosis, and much more in our open chat about STIs.

Fix Yourself First Episode 101 Attachment Styles, Resentment, Boundaries, & Communication with Dr. Kristie

#101 Attachment Styles, Resentment, Boundaries, & Communication with Dr. Kristie

Ever wondered what your attachment style, resentment, boundaries and communication have to do with sex? In this special episode today, I’m sharing my interview from the I’m Not Late; You’re Just Early podcast, hosted by Sabrina Parmar. Don’t miss our conversation to help you improve not just your relationships, but the one with yourself as well!

Fix Yourself First Episode 100 How to Stop Self-Sabotage From Getting in the Way of Your Needs

#100 How to Stop Self-Sabotage From Getting in the Way of Your Needs

In this episode, I’m teaching you how to stop self-sabotage from getting in the way of your needs. You can learn how to stop self-sabotage for good by understanding what it actually is, the reasons behind it, self-sabotage behaviors, and tips to stop for good.

Fix Yourself First Episode 99 Live Coaching Call: Dating, Anxiety, Worry, & Acceptance

#99 Live Coaching Call: Dating, Anxiety, Worry, & Acceptance

Get ready for our first live coaching call episode, where I’m helping Shelly navigate her anxiety, worry, and confidence with dating. Shelly is an incredible guest who opens up about her struggles and I’m honored that she let me walk through this part of the journey with her.

Fix Yourself First Episode 98 Turning Down Your Inner Critic

#98 Turning Down Your Inner Critic

In this episode, I’ll teach you how our inner critic has a big effect on both our emotional and sexual selves as well as how you can begin to re-write the narrative. When you feel more in control of your thoughts and beliefs, your inner critic will be empowered to help you build a better relationship with yourself and others.

Fix Yourself First Episode 97 Talking with Your Kids About Sex

#97 Talking with Your Kids About Sex

In this episode, I’m covering how to talk to your kids about sex. From not knowing what to say, or how to say it, to figuring out at what age parents should start talking to their kids about sex, this episode will help parents navigate that conversation and help deal with the uncomfortability of talking about their own sexuality and sexual selves.

Fix Yourself First Episode 95 Get It Together with Eirene Heidelberger

#95 Get It Together with Eirene Heidelberger

In this episode, I chat with Eirene Hiedelberger. She runs a full-service parent coaching firm dedicated to helping Moms “Get It Together.” Because if mama isn’t happy, then no one is!

Fix Yourself First Episode 94 Body Acceptance with Elizabeth Tripp

#94 Body Acceptance with Elizabeth Tripp

In this episode, I chat with Elizabeth Tripp. She teaches her clients, using her gifts and the lessons she has learned from her own personal soul’s journey, that the secret to creating a lifestyle you love begins with loving the body you’re in.

Fix Yourself First Episode 91 The Soul Project with Kristie Dean

#91 The Soul Project with Kristie Dean

If you’re ready to be inspired and empowered, Kristie Dean is the girl you want to hear from. In this episode we discuss not feeling enough, insecurities, being vulnerable, and making an impact. If you’re ready to step into your truth and power, you’re not going to want to miss this one.

Fix Yourself First Episode 89 Determination, Discipline, and Never Giving Up in the UFC with Ashlee Evans-Smith

#89 Determination, Discipline, and Never Giving Up in the UFC w/ Ashlee Evans-Smith

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) athlete and UFC superstar? Then you’re not going to want to miss this episode where I chat Ashlee Evans-Smith; you may know her as Rebel Girl. Ashlee is a force to be reckoned with physically, intellectually, and creatively. You’re going to be inspired by how Ashlee has dealt with her share of struggles along the way.

Fix Yourself First Episode 88 Bisexual Visibility with Ross Victory

#88 Bisexual Visibility with Ross Victory

Yep, it’s Ross from back in episode 35 and today he’s back at it sharing his journey of how his sexual identify has influenced his creativity. Don’t miss our discussion on bisexual visibility, navigating family relationships, and what it means to be true to yourself.

Fix Yourself First Episode 86 Surviving Motherhood with Bethany Amatucci

#86 Surviving Motherhood with Bethany Amatucci

In this episode, I’m chatting with Bethany Amatucci who has been on a road paved with life changing events and self-growth opportunities. Her unique and inspiring journey has now blossomed to a leader in the industry, supporting women and moms to become the most authentic and empowered version of themselves. Bethany has made it her mission to help anxious women overcome fear and find the confidence to start living free and courageous lives.

Fix Yourself First Episode 85 Why Your Mindset Can Make or Break You with Will Moore

#85 Why Your Mindset Can Make or Break You with Will Moore

IIn this episode, I chat with Will Moore, a serial entrepreneur, speaker, host, life coach, and happiness expert. We discuss changing your mindset, the 5 core values we need in our life to achieve our goals, and how focusing on what’s possible can improve every one of our relationships.

Fix Yourself First Episode 84 How Your Inner Child Affects Your Relationships with Sharon Land

#84 How Your Inner Child Affects Your Relationships with Sharon Land

In this episode Sharon Land, holistic psychotherapist, spiritualist and intuitive, shares how we can begin to work on our inner child in order to fully embrace our true selves. From quantum metaphysics to tending to your inner child, you’ll learn how to start doing the world today to heal your soul.

Fix Yourself First Episode 83 Relationship OCD with Nathan Peterson

#83 Relationship OCD with Nathan Peterson

In this episode anxiety expert Nathan Peterson shares everything you have ever wanted to know about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), anxiety, and how it impacts our relationships. We talk in detail about Relationship OCD and how it is different than feeling anxious about our relationships.

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#81 Cheating & Repairing Trust

#80 How to Get More Comfortable Talking About Sex

Fix Yourself First - Episode 79

#79 Navigating Relationships with Kevin Nahai

Today, I’m chatting with Kevin Nahai, speaker and coach. He and I connected and once I heard his story I knew I had to have him on the show. From dealing with a chronic disease to depression, disordered eating, and toxic relationships, he has been able to transform his life, overcome his challenges, and now helps people do the same with his tips and strategies.

Fix Yourself First - Episode 78

#78 Loss, Resilience, & Moving Forward with Rachael Braunshweiger

Today, I’m chatting with Kevin Nahai, speaker and coach. He and I connected and once I heard his story I knew I had to have him on the show. From dealing with a chronic disease to depression, disordered eating, and toxic relationships, he has been able to transform his life, overcome his challenges, and now helps people do the same with his tips and strategies.

Fix Yourself First - Episode 77

#77 How to Get Out of Your Own Way and Be a Whole Person

Today, I’m chatting with Kevin Nahai, speaker and coach. He and I connected and once I heard his story I knew I had to have him on the show. From dealing with a chronic disease to depression, disordered eating, and toxic relationships, he has been able to transform his life, overcome his challenges, and now helps people do the same with his tips and strategies.

Fix Yourself First - Episode 76

#76 Your Inner Critic and Intimacy

Today, I’m chatting with Kevin Nahai, speaker and coach. He and I connected and once I heard his story I knew I had to have him on the show. From dealing with a chronic disease to depression, disordered eating, and toxic relationships, he has been able to transform his life, overcome his challenges, and now helps people do the same with his tips and strategies.

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#75 Mind, Body, Soul with Christina Carlyle

Today, I’m chatting with Kevin Nahai, speaker and coach. He and I connected and once I heard his story I knew I had to have him on the show. From dealing with a chronic disease to depression, disordered eating, and toxic relationships, he has been able to transform his life, overcome his challenges, and now helps people do the same with his tips and strategies.

Fix Yourself First - Episode 74

#74 Hope Inspires Strength with Liane Chong

Today, I’m chatting with Kevin Nahai, speaker and coach. He and I connected and once I heard his story I knew I had to have him on the show. From dealing with a chronic disease to depression, disordered eating, and toxic relationships, he has been able to transform his life, overcome his challenges, and now helps people do the same with his tips and strategies.

Fix Yourself First - Episode 72

#72 9 Tips to Being a Better Communicator

Today, I’m chatting with Kevin Nahai, speaker and coach. He and I connected and once I heard his story I knew I had to have him on the show. From dealing with a chronic disease to depression, disordered eating, and toxic relationships, he has been able to transform his life, overcome his challenges, and now helps people do the same with his tips and strategies.

Fix Yourself First - Episode 71

#71 Building and Maintaining Healthy Relationships with Dr. Kristie

Today, I’m chatting with Kevin Nahai, speaker and coach. He and I connected and once I heard his story I knew I had to have him on the show. From dealing with a chronic disease to depression, disordered eating, and toxic relationships, he has been able to transform his life, overcome his challenges, and now helps people do the same with his tips and strategies.

Fix Yourself First - Episode 70

#70 Rethink Love with Monica Berg

Today, I’m chatting with Kevin Nahai, speaker and coach. He and I connected and once I heard his story I knew I had to have him on the show. From dealing with a chronic disease to depression, disordered eating, and toxic relationships, he has been able to transform his life, overcome his challenges, and now helps people do the same with his tips and strategies.

Fix Yourself First - Episode 69

#69 Navigating Career and Personal Transitions with Halle Simpson

Have you ever experienced professional failure or felt like giving up? Don’t miss this episode where I’m chatting with Halle Simpson, coach, trainer, and speaker. Halle shares her journey of growing up with a mom who battled depression, which gave her the experience of quickly becoming independent. She took her experience and the grit she gained from a 20 year career in sales and leadership development to create her own professional transition. We discuss finding possibilities, opportunities, being an entrepreneur, failure, gratitude, permission to say no, and the one thing you need to do today to live your best life. Don’t miss this episode on how to navigate your career and personal self.

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#68 Sexual Longevity with Dr. Amy Killen

Have you ever wondered how your sexual self changes over time? In this episode, Dr. Amy Killen, anti-aging, and a regenerative physician specializing in sexual optimization, aesthetics, and longevity medicine shares her insight in sexual longevity. As a board-certified emergency medicine physician with ten years of ER experience, she saw the impact of unchecked, chronic disease, and disability from the front lines before transitioning to anti-aging and regenerative medicine. Join us for a discussion on optimal sexual health, how hormones affect our libido, new treatments for sexual optimization, and the power of stem cells.

Fix Yourself First - Episode 67

#67 Figuring Out Your Needs Without the Guilt

Have you ever struggled with figuring out what you need? Does your guilt get in the way of discussing your needs? We all have needs and wants for ourselves as well as in our relationships. Knowing our needs and speaking up for them is the foundation of a healthy relationship. Don’t worry if you’re struggling, I’m going to walk you through my 5 steps to help you figure out your needs without the guilt.

Get ready to explore who you are, your needs, and how to give yourself permission to take action in this episode.

Fix Yourself First - Episode 66

#66 Body Image & Diet Recovery with Stefanie Bonastia

Have you ever struggled to love, like, or accept your body? In this week’s show, Stephanie Bonastia, a Diet Culture Recovery Coach, tells us everything we need to know to stop the unhealthy and toxic connection we have with our body and food. She shares her journey and struggles with an eating disorder since she was a teenager and the steps she took to learn to accept her body and whole self.

Her practical advice and tips will challenge how you think about body acceptance. She points out the mistakes we make with food, the problems with diet culture, and how our relationship with ourselves affects those who love us. We discuss how to talk with your kids about food to set them up for success and what our bodies are truly capable of. From our ability to self-regulate to how our body image affects our sexual selves, don’t miss this episode.

Fix Yourself First - Episode 58

#58 Overcoming Fear and Anxiety of Flying with Adam Brensen

If you’ve ever felt nervous on a flight, whether it was due to turbulence or your tendency to worry, you’re not alone. In this episode, I chat with Adam Brensen, flight anxiety coach. He shares his story of how all of a sudden during a flight, his life changed. You’ll learn how he has overcome his fear and anxiety, as well as tips to help you decrease your worry for your next flight. Even if you’ve never experienced anxiety with flying, you’ll find Adam’s tools helpful.

Fix Yourself First - Episode 56

#56 Self-Care Without the Guilt with Cathleen Bearse

If you’ve ever struggled with selfcare, this episode is for you. From feeling guilty to learning to give ourselves permission, selfcare is a necessity for survival. In this episode, I chat with Cathleen Bearse LCSW of Self-Care Bestie. As a mom of many, wife, and entrepreneur, if anyone has an excuse to neglect selfcare it’s Cathleen. She shares her journey of learning how to prioritize her needs so she stays healthy to take care of others.

Fix Yourself First - Episode 54

#54 Life Management with Grace Blacksea

Are you addicted to being busy? Have you ever felt that your physical, mental, and emotional self is worn down due to work? In this episode, I chat with Grace Blacksea, time strategist, business mentor, and founder of Quench Collective about her journey to find her true passion. We discuss finding clarity, overcoming anxiety, learning to say no, time management tips that work, and the power of mindset. Regardless of where you are in life right now, don’t miss this episode, which can help you feel empowered and validated.

Fix Yourself First - Episode 53

#53 Anxiety and OCD 101 with Amanda Petrik-Gardner

Are you a worrier? Do you have intrusive thoughts that seem to get stuck in your head and put your anxiety on overdrive? In this episode, I chat with Amanda Petrik-Gardner, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who specializes in the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors, and anxiety disorders. Amanda shares an easy to understand overview of OCD and anxiety disorders, as well as the most common barriers that she observes in her clients. She also explains the differences in these disorders and Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors. She shares her go-to tips on decreasing anxiety and how you can support a partner struggling with these disorders. Amanda shares her helpful tips and resources for dealing with anxiety and related issues.