Ever feel like you’ve been doing so much work on yourself — therapy, journaling, inner child healing — that you’ve forgotten what it feels like to just live? When healing becomes your whole identity, even the tools meant to help you can start to feel heavy. Sometimes growth fatigue hits hard, and you just want life to feel simple again.

In this episode, we talk about:

• What healing burnout looks like (and why it’s totally normal)

• How self-work can become an addiction to “fixing” yourself

• Expanding your definition of healing to include joy, rest, and play

• Taking a break without “backsliding” or losing progress

• Why you’re not broken — and how to stop treating yourself like a project

• Letting life itself be part of your healing

You don’t have to earn your peace by working on yourself. Sometimes the most radical growth comes from simply being.

Listen: Healing fatigue, pausing therapy + letting yourself live

Ever catch yourself agonizing over even the tiniest decisions — what to eat, what to text, what to wear — like each one carries impossible weight? You’re not alone. When self-trust starts to slip, even small choices can feel paralyzing, and the constant second-guessing can leave you anxious, drained, and disconnected from your own instincts.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why indecision is often a disguise for anxiety and control

• How small choices become emotional stand-ins for bigger stressors

• Rebuilding trust in yourself through tiny, low-stakes experiments

• Learning to tolerate uncertainty (and stop chasing the “right” choice)

• Why you can handle the consequences — even if things don’t go perfectly

• Grounding yourself before making a choice so you can actually hear your gut

It’s not really about dinner plans or sending texts — it’s about remembering that you can handle whatever happens next.


Listen: Indecision, overthinking + learning to trust your gut

In this grab bag episode, we dive into all the tricky ways we compare ourselves and how to navigate those feelings without losing your mind.

What we cover:

• How to stop comparing your pace in life to friends who seem “ahead”

• Dealing with comparisons to your past self and the inner critic that fuels it

• Feeling jealous of people you genuinely love and root for

• Pinterest, TikTok, and the illusion of “perfect” lives

• Figuring out if you actually want something for yourself or just because everyone else does

• Practicing mindfulness, self-compassion, and perspective shifts to break the comparison cycle

This episode is a reminder that what’s meant for you won’t miss you, and that abundance exists even if your feed tries to convince you otherwise.


Listen: Comparison, jealousy + falling behind

Beginnings are SO fun. The spark, the rush, the fantasy of who you might become once you start something new. But then comes the middle — the part where the adrenaline fades and you’re left with effort, repetition, and maybe even doubt. How do you know if you’re genuinely outgrowing something, or just uncomfortable with the middle part of the journey?

We explore:

Why the rush of starting something new can feel addictive

Spotting the difference between genuine disinterest and temporary discomfort

How perfectionism and dopamine hits influence what we stick with

Recognizing when your values or lifestyle aren’t aligned with a new pursuit

Learning to slow down and appreciate the messy, imperfect in-between


Listen: Chasing newness, losing interest + knowing when to quit

So many spiritual practices—tarot, ritual, candle magic—lean on visuals. But what happens when we reimagine them through all of our senses? This week I’m joined by Erica Christie, a legally blind author, artist, and spiritualist who blends accessibility advocacy with witchy, mystical art and teachings.

We talk about:

• What led Erica to spirituality and occult practices

• How to engage all of your senses in ritual and connection

• What we miss when we rely only on the “aesthetic” side of spirituality

• Adapting practice to release perfectionism

• Unexpected tools and sensory experiences that deepen spiritual connection

• Erica’s favorite ways to drop into deep ritual and divine connection

Listen: Accessibility in spiritually, following feelings + reimagining ritual with Erica Christie

Money isn’t just numbers on a screen—it’s emotional. It carries stories from our families, our culture, and our sense of self-worth. And when we’re caught between guilt for spending, anxiety about saving, or avoidance of even looking at our bank account, it can feel overwhelming.

In this episode, I dive into how to start building a healthier, less shame-filled relationship with money. We’ll talk about:

• Why money is emotional (and how generational patterns play a role)

• The tension between wanting to save/spend wisely and avoiding the numbers altogether

• How shame thrives in secrecy—and why naming it helps dissolve it

• Reframing money as a flow: a currency meant to move in and out

• Balancing money as a resource for joy, stability, nourishment, and safety

• Practical first steps to get a clear picture of your ins and outs

• Tools and strategies for creating a money system that supports your values

Listen: Money worries, family patterns + taking control

How do you know when you’re burnt out—and what do you actually do about it?

In this episode, I’m breaking down how to spot the signs of burnout, what short-term recovery looks like, and how to build long-term prevention strategies. I’m pulling from the book Burnout (a forever favorite of mine), but also sharing some of my own experiences with “micro-burnout”—that week-to-week fatigue that sneaks up on us even with things we love.

We’ll get into:

• The sneaky signs of burnout you might be writing off as “just being negative”

• Short-term recovery: completing the stress cycle & giving your body the signal it’s safe

• How crying, laughing, and even yawning can reset your system

• Why suppressed anger especially drains women of energy & purpose

• Long-term prevention: rest, boundaries, purpose, and community

Because burnout isn’t just about work—it’s about how we carry stress, and how we learn to let it go.

Listen: Burnout, your stress cycle + learning how to regulate

In this season finale, I’m having a chat with you about something that finally clicked for me after a feverish journaling session—I realized I’ve been chasing the curated version of life, not the actual experience of living it. You know the feeling: you dream of a slow Saturday where you do your favorite things—but when it finally arrives, your mind races, your back aches, and you just want to go home and watch TV. Why does it feel so good to plan a life that’s intentional and beautiful, but so hard to actually live it?

This episode is about the tension between being the one who does versus the one who has done. It's about presence, dissatisfaction, Pinterest boards, and the truth that becoming the person you want to be isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s a practice. One you live in real time, not in the highlight reel. Let’s talk about what it means to create a life that feels as good as it looks.

Listen: Curating your life, chasing a feeling + living in the moment

In this episode, we talk about the quiet grief that comes with unmet expectations, the pressure to follow a certain timeline, and what it means to say goodbye to an imagined future. We explore:

• The emotional weight of "what could’ve been"

• Quarter-life crisis and the tension between meaning vs. stability

• Why letting go of old dreams can open up new paths

• The difference between grieving your own dreams and inherited ones

• How to find peace in the present—even when it looks different than you hoped

This is a gentle reminder that you aren’t off track & your life is unfolding as it’s meant to!

Listen: Letting go of who you thought you'd be, grieving the what-ifs + moving forward

Harvard-trained clinical psychologist and relationship expert Dr. Sabrina Romanoff joins the pod to help us untangle all the messy thoughts that come up when you really want love, but it’s not feeling easy. From dating apps that suck to overthinking every emotion, this conversation is a warm and wise look at how to build healthier romantic patterns—and trust yourself along the way.

We talk about:

• Why it’s hard to trust someone even when they haven’t done anything wrong

• Whether the butterflies mean their the one… or not

• How to find people who actually want a serious relationship

• Expressing your feelings without feeling like you're "too much"

• Understanding the line between compromise and self-abandonment

This one is grounding, affirming, and informative in all the best ways.

Listen: Trust issues, dating fatigue + picking the right partner with Dr. Sabrina Romanoff

Ever feel like no one really gets you? Like you’re constantly translating yourself just to be received correctly? In this Dear Evergreen episode, we explore what it means to feel misunderstood or “too much”—and how to move through it and remain open hearted.

We talk about:

• Why feeling “too much” is often a sign of being in the wrong room

• Exposure therapy for authenticity: surviving rejection & staying open

• How to tune into emotional intimacy—without over-explaining

• Building an internal compass that keeps you grounded in your truth

• Noticing what's going right in your connections

• Finding peace in the parts of you that may never be fully understood

If you’ve ever felt like you’re  just a little too complex or tender to be held by the people around you—this one’s for you.

Listen: Fearing rejection, over-explaining, & managing perceptions

What happens when your life starts to feel a little too small? Maybe you’re craving more fun, connection, or adventure—but trying new things can feel awkward, intimidating, or hard to know where to start.

In this episode, I’m joined by Eleanor from @atxwitheleanor, a creator in Austin who’s made it her mission to find the best ways to explore the city, build community, and say yes to new experiences.

We get into:

• How to overcome the fear of looking awkward or out of place

• Simple, low-stakes ways to explore your city and meet new people

• Tips for making new friends

• How Eleanor finds and curates cool experiences

you're itching for something new or just feeling stuck in the same old cycle, this episode might be the gentle nudge you need.

Listen: Trying new things & putting yourself out there with Eleanor Lee

What do you do when your self-care just isn’t cutting it? In this episode, we explore how to cope when your usual strategies feel flat, frustrating, or totally ineffective—and why that’s more common than you might think. Whether you’re burned out, stuck in a funk, or just over your usual routine, this one’s for you.

We cover:

• Why your tools might not be working right now

• Creative (and unconventional) ways to care for yourself

• The difference between coping and avoiding

• What to do when your body holds onto stress after your mind has let it go

• Self-soothing strategies for when your comfort person isn’t available

• Why coping doesn’t make you weak—it makes you human

Let this episode be a gentle check-in, not a judgment. You’re allowed to change, adapt, and find new ways to care for yourself as you grow.

Listen: Coping skills, emotional regulation + completing the stress cycle

Ever feel like your energy is all over the place—peaceful one moment, totally drained the next? In this Dear Evergreen episode, I’m joined by intuitive healer and Reiki Master Izzy Swanson for a conversation about tuning into your energetic rhythms and learning how to care for yourself on a deeper, more soulful level.

We explore:

• How to cleanse, ground, and protect your energy

• How to tell if you have an energetic attachment or intrusion that is draining you

• Tools for balance when your inner world doesn't match your outer one

• Using the earth and sun to support your energetic flow

This episode is for anyone who wants to feel more steady, clear, and connected—without burning out or shutting down.

Listen: Protecting your energy, detecting intrusions + staying grounded with Izzy Swanson

What do you do when you’re not invited—and it stings more than you want to admit? In this episode, we dive into the tender, very human feeling of being left out. Whether it’s a group photo that catches you off guard or a weekend plan you didn’t know about, moments of exclusion can bring up shame, jealousy, and even old stories from the past.

We talk about how to normalize the initial sting, why your feelings are valid, and how to decide whether to bring it up or let it go. Plus, how to know when it's just a miscommunication—and when a friendship may be changing in ways you're not quite ready for.

No one gets through life without a little FOMO, but hopefully this episode brings you comfort the next time you’re feeling left out.

Listen: FOMO, spiraling + saying how you feel

Why does silence feel so uncomfortable? Why can’t I just be—without scrolling, multitasking, or reaching for some distraction the moment things get quiet?

In this episode, we talk about overstimulation: how life today keeps us in a state of low-level urgency, why silence can feel unsettling, and what’s really going on in our bodies when we try to slow down.

We explore:

• Why your brain craves dopamine and distraction (and how to gently interrupt the cycle)

• What happens when your body doesn’t feel safe enough to relax

• The quiet fear beneath the noise: avoidance, feelings phobia, and staying busy to not feel

This one’s for the listener who can’t sit still, who doesn’t know how to “do nothing,” and who wants to get better at resting and attuning to themselves.

Listen: Overstimulation, multitasking + hating silence

On the other side of a birthday, I’m reflecting on what it means to grow older—not in a “milestone checklist” way, but in the subtle shifts that change how we move through life. In this episode, I talk about the doing less, feeling more grounded, and the beauty of letting a few things fall through the cracks.

We explore:

• How brain capacity, emotional regulation, and self-trust deepen with age

• The relief of not struggling against yourself so much

• Letting go of urgency and redefining what a meaningful life looks like

• Temporality is empowering: nothing is permanent, and that’s liberating

• Why it’s okay to veer off course—and how you can always come back

• Finding healing not just in pain, but in ease, joy, and connection

Let me know your thoughts and reflections on your current stage of life!

Listen: Getting older, doing less + learning to chill

In this Dear Evergreen episode, we’re talking about one of the most tender transitions we go through in our 20s: outgrowing old friendships without quite knowing where to go next. A listener writes in feeling stuck in long-standing connections that no longer feel aligned and wondering when if it’s time to walk away.

We explore:

• the discomfort of drifting from people you still care about

• why so few friendships end with a proper goodbye

• how to create closure without conflict

• grieving what was while making space for what’s next

• how to stay open to new friendships

This episode leaves you with ideas on how to master goodbyes and give yourself the opportunity for real closer — and how to be open to all the wonderful connections you haven’t even made yet.

Listen: Outgrowing friendships + learning how to say goodbye

It’s a grab bag episode all about one of the messiest parts of life: decision-making. A handful of listeners wrote in with questions that all circle around the same quiet fear—what if I get it wrong?

We explore:

• how to tell if you’re choosing what’s right or just what’s familiar

• what to do with regret, even when a choice felt right at the time

• how to stop outsourcing your decisions to everyone else

• why fear often does accompany the right decision

• how to rebuild self-trust after years of people-pleasing

Whether you're standing at a crossroads, replaying a choice you made months ago, or wondering how to stop second-guessing yourself, I hope you hear something today that helps you.

Listen: Being decisive, navigating people pleasing, & trusting yourself

Today on the pod, we’re talking about the comedown after a truly great vacation. A listener writes in about the disorienting feeling of returning home—how hard it is to jump back into “real life” after feeling calm, curious, and rejuvenated while away.

We explore:

• why post-travel blues are a real (and totally valid) part of the experience

• how to identify what exactly made the trip feel so good—novelty, spaciousness, connection—and invite more of it into everyday life

• why rushing back into routine often makes the return harder

• how to honor a special trip without clinging to it or making yourself miserable that it’s over

If you LOVE to travel (like me) hopefully this episode will ease your aching heart after returning from a trip or remedy the pre-trip blues you may already be feeling just thinking about it being over one day.

Listen: Post-trip depression, recalibrating + “real life”