Feeling Things with Amy & Kat is a podcast for anyone who’s ever had feelings—or wants to. Hosted by Amy Brown and therapist Kat Van Buren, this is a space where nothing is off-limits. From deep reflections on childhood to pop culture obsessions to what’s happening in the world, all feelings deserve a seat at the table—big, small, awkward, joyful, confusing, and everything in between. At its core, it’s real friends having real conversations about real feelings. Some episodes go deep, some st ...
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Hope Community Audio is an audio channel for those who want to connect with Hope Community Church to listen to our service audio. Hope Community Church exists to help people far from God, find hope in God. Hope. [hohp]. Noun – ‘the feeling that events will turn out for the best. Verb – to believe, desire, or trust. To feel that something desired may happen. Our name is more than just a name. With every word, it displays the core of who and what we want to be.
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Same Boat Huddle | For the Overwhelmed Woman Who Wants to Live a Life She Craves
Erin Joyce Miller
Same Boat Huddle is a place where real women come to have real talk about the overwhelm, anxiety, lack of self care and loss of individual identity. We talk about not falling victim to this way of thinking, changing our lack mindsets into abundance, and discussing real ways to live a life of happiness and joy while living in alignment. It's about challenging the societal norms and stories and showing ourselves that we don't have to live like we're drowning. Erin is a mother and small busines ...
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Chasing Dreams, Double Standards, and Somehow...Conjugal Visits (Couch Talks)
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19:48Amy and Kat share a listener email from Julia in Wisconsin. Julia is getting ready to hike 1,200 miles solo (a dream she’s been chasing for years) and she’s tired of people asking what her husband thinks about it. Amy and Kat talk about how to respond when people project their fears or outdated ideas about relationships onto your dreams, and why yo…
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Feelings Aren’t Facts, Stretching vs. Compromising, and Why Talking to Yourself Is Actually Genius
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58:28Amy and Kat dive into the important reminder that feelings aren’t facts. Yes, feelings give us information, but they don’t always tell us the whole truth. They also talk about why confusion might actually be a sign you're growing, why talking to yourself out loud is a good thing (according to science!), and how to build curiosity instead of judgmen…
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Divorced, Disappointed, and Debating a Confrontation (Couch Talks)
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27:02Amy and Kat respond to an email from a listener navigating a tough post-divorce situation. Her ex-husband’s behavior (especially around their daughter’s upcoming wedding) is testing her patience. He hasn’t offered a dime to help, and their adult kids are pulling away from him for a long list of reasons. Now she’s asking: Do I stay in my lane… or fi…
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Adult Dating, the Desire to Be Wanted & Leaning Into Fear
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1:27:15Amy shares a personal story about the fears she had dating her boyfriend (a widower with three kids) and how her primal question of "Am I wanted?" came to the surface. Kat takes us through the emotion of gladness and why joy can sometimes feel just as scary as fear. Fear and gladness are the final 2 core feelings, so make sure to listen to the prev…
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Breast Implants, Body Confidence, & The Inner Tug-of-War (Couch Talks)
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24:50Amy & Kat are answering a question from a listener who’s considering a breast augmentation. She’s navigating that familiar tension of wanting to feel more confident in her body…while also wanting to accept it as it is. Kat (who happens to be a therapist specializing in body image) offers insight on how to explore the why behind a choice like this, …
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Peeing in Public, Fertility Struggles, & Shame vs. Guilt
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1:15:29Amy & Kat are feeling embarrassed…and not just because Amy had to squat near tortillas at the grocery store to avoid peeing her pants. Amy & Kat also dig into 2 more core feelings: Shame and Guilt. They unpack the difference between the two (spoiler: they get confused a lot), share personal stories (both Amy & Kat have fertility journeys) and talki…
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Boundaries & Cutting Ties with Family (Couch Talks)
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20:24Amy & Kat respond to a listener email from a mom who set firm boundaries with her husband’s family after ongoing disrespect. It’s been 2 years of no contact, but now her kids are starting to ask questions. How much do you tell them? How do you keep it age-appropriate? And how do you model healthy boundaries without blaming or bashing? Amy & Kat sha…
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Slamming Doors, Blow Up Dolls & Men Crying
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1:00:12We're back with 2 more core feelings: Sad & Angry! Plus, our feeling of the day: Energized (even though Amy wanted it to be “sore” because she’s on a sprinting-for-hormones journey!) Somehow childhood memories come up about naked pool parties + doors getting removed from hinges + blow up dolls + the infamous frog paper weight (with a very funny bod…
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How Honest Is Too Honest on a First Date? (Couch Talks)
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17:22Amy and Kat respond to a heartfelt message from a listener who’s re-entering the dating world after a stage 4 metastatic breast cancer diagnosis. She asks a vulnerable and powerful question: “At what point do I tell someone I have breast cancer?” They offer encouragement to anyone navigating dating with a complicated backstory. Whether you're deali…
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Ugly, Lonely, Hurt: Real Talk + Is Amy's Face Fitness a Scam?
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1:11:46Kat runs Amy through a ‘con artist checklist’ to see if Amy’s fallen for a scam with all of her face fitness investments. Amy and Kat also go over 2 of the 8 core feelings: lonely and hurt (sharing gifts, impairments and relatable stories for each feeling—which the story that came up with hurt is something that recently happened between Amy and Kat…
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How Crying Over a Bagel Can Show Us What We Need (If We Pay Attention)
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48:08Have you ever found yourself crying over something like mustard being put on your burger when you asked for ketchup or getting tots instead of fries? How about getting cream cheese on your bagel when you asked for butter? Chances are...you know exactly what we are talking about!! In an effort for y'all to get to know Kat better (since she is joinin…
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Same Feed, New Feelings: 4 Things is Getting a Makeover (5th Thing)
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22:164 Things with Amy Brown is getting a makeover! Starting April 1st, the podcast will change to Feeling Things with Amy & Kat. It'll still be on the same feed (you don’t need to change a thing), but now Kat Van Buren, the therapist you already know and love from our 5th Thing episodes and host of You Need Therapy podcast, is officially joining Amy as…
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Why We Numb—The Real Reason We Avoid Pain & Seek Comfort (With Dr. Chip Dodd)
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18:45OUTWEIGH: Why do we turn to food, alcohol, shopping, or even busyness when life feels overwhelming? In this episode, Chip and Leanne dive into the real reason we numb—what we’re actually trying to escape or avoid—and how society conditions us to suppress rather than process emotions. They break down the neuroscience behind coping mechanisms, reveal…
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Undefining Masculinity with Justin Baldoni
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33:01Amy was inspired by a conversation with her girlfriends at her birthday party this week to share a chat that Kat had with Justin Baldoni about some of the harmful messages that our culture's idea of masculinity creates. Justin came out with a book, titled Man Enough: Undefining My Masculinity, and started the Man Enough Podcast in 2021 in an effort…
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Amy’s Epiphany About Celebrating Her Birthday + Give Your Future Self a Chance + More (5th Thing)
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56:01Not only does Amy bring the craziest story about her niece and her boyfriend, she also has a breakthrough as to why celebrating her birthday is a little uncomfortable. Kat provides today’s quote: “Don’t be so attached to who you are in the present that you don’t give your future self a chance” from Vin Jang after she heard him on another podcast. T…
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What Is Addiction, Really? The Coping Mechanism That Becomes a Trap (With Dr. Chip Dodd)
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20:15OUTWEIGH: Addiction isn’t just about substances—it’s about the ways we cope with pain, stress, and unmet needs. In this episode, Chip Dodd and Leanne unpack how behaviors like emotional eating, over-exercising, workaholism, and social media addiction follow the same addictive patterns as substances. They explore the difference between coping mechan…
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The Self-Care Shortlist: 4 Simple Ways to Feel More Like Yourself
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16:23Fresh off her family therapy retreat, Amy reflects on the importance of quick, effective ways to create moments of refuge throughout the day. She goes over 4 simple ways to help reset and reconnect. First thing is a concept from therapist Katie Gustafson: hosting emotions like guests at a dinner party! Second thing is dopamine dressing: how intenti…
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I Don’t Believe in Miracles, I Rely On Them (5th Thing)
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42:39This week, Amy shares her experience at a therapy retreat she attended over the weekend—with her kids and ex-husband, Ben—including a powerful moment when something she said may have been exactly what someone needed to hear. She and Kat also dive into a listener email about childhood bullying, sparking a conversation about the importance of close f…
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Finding Love Within Herself Allowed Her To Receive It From Another (Suzanne's 2 Year update)
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44:04OUTWEIGH: Two years after our case study from last week, Suzanne came back to share what’s happened since her Stressless Eating journey—and the transformation goes far beyond food and body image. In this powerful follow-up, she reveals how healing her self-image not only gave her peace with food but also opened the door to calling in true love. Wha…
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Breakup Detox: How to Let Go & Move Forward
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34:17Spring isn’t just for cleaning out your closet...it’s also the perfect time for a heart reset. Breakup coach Sarah Curnoles joins Amy to talk about the power of a Breakup Detox and how to turn heartbreak into healing. From surprising ways to let go of an ex to the biggest mistakes people make post-breakup, Sarah shares expert advice on moving forwa…
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We Shouldn’t Be Buying These Items & The Weird Thing Amy Wants Done With Her Body When She Dies (5th Thing)
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32:24Amy and Kat always feel the need to give the full backstory when telling a story. Sometimes their friends can get bored with all the details, so Amy and Kat chat about ways that will help them be more concise (If you have ADHD, this might help you too!) They also discuss an interesting question that Kat’s husband asked her over dinner: “What is som…
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From Food & Body Prison to Authentic Self-Love: Suzanne’s Transformation
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52:39OUTWEIGH: In this special case study episode of Outweigh, Leanne sits down with Suzanne, a woman who spent decades trapped in the exhausting cycle of dieting, binge-eating, and self-rejection. Despite her external success, she felt stuck—knowing deep down that life had more to offer but unsure how to break free from the vicious cycle of food and bo…
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Beauty, Healing and Resilience with Meegen Pearson
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45:48Amy first heard of ketamine therapy while at a brow appointment with Meegen Pearson (founder of beautybymeegen.com) so Meegen is back on the podcast for a heartfelt and honest conversation that spans beauty, healing, and resilience. They both get into their personal (but not expert!) experiences with ketamine therapy and then they pivot completely …
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Things That Are Saving Our Lives Right Now (5th Thing)
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40:51A listener sent in a segment idea: "Things that are saving my life right now” (thanks Melissa!!) so Amy and Kat shared some stuff they’re loving at the moment! This is the main focus of the episode, but they do get into other things! QUOTE: “There’s a study that shows that having a 12 minute talk with a friend can change your whole way of thinking.…
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The Lies Women Believe About Their Bodies Part 4: “I’ll Always Struggle With Food/My Body/My Weight”
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12:47OUTWEIGH: The belief that food and body struggles are a life sentence keeps so many women stuck in cycles of frustration and self-doubt. In this episode, Amy and Leanne shine a light on why this story feels so true and how years of diet culture and negative self-talk make struggling feel “normal.” They’ll explore the brain’s role in keeping you stu…
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Why We Put Things Off, Trusting the Wait & The ADHD Paradox
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18:57FIRST THING: Ever put something off for way too long even though you know you want to do it? Amy breaks down why we do this to ourselves and how to stop. SECOND THING: The first thing is about something you WANT to do, but what about tackling things you NEED to do? Amy's got encouragement for you (and herself) so y'all can just "do the dang thing."…
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Protecting Your Energy: Boundaries, Work Maturity & The Power of a Good Shower (5th Thing)
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35:07Amy and Kat cover everything from a recent misunderstanding they had as friends/colleagues to why Kat has paper origamis all over her house to other things that will be more helpful in your life like: - QUOTE: "Are you giving Level 10 access to people with Level 3 responsibility?" - The 4 Types of Showers Women Take - Learning to Read Between the L…
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The Lies Women Believe About Their Bodies Part 3: “I’ll Never Measure Up” / “I Have to Earn My Worth”
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14:47OUTWEIGH: From constant comparison to impossible expectations, this episode dives into the lie that your worth is conditional—tied to your looks, achievements, or success. Amy and Leanne discuss why the comparison game is unwinnable, how societal pressures keep us stuck, and what it takes to find peace and contentment in your unique story. Takeaway…
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5 Lessons from Grief, Brain Hacks for Focus, Finding Closure, & a Game-Changing Parenting Tip
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28:39Amy covers 4 totally different things! First Thing: A heartfelt email from a listener sharing five lessons grief has taught after unexpectedly losing her husband. Second Thing: Brain exercises to boost concentration, beat distractions, and strengthen memory. Third Thing: Why we crave closure, why we can get stuck in the “why” trap, and how shifting…
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ADHD Brain Hacks, Lion’s Mane Benefits & Finding Comfort in Laughter (5th Thing)
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44:52Amy & Kat get into how Lion’s Mane (a fluffy mushroom) is becoming a go-to for brain health and ADHD support. Is it really "nature’s Adderall"? Maybe. Maybe not. They also go over several do-able ADHD hacks that might help you in your everyday life and Amy reads a heartfelt email from a listener in Albuquerque who found comfort in laughter after lo…
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The Lies Women Believe About Their Bodies Part 2: “I’m the Only One Struggling Like This”
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12:03OUTWEIGH: Shame thrives in isolation, convincing us that we’re the only ones struggling with food, body image, or self-esteem. In this episode, Amy and Leanne explore the impact of silence and secrecy on mental health and how connection can break the cycle of shame. By opening up about your struggles, you can find support, validation, and healing. …
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Are You Hurting Your Skin? Shower Myths, Skincare Truths, Drugstore Finds & The Truth About Beauty Sleep
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41:03Amy sits down with board-certified dermatologist Dr. Vineet Mishra to get expert advice on everything from the best drugstore products to whether collagen supplements actually work. They also dive into shower myths (do we really need to shower every day?), the real impact of diet on your skin, and the most overhyped skincare trends. Plus, the truth…
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Hobbies, Red Flags & Why Amy May No Longer Be Datable (5th Thing)
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42:30Next time something rubs you the wrong way, ask yourself: "Is this a red flag, or is it just something I don’t like?" Amy & Kat talk about how now not everything we call a red flag is actually a red flag. Sometimes, it’s more like an orange flag and it could turn red, sure, but it could also turn green!! Don't miss out on something awesome because …
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The Lies Women Believe About Their Bodies Part 1: “I’ll Be Happy When…”
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13:12OUTWEIGH: The belief that happiness and confidence are tied to achieving a specific weight or size is one of the most common lies women tell themselves. In this episode, Amy and Leanne unpack how cultural conditioning and personal narratives convince us that joy is always “one goal away.” They’ll share real-life stories of why chasing a “goal body”…
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Lies People with ADHD Tell Themselves (And Why They're So Relatable)
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24:47If you have ADHD (or even if you don’t), you’re going to relate to Amy sharing "15 lies people with ADHD keep telling themselves" and her personal experience with each lie. One of the lies is about screenshots, so Amy takes a look back at the 6000+ screenshots she has on her phone and shares some that might be of interest to y'all....like this reci…
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First Stall Theory, Face Fitness, & Feeling Your Way to Better Decisions (5th Thing)
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46:33Amy kicks things off with the ‘First Stall Theory’—something to keep in mind next time you’re in a public restroom and then Kat shares a quote from Adam Grant about making major life decisions based on values rather than fleeting emotions. Other highlights include a listener update from Taylor, Kate Winslet’s wise advice on aging (don’t forget the …
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Unhooking from Unrealistic Ideals: Guiding Teens to Find Their Own Path Rather Than Chasing Others’ Approval (Outweigh)
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15:04OUTWEIGH: In the final episode of our series, Leanne sits down with Natalie Borrell of Life Success for Teens to tackle one of the biggest pitfalls facing today’s youth: the constant battle for external validation. With social media, peer pressure, and cultural standards all shouting for attention, teens’ developing brains are especially vulnerable…
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Ready to see things differently? The goal of this episode is for us to rethink what it means to live a happier, more fulfilling life—one quote at a time! Amy loves quotes and today's she's sharing 4 of them that will challenge how you think about happiness, decisions, stress, and personal growth. Each quote is paired with relatable examples to help…
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Why Amy Changed Her Shower Routine + 5 Success Habits You Need (5th Thing)
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21:40Amy got a lecture from her doctor because of a rash on her chest. This leads to new shower and laundry rules at her house. She goes over her new plan (suggested by her doctor) to get this rash under control. A listener, Natalee, emailed asking about the Happy Light that Amy uses, so they also talk about that and then Kat goes over 5 habits of the s…
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Your Teen’s Real Hunger: Meeting Emotional Needs When Food Isn’t the Answer (Outweigh)
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14:53OUTWEIGH: Have you ever wondered why your teen seems to reach for snacks—even when they’re not hungry? In this second part of our series, Leanne is back with Natalie Borrell of Life Success for Teens to dig into the hidden emotional triggers that push teens toward food for a quick dopamine hit. They look at how stress, loneliness, boredom, and anxi…
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If you need a reminder that it’s okay to pivot, this episode is for you. Amy starts by sharing a powerful newsletter from Three Cords Therapy about letting go of people-pleasing and embracing the freedom to change your mind—whether it’s about big life decisions or something as small as what you’re craving for dinner. Amy also goes over 4 things tha…
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5 Simple Habits to Start Your Day Right (5th Thing)
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24:17Do you have daily rituals that set the tone for your day? Amy and Kat go over simple morning habits that will help kickstart your day in the right direction. These are things that are VERY doable and will help you feel accomplished, calm, focused, creative, self-aware & more! QUOTE: "Your life doesn’t get better by chance—it gets better by change."…
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Under the Surface: Guiding Teens Through Stress, Overwhelm, & Crushing Expectations (Outweigh)
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16:51OUTWEIGH: If you’ve ever seen your teenager spiral into stress, overwhelm, and food obsession—and felt utterly helpless—this conversation is a game-changer. In today’s episode, Leanne sits down with Natalie Borrell of Life Success for Teens, who’s spent nearly two decades helping students thrive not just academically, but emotionally and mentally. …
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In order to create space for growth and alignment...we must shed things that no longer serve us. FIRST THING: Amy reads a special email from a listener, Kristin, who shares an update on her eating disorder. Her story is a powerful reminder of how far we can come when we commit to growth. SECOND THING: Amy's giving facial fitness a go as she takes a…
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Alcohol, Botox, Finding Your Word of the Year & More (5th Thing)
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51:29Amy & Kat's first chat of the year is all about starting 2025 with intention. They're talking about dry January, benefits of having a word of the year, vision board parties, alternatives to botox, show recommendations, the Surgeon General's cancer warning & so much more! QUOTE: “The best way to predict the future is to create it.” – Abraham Lincoln…
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Why Intuitive Eating Fails the Women Who Need It Most (And Why ‘Just Listen to Your Body’ Isn’t Enough) (Outweigh)
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13:05OUTWEIGH: If you’ve tried Intuitive Eating and found yourself even more confused, ashamed, or convinced you’re “broken,” this episode is for you. We’re digging into the hidden reason why “just listen to your body” often fails women who’ve used food to cope with stress, loneliness, or chronic dieting for decades. It’s not that Intuitive Eating is fl…
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Fresh Finds, Workout Shifts, Life Hacks & Eco-Friendly Living
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43:38This is an OG 4 Things episode with 4 totally random things…ask and you shall receive!! FIRST THING: Amy shares 4 things she’s loving right now and recommends you try them all (from books to crackers to make-up to making time for yourself!!) SECOND THING: @AllyFallon is redefining how she views working out and she shared her new philosophy with us …
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Amy & Kat Decode PTL and Other Holiday Musings (5th Thing)
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15:09Today’s quote: “Therapy should have open houses like elementary school so my therapist can meet everyone I talk about” - @steadfastcounseling Inspired by Annie Downs, “That Sounds Fun”, Amy & Kat talk about making a list of things that sound fun to you during the stressful holiday season (rather than just focusing on the things that sound like a dr…
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Throw Out the Checklist: Starting the Year on YOUR Terms (Outweigh)
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13:31OUTWEIGH: In this episode of Outweigh we’re tossing out the tired “New Year, New You” playbook. Instead of sprinting into another year burdened by rules, restrictions, and impossible goals, we’re exploring what it looks like to trade stress for self-compassion and external pressure for true inner alignment. Rather than chasing some perfect version …
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Real Stories, Real Hope: Listener Emails That Inspire
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24:18Are you going through hard things...feeling confused by it all and like you've just been thrown out in the middle of the ocean all alone wondering if you'll ever find your way back to shore? Well, this podcast is a community that is here for each other with all kinds of reminders that you're not alone. Amy especially feels this when she gets to mee…
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