In this episode of Season of Stuck , Deanna announces a new season coming Tuesday, July 8th. Until then, we'll be doing replays of some of our favorite episodes, starting with Unlocking the Science of Stuck with Britt Frank. In this episode, They explore the concept of stuckness, emphasizing its physiological roots and the importance of body-oriented approaches. Britt introduces "micro yeses," small decisions that help break inertia. They discuss how stuckness manifests in various life areas and...
May 27, 2025•54 min
In this solo episode of Season of Stuck , we jump into episode two of the Stuck Shorts series. In each week of this series, Deanna will share one bite-sized, actionable, and totally doable strategy for getting unstuck—and how to apply that strategy to help you as you navigate your own seasons of stuck. Today, we’re diving into what to do when you’re feeling stuck in your mind—those moments when your thoughts are spiraling out of control and you can’t pull yourself out of them. In this episode, D...
May 20, 2025•13 min
Melissa Petro is hosting the workshop "Writing for Shame Resilience: Turning Shame Into Your Superpower" at Esalen Institute in Big Sur, CA from July 14th - July 18th; register here . **REPLAY** In this episode of Season of Stuck , Deanna sits down with author and cultural journalist Melissa Petro to dive deep into a topic that keeps so many of us feeling stuck: shame. As the author of Shame on You: How to Be a Woman in the Age of Mortification , Melissa has a unique perspective on how shame imp...
May 13, 2025•56 min
In this solo episode of Season of Stuck , Deanna kicks off the first of a new series called Stuck Shorts. Each week, Deanna will share one bite-sized, actionable, and totally doable strategy for getting unstuck—and how to use it on your own stuck to unstuck journey. This week, Deanna shares one of the easiest and most accessible—but still extremely helpful!—tools in her getting unstuck toolbox. And all you need to get started? Your voice. If you get stuck in nervous system dysregulation, this is...
May 06, 2025•12 min•Season 1Ep. 43
**REPLAY** In this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna chats with Anna Goldfarb, a journalist called “the New York Times friendship correspondent” and the author of “ Modern Friendship: How to Nurture Our Most Valued Connections .” During their conversation, Deanna and Anna explore the complexities of adult friendships—including areas where people can get stuck. . Anna shares her insights on how to effectively navigate modern friendships, including some of the challenges of friendships in the mod...
Apr 29, 2025•1 hr
In this special crossover episode of Season of Stuck , Deanna deBara sits down with Amelia Hruby, host of the Off the Grid podcast, to explore the many ways social media can keep us stuck—and, more importantly, how we can change the way we think about and relate to social media (and get unstuck in the process). If you feel stuck on social media—in your business, your life, or both—this conversation is a must-listen. Tune in to learn about: How social media gets us hooked How to distinguish betwe...
Apr 22, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 42
In this episode of Season of Stuck , Deanna sits down with Jacqui Stilling, a therapist and parts work expert who helps people understand and transform their inner worlds through Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. During their conversation, they explore how identifying our different "parts" can help us get unstuck and develop a more compassionate relationship with ourselves. From understanding the origins of our protective parts to learning how to speak for rather than from our parts, Jacqui...
Apr 15, 2025•52 min
In this episode of Season of Stuck , Deanna sits down with Valerie McTavish, a business coach, growth activator, and spontaneity expert, to explore how spontaneity skills can help us get unstuck. During their conversation, they dive into the misconceptions around spontaneity (hint: it’s not a personality trait!), the powerful benefits of breaking out of rigid patterns (including for getting unstuck!), and practical ways to incorporate more spontaneity into our daily lives—even if you consider yo...
Apr 08, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 40
This week, we’re bringing you Deanna’s recent appearance on The Breakout podcast. During this episode, Deanna chats with hosts and change experts Dr. Keri Ohlrich and Kelly Guenther on what it means to be stuck—and, more importantly, how we can break out of stuckness and find the forward momentum we need to step into the next version of ourselves and our lives. Want more from The Breakout? Make sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , YouTube , or wherever you get your podcasts! Stay conn...
Apr 01, 2025•35 min
It’s time for another Stuck Story! This week, we chat with Erin Keating, host of the Hotter Than Ever podcast. Erin was brought up in the era of “women can—and should—have it all.” And by all accounts, she did: the thriving television career, the marriage, the family. But despite “having it all,” Erin felt increasingly stuck—especially when it came to sex. That stuckness took Erin on a journey that helped her reconnect to her sexuality in her 50s, shift her perspective on her body, and build a l...
Mar 25, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 39
In this episode of Season of Stuck , Deanna sits down with Jessica Maguire, a nervous system educator and researcher, for a conversation on how our nervous system affects our experience of stuckness. During their conversation, Deanna and Jessica explore the powerful connection between our physical bodies and emotional experiences—and how addressing both can help us move forward when we feel stuck. Jessica also shares practical strategies for nervous system regulation and explains why understandi...
Mar 17, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 38
In this episode of Season of Stuck , Deanna sits down with Sheryl Green, the "how to say no" expert, for a conversation about boundaries, including how a lack of boundaries can make you feel stuck and how to set (and uphold!) boundaries in a way that will truly transform your life—and get unstuck in the process. Tune in to learn about: What boundaries really are—and how to both set and uphold them Why setting boundaries can feel like a threat How a lack of healthy boundaries contributes to burno...
Mar 11, 2025•47 min•Season 1Ep. 37
In this episode of Season of Stuck , Deanna sits down with Claudia Cometa, a patient advocate and founder of PEACE Advocacy Group. During their conversation, Claudia and Deanna explore how the current healthcare system can leave patients feeling stuck and overwhelmed—and what people can do to advocate for themselves and get the care they need (and get unstuck in the process). From the challenges of accessibility to the importance of finding the right medical team to how to better communicate wit...
Mar 04, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 36
This week of Season of Stuck is a bit different. In this episode, Deanna shares some vulnerable insights about what’s going on in her life and how it’s impacting her (spoiler alert: she’s dealing with some serious stuckness)—and why extending grace and compassion to ourselves in hard moments is so important. This episode isn’t as planned out or structured as other episodes, but it’s an honest reflection of Deanna’s current experience—and her hope is that her vulnerability will help someone else ...
Feb 25, 2025•9 min•Season 1Ep. 35
In this episode of Season of Stuck , Deanna chats with Maggie Nick (@maggiewithperspectacles), a trauma therapist and inner critic expert that specializes in healing relational shame trauma—or what she calls "good kid" or "good girl" trauma. During their conversation, they explore how the "good kid" persona can keep us stuck in patterns of people-pleasing, perfectionism, and fear of disappointment—and how we can start to shed these patterns to create more authentic (and less stuck!) lives. Tune ...
Feb 18, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 34
In this episode of Season of Stuck , Deanna sits down with Jules Heron, founder of Hair for Humans, a Portland-based salon specializing in gender-affirming haircuts. During their conversation, they explore how our relationship with our hair can deeply impact our identity and sense of self—and how the right hairstyle can ultimately help us move from stuck to unstuck. Jules also shares actionable tips on how to work with your stylist to get a haircut and feels authentically you. Tune in to learn a...
Feb 11, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 33
In this week's episode, Deanna sits down with Stephanie Cyr, an attorney, educator, and personal safety expert. During their conversation, Deanna and Stephanie explore how concerns about personal safety can leave women feeling stuck—and how empowerment-based self-defense can help them feel more confident and in control. From workplace dynamics to social situations, Stephanie shares practical insights on recognizing red flags, trusting your intuition, and taking actionable steps to protect yourse...
Feb 04, 2025•48 min•Season 1Ep. 32
In today’s episode, we introduce a new segment of the show: Stuck Stories , where you’ll hear stories from people who have made the journey from stuck to unstuck—and all of the lessons they learned along the way. We’re kicking things off with Katie Mantel. During the COVID pandemic, Katie realized she was feeling stuck in her teaching career. But after 13 years as a teacher, she didn’t know what other kind of job was out there for her—and taking a step into the unknown felt scary. But she did ta...
Jan 28, 2025•31 min•Season 1Ep. 31
It's a crossover! In this episode, Deanna sits down with Robin Hopkins, host of the Well...Adjusting podcast for a conversation on stuckness—and, more specifically, getting stuck with goals and resolutions. If you're struggling with the goals you set for yourself in the New Year, this is an episode you don't want to miss! (Spoiler alert: it's ok.) About this week's guest: Robin Hopkins is a seasoned producer, writer, actor, podcast host, and former stand-up comedian with an impressive range acro...
Jan 21, 2025•40 min•Season 1Ep. 30
In this week's episode of Season of Stuck , Deanna sits down with Jennie Wetter, host of the rePROs Fight Back podcast and director of the rePROs Fight Back initiative. During their conversation, Deanna and Jennie discuss the current state of sexual and reproductive health rights in the US, including how the current restrictions are keeping people stuck, the interconnectedness of abortion access and gender-affirming care, and how individual actions—even small ones—can contribute to larger change...
Jan 14, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 29
In this episode of Season of Stuck , Deanna sits down with Sabrina Zohar, dating coach and host of The Sabrina Zohar Show , for a conversation on stuckness in modern-day dating and relationships. During their conversation, Sabrina and Deanna explore the complexities of modern-day relationships, including how rom-com depictions of love are doing us a disservice (and keeping us stuck!), the role attachment styles play in how stuck or unstuck we feel in our relationships, and how to regulate your n...
Jan 07, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 28
On today's episode, Deanna reflects on 2024 and shares tips for navigating stuckness in 2025—courtesy of past Season of Stuck guests. Wishing you a very happy (and unstuck!) New Year! Stay connected with Season of Stuck : Want more insights on how to make your journey from stuck to unstuck? Make sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts; you can catch new episodes every Tuesday. Want to make sure you never miss an episode? Visit seasonofstuck.com to get epis...
Dec 31, 2024•14 min
Wishing you a happy holiday—and if it's a more stuck holiday than a happy one? We're here to remind you that's ok—and that this season of stuck (like *all* seasons of stuck!) is a temporary one. Stay connected with Season of Stuck : Want more insights on how to make your journey from stuck to unstuck? Make sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts; you can catch new episodes every Tuesday. Want to make sure you never miss an episode? Visit seasonofstuck.com ...
Dec 24, 2024•7 min
In this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with Kelly Guenther and Dr. Keri Ohlrich, co-hosts of The Breakout Podcast, authors of Whatever the Hell You Want, and co-founders of the Abbracci Group. Together, they discuss what it means to get unstuck and how to navigate the fear, resistance, and challenges that come with change. From personal experiences to professional insights, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiring stories to help you move forward. Tune in to lear...
Dec 17, 2024•53 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Host Deanna deBara was recently a guest on the Hotter Than Ever podcast, talking about how women can move through stuckness—and ultimately get unstuck—as they navigate the second half of their lives. This is a must-listen for any 40+ women that are feeling stuck! Want more from Hotter Than Ever? Visit their website and be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , YouTube , or wherever you get your podcasts! Stay connected with Season of Stuck : Want more insights on how to make your journe...
Dec 12, 2024•57 min
In this episode of Season of Stuck , Deanna sits down with Mark Levy, differentiation expert and author of Accidental Genius: Using Writing to Generate Your Best Ideas, Insight, and Content , to dive into powerful tools for getting unstuck—including how how to use freewriting to write your way out of stuckness. During their conversation, Deanna and Mark explore how freewriting helps you “bypass your internal editor”—and how that can help you better navigate stuckness, why doing “one thing differ...
Dec 10, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 26
In this episode of Season of Stuck , Deanna is joined by Todd Davis, leadership expert and author, to explore the timeless principles of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People—a nd, more specifically, how these principles relate to stuckness. During their conversation, Todd and Deanna review the 7 habits, the principles that define each, and how they directly relate to getting unstuck. Todd also shares actionable advice on how to apply the 7 habits to your own stuck-to-unstuck journey—and use t...
Dec 03, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 25
In this episode of Season of Stuck , Deanna welcomes back Dr. Ashley Southard, a marriage and family therapist specializing in over-functioning in love. During their conversation, they explore how overfunctioning manifests for women (and the emotional impact it can have)—and take a deep dive into how to embark on a healing journey using Dr. Ashley’s Self-Restoration framework. Tune in to learn about: What overfunctioning is, how and why it impacts women, and the emotional and relational costs Wh...
Nov 26, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 24
In this episode of Season of Stuck , Deanna sits down with author and burnout expert Cara Houser to tackle a topic that impacts so many of us: burnout. During their conversation, Deanna and Cara discuss the epidemic of burnout—and why it’s so prevalent in today’s culture, the different ways burnout keeps us stuck, both professionally and personally, the importance of mindset in detaching from burnout culture, and actionable strategies to heal from burnout—and get unstuck in the process. Tune in ...
Nov 19, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 23
In this episode of Season of Stuck , Deanna chats with Enneagram expert Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober (also known as Enneagram Ashton on Instagram) and takes a deep dive into all things Enneagram—and how to use this personality framework to get unstuck. During their conversation, Ashton explains the different Enneagram types, the unique motivations behind each type, and how these insights can lead to greater self-awareness, improved relationships, and meaningful personal growth. They also discuss ways t...
Nov 12, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 22
