Delanie's book, MockTales: 50+ Literary Mocktails Inspired by Classic Works, Banned Books, and More, is officially available for pre-order! Tune in for information about exclusive pre-order gifts, where Delanie will be popping up for book signings and events, how to submit questions for a special episode of the podcast coming up, and a spur-of-the-moment competition that can get you featured as a guest on Self-Helpless! FOR DIGITAL GIFTS Pre-order MockTales anywhere online by, or before, January...
Dec 09, 2024•13 min•Ep. 434
Delanie Fischer is joined by Sav Clements, who shares about experiencing depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and attempts over a decade ago — including invaluable insights for parents and other loved ones who may not be aware that their friend or family member is struggling. This episode is part of our series, "Subscriber Stories," and listener discretion is advised. Plus: + How 1 Conversation Can Save A Life + The Story Behind Sav's Favorite Phrase + 10 Things To Consider For Self-Care IF...
Nov 25, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 433
Indian-American writer, Nishima Gupta, shares her experience witnessing her parents' divorce (that they kept secret from her for 3 years), how culture impacted their decisions, and what it's taught her about love and relationships. Full episode with Nishima Gupta: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/29b0fba4/my-parents-kept-their-divorce-a-secret-for-3-years-with-nishima-gupta What topic should we cover next? Vote here: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless Your Host, Delanie Fis...
Nov 18, 2024•8 min•Ep. 432
Delanie Fischer is joined by friends and activists, Jamie Logan and Justina Adorno, to discuss how they've integrated activism into their daily lives and careers, how they each approach criticism, burnout, and self-care, and the importance of finding community as an activist. Whether you want to get more involved in a cause you care about but don't know where to start, you feel stuck and need some inspiration, or you want to get paid for your activism, there's tons of great advice in this episod...
Nov 13, 2024•58 min•Ep. 431
Licensed marriage and family therapist and doctor of psychology, Dr. Sahar Martinez, shares fascinating scientific findings regarding generational trauma and offers guidance for parents who fear they may pass their own trauma down to their kids. Full episode with Dr. Sahar Martinez: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/2132563d/healing-generational-trauma-with-dr-sahar-martinez What topic should we cover next? Vote here: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless Your Host, Delanie Fis...
Nov 11, 2024•8 min•Ep. 430
Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and former President of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, Dr. Luana Marquez, shares the function of both our "emotional" and "critical" brain, why we should try to approach vs. avoid our anxiety, and how to apply your values to your weekly schedule. Full episode with Dr. Luana Marquez: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/1c7d47b0/is-it-anxiety-or-generalized-anxiety-disorder-with-dr-luana-marquez What t...
Nov 06, 2024•6 min•Ep. 428
Delanie Fischer is joined by Sharon Okun, who shares about her experience with Lyme Disease and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome— the symptoms she's experienced over the years, why it took so long to diagnose, and what's helped her feel better, manage daily responsibilities, and pursue passion projects. If you, or someone you love, is experiencing a chronic illness, this episode has so much to offer, and is part of our series, "Subscriber Stories." Plus: + An Epic Toolbox of 50+ Tips And Resources + The #...
Nov 04, 2024•46 min•Ep. 429
Social justice activist and founder of "The Body is Not An Apology" movement, Sonya Renee Taylor, shares the reality behind "cancel culture" and how we can all become more compassionate and empathetic towards each other while navigating harm. Full episode with Sonya Renee Taylor: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/327baacc/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd-with-licensed-therapist-nadirah-habeebullah Submit and vote on episode topics here: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless ...
Oct 30, 2024•19 min•Ep. 426
Delanie Fischer is joined by Dr. Samantha Harte, author of Breaking The Circuit: How to Rewire Your Mind for Hope, Resilience and Joy in the Face of Trauma, to discuss perfectionism, addiction, and recovery. Dr. Harte shares how her accomplishments masked her struggle with addiction (like getting accepted into a postdoctoral program the very same day she overdosed on cocaine), why her rock bottom actually happened 5 years into sobriety vs. at the height of her addiction, and why she had to reima...
Oct 28, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 427
Licensed marriage and family therapist, Nadirah Habeebullah, provides an overview of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), a treatment that can help, and how we can talk to a loved one who is experiencing this disorder. Full episode with Licensed Therapist, Nadirah Habeebullah: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/327baacc/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd-with-licensed-therapist-nadirah-habeebullah Submit and vote on episode topics here: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless Y...
Oct 23, 2024•9 min•Ep. 425
Delanie Fischer is joined by her dad, Ron Fischer, to chat about his experience growing up in "the poor family" in his community. He shares how this impacted his relationship with work and money, any fears around finances he experienced as he grew his career and started a business, and the mark it's made on his values around family and friendship. Whether you're fearful around finances, starting a business, or making lifestyle changes in mid-age, this episode has some "mammoth" words of wisdom. ...
Oct 21, 2024•59 min•Ep. 424
Urologist and sexual health expert, Dr. Rena Malik, demystifies misconceptions around pelvic floor dysfunction, urinary tract infections, and Kegel exercises —including which tests to request from your doctor, surprising symptoms to be mindful of, and instances where Kegels do more harm than good. Full episode with Dr. Rena Malik: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/1c573a89/utis-interstitial-cystitis-and-pelvic-floor-dysfunction-with-dr-rena-malik You can join our Patreon commu...
Oct 16, 2024•5 min•Ep. 422
Delanie Fischer is joined by psychotherapists, Katie McKenna and Helen Villiers, to discuss the impact of being raised by a narcissistic parent, and how it affects the entire family system. Katie and Helen provide everyday examples of what these dynamics can look like, why it can be extremely challenging for a survivor of this type of abuse to acknowledge their own experience (and why there's no such thing as an "empath"), and what steps can be taken towards healing and unlearning unhealthy beha...
Oct 14, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 423
Intimacy expert and counselor, Michaela Boehm, shares a variety of simple ways to reconnect with a partner (and prevent future plateaus) when the demands of daily life get in the way of emotional and physical intimacy. Plus, one exercise that can help all of us get out of our head, and into our body, within minutes. Full episode with Michaela Boehm: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/3e3b253c/the-truth-about-tantric-sex-with-michaela-boehm You can join our Patreon community her...
Oct 09, 2024•8 min•Ep. 421
Delanie Fischer is joined by Erika Martin, who shares about her dad’s diagnosis with Lewy Body Dementia — how it’s impacting her family, resources and logistics for immediate and long-term care, and how she’s grieving and coping. If someone you love has been diagnosed with a terminal illness, this episode has so much to offer, and is part of our series, "Subscriber Stories." Plus: + Finding The Right Support Group For You + Erika’s Favorite Quote For Tough Days + 3 Things Helping Erika In Her Da...
Oct 07, 2024•48 min•Ep. 420
Forensic psychiatrist of over 20 years, Dr. Tracey Marks, gives us some exciting and hopeful insights into cutting-edge clinical trials, which approach is working best, and what the future of depression treatment may look like. Full episode with Dr. Tracey Marks: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/36a8f408/depression-and-serotonin-syndrome-with-dr-tracey-marks You can join our Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless Your Host, Delanie Fischer: https://www.d...
Oct 02, 2024•6 min•Ep. 418
Delanie Fischer is joined by Natalie Katona, who shares about her experience with eldest daughter syndrome, and being the single one in her family and friend group at age 35. She shares how she handles unsolicited questions about her relationship status, what boundaries she's put in place as the eldest daughter, new traditions she's created with friends, and how she feels about having a life partner. This episode is part of our series, "Subscriber Stories." Plus: + Your New Favorite Holiday Trad...
Sep 30, 2024•43 min•Ep. 419
Co-founder of The Underbelly, yoga teacher, and body positivity advocate, Jessamyn Stanley, shares how her naked yoga practice has changed multiple areas of her life — including healing childhood wounds, body acceptance, and getting comfortable with visibility. Full episode with Jessamyn: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/e814d362/the-body-positivity-movement-whats-working-vs-whats-not-with-jessamyn-stanley You can join our Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/selfh...
Sep 25, 2024•5 min•Ep. 416
Delanie Fischer is joined by New York Times bestselling author and wellness leader, Kris Carr, to discuss her experience thriving with stage IV cancer for over 20 years. Kris shares about the moment she received her diagnosis, how long she was given to live, and how it changed the course of her life — including her health, relationships, and career. Whether you've received a diagnosis, struggle with perfectionism around wellness, have a hard time prioritizing what matters most to you, or need a ...
Sep 23, 2024•56 min•Ep. 417
Former Deputy Sheriff, Joy Farrow, and Technologist and Domestic Violence Survivor, Laura Frombach, share how to protect yourself, and others, in everyday situations that result in high levels of crime, and which 3 simple tools you can carry to stay safe. Full episode with Joy and Laura: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/218dac18/10-simple-safety-tips-you-need-to-know-with-joy-farrow-and-laura-frombach You can join our Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelple...
Sep 18, 2024•8 min•Ep. 415
Delanie Fischer is joined by best-selling author, counselor, and Attachment Theory expert, Thais Gibson. Thais breaks down the 4 different attachment styles (with some seriously juicy examples for each), and shares how fixed or flexible your attachment style is throughout your life, what differentiates an attachment style from a disorder, debunks common attachment theory misconceptions, and even gives Delanie a diagnostic of her own attachment style. Plus: + 3 Things That Will Save Your Relation...
Sep 16, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 414
Creator of Zen Habits, Leo Babauta, shares how he finally quit smoking 20 years ago after 7 unsuccessful attempts, and the 5 practical things he did differently to make it stick for good. Full episode with Leo: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/39ed9a59/1-new-habit-can-change-your-entire-life-with-leo-babauta You can join our Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless Your Host, Delanie Fischer: https://www.delaniefischer.com See Privacy Policy at https://art...
Sep 11, 2024•6 min•Ep. 412
Delanie Fischer is joined by Bonnie Wan, author of The Life Brief: A Playbook For No-Regrets Living. They discuss Bonnie's 3-part Life Brief process (inspired by the professional concept of a creative brief) for gaining clarity and implementing small, but mighty, action during times of transition. Whether you're on the brink of burnout, stuck in indecision, or feel ready for a pivot, this episode will inspire you to start your own Life Brief and generate creative solutions that make the biggest ...
Sep 09, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 413
Personal finance expert and self-made millionaire, Delyanne, simplifies the stock market, investing, debt, and building wealth — in under 5 minutes. Full episode with Delyanne: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/1f2d8edd/how-to-build-wealth-with-delyanne-the-money-coach You can join our Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless Your Host, Delanie Fischer: https://www.delaniefischer.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not...
Sep 04, 2024•5 min•Ep. 411
Delanie Fischer is joined by Olly Dove, who shares about a series of traumatic experiences — including waking up in the hospital with amnesia due to a mysterious seizure. She describes how these experiences impacted her OCD, relationships, and outlook on life. Plus, what's kept her grounded through fear and uncertainty, and how she's been able to accomplish big academic and athletic goals along the way. This episode is part of our summer series, "Subscriber Stories." Plus: + 1 Story Olly Tells H...
Sep 02, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 410
Integrative Mental Health Specialist and Dreamworker, Claudia Barfoot, shares why we dream, what they're trying to tell us, how to remember and leverage your dreams to benefit your waking state, and the shocking link between dreaming and depression. Full episode with Claudia: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/2078ac9f/the-importance-of-your-dreams-literally-with-claudia-barfoot You can join our Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless Your Host, Delanie Fis...
Aug 28, 2024•8 min•Ep. 408
Delanie Fischer is joined by Renee Ash, TV personality from Peacock's Love Undercover, to discuss her experience as a cast member, and all that comes with it -- including visibility, online criticism, public heartbreak, personal growth, and more. Plus, the inside scoop on how a production like this operates! Whether you're a fan of reality shows, you're going through a break-up, or you're navigating some criticism, this episode has helpful tips, insights, and fun takeaways. Plus: + 2 Ways To Fil...
Aug 26, 2024•48 min•Ep. 409
Ex porn star, Jessie Rogers, shares what she wishes she knew before she got into the adult entertainment industry, misconceptions people have about adult film actors, and what new entertainers should consider before getting involved. Full episode with Jessie: https://podcasts.apple.com/il/podcast/ex-porn-star-jessie-rogers/id1251196416?i=1000513934034 You can join our Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless Your Host, Delanie Fischer: https://www.delaniefischer.com See Priva...
Aug 21, 2024•5 min•Ep. 406
Delanie Fischer is joined by Jessica Gemme, who shares a variety of her personal experience as a former educator including being a substitute teacher, paraprofessional, running her own classroom, assisting kids with special needs, teaching history to research and technology, and working in inner city and rural schools. She opens up about the pressures she felt, safety concerns, her workload, hitting major burnout, and gives some hot tips for handling difficult behaviors in the classroom. Whether...
Aug 19, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 407
Kelvin Chin, meditation teacher and founder of Overcoming The Fear of Death Foundation, shares methods for reducing both short-term and long-term death anxiety, expanding consciousness, and feeling less fearful and more present in your daily life. Full episode with Kelvin: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overcoming-the-fear-of-death/id1251196416?i=1000563287770 You can join our Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless Your Host, Delanie Fischer: https://www.delaniefisch...
Aug 14, 2024•15 min•Ep. 405
