In this episode, Sydney Rinderknecht explores the complex emotion of anger, discussing its evolutionary significance, societal perceptions, and the importance of managing it effectively. She emphasizes that anger is a universal human experience that can serve as a catalyst for action and personal transformation when understood and channeled appropriately. The conversation covers common triggers for anger, how to recognize it in the body, the consequences of unacknowledged anger, and practical co...
Jun 27, 2025•31 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode, Sydney Rinderknecht discusses the importance of hobbies for mental health and self-care. She emphasizes that healing can be enjoyable and that everyone can be a beginner at any age. The conversation explores common barriers to prioritizing hobbies, the role of community in maintaining these activities, and practical tips for incorporating hobbies into daily life. Sydney encourages listeners to embrace joy and creativity as essential components of their well-being. Homework is to...
Jun 13, 2025•29 min•Season 4Ep. 1
In this episode, Sydney Rinderknecht discusses her own queer experiences. She delves into the unique challenges of queer heartbreak, the journey towards authenticity, and the impact of societal discrimination on mental health. The conversation culminates in a celebration of queer joy and the power of self-acceptance. DISCLAIMER : The information on this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or tr...
May 30, 2025•43 min•Season 4Ep. 2
In this conversation, Sydney Rinderknecht explores the concept of neurodiversity, emphasizing that neurodivergent individuals are not broken but simply different. She discusses various tools and strategies for managing neurodivergence, including sensory-related tools and self-care practices. The conversation highlights the importance of celebrating neurodiversity and the unique contributions of neurodivergent individuals while addressing the challenges they face in a neurotypical society. DISCLA...
May 16, 2025•44 min•Season 4Ep. 1
In this trailer/episode, Sydney Rinderknecht introduces the concept of 'spice' as a metaphor for the intense emotions and experiences that color our lives. She emphasizes the importance of embracing the variety of life, managing intense emotions, and savoring the sweetness of experiences. The conversation encourages listeners to be the chefs of their own lives, crafting a flavorful existence rather than settling for a bland one. Through personal anecdotes and insights, Sydney motivates her audie...
May 03, 2025•10 min
This episode we define feeling lost and talk about things that contribute to this common human experience. We then get into a step by step action plan of how to help yourself when you struggle with feeling lost, aimless, confused, directionless, etc. 1. acknowledge you feel lost 2. get to know yourself (likes/dislikes list, hobbies, passions, etc) 3. get clear on your values (values list for help) 4. be honest with yourself (what do I want? what kind of life do I want to live?) 5. quit comparing...
Feb 07, 2025•36 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Listen in to learn about the history of rest as a revolution, reframe our beliefs about rest, and affirm our need to rest. This episode discusses Tricia Hersey and her nap ministry, as well as Inemuri, the Japanese art of power napping. We discuss why rest is so important to mental health, and how to incorporate rest into our daily lives. This episode ends with a mindful meditation and affirmations! what does rest look like to me? what forms of rest do I enjoy? what do I believe to be true about...
Jan 24, 2025•29 min•Season 3Ep. 5
This episode we have my lovely best friend Hannah who shares stories of resilience, choosing the high road, mindset, and the importance of listening to your body. Listen in for silly, mindful, and inspiring lessons you can apply to your own life. Brené Brown's The Call to Courage Support me below: Stop data brokers from exposing your personal information. Go to my sponsor https://aura.com/healer to get a 14-day free trial and see how much of yours is being sold Go to https:...
Jan 10, 2025•43 min•Season 3Ep. 4
In this episode, Sydney talks about her relationship with Internal Family Systems in her therapy journey. This episode discusses that humans are multifaceted and all of our parts have a purpose. Especially the dark, negative, shadow parts. On the other side of our shadows are our strengths. Listen to learn why shadow work is imperative on your healing journey, and how to take steps towards accepting all the parts of who you are. IFS and shadow work can lead to improved decision making, more auth...
Dec 27, 2024•30 min•Season 3Ep. 3
TW: suicidal ideation, substance use, self harm, alzheimers, dementia In this episode we define loneliness and go into depth about the loneliness epidemic. We get into tools on how to tackle social vs emotional loneliness. Let's choose to be brave and curious and grow from these hard experiences! Support me below: Stop data brokers from exposing your personal information. Go to my sponsor https://aura.com/healer to get a 14-day free trial and see how much of yours is being sold Go to ...
Dec 13, 2024•43 min•Season 3Ep. 1
TW: ED, self-harm, narcissism, substance use Insecurity can make us think “am I good enough?”. Insecurity can lead to things like anxiety, social isolation, perfectionism, doing the most, troubles with relationships, negative self-talk, depression, maladaptive coping (self-harm, eating disorders, suicidal thoughts, substance use, etc). Listen to this episode to learn how to transcend insecurity, spiral higher when faced with triggers, and meet yourself with self-compassion. Some strategies for n...
Nov 29, 2024•42 min•Season 3Ep. 3
You Are The Healers newest season: THE POWER OF THE DARK SIDE. Stay tuned to learn how to transcend dark, negative, shadow aspects of self so we can step into our full power and heal that much deeper. Let's get it!!! Support me below: Stop data brokers from exposing your personal information. Go to my sponsor https://aura.com/healer to get a 14-day free trial and see how much of yours is being sold Go to https://betterhelp.com/healer for 10% off your first month of therapy with...
Nov 22, 2024•54 sec
Syd's taking a lil break from posting new content, but don't you fret, its temporary! In the meantime, you can spread the message of YATH below: SUPPORT THE POD Stop data brokers from exposing your personal information. Go to my sponsor https://aura.com/healer to get a 14-day free trial and see how much of yours is being sold Go to https://betterhelp.com/healer for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterH...
Sep 20, 2024•4 min
Listen up to learn how to go from repressing childhood memories and emotions (aka having your childlike self run your life) to becoming the caretaker of your needs and being gentle with yourself In this episode we: define "inner child healing" talk about it's importance on your healing journey dive into strategies on healing our inner child journal prompts & a guided meditation to visualize your inner child and speak to them Journal prompts: what were you like when you were younger? in what ...
Sep 06, 2024•40 min•Season 3Ep. 5
TW: substance use, self harm This episode emphasizes the importance of feeling our feelings. We get into what typically happens when emotions are suppressed and the benefits of sitting with feelings. Listen up to learn a step by step on how to feel your feelings and use your emotions as a superpower. Emotional safety starts with you! Your homework is to be compassionate and nonjudgemental with yourself the next time you experience a big emotion <3 Support You Are The Healer below :) Stop data...
Aug 23, 2024•35 min•Season 3Ep. 4
TW: gaslighting, sexual assault, depression In this episode we talk about the importance of forgiveness. We define forgiveness and debunk common myths about it. We get into how forgiveness effects our mental health and uncover the steps on how to forgive and the peace of mind and freedom that comes from letting go. Forgiveness is self care! This episode wraps up with a story about the Hawaiian practice of Ho'oponopono. Say it with me: I'm sorry, please forgive me, thank you, I love you. Therapis...
Aug 09, 2024•35 min•Season 3Ep. 3
TW: self harm This epi we talk about CHANGE! We go over how change makes us feel and how to embrace and accept this inevitable part of life. We define transformation and learn how to completely shift your life inside and out. Tune in for reframes, stories, and tips to learn how to become enthusiastic about change :) Share this show with someone via text/ig story/word of mouth, rate and review the pod, and click the links below to support me <333 Stop data brokers from exposing your personal i...
Jul 26, 2024•38 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Today we talk about shedding things you don't need and metaphorically breaking out of your cocoon and becoming the free butterfly you were meant to be :D Sydney shares relatable stories about where she is at in her healing journey and talks about how uncomfortable it can be to expand and heal. This episode includes a meditation for releasing your past self and connecting to your higher self Journal prompts: In what ways am I holding myself back? What beliefs are holding me back? What do I believ...
Jul 12, 2024•30 min•Season 3Ep. 1
SEASON 3, ARE YOU READYYYYYYY? This season we talk about metamorphosis: a complete change of form, structure, or substance, as transformation by magic or witchcraft. Get ready to learn how to spin a cozy cocoon of safety and nourishment and then break free when it's time to expand. This season will have education, stories, advice, motivation, and encouragement. Lets heal together <3 Share this show with someone via text/ig story/word of mouth, rate and review the pod, and click the links belo...
Jul 05, 2024•3 min
TW: self-harm, eating disorders, depression This episode we dive deep into why it’s important to spend time alone and ENJOY it. We talk about cultivating a loving relationship with yourself because, after all, you are the only person you’ll be with forever. The relationship you have with yourself sets the tone for all the other relationships in your life <3 FREE coaching interest form Stop data brokers from exposing your personal information. Go to my sponsor https://aura.com/healer...
May 31, 2024•36 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In this episode, we talk about what resiliency is, why it's important, and how to become more resilient. Sydney shares about resiliency through stories and examples from her own life. Homework: make a list of all the times you've been resilient so you have evidence that you can overcome anything :) Stop data brokers from exposing your personal information. Go to my sponsor https://aura.com/healer to get a 14-day free trial and see how much of yours is being sold Go to https://better...
May 17, 2024•38 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In this episode, we discuss why losing an attachment hurts so much. Sydney talks about how to pick yourself back up after severing an attachment and shares how she got through her last breakup. We discuss the benefits of secure attachment and talk about how to move from insecure to secure attachment. A reminder that changing your internal experience will change your external experience! Stop data brokers from exposing your personal information. Go to my sponsor https://aura.com/healer to g...
May 03, 2024•42 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this episode we discuss attachment: what is it, why we have it, and why it's important to learn about it. We dive into anxious and avoidant attachment styles and the anxious-avoidant pairing. Sydney goes deep into her dating history in this one, it's tea you don't wanna miss! Stop data brokers from exposing your personal information. Go to my sponsor https://aura.com/healer to get a 14-day free trial and see how much of yours is being sold Go to https://betterhelp.com/healer for 10%...
Apr 19, 2024•41 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Tune in with me and my MOM as we talk about our experience going to therapy together to save our relationship. We share insights to our relationship throughout our lives and LeeAnn says "therapy never hurts". We get into body image and how to be self compassionate. We talk about some universal common struggles kids experience while growing up. Then my mom shares how she stopped caring what other people think of her as we talk perception and authenticity. Lastly, LeeAnns law is to lead with kindn...
Apr 05, 2024•53 min•Season 2Ep. 4
TW: death, abuse, assault, murder, and other unsettling topics This episode we dive into trauma- what is it, why do we want to heal from it, how trauma effects us, how to heal our trauma, and finally how to make meaning of what happens to us. Lets alchemize our stories and transform what happens to us into purpose <3 "The Body Keeps the Score" book Stop data brokers from exposing your personal information. Go to my sponsor https://aura.com/healer to get a 14-day free trial and see how much of...
Mar 22, 2024•50 min•Season 2Ep. 3
TW: suicidality and sexual abuse Listen in to this episode and Sydney and her coworker dive into various mental health topics. We discuss the importance of intuition and how it can be difficult to follow it at times. We emphasize how significant childhood is in terms of mental health as an adult. We talk about how our past selves held on to hope for our futures. Then Lelia gets into her various healing modalities including sound bowl therapy. Follow Lelia's IG here and Inner Bloom Healing and We...
Mar 08, 2024•1 hr 3 min
In this NEW SEASON we get into alchemizing our lives through transformation. This episode we discuss our personal destiny, dreams, goals, journeys, etc. We talk about the importance of purpose when it comes to our mental health and things that typically get in the way when we pursue our dreams. This episode includes motivating affirmations to get you amped up to act on your dreams!! We end with encouragement to follow your intuition/heart/omens and reminder "life is generous to those who pursue ...
Feb 23, 2024•30 min•Season 2Ep. 1
This week instead of an episode I’m letting you know I’ll be pausing recording for a bit. My sweet cat Luna has been sick and it’s hard for me to think of much else. The quality of You Are The Healer is far greater to me than quantity of episodes. I appreciate your patience as I take time to rest and lean into myself and grieve and feel. Please send love, healing energy, positivity, prayer, etc to me and my child Luna. As always, support me in the ways below and THANK YOU for being a supporter o...
Feb 04, 2024•8 min
TW: suicide This episode we define neuroplasticity and how it offers hope regarding our mental health. We talk about the power of thought and how we can change our minds thru repetition. We then go into different ways to change our mindset via affirmations, media, music, etc. If you like neuroscience, this episode is for you! Share You Are The Healer via text, socials, or simply tell someone about it! Listen to the other episodes too, even for a second time :p Stop data brokers from exposing you...
Jan 21, 2024•43 min
This episode EATS as Sydney and her high school bestie Emma Pitcock get into their usual deep convos. We start talking about our relationships w our moms and healing familial trauma. Then we discuss diversity and practicing tolerance for any and all differences. We get into religion, spiritual gifts, nuance and the power of nature and creation. If Emma had it her way, everyone would be considerate, throw weekly dress-up dinner parties, and fight to end sex trafficking. As always, thanks for list...
Jan 07, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 64
