Self Explained

In this episode, I explore the impact of toxic relationships on your self-image and emotional well-being. I share personal insights, discuss warning signs, and offer practical tips to empower you to break free from toxic dynamics. Discover how to reclaim your self-worth and happiness as we navigate the path to healthier, more fulfilling relationships.   Here are some key takeaways from the episode...

Are you ready for a new perspective on relationships? Join me in this thought-provoking episode as I explore the impact of saying "my other half" or "my better half." If you’re someone who has become accustomed to using these phrases in your relationship, it's time to rethink your choices. In this episode, we'll cover: 🤔 The impact of language on how you see yourself a...

Outward love isn't always readily available - you won't always have people giving you the reassurance you crave or the nurturance you need during times of stress. So, what then?!  The truth is...only YOU can take care of yourself and give yourself the love that you truly desire anytime.anywhere. But it's hard for many people to do because people don't actively learn how to love themselves and...

Healthy relationships are built on safety, acceptance and trust. So, what do you do when you find out your partner has been watching porn? And how much is "too much"? Moreover, what should you do if you feel like it has been affecting your sex life? In this episode I speak with Dimitri Douchin, PhD who is a psychotherapist specialised in recovery from sexual addictions and trauma reprocessing. Dim...

There's a lot of talk about "Toxic exes", "Toxic bosses", or "Toxic people" in general these days but can we really say people are toxic? Or is it just that they have toxic patterns of relating deeply ingrained within them? Toxic patterns that have been passed down from one generation to the next... In this episode, I talk about 6 of the most toxic patterns that people can have within them. Toxic...

How many times have you told someone "I'm okay" when your reality has been the opposite? How many times have you told others that "Things are going great" when really, your life was falling apart? Maybe...you've done neither?  Maybe, you're someone who minimises? Maybe, you're someone who tells yourself "Things aren't that bad! I need to grow up and get over it"?! Everyone has lied at some po...

There are many things that will affect your healing journey but how much of it might actually come down to your beliefs, your self-talk, or your attachment style? In this episode I talk about my personal resistances to doing the work and what my journey looked like at the start, reasons as to why you may self-sabotage on your journey and becoming aware of some unhelpful patterns that will kee...

We all make assumptions in our relationships. We naturally fill in the gaps where we are missing pieces of information so we can make sense of our world - and of our relationship. But whenever we make an assumption, we have an impact on our experience and on someone else's. And the trouble truly arises when our assumptions are predominantly negative, creating conflict and disconnection, fuell...

Welcome back to the next episode of the Self Explained Podcast! This episode dives into the feeling of loneliness and the ways in which you can experience it in any kind of a relationship.  Tune in to hear why things like sarcasm and criticism give rise to disconnection in a relationship, how self-abandoning and being that "good child" or "good partner" are actually forms of control to ensure...

Welcome to Episode 1 of Season 3 of the Self Explained Podcast!  This episode is centred around the question 'Why you don't love yourself?' In it I'll explore where you may have learned that pattern of self-rejection, self-criticism, or self-loathing. And because a lot of my coaching is based off 'Inner Child Therapy', expect to hear me talk a lot about what you were exposed to and what you l...

On the final episode of Season Two, I have my last guest of the season, the amazing Anna Groniecka (Instagram: @annagroniecka ) on to talk about everything from her personal life story - being a photographer, parenting, understanding boundaries, and strengthening the relationship with yourself - to how she got to be where she is today in terms of her career and navigating life's rollercoaster jour...

On today's episode I have special guest Zoe Dunlea (@zoe_dunlea_life_coaching) on to talk about everything from her personal story and stepping away from old identities to manifesting your dream life with a special guidance on how to do it! Zoe is an acc accredited life coach from the coach training academy and she now focuses on helping people unlock their full potential, figure out next steps in...

Jessica Banaghan (Instagram: @jess_selffit) is an Online Fitness & Lifestyle Coach, helping people worldwide to achieve a better mindset and lifestyle through nutrition, exercise, habits and more! After years of suffering with low self esteem and feeling low in her body, she took a small step in July 2019 where she began her own fitness journey. In the last two years, Jess has left her ma...

Kara Olivia Eden (Instagram: @karaoliviabeauty) is a blogger with a prime focus on skin positivity! Kara has been an online friend of mine and is an incredibly inspiring woman who regularly blogs on her various social media platforms. On today's episode she shares her ups and downs when it comes to acne, self confidence and body issues in hopes that it can inspire and help others to feel seen and...

Tracey Collopy (Instagram: @traytraycolcol) is an online coach who specialises in female fat loss and body recomposition. Her goal is to make it as easy and enjoyable as possible for you to reach your goals, with a non-restrictive diet approach and to give you the tools for long term success. In this episode, we go deep into how she created her career and the challenges - especially if y...

On today's episode I have special guest Kate London (Instagram: katelondon01) on to talk about her personal experience as the other woman in a long-term affair. We dive deep into realising your worth through the experience to listening to your body to point you in the right direction. If you're seeking a powerful coach for affair recovery look no further. Kate has built a solid foundation in human...

On today's episode I have special guest Georgia Goodhew (@thepuss.ycoach) on to talk about everything from her personal journey to breath orgasms and reclaiming the lost parts of yourself to truly step into your power as a woman. Georgia has a fountain of knowledge and wisdom and I am so excited for you to listen today.  Georgia formerly known as The Pussy Coach, helps women turn their lives...

On today's episode I have special guest Fiona Lennon (Instagram @this_is_fi) who hails from Mullingar and commonly goes by Fí, her artist name and project she has been developing over the last few years. Coming from a musical town, she began writing music at 18 and has since accumulated hundreds of songs and many great experiences (working with Grammy nominated songwriters, being played...

On today's show I have special guest Sana Govender (Instagram: @sana_govender) on to discuss his personal journey and finding his inner peace. Sana is a Behavioural Psychologist and Performance Coach, who is obsessed with human potential and the capacity we have as human beings to achieve great things. As far back as he can remember he has had a deep interest in understanding how pe...

Are you someone who recites positive affirmations daily? Are they working for you? In this episode I dive into why your affirmations alone will not change your life and how there is actually a step by step method behind it all.  Please read all disclaimers, terms and conditions on https://katieodonoghue.com when consuming content from this platform, or other social media channels that are con...

On today's show I have the first of my guest speakers, and one of my best friends, Sarah Lumbroso on to discuss the power of gratitude and how transformative it can be in your life! Sarah is a huge lover of practicing gratitude and all the perks that come with it. She is a college student from Ireland who is invested in her personal growth and mindset journey.  If you are curious to see how g...

The master controller, the manipulator, the abuser - time to break free from the gaslighter and educate yourself on the qualities of a gaslighter and how to identify them in your life. They will seem 'normal' but there are many warning signs to look out for, do not ignore these red flags. Find yourself in a toxic relationship? Want to learn more? Find me on instagram @katie0donoghue Please read al...

Are you someone who blames other's for the way you are in life? Do you blame your moods on other people? Do you blame other's for your performance, or lack of, in a match, work, or exam perhaps? Do you avoid taking responsibility in your life because it's easier to do than to hold your hands up and say "this is actually my fault, these are the choices I have made and I need to live with them"?&nbs...

Welcome to season two! I am kicking off this season by diving deep into what it means to be your true self, your authentic self - the you without a mask, the you that feels free, feels confident, feels at peace, feels no shame, and feels unconditional love for who you really are - the good, the bad, the ugly - all of the parts of you that make you, you. Please read all disclaimers, terms and condi...

Joining me on today's episode is Jasmine Zahner (@jasmine.zahner.sexologist) aissm.com.au .  In this episode we discuss all things related to sexual health and well-being from orgasms to breaking the stigma around having the conversation more openly without judgement or fear.  If you like this episode, please share it with a friend or someone that you know. Thank you to everyone that has...