An Invitation To Share

What if speaking about your anxiety could be therapeutic? Today we're reducing the stigma surrounding anxiety,  discussing different ways to engage in conflict resolution, why "keeping the peace" might not always be the answer, and much more. As we venture further into this conversation, we discuss how coping mechanisms can change with the seasons and the ones that currently work fo...

Joy is not only about "big life moments", but also the seemingly mundane ones - like a new moon or a delicious Halloween Oreo. This episode is about the boundless emotion of joy and the value of treasuring small moments. I share my personal journey of embracing joy, happiness, and freedom, and the often overlooked struggle a lot of us face when trying to genuinely feel and express emotio...

Today we delve into the world of personal starter packs - a unique assembly of items that encapsulate your identity, quirks, and passions. I share the contents of my own starter pack and I also invite you to brainstorm your own, providing a creative avenue to articulate parts of your identity. Our exploration takes us deeper as we reflect on our identities and how advocacy shapes us. The significa...

Did you know that the desire to feel and the instinct to avoid feeling can coexist? We explore the common lies we tell ourselves about our emotions and how these distortions can lead us to disconnect from our authentic selves. In our discussion, we also highlight why it’s important to validate our own emotions, even if we’re not able to express them. This episode focuses on the importance of our e...

Anthony joins us as we share insights on gender roles, self-growth, and even the surprising benefits of separate blankets offer a new perspective on married life. Marriage is a journey that comes with its own share of lessons, growth, and sometimes, uncomfortable truths. As we share lessons learned from our three-year adventures of marriage, we reveal the importance of open discussions, and the ne...

This episode navigates through the struggles of overperformance and the significance of taking a break to reconnect with yourself and others. As we learn to set boundaries and prioritize self-healing, we discuss why it's okay to slow down, to rest, and to reduce  external noise that can in turn help us better experience our full range of emotions. Are you feeling overwhelmed by the noise of t...

Do you ever struggle with feeling like you're not good enough or experience imposter syndrome? Here is the link to the video on imposter syndrome that was mentioned in this episode, so check it out and let me know your thoughts! In this heartfelt episode, I open up about my journey towards self-acceptance and how focusing on our community, creative passions, loved ones, and finding joy can fr...

In this heartfelt and honest episode, I open up about my personal experiences with starting to reprocess sexual trauma and what that has looked like. Through various therapeutic modalities and conversations, I've discovered the importance of connecting with our community, our past selves, and our bodies as part of the healing process. No two journeys are the same, but I want you to feel safe,...

I’m answering questions you submitted on dating, love bombing, social media, mental health in the workplace, PTSD, and more! This is a new segment where I get to hear from my listeners and we talk about advice, tips, and stories related to ANYTHING. This week is juicy, informative, deep, emotional, and light hearted all at the same time, I hope you love it! Instagram: clare_goffxo TikTok: clare_go...

What if leaning into imposter syndrome can help you? We all have self-doubt and even if you don’t believe in yourself, you never know who you can reach if you put your work, thoughts, ideas, music, art, and emotions out there. I was so afraid to release my first podcast episode 1 year ago and I felt like it wasn’t “good enough”, but it ended up being my most downloaded episode where I had to most...

What drives shame? Is it self preservation, fear, negative core beliefs, or insecurities? In this episode we discuss what being vulnerable might look like and how this is connected to shame in society. Using inspiration from Brené Brown’s TED talk “ Listening to Shame ” and one of my new favorite quotes, we dive into opening up authentically and why vulnerability and shame are NOT a sign of weakne...

Energy levels, flexible vs. porous schedules, 60 second breaks, and reflecting on our habits are just a few highlights from this episode. Anthony joins us on the podcast this week to discuss gentle discipline and the value of prioritizing “finding modifications + options” instead of giving up on habits and routines. Together we’re learning how to be kind to ourselves and not push ourselves into bu...

How can we put down our computer, unplug, and take a deep breath to settle into the present moment? Let's talk about giving ourselves permission to dream of a relaxing vacation that you deserve and why it's important to take a break. If we are not creating time for our bodies to rest, our bodies might "make time to rest" in unexpected ways. Vacations don't have to be elabo...

While exploring a gentle approach in my extended recovery from my eating disorder, I share some of the things I have learned along the way. Changing the way I view exercise, integrating non-appearance related compliments, and creating feelings of safety within my body through yoga have been a few key factors in facilitating trust with myself through this journey. Your energy and heart are the beau...

Feeling the pressure to be 'on' all the time and to be perfect was all I used to know. We're talking about society's unreachable standards today and how pushing ourselves too far can leave us feeling lost and unsure of who we are at the core. Finding my way back to healing has included different therapeutic and pharmacological modalities. As we dive into my medication journey,...

To ring in my 25th birthday I’m coming out of hibernation to share what I’ve learned in the last year along with past birthday memories. As someone who has struggled with mental health & trying to stay alive, birthdays have felt lonely, while simultaneously a huge milestone. This year I felt like all the major lessons I have learned were put to the test and maybe I’m slowly finding my way. I s...

Looking to deepen conversations in your partnership? Using our favorite relationship app, ‘Paired’, Anthony and I answer some of the hottest relationship questions related to attachment style, friendship, and jealousy. The value of communication and not only listening, but learning to understand your partners needs can help elevate your connection. We always recommend referring to a professional (...

Is it possible to move on from 2022 without closure? In this episode we discuss following your intuition to flow into the new year, and for me that meant keeping the door to 2022 open! As we continue exploring the pros and cons of New Year’s resolution’s we talk about the negative effects of diet culture, how to start amplifying the voices of people of color, and some plans for this podcast &...

This is ‘boundaries for beginners’ where we break down different ways you can start creating your own boundaries in a relationship, with family, in the workplace, or even with yourself. Tune in to laugh, cringe, and relate as Anthony and I share stories from when people have crossed the line in our lives and when we have made mistakes. There is an impromptu sharing of what tabs we have open on our...

Anthony is back on the show this week! We go into how you can communicate holiday expectations and what we’ve done to create realistic plans leading into December and January. We also talk about our favorite gifts we’ve given and received, making our own holiday traditions, holiday budget talk, and looking back at past holidays together. Instagram: clare_goffxo TikTok: clare_goff Email: cg.clarego...

Why I got a new therapist, how I’m finding creativity again, and realigning the podcast this week. We go into grief around the holidays, the mind & body disconnect I'm struggling with,  the value of creatively expressing ourselves, and an in person event I’m planning for 2023! Instagram: clare_goffxo TikTok: clare_goff Email: cg.claregoff@gmail.com

Setting boundaries with yourself and others can help set you up for success whether you’re introverted or extroverted! Anthony and I share our experience with taking a ‘Are You An Introvert or Extrovert’ quiz and we answer some questions like how we spend our time, where we feel the most productive, and how we relax. We also talk about how this relates to the workplace, my personal relationship wi...

Using humor and laughter to cope with difficult emotions can be so helpful. All the cringe-worthy memories from when we were younger came out in this episode and we hope you can laugh, relate, and be awkward with us this week! Instagram: clare_goffxo TikTok: clare_goff Email: cg.claregoff@gmail.com

Together we can find comfort in change by experimenting with different rituals and patterns that might bring us emotional support. Once I starting visualizing my life as “different seasons” or “different chapters” I could lean into change more, which allowed me to break free from my inner critic and unrealistic expectations. This is not about changing other people or changing your entire life - th...

Explore podcasting as a hobby or a way creatively express yourself! In this episode, you can learn what equipment and resources can help you begin recording your own podcast. Although learning something new can be difficult, don’t let the fear of failure hold you back. We all make mistakes along the way when learning, and I am still growing too! We can be imperfect together – This is your invitati...