Speaking Our Minds

Welcome to the sex therapy talk you didn't know you needed! In this week's episode, Brittney and our guest Dr. Camden tackle the complex effects of purity culture, a movement that peaked in the 1990s-2000s and used shame and fear to promote abstinence until marriage. We explore the long-lasting consequences of this messaging on peoples' sexuality, faith, and relationships- and share our own storie...

We're back! After a much-needed summer break, we’re returning to the mic with fresh perspectives, raw honesty, and real-life stories. Join us as we catch up on our summer—how we've changed, the lessons we’ve learned, and the discoveries we've made about ourselves. This episode is all about personal growth, shedding old patterns, and embracing a more authentic version of ourselves. Including: Summe...

In this week's episode, we're talking all about letting go of the socially constructed limits that keep women small and hold them back from authenticity and showing up with fully, including our own personal experiences and psychological insights such as: The societal, religious and cultural factors that keep women in double-binds The social construction of beauty standards Gender roles The objecti...

In this week's episode, we're talking all about deconstructing patriarchy and its effects on mental health, including our own personal experiences and psychological insights such as: Defining patriarchy and its historical social construction How patriarchy affects mental health on a personal level What healing and changing the internalized messages of patriarchy could look like in the therapy/ment...

In this week's Q&A episode, we’re answering your question all about: Anger as a healthy part of processing hurt The history of patriarchy and its effects on women and society today Individuation and differentiation: Being connected to others and in community while still maintaining your authentic sense of self Q&A Time stamps: [3:46] Anger as a healthy part of processing when feeling disap...

In this week's episode, Ranela and our guest Stephanie Stalvey are breaking down the constructs surrounding purity culture and healing from the messages that were rooted in shame and disconnection from our bodies, including: The background of purity culture, particularly circling in religious circles in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s Acknowledging sexuality as a divine and natural pa...

In this week's episode, we're talking all about the psychology of evolving faith and rebuilding healthy spirituality, including our own personal experiences and psychological insights such as: Defining religious trauma and wounding How religious trauma this plays a role in people rethinking some of their beliefs How hierarchy systems of authority that lack accountability contribute to harm Practic...

In this week's episode, we're talking all about the psychology of evolving faith and rebuilding healthy spirituality, including our own personal experiences and psychological insights such as: Situations that often lead people into a shifting faith Feeling fear or shame because of your questions or doubts Dealing with friends/family who are becoming upset because of your changing faith Rebuilding...

In this week's episode, we're talking all about the psychology of evolving faith and rebuilding healthy spirituality, including our own personal experiences and psychological insights such as: The mental health benefits of healthy spirituality Stages of cognitive development and how thinking often expands with age Tactics and red flags of spiritually abusive environments What's normal to feel when...

In this week's episode, we're talking all about attachment styles within a relationship, including our own personal experiences and: What attachment styles are and where they come from: secure, anxious, and dismissive-avoidant How to move from an insecurity towards a secure attachment The importance of self-awareness and reflection in understanding our attachment style. How the health of our relat...

In this week's episode, we're talking all about signs of a healthy dating relationship, including our own personal experiences and: Dating red flags & green flags The importance of interdependence and autonomy in a relationship Qualities that are important for a long-term relationship Secure relationships vs anxious relationships and more! Subscribe to the Speaking Our Minds Newsletter to get...

Join us for a special Galentine's Day episode this week where our besties Savannah and Amanda join us in the studio to talk about all things friendship! Including: The various levels and types of friendships and managing expectations (acquaintances vs casual friends vs intimate friends) How finding, maintaining, and navigating friendships change as we get older, from our teens to 20s to 30’s+ Navi...

In our celebratory episode 100, join Brittney for a solo chat all about building a secure sense of self as we shift to the topic of relationships this month. Including: Being differentiated- having a healthy relationship with others while maintaining a sense of self Developing self-trust and the messages we received against them Becoming your own safe place What self-acceptance does and doesn’t me...

In this week's Q&A episode, we’re answering your question all about: Practicing radical acceptance and how that looks on the daily How to reconnect with yourself when you’ve spent most of your life avoiding and pushing away feelings Compassion fatigue and tips to focus and act when the world feels heavy Why it's important to have an intentional time of singleness and how to end a relationship...

In this week's episode, join us for a transformative conversation all about the power of slowing down in a fast-paced and productivity culture with our guest Carl Honore. Including: An introduction to the Slow movement and Slow philosophy for meaningful living. The historical build to a culture of speed to today. How not “slowing down” is affecting us as a society and our mental health. How living...

This week's solo episode with Ranela is all about how to eliminate self-hate and start accepting yourself. Including: Ranela's backstory of identity crisis, self-hate, and rebuilding an authentic life How stories turn into identities  The detriment of comparing ourselves to other people Giving ourselves the permission to GRIEVE the loss of identities, people, and beliefs that we thought would...

In this week's episode, join us for a real and honest conversation on how to realign with your true self to live an authentic life and show up fully in the world with Jenn Wolfe. Including: How to recognize when you're living from your false self vs your true self (constructed self) Practical steps you can take to discover your true self How does society and culture influence the formation of our...

In this week's episode, we're talking all about how to recognize and let go of people-pleasing in the new year! Including: Recognizing the signs of being a people pleaser The accumulative impacts of people pleasing on our mind and body The sociology of people pleasing and where it might be coming from Tips for letting go of people-pleasing The difference between being mean and being assertive and...

Merry Christmas friends! Join us for this Christmas Day episode as we talk about navigating difficult family dynamics on this day and ways to make the day meaningful if you're away from family. Including: Some of our favorite Christmas memories and nostalgia Enjoyable activities you can consider to make the day special if you're away from family The benefits of having a "chosen family" Things we w...

In this week's episode, join us for a real and honest conversation on navigating breakups and divorce during the holidays. Including: Our personal experiences with breakups/divorce What’s normal to feel after a breakup Tips for recovering from a breakup Reminders or encouragement for anyone going through a breakup this season and more! Subscribe to the Speaking Our Minds Newsletter to get updates...

While the holiday season is often associated with joy and celebration, you’re not alone if you haven’t been feeling so merry or have been experiencing challenges and stressors during this time. In this week's episode, we're talking all about the realities of managing stress, navigating difficult family dynamics, and financial struggles during the holiday season. Including, Setting realistic expect...

In this week's episode, join us for a fun conversation all about the realities of being single for the holidays, and the sociocultural shift of women’s role in society that has impacted modern-day dating with Kristina Hart. Including: What exactly is "cuffing season"? What if singleness isn’t just a season, what if it’s been for years? Our thoughts and experiences with dating apps The socio-cultur...

In this week's episode, we're talking all about the signs of Seasonal Depression, managing its impact on daily life and some solutions to start getting unstuck! Including: What is seasonal depression (Seasonal Affective Disorder)? The signs and symptoms of seasonal depression. How it may be impacting your everyday life. Understanding the 3 P's of resilience. Tips for coping with seasonal depressio...

Welcome back to the Speaking Our Minds Podcast with Brittney and Ranela! In this episode with Elise Museles, we're talking all about Unlocking the power of your food story, identifying and releasing disempowering limiting beliefs, and finding freedom in food and your body. Including: What is a food story? How to someone begin to identify your food story. Some examples of limiting beliefs we common...

Welcome back to the Speaking Our Minds Podcast with Brittney and Ranela! In this episode with Brianna Fattal, we're talking all about how grief and loss shape us as individuals, false ideas and expectations about the grieving process and how to keep the memory of our loved ones alive. Including: Some signs of grief and unresolved grief. Common misconceptions or myths about grief. How grief and los...