Sessions with Shawna

In this episode of  Sessions with Shawna , Shawna dives into the impact of outside influences and unsolicited advice. She explores how seeking opinions from others or gathering information from too many sources can sometimes complicate decision-making. Shawna also discusses how hearing too many voices can weaken our trust in our own instincts. Plus, she shares timeless wisdom from a 74-year-o...

In this episode of  Sessions with Shawna , Shawna delves into the concept of compatibility in relationships. She examines how someone may meet all your criteria but still not be truly compatible, while someone else might be a great match even if they don’t tick every box. Shawna addresses the fear of “settling” and how it can impact one’s approach to compromise in a relationship. She clarifie...

In this episode of  Sessions with Shawna , Shawna dives into her opinion on what it truly means to be confident and how to build lasting self-confidence. She breaks down the difference between confidence and arrogance and explores how insecurities can still exist, even when you’re confident. Shawna also shares tips for handling daylight savings and emphasizes the power of a positive mindset....

In this episode of  Sessions with Shawna , Shawna delves into a common issue in modern dating: the difficulty of socializing in public. She shares a recent experience that led her to develop some theories on why people struggle to connect face-to-face, contributing to dating challenges for singles. Shawna poses questions to listeners and offers her own hypothesis on why genuine compliments ha...

In this episode of  Sessions with Shawna , Shawna dives into the concept of societal timelines and how they shape our decisions. She unpacks the pressures we feel to meet certain milestones by a specific age - whether it’s career achievements, relationships, or personal goals - and questions whether these timelines align with what we truly want for ourselves. Shawna also shares personal insig...

In this episode of Sessions with Shawna , Shawna explores the universal experience of anxiousness. She breaks down how stress and nervousness often mimic anxiety and offers insights into managing these emotional reactions. Shawna also identifies common signs of heightened stress and anxiety, helping listeners better understand what these feelings may be signaling. Plus, she shares practical tips o...

In this episode of Sessions with Shawna, Shawna discusses the significance of social connection for overall well-being. She explores how social connections evolve through different life stages and offers guidance on navigating these changes, particularly in adulthood. Shawna addresses common excuses people use to shy away from social interactions, explaining their underlying reasons and providing...

In this episode of Sessions with Shawna , Shawna shares her theory on why people feel others are getting what they want. She shares ways to notice our own patterns of giving into discouragement and envy, as well as ways we can change the way we deal with others getting what we want. She explores where discouragement stems from and how discouragement can lead to feelings of envy and resentment towa...

In this episode of Sessions with Shawna , Shawna explores the patterns people often fall into that lead to cycles of complacency and, at times, suffering. She discusses practical steps to break these cycles and how small changes can set you on the path toward building the life you desire. Shawna dives into the concept of negative core beliefs and the impact of the energy we surround ourselves with...

On this episode of Sessions with Shawna, Shawna dives into the narratives surrounding dating apps and explores how psychological theories relate to different stages of dating. She offers her personal insights on why dating apps can sometimes feel like dating traps. Shawna also shares some of her favorite current shows and opens up about her own experiences with men and dating apps. See you in sess...

Shawna unpacks the concept of "losing yourself" in different stages of life, breaking down the warning signs and offering practical tips for reconnecting with your true self. She also shares one of her travel adventures, giving insight into how her in flight travel experiences have influenced her perspective on personal growth and life's journey. See you in session! Follow @sessionswithshawna on I...

Shawna gives some tips on ways to become your own best friend. She talks about the importance of creating a positive relationship with yourself, as well as the risk factors associated with valuing others more than YOU. She gives a brief review of some TV shows from the past and present and gives some updates on some new segments for the pod! See you in session! Follow @sessionswithshawna on Instag...

Shawna is declaring it break up season & discusses what to do if you find yourself facing a breakup. She talks about normal feelings people experience and gives some tips on ways to push through the post breakup blues. She finds the bright side of a breakup and shares some of her own situations. Shawna gives a movie review and shares a story about a man trying his best to buy her jacket! See y...

Shawna is explaining pop psychology and the influence it has on people's idea of human behavior. She unravels topics including labels, stigma, and ways misrepresentation of psychology terms can cause confusion in our daily life. She takes us on a few journeys with her: a few explaining her latest experiences getting into cars and a trip down memory lane sharing one of her favorite childhood movies...

Shawna is following up from the last episode because the dating pool just got deeper! Shawna dives into the universal experience of dating and what could lead to the burn out people are feeling. She shows some justice for the singles out there, who trying to float through the dating pool. Shawna spills about a dating event she attended and even has some questions for the listeners. See you in sess...

Shawna kicks off the summer by diving into the dating pool & she's taking you all with her! Shawna unpacks differences of dating in the past vs. dating in 2024 and shares common cognitive distortions and limiting beliefs people experience in the dating world. Shawna unpacks the burn out people can feel after experiencing common dating patterns and the need to bring the fun back into dating! Sh...

Episode 1 of Sessions with Shawna focuses on common fears of going out of your comfort zone & ways to battle the fear zone. Shawna unpacks common barriers that prevent people from leaving their comfort zone and shares ways to make steps to reach their goals. Shawna even spills some of her own experiences when she found herself stuck in her comfort zone! See you in session! Follow @sessionswith...

Schedule a session with Shawna, as she focuses on a different hot topic each week, leaving you with ideas on ways to make a change that works for you. In this podcast, there is a little something for everyone. Shawna breaks down the subtle roadblocks in life by unpacking some of the most common problems people face and adding some fun. This podcast will give you a light, fun feel, like you're hang...