AuthenticallyYOU The Podcast

Do you find yourself always trying to manage and control parts of yourself through fear of them coming out and then being judged and rejected? Do you have a belief that you are bad and unlovable and then spend every waking hour trying to prove your 'goodness' and lovability? Well that was me for 30 years and it led me down a dark path of isolation, loneliness and unfulfillment! What I discovered o...

throughout my 20's I wasted so much time 'living for the weekend' and in this episode I reflect on what was really going on for me and what I really wanted in my life. I share how I feel on a day to day basis as well as how I am experiencing life now compared to in my 20's. As always if you'd like to connect in any way then drop me a message at either danreader2@gmail.com or authentically_dan (ins...

In this episode I talk about the pain I experience every day and what it is exactly i'm struggling with as well as my thoughts and feelings behind it. I also discuss it's origin story and why this is absolutely vital to us as human beings! As always i'd love to connect so if you have any thoughts, have struggled with similar or just want to chat about something then please just drop me a message a...

In this episode I wanted to talk about the stigma around male sexuality, as I believe it's the very thing that men struggle with the most, certainly true for myself! On one hand our sexuality is vital to further the species and on the other hand our sexuality is 'dirty' 'perverted' 'seedy' 'sleazy' oh and not to mention dangerous! Think that may affect the way men view their sexuality... Fucking r...

In this episode i'm joined by my fiancée Charis. We discuss our own individual journeys and what we have struggled with along the way, what we have learnt in our relationship together so far and what we continue to work on. We also go into detail about the importance of taking responsibility for your insecurities instead of expecting your partner to solely be responsible for them. The impact that...

YOUR refusal to take ownership of YOUR insecurities is causing you to constantly try and control your partner. Not only that but it is absolutely draining always looking for 'proof' that they are up to something, because of the 'fact' that you are clearly not good enough. I know because i've been there!'She could be with someone far better than me, what do I have to offer?!' Was what I used to bel...

If you ever feel like you're not good enough then you NEED to listen to this episode! I go into detail about where this belief comes from and what you need to do as an adult any time you feel this way. This will change your life!!As always, if you'd like to dive in deep or would like to just discuss anything at all regarding your journey then please drop me a message on either Instagram or Faceboo...

Most of us spend our lives trying to get that metaphorical pat on the back to let us know that we're enough. We waste so much of our lives trying to fit into a mould of who we think we should be and who we think is more acceptable and lovable. Unfortunately this causes us years of suffering because we end up creating a life that isn't really what we want. We settle for much less than we want and d...

In this episode I am joined by Luzia Eisenhut who I connected with in our compassionate inquiry year long psychotherapy training which was created by Dr Gabor Maté. We discuss how and why compassion is vital when it comes to healing and liberation from our trauma responses. If you're just beginning your healing journey, or find yourself struggling with anything at all then this episode will really...

In this episode i'm joined by Hayley Perkins who is a food addiction recovery therapist. We discuss our own therapeutic journeys and how therapy has positively impacted our own lives personally and also how we are now able to create the kind of safety that our clients need in order for them to be able to open up and truly be seen and heard. This is an amazing conversation that delves into childhoo...

From childhood I was being taught indirectly and directly that who I am at my core is unlovable. As a result of this I spent my whole life trying to gain everyone else's love and acceptance by just trying to fit in. This caused me so much pain because I always had this feeling of loneliness inside of me, like I was different, yet terrified of owning my differences. When I started therapy back in 2...

In this episode me and Charis's discuss our experience of learning to accept and let go of relationships since moving away in 2020.

In this episode I talk about a few of the ways in which we avoid potential rejection from our partners and prevent ourselves from being loved and supported exactly how we need to in the moment. Tomorrow (1st Nov) the doors open to AuthenticallyYOU and I can't wait to welcome you in to the most transformative 3 months of your life!

In this episode I discuss what came up for me lastnight while I was smoking a joint. I also discuss one of the huge benefits of 'doing the work' and the difference between 'I am lonely' and 'I am experiencing loneliness.' As always if this brings anything up for you that you'd like to explore then please just reach out to me on Instagram as my inbox is always open. Much love, Dan.

In this episode I discuss how we (myself included) create identities to try and gain others peoples love and approval. I talk about why this is detrimental in the long run and what we need to be doing to really feel loved for who we really are. As always if anything comes up you'd like to discuss in more detail then please just reach out via Instagram where my inbox is always open. Much love, Dan.

In this episode I talk about how I recently chose to handle some judgements from people that I used to get on with. I also discuss why it's so important that we give ourselves compassion when we feel triggered and learn how to start getting curious about our triggers, instead of just reacting as soon as we feel that discomfort. I also speak about how toxic our society and this culture is and how i...

Today I had no clue what I wanted to talk about so I just hit record on my voice memo app on my phone while laying on the sofa cuddling my cat. This it's really what i'm all about, if you want to do something just do it! Often times we come up with so many obstacles that actually WE have just put in our own way and unfortunately this keeps us from just being seen and heard for who we really are. S...

In this episode I discuss exactly why you have a fear of rejection and the only way to get over that fear. See so many of us play small in our lives because of this fear of being rejected and unfortunately we limit ourselves from the true beauty of life. If you never actually commit to working through this fear then you'll never experience the love or the life you truly desire because you will alw...

In this episode I discuss my own struggles with addictive behaviours and dysfunctional coping strategies as well as go into depth about how toxic our society is. If someone you love is struggling with addiction and you have NO clue what to do, then this podcast will be absolutely lifechanging for you, by offering you the tools to support your loved one. As always if this podcast brings up some pai...

In this episode I am breaking one of my fundamental rules... Using a label to define someone. We are so much more than a label and human beings can NOT and should NOT be boxed in to a narrow definition. I help you take back your power and recognise how to see your pain in a way that is deeply empowering and will literally transform your life! If you have any questions or would like to connect pers...

Obviously the title is a bit tongue in cheek but of course does have a serious undertone. For years of my life I have tried to fit in. I spent so long trying to be liked and accepted and loved for who I wasn't instead of who I was! Over these last few years and a shit load of therapy and coaching I have reached a point where the most important thing to me is the freedom to express myself. Once I s...

In this episode I’m joined by my fiancée Charis and we discuss our own personal struggles with identity. We talk about how the messages we received in our childhood either directly or indirectly from our parents shapes who we become as adults and how to begin stepping into who you really are. If you have ever struggled with the thought ‘who am I?’ Then this podcast episode is for you. Much love, D...

In this first episode I discuss what led me here to this very moment and what inspired me to start my podcast. The big take home i'd like to leave you with is NOTHING is ever out of your reach if you are willing to step outside of your comfort zone and fully back yourself. Much love, Dan.