Delusion Rehab

Whenever we hear that someone is sensitive, where does our mind go? Emotions? Physical sensations? Social life? Lauren taps into some of the complexities that she has struggled with in identifying as a highly-sensitive person (HSP) and how the narrative can be flipped as soon as we decide that strengths exist under the seemingly-fragile surface. Lauren's Songs: "Love Me Now" by Kygo,...

Why do we choose to hide our true colors, especially if they appear 'ugly' to the outside world? Lauren sets the stage for Season 2 in outlining what it means to be a 'highly sensitive person' to see if you or someone you love fits the description, and to how best support those living with an extreme-perception to the world around them. Songs for the Week: 'See a Victory' b...

Cringe is the worst. Especially when you look at yourself that way and can't possibly see yourself pursuing your dreams at the risk of embarassment. Listen as Lauren brings up the delusion of avoiding cringe at all costs, and how we can seek out opportunities to build as a beginner, and work our way through the discomfort. Lauren's Songs: Amazing Grace - HGHTS Remix by Hyper Fenton, Mofio...

Why do we always end up looking for the experiences that flood dopamine to our systems, instead of working toward a stable mood daily? Learn from Lauren what it means to 'dopamine-dump' and how we can practically work our way out of the grip of the 'highs' of life to live in the joy of the present moments. Lauren's Songs: 'Substitution' (feat. Julian Perretta) by Purple Disco Machine, Kungs 'Happi...

Hw hard are we seeking the rewards of life without giving ourselves the simple acts of self-love regardless? Check in to this pod for 10 practical ways to treat yourself with kindness, respect and love that do not require an accomplishment to be deserving of the indulgence of living life to the fullest. Lauren's Songs: 'No Other Love' by Jasmine Murray 'Unwritten' by Natasha Bedingfield ⁠GrowthDay...

Is the podcast title the delusion, or an unexpected reality? Tune in as Lauren walks through the ways in which a Disney vacation highlights the elements of life that we all want, all the time, even if not in Orlando. Lauren's Song: "I Always Wanted a Brother" by Aaron Pierre, Braelyn Rankins, Disney, Kelvin Harrison Jr, Theor Somolu ⁠GrowthDay App - FREE TRIAL Get to Know Lauren: IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@laurent...

It's easy to think that no one understands our intentions or what we're going through, but is that really true? Join us in walking through the reasons behind why you actually want to be understood, and making sure the support you're seeing is even the right place to do so. Lauren's Songs: 'This Is What It Feels Like' by Armin van Buuren, Trevor Guthrie 'Light Up My Worl...

Lauren Wenner & Tinder shouldn't be spoken in the same sentence, and yet there she was: November 2018 trying to find her rock bottom, and clearly found it. Listen to her tackle the delusion of rejecting change for the purpose of not appearing as an imposter or a fake... “Dive” by Steven Curtis Chapman https://open.spotify.com/track/0GfsZEgIgJfcQ3uLWHZ2o3?si=iPyl5D-1RMGGKmaO7nsR0w “Memory Lane” by...

Perfectionism and people-pleasing...they often show their ugly sides at the exact same time. Listen to Lauren walk down memory lane in how perfectionism has shown its face, and how people-pleasing came right along with it! But of course...learn the tactics to get out of these self-destructive patterns so you can start to gain immediate freedom from your own mind. "Honor the Struggle" - B...

Fresh off the return from the GrowthDay Conference from Austin, TX, listen as Lauren processes her greatest takeaways on imposter syndrome and how we can all apply the thought process to our everyday troubles. Show References: "Mastermind" by Taylor Swift GrowthDay App - FREE TRIAL Lauren's Songs: "Flowers" by Samantha Ebert "This is Me" by Keala Seattle, The Greatest Showman Ensemble Get to Know...

The most common self-diagnosed syndrome in the world of success: imposter syndrome! In this first of two-part podcast episode, hear how Lauren has struggled with this insecurity herself, how she's currently being tested, and get thinking about where you feel or felt this way in your life...she's coming back next week to talk about all her learnings from GrowthDay Live in Austin! Lauren&#39...

Why does the perception of others around us dictate the way we value ourselves? In this pod, listen to Lauren's perspective on public school days, and how it led to a post-college life of rebellion to learn that the delusion of living to please people desperately, is not going to earn the value that you inherently deserve. Lauren's Songs: 'Favorite Sound' by Audien, Echosmith '...

Living out our passions can turn into striving after credentials to build our resume. But who are we seeking to impress when we go after these credentials? Take this episode to reflect on where you stand in your self-worth when looking at your accomplishments. Are you placing your value as a person on a certfication to prove it? Lauren's Songs: 'Beautiful' by Kygo, Sandro Cavazza '...

Get the behind-the-scenes on what this podcast is about, what inspired it, and how we can learn to discover our delusions with a growth mindset...not with regret. Key Takeaways: The Dichotomy of Social Expectation " I don't think I've ever come to terms with the fact that I have never truly loved myself wholeheartedly for who I am." Postpartum Anxiety & Depression Brings Out the Ghosts Let The Set...