Happy Without Medicine

This one is going to feel personal, but it comes with a lot of love. In this episode of the podcast I am addressing first born daughters and other women who carry the same energy as leaders, fixers and the strong ones that everyone else leans on. Three hard truths... You need to heal. Your emotions are your responsibility. And finally... no one is coming to rescue you. Enjoy the episode. Dr. Yewan...

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, "I just don't feel like myself anymore" ? In this episode of Happy Without Medicine, I'm sharing some of the small practices I'm intentionally bringing back into my life this summer to help me feel more like myself again. From setting monthly goals and taking solo dates to journaling, reconnecting with friends, taking walks, and caring for my health, these a...

We're halfway through the year and a lot of us are tempted to call it failure. Inconsistency. Lost momentum. If you've looked at the first half of this year and felt the gap between where you are and where you thought you'd be, this episode is for you. In this episode of Happy Without Medicine, a few questions worth sitting with first before you jump into planning the rest of the year. Enjoy the e...

In this episode, we're talking about why so many women gradually lose touch with themselves while caring for everyone else. I also talk about how to reconnect with who you are and how to grow into who you would like to be. This episode is a reminder of why you were never meant to hide your light. Join the Doing Well Digest for weekly insights, practical tools, and deeper conversations delivered st...

Today’s episode is a replay of episode 2, one of the show’s top‑downloaded episodes. I’m bringing it back because the topic is especially relevant right now. An interesting theme that comes up with the women I help (women who are givers and achievers) is that they miss "the old me" or they want "the old me" back. And my job is to coach them from where they are, to finding that version of themselve...

You have probably heard that the grass isn't always greener on the other side. But what happens when you arrive there and suddenly feel like you forgot how to be good at what you do? This week on Happy Without Medicine, we discuss why starting over in a new city, role, team, organization etc, can feel so much harder than expected... and what to do about it. You haven't lost your edge. You're in a...

Millions of people have lost their jobs in the last several months. And for many, it is not just the paycheck that is gone, it is their sense of self. In this week's episode of Happy Without Medicine, we are talking about the identity crisis and self-worth spiral that comes with job loss, why your worth was never in your title in the first place, and practical steps you can take to start rebuildin...

There is a version of me that almost didn't start my practice. No business plan. No blueprint. No five year vision. Just breadcrumb clues and the courage to follow it. In this week's episode of Happy Without Medicine, I'm sharing five lessons from three and a half years of building and running my mental health practice, and why this Mental Health Awareness Month feels especially meaningful as I st...

You've said yes when you meant no. And now you are sitting in a stew of resentment and wondering how you got here. Well, today we're talking about guilt... specifically the guilt that comes with saying no and setting boundaries. Because guilt and resentment are two sides of the same coin, and you get to choose which one you sit with. Will you choose the temporary discomfort of guilt, or permanent...

Reinvention is rarely as glamorous and polished as people make it seem! Mostly, reinvention looks like hesitating, starting and stopping, questioning yourself, outgrowing old identities, and gradually becoming someone new before anyone else can see it. In this episode of Happy Without Medicine, I discuss 5 things nobody tells you about reinvention. These are lessons I learned through my own journe...

We've all fallen off something that mattered to us, and couldn't figure out how to get back. In this week's episode of Happy Without Medicine, I'm walking you through the cycle that keeps so many of us stuck, and the three things that will help you break it... no matter what system or routine has fallen apart for you. Whether it's your exercise, your devotional time, or date nights with your spous...

It's time for some spring cleaning, and I'm not talking about your house! In this week's episode of Happy Without Medicine, I'm walking you through three areas of your life where a reset can give you mental clarity and help you actually follow through on your goals as we step into the next quarter of the year. We're talking health, closet, appearance, finances... all the things that pile up and sl...

Overthinking is one of the biggest reasons people stay stuck and momentum. And in this this devotional-style episode, I share my learnings from Isaiah 30:21 using the SOAP (Scripture-Observation-Application-Prayer) framework and talk about how the lessons can help you go from stuck and overthinking to taking action one step at a time. Enjoy the episode! Dr. Yewande P.S. Our next co-working session...

Let’s talk about feeling “behind in life”… a very common sentiment I hear regularly from women in their late 30s and 40s. In this episode of Happy Without Medicine, we talk about why so many high-achieving women feel like they’re behind. We discuss the contributing factors and practical ways to get ahead. Enjoy the episode! Dr. Yewande To stay in touch and learn more about future coworking session...

You get inspired. You see the vision. You feel the spark. You can almost feel the impact and taste the transformation! And then… somewhere along the way, the momentum fizzles out! In this episode Happy Without Medicine, we are continuing with the Momentum Series, where I discuss why high-achieving, visionary women often lose steam after a powerful burst of inspiration. If you’re tired of living fr...

You are not lazy. You are not incapable (in fact you are very intelligent, if I must say!) And you are definitely not unserious. So why do you keep starting things… and not finishing them? In this episode of Happy Without Medicine, I kick off The Momentum Series , where I unpack the reasons high-performing women get stuck. From fear of failure (and fear of success), to relying on motivation instea...

Valentine’s Day isn’t always chocolates and roses. You love your spouse… but if you’re honest, things feel tense and off track. In this episode of Happy Without Medicine, I’m speaking to the ambitious woman whose marriage feels heavy right now but whose life, goals, and calling still need her. We’ll talk about: Why conflict isn’t the problem (avoidance is) How to use “I” statements instead of blam...

You’re working, parenting, caregiving, putting a brave face on, managing life.... You’re showing up. You’re high-functioning. But deep down inside, you know something feels off. You’re not in a crisis. You’re not falling apart. But you’re also not okay. In this week’s episode of Happy Without Medicine, I discuss important signs you shouldn't ignore and how stress and nervous system activation show...

"I should be further along by now" is a common thought that can weigh us down with unnecessary regret. In this week’s episode of Happy Without Medicine, I’m reframing the idea of "wasted time." We often judge our past selves for seasons that weren't wasted at all because they were spent surviving or seeking clarity. In this episode, we explore: Survival Mode: Why "autopilot" is a necessary tool to...

If you’re juggling a lot and constantly feel behind, this episode is for you. In this episode of Happy Without Medicine, I’m sharing my top 5 tried-and-true time management strategies... the ones that work in real life, not just in theory... no 4:30am wake-ups required. Ready to put this into practice? Join our free live coworking sessions: https:// kamycompany.kit.com/coworking Enjoy the episode!...

In this episode of Happy Without Medicine, I walk you through five non-negotiables that help you move out of survival mode and into a more grounded way of living in 2026. Enjoy the episode! Join the Newsletter here: Doing Well Digest Interested in joining The Momentum Room? Then apply for the next cohort here: The Momentum Room Application.

If you’re navigating ambition, transition, or a new season, this one is for you. I recorded this episode just hours before boarding a flight to Nigeria for my mom’s 70th birthday, and it became a love letter to the life lessons that shaped me. In this episode of Happy Without Medicine, I reflect on seven principles my mother lived by: rest, generosity, boundaries, family, quiet success, reinventio...

If you’ve been feeling stretched, lonely, or unsure of your next step, I guarantee you that you’re not the only one. These are the exact themes I’ve been seeing in my practice all year. In this week's episode of Happy Without Medicine, we walk through the patterns so many high-performing women are navigating such as hidden loneliness, self-sabotage, communication challenges, complex parent dynamic...

If you’ve been holding onto a dream for months (or years) without taking action, then this episode explains why... In this week's episode of Happy Without Medicine, I explain why calling your desires a "dream" might be the exact reason why you've been staying stuck! Today’s episode breaks down how to shift from dreaming to doing, and why that simple change can unlock the momentum you’ve been cravi...

If you’ve been feeling stuck or unfulfilled in your work, this episode is for you. In this week’s episode of Happy Without Medicine, I discuss the "5 Ps of Meaningful Work" and how they create a roadmap toward a more satisfying career. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what you are good at, what you care about, and where you’re most likely to thrive. If you’ve been wondering why succ...