How to Deal When the Shit Gets Real Podcast

In this episode of  How to Deal When the Shit Gets Real , I sit down with Danielle Kepics to talk about childhood loss, family estrangement, and why so many women feel dismissed when seeking medical care. Danielle shares what it was like losing her mother at a young age and being left to navigate life with a narcissistic father. We discuss the difficult decision to create distance from family, why...

In this episode of  How to Deal When the Shit Gets Real , I sit down with Jenn Morrison to talk about surviving childhood loss, redefining family, and rebuilding your life after abuse. Jenn shares what it was like losing her mom at a young age, feeling alone from the age of 17, and growing up without ever truly feeling like she had a mother figure. Over time, she had to redefine what “mom” meant t...

In this episode of  How to Deal When the Shit Gets Real , I sit down with Chris Wasko to talk about healing from deep-rooted trauma and stepping into a completely unexpected spiritual path. Chris shares what it was like growing up with two narcissistic parents and how that environment shaped her early life. As she began doing the work to heal, something unexpected happened — she started hearing he...

In this episode of  How to Deal When the Shit Gets Real, I sit down with Dr. Neosho Ponder to talk about resilience in the face of unimaginable circumstances. Dr. Ponder shares her journey of battling breast cancer while experiencing homelessness — not just during treatment, but even now — and how she found strength, faith, and purpose through it all. We talk about what it means to keep going when...

In this episode of  How to Deal When the Sh t Gets Real*, I sit down with Lisa Zawrotny to talk about what it means to be both a caregiver and a sandwich caregiver — supporting loved ones while also trying to maintain your own life. Lisa shares her experience caring for her mother after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis and the emotional weight that comes with anticipatory grief — the kind of grief that be...

In this episode of  How to Deal When the Shit Gets Real, Lindsey Love returns for a deeper conversation about Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), sharing more about what it’s like to live with and navigate multiple identities. In this follow-up discussion, Lindsey opens up about how DID presents in her daily life, the ways she manages and communicates within her system, and how she has learned t...

In this episode of  How to Deal When the Shit Gets Real, Lindsey Love shares her powerful story of surviving abuse, rebuilding her life, and learning to live with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). Lindsey opens up about getting married young and finding herself in an abusive relationship that forced her to make the difficult decision to leave and start over. With the help of a friend — and lat...

In this episode of  How to Deal When the Sh t Gets Real*, I sit down with author Ryan Rush — known on social media as Gentleman Outlaw — to talk about the Constitution, political dialogue, and what it means to approach disagreement with curiosity instead of contempt. We explore how to have conversations across ideological lines, why understanding opposing viewpoints matters, and how reading deeply...

In this episode of  How to Deal When the Sh t Gets Real*, Maevine shares what it’s like living with chronic illness while caring for a parent diagnosed with both dementia and ALS. Together, we explore the emotional and physical toll of long-term illness, caregiver burnout, and the quiet weight of anticipatory grief. Maevine opens up about exhaustion that goes beyond sleep, the identity shifts that...

In this episode, I sit down with relationship coach Lindi Edge to talk about communication in relationships — and why expecting your partner to read your mind creates disconnect. We explore how to build emotional safety, communicate needs clearly, and strengthen relationships through honesty. Lindi also shares her personal experience navigating the loss of her mother and what she would say to some...

In Part II of my conversation with Matt Williams, we dive into the courage it takes to have hard conversations — especially in a divided world. Matt shares what it’s really like to run for public office, how controversial topics test relationships, and why respectful dialogue still matters. We talk about navigating political disagreement, listening when it’s uncomfortable, and rebuilding connectio...

From surviving a chaotic childhood to working on a shrimp boat surrounded by addiction — while being allergic to shrimp — Matt Williams has lived through adversity that could have broken him. In Part I of our conversation, Matt shares what it’s like growing up in instability, navigating trauma, and rebuilding your life after hardship. We talk about resilience, military service, and how finding you...

After losing his son to devastating medical complications, Dr. Greg Linkowski found himself wrestling with grief, faith, and what unconditional love truly means. In this powerful conversation, we explore coping with the loss of a child, navigating spiritual doubt after tragedy, and how grief reshapes identity. Greg shares how journaling became part of his healing process and how his work with Joni...

After losing his youngest son, Zach, Pops turned unimaginable grief into purpose by founding  Zach’s Rays of Hope , a nonprofit serving people experiencing homelessness. In this deeply personal episode, we talk about coping with the death of a child, navigating parental grief, and how tragedy can transform into meaningful action. Pops shares how honoring his son’s memory through community outreach...

Today I am joined by the incredible Nichole Lee who opens up about the grief she carried after her mother’s death — and how that loss became the catalyst for her own rebirth. She shares how she discovered the power of  compound healing , why we don’t have to hold onto pain for the rest of our lives, and the ways we can alter our state by shifting the choices we make every day. This conversation is...

In this episode, I sit down with Pamela, who shares her incredible journey of transformation — from working as a nurse to finding her true calling as a hypnotherapist. Pamela opens up about leaving not one, but two difficult marriages, and how those experiences shaped her path toward healing and empowerment. Along the way, she offers practical advice and encouragement for anyone facing their own c...

What if the memories you hold onto so tightly… aren’t as accurate as you think? In this powerful conversation, we dive into the fascinating ways memory gets reshaped every time it’s recalled — and how that impacts trauma, healing, and the stories we tell ourselves. Our guest shares her expertise in  hypnosis, trauma recovery, and breaking free from victim mentality , helping us understand how the...

Why are so many veterans struggling to find purpose after service — and what can we do about it? In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Don Gleason joins us to talk about the often-overlooked realities of transitioning out of the military. From skyrocketing suicide rates to the challenges of landing the right civilian job, Don shares personal insight, hard truths, and practical advice for veter...

This week, I sit down with Yuki, founder of the  Satori Mindset , to explore what it really means to live with intention, connect with your soul’s purpose, and rise out of the fog of feeling lost. Whether you're in the middle of a life pivot or just searching for deeper meaning, this conversation is exactly what your spirit needs. Connect with Yuki! www.feeling-awesome.com www.satori-mindset.c...

What  is  narcissism, really? In this episode, we’re joined by coach and expert Elizabeth Aguilera as she breaks down the different types of narcissists, the red flags to look out for, and how to protect yourself from their manipulative behaviors. Whether you’ve dealt with one or are just now learning what to watch for, this conversation will leave you empowered and equipped. 🎙  Want to work with...

Claudine Francois joins me to share her powerful journey from debilitating migraines to healing through functional medicine. After years of traditional treatments that only masked her symptoms, she discovered how to truly listen to her body and get to the root of her pain. In this episode, Claudine breaks down how functional medicine changed her life, why your symptoms are signals—not inconvenienc...

Today I am joined by Maggie. She shares the importance of the flow method, Chakra healing, and shifting that timeline to get to where you want to be! Maggie has some wonderful tips and insight you do not want to miss! To connect with Maggie you can do so at the following link Website

Today is about Heather Nicole Turner. Her case has gone unsolved for 8 years to the day. This is the year we want answers. I give a small breakdown of the case, how I got involved, and why we need to keep saying Heather's name. Links: Justice for Heather Turner FB page Justice for Heather Turner TikTok My TikTok Documentary about Heather Turner - It Couldn't Happen Here

Today, I am joined by Tina, who at 10 years old had her dreams ripped away from her when her family joined a cult-like church. Later on, she ended up in not one, but three narcissistic relationships. She takes us on her journey from no boundaries to healthy boundaries! Tina has excellent advice you do not want to miss.

Today, I am joined by Jason, who provides a deep look into how men grieve. After losing his son, he struggled to find support and ended up taking things into his own hands. He not only created a group more geared towards men, he also made a grief coloring book! What started as letters to his son has now become a resource for so many(not just men)! If you want to connect with Jason or purchase the...