I Care About You

Today, we're exploring a topic that affects us all: forgiveness. It's not just a moral virtue or a spiritual practice; it's a profound act of self-care with tangible benefits for our mental and physical well-being. We will discuss how forgiveness affects your mind, brain, and body, and explore why it can be so challenging to forgive. We also discuss steps you can take to initiate your forgiveness...

Today, on I Care About You, we’re going to talk about something that almost everyone struggles with, whether we realize it or not: giving yourself permission to slow down. We are going to talk about why we feel the need to be working, moving, and doing all the time, what is does to us over the long haul, and how we can give ourselves permission to slow down.  If you’ve ever felt like you’re living...

This week, we welcome Author Andy Campbell to the podcast! What a great discussion about overcoming and thriving even when the odds are stacked against you. Andy Campbell is a resilient survivor and inspirational author who has overcome numerous life-altering challenges—a victim of childhood sexual abuse and bullying, the loss of his mother at an early age, and the eventual estrangement from his f...

Today, on I Care About You, we're exploring a topic that many of us have grappled with: the feeling of being the "different one" in every room. If you've ever felt like an outsider, even among friends or family, this episode is for you. We'll explore this experience through the lens of Carl Jung's analytical psychology, focusing on the concept of archetypes and, in particular, the "Outsider" arche...

Are you an outsider? You do see yourself as an outsider? In this episode of the I Care About You Podcast, we dive deep into the persona of an outsider. Why we may resonate with the persona, how it helps and hurts us, and what we can do to find balance and connection. I talk about how I built it up in my mind as something "cool" about me, but then I realized the self-definition of an outsider was h...

Today we're exploring a transformative journey: becoming "high vibe" by embracing your true self and releasing the weight of others' expectations. If you've ever felt pressure to conform to standards that don't resonate with your heart, this episode is for you. We'll delve into what it means to be "high vibe," how to let go of external pressures, and how to cultivate a life filled with joy, love,...

Welcome back to I Care About You, the podcast where we explore the raw, the real, and the resilient parts of being human. Today, we're exploring a topic that affects us all: forgiveness. It's not just a moral virtue or a spiritual practice; it's a profound act of self-care with tangible benefits for our mental and physical well-being. About Juliana J Links to order my book, Reasons to Live: https:...

Welcome back to I Care About You, the podcast where we talk about the real, raw, and sometimes messy parts of being human. Today, we’re diving into something we all struggle with: procrastination. We all do it—whether it’s avoiding emails, pushing off creative projects, or waiting until the last minute to do something important. But why do we procrastinate? And more importantly, how can we break f...

Welcome back to I Care About You, the podcast where we explore the tender, messy, beautiful work of healing, resilience, and living with intention. I’m your host, Juliana Bruno, and today we’re digging into something that affects all of us, whether we talk about it or not: happiness.  But not the glossy Instagram version of happiness. Not the “good vibes only” kind. I’m talking about deep, sustain...

In today’s episode, we’re diving into a simple yet powerful practice: using positive affirmations in meditation to shift your mindset and improve your outlook on life. You’ve probably heard the phrase “thoughts become things”—but how often do we pause to consciously choose the thoughts we want to grow? When paired with meditation, positive affirmations aren’t just fluffy feel-good phrases. They’re...

Today, we’re diving into something that might just change your relationships, stress levels, and overall sense of peace in your daily life. It’s a deceptively simple idea that’s gone viral, and it comes from someone I deeply respect: author and motivational speaker Mel Robbins. It’s called… The Let Them Theory. The Amazing Mel Robbins: https://www.melrobbins.com/ Her Book: https://www.melrobbins.c...

Today on I Care About You, we’re diving into a cultural phenomenon that’s been buzzing across TikTok and beyond: Lucky Girl Syndrome. It’s the idea that if you truly believe you’re lucky and that everything is always working out for you, then… it will. Sounds magical, right? But is it a mindset hack or just another way to spiritually bypass the hard stuff? Let’s get into it! Feel free to explore t...

Welcome back to I Care About You, a space for honest conversations about healing, self-love, and becoming the person you truly are. I'm your host, JulianaJ—and I'm so grateful you're here. Today I want to talk about something that shows up for all of us—something quiet, sneaky, and powerful: beliefs. Not conscious like “I believe pineapple belongs on pizza” or “I believe in climate change”— I mean...

Today, we’re talking about something so important—the energy of relationships. Have you ever noticed how some relationships make you feel lighter, inspired, and more confident, while others leave you drained, questioning yourself, or just plain exhausted? That’s because every relationship carries a vibe, an energy. And whether we realize it or not, that energy affects us mentally, emotionally, and...

Today, we welcome Molly Booker to the podcast to discuss finding ourselves when everything goes wrong. Molly Booker is an accomplished author, former pastor, and suicide prevention advocate. A proud lesbian and devoted family woman, she resides with her wife, child, and a menagerie of beloved pets. Passionate about vulnerable conversations and unearthing the beauty in imperfection, Molly uses her...

The power of a genuine apology. Why does saying sorry matter to the health of your relationships? Why is it beneficial to both the person saying sorry and the person receiving the apology? Why can't some people say they are sorry? We cover it all today on the podcast! #sorry #sorrynotsorry #apologyvideo #relationship #relationshipissues #relationshipproblems #relationships Order my book, Reasons t...

Today on the pod, we are talking about relationship betrayal—how people betray friendships, lovers, and family. It's not just cheating, either! Today, we outline the other ways people betray a relationship, how to recognize it when it happens to you, and what to do about it! You'd be surprised at what they are! Are you being betrayed by 1000 little things? Find out! #selfimprovement #reasonstolive...

This week on the I Care About You podcast, host Juliana Jay, author of Reasons to Live: An Interactive Guide to Healing and Overcoming Suicidal Thoughts and How to Help Others Survive, welcomes the incredible Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer—poet, teacher, speaker, writing facilitator, and poet laureate of Evermore. Her work has been featured on A Prairie Home Companion, PBS NewsHour, O Magazine, America...

I don't know about you, but I sometimes have difficulty getting over things. Today on the pod we go over why that might be and 6 steps you can take to get unstuck and start healing! #selfimprovement #reasonstolive #podcast #betterlife #happiness #fear #unstuck #healing #healingjourney Order my book, Reasons to Live Order here: https://www.julianajbruno.com/ Join my Newsletter: https://www.julianaj...

3 big life lessons I learned the hard way, and, yeah, they might sting a bit to hear. The sooner you let go of them, the better your life will be! #selfimprovement #reasonstolive #podcast #betterlife #happiness #fear Order my book, Reasons to Live Order here: https://www.julianajbruno.com/ Join my Newsletter, https://www.julianajbruno.com/contactme Join my Meet Up, https://www.meetup.com/social-re...

Break ups are hard. Today on I Care About You I talk about an emotional break up I had and the steps I took to regain my self worth and move on. We talk about why breakups are so hard on our self-worth, what we can do about it, and how to do it. Order my book, Reasons to Live: https://www.julianajbruno.com/ Book time with me: https://www.julianajbruno.com/ THANK YOU ALL FOR SUPPORTING ME! music @T...

Today, on I Care About You, we’re diving deep into something that quietly shapes our decisions, emotions, and even our relationships—lack mentality. This belief system tells us there’s never enough: not enough money, time, love, success, or opportunities. But the truth is, this mindset limits us far more than our actual circumstances do. To order my book, Reasons to Live: An Interactive Guide to H...

Welcome back to I Care About You, the podcast where we navigate life’s challenges with compassion, curiosity, and care. I am Juliana J, and Today, we’re talking about a specific kind of fear—not the fear of real danger, like a natural disaster, but the everyday fears that shape our choices, limit our potential and keep us in places we no longer want to be. If you are struggling with worry about ju...

Want to have more emotional intelligence? Journaling has many benefits. Today on I Care About You, we talk about journaling, the benefits to your health and well-being as well as personal growth and understanding. How to explore your emotional intelligence and work on being more present with yourself and others. Order my book, Reasons to Live, or Book time with me: https://www.julianajbruno.com /...

Moving on after a layoff, or any other ending, is hard. So many emotions, feelings, processing and challenges. It can bring up unproductive childhood beliefs, memories, and past failures as though they all happened yesterday. How do we cope? Today, on I Care About You, we talk about being laid off, endings, and the negative self-talk it can bring, along with untrue thoughts about our future, our w...