Make Discomfort Your B*tch

I sold a house. Traveled solo for a month. Lost relationships. Built new ones. Made mistakes. And guess what? I was okay. The season four finale of Make Discomfort Your Bitch is about walking new paths — and learning not to let your most reactive parts decide they're wrong just because they're uncomfortable. New chapter? No. New book. MORE ABOUT ME: I'm a mental health therapist, speaker, author a...

What if faith doesn't begin in certainty, but in our willingness to sit with discomfort as a sacred teacher — one that guides us toward presence, humility, and purpose? In this episode, I sit down with Rabbi Melinda Bernstein , a freelance rabbi and spiritual guide, to explore how life's hardest moments can become pathways to deeper faith and connection. Together, we talk about what it means to ho...

What if self-awareness isn't something we think our way into - but something we  feel our way back to? In this episode, I sit down with Kat Conrad , a leadership consultant and incredible human, for a deep and practical conversation about what it really means to develop self-awareness. Together, we explore how reconnecting with our bodies opens access to the wisdom, grounding, and connection we so...

What if the discomfort we avoid is actually the doorway to the life that's trying to emerge? In this episode, I sit down with Venus O'Hara—sexual wellness educator, author, podcaster, and creative force—to explore what it really means to allow ourselves to be transformed by life. We talk about the unease that comes with shedding old identities, leaving familiar structures, and choosing pleasure, p...

This week, I had the privilege of sitting down with Corey Leak , host of The Existential Podcast , and this one goes deep. We talk about everything — from his journey through a cancer diagnosis , to the realities of working in DEI in today's world, to his powerful story of faith deconstruction and how it shapes the way he moves through discomfort. It's one of those conversations that doesn't tie t...

What happens when you're the  only one in the room — the only woman, the only Latina, the youngest voice at the table? In this episode, I sit down with Maria Brewer, former U.S. Ambassador and longtime State Department leader, for a deeply human conversation about what it means to navigate spaces where you don't always see yourself reflected. We talk about the power of naming the uncomfortable, ho...

A TIME SENSITIVE NOTE FROM SUNDARI:  A Healing Doula Academy Winter Scholarship In honor of Anandi Malcolm, A Healing Doula Academy is offering one Full and one Partial Scholarship for its Winter Cohort. Founded by her daughter, Grief & Death Doula and Author Sundari Malcolm, this spiritually rooted training prepares Grief and Death Doulas to hold space through ancient ritual, modern grief care, a...

NOTE: IF YOU'RE IN THE PHOENIX AREA, SARAH AND CORINNE WILL BE SIGNING COPIES OF THEIR BOOK AT CHANGING HANDS (PHX LOCATION) BOOKSTORE ON NOVEMBER 21ST!  What if the moments that break us open are the same ones that reveal our deepest creative power? In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Carter and Corinne Shark , authors of The Skies Are Full of Us and hosts of the Spiritual Pyros podcast, for a...

In this episode, I sit down with the brilliant and dynamic EJ Jamele — CEO of crowdMGMT, producer, brand architect, and talent manager to some of the most sought-after artists in the beauty and entertainment industries. Our conversation goes far beyond brand strategy and success stories. EJ and I explore how discomfort can be one of our greatest teachers — especially when it comes to learning how...

A solo episode to introduce the next season of the podcast!  ABOUT ME: I'm a mental health therapist, speaker, author and educator who helps organizations bridge the gap between knowing and doing the things that foster well-being, resilience and success. With expertise in school counseling, trauma-informed practices, and social-emotional intelligence (SEI), I help teams address the root causes of...

What if grief isn't just something to overcome, but a guide toward deeper wisdom and wholeness? In this episode, I sit down with Ursula Taylor - former litigation attorney turned holistic conflict resolution expert - to explore how grief, when approached with awareness, can transform both healing and leadership. Together, we discuss the power of emotional intelligence, embodied awareness, and the...

In this episode of Make Discomfort Your Btch*, I talk with Brandon Marshall about the moment everything shifted - when he was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes as an adult. Brandon shares how that unexpected and life-altering diagnosis became a catalyst for radical self-responsibility, deeper self-awareness, and a renewed sense of purpose in both life and business. We explore how learning to live wit...

In this powerful conversation, Sahar Modares and I unpack a truth that many of us are just beginning to understand: growth doesn't have to come through suffering. We talk about how hope is a skill—one many of us need to relearn—and how reclaiming it can shift everything from how we lead to how we live. If you've ever felt stuck in the belief that struggle is the only path forward, this episode wil...

What does it really mean to become your own authority? In this episode, I sit down with the brilliantly quirky Tanya Ruckstuhl - psychotherapist, writer and author of How to Be a Human and Not An A$$hole - to talk about self-trust, personal growth and why social skills matter now more than ever. We explore how to stop outsourcing your power, navigate relationships with more clarity and embrace the...

What does it look like to move through discomfort without rushing to escape it? In this honest and powerful episode, I sit down with Hope Rose - former ultra-endurance athlete, self-published author and master of navigating the middle - to talk about what it means to stay with hard things while they're still happening. We dig into: 🔥 The power of not bypassing discomfort 🧭 Daily practices that s...

In this episode, I talk with Daniel A. Miller - best-selling author, poet, painter and former attorney - about what happens when our need for control becomes the very thing holding us back. Danny shares how a series of life-shaking events forced him to confront his tightly gripped approach to life, which was leading to self-neglect and outcomes far from what he truly wanted. Through his book The W...

What do skincare, panic disorder, and high-achieving women have in common? In this powerful conversation with Dr. Jeanne Retief, we explore what it means to find genuine control when life feels out of control. Jeanne shares how her journey with panic disorder became the catalyst for creating FIGGI Beauty—an intentional skincare line for sensitive souls—and why true healing starts from the inside o...

What if creativity isn't a talent, but a birthright? In this energizing conversation, I sit down with Pia Leichter—creative partner, coach, and author of Welcome to the Creative Club—to talk about what really fuels creativity: self-trust, pausing, and the courage to follow your inner spark. We explore: ✨ How creativity lives in the smallest moments ✨ What gets in the way of creative expression (...

In this episode, I sit down with Tara Harris—visionary CEO and founder of  Femeflex , the revolutionary brand behind the world's first Pantiless Panty Liner —to talk about the power of the pivot. Tara shares how a bold life shift opened up a new world of possibility for her and others, and how her lifelong pattern of ingenuity and being solutions-focused helped her disrupt an entire industry. From...

What if transformation didn't have to be so hard? In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Danita Young —transformational coach, founder of the Align Method , and creator of Booty Bands —to talk about how real change begins when we start asking ourselves different questions. We dive into how most of us are unconsciously asking contracting questions —the kind that keep us small, stuck, and s...

⚠️ Trigger Warning: We discuss (at a high level, with no details) topics like suicide ideation, self-harm, and other unhelpful coping strategies. Please check in with yourself before listening. Parenting is hard enough—navigating a teen or young adult's mental health crisis can feel overwhelming and isolating. In my conversation with Tara Rolstad , we dive into the complexities of supporting young...

What if just one person believing in your dream could change everything? In my latest conversation with Bianca Bee, we dive into the immense impact of support—whether from a mentor, a friend, or even a peer who sees your potential. Bianca shares her journey from Detroit to LA at just 17, how she built a media empire, and why therapy, peer mentorship, and paying it forward are essential for navigat...

On this episode of Make Discomfort Your Btch*, I'm joined by the incredible Brittni Cosgrove, a transformational life and business coach who helps ambitious souls step into their most magnetic, confident, and authentic selves. We dive deep into the dangers of bypassing the hard work of navigating discomfort—because no, you can't just mindset your way through it or slap on some toxic positivity. Br...

If you're in this space, you must believe that leaning into discomfort is a key to unlocking more opportunities. My guest  Clenetta Frazier also believes this to be true. She  joins me today to share how embracing the unknown has pushed her to take bigger risks—personally and professionally. We also dive into why being surrounded by the right people and cultivating a mindset aligned with your futu...

If dating feels like a minefield of awkward moments, self-doubt, and uncertainty—you're not alone. But what if those moments of discomfort were actually the key to deeper connection and personal growth? In this episode, I sit down with Cat Cantrill, the Scottsdale Matchmaker, to talk about how she helps clients take ownership of their dating experiences, lean into curiosity, and navigate the proce...