P.S. Younger Self

Have you ever felt something was off in a conversation, leaving you questioning the sincerity of the other person? Or perhaps, you felt like someone was subtly orchestrating your decisions without you knowing it! These moments often signal the subtle presence of manipulation at play.  The thing is, manipulation can be subtle, and know what? We all at one point or another will use manipulation tact...

Do you believe self-confidence is a fixed trait?  Host Chris Oh challenges this notion, revealing how anyone can cultivate greater self-confidence. In fact, building self confidence is largely what psychologists call volitional, which means it´s by your own choice.  Chris shares her own journey from painfully shy early beginnings to embodying unshakeable confidence today, illustrating that transfo...

Life’s journey is not without its storms; sometimes it's just a light sprinkle, other times it's a full-blown downpour. Amidst the ebb and flow of happiness, sadness, and uncertainty, one timeless philosophy stands as a beacon of resilience. In this episode, host Chris Oh shares how Stoicism, particularly the profound concept of Amor Fati, has been instrumental in navigating one of the m...

Are you exercising against your unique female physiology?  With a mere 6% of exercise research centering on women, this episode aims to  empower women with knowledge that challenges generic fitness advice.  Our guest, Denise Yeats, a personal trainer, menopause training specialist, Ironman Certified Coach, and endurance athlete, is committed to guiding women in resetting, recharging, and reclaimin...

What if the pursuit of happiness isn't about the zeros in our bank accounts, but the why behind our financial choices? In this episode, "Understanding the Why Behind Our Financial Decisions," our guest Eric Roberge, CFP® and the CEO  of Beyond Your Hammock, helps us explore the connection between our financial decisions and their influence on our lives.  In this episode, we explore...

In a milestone 100th episode of P.S. Younger Self, host Chris Oh unfolds a powerful lesson on forgiveness she recently experienced. Chris shares her personal revelation, illuminating a surprising, fresh perspective on forgiveness that reshapes its traditional understanding and role in reconciliation. This episode will challenge you to perceive forgiveness as a truly liberating force—a proactive ch...

Can you truly let go of expectations?  And, why should you? Our perception of reality is intricately woven with our expectations and past experiences. However, transcending these expectations and embracing the present can unlock the full spectrum of life's rich tapestry. Join host Chris Oh, as she passionately delves into why letting go of expectations is the liberating path to escape the clu...

In this latest episode of P.S. Younger Self, husband and wife team, Dr. Glenn and Phyllis Hill share powerful insights on how they have discovered what makes couples disconnect, and therefore connect to forge deeper, healthier, long-lasting relationships.  They share their discovery through their own journey of a 40 year marriage (30 of which they say was painful) and through Dr. Glenn´s professio...

In the latest episode of P.S. Younger Self, Chris Oh´s dear friend, Saria Gebeily, returned to the show for another deeply engaging and intimate conversation about what “healing” means. They discussed how they have personally defined "healing" and identified when they  were “healing,” as well as revealed pivotal moments that signaled their own progress and growth. Discover why these inti...

Gaslighting seems to be thrown around for a lot of different negative behaviors, i.e., lying, insulting, guilt tripping, and much more. But what is gaslighting really?  Discover the truth behind gaslighting and its intricate connection to emotional abuse in our latest episode with licensed psychologist, Dr. Emily Mayfield of Mindset Therapy, PLLC. Dr. Emily helps us unravel the distinction between...

Setting standards is an important aspect of our personal growth because they act as a measure of our own accountability and reflect our personal values. Yet many people confuse the two. They are not the same and not to be used interchangeably because our standards dictate the quality of life we create, while expectations lead to feelings of disappointment and frustration. In this episode, you&apos...

Today, 10MM working mothers in the U.S. alone are suffering from burnout, and in silence. In 2019, the World Health Organization officially included burnout as an occupational syndrome and an estimated that 1 in 3 people are affected by work-related stress, making it a significant health concern. What is going on? Burnout is a pervasive issue affecting more people today than ever before due to a c...

I grew up as a painfully shy child. My mother had to make friends for me in grade school, and she even got me my prom date, no joke.  Throughout my 20s and 30s, I climbed the corporate ladder, chasing status, more zeros and trying to make my parents proud. Fast forward to my early forties, I have never been more at peace and fulfilled in my life. But that came with a lot of self discovery, self wo...

What would the world look like if we all cultivated unconditional self worth? Today, the feeling of low self worth is so pervasive. And, it not only cripples us from living out all of our dreams and authentic desires, but can significantly impact our mental health and well-being. In this episode with Dr. Adia Gooden, a licensed clinical psychologist whose Tedx Talk on cultivating unconditional sel...

Attachment theory tells us that we develop certain attachment styles in childhood, which can greatly impact how we show up in our adult romantic relationships. And if you've struggled with any of these common insecure attachment styles, anxious-preoccupied or avoidant-dismissive, this episode is for you! Certified Somatic Attachment and Intuitive Body Coach Carly Ann dives deep into how insec...

Emotional self-regulation is an essential cornerstone to developing successful interpersonal relationships of all dynamics and even executing on sound decision-making. Then, why do some of us struggle to develop strong emotional self-regulation skills?  From childhood trauma to chronic stress, there are various reasons why some of us struggle more than others. However,  the liberating thing to not...

In a society that rewards productivity and where busyness has become a badge of honor, the concept of Dolce Far Niente (Italian) or Niksen (Dutch) can seem so foreign or worse, misunderstood as being lazy.  The truth is, our society is more burned out that ever before. According to a 2022 Forbes article, findings from Asana, McKinsey and Deloitte reports reveal than burnout is a worldwide problem...

Our host Chris Oh takes inventory of what the past year has meant from the perspective of self growth and development.  Reflecting back on her biggest lessons of 2022, Chris shares why her 2022 was a year of "rebirth." Rebirth of how she thinks of her insecurities.  Rebirth of the way she thinks of and (truly) heals from her childhood wounds and fears.  Rebirth of the way she learns how...

None of us are born confident because confidence is not a fixed trait. This means though anyone can build more self confidence and improve their articulation, which can powerfully influence how you present yourself and they way people perceive you. Dr. Grace Lee, an international executive coach, communications trainer, and neuroscientist who has taught thousands of people how to develop vocationa...

Intuition is not magic. And despite what popular opinion might say, our intuition is not always right.  But we can hone our intuitive skills to know when to trust our intuition. Our host Chris Oh explores this interesting concept of how and why we, humans, typically have high confidence in "unfounded intuition" and what skills we can learn to sharpen our intuitive thinking.  She shares h...

If it seems like you´ve been hearing about adaptogens everywhere - it´s true, as they have gained more mainstream popularity. But these healing super plants have been revered and used as medicine, food, and even currency in many cultures for thousands of years.  So to better understand why adaptogens are uniquely powerful superfoods, Danielle Ryan Broida , a holistic nutritionist, herbalist and a...

How often do you play? Does that sound like a weird question? As adults, we are not letting our inner child play enough and we are missing out on its psychological benefits. Science tells us that most species all play and that our ability to enjoy an activity is actually a survival trait. Once we face and start to heal our own childhood wounds, letting our inner child out to play more as a adult c...

Depending on what resource you're referencing or who you talk to, you are likely to get varying definitions and opinions of minimalism. There are minimalist forms of art, music, architecture, design and what's gained a lot of attention along with confusion, is on minimalistic living and lifestyle.  In this episode, our guest Mia Danielle, an expert on minimalism and holistic living who h...

We've all heard that communication is key to all relationships. More precisely it takes effective communication, and one without any competition.  Psychologist, author, and speaker Dr. Abby Medcalf shares interesting insight on the number one problem that's undermining communication in relationships, which she says is how we keep score with our partner that creates an unhealthy competiti...

There's a clear difference between being alone and being lonely. Don't confuse the two. Our modern society has evolved into one with infinite stimuli and our addiction to social media feeds our FOMO ---unless you don't let it. Moreover, you feel judged or awkward if you're doing something alone---again, unless you practice the art of being alone and learn to love it. In this ep...