The Evergreen Rx

Today I’m joined by artist and author Meera Lee Patel, whose work centers on self-reflection, emotional awareness, and intentional living. Through her illustrations and writing, Meera helps people ask better questions and develop a deeper relationship with themselves. Her newest journal, Learn to Let Go, was inspired by her own journey of accepting where you are, embracing change, and finding the...

In this episode, I’m unpacking how insecurity quietly shapes our choices, relationships, and sense of self — from people-pleasing and overthinking to shrinking ourselves to avoid judgment. We talk about fear-based decision-making, the difference between knowing something intellectually vs. actually trusting yourself, and how self-trust is built through lived experience, not affirmations.  We’ll co...

Ever notice that a friendship that once felt electric can start to feel… quieter? Less exciting? Less intense? That doesn’t automatically mean something’s wrong — but it can bring up a lot of questions about whether you’re drifting apart or just settling into a new phase of connection. In this episode, we talk about: Why friendships can lose their “spark” over time (and why that’s normal) How the...

In this episode, we’re talking about moral grandstanding — the tendency to use moral talk, social media posts, or public outrage to boost our own reputation rather than genuinely engage with a cause. From pile-ons and one-upping to exaggerated emotional displays, the internet has created an environment where being seen as “morally right” can become its own form of status. But what does this do to...

I use AI to help me with every podcast episode I make. Topic generation, writing descriptions, making titles — AI has been a big part of my podcast process for a long time. I was an early adopter, I’m not planning to quit, and no, this is not an episode telling you to cut AI out of your life. But lately… I’ve been feeling disillusioned. In this episode, I sit in the gray area and talk through my e...

In this episode, we talk about the reality of wanting meaningful connection and wanting spaciousness, solitude, and time that isn’t accounted for. Especially in adulthood. Especially when your life is full. Especially when your job already requires you to be “on” all day. We explore: Why there is no perfect recipe for friendship  Misperceptions of time and why one hour actually counts Choosing act...

In this episode, we unpack the psychology of texting and how digital communication can quietly reinforce anxious, avoidant, or disorganized attachment patterns — especially when there are no facial cues, tone, or real-time context to ground us. We talk about: Why texting feels so emotionally charged  How anxious, avoidant, and disorganized attachment show up in texting behaviors Long silences, del...

At the start of every new year, there’s pressure to lock back in — rebuild routines, double down on habits, and become a more consistent version of yourself. But what happens when the version of you that feels best… doesn’t want to be structured the way she used to be? In this Dear Evergreen episode, I explore the tension between flow and structure, especially after a season of deep flexibility an...

“I’ve been in therapy for months and nothing’s fixed… am I doing this wrong, or is my therapist slacking?” This question comes up all the time — online, in my personal life, and in my therapy office — and honestly, it makes me a little nervous to answer. Not because it’s wrong to ask, but because it touches on something tender, complicated, and often misunderstood about how therapy actually works....

If you feel that quiet pressure to “get your life together” now that the holidays are over — but can’t quite define what that even means — this one’s for you. We talk about why the New Year so often turns into a fear-based self-improvement project, why motivating yourself through criticism and urgency rarely works, and how “having it all together” is often just another name for high-functioning di...

On this episode of The Evergreen Rx, we’re diving deep into Chiron — the “wounded healer” of your birth chart — and how this single placement can radically shift your healing journey, your relationships, and the way you show up for yourself. If you’ve never heard of Chiron before, don’t worry. Remy breaks it down from the very beginning. This is one you don’t want to skip because Chiron is big — i...

Ever pull away right when things start to feel too close ? When your partner gets vulnerable, talks about the future, or expresses love, does your body go straight into shutdown-mode — like closeness is something you need to escape from? You’re not alone. For people who lean avoidant, intimacy can feel threatening even when it’s everything you say you want. In this episode, we talk about: Why affe...

When you lean anxious in attachment, even tiny shifts in someone’s tone, timing, or energy can feel like an alarm bell. One “I’m just tired” text can send you spiraling into worst-case scenarios, rereading conversations for clues, and bracing for rejection that isn’t actually happening. It’s exhausting — and it can feel impossible to tell the difference between intuition and anxiety. In this episo...

Ever catch yourself getting annoyed at the people you love — not because they’re doing anything bad , but because you’ve quietly been carrying the weight of the friendship? When you’re always the one checking in, holding space, or remembering the details, irritation can slowly harden into resentment. In this episode, we talk about: Why resentment builds when we don’t address small hurts in real-ti...

Ever get something you really wanted — a new job, recognition, closure — only to feel a confusing mix of pride, sadness, or even guilt right after? You’re not broken or ungrateful — you’re just human. As we grow, our capacity to hold conflicting emotions expands, and that can make even “good” things feel complicated. In this episode, we talk about: The psychology behind mixed emotions (and why you...

You crave deep connection — but the moment someone actually meets you there, something inside you panics. You pull away, get distant, or convince yourself you’re not ready. You’re not alone — this push-and-pull between wanting love and fearing it is a common human experience. In this episode, we talk about: Why intimacy can feel both magnetic and terrifying A quick primer on attachment styles (and...

Ever feel like you’ve been doing so much work on yourself — therapy, journaling, inner child healing — that you’ve forgotten what it feels like to just live? When healing becomes your whole identity, even the tools meant to help you can start to feel heavy. Sometimes growth fatigue hits hard, and you just want life to feel simple again. In this episode, we talk about: What healing burnout looks li...

Ever catch yourself agonizing over even the tiniest decisions — what to eat, what to text, what to wear — like each one carries impossible weight? You’re not alone. When self-trust starts to slip, even small choices can feel paralyzing, and the constant second-guessing can leave you anxious, drained, and disconnected from your own instincts. In this episode, we talk about: Why indecision is often...

In this grab bag episode, we dive into all the tricky ways we compare ourselves and how to navigate those feelings without losing your mind. What we cover: How to stop comparing your pace in life to friends who seem “ahead” Dealing with comparisons to your past self and the inner critic that fuels it Feeling jealous of people you genuinely love and root for Pinterest, TikTok, and the illusion of “...

Beginnings are SO fun. The spark, the rush, the fantasy of who you might become once you start something new. But then comes the middle — the part where the adrenaline fades and you’re left with effort, repetition, and maybe even doubt. How do you know if you’re genuinely outgrowing something, or just uncomfortable with the middle part of the journey? We explore: why the rush of starting something...

So many spiritual practices—tarot, ritual, candle magic—lean on visuals. But what happens when we reimagine them through all of our senses? This week I’m joined by Erica Christie, a legally blind author, artist, and spiritualist who blends accessibility advocacy with witchy, mystical art and teachings. We talk about: What led Erica to spirituality and occult practices How to engage all of your sen...

Money isn’t just numbers on a screen—it’s emotional. It carries stories from our families, our culture, and our sense of self-worth. And when we’re caught between guilt for spending, anxiety about saving, or avoidance of even looking at our bank account, it can feel overwhelming. In this episode, I dive into how to start building a healthier, less shame-filled relationship with money. We’ll talk a...

How do you know when you’re burnt out—and what do you actually do about it? In this episode, I’m breaking down how to spot the signs of burnout, what short-term recovery looks like, and how to build long-term prevention strategies. I’m pulling from the book Burnout (a forever favorite of mine), but also sharing some of my own experiences with “micro-burnout”—that week-to-week fatigue that sneaks u...

In this season finale, I’m having a chat with you about something that finally clicked for me after a feverish journaling session—I realized I’ve been chasing the curated version of life, not the actual experience of living it. You know the feeling: you dream of a slow Saturday where you do your favorite things—but when it finally arrives, your mind races, your back aches, and you just want to go...

In this episode, we talk about the quiet grief that comes with unmet expectations, the pressure to follow a certain timeline, and what it means to say goodbye to an imagined future. We explore: The emotional weight of "what could’ve been" Quarter-life crisis and the tension between meaning vs. stability Why letting go of old dreams can open up new paths The difference between grieving yo...