The Rabbit Hole with Jacqui and Megan

In this episode, Megan and Jacqui dive straight into the origin, meaning, and real-life application of that classic self-help mantra: “Protect your peace.” We get into how this saying exploded in 2020, how it feels different depending on your background, and why sometimes “protecting your peace” is code for healthy boundaries…and sometimes it might be an excuse to stuff your feelings down deep. In...

We’re doing a deep-dive into FUN — yes, the F-word you might be missing in your life!  In true Rabbit Hole fashion, we’re getting into the nitty-gritty and nuance surrounding fun. We kick off with Broadway dreams, childhood meltdowns for VIP perks, and the magic (or mayhem) of singing boat life. Then we go all-in on the science and psychology of fun, inspired by *The Power of Fun* by Catherine Pri...

Welcome back to The Rabbit Hole, where Jacqui and Megan tear into the gooey middle of self-growth clichés faster than you can say, “Pick your poison.” On the docket this week: “Choose Your Hard”. So what’s the deal – is this just hustle culture camouflaged, or is there a deeper magic to owning the hard stuff in life? Grab your headphones—a friendly roasting of toxic positivity awaits. In This Epis...

Donut drama, cinnamon roll cravings, AND a takedown of the “let it be easy” self-help cliché? Oh, you’re in for a treat. Join Megan and Jacqui as they tunnel into: - The universal search for the *perfect* donut (from Canadian bakeries to UK supermarkets) - The subtle but crucial difference between “easy” and “ease”  - How to “let it be easy” without rebelling by clenching your butt cheeks   - Real...

You've heard it a thousand times (especially if you’re a fan of Kelly Clarkson). Maybe you've said it to yourself. Maybe someone said it to you at exactly the wrong moment and you had to work very hard not to throw something. "What doesn't kill you makes you stronger." In this episode, Jacqui and Megan (who is currently sweaty, living on a boat, and very much in a life tra...

Welcome to another high-energy deep dive down The Rabbit Hole! In this episode, we tackle the self-help juggernaut: “Everything is figureoutable.” Get ready for an unfiltered, story-driven examination of this classic self-improvement cliché — context, nuance, and all. What’s Inside This Episode - The Origin Story: Did Marie Forleo invent “Everything is figureoutable”? Turns out, it's actually...

This week on The Rabbit Hole, Megan and Jacqui plunge headfirst into the self-help cliché that hits a little too close to home: “No one is coming to save you.* Unpacking this viral quote, the duo explore everything from questionable motivational advice, to collective responsibility, to the moments when you really do just need a helping hand – or three. Expect a bit of vulnerability, a healthy dose...

In this episode of The Rabbit Hole, we’re unpacking one of the most iconic motivational quotes of the internet era: “She believed she could, so she did.” You’ve seen it on mugs. T-shirts. Instagram graphics in millennial pink fonts. Possibly painted in cursive on a dentist office wall. Confidence and self-belief do matter. Sure thing. But does success really come down to belief alone? Or does this...

Today we’re unpacking the sneaky difference between healthy & stealthy expectations. Healthy expectations: examined and expressed. Stealthy expectations: unexamined and unexpressed. You know – the ones you’re not even aware of holding…until disappointment smacks you in the face and suddenly you’re spiraling because someone “should’ve known.” (That someone might even include you.) We explore ho...

"Rejection is redirection" — you've seen it on the quote cards. But does it actually help, or does it just short-circuit the processing you need to do? In this episode, Jacqui and Megan give the phrase a proper rabbit hole treatment. They unpack the difference between using a saying as a genuine reframe versus reaching for it as a bypass, and why that distinction really matters, esp...

In this episode, we’re unpacking one of the most widely shared (and hotly debated) phrases in self-help and manifestation culture: “What’s meant for you won’t miss you.” Megan wasn’t even super familiar with the quote, so maybe it’s not as widely shared and hotly debated as Jacqui thought…lol. This quote is often used as a platitude — especially around missed opportunities, relationships that didn...

You’ve probably heard it like this: Set the intention. Trust the universe. Don’t worry about the details. Aka: “release the how”. Sounds peaceful. Surrender-y. Maybe even a little magical. But where’s the line between trust and total detachment from reality? In This Episode, We Explore What people mean when they say “release the how” How this phrase shows up in manifestation, mindset, and online b...

Welcome to a Mini Rabbit Holes episode — where there’s no deep dive (well… less of one), and a lot more real-time reactions. We’re peppering each other with popular self-help quotes, mindset mantras, and personal development clichés… and sharing our unfiltered, first reactions. Some make us laugh. Some make us pause. And some get an immediate absolutely not . These quotes are often designed to ins...

Like many personal development soundbites, “we all have the same 24 hours in the day” contains a sliver of truth. But it leaves out something big: Not all hours are created equal. In true Rabbit Hole fashion, we’re digging into the nuance — so you can stop measuring yourself against impossible (and fake!) standards and start working with your actual life. In This Episode, We Explore What people re...

“Fake it til you make it” is often framed as the key to confidence, success, and becoming the version of yourself you want to be. In this episode, we’re asking: What does it actually mean to “fake it”? What are the consequences to faking it? And is really the good advice it seems? Megan also works her Google-magic and comes up with some context that illuminates the original intent behind this quot...

“Comparison is the thief of joy” is one of the most repeated phrases in personal development. The message is clear: stop comparing yourself to other people and you’ll be happier. But we’ve gotta ask: is comparison always a bad thing? In this episode, we explore the psychology behind comparison, self-worth, and happiness, and why the advice to “just stop comparing” might oversimplify how humans act...

In this episode of The Rabbit Hole, we’re unpacking one of the most repeated clichés about wealth and wellbeing: “Money can’t buy happiness.” It’s a phrase we hear everywhere – from childhood lessons to self-help memes to financial advice. But like many personal development quotes, it oversimplifies something far more complex. So…is it actually true? In this episode, we explore the psychology of m...

We’re diving into a question that shows up everywhere in personal development and spiritual spaces: Can you ACTUALLY manifest money? From vision boards and abundance affirmations to “quantum wealth” coaching programs, the idea that you can attract money with your mindset or energy has taken on a life of its own. But how much of it is real…and how much of it is manipulative marketing? In this episo...

Not all sales calls are created equal.  Some feel collaborative, empowering, and clear. Others feel pressurized. Scripted. Mayyyyybe even slightly cult-adjacent. In this episode of The Rabbit Hole, we’re diving into the subtle (and not-so-subtle) manipulation tactics that can show up in high-ticket coaching sales calls — especially in the online business and personal development world. If you’ve e...

We’re diving into the rabbit hole of The Drama Triangle! This psychological model explains the three roles we unconsciously cycle through in conflict and relationship dynamics: The Victim The Rescuer The Persecutor Once you see it, you can’t unsee it. In this episode, we explore: What The Drama Triangle actually is (and where it came from) How the Victim–Rescuer–Persecutor cycle works Why “being t...

In this episode, we’re joined by Molly Donlan to explore her new book, Mundane Magic , and what it really means to bring ritual, nervous system regulation, and grounded spirituality into everyday life. Not the aesthetic, elaborate, crystal-covered kind (unless that’s your thing). The kind that lives in your morning coffee. ...Your nervous system. ...Your trip to the post office. ...Even picking up...

In this episode, we unpack the wildly popular personal development phrase: “Your vibe attracts your tribe.” It sounds empowering. Magnetic. Very “The Secret”, circa 2006. But what happens when your need for belonging is reduced to your “energy”? What does “your vibe attracts your tribe” actually mean — especially in a world shaped by privilege, access, and systems you didn’t choose? We explore how...

You’ve probably taken the quiz. Maybe you know your partner’s top two. The 5 Love Languages have become a relationship staple in self-help and pop psychology—but in this episode of The Rabbit Hole , we ask: What do they get right, and what’s missing? We explore the nuance behind the Love Languages framework, where it can become rigid, and how it often gets used to assign blame rather than build co...

In this episode of The Rabbit Hole , we’re unpacking the cringey (and wildly overused) phrase: “Happy wife, happy life.” On the surface, it might sound like lighthearted relationship advice. You can almost hear the car salesman chuckle as he pokes your husband in the ribs, saying “Happy wife, happy life, right pal?” Which is exactly the point. This cliché could be taken straight out of a 1990s sit...

In this episode of The Rabbit Hole , we unpack the self-help cliché that says: “You’re either growing or you’re dying.” This phrase is all over motivational content, coaching culture, and even business strategy—but is it actually helpful? Or does it just feed the anxiety of never doing enough ? We explore how this black-and-white belief oversimplifies the human experience, ignores natural cycles o...