Unravel Your Journey Podcast

In this episode we dive into one of the core pieces of the Unravel Your Days framework called ENVISION. We explain the precarious balance between forward-thinking and presence, consider where desire plays a role, and dissect several barriers to the practice of “envisioning” (including personal stories from experience). We also briefly explain the different processes of releasing and embracing Big...

In this episode we dive into a conversation about anxiety (and why that matters when we talk about happiness!) We discuss the importance of exposure to unpleasant feelings, the difference between emotions and feelings, and the multifaceted debate about whether and how much circumstances matter to happiness.  For complete show notes and a detailed description of this episode visit - www.unravelyour...

In this episode we talk about HAPPINESS: how everybody wants it, why it’s elusive, and helpful tips for reframing happiness as a feeling to help you enjoy it when it shows up and let it go when the time comes. For complete show notes and a detailed description of this episode visit - www.unravelyourdays.com/podcast/11   THIS IS A LISTENER SUPPORTED PODCAST. You can support our work and further the...

In this episode we explain spring as a metaphor for getting started and planting the seeds of new ideas (particularly after a long winter season). We talk about the variable energy of this transition season, explain how this relates to the menstrual cycle, and offer our personal practices to celebrate and invite the energy of springtime.  CW: mention of the experience of miscarriage For complete s...

In this episode we *begin* to redefine our relationship to time with a conversation about our cultural experience with productivity. We discuss the nature of forever-renewable tasks and question the narrative around using time as currency to build a life filled with “productivity hacks.” (NOTE: We come to this conversation as womxn / mothers who work-from-home. We talk about our experiences balanc...

This episode offers a thoughtful, critical review of Glennon Doyle’s most recent memoir, Untamed . We offer a brief summary of the book before diving into some of the ways we relate (and don’t relate) to Glennon’s experience. Then we ask some critical questions about the book, paying particular attention to some of the broad generalizations (around gender and gender roles) and the “steps” to rewil...

In this episode we’re differentiating “real” self-care from the industry that sells a one-size-fits-all definition. We talk about productivity and accessibility, separate self-care from self-pleasure and rest, and explore the role of collective-care. Plus, we share how our self-care practices have shifted lately (and why that’s a good thing). For complete show notes and a detailed description of t...

This episode is a conversation about whether affirmations “work” and why. We offer our personal experience (with money- and body-affirmations specifically), question the cultural significance of affirmations, and offer some alternative practices that might work better.   For complete show notes and a detailed description of this episode visit - www.unravelyourdays.com/podcast/6 THIS IS A LISTENER...

What’s the difference between rituals and habits? Can they be “good” or “bad” (or helpful or unhelpful)? Is consistency of practice required or optional? Is “going through the motions” beneficial… or not?  In this episode we explain our early experiences with and current practices of habits and rituals. We consider whether “consistency” is really necessary, what makes ritual practice meaningful, a...

In this episode we explain winter as a metaphor for the “non-productive, empty, slow and restful” phase of life. We dive into some childhood memories about winter, plus the paradox between necessary periods of rest + the cultural value of “consistent” and forever-productivity. We’ll also share our favorite wintertime rituals to honor this season. **please note: the audio quality within this episod...

PRESENCE in mind/body/soul is the purpose of Unravel Your Days: to Enlighten what’s happened + to Envision what you’d like to happen next allows you to Embody your present experience. But what does presence feel like? And is it really possible?  In this episode, we talk through our “definition” for presence + various practices for how to experience it; we also describe our personal “presencing pra...

Welcome to the Unravel Your Days podcast! In this first episode, Kati and Alycia talk about how they met in high school, what it’s like to become a parent before you’re “ready,” and why mental and emotional health remains a priority within their work together.  Kati Overmier is a licensed therapist and social worker who lives in Houston, Texas, with her partner and son. She loves Broadway musicals...

In this episode we’re detailing the origin story of this business and the general framework for Unravel Your Days. You’ll hear about the seedling idea for the membership program, the many false-starts, how the framework actually manifests itself now, and what to expect from this podcast moving forward. For complete show notes and a detailed description of this episode visit - www.unravelyourdays.c...