In this week's episode, we're talking all about letting go of the socially constructed limits that keep women small and hold them back from authenticity and showing up with fully, including our own personal experiences and psychological insights such as: The societal, religious and cultural factors that keep women in double-binds The social construction of beauty standards Gender roles The objectification of women's bodies and sexuality Coping with criticism, self-doubt and the opinions of others and more! Subscribe to the Speaking Our Minds Newsletter to get updates on the latest episodes ..read more

In this week's episode, we're talking all about deconstructing patriarchy and its effects on mental health, including our own personal experiences and psychological insights such as: Defining patriarchy and its historical social construction How patriarchy affects mental health on a personal level What could healing and changing the internalized messages of patriarchy could look like in the therapy/mental health context and more! Subscribe to the Speaking Our Minds Newsletter to get updates on the latest episodes, upcoming topics, and insider inspo!: https://mailchi.mp/361c1d35da39/pod-news ..read more

In this week's Q&A episode, we’re answering your question all about: Anger as a healthy part of processing hurt The history of patriarchy and its effects on women and society today Individuation and differentiation: Being connected to others and in community while still maintaining your authentic sense of self Q&A Time stamps: [3:46] Anger as a healthy part of processing when feeling disappointment or hurt [16:16] Anger with institutions- political, governmental, religious [18:20] Processing anger and frustration with self toward self-compassion and acceptance [22:33] Deconstructing ..read more

In this week's episode, Ranela and our guest Stephanie Stalvey are breaking down the constructs surrounding purity culture and healing from the messages that were rooted in shame and disconnection from our bodies, including: The background of purity culture, particularly circling in religious circles in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s Acknowledging sexuality as a divine and natural part of humanity without objectifying it Having an alternative healthy ethic of sacred sexuality that isn't rooted in shame or blame Narratives women have to overcome after purity culture to reconnect ..read more

In this week's episode, we're talking all about the psychology of evolving faith and rebuilding healthy spirituality, including our own personal experiences and psychological insights such as: Defining religious trauma and wounding How religious trauma this plays a role in people rethinking some of their beliefs How hierarchy systems of authority that lack accountability contribute to harm Practical steps for reconnecting with and trusting your body/instincts after experiencing religious trauma The role of purity culture in disconnection from the body and internalized narratives of shame Reas ..read more

In this week's episode, we're talking all about the psychology of evolving faith and rebuilding healthy spirituality, including our own personal experiences and psychological insights such as: Situations that often lead people into a shifting faith Feeling fear or shame because of your questions or doubts Dealing with friends/family who are becoming upset because of your changing faith Rebuilding an authentic faith/spirituality after religious trauma or doubt How to better support and be there for someone even if you don’t fully understand and more! Amanda is a Faith Deconstruction & Re ..read more

In this week's episode, we're talking all about the psychology of evolving faith and rebuilding healthy spirituality, including our own personal experiences and psychological insights such as: The mental health benefits of healthy spirituality Stages of cognitive development and how thinking often expands with age Tactics and red flags of spiritually abusive environments What's normal to feel when leaving or changing faith communities Reassurances for seasons of uncertainty and doubt and more! Subscribe to the Speaking Our Minds Newsletter to get updates on the latest episodes, upcoming top ..read more

In this week's episode, we're talking all about attachment styles within a relationship, including our own personal experiences and: What attachment styles are and where they come from: secure, anxious, and dismissive-avoidant How to move from an insecurity towards a secure attachment The importance of self-awareness and reflection in understanding our attachment style. How the health of our relationships impact our mental and physical health and more! Subscribe to the Speaking Our Minds Newsletter to get updates on the latest episodes, upcoming topics, and insider inspo!: https://mailchi.m ..read more

In this week's episode, we're talking all about signs of a healthy dating relationship, including our own personal experiences and: Dating red flags & green flags The importance of interdependence and autonomy in a relationship Qualities that are important for a long-term relationship Secure relationships vs anxious relationships and more! Subscribe to the Speaking Our Minds Newsletter to get updates on the latest episodes, upcoming topics, and insider inspo!: https://mailchi.mp/361c1d35da39/pod-newsletter-sign-up Ep 91: Single All the Way: Navigating Singlehood, Dating, and Societal E ..read more

In our celebratory episode 100, join Brittney for a solo chat all about building a secure sense of self as we shift to the topic of relationships this month. Including: Being differentiated- having a healthy relationship with others while maintaining a sense of self Developing self-trust and the messages we received against them Becoming your own safe place What self-acceptance does and doesn’t mean and more! Subscribe to the Speaking Our Minds Newsletter to get updates on the latest episodes, upcoming topics, and insider inspo!: https://mailchi.mp/361c1d35da39/pod-newsletter-sign-up Conne ..read more