What happens when life — or your body — slows you down before you’re ready? In this episode, I reflect on the subtle but powerful difference between a forced slowdown and a chosen one, and why so many people experienced 2025 as an unexpected inward-turning year. This wasn’t always loud or obvious. For many, it showed up as exhaustion that couldn’t be pushed through, old wounds resurfacing in new ways, or a quiet sense that the strategies that once worked no longer did. I share personal reflections from a past season of deep internal change, how those quieter years often prepare us for what comes next, and why clarity doesn’t always arrive through urgency or action. This episode isn’t about fixing yourself or pushing harder. It’s about listening, integrating, and recognizing that some seasons are meant to soften us — not stall us. If you’ve been feeling slower than expected, less motivated than usual, or unsure how to move forward without forcing it, this conversation is an invitation to pause and ask a different question. You don’t need to be taken out to be allowed to rest.Sometimes softness is the most honest way forward.

With Christmas just days away, this episode offers something different. Not another reminder to be joyful.Not another checklist.Not another version of “make the most of it.” Instead, Dr. KellyRae invites you to consider a softer way to hold Christmas. Because for many of us, this season isn’t just beautiful — it’s tender.It carries memory, longing, love, loss, hope, grief, nostalgia, and expectation… sometimes all at once. In this reflective and gently spiritual episode of Getting Through the Week, Dr. KellyRae explores what it means to loosen our grip on how Christmas should look and allow it to be what it actually is. You’ll hear reflections on: The emotional weight we bring into Christmas A quieter, softer spirituality that whispers instead of demands Why presence matters more than perfection How to let joy and grief coexist without apology Simple questions to help you move through this week with more grace and less pressure This is an episode for anyone who loves Christmas and finds it complicated.For anyone feeling tired, tender, or emotionally full as the year comes to a close.For anyone longing to slow down and breathe again. A softer way to hold Christmas doesn’t diminish its meaning — it deepens it. Wherever you find yourself this week, may you move slowly, breathe deeply, and hold this season gently.

The holidays have a way of stirring everything at once. Joy and grief.Magic and pressure.Nostalgia and ache.Connection and loneliness. In this deeply personal episode of Getting Through the Week, Dr. KellyRae opens a conversation many of us feel every December—but rarely say out loud. Through heartfelt childhood stories, moments of profound loss, and the quiet emotional truths that surface during the holidays, this episode explores why this season feels so heavy… even when we’re smiling. You’ll hear: Why the holidays magnify both the good and the hard How grief, expectation, and memory quietly shape our experiences The unspoken truths so many people carry this time of year Gentle grounding tools to help you navigate the season with more compassion and less pressure This isn’t about forced cheer or pretending everything is okay.It’s about honoring the complexity of being human during the holidays—and giving yourself permission to feel it all. If you’ve ever loved the holidays and struggled through them at the same time, this episode is for you. You’re not alone. And you don’t have to carry this season by yourself.

Holiday Comparison Is Wild… Let’s Talk About What’s Actually Going On Welcome back to Getting Through the Week — the podcast where we take a breath, tell the truth, and remember we’re not the only ones trying to survive the holidays without losing our minds. This week’s episode is a deep (and hilarious) dive into something EVERYONE feels in December but almost no one admits out loud: ✨ Holiday comparison.✨ Worthiness spirals.✨ Gift anxiety.✨ Family-trigger flashbacks.✨ And the shadowy little voice that whispers, “Are you doing enough?” We go there —from the Target candle showdownto the gingerbread house crime sceneto the Olympic-level Christmas-light judgingto the “oh crap, they got me a gift and I didn’t get them one” stomach drop. But beneath the humor is something real: December activates our worthiness wound.Our shadow wakes up.Our nervous system gets loud.And this episode helps you understand WHY — and how to regulate yourself in the moment without making everyone around you wonder if you’re malfunctioning. We walk through: • Why comparison spikes this time of year• The childhood root of “am I enough?”• How both men and women feel this (yes, men too!)• Somatic clues that your shadow is driving• Quick resets to calm your system on the fly• A December self-worth practice that actually sticks And at the end, we talk softly — really softly — about the part of you that’s tired.The part that wants gentleness.The part that doesn’t want to perform strength anymore. That’s where Soft30 comes in. If your whole system is craving a slower, softer, feminine reset as we close out the year, make sure you’re connected with me so you get the link first: 📲 Instagram: @askdrkellyrae📘 Facebook: drkellyraeb🎵 TikTok: drkellyrae🌐 Website: drkellyrae.com📧 Email: drkellyrae@gmail.com This episode will make you laugh, exhale, and feel seen.Let’s get into it. 💛      

The space between Thanksgiving and Christmas has a way of revealing our shadows — the patterns, emotions, and old stories that get louder this time of year.Let’s talk about why this happens and how to move through it without losing yourself in the swirl. #ShadowSeason #HolidayStress #EmotionalHealing #MindsetCoach #SeasonOfReflection #DrKellyRae #GettingThroughTheWeekPodcast

The holidays have a way of stirring the pot — mixing gratitude, grief, joy, old wounds, and new beginnings all in the same breath.And if you’ve ever wondered, “Why does this season feel heavier than it used to?” … this episode was created for you. In this week’s conversation, Dr. KellyRae gets deeply honest about her own evolving relationship with the holidays — from divorce, to losing her mom, to navigating divided family traditions, to learning what it means to make magic as an adult when no one made it for her. You’ll hear:✨ Why emotional whiplash is common this time of year✨ How grief and gratitude can coexist without canceling each other out✨ The pressure women carry to “hold it all together”✨ Why old wounds resurface during holidays — and how to meet them with compassion✨ Practical, gentle ways to care for your nervous system when the family dynamics get loud✨ A few funny stories to remind you you’re not alone in the chaos If the holiday season feels different than it used to… you’re not broken.You’re human. And this episode will help you breathe deeper, soften into your truth, and create a holiday season that feels more like yours — not what the world tells you it should be. And remember: whatever you’re feeling this year… you don’t have to feel it alone. 🤍#WhenGratitudeAndGriefShareTheSameTable#HolidayHealing#EmotionalWellness#MindsetCoach#ShadowWork#WomenOver40#WomenOver50#HealingJourney#GriefAndGratitude#MixedEmotions#HolidayStress#WomenSupportingWomen#InnerPeaceJourney#ThanksgivingWeek#NewPodcastEpisode#PodcastForWomen#MidlifeWellness#YouAreNotAlone

In this episode, we’re talking about the perfect storm so many people are moving through right now — the mix of holiday stress, emotional triggers, Mercury retrograde chaos, and that familiar shadow work that always seems to pop up at the worst possible time. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated, or like your nervous system is one minor inconvenience away from a full shutdown… you’re not alone. And you’re not “regressing.” Your body is speaking before your mind can catch up. We’ll dig into: why your shadow work feels louder during high-stress seasons how the nervous system reacts before logic kicks in the emotional patterns that resurface around the holidays how to recognize old survival responses when they show up simple grounding practices to calm your body and regulate your energy With warmth, humor, and maybe a little holiday-season sarcasm, this episode helps you stay centered, self-aware, and supported — even when life gets loud and your shadow starts acting up. If you’re craving clarity, calm, and deeper understanding of the emotional patterns beneath your reactions… this one’s for you.

As the government shutdown stretches on and uncertainty fills the air, it’s easy to feel frustrated, fearful, or simply numb. But what if this moment — this pause in the system — is actually an invitation? In this week’s episode of Getting Through the Week, Dr. KellyRae explores what happens when “the system” fails — and how we can return to what’s never been broken: our humanity. You’ll hear powerful reflections on:✨ The emotional toll of living in prolonged uncertainty✨ How scarcity triggers our shadow and survival responses✨ The reminder that we were never meant to do life alone✨ Simple, grounded ways to help (and be helped) right now✨ Why gratitude has nothing to do with the table — and everything to do with the people at it If this season has felt heavy or disconnected, this episode is a gentle invitation to slow down, breathe, and remember the quiet power of showing up for one another. Because while the system might shut down… love doesn’t.💛  

In this week’s episode, Dr. KellyRae pulls back the curtain on one of the most powerful emotional manipulations happening in our society today — the creation of “the villain.” From politics to the media, from social feeds to family tables, we’re being conditioned to fear, divide, and defend. But what if the real power isn’t in picking sides — it’s in staying aware? Drawing a striking parallel between abusive relationship patterns and the emotional manipulation happening on a collective scale, Dr. KellyRae explores how fear is used to control and how awareness breaks the spell. You’ll learn:✨ How “manufactured villains” keep us distracted and divided✨ Why your nervous system can’t tell the difference between past trauma and present triggers✨ How to move from reaction to reflection and reclaim your calm✨ And how connection — not outrage — is the most powerful form of resistance This episode isn’t about politics — it’s about psychology, awareness, and remembering our shared humanity. Because when we stop feeding the noise and start tuning into truth, we heal not just ourselves… but the collective. 🕯️ Stay awake. Stay aware. Stay human.

🎙️ Episode Title: Panic Button: When Not to React to It Podcast: Getting Through the Week with Dr. KellyRae When uncertainty hits — whether it’s a government shutdown, a sudden bill, or a curveball life throws your way — your inner panic button can light up fast. Your heart races, your thoughts spiral, and before you know it, you’re reacting from fear instead of awareness. In this episode, Dr. KellyRae explores what happens when our nervous system mistakes discomfort for danger — and how to tell the difference. You’ll learn: 💡 Why your body hits “panic mode” even when you’re not in danger💡 How the shadow self tries to protect you through fear💡 When doing nothing is actually the most empowered choice💡 Simple grounding tools to calm your nervous system in real time Through personal stories, real-life examples, and gentle insight, Dr. KellyRae helps you see that not every alarm needs a reaction — sometimes it’s simply an invitation to pause, breathe, and come back to your own inner safety. Because real power doesn’t come from control… it comes from calm.

We’re more connected than ever — yet so many people feel alone. The truth is, our nervous systems were never designed for constant digital interaction. They were built for presence — for laughter, eye contact, touch, and shared moments that ground us in belonging. In this episode, Dr. KellyRae explores what happens inside our brains and bodies when we connect in person, from neural synchrony to heart-brain resonance, and why that exchange of energy can never be replicated through a screen. You’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of why face-to-face connection matters more than ever — and how to bring more of it into your everyday life.

Have you noticed how heavy the world feels lately? Between the government shutdown, nonstop news updates, and the endless scroll of social media, it’s easy to slip into survival mode. You’re not sad exactly… but you’re not joyful either. You’re just flat. Disconnected. I know that space well, because I’ve lived it too. And what I’ve learned — both personally and through years of working with clients — is that this isn’t just about stress. It’s about how our nervous system and our shadow respond to uncertainty. In this episode, I share:✨ Why joy is often the first thing to disappear in times of chaos✨ How numbing (scrolling, Netflix binges, overeating, overworking) tricks us into thinking we’re “relaxing”✨ Stories of how the shadow holds us back from joy — and what happens when we finally listen✨ Simple tools to reconnect with your body, regulate your nervous system, and rediscover joy in the middle of the noise Because even when life feels overwhelming, your nervous system doesn’t need perfection to feel safe — it just needs presence. And when you start tending to that, joy has a way of sneaking back in. 👉 Tune in to this week’s episode and let’s explore how to move from numb to alive again. For more, visit www.drkellyrae.com or connect directly with me at drkellyrae@gmail.com.

Fear has a sneaky way of showing up — in our late-night scrolling, in our dreams, even in the way our body aches or shuts down. This week’s podcast episode unpacks how fear works, how it connects to your shadow, and what you can do to break free. And if you’re ready to take it deeper, our 6-week Shadow Integration Circle starts soon. Learn more here.

Feeling stuck in the noise of politics, algorithms, and endless trends? In this episode, we explore how government narratives, social media, and even video games shape our thinking — and how to break free. Through stories, science, and a few laughs, discover how to rewire your mind for clarity, resilience, and a life that feels like your own. Shadow Integration Circle https://tinyurl.com/y32hukvf

In a world shaken by tragedy, conspiracy theories, and the weight of nonstop information, how do we slow down, breathe, and truly connect with one another again? In this episode, we explore stories of reconnection, faith, and the power of choosing dialogue over division.

What happens when words are left unchecked and grief meets policy? In this week’s episode, we dive into Charlie Kirk’s death, the mental health crisis, and how our online culture might be feeding violent outcomes. Tune in to Getting Through the Week — this one’s not just hard, it’s necessary.

Ever feel stuck even when you’re doing all the “right” things? Your shadow—the hidden fears, old stories, and beliefs you’ve carried—might be the missing step. I share my personal story of facing fear, standing up for my worth, and uncovering the lies that kept me from asking for more. It’s time to meet your shadow and reclaim your power.

AI isn’t good or evil—it’s a tool. But what happens when it replaces real human connection? From chatbots calling people “oracles” to marriages strained and tragic stories of vulnerability, we explore the psychology of belonging, emotional energy, and the risks of misplaced trust in artificial connections.

Ever come back from a vacation or retreat and feel drained instead of refreshed? In this episode, Dr. KellyRae unpacks why heaviness shows up after “good” moments, how shadow work helps you reclaim your energy, and simple steps to reconnect with your intuition.

Hooked on those TikTok or IG storylines you can’t stop watching? 👀This episode dives into the world of drip-feed drama — why creators like Kendra Hilty keep us coming back, what it’s doing to our focus, and how to reclaim your attention.