Send us a text In this deeply honest and emotional episode of My Self Care Shi*, Kathy Love sits down with her dear friend Chason for a raw conversation about addiction, trauma, forgiveness, worthiness, and what true self-care actually looks like when the mask finally comes off. Chason shares his life journey—from childhood abuse, addiction, homelessness, and survival, to healing, service, and founding Transformation Kitchen—a nonprofit built on dignity, community, and second chances. This co...
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Send us a text In this deeply honest and emotional episode of My Self Care Shi*, Kathy Love sits down with her dear friend Chason for a raw conversation about addiction, trauma, forgiveness, worthiness, and what true self-care actually looks like when the mask finally comes off. Chason shares his life journey—from childhood abuse, addiction, homelessness, and survival, to healing, service, and founding Transformation Kitchen—a nonprofit built on dignity, community, and second chances. This co...
Send us a text In this deeply honest and emotional episode of My Self Care Shi*, Kathy Love sits down with her dear friend Chason for a raw conversation about addiction, trauma, forgiveness, worthiness, and what true self-care actually looks like when the mask finally comes off. Chason shares his life journey—from childhood abuse, addiction, homelessness, and survival, to healing, service, and founding Transformation Kitchen—a nonprofit built on dignity, community, and second chances. This co...
Send us a text In this raw and soul-stirring episode of the Self-Care Sht* podcast, host Kathy Love sits down with Erica Bonham, a therapist, author, and somatic trauma specialist whose work blends science, spirituality, and deep humanity. Together they unpack what it really means to heal the “not-so-pretty parts” of ourselves—those stories, sensations, and inherited wounds that live beneath the surface. Erica shares how her own journey through adoption, sobriety, and family trauma shaped her...
Send us a text In this uplifting episode of the Self-Care Sht* podcast, host Kathy Love sits down with her friend Clayton, a leadership trainer and mindfulness teacher, to explore how a 20-year finance career evolved into a life devoted to presence, service, and practical self-care. Clayton shares the inflection point that changed everything: a values-based approach to money (inspired by George Kinder) that unexpectedly led him out of finance and into not-for-profit work, meditation, and even...
Send us a text High-end boudoir photographer and empowerment coach Lindsay Hite (Show Your Spark, Boston) joins me to talk about why her studio experience is far more than photos—it’s a nervous-system-aware, hospitality-inspired container for women (and those who identify as women) to see themselves with new eyes. We get into body image, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, EFT/tapping, hypnosis, and how one day in the studio can become an anchor for lasting self-worth. I also share my own sessi...
Send us a text In this heartfelt and raw conversation, Doug and I explore the journey of self-discovery, breaking free from codependency, and the power of truly knowing yourself. Doug shares his story of how he spent most of his life letting others define him, until he had a profound awakening that led him to embrace self-love and ownership of his identity. We dive into the importance of personality assessments like the MBTI, the Enneagram, and even human design in helping us understand ourse...
Send us a text Author and writer Abby Rosmarin takes us through the healing journey that led to her new book, The Year of Dating Myself: How My Solo Tour Healed More Than Just My Heartbreak. After years of jumping from relationship to relationship, Abby decided to break the cycle and take a year to rediscover herself—not through dating others, but by dating herself. In this conversation, Abby shares her raw experience of learning to be comfortable in her own company, setting boundaries, and l...
Send us a text Retired U.S. Army officer and mental performance/leadership coach Andy Riise (NFL Chicago Bears, University professor, Speaker) breaks down self-care as mental fitness—the inside-out training that lets athletes, leaders, parents, and teams perform under pressure. Andy shares his “mental mechanic” approach, the Survive → Cope → Thrive bridge model, and a simple daily check-in (1–10) to “fight to the right.” We talk stress, confidence, burnout, performance anxiety, and why aiming...
Send us a text Executive coach and fractional CHRO Lauren Lefkowitz gets real about how “fine” keeps high-achievers stuck—and what it actually takes to build a sustainable career and life. Lauren shares the jaw-dropping moment that forced her to stop people-pleasing (yes, it involved a Roomba and two broken shoulders), and how she rebuilt with boundaries, therapy, guided meditation, accountability, and celebration. We unpack codependency at work, the fear of being labeled “lazy,” and why sayi...
Send us a text What if your greatest fears could become the gateway to living your most authentic life? In this illuminating conversation with transformational success coach Heather Vickery, we explore the powerful intersection of human design and subconscious reprogramming—two complementary approaches that can help you truly know, like, and trust yourself. Heather unpacks the fascinating world of human design, a scientific self-discovery system that reveals how you're uniquely designed to e...
Send us a text In this episode, Kathy Love sits down with her dear friend, Courtney Turich, Global VP of Sales and Marketing for Cooler Heads, Shark Tank alum, and host of the Bold Moves, Confident Choices podcast. They discuss the power of embracing boldness, making confident choices, and the importance of being unapologetically yourself. Courtney shares her personal journey of embracing authenticity, self-care, and stepping into her power, while offering insights into how anyone can e...
Send us a text In this episode, Kathy Love sits down with Scott McGregor, publisher of Outlier Magazine, founder of The Outlier Project and Something New, and a four-time author. Together, they explore how building deep, meaningful relationships has shaped Scott's success and personal growth. Through their conversation, they highlight how relationship-building is a form of self-care, fostering both personal fulfillment and professional success. Tune in for insights into how cultivating genuin...
Send us a text In today’s episode, Kathy Love discusses a subtle but telling sign of codependency: the automatic negative thoughts that arise when others reach out to you. Kathy shares a few personal examples of how these split-second thoughts can reveal deeper patterns of insecurity and self-doubt. She also offers tips for recognizing these thoughts and shifting your perspective to break free from codependent behavior. Tune in for insights on how to catch yourself in the act of codependency ...
Send us a text Trigger Warning: This episode may include discussions of emotional distress and suicidal ideation. If you’re in crisis, please reach out for support—call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. In this powerful solo episode, Kathy Love opens her journal from April 2016 and reads two deeply personal entries—one written on a day filled with pain and fear, and the next on a day filled with questions and hope. She reflects on how even in her darkest moments, she was plant...
Send us a text In this episode, Kathy Love is joined by Jennifer Chapman, Founder of Just Commit Coaching, Coach, Speaker, Stroke Survivor who helps high-performing leaders break free from their limitations and lead from within. With a powerful personal story and a heart for helping others navigate change, Jennifer shares her insights on the power of adaptability. As someone who has faced major life changes, including surviving a stroke, Jennifer explains how adaptability can be cultivated an...
Send us a text Guest: Jessica Dean, Nutrition Expert and Intuitive Eating Coach Episode Overview: In today’s episode, Kathy Love is joined by her long-time friend and nutrition expert, Jessica Dean, for an enlightening conversation about intuitive eating, self-care, and the powerful connection between food and healing. Jessica shares her personal journey of shifting from disordered eating patterns to embracing nourishment as self-care, and how she now helps others, particularly women, heal ...
Send us a text Description: In today’s episode, I’m joined by Keri-Lynne (KL) Shaw, founder and CEO of The Salary Bump and a TOP Advisor at The Outlier Project. KL and I dive deep into the connection between salary negotiation and self-care, exploring how stepping into your power—whether in your career or your personal life—is a transformative act of self-love. We discuss how trust, self-worth, and intuition play a pivotal role in advocating for yourself, both at work and beyond. Show Note...
Send us a text 🎧 Description: In this heartfelt episode, I share the inspiring story of my youngest client ever — a 13-year-old young woman on the cusp of high school. What started with her reading My Self Care Sht: The Workbook* turned into some of the deepest, most powerful conversations I've ever had as a coach. Together, we explore how early experiences with friendship, bullying, people-pleasing, and boundary-setting shape us—and why healing from codependency isn't just adult work. It's e...
Send us a text Sande Golgart opens up about his personal transformation, revealing the importance of releasing control, embracing vulnerability, and cultivating awareness. This conversation is a deep dive into how we can all learn to be more present, take better care of ourselves, and live more freely. Show Notes: Kathy Love chats with Sande Golgart, a coach and friend who has helped her take the leap in launching her podcast and in her personal growth. Sandy shares the profound journey he's...
Send us a text Welcome to the first episode of My Self-Care Shit, the podcast where we dive deep into what true self-care really looks like—and it’s not just about bubble baths and massages. I’m your host, Kathy Love, and this is the beginning of a journey we’re going to take together. In this first episode, I talk about how I finally hit record after months of procrastination, the journey that led me to truly understand self-care, and why it’s so much more than the clichés we often hear. I’l...
Send us a text In this episode of My Self-Care Shit, Kathy Love sits down with Amy Morgan, a seasoned nurse with over 19 years of experience, to talk about the unique challenges nurses face when it comes to self-care. As caregivers, nurses often find themselves putting their own needs aside while caring for others, which can lead to burnout, exhaustion, and a lack of emotional balance. Amy shares her journey of learning to prioritize herself while navigating the demands of a high-pressure pro...
Send us a text In this deeply honest and emotional episode of My Self Care Shi*, Kathy Love sits down with her dear friend Chason for a raw conversation about addiction, trauma, forgiveness, worthiness, and what true self-care actually looks like when the mask finally comes off. Chason shares his life journey—from childhood abuse, addiction, homelessness, and survival, to healing, service, and founding Transformation Kitchen—a nonprofit built on dignity, community, and second chances. This co...
