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TOP SELF | Tips on Jealousy and Insecurity in Relationships
Shanenn Bryant136 episodesLatest Apr 28, 2026
Struggling with jealousy, insecurity, or self-doubt? Join Pattern Transformation Expert Shanenn Bryant as she combines humor, hard-won wisdom, and practical strategies to help you break free from the patterns keeping you stuck. From 2 AM social media stalking sessions to second-guessing yourself at work, each episode tackles the real struggles women face with jealousy, insecurity and confidence. Shanenn draws from her experience and expertise in attachment theory to help women transform from overwhelming insecurity to unshakeable confidence in both relationships and career. Whether you're battling relationship jealousy or letting imposter syndrome hold you back in the workplace, you'll discover how to recognize your patterns, regulate your emotions, and transform your story.
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What Your Hardest Feelings Are Trying To Tell You w/ Daniel Smith EP 137Jun 2, 20262324Purchase Daniels Book - Hard Feelings: Finding the Wisdom in Our Darkest EmotionsIn this episode of Top Self, Shanenn sits down with psychotherapist and New York Times bestselling author Daniel Smith to explore a question most of us never stop to ask:What if the emotions you're trying hardest to get rid of are actually trying to help you?Whether it's jealousy, shame, envy, regret, or an
Still in Your Jealousy Hangover? Try This. EP 136Apr 28, 20261014You messed up. You spiraled. You said something you wish you could take back. And now you feel terrible — which actually means you're doing something right. Feeling bad after a jealous episode is healthy. It means you care.But there's a difference between feeling bad and living there. And if you're someone who stays in the spiral for hours, days, or even weeks after a jealous episod
Still Mad. Still Wrong. Here's Why. EP 135Apr 7, 20261002You knew you were wrong the second he flipped that phone around. Nothing suspicious. Just a bacon recipe.And somehow you were still annoyed at him.That feeling has a name — and once you understand it, you can’t unsee it.You’ve done the spiral. You built the whole case in your head. And then the truth came out and it was… a bacon recipe. You know you were wrong. They know you were wrong. And someho
You're Already Living Worst Case Scenario EP 134Mar 24, 20261995You’re Already Living the Worst Case ScenarioWhat if the thing you’re most afraid of happening would actually hurt less than what you’re putting yourself through right now? It sounds hard to believe—but there’s real research behind it. In this solo episode, Shanenn digs into why the jealous spiral itself is the worst-case scenario—not the thing you’re afraid of. You’re not waiting for the bad thin
What If Your "What Ifs" Were Wrong EP 133Mar 10, 20261814You know that voice in your head—the one that takes a missed text or a sideways glance and turns it into a full-blown crisis? That's your What If Machine, and it's been running the show for way too long. In this episode, Shanenn breaks down why your brain defaults to worst-case scenarios, where those fear stories actually come from (spoiler: it's usually not your current partner), a
Secure People Just Think Differently EP 132Feb 24, 20261109We're on YouTube - Join us there.In this episode of Top Self, Shanenn explores one of the most confusing and isolating experiences for anyone who struggles with jealousy: watching a secure person stay completely calm in a situation that would send you into a spiral. Starting with a vivid poolside story that will feel painfully relatable, Shanenn breaks down why secure people aren’t blind to w
What It Means When The Spark Is Gone EP 131Feb 10, 20261315Enroll Today for 30 Days to DifferentDoes your relationship feel… quieter lately? The butterflies are gone. The texts are shorter. Affection feels different. And now your brain is spiraling:Did they lose interest? Is this my fault? Is the spark gone?In this episode of Top Self, Shanenn breaks down what’s actually happening when the intensity fades in a long-term relationship — especially if you st
3 Lies Insecurity Tells You Ep 130Feb 3, 20261996🦋. 30 Days to Different is starting soon - ENROLL TODAYInsecurity doesn’t always scream. Sometimes, it whispers lies that keep us stuck.In this solo episode, Shanenn unpacks the three most convincing lies insecurity tells you—and why they feel so real even when they’re not. Whether it’s the urge to check their phone, overanalyze tone, or control every detail in your relationship… this episode will
Get It Out Of Your Jealous Head W/ Annette Furio EP 129Dec 30, 20251714If you’ve ever felt stuck in a mental loop, replaying conversations, spiraling into insecurity, or feeling something is wrong but you can’t quite name it—this episode is for you.In this episode of Top Self, Shanenn sits down with Annette Furio, founder of Season Journals, to talk about how journaling can help you slow down, make sense of your thoughts, and create space between what you feel and ho
Calm You vs. Anxious You. Who's Telling The Truth? EP 128Dec 23, 2025766In this episode of Top Self, Shanenn breaks down a question so many people quietly struggle with—especially this time of year:Why do I feel calm and trusting with my partner sometimes… and anxious, suspicious, or insecure with them at other times—when nothing has actually changed?As the holidays approach and routines shift, old patterns can resurface. Shanenn explains why these emotional swings do
How To Keep Your Reactions From Being Bigger Than the Moment EP 127Dec 16, 20251233In this episode of Top Self, Shanenn breaks down why small moments in your relationship can trigger huge emotional reactions.If you’ve ever felt embarrassed by your reaction, overwhelmed by jealousy, or hijacked by anxiety over something that logically felt minor, this episode explains what’s really happening beneath the surface.Shanenn introduces the concept of emotional agility—the ability to fe
Why Your Anxious Attachment Picks Terrible Partners EP 126Dec 2, 20252408If you've ever thought "I'm too much," felt shame around your jealousy, or struggled with feeling "needy" in relationships, this episode will be a relief and a revelation. Shanenn sits down with Trevor Hansen, coach and founder of The Art of Healing, to dismantle the shame loop of anxious attachment and show how it can be transformed into self-trust and secure connect
You're Not a Jerk, You're a Genius EP 125Nov 18, 20251776🦋 Join the experience - enroll in 30 Days to Different today!In this episode of Top Self, Shanenn flips the script on what it means to be “the jealous one” in a relationship—and trust us, you’ll never see your spirals the same again.Ever swear you’re not going to snoop, spiral, or snap... and then do it anyway? That doesn’t mean you’re some controlling jerk. It means you’ve got a genius-level ne
Do You Need to Change Your Partner or Your Patterns EP 124Oct 28, 20252340Schedule your Discovery Call hereIn this episode of Top Self, Shanenn dives into one of the most exhausting relationship cycles—when you keep second-guessing your partner, breaking up, getting back together, and wondering if they’re “the one.”The truth? Your confusion isn’t about your partner. It’s about your pattern.If you’ve ever caught yourself analyzing every text, tone, or gesture, or if you’
What Would Your Life Be Like If You Weren't Jealous EP 123Oct 21, 20252337Schedule your FREE Discovery CallIn this powerful solo episode, Shanenn cracks open a question many of us quietly carry:“If I weren’t jealous… who would I be?”From the deck of a cruise ship years ago to the emotional trenches of everyday hypervigilance, Shanenn walks you through how jealousy feels like its become your identity—and how to begin shedding it.She reveals why your brain clings to jealo
Is Alcohol Making Your Jealousy Worse EP 122Oct 14, 20252150Schedule your FREE 30-Minute Discovery Call hereIn this episode of Top Self, Shanenn gets real about a silent habit that so many listeners can relate to—but few talk about openly: using alcohol to cope with jealousy, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm in relationships.From the glass of wine that helps you "take the edge off" before date night… to the third drink that leads to a spiral of s
What Does It Mean If Your Partner Flirts EP 121Oct 7, 20251833Schedule your FREE Discovery CallIn this solo episode of Top Self, host Shanenn dives deep into one of the most anxiety-triggering scenarios in relationships: witnessing your partner flirt with someone else. Is it a sign they’re unhappy? Are they secretly interested in someone else? Or…could it mean something entirely different?Drawing from scientific research and her personal journey, Shanenn sha
Why Your Brain Needs To Talk It Out EP 120Sep 23, 20251609Enroll in the Behind Your Jealous Mind Bootcamp starting soon!In this episode of Top Self, Shanenn shares a deeply relatable scenario: it’s 10 p.m., you’re staring at your phone, spiraling over a text that simply says, “Okay, sounds good. Talk to you tomorrow.” If that’s ever sent you into an emotional tailspin, this episode is for you.We explore why relationship insecurity creates an overwhelming
This Is Why Your Partner Is Not Meeting Your Needs EP 119Sep 16, 20251993In this episode of Top Self, Shanenn breaks down one of the most common communication traps in relationships: expecting your partner to read your mind.Whether you're silently hoping your partner just knows you need a hug—or you're dropping hints that never land—this episode is your guide to getting what you actually need without spiraling, snapping, or shutting down.From attachment style
Is This What You Needed To Hear EP 118Aug 5, 20251315In this powerful episode of Top Self, Shanenn Bryant delivers something your inner child may have never received: acknowledgment, validation, and the words you needed most. This episode is a gentle but honest space for anyone who grew up feeling unseen, unprotected, or responsible for everyone else’s emotions.Shanenn talks about how childhood trauma—whether loud or silent—gets stored in the body a
This Childhood Shame Is Holding You Back EP 117Jul 22, 20251451Schedule Your Free Discovery Call TodayIn this episode of Top Self, Shanenn gets deeply personal, sharing the origin of the podcast and a powerful realization about the hidden shame many people carry from their childhoods. If you’ve ever felt like you had to hide how you grew up—because of addiction, dysfunction, or chaos—this episode is a must-listen.She shares the moment she realized she wasn’t
When Safety Feels Scary EP 116Jul 1, 20251025Book your FREE Discovery CallEver started pulling away just when things got good? If calm, consistent love feels boring—or even threatening—you’re not broken. You’re human.In this episode, Shanenn explores why “safe” love can trigger your nervous system, especially if you grew up in chaos or experienced emotionally unpredictable relationships. You’ll learn:Why peace can feel like a red flag to a d
Tapping Into Emotional Freedom W/ Amy Vincze EP 115Jun 24, 20252875Book Your FREE Discovery Call With ShanennWatch on my Youtube Channel hereIn this episode of Top Self, Shanenn welcomes tapping expert Amy Vincze to explore how tapping can help release jealousy, insecurity, and emotional triggers. With over 17 years of experience, Amy shares how she went from skeptic to certified coach—using tapping to navigate personal trauma, anxiety, and even breast cancer rec
3 Stages of Jealousy Management EP 114Jun 10, 20252082Book your FREE Discovery Call to see how I can help.🎧 In this episode of Top Self, Shanenn breaks down the 3 stages of jealousy that sabotage emotional security—and how to work through them.If you’ve ever felt stuck in spirals, constantly checking your partner’s phone, or craving reassurance just to get through the day—this episode is for you.Through her own experience and years of coaching client
A Nervous System Reset For Jealousy EP 113May 27, 20252026In this episode of Top Self, Shanenn unpacks one of the most misunderstood truths about jealousy: it doesn’t start in your mind—it starts in your body.If you’ve ever told yourself “I’m just going to think positive thoughts” or “I’ll be chill tonight”—only to spiral the moment your partner picks up their phone—then go ahead and hit play now.Shanenn introduces a nervous system-based approach to jeal
Unhealthy Thought Patterns And How To Spot Them w/ Amy Kemp EP 112May 20, 20251977In this episode of Top Self, Shanenn sits down with thought habit strategist and author Amy Kemp to unpack one of the most damaging patterns women struggle with—tying our self-worth to performance.From subconscious thought loops to resentment signals, Amy shares the surprising truth behind why we feel exhausted, unseen, and over-obligated—and what we can do to reclaim our identity and energy.If yo
5 Daily Gratitude Habits to Quiet Anxiety and Reclaim Joy w/ Dr. Peggy DeLong EP 111May 13, 20251797In this episode of Top Self, Shanenn sits down with clinical psychologist and gratitude expert Dr. Peggy DeLong known as The Gratitude Psychologist to explore how gratitude can be a lifeline in life’s hardest seasons.Whether you’re navigating grief, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm, Peggy shares the science and soul behind why gratitude is most powerful on your worst days not your best. From the mo
Detach From These If You Want Love, Peace, And Clarity w/ Bob Rosen EP 110Apr 22, 20251886In this episode of Top Self, Shanenn sits down with psychologist, leadership advisor, and author Bob Rosen to explore what it really means to let go—not of people, but of the stories, fears, and beliefs that silently run your life.Whether you’re obsessively checking your partner’s texts, chasing success but never feeling satisfied, or stuck in pain from your past, Bob’s message is clear: your atta
Are You Guilty Of This Common Habit That Destroys Relationships w/ Jessica Higgins EP 109Apr 15, 20252735In this episode of Top Self, Shanenn sits down with relationship and communication expert Dr. Jessica Higgins to unpack one of the sneakiest relationship saboteurs: criticism. Whether you’re nitpicking over the garage door or bottling resentment until it explodes, criticism can quietly damage your emotional connection. Dr. Higgins breaks down why we criticize, how it's often tied to fear, ins
You Can't Control Others But THIS Question Will Change Everything w/ Leah Lemberg 108Apr 1, 20252074In this powerful episode of Top Self, host Shanenn Bryant sits down with Leah Lemberg, who shares her remarkable journey from growing up in an alcoholic home to becoming 16 years sober and helping others transform their lives. From IV drug use at 18 to finding sobriety and purpose, Leah's story offers hope and practical wisdom for anyone struggling with addiction, unhealthy patterns, or leade
Uninstall Your Triggers w/ Dr. Greg Stewart EP 107Mar 18, 20252075In this episode of Top Self, Shanenn sits down with Dr. Greg Stewart, counselor, executive coach, and author to explore why insecurity might be the most valuable emotion we experience. Dr. Stewart shares his powerful framework for understanding emotional triggers and reveals how owning our insecurities can be the key to personal freedom.From his concept of "the house of your heart" to pr
Reframing Friction For Relationship Growth w/ Dr. Rachel Glik EP 106Mar 4, 20251773In this episode of Top Self, Shanenn sits down with Dr. Rachel Glik, a licensed professional counselor with over 30 years of experience as a couples and individual therapist. Dr. Glik shares insights from her new book "Soulful Marriage: Healing your Relationship with Responsibility, Growth, Priority, and Purpose," offering her thoughts on how to nurture lasting love and embrace conflict
The Jealousy Scale - From OK to No Way: A We're Not Fine & Top Self Collaboration EP 105Feb 18, 20253363🤣 🤣 Get ready to laugh your way through relationship real talk! In this episode, we're joined by the hilarious duo from the "We're Not Fine" podcast - relationship therapist Dr. Talia Jackson and Doug Jensen - for an unfiltered discussion about those "Is this normal?" relationship questions.Shanenn, Talia, and Doug dive into:The great memorabilia debate: Is it okay t
The Sneaky Way Your Past is Picking Your Partners w/ Dr. Christie Kederian EP 104Feb 13, 20252364❤️ The Date Doctor is Here!In this episode of Top Self, we sit down with Dr. Christie Kederian, renowned relationship therapist, former eHarmony matchmaker, and author of the upcoming book "Ten Dates to Your Soulmate." Dr. K shares her expert insights on building healthy relationships, understanding family dynamics, and navigating the modern dating landscape with authenticity and purpose
Get Rid Of This Survival Skill EP 103Feb 4, 20251680In this powerful episode, Shanenn opens up about childhood trauma and how it shapes our relationship behaviors through hypervigilance.Episode HighlightsThe development of hypervigilance as a childhood survival skillHow childhood experiences with alcoholic parents can create heightened threat detection systemsWhy hypervigilance often gets mistaken for good intuitionThe physical and emotional toll o
How To Be Happy w/ Tia Graham Ep 102Jan 28, 20251324Wanna know the science behind being happier? Check out this week's episode with Tedx speaker and happiness expert Tia Graham.Tia Graham shares some powerful stuff about choosing happiness, managing triggers, and transforming childhood trauma. From practical happiness frameworks to deeply personal stories about motherhood and healing, this episode is jammed packed with valuable tools for anyo
Who Can You Trust? Ep 101Jan 21, 20251322Ever caught yourself having a meltdown or giving your partner the cold shoulder because you're feeling insecure? (Been there, done that!) In this follow-up to our conversation with Dr. Brittany McGeehan, we're going in hard on a game-changing truth: the only person who can't abandon you is yourself. Get ready for some fiery talk about self-trust, validation-seeking, and why your i
Stop Acting Like His Mother w/ Dr. Brittany McGeehan Ep: 100Jan 14, 20251905This episode is fire! 🔥In this episode of Top Self, Shanenn talks with Dr. Brittany McGeehan, who dropped a major truth bomb that made her stop everything: You’ll have to hit play to hear it. This may be the only thing you need to hear today! Dr. McGeehan, a licensed psychologist and performance coach specializing in empowering high-achieving female CEOs, shares the "Drama Triangle" a
The Next Chapter EP 99Jan 7, 2025770Shanenn understands how deeply our patterns are embedded in every corner of our existence. It turns out that relationship anxiety isn't just an isolated phenomenon – it's part of a larger tapestry of how we navigate life's complexities.What We're Diving Into:The revelation that your inner critic has apparently developed a rather impressive portfolio, showing up everywhere in yo
New Year, New Thoughts EP 98Dec 31, 2024438What will you be thinking ONE YEAR from now?Will it be the same thoughts you're having today? Will you're focus be on the same things?In this episode, we explore how your life could look totally different one year from now and why your thoughts might be your biggest obstacle to change. Shanenn gives an example of what she calls "heavy thinking" or better known as a thought spi
Why Shame Is Sabotaging Your Relationship (and what to do instead) EP 97Dec 26, 2024865🎁 Only a few days left to claim your "Pay-What-You-Can" Coaching Session with me.This episode talks about the crucial difference between guilt and shame, and why one might be secretly sabotaging your relationship growth.Shanenn shares:• How guilt is like your relationship GPS - letting you know when you've made a wrong turn, while shame is more like a brick wall blocking all possib
The Connection Formula: Are You Wasting Your Time Worrying? Ep 96Dec 17, 20242150Do you enjoy how you're currently spending your time? Do you feel like you use your time wisely? When I am insecure and jealous, I don't! When you're feeling jealous, most likely you are spending your very precious time thinking about your partner rather than spending it on things that bring you joy, not a stomach ache.In this episode, Shanenn and Dr. Adam Dorsay talk about the c
Why Your "Everyone Cheats On Me" Story Might Be More Fiction Than Fact Ep 95Dec 10, 20241250Ever felt like you're starring in your own personal soap opera where every relationship ends with infidelity? Host Shanenn Bryant unpacks her own journey from "everyone cheats on me" to "huh, maybe I should check my math" in this eye-opening episode.Key Takeaways:A shocking 50% of our memories aren't even accurate (Thanks, Dr. Joe Dispenza, for this incredibly eye-ope
The 'Just So You Know I Know' Protection Strategy EP 94Nov 26, 20241325Ever catch yourself saying "just so you know, I know what you COULD be doing" to your partner... even when you're pretty sure they're innocent? In this episode, Shanenn's calling you out when she gets into why we sometimes choose accusation over acceptance, even when our rational brain is screaming the obvious.THE HEART OF ITThe moment your logical brain offers the truth (
Why You Control And How To Let Go Of It w/ Joanna Kleinman EP 93Nov 19, 20241952🎙️ Where my freaks at? Control Freaks that is. In this episode, we dive deep with psychologist and author Joanna Kleinman to unpack why that voice in your head is working harder than a barista during morning rush hour. Shanenn and Joanna talk about: How your inner critic is just like the mean girl at school when you were growing up and she's been messing with you since you lost your firs
The #1 Question To Ask Yourself: Am I Being Honest? EP 92Nov 12, 20242475In this episode of Top Self, Shanenn's guest, award-winning psychologist Dr. Courtney Warren opens up about her own struggles with relationship insecurity and shares her thoughts about the lies we tell ourselves. From crying when her college boyfriend went out with friends to becoming an expert on self-deception, Dr. Warren's personal journey and professional wisdom offer hope for anyone
How To Recover With Your Partner Quickly After A Jealous Meltdown EP 91Nov 5, 20241982Feel like your relationship is hanging on by a thread? Do you wonder if too much damage has been done to the relationship? I was there too but you can turn things around. Your relationship can recover from this, but it's might take you going against how you normally feel after an argument to make a difference. It may take you recovering quickly instead of letting the shame and guilt of yo
Break Free From The Identity Of Jealousy EP 90Oct 29, 20241675🎉 Special Announcement:Join our FREE Two-Day Self-Discovery Workshop!Dates: November 4th & 5th at 1:00 pm ETRegister at: topself.com/workshopI'm talking about you on this week's episode. The REAL you. Often we think we have to transform into someone else to overcome jealousy and insecurity and that seems like a huge feat to become your future self you want to be.However, you alread
How To Know What You Need EP 89Oct 8, 20241838Feeling needy? Do you feel like you're high-maintenance and your constantly asking for things from your partner to make you feel better?It has everything to do with your core wounds and your relationship to self. In this episode, Shanenn share's her acronym S.E.L.F to learn how to identify your personality needs and how to self-source those needs.She shares the importance of becoming t
Why Your Friends Don't Freak Out Like You w/ Jessica DaSilva EP 88Oct 1, 20241957How we attach in relationships is everything! That's why we talk about it so much on the podcast and this episode is full of attachment style nuggets you're not going to want to miss. This week, Shanenn has none other than licensed marriage and family therapist and attachment coach Jessica DaSilva. Jessica not only shares her own experiences as a former fearful avoidant but discussed a
What You're Doing Isn't Working and Here's Why EP 87Sep 24, 20241587If you've been feeling like you are not strong enough to conquer this jealousy thing or you just dont have what it takes to change your life around, I'm here to tell you, that's not it. That's not why so stop beating yourself up. You may just being going about it in the wrong way.In this episode, Shanenn talks about the struggles of managing jealousy and insecurity despite tr
Why Your Relationship Hasn't Changed w/ Abby Haverman EP 86Aug 27, 20241793Ever been caught in the whirlwind of 'should I or shouldn't I?' when it comes to relationships? This episode takes a deep dive into the life-changing realization that the real question isn't about what to do, but about who you want to be. Do you want to be a jealous, anxious person or someone who trusts and opens their heart? Tune in to learn how settling your internal chaos ca
You Don't Deserve This EP 85Aug 13, 20241557The one thing I hear so much is how ashamed you are about being jealous, it actually even affects the growth of this podcast because you don't share it with your friends and family because you don't want them to know you're this way. But I know you don't want to be this way and I also know that unfortunately you feel as ashamed and judgement because people will say your crazy,
Recognizing Your Patterns Through Body Talk w/ Michelle Brown EP 84Aug 6, 20241789In this episode of the Top Self podcast, I talk with Michelle Brown, a functional nutrition and lifestyle practitioner with a specialty in the biology of trauma. Michelle explains how trauma affects the body's nervous system and the importance of addressing both mind and body to heal. This episode is a good reminder that other factors are at play within our body when it comes to jealousy and
Financial Trust and Transparency w/ Coaches Shana & Vanessa EP 83Jul 30, 20242018In this episode, master financial coaches, Shana and Vanessa, who co-host the Financial Coaching for Women podcast, which ranks in the top 1.5% worldwide and stays in the top 10 "How To" podcasts on Apple in the US AND they are on Top Self today to discuss how financial transparency and trust are crucial in relationships. Backed by five years of hands-on experience as financial coaches a
From Rock Bottom To Recovery EP 82Jul 9, 20241675If you are someone who is a recovering alcoholic or thinking about getting sober, you're in the right place my friend. Addiction is tough and I have seen it throughout my family and others families and it can be so destructive. Join myself and Rachel Harrison as she talks a bit about her recovery, how she is different today in many ways other than just being sober. I hope this episode can
Behind Your Cheating Mind EP 81Jul 2, 20241270Today is heavy and you may feel called out a bit and it just might feel uncomfortable. Just like jealousy, this topic may feel shameful too but you are not alone in this either. I'm talking about cheating and not your partner cheating... you cheating. I'll cover possible reasons this might be something you do or have done in the past. Its a short one but I hear it enough and I know yo
Do You Still Love Me EP 80Jun 25, 2024972I am flying solo in today's episode and wanted to discuss just a few takeaways from my last guest Topaz Adizes and our conversation about the questions we ask and why we ask them.It's a quick dump episode but an important one when it comes to communicating with our partners and the reassurance questions we ask over and over again.Schedule your FREE Discovery Call to see how I can help.Ch
Ask Your Partner Better Questions w/ Topaz Adizes EP 79Jun 18, 20242020Feel like your asking the same questions over and over again to your partner? Does it seem like you already know what you want the answer to be? Wonder why your conversations often seem to escalate when you ask your burning question? Is your partner getting a little on the defensive side and maybe feel like their back is against the wall when answering.It's very possible we're not ask
What's Behind Your Jealous Mind w/ Thais Gibson EP 78Jun 11, 20243779This episode includes LIFE CHANGING information from Thais Gibson, that years from now, you're going to remember listening to it and know it was the pivotal moment that set you on a path of transformation. As a leading figure in personal development, Thais is the co-founder of the Personal Development School and an expert in attachment theory. Wonder why no matter how much you tell yourself
It Makes Perfect Sense You Feel This Way EP 77Jun 4, 20241016I absolutely can't stand it when I hear people say "you have to just get over it". Or especially things like.. you're crazy, or you're nuts when they are referring to you being jealous. There is such a stigma around "being jealous" that people seem to just have no tolerance for. Yes, I understand it is not healthy, yes I understand its not something to pass off
The Myth Of Positive Thinking w/ Dr. Eddie O'Connor EP 76May 28, 20241675Schedule your FREE, 30-minute Discovery Call to see how I can help.You've been told to "Think Positive" so many times in your life and this could be keeping you stuck. According to my guest today, Dr. Eddie O'Connor, a clinical psychologist and host of 'The Psychology of Performance', shares his insights on the detrimental effects of positive thinking when misapplied
How To Get What You Need Instead Of Nagging For What You Want w/ Dr. Abby Medcalf EP 75May 21, 20241791Every time you catch yourself nagging from here on out, you're going to remember this episode.I have such a FIRE guest today. Dr. Abby Medcalf, a relationship expert, psychologist, author, podcast host, and TEDx speaker and she delivers some hard core truths in her very no-nonsense kind of way and one of them is...Don't Have A Victim MentalityRemember your mom saying, you're drivin
3 Reasons You’re Not Taking This Step >> BONUS EP 74May 14, 20241538The Trust Building Bootcamp is starting soon and if you haven't joined yet, you want to listen to this episode.I had in my head that if there had been something like this available for me when I was going through my jealousy and seeking resources, I would have jumped all over it. And then... just as we learn to do with jealousy, I questioned that thought. Would I have? Would I have signed
The Most Important Relationship You Can Have w/ Katarina Polonska EP 73May 7, 20241890Trigger Warning.... sorta.... Not only is she Oxford trained smart, she's beautiful as well. The talented Katarina Polonska is my guest today and she's talking about the most important relationship of all. The relationship you have with yourself. She shares:the importance of trusting oneself how to start building a healthy relationship with yourselfthe pivotal role of attachment theory
Beauty Beyond Skin Deep w/ Dr. Mary Alice Mina EP 72Apr 16, 20242026In a world constantly bombarding us with images of youth and perfection, navigating getting older can sometimes feel quite frankly... sad. Dr. Mary Alice Mina, a Harvard-trained dermatologist and I talk about the entire spectrum from changes in our bodies to shifts in our mindset, and how embracing all of it requires a balance of self-care and self-acceptance.She shares:her thoughts on cosmetic p
Baby Mama and Ex Drama EP 71Apr 9, 20241001Sizzle, sizzle! This is a hot topic and one I hear a lot of drama around and it makes perfect sense of why the ex or mother of your partner's child might be a area of insecurity for you.I tackle the sensitive topics of dealing with ex-partners and the dynamics they play in your relationshiptry to get you to reconsider how much information needs to be shared about past relationshipsshare an e
3 F's to Dressing and Feeling Confident w/ Jessica Papineau EP 70Apr 2, 20242231Do you remember the last time you got ready to go somewhere, an event, or to work or to church, or just to hang out with your friends and you felt really good about the way you looked. Like you maybe even said to yourself, I feel good, I look good? It's not about how you look but about how you FEEL and today's guest is an expert at making women feel good about themselves both inside an
Overcoming Overthinking And How To Calm Your Anxiety w/ Heather Lillico EP 69Mar 26, 20241745I know you have a million thoughts going on in your head right now so before you click "play" on this episode really commit to listening to it with as little amount of distractions as possible because in this episode of the Top Self Podcast, I am talking with wellness practitioner Heather Lillico about strategies for managing anxiety, particularly for overthinkers, perfectionists, and p
Give Yourself A Break And Your Partner Some Space Ep 68Mar 19, 20241785A couple weeks ago, my guest Dr. Corey Allen dropped 2 mind-shifting, bombs on the podcast and I was worried that maybe you were in anxiety mode with a swirl of thoughts running through your mind as you were listening and might have missed them. So, I decided to do a whole episode on the 2 nuggets so this time, you really need to concentrate and let it sink in.Here's a run down of the highli
Ok, So You've Got Trust Issues w/ Shannon Sauer-Zavala EP 67Mar 12, 20241485I have a major crush on what today's guest is doing. She is working on a treatment module for trust. Thank goodness for people like clinical psychologist. Shannon Sauer-Zavala. She talks about understanding the function of behavior and that there's a reason you're thinking the way you do.Because people think about trust in a black and white way, she shares a trust exercise called
When The Hot And Heavy Turns To Just Heavy w/ Dr. Corey Allen EP 66Mar 5, 20242016As most of us Jealousy Junkies are clinging on to our partners. Marriage and Sex Therapist Dr. Corey Allen says... a couple's problems could be a result of them being too close. Not leaving room for individuality. I thought this was a really important message I wanted you to hear because it isn't smothering in the way we make it out to be... it means there is too tight of a grip for
Meltdown Metrics: Evaluating the Before, During, and After EP 65Feb 27, 20241284It's so good to be back in the swing of things and to do a solo episode with you. The exercise I share with you in today's episode is one I did as I was starting to notice improvements in myself with my jealousy and I wanted to share it with you. You have to DO the work not just hear about it so make sure to go the show notes or to topself.com/evaluation and download the worksheet to u
Trust, Communicating, and Couples Therapy w/ Dr. Bruce Chalmer Ep 64Feb 20, 20242180Ever wanted to get inside the mind of a couples therapist and ask questions? Well, in today's episode, I took full advantage of having the great couples therapist, Dr. Bruce Chalmer on and I asked some burning questions for you like:How to get your partner to go to therapy when they don't want toWhat's the first thing you would do if you were working with a couple with jealousy in
Facing Your Fear of the Unknown and Unpredictable w/ Dr. Jisunny Fisher Ep 63Feb 13, 20241949Today I interview bestselling author, psychologist and happiness coach, Dr. Jisunny Fisher about how to face the fear of the unknown and unpredictable. Dr. Fisher talks about the human inclination towards avoiding pain over pursuing pleasure and the neural evolution of the human brain into three parts - reptilian, mammalian and human - and how specific fears are associated with each part.She walks
Why You Feel All Over the Place: Female Physiology w/ Jenny Swisher EP 62Feb 6, 20242377Did you know, a women's body follows infradian rhythm? Well, better late than never on me getting this episode out but this is the final episode to wrap up the physical health month that was supposed to go out in January BUT... Jenny Swisher is a personal trainer, nutrition specialist, and health practitioner, and we have a great discussion about women's hormones, cycle syncing, and phy
The #1 Thing Between You and Change EP 61Jan 23, 20241723In today's episode I share a recent personal journey that intertwines physical health and emotional wellbeing, using my own 10-day detox diet as a parallel to overcoming jealousy. Its all about the power of choice. From the challenges of an incredible detox program to the challenges typically faced when overcoming jealousy. I share my experiences and introduce the concept of the 'jealou
How to Stabilize Your Jealousy and Your Blood Sugar Level w/ Dr. Ben Galyardt EP 60Jan 9, 20242422He's a social media phenomenon and and author of the book "Blood Sugar Doesn't Lie", Dr. Ben Galyardt is my guest today. We share the same philosophy of... treat the root cause, not the symptom. You wont believe how much food is tied to not just your mood but perhaps some other things going on that have been bothering you. And, did you know, constant spikes in your blood sug
Your Anxious Mood Could be Amplified By Your Food w/ Tina Hong EP 59Jan 2, 20242451Did you know your food can affect your mood? I thought I was just in a bad mood. Turns out, it could be the food I ate. :)Go beyond your typical New Year's resolutions and redefine your relationship with food, your body, and your well-being. Our special guest, Tina Hong, an accomplished Executive Health and Wellness Coach and NLP mindset practitioner, shares the path for women seeking no
How to Differentiate Fear and Intuition for a Better Life EP 58 [REPLAY]Dec 19, 20232063What if you could decode the mysterious signals your body and mind send you every day? Together with mindset coach, Dr. Ashley Greer, we'll discuss how a clear mind can help differentiate between fear and intuition. As we walk you through the process of sitting with your emotions, expect to explore how your own thought patterns could reshape how you approach your everyday life.Did you know yo