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The Flynn Skidmore Podcast

The Flynn Skidmore Podcast

Flynn Skidmore 73 Episodes Jun 5, 2026

The Flynn Skidmore Podcast is hosted by therapist Flynn Skidmore and focuses on personal growth and human development. Each episode explores practical tools and perspectives for creating a more fulfilling life. Conversations cover self-understanding, relationships, love, abundance, and wealth. Listeners are encouraged to clarify who they want to become and take steps toward that vision.

Episodes

The Concept of Traumatizability
The Concept of Traumatizability Jun 5, 2026 887 There is probably a spectrum of traumatizability. Some people, for reasons that span psychology, biology, spirituality, and beyond, just don't deeply internalize damage the way the world expects them to.I share something I have carried for nearly 20 years: a vague sense that a sexual violation happened to me when I was young, which became as close to confirmation as I will probably ever get d
When Is This Version of You Ready to Die
When Is This Version of You Ready to Die Jun 3, 2026 1094 If you’d like to continue this conversation with me live, join us this Friday in The Membership.The central question: is violent self-murder ever necessary, or is it actually the part of us refusing to consent to a death that's already trying to happen?I share what came up for me sitting with that question, starting with a week of post-dental agony that led me to something I want you to feel
My Jealousy Journey
My Jealousy Journey Jun 2, 2026 987 If you’d like to continue this conversation with me live, join us this Friday in The Membership.In the first seven months of my relationship with Julia, I was jealous. Not hyper controlling, but a silent suffering that verged on obsessive compulsiveness. I was beginning and ending my days with anguish, rage, despair, blame, and frustration.I share the full arc of that experience, what triggered it
Welcome to The Flynn Skidmore Podcast!
Welcome to The Flynn Skidmore Podcast! Mar 30, 2026 35 Welcome to The Flynn Skidmore Podcast.I'm Flynn, and this podcast is for learning to light your soul on fire and become exactly who you want to be. Ways to Work with MeJoin the membership here for weekly live discussionsApply to join a future The Way of Mastery small group cohort1:1 with me
Exploring the Intricacies of Shame and What it Means to be Embodied with Dr. Scott Lyons
Exploring the Intricacies of Shame and What it Means to be Embodied with Dr. Scott Lyons Jul 31, 2025 4666 In today's episode, I speak with holistic psychologist, educator and author, Dr. Scott Lyons. Scott is a world-class body-based trauma expert, helping people break free from cycles of pain, limiting beliefs, and trauma. In this conversation, we explore cyclical thoughts, shame and its effects, positive and toxic shame, self-actualization, social isolation and loneliness, and what it means to
The Emotion You Fear Most
The Emotion You Fear Most Dec 11, 2024 1365 In this episode, I explore the often-overlooked fear of joy and the profound impact it has on our lives. Through a powerful client story and reflections on my personal journey, I uncover the ways early life experiences teach us to repress joy as a survival strategy. Together, we examine how these patterns shape our personality, relationships, and creative potential, often keeping us disconnected f
What It's Like to Want to Die
What It's Like to Want to Die Dec 4, 2024 1703 In this episode, I delve into the journey of navigating darkness and discovering the beauty that emerges when we embrace our contradictions. I share my personal experience of living out of alignment with my true self, the pain of hiding behind masks, and the profound transformation that comes from aligning your external reality with your internal truth.Through the lens of congruence—where your inn
A Meditation to Grow your Desires
A Meditation to Grow your Desires Nov 27, 2024 1228 In this episode, I guide you through a powerful meditation designed to help your desires feel safe to grow and flourish. I’ll help you create a space where you can explore what you truly want, hold space for the fears that may arise, and transform them with warmth and tenderness. This practice allows you to connect with your desires, understand their potential, and create an environment where they
The True Cost of Isolation and The Power of Belonging
The True Cost of Isolation and The Power of Belonging Nov 20, 2024 2145 In this episode, I share my thoughts on why material wealth alone doesn’t create a truly fulfilling life. I talk about the epidemic of isolation in our culture and how many of us, myself included, have sacrificed genuine connection in the pursuit of success. I explore what’s at the core of this need for “life force” and how nurturing friendships with shared aspirations can shift our experience, br
How to Like Yourself
How to Like Yourself Nov 13, 2024 2857 In this episode, we explore the journey of becoming someone who genuinely inspires yourself. I share my personal transformation from relying on fear-based motivation to cultivating a life of true self-inspiration, highlighting both the struggles and revelations along the way.We dive into:Owning Your Desires: Why aligning with what you genuinely want can shift everything.Self-Actualization and Coll
The Power of Self-Love: Beyond What You Think, Into What You Feel
The Power of Self-Love: Beyond What You Think, Into What You Feel Oct 30, 2024 2064 In this episode, I’m diving into the heart of self-love, breaking down some of the biggest misconceptions that can actually hold us back and deepen self-criticism. I’ll share how looking at self-love as an energetic process can help us move beyond judgment and obligation, opening up space for real acceptance and powerful transformation.I’ll guide you through exercises to help you reconnect with yo
Tidying the Studio of Your Mind: A Path to Greater Fulfillment and Creativity
Tidying the Studio of Your Mind: A Path to Greater Fulfillment and Creativity Oct 16, 2024 1723 In this episode, I explore the profound impact of completion on personal growth and success. I share my journey in recognizing the importance of signing off on both tangible projects and intangible parts of myself, including past versions of who I’ve been. By acknowledging what’s complete, I’ve found that it reduces overwhelm and frees up energy for new creations.Using the metaphor of water flowin

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