There are moments in life that are rough—experiences that are so personal, painful, or unexpected that they leave an imprint. Whether it's a breakup, a death, a major disappointment, a change in life circumstance, or a negative pregnancy test, these moments are part of the human experience. But that doesn't make them easy.
In this episode, Rachel gets real and practical about how to support yourself when you're in the thick of something difficult. She speaks directly to those moments when the pain lingers, when it colors everything—like a drop of ink in a glass of water—and you're just trying to keep moving through your life while feeling completely off-center.
This isn't an episode about "toughing it out" or pretending you're fine. It's about learning how to tend to yourself in real time. Rachel explores how unprocessed grief and emotional pain often manifest in unexpected ways—like overfunctioning, emotional numbness, people-pleasing, anxiety, perfectionism, and withdrawal. If you've ever found yourself trying to stay busy just to avoid feeling something, this conversation is for you.
You'll walk away with clear, simple steps—internal and external—you can take when you're in a hard moment. Nothing overwhelming. Just practical tools to help you feel a little less heavy, a little more grounded, and a lot more supported.
Whether you're in the middle of something tough or simply want to be ready the next time life throws you a curveball, this is an episode you'll want to save and return to.
Key Topics Covered:
How to recognize the hidden ways unprocessed emotions show up in your behavior
How to gently support yourself when you're in the middle of something painful
How to build emotional resilience without bypassing what you feel
How to balance taking action with allowing rest and care
How to begin processing grief in a way that actually helps you feel clearer
