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The Breakout – Unleashing Personal GrowthThe Breakout Introduces Season of StuckJoin us for a bonus episode this month, as we share Keri and Kelly's appearance on Season of Stuck, hosted by Deanna deBara!SummaryIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with Kelly Guenther and Dr. Keri Ohlrich, co-hosts of The Breakout, authors of Whatever the Hell You Want, and co-founders of the Abbracci Group. They'll discuss what it means to get unstuck and how to navigate the fear, resistance, and challenges that come with change. From personal experiences to professional insights, this episode is packed with actionable advice...2025-05-2853 min
Season of StuckSeason 2 Announcement and Science of Stuck ReplayIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna announces a new season coming Tuesday, July 8th. Until then, we'll be doing replays of some of our favorite episodes, starting with Unlocking the Science of Stuck with Britt Frank.In this episode, They explore the concept of stuckness, emphasizing its physiological roots and the importance of body-oriented approaches. Britt introduces "micro yeses," small decisions that help break inertia. They discuss how stuckness manifests in various life areas and share personal experiences of overcoming it. Britt offers a 3-step process for getting unstuck and highlights the importance...2025-05-2753 minSeason of StuckStuck Shorts: How A Pattern Interrupt Can Help You Get Unstuck From Thought SpiralsIn this solo episode of Season of Stuck, we jump into episode two of the Stuck Shorts series. In each week of this series, Deanna will share one bite-sized, actionable, and totally doable strategy for getting unstuck—and how to apply that strategy to help you as you navigate your own seasons of stuck.Today, we’re diving into what to do when you’re feeling stuck in your mind—those moments when your thoughts are spiraling out of control and you can’t pull yourself out of them. In this episode, Deanna shares one of her favorite s...2025-05-2013 minSeason of StuckWorkshop Announcement And A Deep Dive Into How Shame Keeps Us StuckMelissa Petro is hosting the workshop "Writing for Shame Resilience: Turning Shame Into Your Superpower" at Esalen Institute in Big Sur, CA from July 14th - July 18th; register here.**REPLAY**In this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with author and cultural journalist Melissa Petro to dive deep into a topic that keeps so many of us feeling stuck: shame. As the author of Shame on You: How to Be a Woman in the Age of Mortification, Melissa has a unique perspective on how shame impacts our self-worth, keeps us from living...2025-05-1355 min
insidewinkDeanna deBara - Season of Stuck podcastDeanna deBara is a freelance writer (focusing on Health) and the host of the Season of Stuck podcast. The podcast is an exploration of “stuckness" through expert interviews, inspiring stories, and personal insights. Deanna explores how and why we get stuck, what it feels like, the lessons we can learn from it, and ultimately how to shake off the stuff and move forward in an authentic and empowered way. If you've ever thought, "why do I feel stuck and what should I do if I feel stuck in life"?, this is the podcast for you!...2025-05-0748 mininsidewinkDeanna deBara - Season of Stuck podcastDeanna deBara is a freelance writer (focusing on Health) and the host of the Season of Stuck podcast. The podcast is an exploration of “stuckness" through expert interviews, inspiring stories, and personal insights. Deanna explores how and why we get stuck, what it feels like, the lessons we can learn from it, and ultimately how to shake off the stuff and move forward in an authentic and empowered way. If you've ever thought, "why do I feel stuck and what should I do if I feel stuck in life"?, this is the podcast for you!...2025-05-0748 minSeason of StuckStuck Shorts: How To Hum Your Way Out Of StucknessIn this solo episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna kicks off the first of a new series called Stuck Shorts. Each week, Deanna will share one bite-sized, actionable, and totally doable strategy for getting unstuck—and how to use it on your own stuck to unstuck journey.This week, Deanna shares one of the easiest and most accessible—but still extremely helpful!—tools in her getting unstuck toolbox. And all you need to get started? Your voice. If you get stuck in nervous system dysregulation, this is a tip you will not want to miss!Stay...2025-05-0612 minSeason of StuckREPLAY: Where We Can Get Stuck In Modern Friendships—And What To Do About It**REPLAY**In this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna chats with Anna Goldfarb, a journalist called “the New York Times friendship correspondent” and the author of “Modern Friendship: How to Nurture Our Most Valued Connections.” During their conversation, Deanna and Anna explore the complexities of adult friendships—including areas where people can get stuck. . Anna shares her insights on how to effectively navigate modern friendships, including some of the challenges of friendships in the modern age, how to show up in friendships in a way that fosters connection, and why negotiating your friendships can be key in getting un...2025-04-291h 00Season of StuckHow To Get Unstuck From Social Media: A Conversation With The Off The Grid PodcastIn this special crossover episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna deBara sits down with Amelia Hruby, host of the Off the Grid podcast, to explore the many ways social media can keep us stuck—and, more importantly, how we can change the way we think about and relate to social media (and get unstuck in the process). If you feel stuck on social media—in your business, your life, or both—this conversation is a must-listen.Tune in to learn about:How social media gets us hookedHow to distinguish between genuine connection and the "cotton...2025-04-2250 min
Off The Grid: Leaving Social Media🙅♂️ How to Stop Feeling Stuck on Social Media — with Deanna deBaraCome on down for the 100th episode of Off the Grid!!! 🎉To celebrate this milestone, we're returning to our roots with a fresh conversation about how to leave social media (if you so choose).Today Deanna deBara from Season of Stuck podcast joins me to explore: 🫣 why we get stuck on social media🥸 how to stop doomscrolling & feeling trapped on the apps🤠 & ways to decide what YOUR next best step is online or offlineIf you're feeling stuck in any aspect of your business, marketing or life, this episode is for you...2025-04-1654 minSeason of StuckParts Work—And How To Use It As A Tool For Getting UnstuckIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with Jacqui Stilling, a therapist and parts work expert who helps people understand and transform their inner worlds through Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. During their conversation, they explore how identifying our different "parts" can help us get unstuck and develop a more compassionate relationship with ourselves. From understanding the origins of our protective parts to learning how to speak for rather than from our parts, Jacqui shares powerful insights that can help anyone better navigate stuckness.Tune in to learn about:What parts...2025-04-1551 minSeason of StuckHow To Use Spontaneity As A Tool For Getting UnstuckIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with Valerie McTavish, a business coach, growth activator, and spontaneity expert, to explore how spontaneity skills can help us get unstuck. During their conversation, they dive into the misconceptions around spontaneity (hint: it’s not a personality trait!), the powerful benefits of breaking out of rigid patterns (including for getting unstuck!), and practical ways to incorporate more spontaneity into our daily lives—even if you consider yourself far from spontaneous.Tune in to learn about:Why spontaneity is a skill that can be developed—and ho...2025-04-0838 minSeason of StuckDeanna Talks Stuckness—And How To Get Unstuck—On The Breakout PodcastThis week, we’re bringing you Deanna’s recent appearance on The Breakout podcast. During this episode, Deanna chats with hosts and change experts Dr. Keri Ohlrich and Kelly Guenther on what it means to be stuck—and, more importantly, how we can break out of stuckness and find the forward momentum we need to step into the next version of ourselves and our lives. Want more from The Breakout? Make sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts!Stay connected with Season of Stuck:2025-04-0134 min
Season of StuckStuck Story: Erin KeatingIt’s time for another Stuck Story!This week, we chat with Erin Keating, host of the Hotter Than Ever podcast. Erin was brought up in the era of “women can—and should—have it all.” And by all accounts, she did: the thriving television career, the marriage, the family. But despite “having it all,” Erin felt increasingly stuck—especially when it came to sex. That stuckness took Erin on a journey that helped her reconnect to her sexuality in her 50s, shift her perspective on her body, and build a life that felt like a true, authenti...2025-03-2542 min
Season of StuckHow To Regulate Your Nervous System—And Get Unstuck In the ProcessIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with Jessica Maguire, a nervous system educator and researcher, for a conversation on how our nervous system affects our experience of stuckness. During their conversation, Deanna and Jessica explore the powerful connection between our physical bodies and emotional experiences—and how addressing both can help us move forward when we feel stuck. Jessica also shares practical strategies for nervous system regulation and explains why understanding our body's responses is crucial for overcoming persistent patterns of stuckness in our lives.Tune in to learn about:Th...2025-03-1751 min
Season of StuckMastering The Art Of No: Setting Boundaries To Get UnstuckIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with Sheryl Green, the "how to say no" expert, for a conversation about boundaries, including how a lack of boundaries can make you feel stuck and how to set (and uphold!) boundaries in a way that will truly transform your life—and get unstuck in the process. Tune in to learn about:What boundaries really are—and how to both set and uphold themWhy setting boundaries can feel like a threatHow a lack of healthy boundaries contributes to burnout, resentment, overwhelm, and s...2025-03-1146 min
Season of StuckHow The Healthcare System Can Keep You Stuck—And How To Advocate For YourselfIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with Claudia Cometa, a patient advocate and founder of PEACE Advocacy Group. During their conversation, Claudia and Deanna explore how the current healthcare system can leave patients feeling stuck and overwhelmed—and what people can do to advocate for themselves and get the care they need (and get unstuck in the process). From the challenges of accessibility to the importance of finding the right medical team to how to better communicate with healthcare providers, Claudia shares valuable insights on navigating the system.Tune in to learn ab...2025-03-0446 minThe Breakout – Unleashing Personal GrowthStuck Happens – The Truth about “Stuckness” and What to Do About It, with Deanna deBara“You can't think your way out of a body problem…You have to address what's happening in the body and the brain before you can actually take those steps forward”. Deanna DeBara knows all about feeling “stuck”. And, if you're a human navigating life right now, you probably do too. Being stuck is that odd sense of not wanting to stay where you are, but not being able to – or knowing how to – move forward. It’s something that many of us think about as being an individual feeling, but Deanna wants us to know that it’s actually a foundational huma...2025-02-2632 min
Season of StuckStuckness, Hard Moments, And The Importance Of Self-CompassionThis week of Season of Stuck is a bit different. In this episode, Deanna shares some vulnerable insights about what’s going on in her life and how it’s impacting her (spoiler alert: she’s dealing with some serious stuckness)—and why extending grace and compassion to ourselves in hard moments is so important. This episode isn’t as planned out or structured as other episodes, but it’s an honest reflection of Deanna’s current experience—and her hope is that her vulnerability will help someone else that’s experiencing a hard moment be a little nicer to themselves. 2025-02-2509 min
Season of StuckHow To Shed The "Good Kid" Persona—And Get Unstuck In The ProcessIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna chats with Maggie Nick (@maggiewithperspectacles), a trauma therapist and inner critic expert that specializes in healing relational shame trauma—or what she calls "good kid" or "good girl" trauma. During their conversation, they explore how the "good kid" persona can keep us stuck in patterns of people-pleasing, perfectionism, and fear of disappointment—and how we can start to shed these patterns to create more authentic (and less stuck!) lives.Tune in to learn about:What the "good kid" persona really means—and the hidden costs of being...2025-02-181h 05
Season of StuckHow The Right Hairstyle Can Make You Feel More You—And Help You Get Unstuck In The ProcessIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with Jules Heron, founder of Hair for Humans, a Portland-based salon specializing in gender-affirming haircuts. During their conversation, they explore how our relationship with our hair can deeply impact our identity and sense of self—and how the right hairstyle can ultimately help us move from stuck to unstuck. Jules also shares actionable tips on how to work with your stylist to get a haircut and feels authentically you.Tune in to learn about:Why hair is about so much more than aesthetics—and how...2025-02-1151 min
Season of StuckPersonal Safety and Stuckness: How to Protect Yourself—And Get Unstuck in the ProcessIn this week's episode, Deanna sits down with Stephanie Cyr, an attorney, educator, and personal safety expert. During their conversation, Deanna and Stephanie explore how concerns about personal safety can leave women feeling stuck—and how empowerment-based self-defense can help them feel more confident and in control. From workplace dynamics to social situations, Stephanie shares practical insights on recognizing red flags, trusting your intuition, and taking actionable steps to protect yourself in any environment.Tune in to learn about:What self-defense really means—and why it's about so much more than physical protectionHow to reco...2025-02-0447 min
Season of StuckStuck Story: Katie MantelIn today’s episode, we introduce a new segment of the show: Stuck Stories, where you’ll hear stories from people who have made the journey from stuck to unstuck—and all of the lessons they learned along the way.We’re kicking things off with Katie Mantel. During the COVID pandemic, Katie realized she was feeling stuck in her teaching career. But after 13 years as a teacher, she didn’t know what other kind of job was out there for her—and taking a step into the unknown felt scary. But she did take a step…then...2025-01-2830 min
Season of StuckSeason of Stuck x Well...Adjusting: A Conversation with Robin HopkinsIt's a crossover! In this episode, Deanna sits down with Robin Hopkins, host of the Well...Adjusting podcast for a conversation on stuckness—and, more specifically, getting stuck with goals and resolutions. If you're struggling with the goals you set for yourself in the New Year, this is an episode you don't want to miss! (Spoiler alert: it's ok.)About this week's guest:Robin Hopkins is a seasoned producer, writer, actor, podcast host, and former stand-up comedian with an impressive range across major media. As a development and production executive at Spotify, Robin ex...2025-01-2139 min
Season of StuckThe Current State of Reproductive Rights—And What You Can Do About ItIn this week's episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with Jennie Wetter, host of the rePROs Fight Back podcast and director of the rePROs Fight Back initiative. During their conversation, Deanna and Jennie discuss the current state of sexual and reproductive health rights in the US, including how the current restrictions are keeping people stuck, the interconnectedness of abortion access and gender-affirming care, and how individual actions—even small ones—can contribute to larger change. Jennie also shares invaluable resources to support those directly impacted by these policies and those looking to join the fight....2025-01-1451 min
Season of StuckGetting Unstuck In Dating and Relationships with Sabrina ZoharIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with Sabrina Zohar, dating coach and host of The Sabrina Zohar Show, for a conversation on stuckness in modern-day dating and relationships. During their conversation, Sabrina and Deanna explore the complexities of modern-day relationships, including how rom-com depictions of love are doing us a disservice (and keeping us stuck!), the role attachment styles play in how stuck or unstuck we feel in our relationships, and how to regulate your nervous system—and better navigate any relationships stuckness as a result. Tune in to learn about:2025-01-071h 01Season of StuckHappy New Year! Advice For Navigating Stuckness In 2025On today's episode, Deanna reflects on 2024 and shares tips for navigating stuckness in 2025—courtesy of past Season of Stuck guests.Wishing you a very happy (and unstuck!) New Year!Stay connected with Season of Stuck:Want more insights on how to make your journey from stuck to unstuck? Make sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts; you can catch new episodes every Tuesday.Want to make sure you never miss an episode? Visit seasonofstuck.com to get episodes delivered to...2024-12-3113 minSeason of StuckFor Anyone Feeling Stuck This Holiday SeasonWishing you a happy holiday—and if it's a more stuck holiday than a happy one? We're here to remind you that's ok—and that this season of stuck (like *all* seasons of stuck!) is a temporary one.Stay connected with Season of Stuck:Want more insights on how to make your journey from stuck to unstuck? Make sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts; you can catch new episodes every Tuesday.Want to make sure you never miss an episode? Visi...2024-12-2406 min
Love & other assetsThe "Stuck" Factor With Deanna deBaraIn this episode of Love & other assets, Emily Luk, CEO of Plenty, interviews writer and podcast host Deanna deBara. Deanna shares her personal experiences with financial "stuckness" and offers insights on how to navigate it, both individually and within relationships. She defines stuckness as the uncomfortable in-between place when your old ways don't work, but the new ones haven't yet emerged.Deanna opens up about her past struggles with financial literacy and instability. She emphasizes the importance of compassion and self-education when confronting financial difficulties. Deanna stresses that you can't shame yourself into change, but compassion can...2024-12-1838 min
Season of StuckHow To Break Out Of Stuckness: A Conversation With The Hosts Of The BreakoutIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with Kelly Guenther and Dr. Keri Ohlrich, co-hosts of The Breakout Podcast, authors of Whatever the Hell You Want, and co-founders of the Abbracci Group. Together, they discuss what it means to get unstuck and how to navigate the fear, resistance, and challenges that come with change. From personal experiences to professional insights, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiring stories to help you move forward.Tune in to learn about:Why defining and understanding your "why" is crucial f...2024-12-1753 minSeason of StuckDeanna Talks Navigating Stuckness After 40 On Hotter Than EverHost Deanna deBara was recently a guest on the Hotter Than Ever podcast, talking about how women can move through stuckness—and ultimately get unstuck—as they navigate the second half of their lives. This is a must-listen for any 40+ women that are feeling stuck!Want more from Hotter Than Ever? Visit their website and be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts!Stay connected with Season of Stuck:Want more insights on how to make your journey from stuck to u...2024-12-1257 min
Season of StuckFreewriting, Reframing, and "Do One Thing Different": Tools For Getting UnstuckIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with Mark Levy, differentiation expert and author of Accidental Genius: Using Writing to Generate Your Best Ideas, Insight, and Content, to dive into powerful tools for getting unstuck—including how how to use freewriting to write your way out of stuckness.During their conversation, Deanna and Mark explore how freewriting helps you “bypass your internal editor”—and how that can help you better navigate stuckness, why doing “one thing different” can unlock fresh perspectives (and help you get unstuck in the process), and how to “trick” your brain when you’r...2024-12-1054 min
Season of StuckHow To Use The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People To Get UnstuckIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna is joined by Todd Davis, leadership expert and author, to explore the timeless principles of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People—and, more specifically, how these principles relate to stuckness.During their conversation, Todd and Deanna review the 7 habits, the principles that define each, and how they directly relate to getting unstuck. Todd also shares actionable advice on how to apply the 7 habits to your own stuck-to-unstuck journey—and use these principles to better navigate and understand stuckness and take steps towards getting unstuck, whether professionally, personally, or both.2024-12-0348 min
Season of StuckGetting Unstuck From Overfunctioning: The Self-Restoration ProcessIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna welcomes back Dr. Ashley Southard, a marriage and family therapist specializing in over-functioning in love. During their conversation, they explore how overfunctioning manifests for women (and the emotional impact it can have)—and take a deep dive into how to embark on a healing journey using Dr. Ashley’s Self-Restoration framework. Tune in to learn about:What overfunctioning is, how and why it impacts women, and the emotional and relational costsWhy overfunctioning women are drawn to underfunctioning partnersHow the Self-Restoration process can help women break free...2024-11-261h 03
Hotter Than EverGetting Unstuck with Deanna deBara “A period of stuckness always precedes a period of serious growth.”So many of us find ourselves grappling with the overwhelming feeling of being stuck, especially as we navigate midlife. Weighed down by societal expectations and self-imposed narratives, we can struggle to align our lives with what we truly value and desire. Enter Deanna deBara, writer and host of the “Season of Stuck” podcast, where she shares her journey of overcoming "stuckness" and offers practical tools to help others do the same.In this episode, Erin and Deanna explore how to shift from a place of stagn...2024-11-2154 min
Season of StuckWhy We Get Stuck in Burnout—And How To Get UnstuckIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with author and burnout expert Cara Houser to tackle a topic that impacts so many of us: burnout. During their conversation, Deanna and Cara discuss the epidemic of burnout—and why it’s so prevalent in today’s culture, the different ways burnout keeps us stuck, both professionally and personally, the importance of mindset in detaching from burnout culture, and actionable strategies to heal from burnout—and get unstuck in the process. Tune in to learn about:What burnout actually is—and how to recognize w...2024-11-1951 min
Season of StuckHow To Use The Enneagram To Get UnstuckIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna chats with Enneagram expert Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober (also known as Enneagram Ashton on Instagram) and takes a deep dive into all things Enneagram—and how to use this personality framework to get unstuck. During their conversation, Ashton explains the different Enneagram types, the unique motivations behind each type, and how these insights can lead to greater self-awareness, improved relationships, and meaningful personal growth. They also discuss ways to use the Enneagram as a tool for identifying behavior patterns, addressing interpersonal conflict, navigating the complexities of feeling stuck, and taking concrete steps to ge...2024-11-1249 minSeason of StuckPostponing The "Stuck Stories" Launch; New Episode Coming TuesdayTake good care of yourselves and each other. 2024-11-0701 min
The Invisible Condition PodcastFinding a Way Forward: Navigating Stuckness and the Journey of Acceptance - Deanna deBaraSend us a textWhat if the challenges of living with autoimmune conditions could actually lead to personal growth and strength? That’s the journey Deanna deBara shares in this conversation. Living with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and rheumatoid arthritis, Deanna has transformed her experiences with chronic pain and fatigue into sources of resilience and inspiration.She opens up about managing her health while running a business, finding acceptance, and learning to advocate for herself. Deanna shares the powerful tools she uses to get ‘unstuck,’ such as rewriting negative stories, practicing vulnerability, and setting boundaries to honour h...2024-11-0743 min
Season of StuckHow Shame Keeps Us StuckIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with author and cultural journalist Melissa Petro to dive deep into a topic that keeps so many of us feeling stuck: shame. As the author of Shame on You: How to Be a Woman in the Age of Mortification, Melissa has a unique perspective on how shame impacts our self-worth, keeps us from living authentically, and traps us in cycles of feeling "not enough." Together, Deanna and Melissa explore the complex dynamics of shame (and how those dynamics keep us stuck), discuss how societal expectations drive shame and impact...2024-11-0553 minSeason of StuckDeanna Shares Her Personal Journey With Stuckness On Clocking Out with Raymond LeeThis week, we're doing something a little bit different! Our host, Deanna deBara, was recently a guest on another podcast, Clocking Out with Raymond Lee, a show that highlights personal stories of people that "clocked out" of unfulfilling jobs or career paths in favor of building a career (and life!) on their own terms—and we're going to share that episode with you.If you want to learn more about Deanna—including her professional and personal background, the many periods of stuckness she's experienced (and how she navigated them), and what ultimately led to her launching Season of S...2024-10-2950 min
Small Business Growth Podcast294. Navigating Fears and Feelings of Stuckness with Deanna deBaraLISTEN TO THIS EPISODE IF YOU FIND FEARS & IMPOSTER SYNDROME POPPING UP AS YOU RUN YOUR BUSINESSIn this episode I talked with my friend Deanna about feeling stuck and paralyzed by fears but how often it actually is the things we are most afraid of that hold us back to where we are Deanna deBara is a writer and podcast host. Her podcast, Season of Stuck, is an exploration of the all-too-human experience of feeling stuck and offers insights in how to navigate stuckness, learn from it, and ultimately get unstuck - and step into the...2024-10-2527 min
Season of Stuck3 Strategies I Used to Get Unstuck—And Why They WorkIn this solo episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna takes us on a personal journey through her recent season of stuck—and shares a few of the key tools and strategies she used to get unstuck. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, burned out, or simply unsure of your path forward (and let’s be real—who hasn’t?), this episode offers inspiration and actionable steps to help you break through the inertia and find your way to a more empowered, unstuck place.Tune in to learn:The story of Deanna's most recent bou...2024-10-2232 minSeason of StuckSneak Peek: What's Coming Next For Season of StuckIn this episode, host Deanna deBara offers a look into at what's coming next for the podcast. Be sure to tune in to learn about new episode formats, newsletter news, and more of what's to come from Season of Stuck! Thoughts from the episode:Subscribe to the newsletterFill out the listener surveyStay connected with Season of Stuck:Want more insights on how to make your journey from stuck to unstuck? Make sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get...2024-10-1508 min
Season of StuckHow Invisible Conditions Can Make You Feel Stuck (And What To Do About It)In this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna chats with Tim Reitsma, founder of Invisible Condition and host of the Invisible Condition Podcast, to unpack the complexities of living with invisible health conditions—and how these conditions can make you feel stuck. Deanna and Tim open up about their own journeys with invisible conditions—and how vulnerable living with these conditions can feel. They also discuss the importance of opening up about the challenges associated with invisible conditions and how being vulnerable and open with the right people can be the key to getting unstuck. Tim also shares a fram...2024-10-0859 min
Season of StuckWhere Entrepreneurs Get Stuck—And How To Get Unstuck In Your BusinessIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna and guest, Maria Flynn, explore the common feeling of being stuck in entrepreneurship. Deanna shares her personal journey from a traditional job to starting her own writing business, highlighting the challenges and burnout she faced. Maria, founder and CEO of Ambiologix and author of Make Opportunity Happen, offers insights into the common places entrepreneurs get stuck—as well as shares tips for overcoming entrepreneurial stuckness and moving your business (and your self!) forward. Tune in to learn about:How and why entrepreneurs get stuck—and what...2024-10-0146 min
Season of StuckHow Longevity Science Can Help Unstuck The Aging ProcessIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with Simon Sakhai, founder and CEO of Jung+, to discuss aging and longevity. Simon explains how aging can lead to feelings of being stuck, both biologically and socio-culturally. They also explore societal pressures and how they can contribute to stuckness at key developmental stages and the importance of adopting a proactive approach to health to stay unstuck as you age. Simon also introduces strategies and lifestyle changes that listeners can make to leverage longevity science to feel their best and experience aging as an opportunity for growth—rather than a...2024-09-241h 07
Season of StuckWe All Have Closets—Here's How To Come Out Of Yours (And Get Unstuck In The Process)In this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with inclusivity advocate, educator, and speaker, Ash Beckham to talk about coming out of the closet—and not just the one we associate with sexual identity. Closets can be any place where we keep parts of ourselves hidden. Ash shares her insights on how staying in the closet keeps us stuck and how embracing our authentic selves can lead to a freer, more fulfilled life. Whether it's about sexuality, personal truths, or secret passions, coming out of the closet helps us break free from stuckness and live more authentically.2024-09-1755 min
Clocking Out With Raymond LeeDeanna deBara: Recruiter to Writer, Podcaster, and EntrepreneurPlease welcome Deanna deBara to the Clocking Out podcast. Deanna deBara is a writer whose work has appeared in Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Men's Health and more. She is also a content marketer with almost a decade of experience working with brands to elevate their content, connect with their target audience, and drive real, measurable results. Following a period of professional stuckness, Deanna recently launched Season of Stuck, a podcast about the all-too-human experience of feeling stuck: how and why we get stuck, what stuckness feels like, how to...2024-09-1147 min
Season of StuckHow To Get Better Sleep—And Get Unstuck In The ProcessIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna chats with Dr. Michael Breus, aka “The Sleep Doctor,” on the connection between sleep and stuckness. During their conversation, they explore how poor sleep can lead to feelings of stuckness—and, on the flipside, how stuckness can contribute to poor sleep. Dr. Breus also shares actionable strategies on how to determine the best sleep schedule for your specific body, as well as changes you can make to consistently sleep according to that schedule—and get unstuck in the process.Tune in to learn about:Ho...2024-09-1053 min
Season of StuckWhere We Can Get Stuck In Modern Friendships—And What To Do About ItIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna chats with Anna Goldfarb, a journalist called “the New York Times friendship correspondent” and the author of “Modern Friendship: How to Nurture Our Most Valued Connections.” During their conversation, Deanna and Anna explore the complexities of adult friendships—including areas where people can get stuck. . Anna shares her insights on how to effectively navigate modern friendships, including some of the challenges of friendships in the modern age, how to show up in friendships in a way that fosters connection, and why negotiating your friendships can be key in getting unstuck. She also share...2024-09-0359 min
Season of StuckHow To Heal From Codependency (And Get Unstuck In The Process)In this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna takes a deep dive into codependency with codependency and relationship coach Alyssa Zander. During their conversation, Deanna and Alyssa discuss their own experiences with codependency, while Alyssa offers insights into its definitions, manifestations, and the underlying issues that can contribute to this dynamic. They also discuss how codependency can keep you feeling stuck—and emphasize the importance of self-awareness and self-validation in the healing process. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, they explore the journey of recognizing and overcoming codependent behaviors to cultivate healthier, more fulfilling relationships—both with yourself and with...2024-08-2753 min
Season of StuckA New Way to Look at PerfectionismIn this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna and today’s guest, therapist and author Katherine Morgan Schafler, take a deep dive into all things perfectionism. During their conversation, they explore how perfectionism can lead to feelings of being stuck and differentiate between adaptive and maladaptive perfectionism. Katherine also introduces five types of perfectionists and emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and seeking help for perfectionists. They also discuss the power of reframing negative narratives, embracing perfectionism as a strength, and fostering emotional understanding and support for personal growth.Tune in...2024-08-2052 min
Season of StuckOverfunctioning In Relationships—And How It Keeps You StuckIn this episode of Season of Stuck, host Deanna deBara and clinical therapist Dr. Ashley Southard explore the concept of overfunctioning in relationships, particularly among women. Dr. Southard shares her professional insights and personal experiences, explaining how overfunctioning often stems from childhood dynamics and societal expectations. The discussion highlights the emotional toll of overfunctioning in relationships, including feelings of loneliness, frustration, and guilt. They also explore the imbalance between overfunctioning and underfunctioning partners and emphasize the importance of self-awareness and personal growth in changing this relationship dynamic. Dr. Southard offers strategies for recognizing and addressing these patterns to foster...2024-08-131h 01
Season of StuckHow Humor Can Help You Get UnstuckIn this episode of Season of Stuck, host Deanna deBara chats with Talia Bombola—therapist, coach, and host of the “Heal Through Humor” podcast—about humor's power in helping individuals break free when they’re feeling stuck. They discuss how humor impacts the brain and highlight the difference between humor being used as a healthy coping mechanism versus it being used as a way to deflect or avoid the problem. They also highlight the importance of being able to laugh at yourself and the world, even (or especially!) during challenging times, as a helpful and supportive skill that can aid in the...2024-08-0659 min
Season of StuckHow Poor Gut Health Can Keep You StuckIn this episode of Season of Stuck, host Deanna deBara and Dr. Markyia Nichols, Chief Medical Officer of Ciba Health, discuss the root cause approach to medicine—and the importance of the gut to overall health and healing. During their conversation, Dr. Nichols shares insight on common root causes for chronic illness, emphasizing the interconnectedness of the body and the role of diet, environmental toxins, and stress in gut health. Dr. Nichols advocates for a holistic approach to identify and address root causes, offering hope and practical steps for those feeling "stuck" in their health journeys.2024-07-301h 08
Season of StuckYour Sensitivity is Your SuperpowerIn this episode of Season of Stuck, host Deanna deBara sits down with Jenn Granneman, co-author of "Sensitive: The Hidden Power of the Highly Sensitive Person in a Loud, Fast, Too Much World," and founder of Introvert, Dear, the internet’s largest community for introverts. During their conversation, Jenn and Deanna discuss the experiences of highly sensitive people (HSPs) and how sensitivity can lead to feelings of being stuck. Jen highlights sensitivity as a superpower, offering gifts like creativity, empathy, and sensory intelligence. She also speaks on how shifting the way we relate to sensitivity—and viewing it as the...2024-07-2341 min
Season of StuckStuck? Your Future Self Can HelpIn this episode of Season of Stuck, host Deanna deBara chats with Hal Hershfield, a psychologist and professor of marketing and behavioral decision-making at UCLA Anderson School of Management, about the concept of future selves and their influence on how we make decisions in the present. During the episode, they discuss challenges like procrastination and why it can be so hard to prioritize the future self over the present moment. Hal also shares practical strategies, such as using commitment devices and visualizing the future self, to make decisions today that have a positive impact on both your immediate and...2024-07-1649 min
Season of StuckAlcohol Got You Stuck? Try the Sober Lush LifestyleIn this episode of the Season of Stuck podcast host, Deanna deBara, discusses the concept of being a "sober lush" with authors Amanda Eyre Ward and Jardine Libaire. They share their personal journeys with alcohol and sobriety, and the inspiration behind their book "The Sober Lush: A Hedonist's Guide to Living a Decadent, Adventurous, Soulful Life—Alcohol Free." The conversation delves into the misconceptions around sobriety and how embracing a sober lush lifestyle can lead to a more fulfilling and authentic life. Tune in to learn about:The concept of being a "so...2024-07-0954 min
Season of StuckUnlocking The Science Of StuckIn this episode of "Season of Stuck," host Deanna deBara welcomes Britt Frank, a licensed psychotherapist and author of "The Science of Stuck." They explore the concept of stuckness, emphasizing its physiological roots and the importance of body-oriented approaches. Britt introduces "micro yeses," small decisions that help break inertia. They discuss how stuckness manifests in various life areas and share personal experiences of overcoming it. Britt offers a three-step process for getting unstuck and highlights the importance of self-discovery and acceptance. Listen to the full episode now for insights into the science of stuck—and tips on how to st...2024-07-0251 min
Season of StuckHow to Escape the Overthinking TrapIn this episode, Deanna sits down with Julia Kristina, a Vancouver-based Clinical Counsellor and founder of The Shift Society, a course that helps people understand and heal from chronic worrying and overthinking. During the interview, Julia delves into how these patterns can keep individuals stuck—and the role of judgment and self-compassion in managing them. They also discuss radical acceptance, the pursuit of control (spoiler alert; it doesn’t exist)l, and practical strategies like the "arrow down" technique to challenge irrational fears. Julia emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and curiosity in overcoming overthinking. Tune in to the episode now t...2024-06-2549 min
Season of StuckDancing Your Way Through StucknessIn this episode, Deanna shares her personal experience with dance and movement, revealing how it helped her overcome her own season of stuck. She also interviews Erica Hornthal, a licensed clinical professional counselor and board-certified dance/movement therapist. Erica discusses the transformative power of movement and dance therapy in improving mental and emotional health, emphasizing the importance of body awareness and creating personal movement practices for making the journey from stuck to unstuck. Tune in to explore the power of movement, unlock new pathways to mental and emotional wellness, and move (or dance!) your way out of stuckness.2024-06-1853 min
Season of StuckPsychedelic-Assisted Treatment and Getting UnstuckIn this podcast episode, we talk to Dr. Dave Rabin, a psychiatrist and neuroscientist, about the neuroscience of feeling stuck and the therapeutic potential of psychedelic-assisted treatment. He explains how stress narrows our focus to fight or flight responses, leading to a feeling of being stuck. Dr. Rabin also discusses how psychedelic medicine can provide perspective and aid in therapy by allowing individuals to safely explore their consciousness—and get unstuck in the process. We also dive into the Apollo wearable device, which uses vibrations to induce a calm state and help manage chronic stress—without the use of any...2024-06-1857 min
Season of StuckWelcome to Season of Stuck!In the very first episode of "Season of Stuck," host Deanna deBara shares her personal journey with feeling stuck—and how those experiences of stuckness ultimately inspired this podcast. During the episode, Deanna reveals how her own seasons of stuck have shaped her perspective on personal growth and authenticity. She emphasizes that if she’s learned anything through her own challenges, it is that feeling stuck is a natural part of life, and the goal of this podcast is to create a platform for better understanding and overcoming stuckness—and understanding and overcoming together.Tune...2024-06-1806 minSeason of StuckTRAILER: Introducing Season of Stuck—Coming Tuesday, June 18th!COMING JUNE 18th: A podcast that takes a deep dive into the all-too-human experience of feeling stuck: how and why stuckness happens, what it feels like, how to learn and grow from it, and ultimately, how to get unstuck and move forward in an authentic and empowered way.Each week, we’ll talk to experts and explore stuckness from a different angle. We’ll also hear personal stories from people just like you on how they made the journey from stuck to unstuck—and all the lessons they learned along the way. Oh, an...2024-06-0901 min
The Coconut ConnectionWeight Loss/Gain: Why is there so much shame and guilt? | Part 2 of 5Jade's installment of The Millionth Journey to a Healthier Me where Jade & G talk about their experiences in weight gain and loss and Jade offers some tips to finding happiness and joy, outside of the body image and numbers (recorded 11/08/2020). Some articles referenced:
Stop the Shame: A Self-Love Approach to Your Health by Nicole Connor
https://www.upmcmyhealthmatters.com/stop-the-shame-a-self-love-approach-to-your-health/
Five Things to Know About Body Image After Weight Loss by Julia Dellitt
https://aaptiv.com/magazine/accepting-your-body
How to Mentally and Emotionally Cope with Weight Gain (written by...2020-11-1548 min