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Really Not That Deep Podcast18. Chaos is My Comfort Zone: How Childhood Drama Shapes Adult LoveIf peace feels boring, drama feels like love, and you keep ending up in situationships that drain you, this episode is your wake-up call. We’re diving into the psychology of chaos addiction: from trauma bonds and cortisol loops to why you mistake anxiety for chemistry.We unpack how childhood conditioning wires your nervous system to crave emotional rollercoasters, how to spot the difference between chaos and connection, and what healing actually feels like (spoiler: calm love won’t spike your adrenaline, and that’s a good thing).Expect gut punches, science-backed insight, and chaotic girl c...2025-07-1527 minReally Not That Deep Podcast17. Intrusive Thoughts, Core Beliefs, and Other Things That Keep Us Up at NightToday we’re diving into random but very real questions — from overcoming the “I’m not good enough” narrative and what our future selves want us to know, to intrusive thoughts and how they mess with manifestation. We also explore whether we’d still be friends if we met today, the human emotions we might have overcome (spoiler: grief and jealousy are significant), our biggest regrets, and the moments we thought our lives were over. It’s giving late-night convos, journal prompts, and some much-needed perspective.2025-07-0821 minReally Not That Deep Podcast16. You Can Do Hard Things: ADHD, Discipline & Getting Out of Your Own WayWhy is doing literally anything hard in your 20s? From imposter syndrome spirals to last-minute meltdowns over printer paper, this episode dives into the mental chaos behind hard tasks — and how we somehow still get them done.We talk about:How ADHD, perfectionism, and time blindness sabotage usWhat actually works for motivation (hint: not waiting for it)Tools that help us stop procrastinating and start somewhereWhy celebrating small wins literally rewires your brainReframing failure, managing self-talk, and pushing through when everything feels too big...2025-07-0133 minReally Not That Deep Podcast15. This Era Is So Confusing But Apparently It’s GrowthEver look in the mirror and think, “Wait… who am I right now?” Because same. In this episode, we’re diving deep (but not too deep) into the weird, wobbly identity crisis that is your 20s — from imposter syndrome and personality glow-ups to outgrowing people, places, and survival mode versions of yourself.We’re unpacking:Why “healing” can feel like losing your personalityThe psychology behind identity shifts and self-boundariesA chaotic (but therapeutic) game of Did I Outgrow This or Was It Just a Red Flag?The ✨delulu✨ moments we mistook f...2025-06-2433 minReally Not That Deep Podcast14. Our Favorite Therapy Takeaways (So You Don’t Have to Pay $200/hr)In this episode, we’re unpacking the lessons that stuck from therapy: the mindset shifts that changed how we show up, the spirals we’ve named (and tamed), and why your inner critic is not the truth-teller she thinks she is.We’re breaking down the big breakthroughs and quiet reminders we wish we knew sooner. Expect digestible psychology, personal confessions, and emotional intelligence energy.No trauma dumps — just cozy, honest, lighthearted therapy talk that might just feel like the permission slip you didn’t know you needed.We cover:How therapy he...2025-06-1728 minReally Not That Deep Podcast13. Letting Go Isn’t Giving Up: Why Moving On Can Be the Right ChoiceWe’ve been taught that walking away means weakness, but what if it’s the strongest thing you can do?In this episode, we’re unpacking what it means to move on—from toxic friendships, dead-end relationships, old identities, and even summer camp. 👋 From messy breakups to switching schools, we share our own stories of choosing peace over pressure and why letting go doesn’t mean you didn’t try hard enough.PLUS: We play a fun game of “Should I Stay or Should I Go?” with real listener dilemmas, talk about glow-ups that only happen when you sto...2025-06-1033 minReally Not That Deep Podcast12. What no one wants to admit: body image, self-sabotage, and petty behaviourWe’re going there. This week, we’re diving into the things people never want to admit—feeling weird in your body, sabotaging good things, and realizing (too late) that maybe you were the toxic one. It’s raw, funny, a little too relatable, and totally judgment-free. If you’ve ever cringed at your own behavior but also wanted a hug about it… this one’s for you 🫶Follow Really Not That Deep for more episodes on self-growth, mindset shifts, and the beautifully messy reality of being in your 20s.Instagram & TikTok: @RNTD_podcast#ItsNotThatDeep...2025-06-0333 minReally Not That Deep Podcast11. Your honour, I've evolved - the glow up you can't see onlineIf you walked into a room and met you—as you are right now—would you like her? Would you trust her? Would you want to be her friend, her partner, her coworker?In this episode, we’re diving into the glow-up that isn’t about looks—it's about self-awareness, healing, and becoming someone we're genuinely proud of. We’re reflecting on old patterns, past versions of ourselves, and all the ways we’ve grown out of the chaos (well... mostly).We ask the big questions:✨ Would I date me?✨ What would my younger s...2025-05-2743 minReally Not That Deep Podcast10. Friendship in Your 20s: A RollercoasterWe all talk about heartbreak, but no one talks about how bad it hurts when your best friend becomes a stranger.In this week’s episode, we’re diving into the messy, hilarious, and weirdly emotional world of friendship in your 20s. From growing apart to soft-blocking each other in real life, we’re unpacking all the unspoken stuff that makes modern friendships… complicated.💌 We read your Dear Bestie letters (yes, some are chaotic).🚩 We rapid-fire red and green flag friend behaviours.📉 We do some unhinged but accurate friendship math.📊 And we put our own friendsh...2025-05-2042 minReally Not That Deep Podcast9. Would We Swipe Right on Ourselves?We’re flipping the dating game on its head and asking the real question: if you saw yourself on a dating app… would you swipe right? This week, we’re diving deep into self-worth, self-perception, and the wild journey of learning to love (and sometimes cringe at) who we are. We’ll talk about the version of ourselves we project versus who we really are, the filters we hide behind, and the moments that make us want to swipe left on our own lives.Expect real talk, some laughs, and maybe a few awkward truths about self-discovery and the never-en...2025-05-1327 minReally Not That Deep Podcast8. Rewire Your Brain With These 10 Mindset ShiftsYou know those realizations that hit so hard, you lowkey feel like a new person after? This episode is packed with those. We’re sharing 10 mindset shifts that genuinely changed how we show up—from realizing our brains confuse comfort with happiness, to calling out our inner critic, to learning that avoidance only delays the drama. These aren’t just cute Pinterest quotes—they’re psychology-backed shifts that actually helped us grow. Tune in for unfiltered stories, aha moments, and tips you’ll want to save for later.2025-05-0628 minReally Not That Deep Podcast7. The Psychology of It's Not That DeepYou know those moments when you brush something off with "it’s not that deep" — but deep down, it kinda is?In this episode, we dive into the real psychology behind "it’s not that deep" — when it’s a healthy mindset shift, and when it’s actually a sneaky coping mechanism.We break down:🧠 How cognitive distortions make things feel deeper than they are🛡 How "it’s not that deep" can protect your peace — or mask real emotions✨ The difference between healthy detachment and emotional avoidance🔍 Real personal stories of overthi...2025-04-2956 minReally Not That Deep Podcast6. The Wisest of Them All – Masculinity, Mental Health & Moving OnThis week, we’re joined by our guy friend Jacob Wise for a much-needed deep conversation on what it’s really like navigating your 20s as a guy. We talk frat life, male friendships, and the subtle pressure to always “have it together.” From not knowing how to respond (literally and emotionally) to learning how to actually feel your feelings, this one’s full of real talk, good laughs, and new perspectives. Whether you're a girl trying to understand the guy mind a little better or a guy who needs to hear he's not alone—this one's for you. Follow...2025-04-2247 minReally Not That Deep Podcast5. This Is What Healing Feels Like?You did everything “right.” You journaled, went to therapy, set boundaries, burned the sage… so why do you still feel off? In this episode, we talk about the messy, anticlimactic, and often lonely phase of healing that no one warns you about — the weird in-between where you’re not in pain anymore… but you’re not exactly “whole” either.We unpack:
✨ The myth of the healing glow-up
🧠 The nervous system side of post-chaos boredom
💔 Grief for your past self
🌀 Confessions of healing spirals
💡 And actual tools for navigating this quiet, neutral, “meh” vers...2025-04-1533 minReally Not That Deep PodcastThe Compliment Crisis: When Praise Becomes a Personality“Is This Me or Just a Compliment I Got in 2012?”How much of your personality is actually you… and how much is just stuff people praised you for, so you made it your whole personality? This week, we’re spiraling (lovingly) into the identity crisis of being self-aware and easily influenced. From being “the chill one” to “the funny friend” to “the mature emotional support human,” we unpack how compliments can quietly shape who we think we are—and why some of those traits don’t fit anymore.We’re talking social mirrors, personality pressure, validation addiction, and how to start building a self-i...2025-04-0836 minReally Not That Deep PodcastThe Universe Has Favourites - Here's How To Be OneIs luck something you're born with, or is it something you can actually create? In this episode, we're unpacking the psychology of luck, the power of mindset, and how shifting your energy can change what you attract.We’ll explore why some people seem “luckier” than others, the role of self-fulfilling prophecies, and whether manifestation is just a mindset hack or something more. Plus, we’ll share practical ways to bring more luck into your life—no four-leaf clovers required.Can you really make yourself luckier? Let’s find out.Follow Really Not That Deep for more episodes on self-growth...2025-04-0120 minReally Not That Deep PodcastYour 20s Are a Scam (but Also Iconic)Nobody talks about how weird your 20s actually are. One minute you’re romanticizing your morning coffee like the main character, and the next you’re spiraling because your friends are getting engaged while you just googled “howto do taxes.”In this episode, we’re unpacking the truth about navigating your 20s—the highs, the lows, and the constant identity crisis in between. From comparison culture and career confusion to relationship lessons and that “am I doing enough?” panic, we break down what it really means to grow through yourearly adult years.Expect real talk, psychology-backe...2025-03-2532 minReally Not That Deep Podcast10 Things to Live By (Because We’re All Just Figuring It Out)Welcome to It’s Really Not That Deep—the podcast where we dive into life’s biggest questions, overthink every angle, and still end up with the same conclusion: it’s really not that deep.For our very first episode, we’re kicking things off with 10 Things to Live By—the unhinged, yet surprisingly wise rules we made at 19 that still stand strong today. From choosing the right people to surround yourself with, to realizing that rejection is just redirection, these lessons keep us grounded as we navigate the chaos of our 20s.Get ready for hot take...2025-03-1842 minReally Not That Deep PodcastEpisode 1 TrailerIt's Really Not That Deep!Your go-to podcast for self-growth, mindset shifts, and the real, unfiltered side of being in your 20s. Navigating your 20s is messy, exciting, and just a little chaotic. Hosted by two 22-year-olds in the thick of it, this podcast dives into the real, raw, and sometimes hilarious side of self-growth, healing, and personal discovery.Expect psychology-backed insights, deep talks about life, relationships, and mindset shifts—plus a little bit of chaos (because what’s life without a spicy truth-or-drink moment?). If you’re on a journey to becoming your best self w...2025-03-1200 min