Sticks and Stones

The epidemic of loneliness has never been so evident in society than right now. Most people have experienced this feeling at some point in time but many do not understand why this mental state can hit them at any given moment. This episode gets to the root cause of loneliness and offers practical ways to combat and overcome this state of mind. Join Brianna and Merissa as they debunk the false perceptions society associates with loneliness. 

As we come to the final months of the year it is hard to maintain the same drive and determination we started with. Join Brianna and Merissa for their most practical episode yet. Feel inspired as they offer their personal tips and tools on minimising burnout and reigniting the passion to see your goals through. This is an episode not to be missed.

Do you find yourself feeling inadequate, unworthy, undeserving, or less than? If you find yourself answering yes to the above, then chances are you may be dealing with insecurity.  Many people go through life without facing their deeply rooted insecurity or try to avoid the uncertainty and anxiety they have about themselves. This episode explores the perils of insecurity and how to acknowledge and conquer the thoughts we believe to be true about ourselves.

Have you ever found it difficult to be authentic with those around you but didn't know why? This episode reveals the root causes of why we struggle to be transparent with the people in our lives. Find out why transparency is such a highly valued trait and how you can develop this from a habit into a lifestyle. 

We’ve all compared ourselves to one person or another at some point in our lives. Have you ever wondered how this may be impacting your day-to-day life? Within this episode, Brianna and Merissa explore the beast of comparison and take you on their personal journeys of successfully conquering it. Tune in as they take on their most thought-provoking topic to date. 

For many people, the four most anxiety-inducing words they will hear is the dreaded "we need to talk". Confrontation is not comfortable but when it is done right, it can be utilised as a tool to create trust. Join Brianna and Merissa as they tackle their toughest topic yet.

Have you ever heard the age-old saying "sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never break me"? Join the conversation as Brianna and Merissa debunk this belief and explore the most potent weapon we have; words.

How many times have you missed out on enjoying the present because you were too tangled up in your past? Join Brianna and Merissa as they discuss what hinders us from enjoying the now and share their personal experiences navigating through this journey. If you've ever found yourself struggling to be fully present, this is an episode not to be missed.

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