The perks of being uncomfortable

When TikToker Hattie Willoughby posted a video titled “I’m 54 and this is what life has taught me,” it wasn’t just advice — it was a mic drop. In this episode, I sit down with the woman whose words stopped me mid-scroll and made me want to live braver, softer, and truer.We talk about:The art of not making yourself small for people who refuse to growWhy aging isn’t something to fear, but something to claimWhat happens when you stop waiting for applause and start clapping for yourselfAnd how to unlearn the need for external validation and come home to your own worthThis is one of those conversations that will stay with you — the kind you might want to replay when you need a reminder that it’s never too late to write a new chapter. Especially one where you are the main character.Hattie’s grace, clarity, and no-BS wisdom is a gift. I’m so lucky to share it with you.Need a hand staying in main character mode? Find out more at doitfortheplotline.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can you neg yourself into a good mood? Turns out... yes.If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at a pastel affirmation or felt like you were being gaslit by someone holding a crystal, this episode is for you. We’re diving into the gloriously unhinged world of Ominous Positivity, the dark twin of high-vibe self-talk, where your affirmations sound more like threats... and somehow that’s what works.I’m sharing the mindset shift that helped me through my divorce, identity crises, and algorithm-induced spiritual fatigue. You’ll hear about:Why “everything is always working out for me” made me want to screamThe journaling method that backfired spectacularlyHow saying “this version of me is not permanent” in a villain voice might actually save youAnd the 3-step tactic for using Ominous Positivity when you’re spiralingThink of it as optimism, but with edge. Positivity dressed in leather. A motivational speech delivered by your evil twin.This is your plot twist. Let’s write it.Find out more at doitfortheplotline.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you having bad sex because you're too polite? This week on Plot Armor, I’m joined by journalist and author Alyx Gorman, whose new book All Women Want dives into the real reasons women are often having worse sex than men—and what to do about it. We talk sexual scripts, performance pressure, the politics of submission, and why your pleasure should be the priority. Because yes, being the main character applies to your sex life too. Whether you’re celibate, curious, or just sick of faking it, this one’s for you.Want to chat? Slide into my DMs on instagram @meghan_mctavish or email me at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What actually happens when you almost die—but don’t? And more importantly… why didn’t you? This week on Plot Armor, I’m joined by TikTok’s reiki queen and quantum healer Willow Caelan, who shares the story of her near-death experience (NDE) and what it taught her about time, timelines, and why your reality might be shifting all the time without you even knowing it.We talk quantum physics, spiritual purpose, and the mysterious line between survival and fate. Whether or not you’ve had an NDE, this episode will make you look at your life—and your timeline—very differently. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mami Onami—a spiritual teacher, trauma alchemist, ex-cult kid, and multi-millionaire business coach—who’s here to blow up everything you think you know about narcissism.We talk survival, self-branding, and what it really means to make yourself the main character (spoiler: it might just save your life). Even if you’re not into tantra or spiritual speak, trust me, this one’s worth your time.Have a burning question? Reach out to me directly at @meghan_mctavish or at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There’s comfort in the ‘woe is me’ narrative, but staying in victim mode keeps you stuck in a subplot. This episode breaks down why we cling to victimhood and how to rewrite ourselves as the protagonist—flaws, resilience, and all. Start flipping the script with The Plotline© journal. Ready to reclaim the plot? Let’s talk—DM me at @meghan_mctavish or email [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you waiting for the love interest, or are you the love interest? This episode is about rewriting the way we date—setting the tone, raising the stakes, and refusing to be reduced to a side plot. Take control of your romantic storyline with The Plotline© journal. Have a main character dating story? I want to hear it—DM me at @meghan_mctavish or email [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Life will humble you, but it’s how you get back up that makes the story worth telling. Whether it’s a career flop, a bad breakup, or a reputation disaster, this episode is all about the psychology of a great comeback. No comeback arc is complete without a good script—write yours in The Plotline© journal. Have a comeback story? Tell me at @meghan_mctavish or email [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You believed what?! From misunderstood song lyrics to wild family myths, this episode revisits the bizarre plot holes in our childhood stories. How do these beliefs shape us, and how do we rewrite them as adults? Time to fact-check your own narrative—start journaling with The Plotline© journal. Got a hilarious childhood misconception? Share it with me at @meghan_mctavish or [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Growth happens in the gaps—the in-between moments where things feel messy, uncertain, and just a little painful. This episode is all about why discomfort is the best co-writer of your story, even when it doesn’t feel like it. If you’re in a ‘character development’ era, The Plotline© journal is your new best friend. Let’s swap stories—DM me at @meghan_mctavish or email [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.