How to Stop Getting Triggered: Master Your Emotions, Heal Your Past

Ever feel like you’re stuck in emotional quicksand—reacting instead of responding, repeating old patterns, and people-pleasing your way to burnout? This episode is your lifeline. Lo sits down with Michelle Chalfant, therapist, author, and creator of The Adult Chair model, to talk about the psychology behind our emotional survival strategies—why we do what we do, and how to finally stop doing the things that keep us small, anxious, or stuck. From inner child healing to boundary setting, this conversation is a therapy session, a masterclass, and a wake-up call all rolled into one. If you’re ready to leave behind guilt, perfectionism, or that never-ending need to prove yourself, this one’s for you. Let’s unpack the behaviors that helped us survive—and find the ones that will help us thrive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this compelling episode of The Lo Life, host Lo is joined by actor, writer, and producer Greg Furman to dissect the unexpected, emotional, and eye-opening documentary on Paul Reubens—the man behind the iconic Pee-wee Herman. Together, they unpack the cultural impact of a character that defined a generation, while also exploring the darker side of fame and the media’s relentless effort to tear down one of Hollywood’s most unique creative voices. The episode dives into how Reubens’ eccentric genius challenged societal norms, only to be met with scandal, public shaming, and conservative-fueled controversy. Lo and Greg bring their own Hollywood experience into the conversation, drawing powerful parallels between their creative journeys and Reubens’ battle to stay true to himself in an industry that doesn’t always reward originality. What starts as a pop culture deep dive turns into something far more human—an inspiring and surprisingly emotional conversation about art, identity, and what it costs to be different. This isn’t just a tribute to Pee-wee—it’s a reexamination of a misunderstood icon, and a reminder that the truth is rarely what makes the headlines Facebook: Join the Coven: The Lo Life FB Group Instagram: @thelolifepodcast Your host: @stylelvr Guest: Greg Furman TikTok: @thelolifepodcast We have deals and steals for our kings and kweens- All thanks to our sponsors QUINCE: High fashion clothing for affordable prices. Discount code lolife at check out for free shipping NUTRAFOL: $10 off your first month's subscription and FREE travel kit with promo code LOLIFE PIQUE PU'ER TEA: Lo lifers will get 20% off FOR LIFE and a FREE STARTER KIT (yesss... a rechargeable frother and chic glass beaker to elevate your tea experience) at PIQUELIFE.com/LOLIFE SPOT and TANGO: Delicious and nutritious meals for your pup made with 100% whole, fresh ingredients- real USDA meats, fruits and veggies. Use code LOLIFE to get 50% off your first order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re back for Part 2 of our gut health deep dive—and if you thought the first episode changed how you see your body, this one will blow your mind. Lo continues the conversation with certified dietitian, nutrition coach, and former Division I athlete Danielle Rancourt, picking up right where they left off—this time getting even deeper into the real strategies that lead to long-term healing. Danielle breaks down the silent signs of gut imbalance that most people miss—and how they show up in your daily life through mood swings, food cravings, skin issues, and burnout. She shares the exact protocols she uses with her own clients to reset the gut, reduce inflammation, and get your body back into balance without cutting out everything you love. Plus, we get personal. Danielle opens up about the mental side of recovery, the pressure to “bounce back” after pregnancy, and how shifting her mindset around food helped her rebuild not just her physical strength, but her confidence as a mom, woman, and athlete. Whether you’re navigating bloating, brain fog, breakouts, or just feel off—this episode will help you understand what your body’s been trying to tell you all along. You deserve to feel good in your skin, and this conversation is your permission slip to start. Facebook: Join the Coven: The Lo Life FB Group Instagram: @thelolifepodcast Your host: @stylelvr Guest: Danielle Rancourt TikTok: @thelolifepodcast We have deals and steals for our kings and kweens- All thanks to our sponsors QUINCE: High fashion clothing for affordable prices. Discount code lolife at check out for free shipping NUTRAFOL: $10 off your first month's subscription and FREE travel kit with promo code LOLIFE PIQUE PU'ER TEA: Lo lifers will get 20% off FOR LIFE and a FREE STARTER KIT (yesss... a rechargeable frother and chic glass beaker to elevate your tea experience) at PIQUELIFE.com/LOLIFE SPOT and TANGO: Delicious and nutritious meals for your pup made with 100% whole, fresh ingredients- real USDA meats, fruits and veggies. Use code LOLIFE to get 50% off your first order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You’ve heard of gut health—but do you really understand what it means for your energy, mood, weight, skin, and even your mental health? This week on The Lo Life, Lo is joined by certified dietitian, nutrition coach, and former Division I athlete Danielle Rancourt for a must-listen conversation that breaks down gut health in the most simple, sustainable way. If you’ve ever felt confused about what to eat, how much, or when—it’s not your fault. The nutrition space is noisy and overwhelming, but Danielle is here to cut through the chaos with real answers. From balancing your microbiome to supporting digestion and reducing inflammation, Danielle shares actionable tools to heal your body from the inside out. She also opens up about the raw, unfiltered realities of postpartum life—how pregnancy, a C-section, and a new body rocked her confidence, and how she’s navigating her own wellness comeback. Whether you’re deep in a health journey or just starting to pay attention to your gut, this is part one of a powerful two-part episode you won’t want to miss. Stay Connected to The Lo Life! Facebook: Join the Coven: The Lo Life FB Group Instagram: @thelolifepodcast Your host: @stylelvr Guest: Danielle Rancourt TikTok: @thelolifepodcast We have deals and steals for our kings and kweens- All thanks to our sponsors QUINCE: High fashion clothing for affordable prices. Discount code lolife at check out for free shipping NUTRAFOL: $10 off your first month's subscription and FREE travel kit with promo code LOLIFE PIQUE PU'ER TEA: lo lifers will get 20% off FOR LIFE and a FREE STARTER KIT (yesss... a rechargeable frother and chic glass beaker to elevate your tea experience) at PIQUELIFE.com/LOLIFE SPOT and TANGO: Delicious and nutritious meals for your pup made with 100% whole, fresh ingredients- real USDA meats, fruits and veggies. Use code LOLIFE to get 50% off your first order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the traditional blueprint for life—marriage, mortgage, and a couple of kids—just doesn’t fit you? In this week’s episode of The Lo Life, Lo sits down with Dr. Jay Zigmont, PhD, MBA, CFP®, a best-selling author and financial planner who built his entire career on one radical question: What does financial freedom look like when kids aren’t part of the plan? Dr. Jay is the founder of Childfree Wealth® and a nationally recognized voice featured in Forbes, Fortune, and The Wall Street Journal. He and his wife made the conscious decision to live childfree—and in doing so, redefined what success, security, and legacy truly mean. This conversation isn’t just for people without kids. It’s for anyone who wants to rethink their relationship with money, homeownership, retirement, estate planning, and even cryptocurrency—with clarity and confidence. Lo and Dr. Jay break down: Why so many are choosing to live childfree—and what the data actually says about the future of family and finance. Whether you really need life insurance or a will if you don’t have kids. How to prepare for retirement without relying on the “raise a family = built-in safety net” model. How to approach investing—even if you’re starting late, scared, or unsure where to begin. The best piece of financial advice Dr. Jay has ever received (and why it applies to literally everyone). This episode will challenge your assumptions, offer real solutions, and might just change the way you think about your future. Whether you’re childfree by choice, by circumstance, or you’re simply tired of outdated money advice—this one’s for you. Stay Connected to The Lo Life! Facebook: Join the Coven: The Lo Life FB Group Instagram: @thelolifepodcast Your host: @stylelvr Guest: Dr. Jay -The finance guy $$$ TikTok: @thelolifepodcast We have deals and steals for our kings and kweens- All thanks to our sponsors QUINCE: High fashion clothing for affordable prices. Discount code lolife at check out for free shipping NUTRAFOL: $10 off your first month's subscription and FREE travel kit with promo code LOLIFE PIQUE PU'ER TEA: lo lifers will get 20% off FOR LIFE and a FREE STARTER KIT (yesss... a rechargeable frother and chic glass beaker to elevate your tea experience) at PIQUELIFE.com/LOLIFE SPOT and TANGO: Delicious and nutritious meals for your pup made with 100% whole, fresh ingredients- real USDA meats, fruits and veggies. Use code LOLIFE to get 50% off your first order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Swift is known for her chart-topping hits, sold-out stadiums, and iconic eras—but according to Harvard Business Review, she’s also one of the greatest business minds of our time. On this week’s episode of The Lo Life, Lo is joined by bestselling author and senior editor of The Harvard Business Review Kevin Evers, who spent two years unpacking the strategy, savviness, and sheer force of will that built the Swift empire—starting when she was just 13 years old. What began as a teenage girl charming country radio execs and dominating Myspace with homemade vlogs has evolved into a billion-dollar brand run with surgical precision. We’re talking fearless negotiation, media mastery, and a level of audience connection that makes even Silicon Valley’s biggest disruptors take notes. Kevin takes us behind the scenes of his new book, breaking down why Taylor deserves a seat at the business table alongside Steve Jobs, Jeff Bezos, and Branson. This isn’t about fanfare—this is about facts, power plays, and a masterclass in personal branding. From walking away from Big Machine to reclaiming her masters and rewriting industry rules, Swift isn’t just playing the game—she’s designing it. If you thought Taylor was just a pop star, think again. This conversation will change how you see her—and how you approach your own career moves. Stay Connected to The Lo Life! Facebook: Join the Coven: The Lo Life FB Group Instagram: @thelolifepodcast Your host: @stylelvr TikTok: @thelolifepodcast We have deals and steals for our kings and kweens- All thanks to our sponsors QUINCE: High fashion clothing for affordable prices. Discount code lolife at check out for free shipping NUTRAFOL: $10 off your first month's subscription and FREE travel kit with promo code LOLIFE PIQUE PU'ER TEA: lo lifers will get 20% off FOR LIFE and a FREE STARTER KIT (yesss... a rechargeable frother and chic glass beaker to elevate your tea experience) at PIQUELIFE.com/LOLIFE SPOT and TANGO: Delicious and nutritious meals for your pup made with 100% whole, fresh ingredients- real USDA meats, fruits and veggies. Use code LOLIFE to get 50% off your first order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Lo Life, Lo is joined by actress, singer, producer, and fellow true crime aficionada Hayley Orrantia for a gripping episode that dives headfirst into one of the most jaw-dropping murder cases to hit both sides of the Atlantic. Dubbed the Crime Doctors, Lo and Hayley dissect the twisted tale behind Jason Corbett’s brutal 2015 murder—a case re-ignited by Netflix’s hit documentary A Deadly American Marriage. His wife, Molly Martens, and her ex-FBI father claim self-defense, but a global audience (and Jason’s devastated family) suspect something far more sinister. Was Molly a grieving stepmom… or a manipulative murderer? Is her tearful on-screen performance Oscar-worthy or pure sociopathy? Lo and Hayley break it all down—no legal jargon, no trauma dumping—just the facts, some morally murky questions, and the signature wit you love from The Lo Life. Whether you’re a seasoned sleuth or true crime–curious with a low gore tolerance, this episode is for you. Stay Connected to The Lo Life! Facebook: Join the Coven: The Lo Life FB Group Instagram: @thelolifepodcast Your host: @stylelvr TikTok: @thelolifepodcast This Week's Guest: @HayleyOrrantia We have deals and steals for our kings and kweens- All thanks to our sponsors QUINCE: High fashion clothing for affordable prices. Discount code lolife at check out for free shipping PIQUE PU'ER TEA: lo lifers will get 20% off FOR LIFE and a FREE STARTER KIT (yesss... a rechargeable frother and chic glass beaker to elevate your tea experience) at PIQUELIFE.com/LOLIFE SPOT and TANGO: Delicious and nutritious meals for your pup made with 100% whole, fresh ingredients- real USDA meats, fruits and veggies. Use code LOLIFE to get 50% off your first order! THRIVE MARKET: healthy eating! Lo's go to spot for healthy, clean food and snacks. Are you ready for a junk free 2025? use code LoLife for 30% off your first order plus a free $60 gift! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a very special Mother’s Day episode hosted by Lo, reflecting on the powerful, vulnerable conversations he’s had—with the most popular guest at The Lo Life podcast, his mama! The candid conversations that take place at the kitchen table of his family home quickly became the highest downloaded episodes of this podcast. Lo brings you into his relationship with his mama for an emotional, honest and hilarious recap of the special moments that are foundational to this podcast. Lo shares the raw, unfiltered truth about growing up with a mother who was still healing herself while trying to raise a son. It’s a deeply personal look at generational trauma, the mistakes that shaped them both, and the quiet strength it takes to break the cycle. Whether your relationship with your mom is distant, complicated, beautiful, or still a work in progress, this episode is a heartfelt reminder: healing is messy, motherhood is hard, and love doesn’t always look the way we expect it to. This is an episode for those who are re-parenting themselves. Stay Connected to The Lo Life! Facebook: Join the Coven: The Lo Life FB Group Instagram: @thelolifepodcast Your host: @stylelvr TikTok: @thelolifepodcast We have deals and steals for our kings and kweens- All thanks to our sponsors QUINCE: High fashion clothing for affordable prices. Discount code lolife at check out for free shipping NUTRAFOL: $10 off your first month's subscription and FREE travel kit with promo code LOLIFE PIQUE PU'ER TEA: lo lifers will get 20% off FOR LIFE and a FREE STARTER KIT (yesss... a rechargeable frother and chic glass beaker to elevate your tea experience) at PIQUELIFE.com/LOLIFE SPOT and TANGO: Delicious and nutritious meals for your pup made with 100% whole, fresh ingredients- real USDA meats, fruits and veggies. Use code LOLIFE to get 50% off your first order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Lo Life, Lo is flying solo and stirring the pot in the best way possible with your favorite segment: Am I the A**hole?—Lo Lifer edition. From identity theft and hacked iPhones to Beyoncé's new tour and Kanye remaining on the forever-canceled list, Lo kicks things off with a personal hot take roundup (brace yourself for a PSA you didn’t know you needed). Then it’s time to get messy. A birthday party turns into a betrayal bombshell, a tattooed queen faces a family ultimatum, and someone’s Tupperware sparks a dinner table showdown. Add in parenting disputes and dog drama, and you’ve got a wild ride of stories where listeners want to know: “Was I the villain… or just setting boundaries?” Candid, funny and insightful, Lo breaks it all down with compassion, wit, and real-talk advice that’ll have you rethinking how you handle conflict, communication, and your own a**hole moments. Press play—judgment has never been this fun. Stay Connected to The Lo Life! Facebook: Join the Coven: The Lo Life FB Group Instagram: @thelolifepodcast Your host: @stylelvr TikTok: @thelolifepodcast We have deals and steals for our kings and kweens- All thanks to our sponsors QUINCE: High fashion clothing for affordable prices. Discount code lolife at check out for free shipping NUTRAFOL: $10 off your first month's subscription and FREE travel kit with promo code LOLIFE PIQUE PU'ER TEA: lo lifers will get 20% off FOR LIFE and a FREE STARTER KIT (yesss... a rechargeable frother and chic glass beaker to elevate your tea experience) at PIQUELIFE.com/LOLIFE SPOT and TANGO: Delicious and nutritious meals for your pup made with 100% whole, fresh ingredients- real USDA meats, fruits and veggies. Use code LOLIFE to get 50% off your first order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lo is joined by actress, singer, and his fashion muse Hayley Orrantia—for a no-gatekeeping, honest guide to everything you actually need to know for spring and summer 2025. This episode is serving a BS free, full glam strategy session. With recession-era budgeting on the rise, Lo’s breaking down how to shop smarter, not harder, and which trends are actually worth the money. From the colors that are about to be everywhere to the most flattering cuts and trends for every body, they’re covering everything you need—head to toe, inside and out. They open up about their own personal style, fashion flops, and biggest beauty icks (spoiler: razor burn is OUT), while Hayley spills the tea on her go-to online stores and how she’s making the 2025 trends work for real life. Plus, brunettes are having a moment—Lo has thoughts. And if you’re feeling lost or overwhelmed in your style era, whether you’re a king, a queen, or somewhere in between, this episode is your sign to stop doom-scrolling and start elevating. It’s funny, it’s honest, and it’ll make you want to clean out your closet immediately. Stay Connected to The Lo Life! Facebook: Join the Coven: The Lo Life FB Group Instagram: @thelolifepodcast Your host: @stylelvr TikTok: @thelolifepodcast This Week's Guest: @HayleyOrrantia We have deals and steals for our kings and kweens- All thanks to our sponsors QUINCE: High fashion clothing for affordable prices. Discount code lolife at check out for free shipping NUTRAFOL: $10 off your first month's subscription and FREE shipping with promo code LOLIFE THRIVE MARKET: healthy eating! Lo's go to spot for healthy, clean food and snacks. Are you ready for a junk free 2025? use code LoLife for 30% off your first order plus a free $60 gift! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices