Dr Julie Smith: Why Understanding Your Mind Changes Everything

May 1, 2025

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This week on Saturn Returns, Caggie is joined by the brilliant Dr Julie Smith - clinical psychologist, bestselling author, and one of the most trusted voices in mental health online.

With over 8 million followers across social media, Dr Julie has become known for her ability to break down complex psychological ideas into relatable, bite-sized content that resonates deepl- especially with younger generations navigating an increasingly overwhelming world.

In this episode, Caggie and Julie dive into her journey from private practice to global online success. It all started with a single TikTok video in 2019 - something she wasn’t sure anyone would even watch. Since then, her clear, compassionate insights have offered millions a new language for understanding their mental and emotional world.

Julie opens up about the process behind her viral content, the philosophy that drives her work, and the intention behind her best-selling books, Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? and Open When - a beautifully designed toolkit for life’s most difficult moments.

Topics Covered in This Episode:

🪐 How learning how your mind works puts you back in control

🪐 Dr Julie’s journey from therapy room to TikTok

🪐 The difference between introversion and being a highly-sensitive person

🪐 The often-missed signs of high-functioning depression

🪐 Simple tools to interrupt negative thinking patterns

🪐 Why you're not broken—you just haven’t been taught the tools

Whether you're struggling with overwhelm, navigating change, or just craving more emotional clarity, this episode is a reminder that support doesn’t have to be complicated. Dr Julie's work proves that healing can start with a single, simple insight.

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