
Self-Helpless
Described as "an unfiltered thera-brunch with your best friends" where we can have "light conversations about heavy sh*t," Self-Helpless candidly explores the highs, lows, and in-betweens of personal growth—with a strong emphasis on everyday activism. Featuring a variety of specialists, public figures, and subscribers, the show garners millions of downloads, frequents the top Apple & Spotify charts, and has been featured on Conan and The Tonight Show. If you're interested in conscious consumption, holistic health, creativity, purpose—basically trying to figure out wtf we're all doing here and how to make the most of it, you'll be into Self-Helpless. Past guests include: Tan France, Michael Buble,' Rachel Rodgers, Pete Holmes, Dr. Ramani, Ed Winters, Kati Morton, Preacher Lawson, Kris Carr, Jessamyn Stanley, Freddie Prinze Jr., Rachel Ricketts, Nikki Glaser, Sonya Renee Taylor, Amie McNee, and more.Hosted by Delanie Fischer, Co-Author of MockTales, Creative Activist, and resident homebody, Self-Helpless has 400+ episodes to browse including a hot combo of long-form and minis ("Self-Helpless Snacks")—integrating guests, solo deep-dives, and even life hacks from extra cool and qualified people like Delanie's dad. New episode every Monday!
Latest episodes

Jan 2, 2023 • 38min
20 Tips For Managing The Winter Blues with Kelsey Cook
Do the holidays and/or winter season have you feeling down or stressed? Kelsey's offering some tips to help lift your spirits. Based on one of her favorite "Artist’s Way" exercises, Kelsey generated a list of 20 things she loves doing, and is encouraging listeners to do the same. Whether it’s pampering yourself with an at-home spa night, or trying a brand new dessert recipe, it’s nice to have an accessible list of go-to activities that can help make winter blues more manageable.
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Dec 26, 2022 • 42min
How To Use The Pomodoro Technique To Get Sh*t Done
Delanie Fischer and Kelsey Cook are discussing the popular time management method, The Pomodoro Technique -- what it is, how it was developed, and who can benefit from implementing it. They also share their own experience using The Pomodoro, how it’s impacted them, and the modifications they’ve made to best integrate it into their lives. Plus, some of their favorite mindset hacks!
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Dec 19, 2022 • 57min
Overcoming Learned Helplessness with Licensed Therapist, Kati Morton
Kati Morton, a licensed therapist and best-selling author specializing in mental health, joins Delanie Fischer and Kelsey Cook to explore learned helplessness. They discuss its origins, effects on relationships, and practical steps for overcoming it. Kati emphasizes the damaging role of social comparison and its ties to joy theft. The conversation dives into conquering unhealthy attachment patterns in relationships and the importance of emotional independence. Listeners gain insights on fostering healthier connections and prioritizing self-care.

Dec 12, 2022 • 57min
How To Build Wealth with Delyanne, The Money Coach
We are joined by personal finance influencer and self-made millionaire, Delyanne The Money Coach. Delyanne answers all of our burning questions about investing and demystifies this topic in such a fun, simple way. She covers the stock market, retirement, debt -- as well as how our mindset impacts the way we manage our money. Whether you’re new to investing or a seasoned pro, there are so many juicy nuggets inside this episode. We wish we would’ve learned this sh*t years ago and we’re so excited for you to tune in!
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Dec 5, 2022 • 36min
25 Holiday Gift Ideas with Kelsey Cook
Kelsey Cook is sharing her favorite gift ideas -- products for animals (and their parents), makeup lovers, the men in your life, those who enjoy a fancy cocktail or three, and lots more.
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Nov 28, 2022 • 1h 21min
10 Lessons Learned In Therapy with Chad Daniels
The girls are joined by Kelsey’s boyfriend and comedian, Chad Daniels. Chad shares the top lessons that he’s learned in therapy over the years, and tips for those who are skeptical of starting. Plus, a couple of big therapy takeaways from Kelsey and Delanie!
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Nov 21, 2022 • 1h 18min
Our Reaction To The Love Is Blind Season Finale
After finishing season three of the hit Netfix show, "Love is Blind," Kelsey and Delanie are sharing how they feel about the dynamics between this season's couples, and the outcome of their weddings. They discuss the important conversations the show has sparked in their own relationships, tips for living with a significant other, and the most opportune times to have big relationship talks. Heads up: lots of spoilers in this episode!
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Nov 14, 2022 • 42min
7 Tips For Combatting The Sunday Scaries
Delanie Fischer and Kelsey Cook are discussing The Sunday Scaries -- that anxiety and dread many of us have felt when Monday approaches. They share personal experiences about jobs they’ve had, how entrepreneurship has affected their Sunday Scaries, and offer a variety of tips that have helped them make it through tough weeks, as well as how they navigate uncertainty in their careers. Whether you’re an employee, or employer, this episode will bring you some comfort as you reflect on the week ahead!
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Nov 7, 2022 • 50min
Healing From An Eating Disorder with Alexandra Catalano
We are joined by Ted X Speaker and Founder of Eat Cute, Alexandra Catalano. Alex opens up about the disordered eating she experienced in her 20s, why and how it manifested, and what steps she took to heal. Plus, the shifts in mindset, habits, and self-worth that have helped her the most. *This content may be difficult for people in recovery.
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Oct 31, 2022 • 46min
How Priorities Change in Your 20s vs. 30s
Delanie Fischer and Kelsey Cook are sharing the different shifts in priorities they’ve experienced from their 20s to 30s. They cover relationships, health, work, money, spirituality, and self-love -- as well as the biggest lessons they’ve learned so far. Plus, the advice they would’ve given themselves in their 20s to save time, energy, and frustration as they navigated such a pivotal decade.
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