Self-Helpless

The girls are joined by, Josephine, to discuss her experience raising her 12 year-old son who was diagnosed with Fragile X Syndrome at 6 weeks old. Josephine shares how she felt the moment she heard the diagnosis, what resources have helped her the most, how people react to her son in public, what her day-to-day looks like, her thoughts about her son's future, and how she navigates marriage and self-care.  For exclusive rewards, and to influence content for the show, join our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless  Delanie: https://www.delaniefischer.com Kelsey: https://www.kelseycook.com Taylor: https://ttomcomedy.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The hosts discuss, "You're Not Listening," by Kate Murphy. Murphy dives into the psychology, neuroscience, and sociology of listening while using examples from some of the best listeners in the world - as well as explains why we’re not listening, what it’s doing to us, and how we can reverse the trend. Plus, the girls share their favorite takeaways from the book, what they believe makes a good listener, and ways they can improve their own listening skills.  For exclusive rewards, and to influence content for the show, join our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless  Delanie: https://www.delaniefischer.com Kelsey: https://www.kelseycook.com Taylor: https://ttomcomedy.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The hosts are joined by comedian, Ron Funches. They discuss the ups and downs of quarantine life, Ron's current self-care practice, setting intentions, and tarot card readings. Plus, Ron reveals an opportunity he turned down in order to focus on a passion project.  For exclusive rewards, and to influence content for the show, join our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless  Delanie: https://www.delaniefischer.com Kelsey: https://www.kelseycook.com Taylor: https://ttomcomedy.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The girls are joined by Pregnancy and Postpartum specialist, Keisha Tower. Keisha opens up about her three miscarriages, how she manages postpartum depression and anxiety, and what her day-to-day looks like during quarantine.  For exclusive rewards, and to influence content for the show, join our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless  Delanie: https://www.delaniefischer.com Kelsey: https://www.kelseycook.com Taylor: https://ttomcomedy.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The hosts discuss “Who Moved My Cheese?” by Spencer Johnson. This book uses a parable including four characters to describe the four different ways people react to change in their life. If you’re looking for some tips and inspiration for managing fear, this is the episode for you! For exclusive rewards, and to influence content for the show, join our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless  Delanie: https://www.delaniefischer.com Kelsey: https://www.kelseycook.com Taylor: https://ttomcomedy.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you balance being a caregiver while also taking care of yourself? Whether you're a new parent, caring for an elderly relative or loved one with special needs, or you're a professional caretaker - it's time to put you first. The girls learn the symptoms of caregiver burnout, how to prevent it, and also share some personal experiences. For exclusive rewards, and to influence content for the show, join our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless  Delanie: https://www.delaniefischer.com Kelsey: https://www.kelseycook.com Taylor: https://ttomcomedy.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The girls discuss the book, "The Secret Universe of Names," by Roy Feinson. Can the sound of your name really shape your personality? The girls read personality descriptions based on their own names, their partners' names, and discuss how accurate the readings are.  For exclusive rewards, and to influence content for the show, join our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless  Delanie: https://www.delaniefischer.com Kelsey: https://www.kelseycook.com Taylor: https://ttomcomedy.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The hosts discuss dating during quarantine and offer tips for getting to know new people. Can these new virtual and pandemic-inspired social norms actually improve your dating life and spark creativity? For exclusive rewards, and to influence content for the show, join our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless  Delanie: https://www.delaniefischer.com Kelsey: https://www.kelseycook.com Taylor: https://ttomcomedy.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The hosts discuss the worldwide bestseller, "Big Magic," by Elizabeth Gilbert. This book describes the attitudes, approaches, and habits we need in order to live our most creative lives. Plus, the girls share how they personally manage feelings of fear, and their own creative process for bringing new ideas into the world. For exclusive rewards, and to influence content for the show, join our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless  Delanie: https://www.delaniefischer.com Kelsey: https://www.kelseycook.com Taylor: https://ttomcomedy.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The girls talk with Self-Care and Stress Management Coach, Justine Sones, about how to set and maintain boundaries during quarantine. Whether you're a parent working from home while the kids are 2 feet away from you, an entrepreneur who is trying to keep their business afloat, or you're just feeling especially stressed during this time - this episode dives into practical steps we can take to create boundaries in a shared space and why doing so is vital.  For exclusive rewards, and to influence content for the show, join our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless  Delanie: https://www.delaniefischer.com Kelsey: https://www.kelseycook.com Taylor: https://ttomcomedy.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.