The Baggage Reclaim Sessions

Natalie Lue
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Oct 29, 2025 • 16min

Between the Sessions: Future Fakers and Future Faking 👀

Dive into the intriguing world of future faking, where promises of tomorrow are used to secure benefits today. Discover two types of future fakers—intentional manipulators and reactive over-promisers—and the emotional toll their actions can have. Learn about gaslighting tactics and how to set boundaries to protect yourself. With real-world examples and personal insights, the episode offers practical advice for recovery and encourages listeners to reclaim their worth in relationships.
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Oct 24, 2025 • 45min

Ep. 303: Tired of Chasing: How to Tell if You're Ambitious or Just Activated

Explore the fine line between ambition and the exhausting chase for validation. Discover how people-pleasing and over-identification with roles can lead to burnout. Natalie shares insights on recognizing emotional triggers disguised as ambition. She dives into the importance of setting boundaries and aligning actions with personal values. Reflection on ease and peace reveals why they often feel unsettling. Ultimately, it's about who you become in the pursuit, challenging listeners to break free from old patterns and embrace intentional growth.
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7 snips
Oct 15, 2025 • 12min

Between the Sessions: Why Do They Keep Having Sex With Me If They're Not Interested?

Exploring the complexities of casual relationships, the discussion highlights why people might engage in sex without seeking commitment. Signals can become mixed, where intimacy doesn’t always indicate progression. The importance of aligning actions and words is emphasized, revealing how silence and gaslighting patterns complicate intentions. Listeners are encouraged to slow down, reclaim their agency, and ensure mutual agreement in any arrangement. Ultimately, prioritizing self-respect and clear communication is key to fostering healthy connections.
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15 snips
Oct 10, 2025 • 1h 11min

Ep. 302 Your Attention is Sacred: How Social Media Makes You Shop for Flaws with Amelia Hruby"

Amelia Hruby, host of the Off The Grid podcast and author of Your Attention Is Sacred (Except on Social Media), joins for a thought-provoking discussion. She shares her journey from influencer to social media critic, revealing how platforms can feel like toxic relationships. Amelia dives into the concept of the subconscious 'shopping for flaws,' reframing attention as sacred instead of a commodity. She offers practical steps to reclaim focus, including the importance of intentional use and even stepping away from social media altogether.
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12 snips
Oct 1, 2025 • 13min

Between the Sessions: 30 Signs Someone Isn't Interested

Explore the red flags of disinterest in relationships, from sporadic contact to treating you as an option. Discover why we often make excuses for poor partner behavior and the pitfalls of self-centered communication. Learn how genuine interest manifests through consistent actions and clear commitments, while understanding the deceptive nature of mixed signals. Plus, find out how to assess your relationship honestly and break free from cycles of emotional unavailability. It's an insightful journey into recognizing true interest versus mere pretense.
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12 snips
Sep 26, 2025 • 1h 14min

Ep. 301 Self-Leadership with Ruthie Zerai: How to Stop Living at the Mercy of Others

Ruthie Zerai, a leadership coach focused on self-leadership, discusses the power of reclaiming agency over your life. She explains how resentment signals a loss of personal power and dives into the dangers of passivity and people-pleasing in work environments. Zerai emphasizes human leadership, advocating for vulnerability and wellbeing over perfectionism. With insights on entrepreneurship, she encourages prioritizing rest and establishing practical routines for self-connection, urging listeners to take actionable steps towards leading themselves.
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9 snips
Sep 12, 2025 • 31min

Ep. 300: The Non-Linear Path: Celebrating 20 Years of Baggage Reclaim

On a special milestone, the hosts celebrate 20 years of their journey, reflecting on personal challenges like grief and family transitions. They delve into the unpredictability of life, emphasizing the importance of trusting your instincts. A relatable story about a secondhand hairdryer illustrates how gut feelings can guide decision-making. The conversation encourages embracing life’s twists and turns and making compassionate choices for meaningful outcomes.
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Aug 29, 2025 • 56min

Ep. 299: The Underdog Advantage: Breaking Cycles with Keeley Taverner

Keeley Taverner, a psychotherapist specializing in toxic relationships and the founder of Key4Change, shares her inspiring journey from working at Ikea to becoming a successful therapist. She discusses how embracing the underdog role can drive personal transformation. Keeley delves into why many are drawn to narcissists, the importance of self-love, and practical tips for meeting people in real life. As she critiques current discussions around narcissism, she emphasizes action over endless research, urging listeners to take charge of their relationships.
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10 snips
Aug 15, 2025 • 27min

Ep. 298: Stop Feeding Your Worry Goldfish: Finding Calm in Uncertain Times

Dive into the emotional rollercoaster of managing anxiety after tough diagnoses. Discover practical tools for breaking free from worry cycles and embracing life's uncertainties. Personal stories illustrate the journey to finding calmness amidst chaos. Resilience takes center stage as listeners gain valuable insights to navigate their own anxious moments. Tune in for a dose of reassurance and empowerment!
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Jul 25, 2025 • 1h 12min

Ep. 297: Breaking the Control Habit: Why I wrote my new book LET GO

A heartfelt discussion unfolds around the themes of vulnerability and control in storytelling. The speaker reflects on their personal journey through a cancer diagnosis and the cathartic process of writing their mini memoir, 'Let Go.' Listeners are invited to consider the weight of societal expectations and how they can hinder fulfillment. The conversation encourages embracing emotional challenges and shifting perspectives on personal growth. Ultimately, it's about the transformative power of letting go and the importance of community support in overcoming self-doubt.

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