The Listening Well

In this solo episode, the host dives into powerful Reddit stories that reflect the raw realities of life and loss—while offering guidance through a therapeutic lens. The first story comes from a mother navigating the unimaginable grief of losing her 3-year-old son, and the struggle of feeling misunderstood by loved ones as she steps back from work to heal. The second story follows a young woman in her mid-twenties whose once vibrant social circle has disappeared, leaving her alone during a pivotal moment in her life. With empathy and insight, this episode explores grief, isolation, resilience, and the wa...

In this inspiring episode, Kellina Powell—known to many as the DeafQueenBoss—joins the show to share her journey of finding her voice and stepping into the work of advocacy for the Disability Community. Kellina opens up about what led her to become an advocate, the impact of her work today, and her mission to uplift and empower others. She also provides practical tools, resources, and approaches that individuals with disabilities can use to connect with support and find their community.

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In this reflective episode, the host shares a personal story about the winding path that led to becoming a therapist. Starting out as a mental health case manager, the intense demands of the role eventually led to burnout. Seeking a new way to make an impact, the host pursued a master’s degree in social work and transitioned into administration, focusing on creating supportive environments for direct service staff.

Yet, even in leadership, something was missing. Through this realization came an important turning point—the decision to return to direct client work as a therapist, where fulfillment and...

In this episode, Dallas Collins shares a powerful and deeply personal story about shedding the ego and releasing the narrative he carried for years about who he thought he was. Through his journey, Dallas invites us to consider how the stories we tell ourselves can keep us from experiencing true freedom. He speaks on the transformative power of letting go, and how we can all walk a better path by reconnecting with our inherent existence—one filled with joy, love, and peace.

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In this episode, the host is joined by the author of Bullied Behind Bars: A Gay Christian Trump Supporter Goes to Prison Matt Melvin. Together, they explore the powerful themes of the book and the lessons readers can take away from this unique and thought-provoking story.

The guest shares his personal experiences navigating life on the autism spectrum with Asperger’s, including the challenges of accessing resources and support. Throughout the conversation, he offers wisdom on the importance of mental health advocacy, building community, and finding strength in vulnerability.

This episode highlights resilience, identity, and th...

In this solo episode, the host reads and reflects on a series of powerful written-in and Reddit stories that many of us can relate to.

Story One: A mother grapples with the challenge of pursuing her dream of going back to school while balancing a new job and the demands of home life.

Story Two: A young man wrestles with feelings of disappointment and self-judgment as he moves back in with his parents while working and going to school to pivot his career.

Story Three: A friend group faces tension when one member...

In this powerful and moving episode, our guest, a social worker and mental health professional, bravely shares her story of resilience and advocacy. Growing up in a culture where men were favored, women’s education was minimized, and the expectation was to become a homemaker, she faced challenges that shaped her path.

She opens up about her experience as a survivor of sexual assault and how those deeply personal struggles fueled her passion for helping others. Today, she uses her voice and her platform to break the stigma around mental health, advocate for survivors, and inspire those wh...

In this inspiring episode, our guest — a seasoned public speaker and advocate for personal growth — opens up about their journey of navigating life with an undiagnosed learning disability. They share how years of self-doubt and challenge became the foundation for cultivating resilience, empathy, and purpose. Through stories of perseverance and transformation, listeners will learn how to reframe failure as an essential part of the learning process and discover the power of focusing on the 80% of good that exists within the 100% of our lives. This conversation serves as a heartfelt reminder that our setbacks often hold the seeds of our grea...

In this episode, Shania kicks off a brand-new segment where she dives into real stories shared anonymously and from Reddit—offering her honest feedback, advice, and perspective.

The first story explores workplace friendships, boundaries, and the confusing silence that sometimes follows when a colleague moves on. The second story touches on the struggles of school-aged friendships, competition, and the very real feelings of being left out when friends succeed and you don’t.

Tune in for thoughtful reflections, candid advice, and relatable moments that remind us we’re not alone in navigating these tricky situations.

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In this episode, Shania is joined by a special guest who runs a paranormal podcast and has firsthand experience with the supernatural. He shares the story of buying a haunted home, the strange and fascinating encounters he’s had, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.

Together, they explore what it means to live with spirits, why fear often comes from misunderstanding, and how embracing these experiences can shift your perspective. His advice? Don’t be afraid—spirits aren’t here to hurt us.

If you’ve ever been curious about the paranormal, this convers...

In the very first episode, the host opens up about the heart and vision behind launching this podcast. Listeners will hear why this space was created, what to expect from future episodes, and the values that will guide each conversation.

The host also shares a deeply personal story of growing up as a Black woman in a predominantly white community and the journey of learning to embrace and love her natural hair. Through this story, she reflects on identity, self-acceptance, and the importance of creating platforms where voices and stories that often go unheard can be celebrated.<...

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