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Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads

Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads

By: G-Rex and Dirty Skittles Bleav
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 ”Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads” is a podcast that emerged from G-Rex’s personal mental health journey, starting with a breakdown in 2022. Supported by her wife, 988, and a higher power, G-Rex found healing and vowed to destigmatize mental health struggles. With best friend Dirty Skittles, the podcast tackles life’s challenges with humor and honesty, emphasizing the importance of open dialogue. Listeners join their engaging discussions on relationships, parenting, pop culture, and mental health, gaining practical tips and a sense of community. Through laughter and camaraderie, the podcast offers empowerment and solidarity, reminding everyone that it’s okay not to be okay and encouraging reaching out for support. Ultimately, ”Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads” is a beacon of hope, humor, and companionship, advocating for mental health awareness and inclusivity.© 2023 Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads Alternative & Complementary Medicine Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
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  • Katherine Giovanni on Forgiveness: How Letting Go Gives You Your Life Back

    Katherine Giovanni on Forgiveness: How Letting Go Gives You Your Life Back
    Jan 29 2026
    Trigger Notice & Support Reminder This episode includes discussion of suicide, sexual assault, trauma, addiction, and cancer.If you or someone you love is struggling or in crisis, help is available.Call or text 988 in the U.S. or visit https://findahelpline.com for global resources. What if forgiveness wasn’t about letting someone off the hook — but about finally setting yourself free? In this powerful conversation, G-Rex and Dirty Skittles sit down with Katherine Giovanni to talk about trauma, anger, and how forgiveness can be a deeply personal, life-changing act of self-healing. Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads — a 2024 People’s Choice Podcast Award Winner (Best Health) and 2024 Women in Podcasting Award Winner (Best Mental Health Podcast) with over 3.5 million downloads and counting — continues its mission to spark unfiltered conversations about the human mind. We’d love to hear your thoughts! Leave us written or voice feedback here: https://castfeedback.com/67521f0bde0b101c7b10442a Mental Health Quote “Forgiveness isn’t about them. It’s about getting your life — and your peace — back.”— Katherine Giovanni Episode Description Forgiveness gets thrown around a lot — but nobody really teaches us how to do it, or what to do when we don’t want to. In this deeply human and eye-opening episode, Katherine Giovanni joins G-Rex and Dirty Skittles to flip the script on forgiveness, trauma, and healing. A three-time award-winning author, transformation mentor, and stage 3 breast cancer survivor, Katherine shares her powerful personal journey through childhood trauma, addiction, loss, and survival — and how forgiveness became the tool that helped her reclaim her life. Not as a pass for harmful behavior, but as a boundary-setting, self-preserving act of freedom. Katherine introduces her practical, step-by-step forgiveness process, including her unique approach to forgiving not only people but also the energy around painful memories. Together, the trio explores why forgiveness is selfish (in the best way), why you don’t owe anyone a relationship, and why some things may never be forgivable — and that’s okay. They also dive into forgiving yourself, releasing guilt and shame, and even unpack why our relationship with money often needs forgiveness, too. This conversation is raw, insightful, and unexpectedly empowering — especially for anyone who feels stuck replaying old wounds or carrying anger that’s quietly draining their joy. If you’ve ever said, “I’ll never forgive them,” this episode might just change how you think about healing — and about yourself. Keywords: Katherine Giovanni, forgiveness, emotional healing, trauma recovery, self-forgiveness, mental health podcast, letting go, emotional freedom, healing from abuse, guilt and shame, boundaries, cancer survivor, addiction recovery, forgiveness process Meet Our Guest — Katherine Giovanni Katherine Giovanni is a three-time award-winning best-selling author, speaker, and one of the original founders of the independent concierge industry. A stage 3 breast cancer survivor and transformation mentor, she helps people release guilt, shame, and emotional blocks through forgiveness, intuition, and self-awareness. Connect with Katherine:Website: https://www.katharinegiovanni.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katharine.giovanniInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/katharinegiovanniYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0PPtlSUPldGNl9mIRRtAmALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katharinegiovanni/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kathgiovanniSubstack: https://katharinegiovanni.substack.com/ Key Takeaways Forgiveness is not weakness — it’s a powerful act of self-protection.You can forgive someone without allowing them back into your life.Holding onto anger keeps you stuck in the past; forgiveness restores your freedom.Forgiving the energy around a memory helps stop emotional triggers.Self-forgiveness is often the hardest — and most important — healing step.Healing is a marathon, not a sprint. Actionable Items Write a forgiveness list and start with the easiest people first — not the biggest wounds.Practice forgiving the energy around painful memories, not just the people involved.Check in with your body after forgiveness work and pace yourself gently. References Mentioned The Ultimate Path to Forgiveness by Katherine Giovanni988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.orgGlobal Crisis Resources — https://findahelpline.com Important Chapters 00:03:00 – Why forgiveness is misunderstood and rarely taught00:06:30 – The truth about forgiving without reconnecting00:10:00 – Katherine’s step-by-step forgiveness process00:14:30 – Forgiving trauma, abuse, and the “unforgivable.”00:23:00 – Why forgiving yourself is often the hardest part00:31:00 – Forgiving money and breaking old survival patterns00:38:30 – Freedom, peace, and reclaiming your life Closing CTA Subscribe...
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    47 mins
  • Dr. Esther Zeldon on Career Burnout, Anxiety, and Finding Purpose After a Toxic “Successful” Life

    Dr. Esther Zeldon on Career Burnout, Anxiety, and Finding Purpose After a Toxic “Successful” Life
    Jan 27 2026
    What happens when you do everything right, earn the degrees, land the title, and build security, yet still feel empty inside? In this powerful Season 16 opener, G Rex and Dirty Skittles sit down with Dr. Esther Zeldon to talk honestly about burnout, anxiety, people pleasing, and the moment you realize the life you built is slowly eroding your mental health. Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads — a 2024 People’s Choice Podcast Award Winner (Best Health) and 2024 Women in Podcasting Award Winner (Best Mental Health Podcast) with over 3.5 million downloads and counting — continues its mission to spark unfiltered conversations about the human mind. We’d love to hear your thoughts! Leave us written or voice feedback here: https://castfeedback.com/67521f0bde0b101c7b10442a Mental Health Quote “There is no such thing as real safety if you are betraying yourself to keep it.” — Dr. Esther Zeldon Episode Description Burnout does not always come from failure. Sometimes it comes from success. In this raw and deeply human conversation, Dr. Esther Zeldon joins G Rex and Dirty Skittles to unpack what happens when a lifetime of chasing stability, titles, and external validation leads straight to anxiety, depression, and disconnection from purpose. Esther shares her powerful story, from surviving a life-threatening illness as a child, to becoming a high-achieving diplomat and international development professional, to realizing that the “safe” life she built was quietly damaging her mental health. Together, they explore how childhood trauma can disguise itself as ambition, why people pleasing keeps so many of us stuck in toxic jobs, and how fear of failure often hides a deeper fear of finally being honest with ourselves. This episode is not about reckless quitting or overnight success. It is about alignment. It is about learning to say no. It is about recognizing that security is often an illusion, and that true safety comes from knowing you can rebuild, pivot, and survive hard seasons without abandoning who you are. Esther also opens up about anxiety, financial fear, boundaries, and the realities of entrepreneurship, including losing hundreds of thousands of dollars in contracts and choosing purpose anyway. If you are quietly burning out, questioning your career, or feeling guilty for wanting more meaning in your life, this conversation will resonate. Keywords: Esther Zeldon, career burnout, anxiety, mental health, toxic workplace, purpose-driven life, people pleasing, trauma healing, entrepreneurship stress, alignment, emotional wellness, burnout recovery, meaningful work Meet Our Guest, Dr. Esther Zeldon Dr. Esther Zeldon is a coach, best-selling author, social entrepreneur, and former diplomat dedicated to helping people uncover their unique superpower and live purpose-driven lives. With global experience spanning governments, nonprofits, and communities, Esther blends strategy, science, and compassion to help individuals and organizations create sustainable impact without sacrificing mental health. Website: https://beactchange.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beactchange/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/be.act.change/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beactchange Key Takeaways Burnout can come from success just as easily as failure.Anxiety often stems from living out of alignment, not weakness.Safety is often a trauma response, not a true motivator.People pleasing keeps you stuck in toxic environments.Saying no is a mental health skill, not a personality flaw.Purpose is not found; it is remembered. Actionable Items Write down what safety really costs you emotionally.Identify one boundary you need to set this month and honor it.Ask yourself, am I chasing security, or am I chasing alignment? References Mentioned Purpose-driven coaching and alignment work: https://beactchange.com Important Chapters 00:02 - Esther’s childhood trauma and how safety became her driving force 06:30 - High achievement, toxic workplaces, and silent burnout 12:45 - Anxiety, depression, and people pleasing patterns 18:00 - Leaving security and facing fear head-on 25:30 - Financial fear, entrepreneurship, and redefining success 33:00 - Boundaries, saying no, and protecting your peace 40:00 - Purpose, joy, and mental health alignment Closing Call to Action Subscribe, rate, and review. Remember to subscribe for more inspiring stories. Rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform, or visit our website: https://goesoninourheads.net/add-your-podcast-reviews #MentalHealthPodcast #MentalHealthAwareness #Grex #DirtySkittles #Podmatch #CareerBurnout #AnxietySupport #PurposeDrivenLife #ToxicWorkplace #EmotionalWellness #BurnoutRecovery #PeoplePleasing #TraumaHealing #MentalHealthMatters #AlignmentOverAchievement #HealingJourney ***************************************************************************If You Need Support, Reach OutIf you or someone you know is facing mental health ...
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    55 mins
  • Choosing Hope Again: G-Rex & Dirty Skittles Reflect on Season 15 and the Power of Healing

    Choosing Hope Again: G-Rex & Dirty Skittles Reflect on Season 15 and the Power of Healing
    Jan 20 2026
    Season 15 reminded us why this podcast exists. In this special season ender, G-Rex and Dirty Skittles sit down as friends — not interviewers — to reflect on the stories, lessons, laughter, and growth that defined the season, and how healing shows up when you keep showing up for each other. Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads — a 2024 People’s Choice Podcast Award Winner (Best Health) and 2024 Women in Podcasting Award Winner (Best Mental Health Podcast) with over 3.5 million downloads and counting — continues its mission to spark unfiltered conversations about the human mind. We’d love to hear your thoughts! Leave us written or voice feedback here: https://castfeedback.com/67521f0bde0b101c7b10442a Mental Health Quote “Healing is easier when you’re not doing it alone — sometimes all it takes is someone willing to sit with you in the mess.” — G-Rex Episode Description This episode is different — and intentional. There are no guests this time. Just G-Rex and Dirty Skittles closing out Season 15 together, reflecting on what they learned, how they grew, and why this podcast has become more than just a show. Throughout the season, we heard stories about anxiety, OCD, PTSD, medical trauma, parenting through crisis, creativity as healing, and learning how to advocate for yourself when life doesn’t play fair. But as we looked back, something else stood out just as clearly — the power of connection, humor, and friendship in the middle of hard seasons. In this season ender, we talk honestly about growth, boundaries, resilience, and the lifelong work of healing. We reflect on how our guests helped us learn, laugh, and sometimes rethink the way we handle our own mental health. This conversation is about choosing hope, staying curious, and reminding ourselves that it’s okay to still be learning. Season 15 comes full circle here — grounded, grateful, and hopeful for what’s next. SEO Keywords: mental health podcast, season recap, healing journey, resilience, trauma recovery, anxiety support, PTSD healing, emotional wellness, self advocacy, hope, therapy tools, mental health awareness Season 15 Episodes, Air Dates & Lessons Learned Melissa — OCD & Anxiety Recovery: Real Tools That Actually HelpAired 12/2/2025Lesson: Intrusive thoughts don’t mean you’re broken — they’re signals you can learn to respond to instead of fear. Virginia — Rising Inch by Inch: Hope, Healing, and Reclaiming Your LifeAired 12/4/2025Lesson: Healing doesn’t require giant leaps; consistent, small steps can rebuild an entire life. Michael — Trauma Without the Pain: The Cortina Method That’s Changing PTSD ForeverAired 12/9/2025Lesson: You don’t have to relive trauma to heal it — effective therapy can reduce pain without re-traumatization. Kelly — Traumatic Brain Injury, Neurofatigue, and the Fight to Feel ‘Normal’ AgainAired 12/11/2025Lesson: Invisible injuries are still real, and listening to your body early can change long-term outcomes. Jenn Robb — Supporting a Child Through Anxiety, Depression, and Suicidal ThoughtsAired 12/16/2025Lesson: Loving someone through a mental health crisis requires fierce advocacy — and caregivers need care too. Adriene Caldwell — Foster Care, Abuse, Suicide Survival, and the Power of HopeAired 12/18/2025Lesson: Even the hardest beginnings don’t define your ending — hope can be learned and reclaimed. Carrie — Mental Health, Trauma, and Healing Through CreativityAired 12/23/2025Lesson: Creativity can be a powerful form of therapy and a way to choose yourself after trauma. Talaya — Cancer, Medical Gaslighting, and Emotional HealingAired 12/30/2025Lesson: Self-advocacy matters — especially when systems fail — and boundaries are part of healing. Susanna Calvert — How to Build Emotional ResilienceAired 1/6/2026Lesson: Emotional resilience is a skill that can be taught, practiced, and strengthened at any age. Amy Koford — Hypnotherapy for Anxiety, Fear, Trauma, and Deep Emotional HealingAired 1/8/2026Lesson: Healing isn’t one-size-fits-all — alternative therapies can work when traditional approaches don’t. Alisa — Trauma Therapy, EMDR, and Healing Without Re-TraumatizationAired 1/13/2026Lesson: Healing can be gentle, intentional, and effective without reopening old wounds. Friendship Reflection As we looked back on Season 15, what stood out most wasn’t just the topics — it was how much we learned together. Every guest taught us something new, challenged how we think, or reminded us that humor, honesty, and connection matter just as much as therapy tools. This season reflected the way G-Rex and Dirty Skittles have grown alongside the show — using laughter to cope, learning from other people’s pain, and supporting each other through real life in real time. Season 15 reinforced that healing doesn’t happen in isolation, and friendship can be one of the strongest tools we have. Key Takeaways Healing isn’t ...
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