In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Hurt, April and Andrea unpack the phrase we all use but rarely mean: “I’m fine.” Together, they explore how this universal mask hides our true emotions, creates disconnection, and keeps us in survival mode. They reflect on the childhood messages that taught us to suppress feelings, the exhaustion of constant masking, and how perfectionism, people-pleasing, and over-giving often keep us from authenticity.

With warmth and humor (including a memorable bra analogy), they share practical tools like grounding exercises and gentle self-regulation practices to help us recognize when we’re hiding, soften the inner critic, and safely return to alignment. This episode is a reminder that healing starts with awareness, choice, and the courage to show up as our real selves.

We’re overwhelmed — plain and simple. Between juggling work, family, and all the things we think we should be doing, sometimes it just feels like too much. In this episode we talk honestly about that feeling, why it happens, and how we’re trying to give ourselves a little more grace in the middle of it. We also share what’s helping us regulate and find some relief from the suffering of overwhelm.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re running in a hundred directions at once, you’re not alone — we’re right there with you.

In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Hurt, your hosts dive into the very real experience of feeling stuck.

From decision fatigue to decision paralysis, they unpack how these struggles are connected to the nervous system and our past experiences. They explore why making even the smallest choice can feel overwhelming, how trauma shapes our responses, and why sometimes the safest option feels like doing nothing at all.

You’ll hear practical tools for moving forward, the importance of nervous system regulation, and how finding alignment can shift decision-making from fear to clarity. Plus, they share personal stories, tiny pivots that create relief, and a simple mantra for choosing what feels like a “hell yes” in your life.

If you’ve ever felt paralyzed by choices or worn out from constant decision-making, this conversation will give you insights, compassion, and gentle strategies to move toward peace and alignment.