How have learned you matter or didn’t matter? How is mattering different from self-esteem? Or is it? And as always,... more

Today, I'm excited to introduce SelfWork listeners to the Zero To Travel Podcast, a show that helps you travel the... more

"My bipolar disorder almost killed me." These are the words of Gabe Howard as he talked about his life with... more

The Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has stated that there is an epidemic of loneliness in the United States and the... more

This week we're focusing on all of you who might see yourself or someone you love as being a HSP... more

What do you do when your child is an addict? My guest on SelfWork this week gives his answer to... more

 This week we’re going to be talking about couples therapy – and what misconceptions keep couples away from trying it.... more

From getting through divorce to illness to death, your life can be turned on a dime in a seeming second.... more

Dr. Margaret answers common questions about therapy, such as, "Why do I want my therapist to like me?" Or, "How... more

Dr. Margaret interviews Dr. David Spiegel, a well-known and revered expert on hypnosis, and the co-creator of the new app,... more

Last week SelfWork focused on what fear has to teach you – what it may lead you to think, feel,... more

I remember my dad telling me that the main thing he feared in life was to have a heart attack... more

  I was honored to offer a TEDx talk this past year in Boca Raton, Florida. It's entitled "How to recognize... more

I’ve stayed away from the topic of forgiveness here on SelfWork. Why? Because the word itself means very different things... more

“My feelings were hurt” is a phrase very commonly used. We even use it when we talk to our children. ... more

I’ve pulled what is the most downloaded episode of SelfWork’s history today because I've had to step off the stage... more

So many of us are living "what if" lives, meaning that we're not looking at the present and for opportunities... more

Norman Lear is someone whose work, talent, and creativity I’ve admired for a long time. I've used an interview that... more

When I heard the name of the book my SelfWork guest - Rachel Marie Martin - has written, I knew... more

You’re getting back (or will be soon) to the office or to work or school.. and you start hearing about... more

  Today we’re going to focus on how the inner child model of therapy has been used and what exactly... more

I've never laughed harder than in this interview with the self-proclaimed "failfluencer" Erin Diehl! Erin is a Top 1% podcast... more

I received an email from one of you that saddened me. It opened with, “Listening to today’s podcast has left... more

One of the reasons why many people suffer during the so-called “holiday” season is because it’s the first - or... more

Here at SelfWork, we focus on what you can do about it - right? I preach and I encourage all... more

  I’m so excited about this new SelfWork sponsor and I’m doing something a bit unusual and letting you know... more

As TikTok has taken over the world of social media throughout the last few years, many psychological trends have become... more

Out of curiosity,  l listened to an older voicemail this week. It was from "this time last year." How many... more

Today we’re focusing on your choice to be transparent and how it can be important in your mental health. Self-transparency.... more

  Talking about narcissism has become somewhat of a national pastime in the US at least. Everyone is calling someone... more

I could think of no better way to continue this 8th season of SelfWork than to feature your questions and... more

Come celebrate with us! SelfWork is having its seventh anniversary so we're celebrating by bringing on the whole team! Please... more

October is ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) Awareness Month. SelfWork has never focused on this very difficult disorder, often affecting... more

John Crowley, my audio engineer/editor extraordinaire, chose this episode this week as I'm getting back from vacation. My gratitude to... more

I have such a fantastic production team in Christine Mathias, my communications manager, and John Crowley, my audio engineer. And... more

Trigger Warning: We're talking about sibling sexual abuse in this episode. The links for sexual abuse hotlines are below. I’ve... more

Hello my friends! This September (2023) we're giving away two(2) copies of a little book Christine Mathias and I worked... more

We certainly have had – and the world has had – our fair share of reasons to grieve. Wherever you... more

I was shocked to see this past week that I'd never done an episode on the four most well-researched communication... more

I’ve long been one to say to someone who’s paralyzed about the direction they see their lives going in or... more

When I received an email about this new book, I knew I wanted to talk with its author. The book?... more

During my research on last week's episode on post partum, I learned that my own state of Arkansas holds the... more

There are many times that work with my own clients sparks a podcast episode – and this time, I needed... more

I wanted to offer you the advice and very creative teachings today of Becky Blades – she founded and sold... more

Today we’re going to focus on high-functioning depression. What is it? What’s it not? Is it dangerous or is it... more

I wasn’t feeling so hot yesterday so took a time-out day and watched "Shrinking", the Apple TV series that has... more

When I was contacted by Paulina Siegel about being on her podcast, Shit Talking Shrinks, I was intrigued. She and... more

Increasingly, I’ve noticed a trend in how people are describing “having fun” – and so much of that time, what... more

Today I’m offering something different for you. No commercials. Just me and you talking. I’ve said before on SelfWork that... more

I wouldn’t wish borderline personality disorder on anyone – it’s a truly difficult and chaotic way to live life. Yet... more

There are some people who can take the most difficult situations and find the humor in them. Cathy Sikorski is... more

This interview focuses on suicide prevention so please listen carefully. Here are the international suicide prevention crisis numbers (USA is... more

There are a lot of mental illnesses that are characterized by intense emotion which then governs behavior, such as in... more

Today is an episode filled with your questions and my answers – one of my favorite things to do here... more

We’re going to be talking about the last two major mental mistakes or bad habits that can either lead you... more

The excitement of shedding pounds. The disappointment of gaining them back. Deprivation as a way of life. Dieting is a... more

This month is Mental Health Awareness Month, and as SelfWork has been named one of the ten top podcasts for... more

In the month of May, which is Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re focusing on five different mental habits that you... more

Sometimes the very decision on what to talk about here at SelfWork seems difficult, as the possibilities are endless really.... more

I love answering your questions and hearing your comments! In fact, it's one of the most favorite things I do... more

Today on SelfWork we’re going to focus on self-sabotage – when you are doing things or not doing things that... more

I'm very excited to introduce SelfWork listeners to Ananta.  I get a lot of requests from people who want to... more

I love when an author reaches out to me personally – and that’s what Brooke Siem did. I didn’t have... more

If this post triggers you in any way, here are the International Suicide Prevention Hot Lines. Sometimes meeting someone is meant... more

This week's episode of SelfWork focuses on suicide - but not as a pre-determined sign that someone needs hospitalization. That... more

Today my editor, graphic designer and general "auxiliary brain" Christine Mathias, has chosen her favorite podcast. It's all about self-soothing... more

Today's episode has been chosen by my audio engineer and producer, John Crowley, as one of this favorite episodes which... more

I recently posted about a study group I was doing on my personal FB page and somewhat apologetically explained that... more

Real motherhood can certainly seem like you're trudging your way through a jungle of fears, exhaustion, and confusion - so... more

This month we’ve been talking about relationships.This week I heard Andrew Solomon speak about his book Far from the Tree... more

Today we’re focusing on what mental or emotional issues are connected with being drawn into relationship with someone with narcissistic... more

So much research and time and thought goes into romantic love. But what about platonic love – aka friendship? I... more

Seeming coincidences happen to me often, and again this week, something synergistic got my attention. First, I listened to the... more

Today we’re focusing on self-absorption – being highly preoccupied with your own concerns, your inner thoughts, or yourself in general.... more

First of all, I cannot express how grateful I am to be back and to be healthy. Fear was very... more

I first met Shauna Springer -  or Doc Springer as her military clients call her  - when I interviewed... more

Bob Waldinger's publicist used these words to describe him - "warm and humble."  That can be hard to find… and... more

Hello everyone in 2023! I wanted to tell you all that my surgery went perfectly – and I’m getting back... more

Ashley Stahl and I met when her book You Turn came out – and to prepare for her interview... more

2022 is coming to a close – and 2023 is on its way! So Happy New Year to all! So... more

  I first met Lewis Howes in 2019, the year Perfectly Hidden Depression was published, as I was  a guest... more

I first met Kimberley as a guest on her incredible podcast, Your Anxiety Toolkit, after the book Perfectly Hidden... more

Today, I'll be answering three listener questions about how to make successful transitions with their moms or mothers-in-law. And I... more

Generally, when someone is called “a bundle of nerves,” they’re not describing a state of being that’s pleasant or desired.... more

Click this link to try out some of the best CBD out there! Ozark Mountain Medicine's CBD products and get... more

The term “cancel culture” came to be around 2016 and according to the dictionary, it’s the practice or tendency of... more

We’re going to talk about labels today  - and how the mental health world, its science, its leaders, and its... more

Samantha Skelly is such a vibrant and fascinating guest! She wrote her book several years ago - Hungry for Happiness:... more

I began this episode thinking I’d talk about ten things I’d learned from being a therapist. But I realized that... more

Radical acceptance is a termed that describes a way of being - acknowledging the reality of what is happening rather... more

My dad used to say to us as kids, “Your rights end where someone else’s nose begins.” And that’s where... more

Terry McGuire is a former broadcast journalist and voiceover talent who has earned a living with her voice for more... more

Today we’re going to talk about guilt and self-forgiveness. Basically there are two forms of guilt. Healthy guilt – or... more

I’m so delighted to bring you this interview in recognition of Suicide Awareness Month. Why? Erin Gallagher, current interim executive... more

Here’s a special preview of the new season of The Happiness Lab for the YGTG for this month!  You might... more

One of my favorite things to do on SelfWork is to respond to your questions! The first is a reaction... more

What’s emotional incest? (Please be aware that you could be triggered by this episode if abuse is in your past... more

We can’t believe it! 300 episodes!!! And that’s due to your loyalty and your emails and your messages and your... more

I’ve had many people tell me over the years that they feel free to tell me things because they know... more

On SelfWork, I love to feature people who have used their own experience – and sometimes that experiences involves loss... more

A listener left a voicemail for me within the past couple of weeks… in fact, two. Basically she asked, “I... more

Today on You Get the Gist, you’re going to get to hear from Wade LIghtheart  Who’s Wade Lightheart? Well, he’s... more

Today we’re going to focus on how to help your teen with depression through an interview with a  great guest,... more

I’m thrilled today to introduce you to a new sponsor of SelfWork! Not only have I used this product for... more

If you've listened to SelfWork, or read my book Perfectly Hidden Depression, you know that I've cautioned about doctors and... more

Shame. People often come into therapy saying things like, “I’m afraid I’m wasting your time, “ or, “I don’t know... more

Today's YGTG (You Get the Gist) is focused on self-help; can you seek out too much help? The answer is... more

Back when I was busy creating my own emotional chaos,  my therapists used CBT therapy (cognitive behavioral therapy) and family... more

What's one of the most frequent questions I get from SelfWorkers?  What do you do when you care about someone... more

Trigger Warning: Suicide and Violence You may not know that suicide kills more first responders each year than die in... more