Quiet The Clock

Beth Gulotta

Are you a woman in your thirties or early forties feeling the relentless tick of a clock, be it biological or otherwise? Are you caught in the comparison game, sensing time slipping away? Look no further! I'm Beth Gulotta, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and the host of Quiet the Clock, your ultimate guide for navigating life's challenges and triumphs on your terms. In this podcast, we fearlessly explore the uncertainties of this transformative period, breaking away from societal expectations and the pressure we impose on ourselves. From relationships, dating, and the intricacies of egg freezing to crucial discussions on mental health, we're here to support you every step of the way. Why Quiet the Clock? Because we get it – the unique changes and uncertainties that come with being women. We're committed to providing reliable information and fostering a supportive community to make this life phase extraordinary. Join me and a lineup of inspired guests as we share insights on breaking social norms, shedding the unnecessary pressure, and offering practical tips for common challenges like career transitions, relationship changes, and fertility concerns. But wait, there's more – we're diving deep into mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and stress, equipping you with the tools to thrive! Don't miss out! Tune in to Quiet the Clock, your go-to resource for embracing the unique and amazing journey of life. Subscribe now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and YouTube, and thrive during this exciting time of transformation! Disclaimer: This podcast is not a substitute for therapy; the conversations are for general knowledge and educational purposes only. Please be mindful of the fact that if you choose to follow/like/comment on any posts/stories/episodes; your confidentiality cannot be guaranteed. I do not provide clinical assessment or therapeutic advice on this site or on the Quiet The Clock podcast. Quiet The Clock ®

  1. 20h ago

    At 33: Stage 4 Endometriosis, PCOS & Seven IVF Cycles — How Donor Eggs Turned Grief Into Hope - Olivia King's Story

    She Is Only 33. Seven IVF Cycles. Zero Embryos. And Then, Donor Eggs.   At just 33, Olivia King had already spent five years navigating fertility struggles, five IVF cycles, and zero embryos. But age wasn't the whole story. Behind her journey were stage-four endometriosis, a PCOS diagnosis that came far too late, and years of trying to find answers to health issues that had been overlooked.   When her doctor first suggested donor eggs, Olivia was faced with a possibility she never imagined for herself. And after six donor eggs became just two surviving the thaw, she and her husband were left confronting yet another heartbreaking setback.   In this raw, honest conversation, Olivia shares what it's like to face significant fertility challenges at a young age, become your own medical detective when you're not getting the answers you need, and reconsider everything you thought you knew about using donor eggs. She opens up about how a six-week donor-conception course helped shift her perspective, making room for something she thought she'd lost: hope.   Through every disappointment, Olivia and her husband also found a way to keep moving forward: writing down the silver linings after every loss, one small reminder at a time that their story wasn't over. If you've ever considered egg donation, received an unexpected fertility diagnosis, or wondered how to keep going when the path to parenthood looks nothing like you imagined, this episode is for you. Olivia's story is a powerful reminder that fertility struggles don't always look the way we expect, and that sometimes, a change in perspective can open the door to possibilities we never thought we could embrace.   Watch to the end for Olivia's advice to anyone who feels like they're running out of options. FOLLOW OUR GUEST: Olivia King Olivia King is a Pop/Soul singer, songwriter, and social media creator who uses her platform to uplift and inspire. With 450,000+ followers across social media, 10,000,000+ Spotify streams, and over 100M Instagram reach in the past year, she has built a global community rooted in authenticity. Olivia openly shares her faith and fertility journey alongside her music, inviting her audience into the highs, lows, and miracles that shape both her life and her art.   Olivia's music has also been placed in a campaign for Caleb McLaughlin from the Emmy Award Winning Netflix Series "Stranger Things", "One of Us is Lying" on Peacock (Season 2 Premiere) and in the first episode of Shark Week. Her latest release is currently seeing a lot of momentum on TikTok. She has graced the covers of playlists both on Tidal & Amazon Music. You can hear Olivia's song she wrote & performs as the walkout song for her brother, Michael King (Pitcher, New York Yankees, Padres) at MLB games. The song is now playing on ESPN and Sports Illustrated, NY Daily News, and the NY Post has covered the story!   Instagram: @oliviakingmusic TikTok: @oliviakingmusic Website: https://www.oliviakingmusic.com/ YouTube: @oliviakingmusic Resources Subscribe on YouTube Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify Follow on Instagram Follow on TikTok Follow on Pinterest Therapy Support Website   Visit the QTC Website for our current list of Affiliates: https://quiettheclock.com/    Affiliate Links:    Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com Kuli Kuli - Pure Moranga Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed's products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC  Reflect - Finding your calm just got simple - Code QTC15 at meetreflect.com/shop?ref=qtc15 to receive 15% off your first order Deweffect - Why the Deweffect? - Use code Quiet15 for 15% off at www.deweffect.com Bite - It's Time To Brush Better - Use code QTC10 for 10% your first order at https://www.bitetoothpastebits.com/QTC10 CalmiGo - Achieve Calm in 3 Minutes - Use code QTC30 for $30 off your first device at calmigo.com.  Blumene - Enhance, tighten, lift and rejuvenate at home - Use Code QTC for 35% off the Best Sellers Collection at https://blumene.com?sca_ref=7556235.ZiTyRI2G2S  Lumebox - A Wellness Center in Your Living Room - Use code quiettheclockpod for $260 off per unit at https://www.lm4bxfgy5d.com/quiettheclockpod/ Gratsi Wine - Use code 'QTC' for a free gift with purchase at https://gratsi.com/QTC Pulse of Potential - Use code 'Quiet 10' for 10% off at https://pulseofpotential.com/QUIET10 Align - Use code 'QTC' for 10% off your purchase at https://myalignmat.com/?ref=quiettheclock      — #BethGulotta #QuietTheClock #eggfreezing #podcastforwomen   FOLLOW BETH: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiettheclockpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyctherapeutic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quiettheclockpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nyctherapeuticwellness Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/quiettheclock/  Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nyctherapeuticwellness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quiet-the-clock-podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyc-therapeutic-wellness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NYCTherapeutic     Get professional counseling from Beth and her team: https://nyctherapeuticwellness.com/ ➡️ SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL ↪️ SHARE THIS ON SOCIAL OR WITH A FRIEND GO SUBSCRIBE on All Streaming Platforms!!

  2. Oct 21

    Why You're Always Waiting to Be Happy | Breaking the "I'll Be Happy When" Cycle

    What happens when the life you worked so hard to build suddenly doesn't feel like your life anymore? LanaRose left her high-powered New York City media career for Medellín, Colombia, expecting to stay for just one month. Instead, she stayed nearly three years. But when she eventually returned to Manhattan, put on her business clothes, and walked back into the office, she knew on her very first day that she couldn't go back to the life she had left behind. It just didn't fit anymore. This started a journey of undoing a life she thought she should be living and finding one she wanted to be living. LanaRose opens up about this unexpected journey that followed and how leaving her career ultimately led her to create Conscious Concierge, a service designed to help people navigate the world of therapists, healers, functional medicine, and other approaches to personal growth and wellness. Beth and LanaRose also talk about her experience with Lyme and mold illness, the pressure and uncertainty she felt around egg freezing at 36, and her exploration of psychedelics, including why preparation and integration can be such an important part of the experience. This conversation goes far beyond career change. It's about what happens when your definition of success starts to shift, what it means to listen to yourself when you don't have a clear plan, and how sometimes the biggest changes in our lives begin when we finally admit that the path we're on no longer feels right.    FOLLOW OUR GUEST: LanaRose Berger LanaRose began therapy at just six years old, growing up navigating a lot of chaos and emotional challenges. By her 20s and early 30s, she found herself caught in a cycle of constantly trying to fix external circumstances in hopes that they would finally bring her peace and happiness. Around 30, despite having what appeared to be "all the right things" on paper, she reached an emotional, spiritual, and mental breaking point and realized that awareness alone wasn't enough. Rather than relying solely on traditional approaches, she spent the next three years exploring a wide range of healing modalities, working with coaches, attending retreats, practicing meditation and breathwork, exploring plant medicine, and working with naturopathic and functional medicine practitioners. Through that deeply personal journey, she came to understand the importance of healing the mind, body, and soul, while recognizing that there is no one-size-fits-all path. That realization ultimately inspired her to create Conscious Concierge, a service designed to help people explore different healing modalities and connect with practitioners in a more informed and supported way. LanaRose is also the host of the Conscious Concierge podcast, where she explores different approaches to healing, personal growth, and discovering what works for each individual. Through both her work and her own journey, she is passionate about helping others look inward, find their own path, and reconnect with what feels true and aligned for them. Instagram: @lanalanarose & yourconsciousconcierge YouTube: @YourConsciousConcierge Podcast: Conscious Concierge Website: https://yourconsciousconcierge.com/    We Also Talk About: Leaving a high-pressure corporate career after burnout and a major personal transformation. Spiritual awakening, self-reflection, and experiences with plant medicine during the pandemic. Letting go of an old identity and navigating career change, uncertainty, and ambition. Breaking the "I'll be happy when…" cycle and learning to be present rather than chasing milestones. Managing age-related pressure around relationships, motherhood, and fertility decisions such as egg freezing. Exploring chronic illness, including Lyme and mold illness, and considering root causes through functional medicine. Building a wellness-navigation service that connects people with appropriate practitioners and approaches. Choosing and safely approaching plant medicine, including the importance of preparation, integration, and practitioner discernment. Identifying personal strengths and transferable skills when considering a new career or purpose. Resisting one-size-fits-all advice and developing a personal path through health, wellness, and spirituality. Resources Subscribe on YouTube Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify Follow on Instagram Follow on TikTok Follow on Pinterest Therapy Support Website   Visit the QTC Website for our current list of Affiliates: https://quiettheclock.com/    Affiliate Links:  Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com Kuli Kuli - Pure Moranga Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed's products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC  Reflect - Finding your calm just got simple - Code QTC15 at meetreflect.com/shop?ref=qtc15 to receive 15% off your first order Deweffect - Why the Deweffect? - Use code Quiet15 for 15% off at www.deweffect.com Bite - It's Time To Brush Better - Use code QTC10 for 10% your first order at https://www.bitetoothpastebits.com/QTC10 CalmiGo - Achieve Calm in 3 Minutes - Use code QTC30 for $30 off your first device at calmigo.com.  Blumene - Enhance, tighten, lift and rejuvenate at home - Use Code QTC for 35% off the Best Sellers Collection at https://blumene.com?sca_ref=7556235.ZiTyRI2G2S  Lumebox - A Wellness Center in Your Living Room - Use code quiettheclockpod for $260 off per unit at https://www.lm4bxfgy5d.com/quiettheclockpod/ Gratsi Wine - Use code 'QTC' for a free gift with purchase at https://gratsi.com/QTC Pulse of Potential - Use code 'Quiet 10' for 10% off at https://pulseofpotential.com/QUIET10 Align - Use code 'QTC' for 10% off your purchase at https://myalignmat.com/?ref=quiettheclock      — #BethGulotta #QuietTheClock #eggfreezing #podcastforwomen   FOLLOW BETH: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiettheclockpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyctherapeutic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quiettheclockpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nyctherapeuticwellness Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/quiettheclock/  Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nyctherapeuticwellness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quiet-the-clock-podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyc-therapeutic-wellness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NYCTherapeutic     Get professional counseling from Beth and her team: https://nyctherapeuticwellness.com/ ➡️ SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL ↪️ SHARE THIS ON SOCIAL OR WITH A FRIEND GO SUBSCRIBE on All Streaming Platforms!!

  3. Oct 14

    Monica Jade Davis From Netflix Love Is Blind - IVF, Fertility, and Finding Her Own Timeline

    What if the timeline you thought your life would follow suddenly looked completely different? Beth sits down with Monica Jade Davis, known from Netflix's Love Is Blind, for an incredibly honest conversation about love, fertility, IVF, and the pressure of feeling of like you are "behind" when life doesn't happen on schedule. After her experience on Love is Blind, Monica took an honest look at her dating patterns, adjusted accordingly and found her healthiest love at 36. Her journey to motherhood has been far more complicated. As she navigates the emotional roller coaster of IVF, Monica opens up about something many women quietly wrestle with: "I wish I had frozen my eggs earlier." She shares what it feels like to look back at decisions you made before you knew what you know now, the lack of informed consent by doctors, the pressure she felt to have everything figured out, and the emotional toll fertility treatments can take. But then Monica made a decision that changed the way she was approaching the journey. She stepped away from treatment. In this raw and vulnerable conversation, Beth and Monica explore what happens when you stop trying to force your life into a timeline and start asking yourself what you actually need. They talk about love after 30, fertility, regret, self-worth, trusting the process, and the courage it takes to pause when everyone around you seems to be moving forward. If you have ever wondered whether you're running out of time, questioned whether you should have done something differently, or felt like everyone else got the life timeline you were supposed to have, this conversation is for you. Because sometimes the biggest shift happens when you stop asking, "Am I behind?" and start asking, "What if my life is unfolding exactly as it's supposed to?"    FOLLOW OUR GUEST: Monica Jade Davis Monica Jade Davis, known for Netflix's Love Is Blind, is opening up about a deeply personal fertility journey that has challenged everything she thought she knew about timing, love, and starting a family. After finding love at 36, Monica and her partner Zac were diagnosed with unexplained infertility and went through four consecutive IVF cycles over eight months. After 90 eggs retrieved and 29 embryos, just one embryo ultimately made it through genetic testing. Monica and Zac have named that embryo "Golden." Now, Monica is sharing the emotional reality behind the numbers, including her decision to pause treatment, her regret about not freezing her eggs earlier, and her determination to hold onto hope while letting go of the timeline she once imagined for herself. Socials: @monicajadedvis Love is Blind Season 7   Resources Subscribe on YouTube Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify Follow on Instagram Follow on TikTok Follow on Pinterest Therapy Support Website   Visit the QTC Website for our current list of Affiliates: https://quiettheclock.com/    Affiliate Links:    Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com Kuli Kuli - Pure Moranga Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed's products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC  Reflect - Finding your calm just got simple - Code QTC15 at meetreflect.com/shop?ref=qtc15 to receive 15% off your first order Deweffect - Why the Deweffect? - Use code Quiet15 for 15% off at www.deweffect.com Bite - It's Time To Brush Better - Use code QTC10 for 10% your first order at https://www.bitetoothpastebits.com/QTC10 CalmiGo - Achieve Calm in 3 Minutes - Use code QTC30 for $30 off your first device at calmigo.com.  Blumene - Enhance, tighten, lift and rejuvenate at home - Use Code QTC for 35% off the Best Sellers Collection at https://blumene.com?sca_ref=7556235.ZiTyRI2G2S  Lumebox - A Wellness Center in Your Living Room - Use code quiettheclockpod for $260 off per unit at https://www.lm4bxfgy5d.com/quiettheclockpod/ Gratsi Wine - Use code 'QTC' for a free gift with purchase at https://gratsi.com/QTC Pulse of Potential - Use code 'Quiet 10' for 10% off at https://pulseofpotential.com/QUIET10 Align - Use code 'QTC' for 10% off your purchase at https://myalignmat.com/?ref=quiettheclock      — #BethGulotta #QuietTheClock #eggfreezing #podcastforwomen   FOLLOW BETH: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiettheclockpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyctherapeutic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quiettheclockpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nyctherapeuticwellness Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/quiettheclock/  Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nyctherapeuticwellness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quiet-the-clock-podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyc-therapeutic-wellness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NYCTherapeutic     Get professional counseling from Beth and her team: https://nyctherapeuticwellness.com/ ➡️ SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL ↪️ SHARE THIS ON SOCIAL OR WITH A FRIEND GO SUBSCRIBE on All Streaming Platforms!!

  4. Sep 16

    When Life Changes Your Timeline: A Story of Surviving Cancer, Healing & Advocacy

    Beth sits down with her dear friend Latoya (LT) for a deeply personal conversation about what happens when life changes your timeline in ways you never could have imagined. At just 30 years old, Latoya was diagnosed with stage four rectal colon cancer shortly after losing her mother and becoming a guardian to her younger siblings. As she navigated an overwhelming season of treatment and uncertainty, she also faced something she never expected: having to think about her future fertility without receiving the guidance or support she needed to preserve her options. Today, Latoya is navigating early menopause and a challenging fertility journey while continuing to hold onto hope. She opens up about the emotional realities of everything she has experienced, the importance of advocating for yourself, and learning to care for your health while still making space for the life you want. Through it all, Latoya has continued to build a life rooted in purpose and passion. She shares how dance movement therapy became an important part of her journey and how she is now pursuing that passion through her business, H.Y.P.E. Wellness. This is a conversation about resilience, fertility, grief, health, hope, and finding your way when life doesn't follow the timeline you imagined. Latoya's message is one Beth hopes everyone hears: advocate for yourself, ask questions, and don't be afraid to speak up for the care you deserve.   FOLLOW OUR GUEST: LaToya "LT" is a nine-year stage four colorectal cancer survivor, Lynch syndrome carrier, and the founder of H.Y.P.E. Wellness LLC (Healing Your Parts Equally). Known for her vibrant energy and love of dance, LaToya has always used movement to connect with and uplift others. After cancer changed her relationship with her body and life in profound ways, movement became more than a passion. It became a form of healing and a way to support others. Through H.Y.P.E., LaToya combines her lived experience, love of movement, and commitment to helping people reconnect with themselves through healing, joy, and authentic self-expression.   LaToya M LaMonda:  Instagram: dramatyc.hype.wellness  & h.y.p.e.wellness Website: https://www.hypewellnes.com/  Email: HealingYourPartsEqually@outlook.com    We Also Talk About: Personal journey of being diagnosed with stage four rectal colon cancer at a young age. Impact of losing a parent to cancer and taking on caregiving responsibilities for younger siblings. Emotional and physical challenges faced during cancer treatment and recovery. Lack of information and support regarding fertility preservation options during cancer treatment. The importance of self-advocacy and asking questions in medical situations. Experiences with different medical professionals and the search for hopeful advice regarding fertility. The emotional toll of trying to conceive after cancer treatment and the associated stress. Exploration of alternative paths to motherhood, including the possibility of using a sibling's egg or adoption. The significance of building a support system and focusing on health during fertility journeys. Pursuit of personal healing through education and movement therapy, including dance and yoga. Resources Subscribe on YouTube Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify Follow on Instagram Follow on TikTok Follow on Pinterest Therapy Support Website   Visit the QTC Website for our current list of Affiliates: https://quiettheclock.com/    Affiliate Links:    Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com Kuli Kuli - Pure Moranga Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed's products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC  Reflect - Finding your calm just got simple - Code QTC15 at meetreflect.com/shop?ref=qtc15 to receive 15% off your first order Deweffect - Why the Deweffect? - Use code Quiet15 for 15% off at www.deweffect.com Bite - It's Time To Brush Better - Use code QTC10 for 10% your first order at https://www.bitetoothpastebits.com/QTC10 CalmiGo - Achieve Calm in 3 Minutes - Use code QTC30 for $30 off your first device at calmigo.com.  Blumene - Enhance, tighten, lift and rejuvenate at home - Use Code QTC for 35% off the Best Sellers Collection at https://blumene.com?sca_ref=7556235.ZiTyRI2G2S  Lumebox - A Wellness Center in Your Living Room - Use code quiettheclockpod for $260 off per unit at https://www.lm4bxfgy5d.com/quiettheclockpod/ Gratsi Wine - Use code 'QTC' for a free gift with purchase at https://gratsi.com/QTC Pulse of Potential - Use code 'Quiet 10' for 10% off at https://pulseofpotential.com/QUIET10 Align - Use code 'QTC' for 10% off your purchase at https://myalignmat.com/?ref=quiettheclock      — #BethGulotta #QuietTheClock #eggfreezing #podcastforwomen   FOLLOW BETH: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiettheclockpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyctherapeutic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quiettheclockpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nyctherapeuticwellness Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/quiettheclock/  Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nyctherapeuticwellness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quiet-the-clock-podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyc-therapeutic-wellness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NYCTherapeutic     Get professional counseling from Beth and her team: https://nyctherapeuticwellness.com/   ➡️ SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL ↪️ SHARE THIS ON SOCIAL OR WITH A FRIEND GO SUBSCRIBE on All Streaming Platforms!!

  5. Sep 2

    Are You Choosing Your Life or Following a Timeline?

    What happens when the life you imagined for yourself doesn't unfold on the timeline you expected? In this deeply personal conversation, Beth sits down with licensed mental health counselor Anne Sandefur, JD, EdM, LMHC, to talk about her decision to freeze her eggs at 34 and everything that came with it. Anne opens up about the emotional, physical, and mental realities of the experience, from the uncertainty and financial stress to anger, grief, gratitude, and the complicated feelings that can come with making a decision about your future before you know what that future will look like. Together, Beth and Anne explore the pressures women face to have their careers, relationships, marriage, and children figured out by a certain age, and how those expectations can quietly shape the choices we make. They talk about dating, comparison, the fear of running out of time, and the challenge of separating what you truly want from what you feel you're supposed to want. Most importantly, this conversation is about learning to meet yourself where you are. Beth and Anne discuss the power of self-compassion, finding people who can support you without judgment, letting go of comparison, and remembering that there is no single timeline for building a meaningful life. Anne's story is not about having all the answers. It's about making space for uncertainty, owning your choices, and learning to trust yourself along the way.   FOLLOW OUR GUEST: Anne Sandefur, JD, EdM, LMHC, Owner of Sandefur Mental Health Counseling   A former professional ballet dancer, I have shifted my passion and dedication to the field of mental health counseling. It was during my time mediating civil conflicts that I decided to move into the field of counseling to garner a deeper relationship with my clients and more intimately help them move towards their goals and a sense of well-being.​ Anne Sandefur, JD, EdM, LMHC https://www.sandefurtherapy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandefurtherapy  Email: hello@sandefurtherapy.com  Phone: (212) 655-4022 Resources Subscribe on YouTube Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify Follow on Instagram Follow on TikTok Follow on Pinterest Therapy Support Website   Visit the QTC Website for our current list of Affiliates: https://quiettheclock.com/    Affiliate Links:    Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com Kuli Kuli - Pure Moranga Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed's products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC  Reflect - Finding your calm just got simple - Code QTC15 at meetreflect.com/shop?ref=qtc15 to receive 15% off your first order Deweffect - Why the Deweffect? - Use code Quiet15 for 15% off at www.deweffect.com Bite - It's Time To Brush Better - Use code QTC10 for 10% your first order at https://www.bitetoothpastebits.com/QTC10 CalmiGo - Achieve Calm in 3 Minutes - Use code QTC30 for $30 off your first device at calmigo.com.  Blumene - Enhance, tighten, lift and rejuvenate at home - Use Code QTC for 35% off the Best Sellers Collection at https://blumene.com?sca_ref=7556235.ZiTyRI2G2S  Lumebox - A Wellness Center in Your Living Room - Use code quiettheclockpod for $260 off per unit at https://www.lm4bxfgy5d.com/quiettheclockpod/ Gratsi Wine - Use code 'QTC' for a free gift with purchase at https://gratsi.com/QTC Pulse of Potential - Use code 'Quiet 10' for 10% off at https://pulseofpotential.com/QUIET10 Align - Use code 'QTC' for 10% off your purchase at https://myalignmat.com/?ref=quiettheclock    #BethGulotta #QuietTheClock #eggfreezing #podcastforwomen   FOLLOW BETH: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiettheclockpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyctherapeutic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quiettheclockpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nyctherapeuticwellness Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/quiettheclock/  Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nyctherapeuticwellness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quiet-the-clock-podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyc-therapeutic-wellness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NYCTherapeutic Get professional counseling from Beth and her team: https://nyctherapeuticwellness.com/ ➡️ SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL ↪️ SHARE THIS ON SOCIAL OR WITH A FRIEND GO SUBSCRIBE on All Streaming Platforms!!

  6. Aug 26

    Why You Feel the Need to Keep Everyone Happy

    What if the life you thought you'd have by 30 doesn't look anything like the life you're actually living? In this episode of Quiet The Clock, Beth sits down with psychologist Dr. Laura Bersenbrugge for an honest and deeply relatable conversation about the pressure so many of us carry through our 20s and 30s. The career, the relationship, marriage, kids, financial stability. There can be an invisible timeline in our heads telling us where we're supposed to be by a certain age. And when real life doesn't follow that timeline, it's easy to wonder, "Am I falling behind?"  Laura explains why these expectations can have such a powerful impact on our mental health and how comparison, negative core beliefs, people pleasing, and the fear of making the "wrong" choice can keep us stuck. Beth and Laura talk about what happens when the life you imagined doesn't match the life you're actually living. They explore how societal expectations can influence decisions around relationships, career, marriage, and children, and how fertility timelines can add another layer of pressure to an already complicated stage of life. But this conversation isn't about figuring out the perfect plan. It's about learning how to trust yourself when there is no clear roadmap. Laura shares practical ways to become more self-aware, challenge the negative beliefs you've developed about yourself, recognize when you're making choices based on fear or expectations, and begin separating what you genuinely want from what you've been told you should want. She also opens up about her own journey to becoming a psychologist, adding a deeply personal perspective to a conversation that will resonate with anyone who has ever questioned whether they are where they are "supposed" to be. If you've ever looked around and felt like everyone else is moving forward while you're standing still, this episode is for you. If you're struggling with comparison, questioning your choices, worried about your timeline, or trying to make peace with a life that looks different from the one you imagined, keep watching until the very end. Because sometimes the answer isn't to work harder to catch up. Sometimes it's realizing there was never anything to catch up to in the first place.   FOLLOW OUR GUEST: Dr. Laura Berssenbrugge, PsyD | Gen Z & Millennial Psychologist Dr. Laura Berssenbrugge (she/her) is a licensed clinical psychologist in New York, New Jersey, and Hawaii with 15 years of experience specializing in anxiety, mood disorders, OCD, stress and trauma, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and emotion regulation. She employs a warm, evidence-based approach grounded in CBT, ERP, and DBT, with a focus on client strengths and culturally-sensitive care, particularly for AAPI and BIPOC clients exploring intersectional identities. Co-founder of The Modern Asian Parent, Dr. Laura provides culturally informed parenting resources and workshops. She is the creator of the Release, Regulate, & Relax Aromatherapy Inhaler Set, author of Beyond the Blush: A CBT Approach to Overcoming Social Anxiety, and a clinician at Evidence-Based Psychology NYC. A former teacher and College Board reviewer, she integrates her understanding of education with clinical expertise, mentors early-career psychologists, and serves on advisory boards for mental health apps Bia and A Lil Help. IG - @drlaurabtherapy IG - @themodernasianparent TikTok - @drlaurabtherapy  Website - www.drlaurab.com Phone -  (212) 879-1824 ext. 103 Resources Subscribe on YouTube Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify Follow on Instagram Follow on TikTok Follow on Pinterest Therapy Support Website   Visit the QTC Website for our current list of Affiliates: https://quiettheclock.com/    Affiliate Links:    Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com Kuli Kuli - Pure Moranga Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed's products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC  Reflect - Finding your calm just got simple - Code QTC15 at meetreflect.com/shop?ref=qtc15 to receive 15% off your first order Deweffect - Why the Deweffect? - Use code Quiet15 for 15% off at www.deweffect.com Bite - It's Time To Brush Better - Use code QTC10 for 10% your first order at https://www.bitetoothpastebits.com/QTC10 CalmiGo - Achieve Calm in 3 Minutes - Use code QTC30 for $30 off your first device at calmigo.com.  Blumene - Enhance, tighten, lift and rejuvenate at home - Use Code QTC for 35% off the Best Sellers Collection at https://blumene.com?sca_ref=7556235.ZiTyRI2G2S  Lumebox - A Wellness Center in Your Living Room - Use code quiettheclockpod for $260 off per unit at https://www.lm4bxfgy5d.com/quiettheclockpod/ Gratsi Wine - Use code 'QTC' for a free gift with purchase at https://gratsi.com/QTC Pulse of Potential - Use code 'Quiet 10' for 10% off at https://pulseofpotential.com/QUIET10 Align - Use code 'QTC' for 10% off your purchase at https://myalignmat.com/?ref=quiettheclock      — #BethGulotta #QuietTheClock #eggfreezing #podcastforwomen   FOLLOW BETH: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiettheclockpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyctherapeutic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quiettheclockpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nyctherapeuticwellness Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/quiettheclock/  Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nyctherapeuticwellness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quiet-the-clock-podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyc-therapeutic-wellness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NYCTherapeutic     Get professional counseling from Beth and her team: https://nyctherapeuticwellness.com/   ➡️ SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL ↪️ SHARE THIS ON SOCIAL OR WITH A FRIEND GO SUBSCRIBE on All Streaming Platforms!!

  7. Aug 19

    Should You Freeze Your Eggs? The Truth About Fertility, Anxiety & Future Motherhood

    What happens when you're successful, independent, and still feel like your biological clock is quietly ticking in the background? Beth sits down with Ariana White, a publicist at Atlantic Records, for an honest conversation about fertility, egg freezing, anxiety, and the complicated journey toward motherhood. Ari opens up about why she chose to freeze her eggs as an empowering insurance policy, how societal pressure shaped her decisions, and how having generous fertility benefits through work gave her an opportunity many women don't have. But this conversation goes far beyond egg freezing. Ari shares what it's like to navigate friendships when everyone seems to be moving through life at a different pace, why therapy became such an important part of her journey, and how she's built a support system that allows her to feel less alone in the uncertainty. Together, Beth and Ari unpack the pressure women face to have a perfectly timed life and challenge the idea that there is one "right" path to motherhood. ✨ UPDATE: Since this episode was recorded, Ari's story has continued to unfold. She is now a wife and a mom, making this conversation even more meaningful in hindsight. Her journey is a beautiful reminder that there is no single timeline for love, marriage, fertility, or motherhood, and that the path forward can look very different from what we once imagined. If you've ever wondered whether you're behind, whether you should freeze your eggs, or what your future family might look like, this episode is for you. Come for the fertility conversation, stay for the reminder that you get to build a life that actually fits you.   FOLLOW OUR GUEST: Ariana White is the Vice President, Press & Media Strategy at Atlantic Records | PR Week 40 Under 40 2022 Honoree Instagram: @arestarr Twitter: @arestarr Resources Subscribe on YouTube Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify Follow on Instagram Follow on TikTok Follow on Pinterest Therapy Support Website   Visit the QTC Website for our current list of Affiliates: https://quiettheclock.com/    Affiliate Links:    Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com Kuli Kuli - Pure Moranga Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed's products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC  Reflect - Finding your calm just got simple - Code QTC15 at meetreflect.com/shop?ref=qtc15 to receive 15% off your first order Deweffect - Why the Deweffect? - Use code Quiet15 for 15% off at www.deweffect.com Bite - It's Time To Brush Better - Use code QTC10 for 10% your first order at https://www.bitetoothpastebits.com/QTC10 CalmiGo - Achieve Calm in 3 Minutes - Use code QTC30 for $30 off your first device at calmigo.com.  Blumene - Enhance, tighten, lift and rejuvenate at home - Use Code QTC for 35% off the Best Sellers Collection at https://blumene.com?sca_ref=7556235.ZiTyRI2G2S  Lumebox - A Wellness Center in Your Living Room - Use code quiettheclockpod for $260 off per unit at https://www.lm4bxfgy5d.com/quiettheclockpod/ Gratsi Wine - Use code 'QTC' for a free gift with purchase at https://gratsi.com/QTC Pulse of Potential - Use code 'Quiet 10' for 10% off at https://pulseofpotential.com/QUIET10 Align - Use code 'QTC' for 10% off your purchase at https://myalignmat.com/?ref=quiettheclock      — #BethGulotta #QuietTheClock #eggfreezing #podcastforwomen   FOLLOW BETH: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiettheclockpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyctherapeutic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quiettheclockpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nyctherapeuticwellness Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/quiettheclock/  Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nyctherapeuticwellness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quiet-the-clock-podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyc-therapeutic-wellness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NYCTherapeutic     Get professional counseling from Beth and her team: https://nyctherapeuticwellness.com/ ➡️ SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL ↪️ SHARE THIS ON SOCIAL OR WITH A FRIEND GO SUBSCRIBE on All Streaming Platforms!!

  8. Aug 12

    You're Not Behind in Your 30s: Stop Letting Society Decide Your Timeline

    What if your 30s aren't supposed to look the way you thought they would? At 34, Kayla Kleinman found herself confronting the gap between the life she imagined she'd have by this point and the life she was actually living. As the creator behind a huge Instagram community focused on the conversations no one seems to be having about your 30s, Kayla has built a following by saying out loud what so many people are quietly thinking. In this candid conversation, Kayla sits down with therapist Beth Gulotta to unpack the pressure women face in their 30s around dating, marriage, career, fertility, relationships, family planning, and the feeling that you're somehow running out of time. But what happens when the timeline you're chasing isn't actually your timeline? Beth and Kayla explore why so many women make major life decisions based on what they think they should want instead of what they genuinely want. They talk about the pressure to find a partner, have children, advance your career, and have your entire life figured out by a certain age, and what it takes to step outside those expectations. They also get into the complicated relationship between biological timelines and personal choices, and how fear about the future can cause us to make decisions that don't actually align with the life we want. If you're in your 30s and wondering, "Am I behind?" "Should I be further along?" or "What if my life doesn't look the way I thought it would?", this conversation is for you. Your 30s aren't a deadline. They're a decade of figuring out what actually belongs to you. Subscribe to Quiet The Clock for honest conversations about dating, fertility, relationships, life timelines, and the pressure to have it all figured out. #Your30s #DatingInYour30s #LifeInYour30s #WomenInTheir30s #Fertility #Dating #Relationships #QuietTheClock GUEST: Kayla Kleinman is a New York City-based lifestyle creator, writer, and marketing professional who founded Kayla in the City in 2011, a lifestyle platform centered on authenticity, self-discovery, and navigating life as a millennial woman. Through her work, Kayla explores the realities of life in your 30s, tackling the conversations and challenges that often go unspoken, from dating and relationships to career, personal growth, and figuring out what you actually want from life. Alongside her content creation, Kayla works full-time in marketing at Bookshop.org. She has also taught yoga and fitness classes throughout New York City. When she's not working, Kayla can usually be found reading, watching RuPaul's Drag Race, discovering a new NYC restaurant, or enjoying an iced oat milk latte. Follow Kayla: Instagram: / kaylakleinman Substack: http://kaylakleinman.substack.com Website: https://www.kaylainthecity.com/ FOLLOW BETH: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiettheclockpod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyctherapeutic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quiettheclockpod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nyctherapeuticwellness Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/quiettheclock/  Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nyctherapeuticwellness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quiet-the-clock-podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyc-therapeutic-wellness Twitter: https://twitter.com/QuietTheClock Twitter: https://twitter.com/NycTherapeutic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NYCTherapeutic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuietTheClockPod/ Get professional counseling from Beth and her team: https://nyctherapeuticwellness.com/ Quiet The Clock ®

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Are you a woman in your thirties or early forties feeling the relentless tick of a clock, be it biological or otherwise? Are you caught in the comparison game, sensing time slipping away? Look no further! I'm Beth Gulotta, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and the host of Quiet the Clock, your ultimate guide for navigating life's challenges and triumphs on your terms. In this podcast, we fearlessly explore the uncertainties of this transformative period, breaking away from societal expectations and the pressure we impose on ourselves. From relationships, dating, and the intricacies of egg freezing to crucial discussions on mental health, we're here to support you every step of the way. Why Quiet the Clock? Because we get it – the unique changes and uncertainties that come with being women. We're committed to providing reliable information and fostering a supportive community to make this life phase extraordinary. Join me and a lineup of inspired guests as we share insights on breaking social norms, shedding the unnecessary pressure, and offering practical tips for common challenges like career transitions, relationship changes, and fertility concerns. But wait, there's more – we're diving deep into mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and stress, equipping you with the tools to thrive! Don't miss out! Tune in to Quiet the Clock, your go-to resource for embracing the unique and amazing journey of life. Subscribe now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and YouTube, and thrive during this exciting time of transformation! Disclaimer: This podcast is not a substitute for therapy; the conversations are for general knowledge and educational purposes only. Please be mindful of the fact that if you choose to follow/like/comment on any posts/stories/episodes; your confidentiality cannot be guaranteed. I do not provide clinical assessment or therapeutic advice on this site or on the Quiet The Clock podcast. Quiet The Clock ®

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