The Nearly Normal Podcast

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Welcome to “Nearly Normal,” the podcast where two therapists tear up the “live, laugh, love” script on mental health and show you what being human really looks like—messy, imperfect, and delightfully offbeat. We’re swapping clichés for a healthy dose of sarcasm and a no-nonsense take on anxiety, depression, coping skills and all things mental health related. If you’re done chasing perfection and crave some brutally honest, eye-roll-worthy real talk about how to feel less burnout and more self empowered, you’ve just found your people. Start understanding how to improve your overall mental health today!

  1. 4H AGO

    Episode 47: Quick Mental Health Tips for Anxiety Relief & Positive Thinking | Simple Daily Self-Improvement Hacks

    Feeling overwhelmed? Overthinking everything? Stuck in your own head? In this episode of the Nearly Normal Podcast, we’re sharing quick, quirky, and surprisingly effective mental health tips you can start using today. These simple strategies are designed to help with anxiety relief, stress reduction, positive thinking, and emotional wellness — without adding more pressure to your life. From easy ways to quiet a racing mind to small but powerful positive affirmation techniques, we break down practical self-improvement tools that actually work in real life. No complicated routines. No toxic positivity. Just simple, doable habits that can help you reset your mindset fast. Whether you’re just beginning your mental wellness journey or looking for fresh ways to improve your daily mental health, this episode gives you immediate tools you can use today. In this episode, we cover: How to quiet your brain when it won’t stop overthinking Simple positive affirmation tricks that don’t feel cheesy Small daily habits that improve mood and emotional balance Fast stress-reduction techniques you can use anywhere Easy mindset shifts for better mental clarity If you’ve been searching for practical mental health advice, anxiety coping tools, or daily wellness habits that fit into a busy life — this one’s for you.   Listen now and start improving your mental health today.

    18 min

  2. FEB 10

    Episode 46: Love Without the Guessing Games: Healthy Communication, Boundaries & Relationship Clarity

    Valentine’s Day isn’t always hearts and romance—it can also bring up relationship anxiety, communication struggles, and the fear of not being heard. In this episode of The Nearly Normal Podcast, we tackle the most common “What do I do?” questions that come up in relationships, including: How to communicate your needs without feeling ignored or silenced What to do when conversations turn into defensiveness or shutdowns How to tell if the issue is a relationship problem or something rooted in your own anxiety, attachment style, or past experiences Practical tools for healthier communication, emotional safety, and boundary setting Ways to feel more confident speaking up—without guilt, over-explaining, or people-pleasing Whether you’re dating, married, partnered, or questioning your relationship, this episode offers realistic mental health insights, therapist-backed tools, and relatable examples to help you feel more grounded, heard, and emotionally connected. Because healthy relationships aren’t about perfect communication—they’re about learning how to show up honestly without losing yourself. New episodes of The Nearly Normal Podcast deliver free mental health tips, emotional wellness tools, and real-talk conversations to support better overall mental well-being.

    20 min

  3. FEB 3

    Episode 45 Bonus Episode: Give Us 20 Minutes: Relationship Clarity, Bravery, and Finding Your People

    Give us 20 minutes—and we’ll give you real mental health tips you can actually use. In this bonus episode of the Nearly Normal Podcast, we pull insights straight from our counseling sessions to help you navigate staying too long in unhealthy relationships, knowing when a relationship is truly over, and finding the courage to choose yourself. We talk honestly about why people stay in poor or unfulfilling relationships, how fear and attachment show up, and what bravery really looks like when it comes to building healthier connections. We also explore how to recognize and find your people—the relationships that support emotional safety, growth, and well-being. This episode is short, practical, and grounded in real-world mental health experience.

    16 min

  4. FEB 3

    Episode 44: Quiet Quitting, Loud Burnout: The Mental Health Cost of Corporate America

    Corporate America has a language all its own—and most of us are exhausted by it. In this episode of the Nearly Normal Podcast, we unpack trending workplace terms like quiet quitting, quiet cracking, and burnout, while diving into the very real mental health toll of corporate culture. We explore chronic workplace stress, emotional exhaustion, productivity pressure, toxic positivity, and why so many professionals feel mentally drained yet stuck. Plus, we call out the corporate buzzwords and phrases that desperately need to be retired for the sake of employee well-being. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, disengaged, or emotionally fried at work, this episode offers validation, humor, and practical mental wellness insight for surviving (or escaping) corporate life.

    21 min

  5. JAN 27

    Episode 43: Nearly Normal or Therapy Time? How to Know When It’s More Than Just Stress

    Is it everyday stress—or something therapy-worthy? In this episode of The Nearly Normal Podcast, we use humor and real-life examples to break down the difference between common annoyances and mental health concerns that may benefit from therapy. Relatable, validating, and refreshingly honest. In this episode, we talk about: The difference between everyday stress and anxiety When irritability, burnout, or overwhelm become therapy-worthy How to tell if your coping strategies are working—or not Why needing therapy doesn’t mean something is “wrong” with you How humor can help normalize mental health conversations Whether you’re feeling mildly annoyed, emotionally exhausted, or wondering if therapy could help, this episode offers clarity, validation, and practical insight—without judgment. Give us 20 minutes, and we’ll help you figure out what’s nearly normal… and what might deserve a deeper conversation.

    23 min

  6. JAN 20

    Episode 42: Things We Have No Business Doing (And Why That’s Actually Okay)

    Ever find yourself doing something you are clearly not built for—and doing it anyway?  In this episode of the Nearly Normal Podcast, we lean into humor, self-awareness, and radical acceptance as we talk about the things we truly have no business doing. From skills we can’t master to habits we keep forcing, this lighthearted episode reminds us that perfection isn’t required for personal growth. If you’re into mental wellness, self-improvement, and learning to laugh at yourself, this episode is a refreshing reminder that being “bad at something” doesn’t mean you’re failing—it means you’re human.

    25 min

  7. JAN 20

    Episode 41: Winter Hibernation or Isolation? How to Protect Your Mental Health During the Winter Months

    Winter has a way of making us want to disappear under a blanket—but is that self-care or something more concerning? In this episode of the Nearly Normal Podcast, we unpack the real difference between hibernation and isolation and why it matters for your mental health during the colder months. We explore how to move through winter with intention, how staying busy doesn’t have to mean staying overwhelmed, why boredom can actually support mental wellness, and how to recognize and manage symptoms of seasonal affective disorder. If you’ve noticed shifts in your mood, motivation, or social energy during winter, this episode offers grounded, judgment-free guidance to help you feel more balanced, connected, and emotionally supported until spring returns.

    16 min

  8. JAN 13

    Episode 40: New Year, Healthier You: Building Better Habits for Mental Wellness & Personal Growth

    If you’re tired of setting goals that disappear by February, this episode is for you. On the Nearly Normal Podcast, we talk about how to set realistic expectations, replace unhealthy habits, and build sustainable routines that support your mental health — not sabotage it. In this episode, we explore: Why most New Year’s resolutions fail (and what works instead) How to build habits that support mental and emotional wellness Letting go of all-or-nothing thinking Creating goals aligned with your values and lifestyle This episode is a supportive starting point for anyone looking to improve their mental health, develop healthier routines, and approach self-improvement with compassion and clarity. Progress over perfection. Always.

    24 min
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Welcome to “Nearly Normal,” the podcast where two therapists tear up the “live, laugh, love” script on mental health and show you what being human really looks like—messy, imperfect, and delightfully offbeat. We’re swapping clichés for a healthy dose of sarcasm and a no-nonsense take on anxiety, depression, coping skills and all things mental health related. If you’re done chasing perfection and crave some brutally honest, eye-roll-worthy real talk about how to feel less burnout and more self empowered, you’ve just found your people. Start understanding how to improve your overall mental health today!

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  • Creator
    nearlynormalpodcast
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    47
  • Rating
    Explicit
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