The Softcore Detachment Podcast

Catalina Herndon
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  • HEALTH & FITNESS
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

Let’s get messy. This podcast is for anyone who’s screwed up, owned it, and decided to build something better. We talk boundaries, self-worth, healing, and growth....the raw kind that doesn’t fit into a cute little Pinterest quote. Think of it as strength training for your brain and heart. Come for the chaos, stay for the glow-up.

  1. 5D AGO

    Surviving Skinny Trends Without Losing Your Mind (Or Your Muscle)

    Skinny is back, but it’s wearing a “wellness” filter. In this episode of Softcore Detachment, Catalina breaks down why body-shrinking trends resurface during cultural stress, how GLP-1 medications and Hollywood aesthetics are influencing the current wave, and what isn’t being talked about when rapid weight loss becomes normalized. This isn’t an anti-weight-loss episode. It’s a pro-health one. We’re talking about: The difference between aesthetic trends and metabolic health What rapid weight loss can mean for muscle mass and long-term metabolism Why bone density, strength training, and muscle matter more as women age How to opt out of cultural pressure without swinging to extremes Smaller does not automatically mean healthier. And shrinking yourself has never been the same thing as strengthening your future. If you’ve been feeling the pressure, this episode will help you zoom out, recalibrate, and refocus on what actually protects your body long-term. Strength isn’t rebellion.It’s protection.

    19 min

  2. JAN 27

    Forgiving Yourself Isn't Letting Yourself Off the Hook

    Forgiving yourself isn’t about pretending nothing happened — and it’s definitely not about letting yourself off the hook. In this episode of Softcore Detachment, Catalina explores what real self-forgiveness actually looks like afteraccountability. Why shame keeps so many people stuck, how guilt gets mistaken for growth, and the difference between taking responsibility and punishing yourself forever. This conversation is for anyone who holds themselves to high standards, has already “done the work,” and still feels unable to move forward. You’ll learn why self-forgiveness is not weakness, how to release the identity attached to past mistakes, and how to continue rebuilding self-trust without bypassing the lesson. Growth doesn’t come from self-hatred — it comes from honesty, repair, and forward motion.Brick by brick.

    9 min

  3. JAN 16

    You're Not Broken | How Self Love is Built

    What if self-love isn’t something you’re born with, but something you build? In this episode of Softcore Detachment, Catalina sits down with guest, Nige to talk about self-love and self-worth for people who didn’t grow up with either modeled for them. Together, they unpack how perspective shapes our reactions to life, how fear is meant to protect, not control you, and why setting boundaries is one of the most loving (and uncomfortable) things you can do for yourself. This conversation moves from victimhood to agency, from self-abandonment to self-trust, and from motivation to daily, reliable self-care. Nige also shares the Ho'oponopono prayer as a practical tool for releasing emotional weight and reconnecting with compassion, without bypassing reality. If you’ve ever felt like self-love sounds good in theory but feels inaccessible in practice, this episode is for you. Key themes: Why struggling with self-love doesn’t mean something is wrong with you How fear works and how to stop letting it run your life The role of boundaries in emotional resilience Building self-trust through small, daily actions Choosing progress over starting over

    27 min
  4. Welcome to Season 2

    JAN 6

    Welcome to Season 2

    Season 2: Done Starting Over Season 2 of Softcore Detachment starts differently—on purpose. In this get-ready-with-me style episode, Catalina reintroduces the show, the shift, and the intention behind this next season. No extremes. No chaos. No motivational screaming. This season is for people who are done blowing everything up every time life gets hard—and are ready to build something that actually holds. We’re talking: Strength that sticks Regulated nervous systems Boundaries without guilt Systems over willpower Progress without burnout If you’re done starting over, welcome.This season is for you. New episodes weekly.

    10 min

  5. 12/23/2025

    New Year's Resolutions Don't Work But These Systems Do

    Every year, millions of people set New Year’s resolutions — and every year, most of them quietly fade by February. In this Coach’s Corner / Get Ready With Me episode of Softcore Detachment, Catalina breaks down why traditional New Year’s resolutions don’t work — and what actually does. This episode isn’t about hype, discipline, or “wanting it bad enough.” It’s about building systems, habits, and identity-based change that last long after motivation wears off. Catalina covers: Why motivation and willpower aren’t reliable strategies How systems and repeatable behaviors create real progress The role identity plays in fitness and personal growth Why extremes in diet and exercise backfire How to break goals into manageable quarters instead of overwhelming yearly resolutions Using SMART goals, visual tracking, and community support to stay consistent If you’re tired of starting over every January, this episode will help you shift your focus from outcomes to process — and build a version of yourself that doesn’t need a “reset” every year. This isn’t about becoming a new person in January.It’s about becoming a more aligned version of yourself, one habit at a time, as you move into 2026.

    20 min

  6. 12/10/2025

    How to Fight Like an Adult

    Conflict is inevitable — chaos is optional. In this episode, Catalina and Jonnie break down what it really means to “fight like an adult,” from regulating your nervous system to choosing clarity over defensiveness. We cover how to pause before reacting, how to communicate without spiraling, why tone and timing matter, and the subtle difference between holding boundaries and throwing emotional grenades. Whether you’re navigating conflict with a partner, friend, coworker, or family member, this episode gives you the tools to stop fighting to win and start fighting to understand.Because emotional maturity isn’t about avoiding conflict — it’s about knowing how to move through it without losing yourself. Listen in for practical scripts, mindset shifts, and the Softcore framework for clean communication that doesn’t torch the relationship (or your nervous system).

    32 min

  7. 12/02/2025

    Supplements That Matter - Protein and Creatine

    If you’ve ever walked into a supplement aisle and felt personally victimized by the wall of powders, gummies, and “fat burners,” this episode is your permission slip to stop wasting money and start fueling your body with what actually works. Catalina and Jonnie break down the science behind protein and creatine — why they’re the most researched, most effective, and most underrated tools for women in midlife, especially during perimenopause and menopause. We’re talking muscle, metabolism, recovery, strength, and longevity… without the fluff, hype, or bro-science. You’ll walk away knowing exactly how much protein you need, how to take creatine without fear, and how to build a supplement routine that actually supports your lifestyle instead of complicating it. 💡 In This Episode:Why most women are under-eating protein (and how to fix it)The real research on creatine for womenHow to protect muscle as you age. What “bloat” really means with creatineHow to supplement without overwhelm. The Softcore Starter Stack: protein, creatine, sleep 📄 Grab the Softcore Supplement Guide: Download your free guide here → https://softcoredetachment.com//softcore-supplements Inside: protein targets, creatine dosing, my sleep stack, and a simple checklist to make supplements easy, not chaotic. Momentous Sleep Pack plus other great supplements: https://crrnt.app/MOME/Deb60zaJ Discount Code: SoftcoreDetachment 🧬 Further Reading & References ISSN Position Stand: Protein & Exercise (2018)PROT-AGE Study Group on protein for older adults ISSN Review: Creatine in Women (2022) Abbasi et al., Magnesium for Sleep (2012) Morton et al., Protein & Muscle Meta-Analysis (2018)

    35 min

  8. 11/25/2025

    Sleep Like You Give a Damn

    You can do all the right things — hit your protein, take your creatine, train hard — but if you’re sleeping like a feral raccoon behind a dumpster fire of stress, you’re not recovering.In this episode, Catalina and Jonnie get real about why women (especially in midlife) are struggling with sleep and what you can do about it — from hormone shifts and hot flashes to caffeine, cortisol, and scrolling yourself into insomnia. You’ll learn how to build a bedtime routine that actually sticks, how magnesium and L-theanine can support your nervous system, and why recovery isn’t lazy — it’s the foundation of strength. And yes, we talk about the Momentous Sleep Pack — because you deserve rest that doesn’t come from a wine bottle. 💤 In this episode: Why sleep is your body’s repair system How perimenopause wrecks your sleep (and how to counter it) The science of magnesium, L-theanine, and apigenin Simple nighttime rituals for real recovery How to detach from guilt and actually rest 💡 Takeaways: Rest is a skill, not a reward. Caffeine, screens, and cortisol are stealing your recovery. Magnesium + L-theanine can support better sleep quality. Strength gains and fat loss both depend on deep sleep. You don’t earn rest — you build it. 🛌 Further Reading & References American Psychological Association (2023) — Stress in America: Sleep & Health Harvard Health Publishing (2022) — Women and Insomnia: Hormones, Stress, and Solutions Abbasi et al., Journal of Research in Medical Sciences (2012) — Effect of magnesium supplementation on primary insomnia in elderly subjects White et al., Nutrients (2016) — L-theanine: A Natural Sleep Aid That Promotes Relaxation Without Sedation Srivastava et al., Molecular Medicine Reports (2010) — Chamomile: A Herbal Medicine of the Past with Bright Future Roehrs et al., Sleep Medicine Clinics (2018) — Alcohol and Sleep: The Real Connection Momentous Sleep Pack plus other great supplements: https://crrnt.app/MOME/Deb60zaJ Discount Code: SoftcoreDetachment

    18 min
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Let’s get messy. This podcast is for anyone who’s screwed up, owned it, and decided to build something better. We talk boundaries, self-worth, healing, and growth....the raw kind that doesn’t fit into a cute little Pinterest quote. Think of it as strength training for your brain and heart. Come for the chaos, stay for the glow-up.

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