The Shit Appreciation Podcast

Kate and Jodie

The Shit Appreciation Society Podcast is a space for honest conversations about the good that can grow out of genuinely s****y times. It’s about trauma, survival, resilience, and the unexpected wisdom that shows up after everything falls apart. Each episode explores real stories, reflections, and insights from peoples life experiences —and lived to tell the truth about it. We don’t glorify pain or rush healing. Instead, we slow down, name what hurt, and appreciate what emerged: clarity, boundaries, strength, humour, compassion, or a deeper sense of self. This podcast is for anyone who’s been shaped by trauma and is learning how to hold both the mess and the meaning at the same time. It’s raw, grounding, and rooted in the belief that even the worst experiences can leave behind something worth keeping. If you’re curious about: Self-improvement and personal growth Motivational conversations Stories of resilience and success Finding joy and purpose

Episodes

  1. 5d ago

    Eps 4 ~ Friendships

    The conversation delves into the importance of friendship, the challenges in making and maintaining friendships, the impact of toxic and abusive relationships, and the need for courage and compassion in navigating the dynamics of friendships. It emphasizes the significance of truthfulness, alignment, and the ability to let go when necessary. The conversation delves into the dynamics of friendships, emphasizing effective communication, emotional regulation, forgiveness, unconditional love, and setting boundaries. It explores the evolution of friendship preferences, energy-based connections, and the reflection of self-relationship in friendships. The themes of letting go, empathy, longevity, authenticity, and reciprocity in friendships are also discussed, along with the importance of vulnerability, maturity, and self-acceptance in fostering meaningful connections. Takeaways Friendship is about truthfulness and loveMaking time for friends is importantIt's okay to outgrow friendshipsCherry-picking friendships is important for alignmentUnderstanding rejection and the fear of being dislikedThe impact of toxic friendships and the need to let goThe complexity of abusive relationships and the role of compassion Communication and emotional regulationFriendship dynamics and boundaries Chapters 00:00 The Complexity of Abusive Relationships29:17 Unconditional Love and Acceptance in Friendships34:25 Challenging Friendships and Boundaries39:28 Friendship Dynamics and Self-Respect45:02 Reciprocity and Emotional Support in Friendships50:15 Authenticity and Sobriety in Friendships

    50 min
  2. Jun 4

    Eps 3 ~ Parenting

    The conversation delves into the reality of parenting, the challenges of birth, unspoken struggles of motherhood, judgment and conditioning, honesty and struggles, challenges of teenage motherhood, parenting expectations and pressures, navigating parenting styles, inherited parenting behaviors, the impact of parenting on children, the ever-evolving journey of parenting, and the influence of parental upbringing. The importance of boundaries in parenting is also highlighted. The conversation delves into the challenges of parenting, highlighting the disparity between expectations and reality, the complexities of parenting teenagers, and the transition to young adulthood. The speakers emphasize the importance of trust, self-reflection, and providing children with the tools to navigate life's challenges. Takeaways The reality of parenting is a mix of joy, stress, and challenges.Honesty and setting boundaries are crucial in effective parenting. Parenting expectations often differ from the reality of raising children.Parenting teenagers requires trust, open communication, and the ability to honor their experiences.The transition to young adulthood involves self-reflection, providing tools for emotional resilience, and recognizing the innocence and joy of childhood. Chapters 00:00 The Reality of Parenting06:16 Judgment and Conditioning in Parenting11:52 Parenting Expectations and Pressures17:36 The Impact of Parenting on Children26:27 The Importance of Boundaries in Parenting34:08 Parenting Teenagers47:13 Transition to Young Adulthood

    53 min

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The Shit Appreciation Society Podcast is a space for honest conversations about the good that can grow out of genuinely s****y times. It’s about trauma, survival, resilience, and the unexpected wisdom that shows up after everything falls apart. Each episode explores real stories, reflections, and insights from peoples life experiences —and lived to tell the truth about it. We don’t glorify pain or rush healing. Instead, we slow down, name what hurt, and appreciate what emerged: clarity, boundaries, strength, humour, compassion, or a deeper sense of self. This podcast is for anyone who’s been shaped by trauma and is learning how to hold both the mess and the meaning at the same time. It’s raw, grounding, and rooted in the belief that even the worst experiences can leave behind something worth keeping. If you’re curious about: Self-improvement and personal growth Motivational conversations Stories of resilience and success Finding joy and purpose