I Do Me, Boo

Martina Pichler-Bounni
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I Do Me, Boo is for women who are done trying to get life “right.” I’m Martina — and this podcast is me, in real time. Not after I’ve figured things out. While I’m in it. I take you into the messy, raw moments: when I’m triggered, frustrated, questioning myself, emotional… and I unpack what’s really going on underneath. The thoughts. The patterns. The reactions. All of it. From a place of honesty and vulnerability. No filter. No pretending I have it all together—because I don’t. Life isn’t clean, neat, or linear. And we all deal with the human bullsh*t that comes with it. Here, you’ll hear real conversations that help you: Stop spiraling and actually understand why it happensBreak the patterns you keep repeatingNavigate relationships without losing yourselfFace aging, “what ifs,” and life’s big questions with clarityTrust yourself and stop abandoning your own needs No fluff. No “5 steps to fix your life.” Just real talk about handling triggers, owning your power, and living fully—half-in is over. If you’re ready to feel seen, challenged, and inspired to step fully into yourself… you’ll feel at home here. Less noise. More truth. This is I Do Me, Boo.

  1. 4D AGO

    Access Denied: Why I Revoked Emotional Access to Me— And You Can Too

    In today’s episode, Martina shares a personal moment that turned into a powerful reflection on identity, growth, and something we don’t talk about enough: The people who keep you in your past. After receiving a message from someone who casually described her former self as “depressed and burned out,” Martina found herself unexpectedly irritated. Not because the comment was outright rude—but because of what it subtly implied. This episode dives into:  Why it feels so uncomfortable when others narrate your past for you  How people freeze you in a version of yourself you’ve already outgrown  The psychology behind why we feel the need to correct or defend ourselves  And the deeper question: Who actually deserves access to your current self?Martina also walks you through three grounded ways to respond in these situations—from silence, to light boundaries, to direct communication—so you can choose what feels aligned without overexplaining or overgiving. This is a conversation about identity, emotional boundaries, and reclaiming authority over your own story. Because growth isn’t just becoming someone new—  it’s also refusing to be defined by outdated mirrors. And sometimes the most powerful response… is no response at all. Got a thought, reaction, or moment this episode stirred up? Send me a note. I read every message — and sometimes they shape future episodes. Follow Martina on Instagram @femmagical for behind-the-scenes content, updates, and more! Subscribe to "I Do Me, Boo" on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. Love what you heard? Leave a comment or review to let Martina know what resonated with you. Also, share this episode with friends and family who need a reminder about the importance of health and boundaries. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

    44 min

  2. APR 22

    The Version of My Mom I Always Wanted And Why It Didn’t Last

    In this episode, Martina shares a deeply personal story about her mom’s visit—and the unexpected emotional aftermath that followed.  What felt like healing at first turned into a powerful realization about triggers, inner child needs, and how much our environment shapes the way we experience relationships.  This is an honest look at what it means to feel something you’ve been craving your whole life… and what happens when it’s suddenly gone. Why feeling better doesn’t always mean it’s healedThe difference between change and no triggersWhat it felt like to finally experience ease with her momHow this unlocked a deeper inner child realizationA raw, grounded reflection on what healing really is—and what it isn’t. Got a thought, reaction, or moment this episode stirred up? Send me a note. I read every message — and sometimes they shape future episodes. Follow Martina on Instagram @femmagical for behind-the-scenes content, updates, and more! Subscribe to "I Do Me, Boo" on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. Love what you heard? Leave a comment or review to let Martina know what resonated with you. Also, share this episode with friends and family who need a reminder about the importance of health and boundaries. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

    36 min

  3. APR 15

    The Quiet Heartbreak of Living Abroad — What No One Warns You About

    In this episode, Martina shares a deeply honest and vulnerable look at what it actually feels like to live abroad — beyond the highlight reel. It’s about missing people, yes… but also about something far less talked about: the quiet identity shift that happens when you don’t fully belong anywhere anymore. This episode explores the emotional reality behind an “international life” that often looks more effortless from the outside than it actually feels on the inside. In this episode, Martina talks about: What really happens emotionally after family or loved ones leave when you live abroadThe “in-between identity” of not fully belonging here or back home anymoreWhy missing people is only the surface layer of a deeper emotional experienceThe subtle grief, adaptation, and growth that comes with building a life between two worldsGot a thought, reaction, or moment this episode stirred up? Send me a note. I read every message — and sometimes they shape future episodes. Follow Martina on Instagram @femmagical for behind-the-scenes content, updates, and more! Subscribe to "I Do Me, Boo" on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. Love what you heard? Leave a comment or review to let Martina know what resonated with you. Also, share this episode with friends and family who need a reminder about the importance of health and boundaries. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

    49 min

  4. APR 10

    How I Find Safety In The Unknown: Navigating a Season of Shift

    In this episode Martina opens up about a season where life doesn’t feel as clear as it used to — where certainty fades, old beliefs stop fitting, and the answers she once had no longer land. She shares what it really looks like to sit in the in-between: questioning everything, thinking more deeply, and resisting the urge to rush into easy conclusions just to feel safe again. From wrestling with her relationship to God and religion, to re-evaluating her worldview, to navigating the very real uncertainty around motherhood — this is an honest, unfiltered look at what it means to grow beyond surface-level clarity. This isn’t an episode that gives you neat answers or a step-by-step path. It’s a conversation about what happens when you stop pretending to know… and start allowing yourself to think for yourself. If you’re in a season where things feel confusing, uncomfortable, or uncertain — this episode will remind you that you’re not lost. You’re just going deeper. Got a thought, reaction, or moment this episode stirred up? Send me a note. I read every message — and sometimes they shape future episodes. Follow Martina on Instagram @femmagical for behind-the-scenes content, updates, and more! Subscribe to "I Do Me, Boo" on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. Love what you heard? Leave a comment or review to let Martina know what resonated with you. Also, share this episode with friends and family who need a reminder about the importance of health and boundaries. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

    37 min

  5. APR 2

    My Niece Triggered Me to Face the Life I Haven’t Built

    What happens when you suddenly see the life you didn’t build? I am hitting an age where you can’t help but reflect on the life you’ve lived, the choices you made, and the dreams you haven’t chased. This can be intense. There’s pride, gratitude, and sometimes a sting of “what if.” Then you meet younger generations, blazing paths you never imagined—living freer, riskier, bolder lives. It can trigger something deep: envy, longing, or even shame. In this episode, Martina says the things no one talks about. It’s not about comparing—it’s about awareness.  About seeing what’s possible for you right now, without judgment, and remembering that your story isn’t over. Your path doesn’t need to mirror theirs—or anyone else’s. This stage in life?  It’s your invitation to reconcile the past with what’s still possible. To honor your choices, acknowledge what could have been, and still lean fully into the chapters yet to be written. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I do.  Got a thought, reaction, or moment this episode stirred up? Send me a note. I read every message — and sometimes they shape future episodes. Follow Martina on Instagram @femmagical for behind-the-scenes content, updates, and more! Subscribe to "I Do Me, Boo" on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. Love what you heard? Leave a comment or review to let Martina know what resonated with you. Also, share this episode with friends and family who need a reminder about the importance of health and boundaries. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

    37 min

  6. MAR 27

    The Pedestal Problem: Why I Stopped Worshipping Experts and Gurus

    In this episode, Martina reflects on a shift that has deeply changed the way she sees authority, expertise, and influence — the pedestal. For years, she unconsciously placed coaches, gurus, and public figures above herself, assuming they knew more, were more evolved, or had access to wisdom she didn’t. But what happens when those pedestals start to collapse? In this conversation, she explores: The psychology behind pedestal culture and why we outsource our powerHow admiration slowly turns into self-abandonmentWhy authority feels safer than self-trustWhat happens when the pedestal fallsHow this realization helped her reclaim discernment and grounded confidenceThis episode isn’t about attacking anyone. It’s about coming back to yourself — learning from others without shrinking, admiring without worshipping, and respecting without surrendering your own authority. If you’ve ever elevated someone only to feel disappointed later, this conversation is for you. Got a thought, reaction, or moment this episode stirred up? Send me a note. I read every message — and sometimes they shape future episodes. Follow Martina on Instagram @femmagical for behind-the-scenes content, updates, and more! Subscribe to "I Do Me, Boo" on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. Love what you heard? Leave a comment or review to let Martina know what resonated with you. Also, share this episode with friends and family who need a reminder about the importance of health and boundaries. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

    40 min

  7. MAR 17

    A Rude Email Triggered Something Deep — Here’s What I Did

    In this episode, Martina takes you inside a raw, personal story from her corporate life — from the moment her chest tightened as she read “Are you kidding me?” to the conscious decision not to escalate. This conversation goes far beyond email etiquette. It’s about nervous system triggers, childhood wounds resurfacing at work, the myth of “radical authenticity,” and the difference between reacting from ego versus responding from alignment with your values. In this episode, Martina explores: Why your nervous system reacts to a harsh email like it’s a saber-toothed tiger The difference between setting boundaries and discharging your fight responseWhy calling someone out at work isn’t automatically courageousHow to stay aligned with your values while navigating power dynamics, competing agendas, and corporate politicsIf you’ve ever felt your body go hot and cold over a Teams message, email, or public criticism… this one is for you. Because true power at work isn’t about reacting fast.  It’s about responding consciously. And that changes everything. Got a thought, reaction, or moment this episode stirred up? Send me a note. I read every message — and sometimes they shape future episodes. Follow Martina on Instagram @femmagical for behind-the-scenes content, updates, and more! Subscribe to "I Do Me, Boo" on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. Love what you heard? Leave a comment or review to let Martina know what resonated with you. Also, share this episode with friends and family who need a reminder about the importance of health and boundaries. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

    43 min

  8. FEB 25

    Why You Still Feel Unseen — Even in Loving Relationships

    Have you ever walked away from a conversation feeling strangely empty… even though the other person was listening? In this episode, I unpack what it really means to feel seen — and why that experience is so much deeper than someone simply hearing your words. I share a personal story from my own marriage, reflect on what I see in my coaching practice, and talk honestly about the ways we hide parts of ourselves — softening emotions, filtering truth, avoiding vulnerability — and then wonder why no one fully gets us. We explore: The difference between being heard and being truly seenWhy relationships are mirrors for self-discoveryHow filtering yourself trains your relationships to stay surface-levelThe subtle ways we shrink to be “easy” or “low maintenance”Why clarity is the antidote to dramaAnd how to start showing up more fully — even when it feels uncomfortableThis is not about blaming your partner or demanding more validation.  It’s about understanding the dance between self-awareness and connection — and why feeling seen is something created between two people. If you’ve ever thought:  “They love me… so why do I still feel invisible sometimes?” This episode is for you. Got a thought, reaction, or moment this episode stirred up? Send me a note. I read every message — and sometimes they shape future episodes. Follow Martina on Instagram @femmagical for behind-the-scenes content, updates, and more! Subscribe to "I Do Me, Boo" on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. Love what you heard? Leave a comment or review to let Martina know what resonated with you. Also, share this episode with friends and family who need a reminder about the importance of health and boundaries. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

    45 min
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I Do Me, Boo is for women who are done trying to get life “right.” I’m Martina — and this podcast is me, in real time. Not after I’ve figured things out. While I’m in it. I take you into the messy, raw moments: when I’m triggered, frustrated, questioning myself, emotional… and I unpack what’s really going on underneath. The thoughts. The patterns. The reactions. All of it. From a place of honesty and vulnerability. No filter. No pretending I have it all together—because I don’t. Life isn’t clean, neat, or linear. And we all deal with the human bullsh*t that comes with it. Here, you’ll hear real conversations that help you: Stop spiraling and actually understand why it happensBreak the patterns you keep repeatingNavigate relationships without losing yourselfFace aging, “what ifs,” and life’s big questions with clarityTrust yourself and stop abandoning your own needs No fluff. No “5 steps to fix your life.” Just real talk about handling triggers, owning your power, and living fully—half-in is over. If you’re ready to feel seen, challenged, and inspired to step fully into yourself… you’ll feel at home here. Less noise. More truth. This is I Do Me, Boo.

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  • Creator
    Martina Pichler-Bounni
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 I Do Me, Boo
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