Feed Your Soul with Kim

Kim McLaughlin
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Life is hard. The Feed Your Soul with Kim podcast is committed to exploring topics that truly matter. We will talk about real life, the ups, the downs, and everything in between.  Join Kim McLaughlin, as she helps you have peace in your life and helps you feed your soul! If you want to engage in expansive conversations  about mental and emotional wellness and increase your satisfaction in your life - this podcast is for you.Psychotherapist, blogger, author and speaker, Kim McLaughlin of https://feedyoursoultherapy.com/ provides you with tips and tricks to help you feed your soul and thrive.

  1. 4d ago

    143: How to Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty: Protect Your Energy and Mental Health

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Feed Your Soul with Kim Podcast we discuss why setting boundaries feels uncomfortable, how people-pleasing contributes to saying yes when you mean no, and why guilt doesn’t necessarily mean a boundary is wrong.  We look at boundaries as a form of mental health care and that lacking them can lead to overwhelm, anxiety, depression, exhaustion, and disconnection from personal needs.  In this Feed Your Soul with Kim episode we look at  ·         Common people-pleasing patterns ·         Number 1 feeling that stops boundaries ·         What you want to look for in your boundaries Before you automatically say yes… Center yourself in your needs and desires.Ask yourself if you really want to do this?Ask yourself if you have the capacity to do this?Consider if you are saying yes because you want to or because you’re afraid of someone's reaction?I’m not sure, let me get back to you.   00:00 Welcome and Topic Setup 00:54 Why Boundaries Feel Hard 05:42 People Pleasing Patterns 08:37 Real Life Boundary Example 10:42 Healthy Boundaries Mindset 11:35 Guilt Does Not Mean Wrong 13:46 Simple Boundary Scripts 16:38 Hell Yes or No Rule 18:40 Boundary Pause Questions 22:25 Practice Small Steps 23:41 Wrap Up and Share 24:59 Subscribe and Disclaimer   Please note this podcast is not a substitute for mental health therapy or seeing your physician. Please see a qualified professional if you think you have mental health struggles.    Get your Downloadable copy of How to Choose Your Right Therapist https://go.feedyoursoulunlimited.com/choosetherapist-completeguide   Here are some links we discussed: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/136-the-missing-pieces-of-mental-health-6-pillars/id1473042304?i=1000772847927 Connect with Kim Therapy: https://feedyoursoultherapy.com/ Coaching: https://feedyoursoulunlimited.com/ You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTuSnNrSDhLvbhxoTMXZgog   Kim McLaughlin, MA Kim McLaughlin is a psychotherapist. coach, speaker, and author. She helps people who feel frustrated, overwhelmed, and overloaded, and it shows up in feeling unsatisfied in your life. She has a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology. Kim is a certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, helping people to gain peace with food.  We would love to get your feedback on this show and let us know what you would like to hear about in upcoming shows. Email us at info@FeedYourSoulUnlimited.com   Thank you for listening. Please be sure to leave a review for others to find us and share this podcast with a friend. Join us for more conversation at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feedyoursoulunlimited/ @feedyoursoulunlimited Website: http://feedyoursoulunlimited.com/ We would love it if you would leave us a 5 star review on your favorite platform. Thanks for listening to the Feed Your Soul with Kim Podcast.

  2. Sep 7

    142: Why Do I Know What I Should Do But Can’t Make Myself Do It? Understanding Procrastination, Motivation & Mental Health

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Feed Your Soul with Kim Podcast we talk about the real barriers to why we know what we need to do and we just can’t make ourselves do it.  Repeatedly there is a knowledge of what to do and the “should’s”, but we just can get into action.  Kim's shares her personal story: how grief and responsibilities led to an 8-month podcast hiatus, and how self-compassion (not self-criticism) helped her move forward. In this episode of the Feed Your Soul with Kim Podcast we will discuss: The real barriers behind procrastination. Four reasons you might know what to do but still not do itWhy productivity "hacks" only work long-term once the deeper emotional blocks are addressed  - 0:00 — Intro & episode overview - 0:39 — Episode topic introduced - 4:55 — Reason 1: Anxiety can make it hard to act - 11:08 — Reason 2: Self-sabotage "what am I protecting myself from?" - 12:22 — Reason 3: Rebelling against the "shoulds" - 15:44 — Reason 4: Self-love as the missing piece - 19:15 — Why hacks only work after inner work is done - 21:29 — Kim's personal story: her father's death and stepping back from the podcast - 26:21 — Practical steps you can take today - 28:27 — Outro, follow & review request   Please note this podcast is not a substitute for mental health therapy or seeing your physician. Please see a qualified professional if you think you have mental health struggles.    Get your Downloadable copy of How to Choose Your Right Therapist https://go.feedyoursoulunlimited.com/choosetherapist-completeguide   Here are some links we discussed: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/136-the-missing-pieces-of-mental-health-6-pillars/id1473042304?i=1000772847927   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/141-self-love-isnt-selfish-why-being-kinder-to-yourself/id1473042304?i=1000787038956   Connect with Kim Therapy: https://feedyoursoultherapy.com/ Coaching: https://feedyoursoulunlimited.com/ You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTuSnNrSDhLvbhxoTMXZgog   Kim McLaughlin, MA Kim McLaughlin is a psychotherapist. coach, speaker, and author. She helps people who feel frustrated, overwhelmed, and overloaded, and it shows up in feeling unsatisfied in your life. She has a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology. Kim is a certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, helping people to gain peace with food.  We would love to get your feedback on this show and let us know what you would like to hear about in upcoming shows. Email us at info@FeedYourSoulUnlimited.com   Thank you for listening. Please be sure to leave a review for others to find us and share this podcast with a friend. Join us for more conversation at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feedyoursoulunlimited/ @feedyoursoulunlimited Website: http://feedyoursoulunlimited.com/ We would love it if you would leave us a 5 star review on your favorite platform. Thanks for listening to the Feed Your Soul with Kim Podcast.

  3. Aug 31

    141: Self-Love Isn't Selfish: Why Being Kinder to Yourself Changes Everything

    Send us Fan Mail People are often kinder to others than to themselves, using harsh self-criticism to stay motivated actually increases anxiety, overwhelm, shame, and low self-worth.  We discuss how the inner critic fuels stress and inadequacy, urges listeners to speak to themselves as they would to a loved one or child, and shares an example of a high-achieving woman who made amends yet stayed stuck in self-blame.  Join us on the Feed Your Soul with Kim Podcast as we discuss: Why self-love con be interpreted as selfish.How you can reframe criticism with compassion AND accountability.Learn about a Self-Love Reset.  00:00 Welcome and Topic 01:22 Your Inner Voice 03:40 Self Love Isn’t Selfish 08:09 Self Love vs Self Care 10:15 Compassionate Self Talk 12:12 Inner Critic and Shame 15:17 Accountability Without Attack 18:42 Self Love Reset Steps 20:27 Closing and Disclaimer   Please note this podcast is not a substitute for mental health therapy or seeing your physician. Please see a qualified professional if you think you have mental health struggles.    Get your Downloadable copy of How to Choose Your Right Therapist https://go.feedyoursoulunlimited.com/choosetherapist-completeguide   Here are some links we discussed: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/136-the-missing-pieces-of-mental-health-6-pillars/id1473042304?i=1000772847927   Connect with Kim Therapy: https://feedyoursoultherapy.com/ Coaching: https://feedyoursoulunlimited.com/ You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTuSnNrSDhLvbhxoTMXZgog   Kim McLaughlin, MA Kim McLaughlin is a psychotherapist. coach, speaker, and author. She helps people who feel frustrated, overwhelmed, and overloaded, and it shows up in feeling unsatisfied in your life. She has a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology. Kim is a certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, helping people to gain peace with food.  We would love to get your feedback on this show and let us know what you would like to hear about in upcoming shows. Email us at info@FeedYourSoulUnlimited.com   Thank you for listening. Please be sure to leave a review for others to find us and share this podcast with a friend.   Join us for more conversation at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feedyoursoulunlimited/ @feedyoursoulunlimited Website: http://feedyoursoulunlimited.com/ We would love it if you would leave us a 5 star review on your favorite platform. Thanks for listening to the Feed Your Soul with Kim Podcast.

  4. Aug 24

    140: How to Know If It's Time for Therapy: 10 Signs You Shouldn't Ignore

    Send us Fan Mail   How do you know if it is time to go to therapy?  Do you know if you need therapy? These are good questions and the answer is, it depends.   We tend to think that therapy is for people who are in severe and urgent crisis when you most certainly need to seek out counseling or immediate crisis services.   There are more subtle signs you shouldn’t ignore where therapy can be of great help. Kim offers self-check in questions, encourages you to find a good fit therapist and get mental health support.  Join us on the podcast as we discuss: When you must seek therapy and crisis help immediately10 subtle signs that you could benefit from therapyLearn some questions to ask yourself to see if therapy could help you  00:00 Welcome and Episode Topic 00:00 Crisis Warning Signs 00:00 Sign 1 Big Emotions 00:00 Sign 2 Same Problems 00:00 Sign 3 Life Feels Flat 00:00 Sign 4 Anxiety Loop 10:09 Sign 5 Draining Relationships 11:47 Sign 6 Major Transitions 12:57 Sign 7 Coping Behaviors 15:35 Sign 8 Feeling Stuck 16:51 Sign 9 Others Notice 18:36 Sign 10 Thinking About Therapy 19:47 Self Check Questions 21:00 Finding the Right Therapist 22:03 How to Get Help and Wrap Up    Please note this podcast is not a substitute for mental health therapy or seeing your physician. Please see a qualified professional if you think you have mental health struggles.  Get your Downloadable copy of How to Choose Your Right Therapist https://go.feedyoursoulunlimited.com/choosetherapist-completeguide Here are some links we discussed: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/136-the-missing-pieces-of-mental-health-6-pillars/id1473042304?i=1000772847927   Connect with Kim Therapy: https://feedyoursoultherapy.com/ Coaching: https://feedyoursoulunlimited.com/ You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTuSnNrSDhLvbhxoTMXZgog   Kim McLaughlin, MA Kim McLaughlin is a psychotherapist. coach, speaker, and author. She helps people who feel frustrated, overwhelmed, and overloaded, and it shows up in feeling unsatisfied in your life. She has a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology. Kim is a certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, helping people to gain peace with food.  We would love to get your feedback on this show and let us know what you would like to hear about in upcoming shows. Email us at info@FeedYourSoulUnlimited.com   Thank you for listening. Please be sure to leave a review for others to find us and share this podcast with a friend. Join us for more conversation at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feedyoursoulunlimited/ @feedyoursoulunlimited Website: http://feedyoursoulunlimited.com/ We would love it if you would leave us a 5 star review on your favorite platform. Thanks for listening to the Feed Your Soul with Kim Podcast.

  5. Aug 17

    139: How to Improve Your Mental Health: 10 Simple Wellness Habits

    Send us Fan Mail We are talking about 10 simple, realistic “micro-wellness” habits to support mental health without feeling overwhelmed. Often wellness habits are suggested as large, complicated tasks to be completed at a set time and schedule.  Today we are emphasizing starting small and acting right away. Wellness habits are not a replacement for therapy, but they are a fantastic way to increase your daily wellness.  Join us on the Feed Your Soul with Kim Podcast as we discuss: What are the 6 pillars of mental healthWhat are the 10 micro tools to increase your mental wellnessDiscover the 1% Mental Wellness Challenge  00:00 Welcome and Episode Goal 00:45 Start Small Mindset 02:15 Six Pillars Overview 05:04 Therapy Disclaimer 05:46 Micro Wellness Concept 09:51 Body Micro Habits 14:51 Thoughts and Emotions Tools 18:56 Gratitude Practice 21:14 Boundaries and Energy 23:03 Connection and Relationships 24:26 Music for Regulation 28:00 One Percent Challenge Wrap 31:58 Closing and Share   Please note this podcast is not a substitute for mental health therapy or seeing your physician. Please see a qualified professional if you think you have mental health struggles.    Get your Downloadable copy of How to Choose Your Right Therapist https://go.feedyoursoulunlimited.com/choosetherapist-completeguide   Here are some links we discussed: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/136-the-missing-pieces-of-mental-health-6-pillars/id1473042304?i=1000772847927    Connect with Kim Therapy: https://feedyoursoultherapy.com/ Coaching: https://feedyoursoulunlimited.com/ You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTuSnNrSDhLvbhxoTMXZgog   Kim McLaughlin, MA Kim McLaughlin is a psychotherapist. coach, speaker, and author. She helps people who feel frustrated, overwhelmed, and overloaded, and it shows up in feeling unsatisfied in your life. She has a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology. Kim is a certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, helping people to gain peace with food.  We would love to get your feedback on this show and let us know what you would like to hear about in upcoming shows. Email us at info@FeedYourSoulUnlimited.com   Thank you for listening. Please be sure to leave a review for others to find us and share this podcast with a friend. Join us for more conversation at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feedyoursoulunlimited/ @feedyoursoulunlimited Website: http://feedyoursoulunlimited.com/ We would love it if you would leave us a 5 star review on your favorite platform. Thanks for listening to the Feed Your Soul with Kim Podcast.

  6. Aug 3

    138: Why Therapy Isn't Just for Crisis: How Counseling Helps You Build a Better Life

    Send us Fan Mail  Join Kim McLaughlin as she talks about the common reasons people think they do not need counseling. She challenges misconceptions that therapy is only for crisis, for “crazy” people, a sign of weakness.  She addresses stigma, cost concerns, and media portrayals of mental illness. She frames therapy as preventive emotional care that supports the six pillars of mental health and helps people create a healthier, calmer, more meaningful life.  Kim describes some common reasons clients seek therapy and highlights outcomes that she has witnessed in her office. She urges early intervention and explains therapy is collaborative, confidential, compassionate, goal-oriented, and individualized. You'll learn: Common reasons people do not seek therapy (even when they should)Real reasons people go to therapy (they are not what you think)What therapy is REALLY like.   00:00 Welcome and Topic 01:07 Therapy Beyond Crisis 02:34 Myths and Misconceptions 03:57 Stigma Cost and Weakness 07:07 Real Reasons People Go 10:41 Therapy Builds Self Awareness 14:12 Values and Relationships 16:35 Unexpected Benefits 23:42 Start Therapy Early 26:32 What Therapy Is Really Like 29:34 Reflection Questions and Wrap Up   Please note this podcast is not a substitute for mental health therapy or seeing your physician. Please see a qualified professional if you think you have mental health struggles.    Get your Downloadable copy of How to Choose Your Right Therapist https://go.feedyoursoulunlimited.com/choosetherapist-completeguide   Here are some links we discussed: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/136-the-missing-pieces-of-mental-health-6-pillars/id1473042304?i=1000772847927   Connect with Kim Therapy: https://feedyoursoultherapy.com/ Coaching: https://feedyoursoulunlimited.com/ You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTuSnNrSDhLvbhxoTMXZgog   Kim McLaughlin, MA Kim McLaughlin is a psychotherapist. coach, speaker, and author. She helps people who feel frustrated, overwhelmed, and overloaded, and it shows up in feeling unsatisfied in your life. She has a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology. Kim is a certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, helping people to gain peace with food.  We would love to get your feedback on this show and let us know what you would like to hear about in upcoming shows. Email us at info@FeedYourSoulUnlimited.com   Thank you for listening. Please be sure to leave a review for others to find us and share this podcast with a friend. Join us for more conversation at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feedyoursoulunlimited/ @feedyoursoulunlimited Website: http://feedyoursoulunlimited.com/ We would love it if you would leave us a 5 star review on your favorite platform. Thanks for listening to the Feed Your Soul with Kim Podcast.

  7. Jun 30

    137: Create a Summer Bucket List for Better Mental Health

    Send us Fan Mail Summer doesn't have to disappear in a blur of work, errands, and obligations. In this episode, I'm sharing why creating a Summer Bucket List isn't just fun it's actually good for your mental health.  Research shows that intentionally planning enjoyable experiences can reduce stress, increase happiness, strengthen relationships, and help prevent burnout. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or simply want to enjoy this season more, this episode will help you create a realistic summer filled with joy instead of pressure. You'll learn: ·         Why anticipation improves mental health ·         How enjoyable experiences reduce stress ·         The science behind planning fun activities ·         How to create a Summer Bucket List you'll complete ·         Ideas for self-care, connection, adventure, and rest If you're ready to make this your happiest and healthiest summer yet, this episode is for you. Please note this podcast is not a substitute for mental health therapy or seeing your physician. Please see a qualified professional if you think you have mental health struggles.  Get your Downloadable copy of Summer Bucket List https://go.feedyoursoulunlimited.com/summerbucketlist-8179   Get your Downloadable copy of How to Choose Your Right Therapist https://go.feedyoursoulunlimited.com/choosetherapist-completeguide   Here are some links we discussed: https://feedyoursoultherapy.com/self-care-is-not-selfish/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/108-self-care-is-not-selfish/id1473042304?i=1000670998359  https://youtu.be/Zou35_IYl2c    Connect with Kim Therapy: https://feedyoursoultherapy.com/ Coaching: https://feedyoursoulunlimited.com/ You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTuSnNrSDhLvbhxoTMXZgog   Kim McLaughlin, MA Kim McLaughlin is a psychotherapist. coach, speaker, and author. She helps people who feel frustrated, overwhelmed, and overloaded, and it shows up in feeling unsatisfied in your life. She has a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology. Kim is a certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, helping people to gain peace with food.  We would love to get your feedback on this show and let us know what you would like to hear about in upcoming shows. Email us at info@FeedYourSoulUnlimited.com   Thank you for listening. Please be sure to leave a review for others to find us and share this podcast with a friend. Join us for more conversation at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feedyoursoulunlimited/ @feedyoursoulunlimited Website: http://feedyoursoulunlimited.com/ We would love it if you would leave us a 5 star review on your favorite platform. Thanks for listening to the Feed Your Soul with Kim Podcast.

  8. Jun 15

    136: The Missing Pieces of Mental Health: 6 Pillars That Actually Help

    Send us Fan Mail Mental Health Awareness Month is an opportunity to do more than simply talk about mental health—it’s a chance to explore what truly supports our well-being. While awareness has helped reduce stigma and encourage important conversations, many people still struggle to understand what mental health actually looks like in daily life. As a therapist, I've found that mental wellness isn't built on one habit, one mindset shift, or one self-care practice. It comes from caring for yourself as a whole person. In this episode, I share the six pillars of mental health that I use with clients to create meaningful, sustainable change: ✨ Physical Health ✨ Emotional Health ✨ Mental Health ✨ Lifestyle ✨ Mindfulness ✨ Self-Love We'll discuss why mental health is about much more than positive thinking and how small, intentional actions can create lasting shifts in your well-being. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why Mental Health Awareness Month mattersHow stigma impacts mental health treatment and supportWhy a holistic approach to mental wellness is essentialThe connection between your body, thoughts, emotions, and daily habitsHow to identify which pillar of mental health may need more attentionSimple practices you can begin using todayPlease note this podcast is not a substitute for mental health therapy or seeing your physician. Please see a qualified professional if you think you have mental health struggles.    Get your Downloadable copy of How to Choose Your Right Therapist https://go.feedyoursoulunlimited.com/choosetherapist-completeguide Connect with Kim Therapy: https://feedyoursoultherapy.com/ Coaching: https://feedyoursoulunlimited.com/ You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTuSnNrSDhLvbhxoTMXZgog   Kim McLaughlin, MA Kim McLaughlin is a psychotherapist. coach, speaker, and author. She helps people who feel frustrated, overwhelmed, and overloaded, and it shows up in feeling unsatisfied in your life. She has a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology. Kim is a certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, helping people to gain peace with food.  We would love to get your feedback on this show and let us know what you would like to hear about in upcoming shows. Email us at info@FeedYourSoulUnlimited.com   Thank you for listening. Please be sure to leave a review for others to find us and share this podcast with a friend. Join us for more conversation at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feedyoursoulunlimited/ @feedyoursoulunlimited Website: http://feedyoursoulunlimited.com/ We would love it if you would leave us a 5 star review on your favorite platform. Thanks for listening to the Feed Your Soul with Kim Podcast.

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Life is hard. The Feed Your Soul with Kim podcast is committed to exploring topics that truly matter. We will talk about real life, the ups, the downs, and everything in between.  Join Kim McLaughlin, as she helps you have peace in your life and helps you feed your soul! If you want to engage in expansive conversations  about mental and emotional wellness and increase your satisfaction in your life - this podcast is for you.Psychotherapist, blogger, author and speaker, Kim McLaughlin of https://feedyoursoultherapy.com/ provides you with tips and tricks to help you feed your soul and thrive.

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  • Creator
    Kim McLaughlin
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    144
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    Clean
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    © 2026 Feed Your Soul with Kim
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