Self Aware & F**ked Up Podcast

Sandtrice Russell
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The Self-Aware and F****d Up Podcast™ is a candid and humorous exploration of self-improvement, mental health, and navigating the complexities of life. Hosted by Sandtrice D. Russell (Tree the LPC), the podcast offers a fresh perspective on personal growth, embracing imperfections, and finding humor in the messiness of life's challenges. Each episode dives into real and raw conversations about topics that resonate with many. With its mix of heartfelt moments, laugh-out-loud anecdotes, and valuable insights this podcast offers a refreshing take on self-help and personal development.

  1. Jul 29

    Sex, Intimacy, & Connection

    What happens when your calling challenges everything you were taught to believe? In this powerful episode of the Self Aware & F**ked Up Podcast, host Sandtrice Russell (Tree the LPC) sits down with licensed therapist and certified sex therapist Erica Harry for an honest conversation about faith, sexuality, purpose, and redefining what a meaningful life can look like.Raised in a deeply religious environment, Erica shares how she found herself pursuing a career that many within faith communities consider taboo. She opens up about the tension of becoming a sex therapist while honoring her spiritual foundation, navigating church hurt, and challenging the shame and silence that often surround conversations about intimacy and sexual wellness.Erica also vulnerably discusses another expectation many women face—the belief that fulfillment only comes through marriage and motherhood. She shares how health challenges have impacted her own journey and how she’s learned to embrace a life that looks different than what she once imagined, while still finding joy, purpose, and peace.Inspired by witnessing her parents’ healthy, thriving marriage, Erica is passionate about helping couples build stronger, more connected relationships. Through education, compassion, and evidence-based therapy, she’s committed to breaking generational cycles, improving communication, and helping marriages flourish.In this episode, we explore:• Growing up in a religious culture and challenging long-held beliefs• Becoming a sex therapist despite the stigma surrounding sexual health• Healing from church hurt while maintaining faith• The intersection of spirituality, intimacy, and mental health• Coping with unmet expectations around marriage and motherhood• Finding purpose beyond society’s timeline• Why healthy conversations about sex can strengthen relationships• Helping couples build lasting, fulfilling marriagesThis episode is for anyone who has ever questioned their purpose, wrestled with religious expectations, experienced church hurt, or wondered if their life could still be meaningful even when it doesn’t follow the script they expected.#SexTherapist #SexTherapy #MentalHealthPodcast #ChurchHurt #FaithAndHealing #ReligiousTrauma #MarriageTherapy #Intimacy #SexEducation #Women’sHealth #PurposeDrivenLife #HealingJourney #MentalHealthAwareness #TherapyWorks #BreakTheStigma #AuthenticLiving #RelationshipGoals #EmotionalWellnessConnect with Erica:IG: www.instagram.com/theintimacyexperiencePsychology Today: www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/erica-harry-atlanta-ga/1476430E-Mail: eharry@connectioninstitute.netTo purchase the Minding my Own Mental Health Journal and other Unique Destiny Merch visit UniqueDestiny.org/shop

  2. Jul 22

    Young Widow

    In this deeply moving episode of the Self Aware & F**ked Up Podcast, host Sandtrice Russell (Tree the LPC) sits down with Anna Peck to discuss the unimaginable reality of losing her husband in a tragic motorcycle accident and navigating life as a young widow.Anna shares her raw and honest journey through shock, heartbreak, and the complex realities of grief that many people don’t talk about. Together, Sandtrice and Anna explore what it means to mourn a partner while simultaneously learning how to rebuild an identity, face loneliness, manage well-intentioned but unhelpful advice, and find purpose after profound loss.This conversation sheds light on the non-linear nature of grief, the pressure to “move on,” and the courage it takes to keep living when your world has been turned upside down. Whether you’ve experienced the loss of a spouse, are supporting someone through grief, or simply want a deeper understanding of what healing can look like after tragedy, this episode offers compassion, validation, and hope.In this episode, we discuss:• The sudden loss of a spouse in a motorcycle accident• The unique challenges of being a young widow• Grief myths and misconceptions• Navigating life after traumatic loss• Rebuilding identity and finding purpose• Coping with loneliness and major life changes• What support actually helps someone who is grievingBecause grief isn’t something we “get over.” - it’s something we learn to carry as we continue living.#TreeTheLPC #AnnaPeck #GriefJourney #YoungWidow #Widowhood #MentalHealthPodcast #HealingAfterLoss #TraumaticGrief #LifeAfterLoss #GriefSupport #MentalHealthAwareness #PodcastLife #GriefAndHealing #widowsupport Connect with Anna:Website: https://createdhaven.myshopify.com/ Website: https://msha.ke/createdhaven Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/createdhaven Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/createdhaven More Info: https://chalkcouture.com/CorpOrphan To purchase the Minding my Own Mental Health Journal and other Unique Destiny Merch visit UniqueDestiny.org/shop

  3. Jul 16

    The Dark Side

    What happens when self-awareness becomes both your greatest strength and your deepest source of pain? In this raw and thought-provoking episode, SandtriceRussell (Tree the LPC) sits down with Lacey Desper to unpackthe complicated relationship between self-awareness, trauma, identity, and healing. Lacey shares her experience growing up as an adopted foster youth, navigating the lasting impact of early life trauma, and the challenges of carrying an intense level of insight into herself and the world around her. Together, they explore how being highly self-aware cansometimes feel more like a burden than a gift—fueling overthinking, depression, career dissatisfaction, and the constant search for meaning. Lacey opens up about the frustration of knowing what needs to change while still feeling stuck, the grief that comes with unmet expectations, and the courage it takes to keep choosing growth anyway. This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt exhaustedby their own awareness, struggled to make peace with their past, or questioned whether healing is worth the work. Through honesty, humor, and vulnerability, Sandtrice and Lacey remind listeners that self-awareness is only part of thejourney—the real challenge is learning how to live with what you know. In this episode, we discuss: ·        Growing up as an adopted foster youth ·         The connection between trauma and identity ·         When self-awareness contributes to depression ·         Career frustration and feeling stuck ·        The difference between insight and healing ·         Finding purpose after adversity ·         Giving yourself permission to evolve Sometimes the hardest person to understand is yourself. Andsometimes, that’s exactly where healing begins. #SelfAwareAndFckedUpPodcast #TreeTheLPC #LaceyDesper#MentalHealthPodcast #SelfAwareness #TraumaHealing #AdoptionJourney #FosterCareAwareness #PersonalGrowth #TherapyTalk #MentalHealthMatters #HealingJourney #CareerBurnout #EmotionalWellness #PodcastLife Connect with Lacey: FB: www.facebook.com/lacey.desper IG: www.instagram.com/angleofreason Twitch: www.twitch.tv/angleofreason TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@angleofreason To purchase the Minding my Own Mental Health Journal and other Unique Destiny Merch visit UniqueDestiny.org/shop

  4. Jul 8

    Triggers & Trauma Bonds

    What happens when the survival skills that once protected you begin preventing you from living authentically? In this powerful episode of the Self-Aware & F**ked Up Podcast, Sandtrice Russell (Tree the LPC) sits down with Marcia Blane for a candid conversation about trauma bonds, people-pleasing, imposter syndrome, and the difficult journey of learning to live as your authentic self. Marcia shares her experiences of navigating relationships shaped by trauma, the pressure to constantly meet the expectations of others, and the emotional toll of seeking validation outside of herself. Together, she and Sandtrice unpack how trauma bonds can keep us connected to unhealthy patterns, why people-pleasing often develops as a survival strategy, and how imposter syndrome can leave even the most accomplished individuals questioning their worth. This episode explores the process of recognizing when old coping mechanisms are no longer serving you and finding the courage to break free from cycles of self-abandonment. Marcia opens up about the challenges of setting boundaries, trusting herself, and embracing authenticity after years of prioritizing everyone else’s needs over her own. Through vulnerability, self-reflection, and practical insight, Sandtrice and Marcia discuss what healing looks like when you stop performing for acceptance and start showing up as your whole self. In this episode, we discuss: Understanding and breaking free from trauma bonds•The roots of people-pleasing behaviors How trauma impacts self-worth and relationshipsOvercoming imposter syndromeLearning to trust yourself and your decisionsSetting healthy boundaries without guiltReclaiming your identity and living authenticallyHealing from the need for external validationIf you’ve ever struggled to say no, questioned whether you’re “good enough,” or found yourself trapped in unhealthy relationship patterns, this episode offers an honest look at what it takes to stop surviving and start living authentically. Because healing isn’t about becoming someone new, it’s about unlearning who you had to be to survive. #MarciaBlane #TraumaBonds #PeoplePleasing #ImposterSyndrome #AuthenticLiving #MentalHealthPodcast #HealingJourney #SelfWorth #BoundarySetting #TraumaRecovery #PersonalGrowth #TherapyTalk #MentalHealthMatters #EmotionalWellness #SelfAwareness #WomenHealing #BreakTheCycle #liveauthentically Connect with Marcia: Website: www.marciablane.com Website: www.peculiar1.com IG: www.instagram.com/authenticallypeculiarmarciab TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@peculiar1mrb   To purchase the Minding my Own Mental Health Journal and other Unique Destiny Merch visit UniqueDestiny.org/shop

  5. Jul 1

    A Grief Journey

    Twenty years ago, on July 1, 2006, Sandtrice D. Russell (Tree the LPC) lost the woman who wasn’t just her great-grandmother. She lost the woman who raised her, loved her, and shaped the person she would become. In this deeply personal solo episode of the Self Aware & F**ked Up Podcast, Sandtrice opens her heart to share the story of navigating one of the most profound losses of her life. Through raw storytelling and a therapist’s perspective, she reflects on how grief has transformed over the past two decades, the ways it continues to show up in unexpected moments, and what healing has truly looked like. Using the stages of grief as a framework, Sandtrice explores the emotions of denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance while also discussing the parts of grief that often go unspoken: anniversary grief, identity loss, attachment, and learning to carry love after loss. Whether you’re grieving the death of a parent, grandparent, spouse, friend, or anyone who has left an imprint on your heart, this episode is a reminder that healing doesn’t mean forgetting. It means finding a way to honor your love while continuing to live a meaningful life. If you’ve ever wondered why grief still feels present years later, or questioned whether you’re “doing it right,” this conversation is for you. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why grief isn’t a linear processHow loss changes your identity and relationshipsHealthy ways to honor loved ones on anniversaries and milestonesWhy healing and missing someone can coexistLessons Sandtrice has learned 20 years after losing the woman who raised her,This episode is dedicated to Sandtrice’s great-grandmother, whose love continues to live on through every life she touches. If this episode resonates with you, share it with someone navigating grief and leave a review to help others find this conversation. #GriefJourney #StagesOfGrief #GriefHealing #LifeAfterLoss #MentalHealthPodcast #SelfAwareAndFckedUp #TreeTheLPC #Therapy #HealingAfterLoss #Bereavement #GriefSupport #EmotionalWellness #TraumaHealing #MentalHealthAwareness #podcastforhealing Connect with Tree: Website: www.uniquedestiny.org Website: www.mindingmyownmentalhealth.com FB: www.facebook.com/treethelpc IG: www.instagram.com/treethelpc TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@treethelpc To purchase the Minding my Own Mental Health Journal and other Unique DestinyMerch visit UniqueDestiny.org/shop

  6. Jun 24

    Asking for Help

    In this powerful episode of The Self Aware & F****d Up Podcast, host Sandtrice Russell (Tree the LPC) sits down withcareer coach, speaker, and community advocate Chrysta Bairre for a deeply honest conversation about community care, asking for help, and her journey of being diagnosed with autism as an adult. Chrysta shares the life-changing experience of discoveringshe is autistic later in life and how that diagnosis helped her make sense of years of feeling different, struggling to navigate expectations, and wondering why certain aspects of life seemed harder for her than they appeared to be for others. She opens up about the challenges of growing up undiagnosed, the impact of not having advocacy or support from the adults in her life, and the emotional process of reframing her past through a new lens of understanding andself-compassion. Together, Sandtrice and Chrysta explore the grief, relief,validation, and empowerment that can accompany a late diagnosis. They discuss masking, burnout, self-acceptance, and the importance of creating supportive communities where people can show up authentically rather than constantly adapting themselves to meet others’ expectations. The conversation also dives into why asking for help canfeel so difficult, especially for those who have spent much of their lives believing they had to navigate challenges alone. Through discussions of vulnerability, interdependence, and community care, Chrysta highlights how healing often happens in connection with others instead of isolation. If you’ve ever felt misunderstood, struggled to ask forsupport, questioned why you experience the world differently, or are navigating your own journey of self-discovery, this episode offers insight, validation,and hope. Tune in for an authentic conversation about autism,self-awareness, community care, healing, and the freedom that comes from finally understanding yourself. #ChrystaBairre #AutismAcceptance #Neurodiversity#AutisticAdults #CommunityCare #MentalHealth #SelfAwareness #HealingJourney#AskForHelp #BurnoutRecovery #Neurodivergent #PersonalGrowth #SelfDiscovery#MentalWellness #Authenticity #WomenWithAutism #AdultAutismDiagnosis Connect with Chrysta: Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chrysta.bairreBusiness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiveLoveWorkLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrystabairre/Website: https://www.liveandlovework.com   To purchase the Minding my Own Mental Health Journal and other Unique Destiny Merch visit UniqueDestiny.org/shop

  7. Jun 17

    Coming Out Journey

    In this deeply personal Pride Month episode of the SelfAware & F**ked Up Podcast, Sandtrice Russell shares her journey of coming out in her 20s while struggling to reconcile her identity with religion, shame, fear, and societal expectations. Tree opens up about the emotional conflict of knowing whoshe was while also battling messages that made her question whether she could be both loved and accepted as a queer woman. She discusses the impact religion and anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric had on her mental health, self-worth, relationships,and healing journey—and what it took to finally choose authenticity over fear. This episode explores the importance of Pride celebrations,LGBTQ+ visibility, self-acceptance, and creating space for people whose coming-out journeys were complicated by faith, family expectations, and internalized shame. Tree also shares reflections on marriage, queer love, healing, and howcurrent anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and rhetoric continue to emotionally impact many people within the community. Through vulnerability, honesty, humor, and reflection, Treecreates a conversation for anyone who has ever felt torn between who they are and who they were taught they were supposed to be. Whether you are navigating your own identity journey,healing from religious conditioning, supporting someone you love, or learning to embrace yourself more fully, this episode is a reminder that authenticityand healing can coexist.   #PrideMonth #ComingOutStory #LGBTQPodcast#ReligiousTrauma #TreeTheLPC #SelfAwareAndFckedUp #QueerHealing#BlackQueerVoices #MentalHealthPodcast #Authenticity #LGBTQMentalHealth#LesbianVisibility #HealingJourney Connect with Tree: Website:www.uniquedestiny.org Website:www.mindingmyownmentalhealth.com FB:www.facebook.com/treethelpc IG:www.instagram.com/treethelpc TikTok:www.tiktok.com/@treethelpc To purchase the Minding my Own Mental Health Journal and other Unique DestinyMerch visit UniqueDestiny.org/shop

  8. Jun 10

    Finding Yourself

    What happens when life falls apart, and you’re forced to rediscover who you are? In this powerful episode of The Self Aware & FuckedUp Podcast, host Sandtrice Russell (Tree the LPC) sits down with Naomi Kreske, mindset and confidence coach, to explore the journey from survival mode to self-discovery. Naomi shares her personal story of navigating divorce, rebuilding her life, and learning how to stop merely surviving and start thriving. Together, Sandtrice and Naomi unpack the realities of self-awareness, healing from past wounds, overcoming self-doubt, and the uncomfortable but necessary work of letting go of toxic patterns and relationships. They also discuss manifestation, mindset shifts, and why true transformation requires more than positive thinking. It requires courage, intentional action, and a willingness to keep finding yourself. This conversation is for anyone who feels stuck, disconnected, overwhelmed, or like they’re standing at a crossroads, wondering what comes next. If you’re learning to trust yourself, reclaim your voice, and create a life that feels aligned with who you truly are, this episode will leave you with plenty of “aha” moments and practical inspiration. Tune in for an honest conversation about healing, self-awareness, resilience, and the lifelong journey of becoming yourself. #SelfAwareAndFckedUpPodcast #TreeTheLPC #NaomiKreske#SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth #MindsetShift #HealingJourney #WomenEmpowerment#Manifestation #LawOfAttraction #MentalHealthPodcast #LifeCoaching#ThrivingNotSurviving #KeepFindingYou Connect with Naomi: Website:www.keepfindingyou.com FB:Facebook IG:www.instagram.com/keepfindingu  To purchase the Minding my Own Mental Health Journal and other Unique Destiny Merch, visit UniqueDestiny.org/shop

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The Self-Aware and F****d Up Podcast™ is a candid and humorous exploration of self-improvement, mental health, and navigating the complexities of life. Hosted by Sandtrice D. Russell (Tree the LPC), the podcast offers a fresh perspective on personal growth, embracing imperfections, and finding humor in the messiness of life's challenges. Each episode dives into real and raw conversations about topics that resonate with many. With its mix of heartfelt moments, laugh-out-loud anecdotes, and valuable insights this podcast offers a refreshing take on self-help and personal development.

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  • Creator
    Sandtrice Russell
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    104
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Sandtrice Russell

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