Unlonely with Dr. Jody Carrington

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We’re not in a mental health crisis... we’re in the midst of a loneliness epidemic. Psychologist and renowned speaker Dr. Jody Carrington knows that while we’ve never been more "connected," we’ve also never felt more alone. Unlonely is a mission to bridge that gap. This isn’t a clinical lecture; it’s a masterclass in reclaiming our humanity through the radical act of seeing one another. Every two weeks, Dr. Jody sits down with world-class thought leaders to tackle the visceral reality of workplace burnout, nervous system regulation, and the anxiety of a digital age. Through raw, unfiltered stories and tangible strategies, we explore why we disconnect - and exactly how we get back to each other. Whether you're navigating trauma-integrated leadership or the chaos of modern parenting, this is your permission slip to stop doing it all alone. Because understanding what it takes to become truly “unlonely” is the most urgent answer of our time. Join us every two weeks as we learn to walk each other home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 6d ago ·  Video

    She Had It All Together. Until She Didn’t. - Dr. Ify McKerlie, MD, FRCPC, DABR

    She had the career. The marriage. Two beautiful daughters. The confidence. The respect of her colleagues. From the outside, Dr. Ify looked like she had it ALL together. Behind the scenes, she was fighting for her life. In this deeply honest conversation, Dr. Ify shares what happened when a devastating chapter in her life brought her face-to-face with depression, suicidal thoughts, medication, therapy and the stigma that can make even the most educated, accomplished people believe mental illness is something that happens to someone else. We talk about what it means to be the strong one. The woman with high standards. The physician who spends her days caring for other people while quietly falling apart herself. And we talk about what helped bring her back: family. Faith. Medication. Therapy. Her “army.” Purpose. And finally allowing herself to be seen. Because here's the thing, my loves: you can be wildly successful and still be struggling. You can be the person everybody depends on and still need somebody to hold you. You can know ALL the things about mental health and still have a hard time recognizing it when the darkness belongs to you. And sometimes the bravest thing we can do is stop pretending we've got it all together. This conversation is about mental health, yes but it's also about judgment, courage, women owning their voices, finding your people, and what becomes possible when we finally tell the truth about the hard chapters. We were never meant to do any of this alone. This one matters. Listen to the latest episode of Unlonely wherever you get your podcasts. Follow Dr. Ify Here: @drifywomenshealth drifywomenshealth.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    She Had It All Together. Until She Didn’t. - Dr. Ify McKerlie, MD, FRCPC, DABR

  2. Oct 22 ·  Video

    Why Are We Too Busy to Eat Together? - Ryann Morris

    We feed our families every day. But when was the last time we actually slowed down and ate together? Between hockey practices, work trips, and whatever the hell we’re supposed to make for dinner, feeding ourselves can become one more thing to get through. And somewhere in all that rushing, we miss the chance to be with each other. This week, I’m joined by Ayurvedic chef and Food Brilliance founder Ryann Morris to talk about what happens when we make room for connection in the kitchen. After complications from a routine surgery led to years of health struggles, Ryann found her way to culinary school and a different relationship with food. She shares that journey, her approach to cooking, and the joy she finds growing and sharing food with her community. We also get into parenting teenagers who think we know absolutely nothing, the pressure to do everything well, and why involving someone in making a meal can matter as much as sitting down to eat it. There’s dancing in the kitchen, a community garden full of characters, and three teenage boys making brownies in my house at three in the morning. The meal doesn’t have to be perfect. Let someone roll out the dough. Ask about the recipe they grew up with. Put on a song while you do the dishes. There are so many ordinary moments where we can find each other again. In this episode: How Ryann’s health struggles changed her relationship with food.Her Ayurvedic approach to cooking and paying attention to your body.Moving beyond “good food” and “bad food.”Getting teenagers involved in the kitchen.How shared meals carry memories, culture, and family stories.Making room for joy and connection in a busy household.Ryann’s documentary, Food Is Everything. Your invitation this week: dance in your kitchen. Let your kids roll their eyes. You might be making a memory they’ll keep. Links and resources https://www.foodbrilliance.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MkE-eS-iU_U https://www.drjodycarrington.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Why Are We Too Busy to Eat Together? - Ryann Morris

  3. Oct 15 ·  Video

    Why Men Struggle to Talk About Their Mental Health - Samir Mourani

    If you’ve ever wondered why so many men struggle to say what they feel, this conversation will hit home. Dr. Jody talks with Samir Mourani about men’s mental health, grief, masculinity, fatherhood, and the trauma that gets carried quietly from one generation to the next. Samir shares the impact of his family’s experience fleeing civil war in Lebanon, his father’s PTSD and anger, losing his dad just before becoming a father himself, and what that has changed in the way he sees men, boys, and emotional connection. They also unpack loneliness, why vulnerability can’t be manufactured, what Samir has learned through Gent’s Talk, and how honest conversation becomes a lifeline when people are starved for real connection. You’ll hear practical insight on what boys actually need, why one conversation is never enough, and how we build cultures at home, at school, and at work where men don’t have to carry everything alone. They also touch on burnout and Samir’s wellness-workspace project, Balance, designed to help people regulate without having to choose between their health and their work. Follow Samir Here: @samirmourani Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Why Men Struggle to Talk About Their Mental Health - Samir Mourani

  4. Oct 8 ·  Video

    What If You’re Not Burned Out, Just Heartbroken?

    What if you're not burned out? What if you're heartbroken? In this deeply personal solo episode, I share the story of climbing onto a mechanical bull at 50 years old (against all better judgment), and the unexpected lesson it taught me about grief, joy, aging, and what it means to be truly bone-tired. As I work on my upcoming book, The Best in Us, I explore a powerful question: Are we really burned out—or are we carrying heartbreak that we've never made space to acknowledge? From losing my dad, navigating menopause, and feeling disconnected from joy, to recognizing how grief shows up as exhaustion, cynicism, numbness, and disconnection, this little monologue is a reminder that maybe there's nothing wrong with us. Maybe we're just carrying too much. Maybe what we need isn't another productivity hack, morning routine, or life optimization strategy. Maybe what we need is connection. A little more grace. A little more time to feel. And a little more permission to be human. If you've been feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, disconnected, or like you're just trying to keep your head above water, this episode is for you. Take a breath. Give yourself some space. And remember: you don't have to earn rest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. Oct 1 ·  Video

    How Do We Build Community When the World Feels So Divided? - Arndrea Waters King

    What if your legacy isn’t something you leave behind…but something you practice every single day? This conversation with the incomprable Arndrea Waters King stopped me in my tracks. Because in a world that feels divided, heavy, and overwhelming…the answer isn’t bigger platforms or louder voices. It’s this:  Leave things just a little better than you found them Choose connection over division And remember… you matter more than you think you do We talked about legacy, loneliness, allyship, and what it really means to lead with love—not the soft kind… the powerful kind. The kind that says: “I may not fully understand your path, but I see you. And I’m walking with you.” Because this isn’t about perfection. It’s not about getting it right every time. It’s about showing up. Being curious. And taking responsibility for the kind of world we’re creating together. And maybe the most important reminder of all: Service isn’t just what we do… it’s who we become. If the world feels heavy right now, this one’s for you. Go listen. Sit with it. And then ask yourself: What’s one small way I can make things better today? Follow Arndrea Here: https://x.com/ArndreaKing https://www.instagram.com/arndreaking_official/ https://www.facebook.com/arndreawatersking/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    How Do We Build Community When the World Feels So Divided? - Arndrea Waters King

  6. Sep 24 ·  Video

    How to Stop Taking People’s Behavior So Personally - Jesse Lipscombe

    What if the people who hurt us are also the people who heal us? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Jody sits down with actor, speaker, community leader, and all-around remarkable human Jesse Lipscombe to talk about empathy, resilience, hope, and what it means to truly see another person. From growing up in a mixed-faith household to navigating racism, parenting, acting, and life in a rapidly changing world, Jesse shares the lessons that have shaped the way he understands humanity and why he refuses to give up on people. Together, Jody and Jesse explore: Why empathy is one of the bravest things we can practiceWhat acting teaches us about human connectionHow relationships can both wound us and heal usWhy play is essential at every ageThe difference between toxic positivity and genuine hopeWhat it means to stay soft in a world that often asks us to harden This episode is a reminder that people are hard to hate up close. That every person is carrying a story we can't see. And that hope isn't something we find, it's something we choose. If you've been feeling discouraged by the state of the world lately, this conversation might be exactly what your heart needs. Follow Jesse Here: https://www.instagram.com/thelipscombe/ https://ca.linkedin.com/in/lipscombe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    How to Stop Taking People’s Behavior So Personally - Jesse Lipscombe

  7. Jul 23

    This Is Why You Lose Arguments: Even When You’re Right - Rebecca Zung

    What do you do when you feel unheard…misunderstood…or completely shut down in a conversation that matters? This episode with Rebecca Zung is a game-changer. Because the truth is, most of us were never taught how to navigate high-conflict situations. We either shut down… or we explode. And neither works. In this conversation, we dive into what it actually takes to: Stay regulated when everything feels intense Be heard in conversations where you’ve felt invisible And negotiate from a place of power—not panic Because here’s the shift: It’s not about controlling the other person…It’s about learning how to lead yourself first. And when you do that? Everything changes. This one is for: – The people navigating hard relationships – The ones stuck in conflict at work or at home – And anyone who’s ever thought, “Why can’t I just say what I mean and be understood?” You can. You just need a roadmap. Go listen and take your power back. Follow Rebecca Here: https://www.facebook.com/rebeccazung/ https://x.com/rebeccazung https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnhT4fBE1OWOn7c0Quxdf4w https://www.instagram.com/rebeccazung/ https://vm.tiktok.com/ZSeqgmeWa/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    This Is Why You Lose Arguments: Even When You’re Right - Rebecca Zung

  8. Jul 9

    This Is Why Your Team Isn’t Listening to You - DeDe Halfhill

    What if leadership isn’t about having the answers…but about understanding what’s happening underneath the behavior? In this conversation with the amazing DeDe Halfhill, we go deep into what most leaders miss: You can’t fix what you can’t see And what you can’t see is often emotion Fear. Uncertainty. The question every human is quietly asking: “Do I still matter?” This episode challenged me in the best way because it’s not about being “soft”…It’s about being effective. Because when leaders ignore emotion, everything gets harder. But when they learn to name it, hold it, and lead through it…everything changes. This is the kind of conversation that stays with you. Listen in if you care about: – Real leadership (not performative leadership) – Emotional intelligence that actually drives results – Leading humans… not just managing outcomes And maybe the most important reminder of all: We don’t lose our ability to be great, we lose access to it. Follow DeDe Here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dedehalfhill/ https://www.instagram.com/dedehalfhill/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    This Is Why Your Team Isn’t Listening to You - DeDe Halfhill
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We’re not in a mental health crisis... we’re in the midst of a loneliness epidemic. Psychologist and renowned speaker Dr. Jody Carrington knows that while we’ve never been more "connected," we’ve also never felt more alone. Unlonely is a mission to bridge that gap. This isn’t a clinical lecture; it’s a masterclass in reclaiming our humanity through the radical act of seeing one another. Every two weeks, Dr. Jody sits down with world-class thought leaders to tackle the visceral reality of workplace burnout, nervous system regulation, and the anxiety of a digital age. Through raw, unfiltered stories and tangible strategies, we explore why we disconnect - and exactly how we get back to each other. Whether you're navigating trauma-integrated leadership or the chaos of modern parenting, this is your permission slip to stop doing it all alone. Because understanding what it takes to become truly “unlonely” is the most urgent answer of our time. Join us every two weeks as we learn to walk each other home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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