Amy Inspires

Amy Kucherawy, David Kucherawy
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Exploring everyday life through a psychologist's lens-with insight, curiosity, and inspiration.

Episodes

  1. 2d ago

    Procrastination: Why we Put Things Off and How to Get Started

    Ever find yourself putting off something you know you need to do, even when you know you’ll feel better once it’s done? Procrastination isn’t always about being lazy or having poor time management. Sometimes it’s about avoiding uncomfortable feelings, fear of failure, perfectionism, or simply feeling overwhelmed. In this episode, we’ll explore the psychology behind procrastination, why we get stuck in the cycle of avoidance, and practical strategies to help us stop putting things off and start taking action. Because sometimes you don’t need to feel ready or motivated. You just need to begin!

  2. Oct 23

    Resilience: How Do We Get Back Up?

    Life doesn't Always go according to plan, and resilience isn't about being strong all the time. In this episode, we explore how to navigate life's challenges, be kinder to ourselves when things get hard, and find our way forward one small step at a time. Because sometimes resilience isn't about bouncing back, It's about finding our footing somewhere new.

  3. Oct 16

    Getting Out of Your Own Way

    Sometimes the biggest thing standing between us and the life we want is... us. In this episode, we'll explore the ways self-doubt, overthinking, perfectionism, fear, and old habits can quietly hold us back. And how we can stop fighting ourselves and start getting on our own side.

  4. Oct 7

    Stress: When life feels like too much

    Stress is something we all experience, but what exactly is happening in our minds and bodies when we feel stressed? In this episode, we’ll explore the difference between helpful and harmful stress, why our bodies respond the way they do, and some practical ways to manage stress and create more space for recovery.

  5. Oct 1

    You fell off the wagon? Now what?

    We all get off track sometimes. Maybe you miss a workout, lose your motivation, or fall back into an old habit. In this episode, we’ll talk about why falling off doesn’t mean you’ve failed—and how to stop one setback from becoming a reason to give up. Sometimes the most important step isn’t starting; it’s starting again.

  6. Sep 25

    Building Better Habits: Small Steps, Lasting Change

    Motivation comes and goes, but habits can help us keep moving forward. In this episode, we explore how habits are formed and how small, consistent changes can lead to lasting change. We’ll also look at cues, rewards, and dopamine—and how to make new habits easier to stick with.

  7. Sep 16

    You Don't Need Motivation

    Ever find yourself saying, “I just don’t have the motivation”? What if motivation isn’t actually what you’re missing?In this episode of Amy Inspires, we take a closer look at what motivation really is—and what it isn’t. We’ll talk about why waiting until you feel motivated can keep you stuck, how taking action can actually create motivation, and why making your goals smaller, building habits, and finding your deeper “why” can help you keep moving forward.We’ll also explore the difference between motivation, discipline, and habits, the role of delayed gratification, and why a lack of motivation doesn’t mean you’re lazy or incapable.Sometimes, you don’t need to feel ready. You just need to take the first small step.

  8. Sep 7

    Take the Chance: Doing Hard Things Anyway

    Change can be hard—especially when it means stepping outside our comfort zone and risking failure. In this first episode of Amy Inspires, I talk about why I finally decided to take a chance on something I’ve wanted to do for years: starting a podcast. We’ll explore what holds us back from making changes, and some practical ways to make those difficult things feel a little more doable—from finding your why and setting goals to accountability, support, rewards, and learning to be okay with failure. Because sometimes, taking the chance is the most important part. Produced and Managed by David Kucherawy

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Exploring everyday life through a psychologist's lens-with insight, curiosity, and inspiration.

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  • Creator
    Amy Kucherawy, David Kucherawy
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Amy Kucherawy, David Kucherawy
  • Show Website
    Amy Inspires