Needy Mara Glatzel

How do you show up in times of contraction? Do you question why you’re tired or not feeling something? Do you try to force yourself to work the same ways you do in times of expansion?

In this solo episode, I share how I’m feeling after three expansive years of writing, editing, promoting, and launching my book. And I reflect on how I’m learning to manage the necessary period of contraction that has followed.

If you struggle to give yourself permission to embrace ease after times of great effort, this episode is for you.
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Examining how we show up when “it don’t come easy”Cutting ourselves some slack as we expand and contractFocusing on what’s coming easily and working well at the momentMeeting ourselves where we are in times of contractionGiving ourselves permission to say difficult things out loud and in the presence of other peopleResources...
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If you’re struggling to connect with your authentic self and prioritize what you need most, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

Today, I’m talking with Vasavi Kumar. Vasavi is a therapist, podcast host, and author of the book Say It Out Loud. As a first generation Indian immigrant raised in Long Island, New York, she has relentlessly searched to find her own voice, access the freedom of her creative spirit and help others along the way.

Together, we have a conversation that flows from Vasavi’s tough day and illustrates how important it is to say the thing you need to say out loud.

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Putting yourself and your needs first, even when you feel selfishThe comfort in being able to fall back on the power of your own voice when making hard decisionsProtecting your energy by showing up authenticallySpeaking out loud to ourselves as a way to recognize how we feel about the situations we’re inHang out with Devon...
Pre-Order Vasavi’s Book Say It Out LoudVisit Vasavi’s WebsiteFollow Vasavi on InstagramListen to the Say It Out Loud PodcastResources...
The Feelings WheelLove Needy? Pretty please subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a rating & review.
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How do we engage with our feelings without being overwhelmed by the multitude of our emotions?

In this episode, I’m joined by Devon Loftus, an author and writer who finds inspiration in the human experience. She believes that emotions are important messengers, a universal language of humanity that connects us to ourselves and others.

Together, we have a heartfelt conversation about processing our feelings in new and expansive ways. And Devon shares how she names, sits with, and says goodbye to her emotions.
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Unpacking how we “should” feel vs how we actually feelDevon’s favorite emotionsThe power in using our voices in a true & authentic wayBreaking down the often catch-all term of “tired”What it means to “say goodbye” to our emotions when we’re tempted to over-identify with themHang out with Devon...
Order Devon’s New Book DwellFollow Devon on InstagramVisit Devon’s WebsiteRead More from Devon with Her Newsletter on SubstackLearn More About Moon Cycle BakeryResources...
Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole by Susan CainLove Needy? Pretty please subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a rating & review.
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Taking time away, especially time away abroad, can feel impossible when we consider our busy, demanding lives. But if all we are is busy and in-demand, are we really experiencing life?

Today, I’m joined by Jane Reeves, and we discuss the importance of taking time away to have real, uninhibited, guiltless fun in a place where you can step away from the stressors of your daily life.

Jane is an international retreat leader, author, yoga and meditation teacher. She is also the founder of Radiant Jane retreats. She and her team lead retreats to Italy where guests experience restoration through the culture of Italy, art history, cuisine, self love, pleasure, laughter, connection, yoga and meditation while being surrounded by beauty.

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How stepping away can show us how much support we really haveHow Jane has seen people change post-pandemicFood as a healing community experienceA bit about the experiences we’ll have on the Italy tripRe-learning to receive and create retreat in our daily livesHang out with Jane...
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So much responsibility is placed on caregivers, including the heaviness of carrying the mental load. But you don’t have to be resigned to the overwhelm of domestic labor, and your family can be full of equitable relationships.

Today, I’m joined by Laura Danger for a long overdue conversation about the burden of being the default parent, the challenge of meeting your needs while caring for others, and how to handle renegotiating household norms.

Laura is a licensed educator coach, content creator, and certified Fair Play facilitator who has been facilitating and educating in Chicago for over 12 years. Laura facilitates workshops and retreats, coaches individuals and couples, and creates educational content in an effort to create a more equitable world.

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Routine as a foundation for taking care of yourselfBoundaries as relationship saviorsHow not asking is giving yourself a “no”Why both partners are responsible for the home, even if only one works outside itThe CIPE methodHang out with Laura...
Visit Laura’s WebsiteFollow Laura on InstagramLaura's favorite resources...
Nedra Tawwab’s book Set Boundaries, Find PeaceFollow Nedra Tawwab on InstagramFair Play Life — Website, Books, Documentary, and moreMother Brain by Chelsea CanaboyHow We Show Up by Mia BirdsongThe Mom Room podcast with Rene ReinaLove Needy? Pretty please subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a rating & review.

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It can be tempting to lean solely on ourselves when we’re struggling and to hide what we’re going through from the world. But what if that’s the opposite of what we need? And connection is the medicine necessary for healing?

Today, I’m joined by best-selling author Laura McKowen. Together we discuss how being honest about her needs helped her embrace sobriety and re-build her life.

Laura is the founder of The Luckiest Club, an international sobriety support community. She has been published in the New York Times and her work has been featured in The Atlantic, the Wall Street Journal, The Today Show, and more. Her second book, Push Off from Here: Nine Essential Truths to Get You Through Sobriety and Everything Else releases on March 7.

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How connection can help us work through addictionHow neediness can reflect back to us the truth of what we areBeing the piece of shit at the center of the universeThe strength in saying “I need you”Laura’s upcoming book and how it felt to write it with her needs in mindHang out with Laura...
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