Let's Talk About It with Lori Streator

Have you ever felt like you couldn't add anything else to your to-do list? Like too many people needed your attention? Or you couldn't possibly make another decision? If you've ever felt the feeling of overwhelm, this one's for you! Let's break it down to understand where it comes from... and then, I have the one question for you that'll pull you out of overwhelm and help you move on with your day! Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to leave a review and send it to a friend. Your support will help this podcast grow and reach more people! 🎧 Subscribe now and tune in weekly for more real-life conversations about mental health. FOLLOW follow me: @loristreator follow my practice: @solairetherapy DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not intended for diagnostic or treatment purposes and is for educational use only. It is not to be used in place of therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, please reach out to the nearest appropriate professional.

When we think about building a new habit, we tend to think about what we have to "give up" in order to get a result. If you're trying to eat better and lose weight, a lot of the frustration comes from thinking you have to restrict yourself from certain foods in order to eat better. But restrictions cause us to see our goal as negative, which can be a reason we don't follow through. Looking at your habits and what you'd like to change, from a perspective of addition instead of subtraction can dramatically shift your results! Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to leave a review and send it to a friend. Your support will help this podcast grow and reach more people! 🎧 Subscribe now and tune in weekly for more real-life conversations about mental health. FOLLOW follow me: @loristreator follow my practice: @solairetherapy DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not intended for diagnostic or treatment purposes and is for educational use only. It is not to be used in place of therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, please reach out to the nearest appropriate professional.

We know WHAT to do... it's the doing that can be difficult. Creating change is all about forming new habits and recognizing what you have to "undo." Today I'm breaking down the concept of change and giving you some freedom in the way you think about it! Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to leave a review and send it to a friend. Your support will help this podcast grow and reach more people! 🎧 Subscribe now and tune in weekly for more real-life conversations about mental health. FOLLOW follow me: @loristreator follow my practice: @solairetherapy DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not intended for diagnostic or treatment purposes and is for educational use only. It is not to be used in place of therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, please reach out to the nearest appropriate professional.

Our self-doubt can effect how we live our lives and it's time to change that! We all have times when we lack confidence, but if this is an area that you struggle then this episode is for you. Today we're talking about how outside opinions impact our ability to move forward and whose opinion matters more. Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to leave a 5-star review and send it to a friend. Your support will help this podcast grow and reach more people! 🎧 Subscribe now and tune in weekly for more real-life conversations about mental health. FOLLOW follow me: @loristreator follow my practice: @solairetherapy DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not intended for diagnostic or treatment purposes and is for educational use only. It is not to be used in place of therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, please reach out to the nearest appropriate professional.

Do you worry that you're not doing enough? That other people always seem to be ahead of you? Do you live a life of constantly wanting more; more money, more happiness, more success? Then this one's for you! We're tackling the idea of not thinking we're doing enough and helping you recognize where it comes from. Because once you can identify what's causing it, then you can do something about it and start to make a shift! Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to leave a review and send it to a friend. Your support will help this podcast grow and reach more people! 🎧 Subscribe now and tune in weekly for more real-life conversations about mental health. FOLLOW follow me: @loristreator follow my practice: @solairetherapy DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not intended for diagnostic or treatment purposes and is for educational use only. It is not to be used in place of therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, please reach out to the nearest appropriate professional.

Have you ever wondered why an event can make you so angry or stressed while someone else can be calm as a cucumber? It's because problems are subjective and depend on our own response! Today we're talking about a fresh way to look at problems and how to solve whatever comes your way. It's always beneficial to practice moving from dwelling and stressing to a solution-focused mindset. Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to leave a review and send it to a friend. Your support will help this podcast grow and reach more people! 🎧 Subscribe now and tune in weekly for more real-life conversations about mental health. FOLLOW follow me: @loristreator follow my practice: @solairetherapy DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not intended for diagnostic or treatment purposes and is for educational use only. It is not to be used in place of therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, please reach out to the nearest appropriate professional.

Decision-making is like a muscle, the more you use it, the stronger it gets. We make choices every day, but when it comes to the big ones - changing jobs, leaving relationships, or starting something new - the process can feel paralyzing. In this episode, I explore the two core reasons we struggle to make decisions: lack of clarity and fear. You'll learn how these mental blocks show up in your life, why they keep you stuck in indecision, and what you can do to build confidence in your ability to choose. If you've been stuck in overthinking, waiting for the "perfect time," or second-guessing yourself, this episode will help you move from analysis paralysis to confident action. In This Episode: Why decision-making feels harder with big life changes The two biggest obstacles to clear, confident decisions Steps to strengthen your decision-making "muscle" Book Reference: 'Without Guilt and Justice: From Decidophobia to Autonomy' by Walter Kaufmann Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to leave a 5-star review and send it to a friend. Your support will help this podcast grow and reach more people! 🎧 Subscribe now and tune in weekly for more real-life conversations about mental health. FOLLOW follow me: @loristreator follow my practice: @solairetherapy DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not intended for diagnostic or treatment purposes and is for educational use only. It is not to be used in place of therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, please reach out to the nearest appropriate professional.

Handing a flashlight to someone who's in the dark may not be the most effective way to help them. Today we're talking about what to do when someone you care about is struggling. There's no right or wrong way to offer support, but changing a few words in our approach can often make all the difference! Sometimes we want to fix things or "hand them the flashlight" … but real support often looks softer, slower, and more human. I want to help you shift your language, your approach, and your energy so you can be present, compassionate, and helpful, without trying to rescue, solve or "fix" someone who's struggling. If you've ever wondered how to truly help a friend, partner, or loved one through a tough season, this episode is your guide to showing up with empathy. "Nothing hurts more than seeing someone I care about hurting." Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to leave a review and send it to a friend. Your support will help this podcast grow and reach more people! 🎧 Subscribe now and tune in weekly for more real-life conversations about mental health. FOLLOW follow me: @loristreator follow my practice: @solairetherapy DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not intended for diagnostic or treatment purposes and is for educational use only. It is not to be used in place of therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, please reach out to the nearest appropriate professional.

In this episode, I'm challenging one of the biggest lies in the health & wellness industry - the idea that you're broken. I want to share the approach I use with clients to help them heal without shame or self-judgment, and how believing you're broken can actually keep you stuck in the same patterns you're trying to escape. You'll learn why the "fix yourself" mentality can backfire, and what real, sustainable growth looks like. If you've ever felt like you're constantly "working on yourself" but never feeling better, this will help you rethink your approach to healing. Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to leave a review and send it to a friend. Your support will help this podcast grow and reach more people! 🎧 Subscribe now and tune in weekly for more real-life conversations about mental health. FOLLOW follow me: @loristreator follow my practice: @solairetherapy DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not intended for diagnostic or treatment purposes and is for educational use only. It is not to be used in place of therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, please reach out to the nearest appropriate professional.

If worrying about what others think is holding you back, you're not alone. In this episode, join me as I unpack the reason we care so much about others' opinions...and how to break free from that mental trap. Learn simple mindset shifts to quiet the fear of judgment and start showing up more confidently in your life, work, and relationships. Instagram @LoriStreator Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to leave a review and send it to a friend. Your support will help this podcast grow and reach more people! 🎧 Subscribe now and tune in for more real-life conversations about mental health. DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not intended for diagnostic or treatment purposes and is for educational use only. It is not to be used in place of therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, please reach out to the nearest appropriate professional.