Feeling Things with Amy & Kat

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Amy & Kat share an email from a listener working in a male dominated profession. She asked to remain anonymous and shared that a supervisor, in front of numerous other people, said he didn’t think that she should do a portion of her job because she is a woman. She didn’t say anything at the time and redirected the conversation, but she’d now like to talk with him about these comments in a non-confrontational way, so she wrote in asking for advice on how to do this in a productive manner. First off, Amy & Kat are proud of her for being able to hold composure after he said something so offensive and secondly, they’re glad she wants to have a conversation with this supervisor (because what he said is not okay!) They offer their advice and hopefully what they share (like the ‘sandwich technique’ and more) will be helpful to any of you that need to have a tough conversation. Book Recommendation: The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More By Jefferson Fisher Tomorrow 5/30 is the final day to get 25% off snail serum products. Click HERE and use code HAPPY25 for discount! Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // @KatVanburen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy calls her boyfriend demanding money...and let’s just say, if you need a laugh today, this moment delivers. The ‘Feeling of the Day’ is SHOCKED…times two: 1) Amy tells Kat about a strange experience from a school recital where the teacher outshined the kids!! 2) Have y'all heard about Financial Domination (aka FinDom) where people willingly give their money to strangers...just because they’re told to?? Amy & Kat also discuss influencers and authenticity (do they really wear the Amazon outfits they're pushing?), and they answer some listener questions from Instagram (like how they met & more!) Kat mentions the ‘Friendship Deck’ cards…click HERE to check them out! And click HERE for Snail Serum (and all of Amy’s Biopelle favorites) and use code: HAPPY25 to save 25% your order. FYI: 5/30 is the final day! Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // @KatVanburen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy and Kat respond to an email from a listener struggling with adult acne, shame, and the emotional toll it can take (especially when you're also a parent trying to set a good example for your kids!) They unpack the layers of conflicting feelings: the embarrassment of breakouts, the guilt for feeling bad about it, and the frustration of being stuck in that cycle. Kat offers a therapeutic lens on how to let two opposing truths coexist, and Amy shares some tips for surviving Accutane. Whether you’ve battled acne yourself or not, this episode is a reminder that our feelings are valid, even when they’re messy. Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // @KatVanburen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy kicks things off with Exhibit A for Kat: a very important tangerine (you’ll get it when you listen). Then they answer a listener's question about a line in their podcast theme song (Walker Hayes is a lyrical genius) and Amy shares a DM with explosive claims about the Karen Read trial. Kat’s Feeling of the Day is ‘Playful’ and she encourages us to randomly pretend we're on vacation to give your weekend date nights fresh new vibes. They close out with unhinged (but funny) parenting hacks from Instagram and share exciting news: until May 30th you can save 25% off of snail serum (see link & code below!) Click HERE for Snail Serum (and all of Amy’s Biopelle favorites) and use code: HAPPY25 to save 25% your order!! Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // @KatVanburen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy and Kat respond to a voicemail from a listener who just found out she’s pregnant, but instead of excitement, she’s overwhelmed with doubts about being a good mom to the stress of a husband deploying and starting PA school…she’s in full ‘future tripping’ mode!! Their advice? WTW: Wait to Worry (a simple acronym with a powerful perspective that Amy got from her boyfriend!) They also share an update from a listener who called in about the solo hike discussion, offering a reminder that some questions about your relationship might actually be support in disguise. Reminder: fear often just means……you care!! Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // @KatVanburen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy shares how it actually went when her boyfriend met her ex-husband (spoiler: strong handshakes were exchanged) and Kat breaks down the psychology behind why we deflect praise (especially as women) and shares tips for how to receive compliments without cringing (even if a compliment journal sounds weird). They also discuss the Karen Read trail (Body in the Snow), a couple of listener emails, how Kat got tricked into believing a very wrong fact about a particular body part, and more! Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // @KatVanburen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you do when someone you love is struggling and shutting you out? Amy and Kat respond to a heartfelt email from a college student whose roommate is battling an eating disorder. She’s heartbroken, overwhelmed, and unsure how to support her friend without completely losing herself in the process. Kat shares thoughts on grief, boundaries, and “wise compassion,” while Amy offers relatable encouragement for anyone stuck in the tension between wanting to help and setting boundaries, so you can focus on your own healing. This one’s for anyone who’s ever felt helpless in the face of someone else’s pain. Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // @KatVanburen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy shares the cringey thing she did (and why being annoyed with yourself can actually be helpful), while Kat explains the psychology behind why we start using the same phrases as our closest friends. Plus: a listener’s bird encounter with a powerful message, brainspotting 101, and what Amy & Kat would say to get out of jury duty. Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // @KatVanburen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy and Kat share a listener email from Julia in Wisconsin. Julia is getting ready to hike 1,200 miles solo (a dream she’s been chasing for years) and she’s tired of people asking what her husband thinks about it. Amy and Kat talk about how to respond when people project their fears or outdated ideas about relationships onto your dreams, and why you don’t need to defend living a big, brave life. There are way more interesting questions like: What is she going to eat? Will she hike with others she meets along the way? Where will she sleep? What if you encounter a bear? How often does her husband get to visit her? We hope this chat offers some encouragement for anyone working toward something others might not understand. You don’t need permission to be proud of yourself. Also, Kat gets an update from Amy on the Face Fitness trial that she signed up for at the first of April. Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // @KatVanburen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy and Kat dive into the important reminder that feelings aren’t facts. Yes, feelings give us information, but they don’t always tell us the whole truth. They also talk about why confusion might actually be a sign you're growing, why talking to yourself out loud is a good thing (according to science!), and how to build curiosity instead of judgment when emotions get messy. Plus: Amy shares a funny story about stretching, Kat breaks down what to do when a therapist gives you the ick, and a beautiful email about finding hope during a hard fertility journey Remember: your feelings are real…but you get to decide how much they drive the car!! Have the day you need to have! Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // @KatVanburen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

OUTWEIGH: In Part 2 of our series, Leanne dives deep into the brain science behind why we crave approval—and how that craving can become a constant chase for validation. From diet culture to social media to people-pleasing, we explore how the world wires us to outsource our self-worth. But we don’t have to stay stuck in that loop. You’ll learn what it looks like to reclaim your inner authority, quiet the external noise, and anchor into a worthiness that isn’t dependent on who accepts you or applauds you. HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington To learn more about re-wiring your brain to heal from the all-or-nothing diet mentality for good....but WITHOUT restricting yourself, punishing your body, (and definitely WITHOUT ever having to use words like macros, low-carb, or calorie burn) check out Leanne's FREE Stressless Eating Webinar @ www.StresslessEating.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy and Kat respond to an email from a listener navigating a tough post-divorce situation. Her ex-husband’s behavior (especially around their daughter’s upcoming wedding) is testing her patience. He hasn’t offered a dime to help, and their adult kids are pulling away from him for a long list of reasons. Now she’s asking: Do I stay in my lane… or finally say something? Amy and Kat talk through boundaries, money, and how to support your kids without taking responsibility for what someone else refuses to do. Plus, something fun: They play a voicemail from a listener who called in with advice about her own breast augmentation — a nice follow-up to last week’s listener question. We love when listeners help each other out! Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // @KatVanburen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy shares a personal story about the fears she had dating her boyfriend (a widower with three kids) and how her primal question of "Am I wanted?" came to the surface. Kat takes us through the emotion of gladness and why joy can sometimes feel just as scary as fear. Fear and gladness are the final 2 core feelings, so make sure to listen to the previous episodes if you missed the other 6 feelings. Per usual, Amy & Kat share the gifts and impairments of each emotion (including the feeling of the day!) Hope you enjoy the stories, therapy takeaways, and remember: if you have a “Lunch with Leslie” type situation pop up……it may just change your life!!!! Have the day (or feelings) you need to have! Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // @KatVanburen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

OUTWEIGH: We are kicking off a brand new series here on Outweigh with a truth most women never hear: you don’t have to love yourself first in order to feel worthy. In this powerful conversation, Leanne redefines worthiness—not as something you have to earn, hustle for, or feel 100% confident about—but as something you can reclaim right now. Even if self-love feels out of reach. Even if you still have doubts. This episode lays the foundation for a brain-based, heart-centered path to remembering your inherent worth… no perfection required. HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington To learn more about re-wiring your brain to heal from the all-or-nothing diet mentality for good....but WITHOUT restricting yourself, punishing your body, (and definitely WITHOUT ever having to use words like macros, low-carb, or calorie burn) check out Leanne's FREE Stressless Eating Webinar @ www.StresslessEating.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy & Kat are answering a question from a listener who’s considering a breast augmentation. She’s navigating that familiar tension of wanting to feel more confident in her body…while also wanting to accept it as it is. Kat (who happens to be a therapist specializing in body image) offers insight on how to explore the why behind a choice like this, the difference between need vs. want, and where body-based decisions can lead emotionally. Amy shares her own experience and they also touch on topics like: breast implant illness, the long-term reality of having implants, and what it looks like to make a confident, informed decision. Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // @KatVanburen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy & Kat are feeling embarrassed…and not just because Amy had to squat near tortillas at the grocery store to avoid peeing her pants. Amy & Kat also dig into 2 more core feelings: Shame and Guilt. They unpack the difference between the two (spoiler: they get confused a lot), share personal stories (both Amy & Kat have fertility journeys) and talking about how these feelings can actually guide growth and connection…when we let them. From awkward gym moments to mom guilt to deeper wounds around identity and worth, this episode is real, relatable, and kind of funny…in a vulnerable way. Enjoy and don’t forget to have the day you need to have! Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // @KatVanburen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

OUTWEIGH: In this episode of Outweigh, we’re diving deep into the science behind why food feels so powerful—and how to create the “Ozempic effect” naturally (using the power of your brain), without medication, side effects, or yo-yo weight regain. Leanne breaks down the brain’s food-seeking circuit, the hidden driver behind cravings, emotional eating, and that relentless mental chatter around food. You’ll learn why so many women regain weight after stopping Ozempic, why willpower has nothing to do with it, and most importantly—how to rewire your brain to work with you, not against you. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the cycle of losing and regaining weight, if you’ve struggled with cravings that feel impossible to resist, or if you’re tired of obsessing over food all day long—this episode is for you. Tune in as Leanne shares the exact three-step method to calm your brain’s food-seeking circuit, build new neural pathways, and finally break free from food obsession for good. HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington To learn more about re-wiring your brain to heal from the all-or-nothing diet mentality for good....but WITHOUT restricting yourself, punishing your body, (and definitely WITHOUT ever having to use words like macros, low-carb, or calorie burn) check out Leanne's FREE Stressless Eating Webinar @ www.StresslessEating.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy & Kat respond to a listener email from a mom who set firm boundaries with her husband’s family after ongoing disrespect. It’s been 2 years of no contact, but now her kids are starting to ask questions. How much do you tell them? How do you keep it age-appropriate? And how do you model healthy boundaries without blaming or bashing? Amy & Kat share thoughts, personal stories, and practical advice that applies to way more than just family drama! Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // @KatVanburen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back with 2 more core feelings: Sad & Angry! Plus, our feeling of the day: Energized (even though Amy wanted it to be “sore” because she’s on a sprinting-for-hormones journey!) Somehow childhood memories come up about naked pool parties + doors getting removed from hinges + blow up dolls + the infamous frog paper weight (with a very funny body part situation!!) Also: Amy and Kat both get real about what sadness & anger are trying to tell us, men crying, Amy’s face fitness scam saga continues, and the noise Kat has to navigate at her office while trying to do therapy with clients. Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // @KatVanburen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.