13. Self-Worth: Why Other People’s Labels Still Control You

13. Self-Worth: Why Other People’s Labels Still Control You

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Amplify Hope Today, Simon T. Bailey shares his journey through rejection, identity struggles, childhood labels, depression, and a near-suicide attempt as a teenager. From being called hyperactive in school to hearing words that nearly destroyed his sense of self-worth, Simon reveals how damaging labels can shape our lives and why reclaiming our identity is one of the most important acts of personal growth. This episode explores: • Mental health and men's mental health awareness • Suicide prevention and hope for those struggling • Self-worth, confidence, and identity development • Overcoming rejection, criticism, and limiting beliefs • Personal growth, resilience, and emotional wellness • Positive psychology and gratitude practices • Leadership, fatherhood, and legacy Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, self-doubt, or simply trying to become the best version of yourself, this conversation offers practical encouragement and hope. Resources Mentioned: • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline • ManTherapy.org • Gratitude practices inspired by Dr. Martin Seligman • Research from Richard Reeves and Scott Galloway If this message resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need encouragement today. ----------------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow [http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow] Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808] Listen on  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551 [https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551] STAY CONNECTED Follow Simon at: Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/ [https://www.simontbailey.com/] Instagram: @SimonTBailey LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey [http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey] Follow our podcast at: Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/ [https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/] Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday ----------------------------------------------------- Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show. Sponsored by: Hi Hello Labs Produced at: Hi Hello Labs Learn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/

12. Why Successful Men Secretly Feel Like Failures

Have you ever felt like life damaged you beyond repair? In this emotional and deeply vulnerable Season 2 premiere of Amplified Hope Today, Simon T. Bailey shares a powerful message about self-worth, healing, masculinity, emotional health, and overcoming the lie that you are “not enough.”Using the metaphor of a dented can, Simon opens up about painful moments in his life including dropping out of college, struggling financially, divorce after 25 years of marriage, therapy, father wounds, low self-esteem, and the pressure many men feel to hide their emotions while silently carrying stress, anxiety, and shame. This episode explores:• Why so many men struggle with low self-worth • The emotional impact of divorce, failure, and rejection • Healing from father wounds and generational pain • The importance of therapy and emotional vulnerability • Why successful people still feel “not enough” • How shame affects leadership, relationships, and confidence • Building meaningful male friendships and support systems • Rewriting the internal narrative that says you are broken • Practical steps toward healing, forgiveness, and emotional growth Simon also shares powerful insights on purpose, masculinity, mental health, emotional intelligence, and what it means to truly heal instead of simply perform. If you are navigating anxiety, depression, emotional exhaustion, divorce recovery, identity struggles, or simply trying to rediscover your worth, this conversation will encourage and challenge you. ----------------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on YouTube:  http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow [http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow] Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808]  Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551 [https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551] STAY CONNECTED Follow Simon at: Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/ [https://www.simontbailey.com/] Instagram: @SimonTBailey LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey [http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey] Follow our podcast at: Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/ [https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/] Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday ----------------------------------------------------- Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show. Learn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/

11. Stop Overthinking and Finally Trust Yourself with Dawn Mariotti

Are you stuck in overthinking, self-doubt, or constantly waiting until you feel “ready” to take action? In this episode of Amplify Hope Today, we sit down with mindset coach and author Dawn Mariotti to break down how to trust your intuition, overcome fear, and finally move forward with confidence. Dawn shares her journey from struggling with learning disabilities and self-doubt to writing her books The Mindset Shift and You Already Know, and how she transformed her identity to step into the life she always dreamed of. In this conversation, we cover: * How to overcome self-doubt and stop second-guessing yourself * Why overthinking keeps you stuck (and how to break the cycle) * How to build self-trust through small daily habits * The truth about “feeling ready” and why action comes first * How to listen to your intuition and trust your gut decisions * Practical mindset shifts to move from fear to confidence If you’ve been consuming courses, information, or advice but still feel stuck… this episode will challenge you to stop preparing and start doing. Because clarity doesn’t come before action. It comes from it. ----------------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow [http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow] Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808] Listen on  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551 [https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551] STAY CONNECTED Follow Simon at: Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/ [https://www.simontbailey.com/] Instagram: @SimonTBailey LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey [http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey] Follow Sherri at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9 [https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9]? Follow our podcast at: Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/ [https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/] Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday ----------------------------------------------------- Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show. Sponsored by: Hi Hello Labs Produced at: Hi Hello Labs Learn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/

10. Feeling Stuck? Let Go and Trust God Instead

Are you struggling to let go of control and trust God with your life? In this powerful episode of Amplify Hope Today, we dive into what it really means to surrender your plans, release anxiety, and trust that God’s plan is better than anything you could design yourself. Sherry shares how one simple mindset shift—“I only want for me what God wants for me”—completely transformed her life after loss, grief, and years of feeling stuck. Simon opens up about his own journey through disappointment, comparison, and learning to release control. This episode is for anyone who: • Feels stuck in life or unsure of their next step • Is battling anxiety, fear, or the need to control outcomes • Is walking through grief, transition, or identity shifts • Wants to deepen their faith and trust in God’s plan You’ll learn: • How to surrender control and trust God daily • Why forgiveness is essential for moving forward • How to identify and release what you’re holding onto • The connection between fear, stress, and control • Practical steps to experience peace, freedom, and clarity This conversation blends faith, personal growth, and real-life experiences to help you move from striving to surrender—and from fear to freedom. If you’ve ever asked, “Why isn’t my life going according to plan?”—this episode will give you a new perspective. ----------------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow [http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow] Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808]  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551 [https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551] STAY CONNECTED Follow Simon at: Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/ [https://www.simontbailey.com/] Instagram: @SimonTBailey LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey [http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey] Follow Sherri at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9 [https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9]? Follow our podcast at: Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/ [https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/] Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday ----------------------------------------------------- Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show. Sponsored by: Hi Hello Labs Produced at: Hi Hello Labs Learn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/

9. Fix Communications Issues Before it’s too late

Why do relationships fail—even when there’s no major betrayal? In this episode of Amplify Hope Today, we sit down with licensed psychotherapist Colette Fehr, author of The Cost of Quiet, to break down the hidden patterns that slowly destroy connection in relationships. We explore: * Why emotional disconnection is the real cause of most relationship breakdowns * The danger of conflict avoidance and “keeping the peace” * How childhood trauma and attachment styles impact communication * The pursuer vs. withdrawer dynamic in relationships * How to express your needs without causing conflict * The “address, share, repair” framework for healthy communication * Why small conversations matter more than big ones * How to rebuild trust, emotional safety, and intimacy Whether you’re navigating marriage, friendships, parenting, or leadership, this episode will give you practical tools to communicate better, resolve conflict, and build stronger relationships. ---------------------------------------------------- If you would like to stay connected with our guest please see the following: Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/colettejanefehr/ [https://www.instagram.com/colettejanefehr/] Website: https://www.colettejanefehr.com [https://www.colettejanefehr.com/] ----------------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on YouTube:   http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow [http://www.youtube.com/@AmplifyHopeTodayShow] Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485?i=1000752112808] Listen on  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551 [https://open.spotify.com/show/1OJS29kGxgcYTJnzZCoehb?si=b36e8692245b4551] STAY CONNECTED Follow Simon at: Website: https://www.simontbailey.com/ [https://www.simontbailey.com/] Instagram: @SimonTBailey LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey [http://linkedin.com/in/simontbailey] Follow Sherri at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9 [https://www.facebook.com/sherri.wear.9]? Follow our podcast at: Website: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/ [https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/] Instagram: @AmplifyHopeToday ----------------------------------------------------- Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show. Sponsored by: Hi Hello Labs Produced at: Hi Hello Labs Learn More: https://www.amplifyhopetoday.com/