Grief, Shame, and the Systems We're Living In

The Question Beneath Everything: Am I Only Valuable When…?

What if the beliefs driving your relationships, work, and self-esteem can be traced back to one question? In this solo episode, Malisa Hepner explores the moments that taught her to equate worth with competence, achievement, and taking care of others. She shares stories from her childhood, reflects on the unexpected evolution of Emotionally Unavailable, and examines how inherited narratives shape the way we move through the world. A thoughtful conversation about identity, belonging, and what happens when we stop trying to earn our value. The stories that once helped us survive can quietly become the rules we live by. Recognizing those stories is often the first step toward freedom. * Emotionally Unavailable is produced 100% in-house. No team, just me and my love for yapping and helping others. If this show has ever helped you in any way and you want to give back, here is your chance to help it keep going strong. Subscribe to the patreon, grab some merch or get a workbook! I appreciate you all. Subscribe to Emotionally Unavailable's Patreon! * $5 - Early Ad free episodes + Occasional other goodies! * $10 - Benefits listed above and access to growing voice library support for spiraling/overthinking (along with workbooks and practices) * $30 - Deeper work and group spaces https://patreon.com/Emotionallyunavailablepodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink [https://patreon.com/Emotionallyunavailablepodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink] Want to be a guest on Emotionally Unavailable? Send Malisa Hepner a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1739504718415772259d92bc1 [https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1739504718415772259d92bc1] https://linktr.ee/Mdhepner [https://linktr.ee/Mdhepner]

Perspective, Ego & the Stories We Tell Ourselves

In this solo episode, host, Malisa Hepner, reflects on perspective and the powerful role our internal narratives play in shaping our experiences. Drawing from recent conversations and personal insights, she explores the relationship between ego, resilience, self-awareness, and the stories we create about ourselves and others. Through candid storytelling and thoughtful reflection, Malisa shares lessons on navigating emotional triggers, embracing different perspectives, and finding growth in life's most challenging moments. Growth often begins when we become curious about the stories we're telling ourselves. By learning to regulate our emotions, consider new perspectives, and recognize the influence of ego, we create space for deeper understanding, stronger relationships, and a more authentic connection to ourselves. * Emotionally Unavailable is produced 100% in-house. No team, just me and my love for yapping and helping others. If this show has ever helped you in any way, here is your chance to help it keep going strong. Subscribe to the patreon, grab some merch or get a workbook! I appreciate you all. Subscribe to Emotionally Unavailable's Patreon! * $5 - Early Ad free episodes + Occasional other goodies! * $10 - Benefits listed above and access to growing voice library support for spiraling/overthinking (along with workbooks and practices) * $30 - Deeper work and group spaces https://patreon.com/Emotionallyunavailablepodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink [https://patreon.com/Emotionallyunavailablepodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink] Want to be a guest on Emotionally Unavailable? Send Malisa Hepner a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1739504718415772259d92bc1 [https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1739504718415772259d92bc1] https://linktr.ee/Mdhepner [https://linktr.ee/Mdhepner]

Feeling Crazy, Codependency & Healing: Trauma, Boundaries and Finding Yourself Again

Feeling Crazy, Codependency & Healing: Trauma, Boundaries and Finding Yourself Again Host, Malisa Hepner is back again with Dr. Sarah Michaud, Clinical Psychologis, as they explore the complex realities of trauma, codependency, addiction, and mental health. Together, they unpack what it means to feel "crazy" in the aftermath of difficult experiences, how unhealthy relationship dynamics develop, and the role boundaries play in healing. Through personal stories, professional insight, and practical strategies, this episode offers hope, validation, and tools for anyone working to reconnect with themselves and create healthier relationships. Healing often begins when we stop judging our reactions and start understanding the experiences that shaped them. By developing self-awareness, practicing healthy boundaries, and extending compassion toward ourselves, we can break old patterns, strengthen our relationships, and move toward a more grounded and authentic life. * Emotionally Unavailable is produced 100% in-house. No team, just me and my love for yapping and helping others. If this show has ever helped you in any way, here is your chance to help it keep going strong. Subscribe to the patreon, grab some merch or get a workbook! I appreciate you all. Subscribe to Emotionally Unavailable's Patreon! * $5 - Early Ad free episodes + Occasional other goodies! * $10 - Benefits listed above and access to growing voice library support for spiraling/overthinking (along with workbooks and practices) * $30 - Deeper work and group spaces https://patreon.com/Emotionallyunavailablepodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink [https://patreon.com/Emotionallyunavailablepodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink] Want to be a guest on Emotionally Unavailable? Send Malisa Hepner a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1739504718415772259d92bc1 [https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1739504718415772259d92bc1] https://linktr.ee/Mdhepner [https://linktr.ee/Mdhepner] Dr. Sarah's links: Website [http://drsarahmichaud.com/], Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@leavingcrazytown] Last time Sarah was on the show: Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/03GAca0kfA9UcjTh8hVXRw?si=jUJWUfJ4QRaIyil-zvX71A], Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/codependency-addiction-recovery-breaking-patterns-in/id1743753206?i=1000764394336]

From Grief to Relief: Finding Hope, Unexpected Breakthroughs & Life After Loss

In this heartfelt solo episode, Malisa Hepner reflects on a week filled with unexpected relief after months of carrying profound grief following the loss of her son, Jake. She shares meaningful moments that have brought comfort, and the emotional complexity of holding both sorrow and gratitude at the same time. Through honest storytelling, Malisa explores manifestation, resilience, healing, and what it means to remain open to hope when life begins offering small moments of relief amid heartbreak. Grief and relief are not opposites. Healing often arrives in unexpected ways, reminding us that even in our darkest seasons, it is possible to carry love, loss, hope, and gratitude all at once. * Emotionally Unavailable is produced 100% in-house. No team, just me and my love for yapping and helping others. If this show has ever helped you in any way, here is your chance to help it keep going strong. Subscribe to the patreon, grab some merch or get a workbook! I appreciate you all. Subscribe to Emotionally Unavailable's Patreon! * $5 - Early Ad free episodes + Occasional other goodies! * $10 - Benefits listed above and access to growing voice library support for spiraling/overthinking (along with workbooks and practices) * $30 - Deeper work and group spaces https://patreon.com/Emotionallyunavailablepodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink [https://patreon.com/Emotionallyunavailablepodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink] Want to be a guest on Emotionally Unavailable? Send Malisa Hepner a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1739504718415772259d92bc1 [https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1739504718415772259d92bc1] https://linktr.ee/Mdhepner [https://linktr.ee/Mdhepner]

From Survival to Spiritual Awakening: Self-Empowerment, Boundaries & Living Authentically

In this engaging conversation, Malisa Hepner sits down with Steve Barton to explore the experiences, insights, and questions that shaped his spiritual journey. Together, they discuss quantum immortality, spiritual boundaries, personal responsibility, and the ways our beliefs influence the reality we create. Steve shares the principles behind his "game of ten" approach to self-empowerment and offers practical tools for living with greater intention, awareness, and authenticity. This episode invites listeners to consider new perspectives on personal growth, consciousness, and what it means to align with their truest self. Lasting transformation often begins when we stop giving our power away and start intentionally choosing the beliefs, boundaries, and daily actions that align with who we want to become. * Emotionally Unavailable is produced 100% in-house. No team, just me and my love for yapping and helping others. If this show has ever helped you in any way, here is your chance to help it keep going strong. Subscribe to the patreon, grab some merch or get a workbook! I appreciate you all. Subscribe to Emotionally Unavailable's Patreon! * $5 - Early Ad free episodes + Occasional other goodies! * $10 - Benefits listed above and access to growing voice library support for spiraling/overthinking (along with workbooks and practices) * $30 - Deeper work and group spaces https://patreon.com/Emotionallyunavailablepodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink [https://patreon.com/Emotionallyunavailablepodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink] Want to be a guest on Emotionally Unavailable? Send Malisa Hepner a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1739504718415772259d92bc1 [https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1739504718415772259d92bc1] https://linktr.ee/Mdhepner [https://linktr.ee/Mdhepner] Steve's links: Website [https://www.stevebartoncoaching.com/]