How to Deal with Manipulation without Losing Yourself

What Being Single Taught Me About Why People Stay Stuck - and How to Move Anyway

This episode isn't about being single - it's about being stuck. In this episode of Sessions with Shawna, we break down why it feels like we're trying so hard, but nothing is actually changing. Shawna breaks down the traps we fall into and how being single forced her to see the subtle ways people stay stuck in relationships, careers, friendships, identities, & even waiting for "the right time". If you've ever felt like you're doing all the "right" things but not moving forward, this episode is for you. See you in session!  **This podcast is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only and is not intended to replace health or mental health advice. We are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.**  Follow @sessionswithshawna on Instagram & TikTok For coaching inquiries email: shawna@sessionswithshawna.com [shawna@sessionswithshawna.com] For business inquires: shawna@sessionswithshawna.com [shawna@sessionswithshawna.com] Music from premiumbeat.com [http://premiumbeat.com/] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [http://acast.com/privacy] for more information. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

How to Deal with Manipulation without Losing Yourself

In this episode of Sessions with Shawna, we break down how manipulation shows up in everyday relationships and why it leaves you feeling confused, guilty, and disconnected from your instincts. Shawna walks you through how to recognize manipulation in real time, stop internalizing the blame, and respond in a way that protects your energy without losing yourself or starting unnecessary conflict. If you’ve ever left a conversation feeling “off” but couldn’t explain why - this episode will help you trust yourself again. See you in session!  **This podcast is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only and is not intended to replace health or mental health advice. We are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.**  Follow @sessionswithshawna on Instagram & TikTok Write in for guidance & join in on the session: shawna@sessionswithshawna.com [shawna@sessionswithshawna.com] Submit to group therapy advice segment through the link in the Instagram bio or shawna@sessionswithshawna.com [shawna@sessionswithshawna.com] For business inquires: shawna@sessionswithshawna.com [shawna@sessionswithshawna.com] Music from premiumbeat.com [http://premiumbeat.com/] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [http://acast.com/privacy] for more information. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

You Are Who You Surround Yourself With: The Psychology of Influence & Identity

This week on Sessions with Shawna, we're exploring the psychology behind influence, identity, & why your inner circle plays such a powerful role in your confidence, emotional regulation, habits, & sense of self. Drawing from theories and real life patterns, we unpack how environments reinforce who we become - often more than motivation or willpower ever could. If you've ever felt like you're outgrowing certain dynamics, questioning your energy after being around certain people, or wondering why change feels hard even when you want it - this episode is for you! See you in session! **This podcast is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only and is not intended to replace health or mental health advice. We are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.**  Follow @sessionswithshawna on Instagram & TikTok For business inquires: shawna@sessionswithshawna.com Music from premiumbeat.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Access is not Connection: The Psychology of Modern Connection

This week on Sessions with Shawna, we're having one of those honest, late night conversations. We're unpacking a realization that's been sitting with Shawna: how phones, social media, texting, and dating apps have slowly shifted the way we experience connection and how, psychologically, we may be confusing access with connection. This is not a phone detox rant. This is a conversation about how somewhere along the way, our brains adapted in ways that don't always support real emotional closeness and human experience. We're talking about how seeing someone online creates the illusion of knowing them, how passive connection replaces real relational connection, the psychology behind "we're still close, I see them on instagram, dating apps, texting, and avoidance disguised as effort, and how wanting deeper connection in a convenience-based world can lead one to feel misunderstood. See you in session! **This podcast is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only and is not intended to replace health or mental health advice. We are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.**  Follow @sessionswithshawna on Instagram & TikTok For business inquires: shawna@sessionswithshawna.com Music from premiumbeat.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Lessons to Carry into 2026: Regulation, Reflection, & Return

Shawna is back with a fresh episode to kick off 2026. She opens up about where she's been since the summer, why she stepped away, and what ultimately brought her back. In this episode, she reflects on the lessons she's carrying forward into the new year - about life, relationships, money, and of course, the mind. See you in session!  **This podcast is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only and is not intended to replace health or mental health advice. We are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.**  Follow @sessionswithshawna on Instagram & TikTok Write in to join in on the session: shawna@sessionswithshawna.com [shawna@sessionswithshawna.com] For business inquires: shawna@sessionswithshawna.com [shawna@sessionswithshawna.com] Music from premiumbeat.com [http://premiumbeat.com/] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.