In this vulnerable and fiery episode, the Shrinks crack open a raw conversation about what happens when you dare to speak your truth in a world that’s not always ready to hear it. Molly C. shares the emotional fallout of going viral on TikTok — and getting slammed for it. What started as a conversation about food boundaries quickly turned into a deep dive on childhood bullying, impostor syndrome, clinical appeasement, and the gut-punch of online criticism.
The shrinks hold space for one another while exploring big themes:
- Why it’s so hard not to dim your light when people don’t agree with you
- The survival response of people-pleasing and self-abandonment
- The spiritual test of standing in your truth, even when it’s unpopular
- How neglect and injustice can activate rage that feels bigger than the moment
- How to protect your nervous system (and your purpose) in a noisy, opinionated world
If you’ve ever questioned your right to speak up, struggled with self-doubt after rejection, or felt the inner war between being palatable and being powerful — this one’s for you.
Oh, and there’s also dating drama, a story about unmatching on Hinge, and a rallying cry to all the kids who once felt like they didn’t belong. (Spoiler: You do.)
💬 Favorite Quote:
"There is no rage so great as a neglected child."
📌 Topics Include:
- TikTok trauma and the curse of virality
- Emotional flashbacks and old wounds in new comments
- Clinical appeasement vs. embodied truth
- When you want to fight but freeze instead
- Navigating food boundaries at the dinner table and online
- Spiritual downloads, sunscreen for the soul, and showing up anyway
🧠 Bonus Takeaway:
You don’t need to be palatable to be worthy. You’re allowed to take up space as you are — imperfect, passionate, and powerful.
📣 Call to Action:
If you loved this conversation, please subscribe, rate, and review us!
And if you’ve got thoughts, feedback, or want to send us a love letter (we won’t say no), drop us a line at AskTheShrinks@FoodShrinks.com.
📢 Follow Us:
.css-j9qmi7{display:-webkit-box;display:-webkit-flex;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-webkit-flex-direction:row;-ms-flex-direction:row;flex-direction:row;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:1rem;margin-top:2.8rem;width:100%;-webkit-box-pack:start;-ms-flex-pack:start;-webkit-justify-content:start;justify-content:start;padding-left:5rem;}@media only screen and (max-width: 599px){.css-j9qmi7{padding-left:0;-webkit-box-pack:center;-ms-flex-pack:center;-webkit-justify-content:center;justify-content:center;}}.css-j9qmi7 svg{fill:#27292D;}.css-j9qmi7 .eagfbvw0{-webkit-align-items:center;-webkit-box-align:center;-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center;color:#27292D;}
Popular Podcasts
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!
Boysober
Have you ever wondered what life might be like if you stopped worrying about being wanted, and focused on understanding what you actually want? That was the question Hope Woodard asked herself after a string of situationships inspired her to take a break from sex and dating. She went "boysober," a personal concept that sparked a global movement among women looking to prioritize themselves over men. Now, Hope is looking to expand the ways we explore our relationship to relationships. Taking a bold, unfiltered look into modern love, romance, and self-discovery, Boysober will dive into messy stories about dating, sex, love, friendship, and breaking generational patterns—all with humor, vulnerability, and a fresh perspective.
Crime Junkie
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.