Season 9 Recap: Burnout, Healing, and Taking Our Power Back

Hey there! Welcome to the season finale of Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads! We’re thrilled to wrap up Season 9 with our amazing community. Here’s the thing—this season has been a wild ride, and we’ve got so much to celebrate:

• 2024 People’s Choice Podcast Award Winner for Health
• 2024 Women in Podcasting Award for Best Mental Health Podcast
• Over 1 MILLION downloads! 🎉

None of this would have been possible without your support, and we want to hear from YOU! What did you love about this season? What can we do better? Let us know at https://castfeedback.com/67521f0bde0b101c7b10442a. You can leave a written note or even a voice message. Seriously, we’re all ears (pun intended).

“Even in the hardest times, joy isn’t gone—it’s just waiting for us to find it again.”

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What This Episode is About

This Season 9 ender is all about reflection, growth, and the incredible journey we’ve been on. From talking about burnout recovery to healing through creativity and finding joy in the smallest moments, we dive deep into what made this season unforgettable.

We’re also spilling some behind-the-scenes moments—how our podcast has shaped us, why joy is our focus for 2025, and what’s coming next for Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads.

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What We Learned from Our Guests

This season, we’ve been lucky to sit down with some incredible people who taught us unforgettable lessons:

1. Asha – Helped us realize what burnout looks like and how to tackle it head-on.
2. Andrea – Introduced us to EFT tapping, a simple but powerful tool for emotional healing.
3. Jaclyn – Inspired us with her ability to turn personal pain into beautiful, meaningful creativity.
4. Wil - Opened our eyes to recognize triggers and embrace vulnerability in tough times.
5. Krista -Showed us that resilience and self-love can lead to new beginnings even after betrayal.
6. Karen – Taught us about the power of unconditional love and how strong support can change everything.
7. Pez – Reminded us how family bonds and safe spaces are key to finding peace and joy.
8. Kathy – Advocated for creating mentally healthy workplaces, proving that change starts from the top.

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Personal Insights from Dirty Skittles & G-Rex

We couldn’t end this season without sharing some of our thoughts and growth:

• Rediscovering Joy: 2025 is our year to choose happiness, even if it’s scary. It’s all about leaning into what feels right and letting go of what doesn’t.
• The Evolution of the Podcast: When we started, we never imagined how much these conversations would change us. This season felt like all the stars aligned, as every guest shared stories that resonated with our journeys.
• The Value of Vulnerability: Letting down our guard has been challenging, but it’s been so worth it. Vulnerability is where actual growth happens.
• Mental Health in the Workplace: G-Rex is passionate about creating healthier work environments and shared how this is a focus for her new business.
• Safe Spaces & Family: Dirty Skittles opened up about finding comfort in her family and realizing the power of having people who “get” you.

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Key Takeaways

1. Burnout recovery is possible, but it takes recognizing it and making yourself a priority.
2. Hea