Wait, Why Am I Talking?

In this episode of Unscripted Curiosity, Jenn and Scott settle into a conversation that makes space—for pause, for presence, for not having it all figured out. They touch on the discomfort of asking for help, and the subtle ways we override our nervous systems in the name of getting things done.

They share personal reflections on people-pleasing, growing up fast, and learning (still) how to receive. Jenn opens up about her early tendencies to fill space in therapy sessions — and the transformative impact of learning to wait, be quiet, and trust the process. Scott shares insights from his time as a crisis negotiator and police officer, and how those experiences shaped his comfort with silence and presence under pressure.

This one’s for anyone who:

• Struggles to slow down, ask for help, or sit in silence without squirming
• Feels the pull to perform, please, or be productive — even when nobody’s asking
• Wants to better understand the link between nervous system health and emotional capacity
• Is curious (or frustrated) about journaling and other creative practices that just won’t stick
• Has ever wondered what it really means to be with someone, rather than fix or guide them

Also covered: phones in bedrooms, wine after 40, the challenge of teaching online, and why prompts might be the key to unlocking Scott’s secret dream of writing.

Learn more and connect with Scott here - https://twistedoakyogaandwellness.offeringtree.com

Learn more and connect with Jenn here - https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1262404

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