1. Feelings: The Original Inconvenience

In this episode, Stef & Sarah (the duo behind Life After Diets) kick off a new podcast project exploring emotional awareness, self-understanding, and mental wellness. Drawing inspiration from Carl Jung and Eckhart Tolle, they unpack how we actually experience our emotions — especially the tangled web between anger, sadness, and shame. Through personal stories and candid reflections, they explore how emotions shape our behaviors, relationships, and sense of self. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by your feelings or unsure what you're even feeling in the first place, this episode will resonate. With their signature mix of depth, humor, and honesty, Stef & Sarah open the door to both intellectual and embodied healing — one emotional insight at a time. TOPICS & TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Background 01:05 Quotes That Inspire Us 01:29 Exploring Feelings and Self-Awareness 05:35 The Role of Anger and Sadness 07:38 Personal Experiences with Anger 20:15 Shame and Its Impact 23:11 Exploring Cognitive and Embodied Shame 23:58 Is It Possible to Fully Eradicate Shame? 24:36 The Human Experience of Shame 27:33 Reducing Shame Levels 29:51 Shame, Anger, and Blame 39:04 The Role of Self-Compassion and Advocacy 40:00 Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead WORK WITH US: Work with Sarah Dosanjh, Psychotherapist  Work with Stefanie Michele, Coach