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EPISODE · Jul 27, 2025 · 24 MIN

Episode 31: Cut your toenails before they hurt - This is not ACTUALLY about toenails.

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What do overgrown toenails have to do with burnout, emotional health, and personal growth? A lot more than you think. In this episode, I'll share a funny and oddly profound lesson from my childhood — how a little bit of procrastination (and a pair of tight shoes) led to unnecessary pain… and how that same principle shows up in our adult lives. From putting off hard conversations to skipping rest when we need it most, we'll explore the small, preventable discomforts that pile up when we ignore our needs.    Hit play to hear: Why ignoring small problems can lead to big pain How to recognize your own "toenail moments" The power of proactive care in your mental, emotional, and physical life A reminder that you're allowed to live a life that doesn't hurt Grab your drink of choice! It's time, for Todd Talk! 

What do overgrown toenails have to do with burnout, emotional health, and personal growth? A lot more than you think. In this episode, I'll share a funny and oddly profound lesson from my childhood — how a little bit of procrastination (and a pair of tight shoes) led to unnecessary pain… and how that same principle shows up in our adult lives. From putting off hard conversations to skipping rest when we need it most, we'll explore the small, preventable discomforts that pile up when we ignore our needs.    Hit play to hear: Why ignoring small problems can lead to big pain How to recognize your own "toenail moments" The power of proactive care in your mental, emotional, and physical life A reminder that you're allowed to live a life that doesn't hurt Grab your drink of choice! It's time, for Todd Talk!

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