FOMO vs. JOMO

In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Hurt, April and Andrea dive into two very real—and very different—experiences: FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) and JOMO (Joy of Missing Out). Through laughter, honesty, and personal stories, they explore how each one shows up in daily life, how they affect our relationships, and what’s happening in the brain and body when either takes over.Andrea shares what it’s like to constantly chase connection and opportunity, fearing she’ll miss a moment of joy, while April opens up about finding comfort—and sometimes avoidance—in staying home and protecting her energy. Together, they unpack how both extremes can lead to burnout, disconnection, or overwhelm, and how finding the middle ground is what truly supports emotional safety.With grounding exercises like the Wayne Cook regulation technique, reflections on childhood experiences, and compassionate insight into overstimulation vs. loneliness, this episode helps listeners discover their own balance between saying yes and honoring no.And of course… it ends with a joke you won’t want to miss. 🍅😂