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Make Discomfort Your B*tch
by Cher Anderton
Listen, life's throwing us some serious curveballs, but guess what? Embracing the twists and turns isn't a bad thing - it's an opportunity for healing and growth. I believe we give way too much power to the discomfort and therefore miss out on a lot of joy, connection, success and more. Join me as we explore how to navigate discomfort in various areas like work, friendships, entrepreneurship, love, parenting, and more. I'm here to guide you toward turning those challenging moments into your secret sauce for experiencing more ease in work and life. Get ready to transform discomfort into your greatest superpower!
Episodes
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Ep. 73: Are You Burned Out or Just Misaligned with Suneet Bhatt
Welcome to Season Five!! Feeling exhausted, checked out, or just off? Before you call it burnout - what if the real problem is misalignment? I'm so excited about this conversation that I'm skipping my usual season-intro solo episode to get it to you sooner. This week, I'm talking with Suneet…
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Ep. 74: Beyond the Glowing Miracle Narrative with Jes Reynolds
Sometimes pregnancy is sold as a glowing miracle, but for some, including me, it's a brutal body hijacking battle. I'm thrilled to welcome Jess Reynolds to Make Discomfort Your Bitch. She's the founder of Born from Her, and Jess helps parents prepare their bodies emotionally and physically for…
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Ep. 72: Integration After the Upheaval...A Solo Episode
I sold a house. Traveled solo for a month. Lost relationships. Built new ones. Made mistakes. And guess what? I was okay. The season four finale of Make Discomfort Your Bitch is about walking new paths — and learning not to let your most reactive parts decide they're wrong just because they're...
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Ep. 71: Faith in the Fire: A Conversation with Rabbi Melinda Bernstein
What if faith doesn't begin in certainty, but in our willingness to sit with discomfort as a sacred teacher — one that guides us toward presence, humility, and purpose? In this episode, I sit down with Rabbi Melinda Bernstein, a freelance rabbi and spiritual guide, to explore how life's hardest...
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Ep. 70: Coming Home to Ourselves with Kat Conrad
What if self-awareness isn't something we think our way into - but something we feel our way back to? In this episode, I sit down with Kat Conrad, a leadership consultant and incredible human, for a deep and practical conversation about what it really means to develop self-awareness. Together, we...
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Ep. 69: Staying With the Stretch of Becoming With Venus O'Hara
What if the discomfort we avoid is actually the doorway to the life that's trying to emerge? In this episode, I sit down with Venus O'Hara—sexual wellness educator, author, podcaster, and creative force—to explore what it really means to allow ourselves to be transformed by life. We talk about…
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Ep. 68: Uncomfortable Truths and Radical Humanity with Corey Leak
This week, I had the privilege of sitting down with Corey Leak, host of The Existential Podcast, and this one goes deep. We talk about everything — from his journey through a cancer diagnosis, to the realities of working in DEI in today's world, to his powerful story of faith deconstruction and…
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Ep. 67: The Power of Naming the Uncomfortable with Maria Brewer
What happens when you're the only one in the room — the only woman, the only Latina, the youngest voice at the table? In this episode, I sit down with Maria Brewer, former U.S. Ambassador and longtime State Department leader, for a deeply human conversation about what it means to navigate spaces...
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Ep. 66: Listening for Your Own Wisdom in Grief with Sundari Malcolm
A TIME SENSITIVE NOTE FROM SUNDARI: A Healing Doula Academy Winter Scholarship In honor of Anandi Malcolm, A Healing Doula Academy is offering one Full and one Partial Scholarship for its Winter Cohort. Founded by her daughter, Grief & Death Doula and Author Sundari Malcolm, this spiritually…
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Ep. 65: Ruin, Rise and Return with Sarah Carter & Corinne Shark
NOTE: IF YOU'RE IN THE PHOENIX AREA, SARAH AND CORINNE WILL BE SIGNING COPIES OF THEIR BOOK AT CHANGING HANDS (PHX LOCATION) BOOKSTORE ON NOVEMBER 21ST! What if the moments that break us open are the same ones that reveal our deepest creative power? In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Carter…
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Ep. 64: Stay Uncomfortable With EJ Jamele: The Real Edge of Growth
In this episode, I sit down with the brilliant and dynamic EJ Jamele — CEO of crowdMGMT, producer, brand architect, and talent manager to some of the most sought-after artists in the beauty and entertainment industries. Our conversation goes far beyond brand strategy and success stories. EJ and I...
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Ep. 63: Welcome to Season Four! Big Changes Ahead...
A solo episode to introduce the next season of the podcast! ABOUT ME: I'm a mental health therapist, speaker, author and educator who helps organizations bridge the gap between knowing and doing the things that foster well-being, resilience and success. With expertise in school counseling,...
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Ep. 62: When Grief Becomes a Guide: Finding Wisdom, Resilience, and Resolution with Ursula Taylor
What if grief isn't just something to overcome, but a guide toward deeper wisdom and wholeness? In this episode, I sit down with Ursula Taylor - former litigation attorney turned holistic conflict resolution expert - to explore how grief, when approached with awareness, can transform both healing...
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Ep. 61: Turning a Diagnosis Into Direction with Brandon Marshall
In this episode of Make Discomfort Your Btch*, I talk with Brandon Marshall about the moment everything shifted - when he was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes as an adult. Brandon shares how that unexpected and life-altering diagnosis became a catalyst for radical self-responsibility, deeper...
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Ep. 60: Relearning Hope with Sahar Modares
In this powerful conversation, Sahar Modares and I unpack a truth that many of us are just beginning to understand: growth doesn't have to come through suffering. We talk about how hope is a skill—one many of us need to relearn—and how reclaiming it can shift everything from how we lead to how we...
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Ep. 59: Becoming Your Own Authority with Tanya Ruckstuhl
What does it really mean to become your own authority? In this episode, I sit down with the brilliantly quirky Tanya Ruckstuhl - psychotherapist, writer and author of How to Be a Human and Not An A$$hole - to talk about self-trust, personal growth and why social skills matter now more than ever.…
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Ep. 58: Staying With The Discomfort With Hope Rose
What does it look like to move through discomfort without rushing to escape it? In this honest and powerful episode, I sit down with Hope Rose - former ultra-endurance athlete, self-published author and master of navigating the middle - to talk about what it means to stay with hard things while...
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Ep. 57: Let Go or Be Dragged — Flow, Trust & the Wisdom of the Wave with Daniel A. Miller
In this episode, I talk with Daniel A. Miller - best-selling author, poet, painter and former attorney - about what happens when our need for control becomes the very thing holding us back. Danny shares how a series of life-shaking events forced him to confront his tightly gripped approach to…
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Ep. 56: Skin Deep with Dr. Jeanne Retief: When Your Body Speaks the Truth Your Mind Tries to Hide
What do skincare, panic disorder, and high-achieving women have in common? In this powerful conversation with Dr. Jeanne Retief, we explore what it means to find genuine control when life feels out of control. Jeanne shares how her journey with panic disorder became the catalyst for creating…
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Ep. 55: We Are ALL Creative with Pia Leichter
What if creativity isn't a talent, but a birthright? In this energizing conversation, I sit down with Pia Leichter—creative partner, coach, and author of Welcome to the Creative Club—to talk about what really fuels creativity: self-trust, pausing, and the courage to follow your inner spark. We...
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Ep. 54: Innovation, Ingenuity and the Pivot That Changed Everything – with Tara Harris
In this episode, I sit down with Tara Harris—visionary CEO and founder of Femeflex, the revolutionary brand behind the world's first Pantiless Panty Liner—to talk about the power of the pivot. Tara shares how a bold life shift opened up a new world of possibility for her and others, and how her...
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Ep. 53: Danita Young, Founder of Booty Bands, on Moving From Overwhelm to Alignment
What if transformation didn't have to be so hard? In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Danita Young—transformational coach, founder of the Align Method, and creator of Booty Bands—to talk about how real change begins when we start asking ourselves different questions. We dive into how...
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Ep. 52: Navigating Teen, Young Adult and Your Own Mental Health with Tara Rolstad
⚠️ Trigger Warning: We discuss (at a high level, with no details) topics like suicide ideation, self-harm, and other unhelpful coping strategies. Please check in with yourself before listening. Parenting is hard enough—navigating a teen or young adult's mental health crisis can feel overwhelming...
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Ep. 51: The Power of the Pivot with Bianca Bee
What if just one person believing in your dream could change everything? In my latest conversation with Bianca Bee, we dive into the immense impact of support—whether from a mentor, a friend, or even a peer who sees your potential. Bianca shares her journey from Detroit to LA at just 17, how she...
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Ep. 50: Embracing The Juicy Middle: Why You Can't Bypass Discomfort with Brittni Cosgrove
On this episode of Make Discomfort Your Btch*, I'm joined by the incredible Brittni Cosgrove, a transformational life and business coach who helps ambitious souls step into their most magnetic, confident, and authentic selves. We dive deep into the dangers of bypassing the hard work of navigating...
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Ep. 49: Taking Bold Risks with Clenetta Frazier
If you're in this space, you must believe that leaning into discomfort is a key to unlocking more opportunities. My guest Clenetta Frazier also believes this to be true. She joins me today to share how embracing the unknown has pushed her to take bigger risks—personally and professionally. We…
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Ep. 48: Navigating Discomfort in Dating with Cat Cantrill, the Scottsdale Matchmaker
If dating feels like a minefield of awkward moments, self-doubt, and uncertainty—you're not alone. But what if those moments of discomfort were actually the key to deeper connection and personal growth? In this episode, I sit down with Cat Cantrill, the Scottsdale Matchmaker, to talk about how…
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Ep. 47: A Solo Episode About Aging After Turning 47 This Month
Just my thoughts on aging, gratitude and choosing self-trust today on the podcast! MORE ABOUT ME: I'm a mental health therapist, speaker, author and educator who helps organizations bridge the gap between knowing and doing the things that foster well-being, resilience and success. With expertise…
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Ep. 46: Turning Rejection into Clarity: The Magic of Knowing What You Want with Tracey Gee
Rejection and disappointment are inevitable, but what if they didn't have to derail you? In this episode, leadership coach and author Tracey Gee shares insights from The Magic of Knowing What You Want, offering a powerful framework to help you navigate setbacks with clarity and confidence. We'll...
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Ep. 45: Becoming the Person Who Takes Action: Identity, Goals, and Student Well-Being with Dr. Brian Smith
If you've ever struggled to put your knowledge into action, this episode is for you! Dr. Brian Smith, co-author of The Recipe for Student Well-Being, shares how choosing an identity that aligns with our goals can be the key to real, lasting change. With a decade of experience in mental health...
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Ep. 44: Bridging the Gap: Embracing Wisdom and the Magic of Yes with Lori Pappas
How do we close the gap between who we are personally and who we strive to be professionally? In this episode, award-winning entrepreneur and philanthropist Lori Pappas shares insights from her new book, The Magic of Yes: Embrace the Wise Woman Within. We explore how to recognize wisdom in our…
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Ep. 43: Stop Gaslighting Yourself...Honoring Your Pain & Finding Your Voice with Monique Elliott
This week, I sit down with Monique Elliott, a powerhouse in mental health, coaching, and leadership, to unpack a topic we all wrestle with—honoring both our emotional and physical pain instead of dismissing it. Monique dives deep into how we gaslight ourselves, often internalizing the dismissive...
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Ep.42 : Alexia Hoffman Makes Bold Leaps Towards a Fulfilled Life
In this episode, I'm joined by Alexia Hoffman, creator of The Fulfillment Blueprint, to discuss her belief that achieving your goals sometimes requires blowing up your life—and embracing the discomfort that comes with it. Alexia shares how leaving a lacrosse scholarship at 19 led her to an...
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Ep. 41: Executive Coach Ron Higgs Has Been a Trailblazer Since An Early Age
In this inspiring episode, we dive into the journey of Ron Higgs, a trailblazing leader, engineer and business executive. Growing up, Ron didn't have models for what he aspired to be, but he found refuge and inspiration in his local library—a safe space that became the cornerstone of his path...
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Ep. 40: Welcome to Season Three! Let's Get Into It...
I'm a mental health therapist, speaker, author and educator who helps organizations bridge the gap between knowing and doing the things that foster well-being, resilience and success. With expertise in school counseling, trauma-informed practices, and social-emotional intelligence (SEI), I help...
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Ep. 39: A Solo Session to Close Out Season Two
Welcome back to the show! In today's solo episode, we're diving into one of the most common defense mechanisms we all tend to lean on when we hear feedback we don't like. If you've ever found yourself getting defensive or shutting down in these moments, you're not alone—but what if there was a...
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Ep. 38: Julie Jones Encourages Us All To Stop Waiting, Start Living
In this episode, we're diving deep with Julie Jones, a former police officer and SWAT team member turned Award-Winning Speaker, International Bestselling Author, and Breakthrough Coach. Julie's journey from bottling up emotions to embracing authenticity offers powerful lessons for anyone feeling...
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Ep. 37 : Author Jessica Fein Shares How Not Knowing the Future and Being Present Can Be a Blessing
In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Fein, the author of Breath Taking, to explore some of life's most challenging uncertainties and unexpected blessings. Jessica shares her journey of learning to let go of the need to control the future and embracing the freedom that comes with being…
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Ep. 36: Anzara Shifts From Avoidance to Growth and Models the Same to Her Children and Others
My guest Anzara shares how she shifted from trying to avoid or get through discomfort as quickly as possible, to being able to sit with it and learn from it, modeling and teaching her kids to do the same. This practice was especially helpful when she left her position at a school district she...
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Ep. 35: Sex and Style Coach Sarah Ward Shares Her Journey Towards Empowerment Through Embodiment
Today we meet Sarah Ward, a Sex and Style Coach who's reshaped her relationship with discomfort—transforming it from something to avoid into a powerful source of wisdom. Sarah shares her journey from bypassing her unease and shifting responsibility to others to finding strength through embodiment...
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Ep. 34: Creating Safe Spaces for Healing From Loss with Andrea Turnbow
On today's episode, I'm joined by Andrea Turnbow, the inspiring founder of The Grief Nook. Andrea shares her personal journey through grief and how it led her to create safe, creative spaces for others to honor their emotions and process loss. Hear how she's transformed her own experience with...
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Ep. 33: Jon Believes Accountability is a Skill Anyone Can Learn
In this episode, Jon shares how choosing personal responsibility, accountability, and making amends transformed his life and relationships. We dive into the discomfort of facing our own missteps and the role self-forgiveness plays in rebuilding trust. Jon's story shows that while it's challenging...
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Ep. 32: Lori Learned That True Connection Comes from Earning, Not Demanding, Respect From Others
On the next episode, I sit down with Lori Schneider, a Phoenix-based realtor with a fascinating backstory as a former teacher. Lori's career shift wasn't just about switching industries, but also about transforming herself. She once led her classroom in survival mode—harsh, rigid, and demanding...
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Ep. 31: Ehmandah Shares How She Gets to Those Deeper Layers of Healing and Growing
My guest Ehmandah created an incredible platform for women to tell their stories after she experienced incredible discomfort in a partnered relationship. Our conversation covers topics such as boundary setting, self-compassion and getting to deeper layers of healing and growing. I think you'll...
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Ep. 30: Kelly Is A Serial Entrepreneur Who Has Developed a Significant Toolbox to Manage Personal and Professional Ups and Downs
I'm thrilled to have Kelly as my guest—she's a serial entrepreneur who has discovered that much of her success comes from leaning into the discomfort that comes with business ownership. Through personal and professional development, Kelly has built an incredible toolkit that helps her navigate...
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Ep. 29: Richard Shares How He Transforms Pain Into Purpose
Welcome to today's episode! I'm excited to introduce my guest, Richard, who has dedicated both his personal and professional life to fostering human connection in meaningful ways. Richard's journey began with his own experience of loneliness as a child and teen—a feeling he once thought was his...
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Ep. 28: Erin's Pattern of Saying Yes to Uncomfortable Things Has Helped Her Make Her Dreams and the Dreams of Other's Come True
My conversation with Erin Galloway-Ormsby centers around how her pattern of saying yes to uncomfortable things has opened a lot of doors for her to make her dreams and others' dreams come true. You won't want to miss all of the nuggets of wisdom in this episode! Erin Galloway-Ormsby is the…
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Ep. 27: John Developed His Toolkit to Navigate the Uncomfortable When He Began To Ask For Help
My guest John realized that when he became self aware enough to ask for help, he was able to add more tools to navigate the uncomfortable of life to his toolbox. John shares his experience with recovery through sobriety as an anchor to the conversation. Meet John! A BIT MORE ABOUT JOHN GILLEN…
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Ep. 26: Abbie Is Back to Discuss How She's Disrupting Unhelpful Thought and Behavior Patterns in Relationships
Today, my guest and I are talking about a very shared experience of trying to disrupt unhelpful thought and behavior patterns around conflict and relationships and how to navigate them in healthier, more connected ways. My guest has been on previous episode in season one of the podcast about…
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Ep 25: Discover Why Rebecca Has Proclaimed 2024 the Year of Discomfort!
Rebecca has been leaning into discomfort from a young age and that continued until 2020 when, after several hard years navigating life stuff she didn't choose, she ended up burning out. She tucked in to heal and grow, which was necessary but also made her world very small. She has since entered...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Listen, life's throwing us some serious curveballs, but guess what? Embracing the twists and turns isn't a bad thing - it's an opportunity for healing and growth. I believe we give way too much power to the discomfort and therefore miss out on a lot of joy, connection, success and more. Join me as we explore how to navigate discomfort in various areas like work, friendships, entrepreneurship, love, parenting, and more. I'm here to guide you toward turning those challenging moments into your secret sauce for experiencing more ease in work and life. Get ready to transform discomfort into your greatest superpower!
HOSTED BY
Cher Anderton
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Listen, life's throwing us some serious curveballs, but guess what? Embracing the twists and turns isn't a bad thing - it's an opportunity for healing and growth. I believe we give way too much power to the discomfort and therefore miss out on a lot of joy, connection, success and more. Join me as...
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