Self-Help Junkie
by Erika Ng
You just finished a book and are convinced it’s going to change your life. Two weeks later, you’ve forgotten it completely. You are not alone and Erika is here to take a stand! Each week she talks to a guest who had their lives changed by a book and discuss how they were able to integrate the concepts long-term. Season 1: Romantic Love Season 2: Inspiration, Motivation and Finding Purpose Don’t worry. You don’t have to read the book to learn through engaging stories, overcome challenges and implement practical strategies for personal growth.
Episodes
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No More Overwhelm| Essentialism ft Melissa Lowe
We’ve heard of minimalism but have you heard of essentialism? I’m back with guest, Melissa Lowe to talk about how she found her 2 whys while fighting illness. We discuss the book “Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less” by Greg McKeown to get a little closer. ---------- Key points…
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Science of Change | Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself ft Kelsey Acres
Nature vs Nurture; the classic debate of if we have any control of ourselves. Dr. Joe Dispenza tells us we can not only change ourselves but our physical brains! Kelsey Acres is here to discuss how these seemingly simple exercises can have a huge impact on your life. ---------- Key points…
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Childlike Wisdom| You Can if you think you can ft Nadia
When we look for our purpose, it is usually forward thinking. What should I do? What will make me fulfilled? Nadia Kraus is here to say, maybe we should be looking back. What did you love as a child? Join us today in learning what you could do fully actualized. ---------- Key points discussed in...
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Gamify Your Goals | The Power of Habit ft Sandhya Gokal
Don’t we all need a little more fun in our lives? Sandhya Gokal is here to share how you can use gamification to get you into those habits that have always felt so hard. With ‘The Power of Habit as our guide, we are going to figure out how getting to your goal doesn’t have to feel tedious....
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Midlife Alignment | from Strength to Strength ft Jackie Brown
Leaving a career that you’ve been in your entire life. Your friends and family are concerned, why would you leave something good? May sound like a midlife crisis but if it is no longer serving you, why would you stay? Jackie Brown has been through it and found her way to move to a new strength....
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Born with Purpose | Gene Keys ft Kylie-Anne Nel
One of the big problems in our modern world is how many choices we have. #firstworldproblems But what if you could get a sneak peak into your trials? Kylie-Anne Nel joins me to discuss the curiosity that are Gene Keys, a system that can show us our flaws and strengths. Let’s see what Richard Rudd...
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Inviting Purpose to Your Home| Western Guide to Feng Shui ft Kate Troyer
Wellness is a defining feature of our generation, never have we been so concerned by all the various aspects but how well is your home? Kate Troyer is here to show us how a few simple (and logical) steps can transform your life. Book by Terah Kathryn Collins. ---------- Key points discussed in…
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Finding the Self | Eat, Pray Love ft Kimberly Benoit
Finding yourself in your 20’s was hard enough, what if you had to do it again in your 40’s? Kimberly Benoit shares her story of rediscovering herself, her purpose and pure joy and how it started with a little book we’ve all heard of, Eat, Pray, Love. This cultural phenomenon may have been…
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Promises to Purpose | Man's Search for Meaning ft Gary Fahey
Gary Fahey is kicking off our season and has brought with him Viktor Frankl's "Man's Search for Meaning." Sometimes, we find purpose in the deepest pits, and Gary is a testament to how you can build a new identity of which you can be proud, no matter how dark it may seem. ---------- Key points...
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Charting New Paths: Recap & Teaser
Join Erika, your host of Self-Help Junkie, as she takes a nostalgic trip through the highlights of Season One and offers a sneak peek into what's in store for Season Two. Reflecting on themes of personal growth, relationships, and unexpected discoveries, Erika shares her top book recommendations...
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Rhythms & Romance | Period Power ft Katelin Vincent
Periods. How much do you really know about it? I’ve had mine for 20 years now and it turns out, I know very little. Katelin Vincent is here to help us reconnect and understand ourselves better, physically and emotionally, with the help of Period Power by Maisie Hill. You don't have to read the…
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Rethinking Infidelity| State of Affairs ft Camila Espana
Ever wondered why people have affairs? Join me and Camila Espana in this last leg of our series on affairs with Esther Perel's State of Affairs as our guide! In this episode, we challenge common myths, debunk stereotypes, and explore the surprising dynamics behind affairs. Get ready for an...
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Patterns of Abuse | Why did he do that? ft Stephany Ann
If you’ve heard of gaslighting, you’ll want to tune in for this one. Stephany Ann, a practitioner of EFT, is here to share her journey of healing after tumultuous relationships with a narcissistic and violent partner. She’s brought along Why Did He Do That?: Inside the Minds of Angry and...
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Rebuild Beyond Betrayal | Good Boundaries and Goodbyes ft Kate Conwell
How do you start trusting your partner after they have shattered it into a million little pieces? Kate Conwell started with learning to establish boundaries within her marriage and 10 years after the infidelity, she’s got some insights to share. Join us as we pour over “Good Boundaries and...
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Recovery Beyond Betrayal | The Gift ft Vanessa Cardenas
Cheating. Infidelity. An affair. However you package it, betrayal cuts deep. In this episode, Vanessa Cardenas shares her personal story and offers invaluable advice not only for recovery but also for thriving after such profound betrayal. Edith Eger's "The Gift: 14 Lessons to Save Your Life" is...
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Traveling as a Couple | Part 2 ft Imani and John
Travelling is stressful so what can you learn after traveling together for 10 years? Imani and John are back to give us their tips and lessons learned. ---------- Key points discussed in this episode: How to plan and decision make on the road Melding travel preferences and interests Making and...
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Travel as a Couple | Part 1 ft Jake and Anika
What does it take to travel well together? For Jake and Anika, it’s all about compatibility. Join us for a 2 part series that examines two couples and their travel methods. Jake and Anika represent our new couple who specialize in slow travel. ------ Key points we covered: Travel compatibility...
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Inner Bliss | Orgasmic Imagination ft Joli Hamilton
Turn your pleasure into accessing your subconscious. Dr. Joli Hamilton is back to share the little-talked about the topic of orgasmic imagination. She shares this delicious activity using her own experiences and those of her clients! No self-help book this week, but plenty to learn!…
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Romanticizing Singledom ft Grace Lee
Burnout in the dating game is inevitable… or is it? Grace Lee, dating coach and former matchmaker is here to help us fall in love with dating again and see it for what it is, a time for exploration without any responsibility for another person. No book this week, just an excellent conversation....
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Dress by Values ft Julie Louise
No this isn’t an episode on thrifting. We are learning how to translate our insides to accurately reflect how we look on the outside. But how do you dress to look funny, outgoing or successful without turning to a Halloween costume?Julie Louise, certified image consultant, is here to guide us.…
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Demystify Divorce ft Divorce Attorney Elizabeth Douglas
Divorce isn’t a stage of a relationship that we are thinking about when we are setting out in the dating world but with 40% of first marriages ending in divorce, it’s not uncommon. Elizabeth Douglas, divorce and family law attorney, is here to shed some insight on how NOT to end up in her office,...
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Attracting The One | A Return to Love ft Shane Kohler
Ready for your forever person but only finding situationships? It seems to be getting more and more difficult in our modern day. Shane Kohler, co-founder of The Living Relationship, host of The Conscious Love Show podcast, is here to shift you out of the mindset of scarcity and into love. He’s...
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Long-Distance Relationships | Letting Go ft Charlotte Dallison
Distance makes the heart grow fonder but it isn’t easy even with our bountiful technology. Charlotte Dallison, writer and soon-to-be author, is here to share her insights on a successful long distance relationship. She’s brought in “Letting Go” by David R. Hawkins, to teach us the power of…
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Our Stories | What Happened to You? ft Julie Hall
When you fight, do you feel understood by your partner? Most of us don’t react in a way that we are proud of but don’t give up just yet! Julie Hall, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, is here to help you shift from fighting yourself to fighting for your relationship. She’s brought in the...
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Love on the Brain | ft Neuroscientist Dr. Sandra Langeslag
Join neuroscientist Dr. Sandra Langeslag as we unravel the neural mysteries of romance! From infatuation to attachment, explore the captivating neurobiology of love. No self-help book this week but plenty of serious research! ---------- Key points discussed in this episode: Neurobiology of…
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Love, Attachment and Reality TV| Attached ft Dr. Diane
Another season of Love is Blind is set for September, so I’ve brought on Dr. Diane to talk about all things reality TV. From The Bachelorette to Love Island and Love is Blind, we apply attachment theory and see what we can learn from the chaos that ensues! Our book this week is Attached: The New...
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Embracing Sensitivities | Highly Sensitive Person ft Sheryl Green
Are you overwhelmed by loud noises or bright lights? Highly empathetic? Been told you are ‘too sensitive’?You may be a HSP, a Highly Sensitive Person as described by Dr. Elaine Aron. Sheryl Green is on to share how she and her partner navigates life now that they better understand this…
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Be a Man | The Way of the Superior Man ft Zee
It’s been a while since we’ve had a male perspective on the show. Zee is here to give us some insights on his journey to his own version of masculinity, in part due to David Deida’s The Way of the Superior Man. We discuss the lessons as well as the more controversial points to see what we can…
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Lending a Hand | Erotic Massages ft Lee Jagger
Low Libido, ED, or just a busy schedule. Getting in the mood isn’t always easy but Lee Jagger is here to rock your bedroom. Indirectly, of course. She is here to teach us easy ways to spice up your life. Join us for a fun episode but be warned, you will laugh out loud. No self-help book this…
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Embracing Taboo | Polyamory & Jealousy ft Joli Hamilton
When you have questions about jealousy, who better to ask than a polyamorous jealousy research psychologist, Dr. Joli Hamilton? She shares her parallel journey into a triad and her research. No self-help book this week, but plenty to learn!----------Key points discussed in this episode: The...
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Invisible Work | Emotional Labor by Regina Lark
Emotional labor is the unseen, unnoticed, and unanticipated mental load of managing a household and it often falls on women. Should it? In this episode, we delve in with Regina Lark, author of the book "Emotional Labor: Why A Woman’s Work is Never Done and What To Do About It." Through...
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We have an agreement! | Relationship Agreements ft my BF, Jay Thornhill
When you start a new job, you go over the role and responsibilities. Why wouldn't you do that with your partner? This week, I have my boyfriend on to go over our experience discussing the romantic details of our contractual obligations when we first started dating. Key points discussed in this...
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Love for Grown-Ass Women | Attached ft Martha
Are you a grown-ass woman ready to date like one?When you are in your 40's, 50's or 60's, you aren't here to play games and mess around. Well, unless you are. 😜 Martha Bodyfelt is here to talk about dating that feels good to you and prioritizing that throughout the dating process. We'll be…
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Dating the 20% | Men are from Mars ft Katy Clark
What do you look for in a man? The traits listed in internet articles have 9-35 traits you should look for. You know what is on all of those lists? EQ, a fairly new concept, only popularized in the 90's. We have on Katy Clark to discuss the difference in men and women and how that shapes the...
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From Ghosting to Connection | Modern Romance ft Jon Hwang
If you were out of the dating game for half a decade or more, you would have been coming back to a new world. That's what happened to our guest Jon Hwang, communication expert and dating success. To navigate dating profiles, situationships and ghosting, Jon read Modern Romance by Aziz Anasari to...
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Invest in Love | Efficiency Bitch by Melissa Leon
In this episode, we dive deep into the realm of relationships and finances, exploring how couples can navigate the often tricky waters of money management together. Our special guest, Melissa Leon, brings her expertise from her book, Efficiency Bitch, to shed light on practical strategies for...
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Get Good At Being Bad | Existential Kink ft Marianna
Sometime we want what is bad for us but is that so terrible? Existential Kink helps us delve into guilty pleasures and takeaway the guilt so we can enjoy every experience. Marianna has dedicated her life to helping others figure out what they want but that started with her own journey. Key points...
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Satisfying Your Needs | No More Faking It ft Magda
We've all been torn over a guy. Maybe he is really smart, funny and sweet but there is just no spark. Or he is sexy and turns you on but is totally a f*ck boy. Why do we say yes even though parts of us are saying no? I sit down with Magda Kay to discuss the ins and outs of our internal conflict…
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Decisions & Breakups | You are a Badass ft Dorothy
Break ups, not the part of romance we think about but it certainly happens to all of us. We discuss how we can get through them better with Dorothy with 'You are a Badass' by Jen Sincero. Sort through the chaos and find power in making decisions that are right for you.
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Surrender | It’s Not Your Money ft Bex Beltran
This week I'm on with Bex to hand over control and fully relax into surrender. We'll be discussing Tosha Silver's It's Not Your Money. Let go of anxiety and stress to embrace the idea of abundance. You will be okay if the bus is late, you will be okay if work is delayed. Entering a state of trust...
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Shame Ding Ding | Gifts of Imperfection ft Imani Ifedi & John Hyde
If you want 9 years experience from a young couple, this is the episode for you! I'm joined by my good friend Imani and John to discuss Brene Brown's Gift of Imperfection. When you think of romance, you don't often think of shame being an obstacle for breakups but it is often the root of…
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Give and Take | 5 Languages of Love
This week, I'm alone in a room talk about a book that started me on my self-help journey, The 5 Languages of Love by Gary Chapman. While the book is not without its problems, I'm surprised that guests weren't clambering to discuss this book but it also gave me the opportunity to indulge and share...
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Me Before We | 7 Habits of Highly Effective People ft Yatin Mistry
This week, I'm talking to Yatin Mistry, a LGBT Mindset Coach about the grandfather to self-help books, 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey. The book centers around learning independence before being able to enter a healthy interdependent relationship. No matter where you are on…
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Consciousness in Love | A New Earth ft Brett Bailey
This week, I'm talking to Brett Bailey, a Men's Coach about the popular A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle. Consciousness may sound hippy-dippy but it is much more grounded than you think. It has real-life effects on your well-being and your relationships. Join us as we discuss our continuous journey…
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Self-Help Junkie | Official Trailer
Life didn't give us a guide, so we're piecing it together one self-help book at a time. Join me, Erika Ng, a communication coach and less of a mess than last year.
About this show
You just finished a book and are convinced it’s going to change your life.
Two weeks later, you’ve forgotten it completely.
You are not alone and Erika is here to take a stand!
Each week she talks to a guest who had their lives changed by a book and discuss how they were able to integrate the concepts long-term.
Season 1: Romantic Love
Season 2: Inspiration, Motivation and Finding Purpose
Don’t worry.
You don’t have to read the book to learn through engaging stories, overcome challenges and implement practical strategies for personal growth.
Hosted by
Erika Ng
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