For The Heck Of It

No guest this week, so you’re stuck with just me :) In this episode, I’m sharing a few stories from my life that ended up teaching me lessons I still carry with me today—about trust, love, victim mentality, loneliness, and learning to do hard things. From sneaking out in high school to mission stories on the Navajo reservation, rock climbing, hiking, and personal growth, this one is a little all over the place in the best way. Hopefully somewhere in these stories, you’ll find a lesson that speaks to your own life too.

Colin Henderson shares his journey with a pornography addiction that began at just 10 years old and the lasting impact it had on his identity, relationships, and marriage. In this honest conversation, we talk about shame, healing, and what real recovery looks like—plus practical insight for anyone struggling or supporting someone who is.

In this episode, I share the story of losing one of my best friends to suicide.I open up about the grief that followed, the complicated emotions that come with loss, and how this experience has shaped the way I understand mental health and support others.If you’ve ever lost someone, struggled yourself, or want to better show up for the people you love, this episode is for you.If someone comes to mind while listening, reach out to them. It might matter more than you think.Call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline)

Today, Allie gets real about her experience with an eating disorder—how it started, how it evolved, and what recovery has actually looked like. She talks about the mental side of it all, the misconceptions, and the tools that helped her find a healthier relationship with food and her body.Whether you relate personally or want to better understand someone who might be struggling, this episode is all about awareness, compassion, and hope.

What would you do if your life changed overnight at 22?Allie sits down with her sister-in-law Rachel Henderson—photographer, mom of two, and MS warrior—to talk about life after a multiple sclerosis diagnosis.Rachel shares what it’s really like to navigate relapses, motherhood, and a constantly changing “normal.” Her story is honest, grounded, and a powerful reminder to take life one step at a time—and not take what you have for granted.Follow her at @rachelamyphotography on Instagram

Allie is joined by her dad, Brent Heck—a business owner, adrenaline junkie, and self-proclaimed movie buff—for a conversation full of stories, life lessons, and a few unexpected turns.From building a business from the ground up to racing, road-tripping, and raising a family, Brent shares what he’s learned about hard work, resilience, and surrounding yourself with good people. He also opens up about something more personal—living with anxiety—and what it’s taught him about vulnerability, support, and showing up anyway.This episode is equal parts funny, honest, and heartfelt—a reminder that even the people who seem to “have it all” are navigating their own challenges.At the end of the day, it comes down to this: love people, be less judgmental, and just keep going.

In this powerful episode, Allie shares a deeply personal conversation with Holly Smith.Holly opens up about her journey from striving to “do everything right” to navigating an unexpected life shift when her spouse came out as transgender. Together, they explore the grief, fear, and uncertainty that followed—alongside the growth, compassion, and clarity that came with it.This episode touches on faith deconstruction, breaking free from black-and-white thinking, and learning to embrace the unknown with curiosity instead of judgment.If life hasn’t gone the way you planned, this conversation is a reminder: you can do hard things—and there is beauty on the other side.Follow along with @curious._.hearts on Instagram to learn more.

In this episode, Allie sits down with her friend Hannah Bell to talk about grief, resilience, and how life sometimes takes us somewhere we never expected.After losing her father and brother in a plane crash at 17, Hannah later faced another unexpected chapter when her son Samuel was born with a rare genetic condition. She shares what it’s like to carry grief over time, parent a child with special needs, and still find joy in everyday moments.This conversation is a powerful reminder to reach out when people are hurting, stay curious about those who are different from us, and keep showing up for life—even when the path looks different than we imagined.

We weren’t taught how to handle our emotions — most of us were taught to shove them down.In this solo episode, I break down what emotional intelligence (EQ) actually is, why there’s no such thing as a “bad” emotion, and how learning to label and understand what you’re feeling can completely change how you handle stress, burnout, and relationships.You’ll learn simple, practical tools to regulate your emotions — from “name it to tame it” to cognitive reframing and the powerful question: What would my best self do right now?Emotions aren’t weaknesses. They’re information.So… what are you feeling right now?

How many rock bottoms does it take to overcome alcohol addiction? In this episode, Justin is honest and vulnerable about what it took for him to hit one year sobriety this month. Through all the relapses, he never quit quitting. He discusses how AA, medication, therapy and running have saved his life. Justin also gives powerful advice on how we can show up to help the loved ones in our lives who may be struggling with addiction.

In this episode, Megan Evans talks about her multi-year journey to getting pregnant. She emphasizes the importance of learning to advocate for yourself and provides actionable tips on how to help others experiencing infertility.

I get it, not everyone probably wants to listen to a podcast episode on stress management but we all need to. Mostly because we have all been getting it wrong. Feeling stressed is not a badge of honor and it doesn't have to be our way of life. In this episode we will dive deeper into the definition of stress: physiologically and emotionally. This will help you better understand what you need and practical ways to improve your life... just for the heck of it. Mood meter picture with 100 emotionsSquare breathing4-7-8 breathing

It's easy to let our fear of failure stop us from trying new things. However, there is no growth in our comfort zones. In this episode, we will talk about Misogi and the confidence that comes from doing hard things.

What you think impacts how you feel and how you feel drives your behavior. Although your brain is amazing, it's also incredibly stupid sometimes. Learn how to overcome unhelpful thinking patterns to live a happier life... just for the heck of it. Cognitive Distortion examples

The only totally dead man is the one who lives forever five minutes ahead. In this episode, learn about the principle of mindfulness and how weaving it into your everyday life will bring greater peace.

"It's only letters. Only words. Only a human being" - Fredrik Backman. Be reminded about the power of words through a story of a young girl being bullied when a loving mom coming to the rescue.