Delanie Fischer and Kelsey Cook are traveling back in time to give their younger selves some advice. Everything from what would’ve set them up financially over the last decade, habits they wish they adopted earlier that had an enormous impact on their mental and physical health, the information that would’ve transformed their relationships, and ya know, how to avoid split ends and pyramid schemes. For exclusive rewards, and to influence content for the show, join our Patreon community:...

Delanie Fischer and Kelsey Cook are sharing their favorite hacks that make the daily demands of life more manageable -- including hot tips for untangling hair knots and cutting animals' nails, how to save a bunch of money on home decor, what you need in order to travel with more ease, mindset wizardry that stops anxiety spirals, and most importantly, tons of guidance for how we can all support Kelsey with cutting bananas. For exclusive rewards, and to influence content for the show, join our...

This week we are joined by comedian, Beth Stelling, to chat about finding fulfilling hobbies as an adult. We talk about going back to stuff we enjoyed as a kid, trying brand new things that we suck at, and all of the feelings that can come with introducing, or reintroducing, something into your life including joy, excitement, frustration, grief, and impostor syndrome. If you’re finding it hard to carve out time for fun amidst your daily responsibilities, we hope this episode gives you some...

We’re sharing our biggest lessons from the past year. Everything from how we spend time with our loved ones, changes in spending habits, healing from codependency, the importance of hobbies, and what can birth from the loss of identity. Plus, our highlights and lowlights from 2023. This year has been extra adult-y for us, how about you?? For exclusive rewards and to influence content for the show, join our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless Delanie:...

We are joined by Krista St-Germain, Master Certified Life Coach, Post-Traumatic Growth and grief expert, widow, mom, and host of The Widowed Mom Podcast. Krista opens up about the loss of her husband, the range of grief she’s experienced since, and the simple shifts that can help us process and heal. She also shares why we need to rethink the 5 stages of grief, what she dislikes about some mainstream concepts about the grieving process, and how to let go of guilt around experiencing joy after...

This week we are joined by Dr. Kate Balestrieri, founder of Modern Intimacy, sex therapist, and licensed psychologist. Dr. Kate educates us on all things enmeshment trauma and how it can impact our romantic relationships (and the types of partners we’re drawn to), our familial relationships and friendships, as well as how it shapes our identity, self-worth, and perspective about love and boundaries. Whether you don’t know much about this topic, you’re healing from your own enmeshment trauma,...

We are joined by Former Deputy Sheriff, Joy Farrow, and Technologist and Domestic Violence Survivor, Laura Frombach, to discuss street-smart safety and defensive living for women. They share practical tips for a variety of scenarios - everything from online dating to rideshares, travel to being home alone, they cover a variety of affordable tools and technology options, as well as open up about their personal and professional experiences with combatting violence. We hope the guidance in this...

This week the girls are talking situationships. They cover signs you’re in one, pros and cons, tips for defining the relationship (if you want to), and offer up their variety of personal experiences with these kinds of relationships from all ends of the situationship spectrum - including how friends with benefits turned into a marriage. Whether your situationship is working great for you, it’s been hard for a while, or you’re not really even sure how you feel about it, this episode is for...

This week, the girls are talking about the concept of a quarter-life crisis, and how they’re definitely amidst one. They discuss how it differs from what they experienced in their 20s, what feels eerily similar, and what actually helps them stabilize during times of uncertainty. They also audit some major life categories and reveal which feel great, and which feel off. If you thought you paid your dues in your 20s, but are stumblin’ around your 30+ years wondering WTF, you’re not alone! For...

This week we are joined by the creator of Zen Habits, Leo Babauta. Leo shares about how he did a 180 in his life by transforming his habits nearly two decades ago (starting with what he did to quit smoking cigarettes for good), offers his juiciest tips for lasting change, and covers the range of feelings we can experience as we simplify our lives and become more present. Whether you love learning about new productivity hacks, you’re starting or refining your minimalistic lifestyle, or you’re...

This week, the girls are talking about the concept of a quarter-life crisis, and how they’re definitely amidst one. They discuss how it differs to what they experienced in their 20s, what feels eerily similar, and what actually helps them stabilize during times of uncertainty. They also audit some major life categories and reveal which feel great, and which feel off. If you thought you paid your dues in your 20s, but are stumblin’ around your 30+ years wondering WTF, you’re not alone! For 65...

This week the girls share their very honest daily routines vs. their ideal routines. They cover a typical work day, what they do in their free time, self-care regimens, as well as the habits they’re currently working on (and massively failing at). We hope this episode gives you simple ideas for implementing more joy into your day, helps you reject the false narrative of a perfect Insta-worthy routine, and fully accepts who you are in order to establish a practice that feels sustainable and...

We’re dropping in your feed today to introduce you to the newest show from Lemonada Media that we think you’ll like: The Dough. The Dough is an eye-opening new 10-episode podcast series about the financial trapdoors any of us could fall into. From messy divorces to wellness products that are too good to be true, join host X Mayo (The Blackening, The Daily Show, Swarm) as she explores the financial flops and money myths that stand in the way of financial freedom. On this show, cash is queen,...

This week the girls share their experience with being adult children of divorce. The challenges, benefits, and how it’s impacted them overall, as well as reveal some massive aha moments they’ve had recently. They’re covering everything from struggles with boundaries and self-love to navigating their own romantic relationships and appreciating a blended family. Whether you’re an adult child of divorce yourself, or you love someone who is, we hope this episode supports your reflection, healing,...

This week Taylor, Kelsey, and Delanie are celebrating 6 years of The Self-Helpless Podcast! They’re reflecting on where they were 6 years ago with their careers, relationships, and health vs. where they are now. Everything from what they wish they would’ve known back then, their biggest insecurities, and how they’ve evolved overall as they continue to crawl in the direction of their dreams. Thank you for an awesome 6 years and cheers to 6 more! For 65 bonus episodes, exclusive rewards, and...

This week the girls are talking bucket lists. They share some of the things on their personal and professional bucket lists, the experiences they’ve crossed off their lists through the years, and how they prioritize and implement what they’d like to do next. We hope this episode not only helps you create your own unique list, but inspires you to bring it to fruition! For 65 bonus episodes, exclusive rewards, and to influence content for the show, join our Patreon community:...

This week we are joined by author and comedian, Aparna Nancherla. Aparna shares her personal experience with anxiety, depression, and impostor syndrome, the highs and lows of pursuing an unconventional career, and the biggest tools that have helped her feel as grounded as possible along the way. If you have a love-hate relationship with your creative pursuits, this is definitely the episode for you. For 65 bonus episodes, exclusive rewards, and to influence content for the show, join our...

This week the girls are doing some shadow work together. They share how their shadow self pops up in their personal and professional lives, some of their biggest triggers, and what they do to integrate this part of themselves with who they want to be. They’re talking about judgment, guilt, shame, jealousy, restlessness, anger, and anxiety. This one’s a real doozy so strap in. For 65 bonus episodes, exclusive rewards, and to influence content for the show, join our Patreon community:...

This week the girls share some of their favorite go-to simple, daily pleasures. The things that can help them out of a funk, fill them with gratitude, and instantly promote joy and well-being. Tune in for inspiration to be more present and practical tips for infusing authentic peace and enjoyment into your day. For 65 bonus episodes, exclusive rewards, and to influence content for the show, join our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless Delanie:...

This week Delanie’s chatting with her friends about their experiences with pregnancy, childbirth, and their transition into motherhood. Her friends are dishing out their favorite tips and tools that they wish they would’ve known about earlier, the unexpected challenges they faced, and what they’ve enjoyed most about becoming mothers. Whether you’re a new parent, or you’re considering becoming one, everything from postpartum depression and adult diapers, to how the heck to find more mom...

This week the girls discuss some of their experiences with money. They share how their beliefs around money have evolved, pivotal moments in their careers that impacted their approach to making money, and the simple tips and tools they’ve implemented to spend, save, and share in a way that feels great for them. Whether you think money is an awesome tool, the root of all evil, or something in the middle, let’s talk about it! For 65 bonus episodes, exclusive rewards, and to influence content...

This week the girls discuss their dear old friend, overthinking. They share exactly what happens inside their minds during their own overthinking spirals (including how they even overthought the recording of this episode), the areas of their lives where overthinking spirals are most prevalent, and the action steps, prompts, and exercises that support them with reducing the anxiety and rumination caused by these unhelpful thought loops. Whether you’re a chronic over-thinker, perfectionist, or...

As a bonus, we wanted to highlight a Lemonada Media podcast we love called Add to Cart. Join comedian-writer-director Kulap Vilaysack and veteran journalist SuChin Pak, in a subversive take on consumerism. Every Tuesday, they have honest, revealing (sometimes TMI) conversations about all the big and little things they're adding to, or removing from their carts. They decide what's worth the monetary/emotional investment, and what's not. From beauty products and health trends to celebrities and...

This week the girls discuss the 4 phases of the menstrual cycle (menstruation, the follicular phase, ovulation, and the luteal phase) and how they relate to the four seasons of winter, spring, summer, and fall. They explore how to use each phase to your advantage in both your personal and professional life, holistic tips for managing hormonal shifts throughout your cycle, and they also reveal some hilarious period stories of their own. Let’s all soak up this information that we should’ve...

This week the girls reveal their favorite quotes of all time! The ones that have inspired them in times of indecision, comforted them in times of heartbreak, and the quotes that continue to give them a boost of courage when pursuing their freakin’ dreams. Get ready to feel totally amped after this quotable buffet! For 65 bonus episodes, exclusive rewards, and to influence content for the show, join our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless Delanie:...