Don-ations
Don-ations is the place you come to when you want to slow down and make sense of it all. It’s for the overthinkers, the feel-everythings, and anyone trying to grow without losing who they are. Some weeks it’s just me, other times I’m joined by friends who bring their own stories and perspectives. Together, we dive into the moments of love, healing, friendship, identity, and the messy middle of growing, and turn them into reminders that you’re not behind, you’re just becoming. I’m not here to fix you. I’m here to think it through with you.
Episodes
62 episodes
Learning To Notice Instead Of Manage
We talk a lot about awareness but sometimes what we call awareness is just fear in disguise. This week, I explore the quiet difference between noticing your life and trying to control it, and how one small practice helped me find peace again in...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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15:30
Don-Sessions: The Space Between Fate & Choice w/ Gloria & Clipper
Sometimes life gives you a fight you didn’t sign up for. Gloria and Clipper know that better than anyone. In this episode, we talk about waiting, strength, and what it means to keep living even when you don’t know what’s next.
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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49:56
Apparently it’s illegal to be excited now
Why do we downplay the things we’re excited about, like it’s a crime to care too much? In this episode, I talk about where that shows up in everyday life, the weight it carries, and what it means to finally let yourself feel it fully.
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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16:44
The things we don’t ask end up being truths we never learn
This week, I’m talking about the questions we don’t ask and how they shape the stories we never get to hear. It’s about family, memory, and the kind of legacy that is shared in unforgettable ways.
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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14:47
I kept calling it a gap, but it gave all it was supposed to give
I’m talking about the gifts and gaps that come from the people who raised us. The things they gave us out of love, and the things we’ve had to work through. I share some of my own stories and what stuck with me, what shaped me, and what I’m sti...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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35:56
I didn’t expect to grieve the growth, but here we are
Feeling the absence of someone really helped me recognize where grief was in other parts of my life, and what emerged from reflecting on it is this idea that grief isn't solely about what we've lost, but about seeing what remains more clearly. ...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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36:11
I’m not diminishing, I’m downshifting
Not every move forward looks like an upgrade. Sometimes it’s about letting go of the heavy stuff so you can breathe again. Karissa joins me for this week's POV to share what downshifting looks like in her world, too.Music by DayFox on Pi...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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19:54
Don-Sessions: It was easier to disappear than to disappoint / People Pleasing Pt. 2 w/ Karissa Herrera
Three years after our first conversation about people pleasing, Karissa and I reunite to explore the subtle evolution of our journey. We've both changed… not by eliminating our people-pleasing tendencies, but by creating space for ourselves wit...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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1:11:24
the shirt’s not the problem. it’s the part of me that thinks I can hide in it.
What started as reflection on a comfortable shirt has revealed something deeper: this struggle isn't really about weight at all. It's about the parts of us that seek comfort and hide when we've told ourselves we're not allowed to just live.&nbs...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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21:06
I Can't Sit Still.. And Maybe That's A Problem
In high school, I packed my days to the brim, thriving on the rush of being booked and busy. But looking back, I realize it wasn’t just about productivity—it was about avoiding stillness. Because when things got quiet, I had to sit wit...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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21:53
Showing Up... For The Food, Of Course.
My girl Rue inspired this one; she basically ignores me unless food is involved. It's what motivates her to finally get out of bed in the morning... and it got me thinking about the things that motivate us, as people, to show up in life. More i...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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14:56
This One’s For Younger Me, The Unintentional Villain Of My Flashbacks
This one’s for the time you look back on your younger years and cringe in embarrassment, or shy away in shame. In this episode, we explore the importance of re-parenting your inner child and embracing those cringe-worthy moments fr...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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19:23
Stay In The Room: Not Every Red Flag Means Run
In this milestone 50th episode, we’re diving into the art of navigating tough conversations and distinguishing between healthy discomfort and toxicity in relationships. I share personal reflections on conflict, growth, and the power of leaning ...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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16:50
Healing Through The Chaos, Not Just The Calm
The day doesn’t have to look pretty and peaceful just to say the broken parts of you are healing. Embrace the days of chaos and use them as a catalyst for breaking the cycles that have held you back for too long. Music by DayFox on Poxabay.&nbs...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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9:11
Sorry Not Sorry, But Your Apology Isn't Enough
If you've ever felt like someone's "sorry" wasn't enough after they've hurt you or done you wrong, than this is the episode for you. In it, I tackle the pitfalls of a victim mentality and stress the importance of setting boundaries when apologi...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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22:11
The Yankees Lost The World Series But Not Completely
I think there's power in showing up the way a captain does, no matter whether the chips are up or down... and I think there's strength in showing up and embracing every opportunity for transformation. Music by DayFox on Pixabay.
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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14:17
Don-sessions: Scrolling Stressed Me Out but Also Taught Me About Attachment Styles feat. Mia
What if stepping out of your comfort zone could unlock growth and deeper connections in your life? Join my good friend Mia, and I, as she shares her transformative experiences of embracing life and connection in Austin, Texas, and how much soci...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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1:01:18
My Pants Ripped and Everyone Judged Me For It
In this episode, I dive into the pressures of social media, body image, and staying true to yourself in a world obsessed with what’s “cool” and “trendy.” I share a personal story about how ripping my pants almost derailed my night, and speak ab...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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20:48
Anxiety Made Me Act Out Of Character and Now The World Is Ending
Who are you going to be? That's the question I'm learning to pause and ask myself when anxiety has me convinced that acting out without any second thought about consequences is the best move forward. Music by DayFox on Pixabay.
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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13:49
Redefining What’s Enough
Ever found yourself caught in the relentless cycle of comparison, feeling like you're just not measuring up? Girl, same.
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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13:00
Finding Beauty In Being In Need
There's something miraculous about the way a small act of kindness can send waves of change throughout our lives. Jet Baeza (Sept 2015 - April 2024) Music by DayFox on Pixaby.
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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12:00
Cherishing Through Each Season
As the pages turn, the bonds we form evolve — This episode is a homage to the relationships that weather life's varied seasons. Music by DayFox on Pixaby
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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11:11
Patience, Trust, & Aging With Grace
Unraveling the threads of perseverance and patience & discussing how they, along with trust, allow us to age with grace. Join me as I discuss how we can learn to see our own narratives in a new light. Music by DayFox
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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17:17
Don-sessions: From Trauma to Triumph & Insecurity to Intention feat. Derrick
This episode is a heart-to-heart on the beauty of human imperfection and the impact our past experiences have on the connections we forge today. Derek's insights help to illuminate the path to finding joy in the everyday, and how to fill&...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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45:35