This Magic Life Podcast

This Magic Life #156: How to Break the Overthinking Loop with Katherine Fleckes

Bonnie Lippincott, aka an entry level mom Season 1 Episode 156

Use Left/Right to seek, Home/End to jump to start or end. Hold shift to jump forward or backward.

0:00 | 39:41

Send us Fan Mail

Summary

In this episode, Katherine Fleckes, a licensed clinical social worker with over 30 years of experience, shares insights on overcoming anxiety, overthinking, and perfectionism. She discusses how high functioning adults can understand their inner critic, break thought loops, and set healthy boundaries to improve their well-being.

Key Topics

The root causes of thought loops and limiting beliefs
How to break out of thought loops by understanding triggers
The origin stories of behaviors developed in childhood
Strategies for setting boundaries without guilt
Recognizing early signs of burnout and self-care tips
The importance of celebrating small wins and self-compassion
Tools from cognitive behavioral therapy to challenge thoughts

Sound Bites

"Boundaries are about your energy and self-care"
"Invite your inner critic to sit and talk"
"Recognize that thoughts are not facts"


This episode of This Magic Life is sponsored by Knead Obscura LLC - Edith Harris. Through intentional bodywork, therapeutic massage, and restorative care, Edith creates space for deep relaxation, nervous system support, and reconnection to yourself. Edith’s approach is grounded in compassion, intuition, and whole-body wellness. Because caring for yourself isn’t a luxury — it’s part of living this magic life.

Knead Obscura | Clinic

Support the show

  • Website: booksbybonnielippincott.com
  • Instagram: @books_by_bonnie_lippincott
  • TikTok: @entrylevelmom
  • Email: booksbybonnielippincott@gmail.com

Charity: Baby2Baby is a national non-profit organization that provides children living in poverty with diapers, clothing and all the basic necessities that every child deserves. To learn more and get involved, visit www.baby2baby.org

People on this episode

Podcasts we love

Check out these other fine podcasts recommended by us, not an algorithm.

The Liz Svatek Show Artwork

The Liz Svatek Show

The Liz Svatek Show
A Wee Bit Obsessed Artwork

A Wee Bit Obsessed

A Wee Bit Obsessed
Tara Stiles Artwork

Tara Stiles

Tara Stiles