The Guilt Girl
"The Guilt Girl" with Grace Bithell, LCSW is the only FUN podcast devoted entirely to inappropriate guilt, toxic shame, and learning to heal from it. Every week Grace and a guest will discuss what to do to break shame cycles in motherhood, divorce, religion, body image, and every other aspect of life you can think of. Sometimes you'll also hear Taylor Swift quotes and Grace's take on pop culture. Prepare to stop feeling like you're always in trouble and to have some humor while you heal.
Episodes
13 episodes
I Would Love To Be Nonchalant But Unfortunately I Am Insane (Sorry I'm Not Low Maintenance)
summaryIn this episode, Grace Bithell celebrates her birthday with a giveaway and discusses the roles shame plays in relationships, particularly the expectation to be low maintenance. She explores the impact of shame on ex...
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Episode 12
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25:59
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Your House is Gross and that Doesn't Mean You're Lazy
In this episode, Grace Bithell discusses the realities of living in a messy house, particularly as a parent. She explores the feelings of shame and societal expectations surrounding cleanliness, emphasizing that a messy home does not define one...
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Episode 11
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29:01
Everybody Hates You: Shame and Social Anxiety
SummaryIn this episode, Grace Bithell explores the intricate relationship between shame and social anxiety, discussing how these emotions affect our interactions and self-perception. She shares personal anecdotes and insights on the imp...
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Episode 10
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27:51
Obsessive Compulsively Guilty! Whether or Not You Have OCD Listen To This Episode Because It's Interesting AF
In this episode of "The Guild Girl," host Grace Bithell delves into the complex interplay between OCD and shame. Grace, a therapist and recovering guiltaholic, shares her personal journey and professional insights on how guilt and shame manifes...
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Episode 9
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23:20
Scrupulolsity and Sex: Just this Once God Isn't Watching
Join Grace Bithell as she delves into the complex intersection of scrupulosity, religious guilt, and sexuality. In this episode, Grace shares personal insights and societal observations on how religious teachings impact our perceptions of sex, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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27:01
Femininity Means Making Everyone Likes You Always And If They Don't You're a Hag
keywordsguilt, shame, womanhood, societal expectations, self-acceptance, mental health, relationships, individuality, empowerment, feminismsummaryIn this solo episode, Grace Bithell delves into...
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Episode 7
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24:26
You Suck at Your Job, Actually You Probably Don't but it Makes a Lot of Sense that You Think You Do Because Shame in the WorkPlace is Rampant
In this insightful solo episode of The Guilt Girl Grace Bithell delves into the pervasive feelings of inadequacy and shame that many of us experience in our professional lives. Drawing from personal anecdotes and clinical insights, Gra...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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29:00
Dave Ramsey Isn't Jesus And Your Money Isn't Moral
Join Grace Bithell as she sits down with Cody Fackrell, a licensed clinical social worker and financial coach, to explore the intricate relationship between shame and money. Discover how emotional spending, budgeting, and financial therapy can ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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28:27
What Happened To You Was Your Fault. No It Wasn't. And You Couldn't Have Prevented It. Here's Why You Actually Have Shame After Childhood Trauma
In this comprehensive episode, we explore the intricate web of emotions tied to childhood trauma, focusing on the pervasive feelings of shame and inappropriate guilt that often linger long after the experiences of childhood neglect and abuse. O...
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Episode 4
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32:18
Oops You Ruined Your Marriage, JK Divorce is No Fault
Join Grace Bithell as she delves into the complex emotions of guilt and shame surrounding divorce with Olivia Howell, CEO of Fresh Starts Registry. Together, they explore the societal and cultural pressures that contribute to these feelings and...
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Episode 3
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30:24
Bodies, Bodies, Bodies and Why You Feel Shame About Yours
In this insightful episode of "The Guilt Girl," Grace Bithell sits down with licensed therapist MarjAnn Ober to explore the profound impact of media on self-perception and body image. They delve into how modern beauty standards, perpetuated by ...
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Episode 2
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36:19
Guiltaholics Anonymous
In this deeply personal episode of "The Guilt Girl," Grace Bithell opens up about her lifelong battle with OCD, specifically scrupulosity OCD, and the pervasive feelings of guilt and shame that have shaped her life. From childhood experiences o...
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Episode 1
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26:19