The Ms. Michaela Mae Show
Welcome to The Ms. Michaela Mae Show — where real talk meets raw healing, a little randomness, and a whole lotta heart.
Hosted by author and creative soul Ms. Michaela Mae, this show dives into the messy-beautiful process of coming home to yourself — through stories, cultural commentary, and the kind of honest reflections you’d expect from a late-night conversation with your wisest (and funniest) friend.
Whether she’s unpacking Taylor Swift’s evolution, reflecting on Toby Keith’s legacy, sharing why becoming an author didn’t magically fix her life, or calling out Big Pharma for turning women into cookie-cutter clones, Michaela brings her signature mix of warmth, wit, and “say-it-out-loud” truth-telling to every episode.
It’s part pep-talk, part journal entry, and part “pull up a chair, let’s be human together.” You’ll laugh, you’ll think, and maybe — you’ll remember who you were before life told you to be anything else.
Featuring regular background commentary from Tank & Willie, her corgi co-hosts.
This Show Is For You If …
You’re a deep-thinking, big-hearted man or woman who’s:
- Outgrowing old versions of herself and craving truth over trends
- Healing from trauma or burnout while trying to rebuild her life authentically
- Learning to regulate her nervous system, reclaim her creativity, and find purpose again
- Over the fake “self-love” talk and ready for something real, unfiltered, and a little rebellious
- Drawn to meaningful conversations about culture, faith, healing, purpose, and womanhood — delivered with a wink, a laugh, and zero pretense
You believe growth doesn’t have to be sterile or spiritual-bypassy — it can be loud, messy, hilarious, and holy all at once.
Keywords & Themes
authenticity · healing · trauma recovery · creative expression · personal development · feminine energy · faith · purpose · sovereignty · nervous-system healing · writing · self-acceptance · holistic living
The Ms. Michaela Mae Show
Self-Sabotage Doesn’t Exist. Self-Protection Does.
In this episode, Ms. Michaela Mae reframes one of the biggest myths in self-development: the idea of self-sabotage.
What if you’re not sabotaging yourself at all — you’re protecting yourself?
Michaela dives into the psychology and physiology behind “stuck” behavior — showing how our nervous system, subconscious mind, and emotional body are wired to keep us safe, not sabotage us. She explores what’s really happening when we procrastinate, shut down, overthink, or repeat old patterns… and how to meet those protective parts of ourselves with compassion instead of criticism.
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If you’ve ever wondered why you can know what to do but still struggle to do it — this episode will help you connect the dots between safety, behavior, and true self-trust.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 – What If Self-Sabotage Isn’t Real?
03:10 – The Science of Safety & the Nervous System
06:45 – The Root of Procrastination, Avoidance & Shutdown
10:20 – When “Fear of Failure” Is Actually Fear of Overexposure
14:00 – Reframing Self-Sabotage as Self-Protection
18:30 – Compassion-Based Awareness & Integration
22:00 – Final Thoughts | Safety as the Foundation for Growth
LINKS:
Miley Cyrus Episode on The Ms. Michaela Mae Show
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2544416/episodes/17986305
Ozempic Episode on The Western Hippie Podcast
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1968454/episodes/16290788
KEYWORDS:
self sabotage, nervous system regulation, self protection, trauma healing, emotional safety, self trust, procrastination, inner child, subconscious mind, healing journey, self awareness