I Care About You

Welcome back to I Care About You, the podcast where we delve into the complexities of our emotional and mental well-being, our life's path and purpose, and our connection to self-love and resilience. I’m your host, Juliana J, and today, we’re working with affirmations to help with feelings of hopelessness. You will learn tips for using affirmations, and we will go through an affirmation practice with over 100 affirmations.

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n this heartfelt episode of I Care About You, Juliana sits down with Kelly Booker to explore what it truly means to be authentic. Kelly shares her journey of shedding expectations, embracing vulnerability, and learning how to show up as her full self in both personal and professional spaces. This conversation offers wisdom, laughter, and inspiration for anyone ready to live more truthfully and connect more deeply with themselves and others.

Since the filming of this podcast, the book's release date has been put on hold. But never fear, her Substack is a great place to explore...

Today, I want to share something deeply personal that came to me recently — an intuition download — and explore with you how judgment, especially toward those we love, can often be a mirror to our own shame, fear, and shadows. This is going to be a vulnerable conversation. I share this not because I have all the answers, but because I’m walking the path of seeing more clearly — and I believe in the power of witnessing our shared human experience. So let’s talk about this!

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Welcome back to I Care About You, the podcast where we delve into the complexities of our emotional and mental well-being, our life's path and purpose, and our connection to self-love and resilience. I’m your host, Juliana J, and today, we’re working with affirmations to heal from disappointment and despair.

About Juliana J Please support the show and my work! https://coff.ee/julianajbruno

Links to order my book, Reasons to Live: https://www.julianajbruno.com/

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I’ve been sitting with something lately — an intuition download that kept nudging me: judgment isn’t just about others. It’s a mirror. A mirror to our own fears, insecurities, and hidden parts we’ve shoved away. Especially when it comes to those we love — parents, caregivers, people who shaped us. I share this not because I’ve cracked the code, but because I’m walking this journey with you. Because I believe in the healing that comes when we see ourselves more clearly, together.

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Today on I Care About You, we welcome Sherry Richert Belul to the podcast. Sherry Richert Belul, founder of Simply Celebrate, helps people find creative, intentional, and impactful ways to celebrate life and to express love for family and friends. As a certified life coach, Sherry supports people in living their best lives, full of joy, success, engagement, and meaningful relationships. She is the author of Say it Now: 33 Creative Ways to Say I LOVE YOU to the Most Important People in Your Life, cohost of the Heart Wisdom Panel with Books That Save Lives Publishing, and co-founder of...

We’ll be looking through the lens of mindfulness, drawing on Sharon Salzberg’s Real Change: Mindfulness to Heal Ourselves and the World. I recently read this book along with her other book titled Loving Kindness: The Revolutionary Art of Happiness. Here is a link to Sharon's book and website: https://www.sharonsalzberg.com/lovingkindness.

I want to ask you a few really important questions. What if anger isn’t the enemy we often think it is? What if it has a purpose, if we can meet it with awareness rather than be consumed by it?

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Discover 5 simple ways to cultivate self-love and easy tips to get started. Welcome to I Care About You, where we explore simple, powerful ways to treat ourselves with care and build a foundation of positive self-belief. Today, we'll talk through five gentle yet effective approaches to being good to yourself and nurturing uplifting self-talk.

About Juliana J

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You think you are helping someone. You call it kindness, your moral duty, part of your spiritual path. You define yourself as a compassionate human, and you feel dedicated to spreading love in a world that seems to have lost its ability to care. You think you are doing the right thing, but are you? As we all know, helping people can be either draining or enriching. Helping can leave us feeling tired, overwhelmed, burnt out, or it can leave us feeling energized, expansive, peaceful, and even refreshed. Helping people can lead to either poisoning or enriching relationships. Helping...

Today on the I Care About You Podcast, we are unloading some deep wisdom from a person who has turned a desperate and painful situation into beautiful life lessons and an opportunity for personal growth! What an amazing conversation with Debbie Hartung, Author of Factories of Maladies, which chronicles her seven-day stay in a San Francisco Psych Ward after an attempted suicide.

TRIGGER WARNING: This podcast openly discusses suicide, mental health, cult experiences, family betrayal/heartache, and recovery.

Debbie's links:

https://www.debbiehartungart.com/

https://www.thefactoryofmaladies.com/

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Today, we welcome Sairan Aqrawi to the podcast! She is a coach, leadership mentor, and founder of GemThrive. Sairan will help us discover our passions and learn how to use them to guide our lives and career paths. We discuss how to find your passion, how to link it to a career, and what to do to achieve your goals. We also look at obstacles that might be in the way, like negative self-talk, fear, and judgment.

Sairan specializes in midlife transitions, but we can all learn from her ageless wisdom.

She has graciously agreed...

❓ Have you ever noticed how harsh we are on ourselves, saying things to our own minds we’d never say to someone we love? 🧠

Today, we discuss our inner critic and ways to shift our internal dialogue. Let me ask you a question: Have you ever noticed how harsh we are on ourselves, saying things to our own minds we’d never say to someone we love?

Recently, I’ve been reflecting on just that, and it’s startling how self‑criticism often beats us down far more than anyone else ever could. Why do we treat oursel...

Today on I Care About You, we are talking about a grounding and settling technique for those times you just need to take a pause. This episode will have a brief example of the technique for you to try! So get ready to create your inner sanctuary!

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Today on the podcast, we're discussing money and our relationship with it. How can we change our perspective on money and start co-creating our future rather than being at odds with money?

Link to Lack Mentality Podcast: https://youtu.be/wHrCwxK5xks?si=3N6zVwx81opMCrf8

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Today’s episode explores destiny and an inspiring metaphor from Jungian psychology known as the Acorn Theory—a soul-centered lens on understanding destiny.

I’ll also guide you through journaling prompts and questions to help you connect deeply with your life’s calling.

Some people believe that the universe prewrites your destiny, and some think it is what you make it. In either case, your destiny is a living blend of your innate gifts, the paths you choose, and the meaning you build along the way.

Prompt 1: “When have I felt most myself—fully alive...

Today, we're exploring a topic that affects us all: forgiveness. It's not just a moral virtue or a spiritual practice; it's a profound act of self-care with tangible benefits for our mental and physical well-being.

We will discuss how forgiveness affects your mind, brain, and body, and explore why it can be so challenging to forgive. We also discuss steps you can take to initiate your forgiveness process.

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Today, on I Care About You, we’re going to talk about something that almost everyone struggles with, whether we realize it or not: giving yourself permission to slow down. We are going to talk about why we feel the need to be working, moving, and doing all the time, what is does to us over the long haul, and how we can give ourselves permission to slow down. 

If you’ve ever felt like you’re living life in the fast lane—like you’re always behind, never doing enough, or constantly pushing yourself to be productive...

This week, we welcome Author Andy Campbell to the podcast! What a great discussion about overcoming and thriving even when the odds are stacked against you. Andy Campbell is a resilient survivor and inspirational author who has overcome numerous life-altering challenges—a victim of childhood sexual abuse and bullying, the loss of his mother at an early age, and the eventual estrangement from his father, his battle with stage 4 pancreatic cancer, and the loss of his youngest son to suicide. Despite enduring multiple surgeries, grueling chemotherapy treatments, and the tragic loss of his youngest child, he has demonstrated remarkable st...

Today, on I Care About You, we're exploring a topic that many of us have grappled with: the feeling of being the "different one" in every room. If you've ever felt like an outsider, even among friends or family, this episode is for you. We'll explore this experience through the lens of Carl Jung's analytical psychology, focusing on the concept of archetypes and, in particular, the "Outsider" archetype. Although the Outsider is a composite, we include it as an archetype. Are you an Outsider, a Wounded Healer, or both? Let's explore!

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Are you an outsider? You do see yourself as an outsider?

In this episode of the I Care About You Podcast, we dive deep into the persona of an outsider. Why we may resonate with the persona, how it helps and hurts us, and what we can do to find balance and connection. I talk about how I built it up in my mind as something "cool" about me, but then I realized the self-definition of an outsider was hurting me.

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Today we're exploring a transformative journey: becoming "high vibe" by embracing your true self and releasing the weight of others' expectations. If you've ever felt pressure to conform to standards that don't resonate with your heart, this episode is for you. We'll delve into what it means to be "high vibe," how to let go of external pressures, and how to cultivate a life filled with joy, love, and authenticity.

About Juliana J

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Welcome back to I Care About You, the podcast where we explore the raw, the real, and the resilient parts of being human. Today, we're exploring a topic that affects us all: forgiveness. It's not just a moral virtue or a spiritual practice; it's a profound act of self-care with tangible benefits for our mental and physical well-being.

About Juliana J

Links to order my book, Reasons to Live: https://www.julianajbruno.com/

Join my Newsletter: https://www.julianajbruno.com/contactme

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Welcome back to I Care About You, the podcast where we talk about the real, raw, and sometimes messy parts of being human. Today, we’re diving into something we all struggle with: procrastination. We all do it—whether it’s avoiding emails, pushing off creative projects, or waiting until the last minute to do something important. But why do we procrastinate? And more importantly, how can we break free from it? 

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Welcome back to I Care About You, the podcast where we explore the tender, messy, beautiful work of healing, resilience, and living with intention. I’m your host, Juliana Bruno, and today we’re digging into something that affects all of us, whether we talk about it or not: happiness. 

But not the glossy Instagram version of happiness. Not the “good vibes only” kind. I’m talking about deep, sustainable, science-backed well-being—the kind that includes sadness, purpose, connection, and growth. Today, we’re diving into the 2025 World Happiness Report, a global snapshot of what’s really helping people thrive and what isn’t. 

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In today’s episode, we’re diving into a simple yet powerful practice: using positive affirmations in meditation to shift your mindset and improve your outlook on life. You’ve probably heard the phrase “thoughts become things”—but how often do we pause to consciously choose the thoughts we want to grow?

When paired with meditation, positive affirmations aren’t just fluffy feel-good phrases. They’re intentional seeds we plant in the fertile soil of stillness, helping us reshape how we see ourselves, our challenges, and our future.

So whether you’re new to affirmations or you’re looking...

Today, we’re diving into something that might just change your relationships, stress levels, and overall sense of peace in your daily life. It’s a deceptively simple idea that’s gone viral, and it comes from someone I deeply respect: author and motivational speaker Mel Robbins. It’s called… The Let Them Theory.

The Amazing Mel Robbins: https://www.melrobbins.com/

Her Book: https://www.melrobbins.com/book/the-let-them-theory/

Prompts we talked about:

🖊️ Prompt 1: Who in your life are you trying to change or control right now?

🖊️ Prompt 2: What would it feel l...

Today on I Care About You, we’re diving into a cultural phenomenon that’s been buzzing across TikTok and beyond: Lucky Girl Syndrome. It’s the idea that if you truly believe you’re lucky and that everything is always working out for you, then… it will. Sounds magical, right? But is it a mindset hack or just another way to spiritually bypass the hard stuff? Let’s get into it!

Feel free to explore these resources to deepen your understanding of manifestation and positive psychology. Resources Mentioned:

Vox Article on Lucky Girl Syndrome

Verywel...

Welcome back to I Care About You, a space for honest conversations about healing, self-love, and becoming the person you truly are. I'm your host, JulianaJ—and I'm so grateful you're here. Today I want to talk about something that shows up for all of us—something quiet, sneaky, and powerful: beliefs. Not conscious like “I believe pineapple belongs on pizza” or “I believe in climate change”— I mean the deep ones… The ones that whisper in your head when you try something new. The ones that tell you who you are, and more importantly… who you’re not. So today’s episode i...

Today, we’re talking about something so important—the energy of relationships. Have you ever noticed how some relationships make you feel lighter, inspired, and more confident, while others leave you drained, questioning yourself, or just plain exhausted? That’s because every relationship carries a vibe, an energy. And whether we realize it or not, that energy affects us mentally, emotionally, and even physically. If you are in a relationship with a low-vibe person, you may become low-vibe and vice versa. You may also struggle with self-worth and other effects. This is the difference between being in a low-vibe relati...

Today, we welcome Molly Booker to the podcast to discuss finding ourselves when everything goes wrong.

Molly Booker is an accomplished author, former pastor, and suicide prevention advocate. A proud lesbian and devoted family woman, she resides with her wife, child, and a menagerie of beloved pets. Passionate about vulnerable conversations and unearthing the beauty in imperfection, Molly uses her writing to inspire connection and growth. Discover the Beauty in Life’s Chaos with Molly Booker’s New Memoir, Magic in the Mess. Embracing life’s imperfections is an art, and Molly Booker masterfully illustrates this in her dee...

The power of a genuine apology.

Why does saying sorry matter to the health of your relationships?

Why is it beneficial to both the person saying sorry and the person receiving the apology?

Why can't some people say they are sorry?

We cover it all today on the podcast!

#sorry #sorrynotsorry #apologyvideo #relationship #relationshipissues #relationshipproblems #relationships

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Today on the pod, we are talking about relationship betrayal—how people betray friendships, lovers, and family. It's not just cheating, either! Today, we outline the other ways people betray a relationship, how to recognize it when it happens to you, and what to do about it! You'd be surprised at what they are! Are you being betrayed by 1000 little things? Find out!

#selfimprovement #reasonstolive #podcast #betterlife #happiness #fear #relationship #relationshipissues #relationshipproblems #healing #healingjourney

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This week on the I Care About You podcast, host Juliana Jay, author of Reasons to Live: An Interactive Guide to Healing and Overcoming Suicidal Thoughts and How to Help Others Survive, welcomes the incredible Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer—poet, teacher, speaker, writing facilitator, and poet laureate of Evermore. Her work has been featured on A Prairie Home Companion, PBS NewsHour, O Magazine, American Life in Poetry, The Washington Post’s Book Club, and even the stage of Carnegie Hall.

Her newest book, The Unfolding, is a powerful exploration of grief, resilience, and love. In this episode, Rosemerry shar...

I don't know about you, but I sometimes have difficulty getting over things. Today on the pod we go over why that might be and 6 steps you can take to get unstuck and start healing!

#selfimprovement #reasonstolive #podcast #betterlife #happiness #fear #unstuck #healing #healingjourney

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3 big life lessons I learned the hard way, and, yeah, they might sting a bit to hear. The sooner you let go of them, the better your life will be!

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Break ups are hard. Today on I Care About You I talk about an emotional break up I had and the steps I took to regain my self worth and move on. We talk about why breakups are so hard on our self-worth, what we can do about it, and how to do it.

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Today, on I Care About You, we’re diving deep into something that quietly shapes our decisions, emotions, and even our relationships—lack mentality. This belief system tells us there’s never enough: not enough money, time, love, success, or opportunities. But the truth is, this mindset limits us far more than our actual circumstances do.

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Welcome back to I Care About You, the podcast where we navigate life’s challenges with compassion, curiosity, and care. I am Juliana J, and Today, we’re talking about a specific kind of fear—not the fear of real danger, like a natural disaster, but the everyday fears that shape our choices, limit our potential and keep us in places we no longer want to be. If you are struggling with worry about judgment, not measuring up, or fear about starting something new or expanding your horizons, this podcast is for you!

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Want to have more emotional intelligence? Journaling has many benefits. Today on I Care About You, we talk about journaling, the benefits to your health and well-being as well as personal growth and understanding. How to explore your emotional intelligence and work on being more present with yourself and others.

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Moving on after a layoff, or any other ending, is hard. So many emotions, feelings, processing and challenges. It can bring up unproductive childhood beliefs, memories, and past failures as though they all happened yesterday. How do we cope? Today, on I Care About You, we talk about being laid off, endings, and the negative self-talk it can bring, along with untrue thoughts about our future, our worth, our abilities, and so on. This is a candid conversation about my recent layoff, and the issues endings bring to our thoughts and feelings of self-worth. I discuss some positive ways...