You’re Not for Everyone
I’m Jackie Henderson—a mental health counselor, fitness and dance professional, memoir author, and host of a soul-stirring podcast rooted in truth and transformation.
But titles don’t define me. I’m here to wake people up.
I don’t do surface-level. I don’t do sugarcoated. I speak from lived experience—with all the pain, growth, and healing that shaped me—and I invite others to meet themselves there too.
My work sits at the intersection of emotional honesty, spiritual alignment, and physical embodiment. I help people reconnect with what’s real in a world that constantly tries to numb, distract, or divide us.
Whether I’m moving bodies through dance, guiding minds through therapy, or speaking truth into a mic, my mission is clear: To protect the vulnerable, challenge the status quo, and spark radical self-awareness.
This isn’t about playing small. It’s about reclaiming your voice, your power, and your peace—even in the chaos.
Episodes
194 episodes
E.182. Understanding Hakomi Therapy
What if your body could help you heal emotional wounds you didn’t even know you were carrying? In this episode, we explore Hakomi Therapy which is the therapy style Jackie practices. It is a mindful, body-centered approach to healin...
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14:26
E.181. Healing News & Media Burnout
In this episode, we dive into the emotional toll of constant news and media exposure. From doomscrolling to crisis fatigue, we explore how media burnout affects your mental health—and offer practical tools to help you stay informed without beco...
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19:47
E.180. Identity Fusion
In this episode, we explore identity fusion—a powerful psychological state where a person’s sense of self becomes deeply merged with a group or cause. Unlike simple group loyalty, identity fusion drives extreme commitment and self-sacrifice. We...
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20:40
E.179. Cortisol: The Stress Hormone
Jackie explores the powerful role cortisol—the body’s primary stress hormone—plays in our mental and physical health. From weight gain and anxiety to burnout and brain fog, chronic stress impacts more than we realize. Tune in to learn how corti...
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16:38
E.178. Selfish People
A selfish person prioritizes their own needs and desires above those of others, often to the detriment of others' well-being. They may lack empathy, be insensitive to the feelings of others, and be more concerned with their own personal gains.&...
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15:06
E.177. Understanding Woke Culture
"Woke culture" refers to a broader awareness of social inequalities and a push for social justice, often encompassing issues like racism, sexism, and discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals. It originated in the African American community as ...
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21:32
E. 176. The Trump Obsession
Whether you love him or hate him, whether you are MAGA or a LIB, Donald Trump has commanded our attention and has become a major obsession in our culture. Jackie explains why both sides feel the way they do. She shares how the media...
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20:12
E.175. Benefits of Laughter
Laughter, often considered "the best medicine," offers a wide array of benefits for both your physical and mental well-being including reduced stress, increased energy, and a boosted immune system. Jackie shares reasons why laughter is d...
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16:04
E. 174. Self Doubt
Self-Doubt is defined as the lack of confidence in oneself and one's abilities. Feeling doubt often stems from a combination of factors, including insecurity, lack of confidence, and a tendency to overthink or question things. It can...
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17:25
E.173. Deep Loneliness
Deep loneliness refers to chronic and persistent feelings of isolation and disconnection from others, often accompanied by a lack of meaningful relationships and a sense of emptiness or lack of belonging. Symptoms of deep loneliness can ...
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18:11
E.172. Screen & Information Overload
Screen overload, also known as digital or information overload, occurs when excessive screen time leads to mental fatigue, irritability, and other negative consequences. This can affect both adults and children, with potential impacts on sleep,...
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20:02
E.171. Being An Extremist
Being an extremist involves having extreme political and/or religious beliefs that include being intolerant, hateful, and having the potential for violence. . Extremism can be characterized by a lack of tolerance for opposing viewpoints.&...
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23:32
E.170. Spiritually Disconnected
Feeling spiritually disconnected can manifest as a lack of meaning, purpose, or connection to something larger than oneself. It can also involve feelings of emptiness, loss, or a disconnect from one's own emotions and deeper self. Jackie ...
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18:51
E.169. Seek & You Will Find
Where focus goes, energy flows. What you seek, you find! Jackie asks you to reflect on what you're seeking in life. Are you seeking a spiritual journey? Sobriety? Financial or job related success? Or are you ...
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14:21
E.168. Tools for Decision Making
Decision making is the process of making choices by identifying a decision, gathering information, and assessing alternative resolutions. Jackie provides both practical and holistic tools for making the best decisions to serve your heart,...
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16:47
E. 167. Live As If....
How we choose to live in this world is a direct outcome of our mindset. We choose our thoughts and those thoughts dictate our physical and emotional well being. Choosing to live as if you are happy and healthy lifts your immune syst...
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14:56
E.166. The Misogynist
A misogynist is someone who holds hateful, contemptuous, or prejudiced views towards women or girls. Misogyny is a type of sexism that can lead to women being treated unfairly and having lower social status than men. Jackie encourages you...
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19:27
E.165. Oppositional Defiant Disorder in Adults
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) in adults causes the individual to act out in three ways: constantly angry or in a bad mood, defiant or argumentative behaviors, and vindictiveness. This person is always starting arguments, is defiant agains...
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19:48
E.164. Old Dogs. New Tricks
Teaching older dogs new tricks can be challenging because they often have established habits, may experience physical limitations, and might have a reduced attention span, making it harder for them to adapt to new behaviors. Jackie compar...
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16:14
E.163. Fear Based Thinking
Fear-Based Thinking is how our mind works when we're in a state of fear. It narrows our focus, restricts learning, blocks compassion and creativity, and makes us more self-centered, impatient, and judgmental. In the current climate ...
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18:47
E.162. Navigating Grief During the Holiday Season
Losing a loved one is extremely painful and brings out a host of sadness and grief. Unfortunately, the holiday season can intensify these feelings of loss. Jackie provides tools to help bring peace and solace while navigating this t...
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16:47
E.161. Creating a Stress-Free Holiday Season
The holiday season can become overwhelming with obligations, gift giving, financial strains and much more. Jackie provides tools to create a holiday season that is joyful and stress free!!!
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20:53
E.160. What You Consume Matters
Every day we consume things that can either uplift us or bring us down. Social media, food, energy, alcohol and the news are just a few of the things people tend to consume on a daily basis. Jackie shares how these things affect our...
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