What does it really mean to reclaim your identity after trauma? This week, Sarah is joined by Carol Odell, licensed clinical social worker, therapist, author, and survivor, for a powerful conversation about life after abuse.

Carol shares insights from her memoir Girl Groomed, opening up about her own healing journey and what it takes to move beyond just surviving. Together, she and Sarah explore how trauma can shape us, but doesn’t have to define us. From finding your voice to rebuilding relationships and creating a new sense of self, this episode is a compassionate guide for anyone walking the path of healing or supporting someone who is.

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If you’ve ever stayed quiet in a meeting, held your tongue in a relationship, or worried that speaking up would come off the wrong way, you’re not alone.

This week, Sarah sits down with Siri Chilazi, co-author of Make Work Fair, for a heartfelt conversation about why it's so hard to advocate for ourselves, and how that struggle is often rooted in systems that were never built with fairness in mind. But it’s not all bad news, Siri also shares hopeful, practical ideas for how we can push for change, both in our own lives and in the structures around us. That includes real ways leaders can show up differently and create workplaces where everyone has a chance to be heard.

Whether you’re feeling stuck, burnt out, or just craving something better, this episode is a reminder that your voice matters.

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What’s holding you back from taking that first step? This week, Sarah sits down with bestselling author and speaker Mary Marantz to explore why we often feel stuck waiting for motivation, certainty, or confidence that never seems to come. Mary knows this struggle firsthand. She grew up in a trailer in rural West Virginia, far from the life she dreamed of, but step by step, she built a future beyond what she imagined.

In this conversation, Mary shares how she moved forward without feeling ready, without knowing the whole plan, and without waiting for confidence to magically appear. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to finally take action in your own life, you’ve got it now.

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Grief is one of the most painful and deeply human experiences we go through. Yet for something so universal, it often feels impossible to fully understand. This week on This Changes Everything, Sarah sits down with Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor, professor of Clinical Psychology and author of The Grieving Body, to explore why loss affects us the way it does. Dr. O'Connor shares insights on how grief changes the brain, how it manifests physically, and why healing rarely follows a straight path.

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How do our everyday conversations shape our well-being? This week, Sarah talks with Jeffrey A. Hall, co-author of The Social Biome and an expert in communication. Jeff shares how everything from deep friendships to quick chats can influence our happiness, connection, and mental health. Whether you love striking up conversations or dread small talk, this episode will help you build a stronger social diet and find joy in your daily interactions.

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What does it really mean to grace yourself? This week, Sarah sits down with performance coach and author Chris Janssen to explore how we can show up fully in our lives without shame or self-judgment. Chris has personally navigated the path of overcoming addictive patterns, and her book, Grace Yourself, goes beyond just sobriety. It’s about embracing self-compassion, resilience, and personal transformation. Together, they discuss what it takes to break free from limiting beliefs, the power of self-forgiveness, and how we can all cultivate a life rooted in grace rather than guilt.

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How can we effectively manage our emotions in times of heightened stress? This week on This Changes Everything, Sarah sits down with Kim Long, registered psychologist and director of Dóchas Psychological Services, to explore the keys to emotional resilience and well-being. Kim breaks down why she believes we shouldn’t always be so hell-bent on “self-regulating” and why true emotional balance comes from processing, not just controlling, our feelings.

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How do you make friends as an adult without it feeling awkward? Why does it seem so much harder than it was when we were kids? And how do you take a friendship from surface-level small talk to something deeper and more meaningful?

This week, Sarah is diving into all things adult friendships—answering your questions about connection, vulnerability, and what it really takes to form lasting relationships. She’s breaking down the biggest misconceptions about making friends as a grown-up, exploring the fine line between independence and emotional openness, and sharing practical ways to strengthen your friendships—especially for men who want to move past the usual "sports and work" conversations. Plus, she’s got some fascinating research on just how long it actually takes to build a true, meaningful bond.

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