Episode Details

Emotions can feel overwhelming when we rush to fix them instead of understanding them. In this episode, Laura Jane sits down with Kati Morton, LMFT, for a thoughtful conversation about emotional awareness, self-trust, and learning to pause before reacting. Together, they explore why our feelings matter, how curiosity can replace judgment, and what it looks like to build a healthier relationship with your inner world. If you've ever felt unsure how to handle big emotions or wished you could respond with more calm and clarity, this episode offers simple shifts you can start practicing right away. Listen in and try this week's challenge to meet your emotions with compassion instead of pressure.

Key takeaways to listen for

• How curiosity helps you understand feelings without getting stuck in them

• The difference between reacting and responding with intention

• Why self-trust grows when you allow emotions

• One way to reduce emotional intensity

• Simple practices that support emotional regulation in everyday moments

Resources mentioned in this episode

• Why Do I Keep Doing This? by Kati Morton LMFT | Kindle and Hardcover

About Kati Morton

Kati Morton, LMFT, is a licensed therapist, author, and mental health educator best known for making therapy accessible through digital media. With over a decade of clinical experience, she specializes in anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, and self-harm recovery. Kati is the creator and host of the long-running YouTube channel Kati Morton, where she provides evidence-based mental health education to millions worldwide. She is also the author of Are u ok? and Traumatized, and frequently collaborates with clinicians, creators, and organizations to reduce stigma and improve mental health literacy.

Connect with Kati

• Website: Kati Morton

• Instagram: @katimorton

• TikTok: @katimorton

• YouTube: Kati Morton

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