Podcast Episodes

Your Four Quarters

Episode 97

Dora compares the week ahead to four quarters of a basketball game, reminding us how a little break can make the week better.

Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. S…

Published on 4 months ago

Embrace Empathetic Joy

We can choose to find joy in other's happiness, even when we're not exactly sitting on the beach.

Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulne…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

Deal Better with Feedback

It's hard not to take feedback personally, especially when it isn't positive. But we can choose to use tough feedback to grow.

Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing.…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

Get "Unstuck"

When we're stuck in a job or situation that isn't ideal, we can still do small things to brighten our day and feel more like ourselves.

Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric…

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago

Returning to Toxicity: Navigating Workplace Anxiety with Friends

Going back to work on Monday morning can feel daunting when you're dealing with a toxic environment or complicated friendships. In this episode, we delve into the anxiety that arises from these chall…

Published on 5 months ago

Performance Pressure: Facing Work Criticism Head-On

Review season and looming performance critiques can make Sunday nights feel endless. We unpack the anxiety around work criticism — whether it stems from your job, internal self-doubt, or both — and e…

Published on 5 months, 1 week ago

Job Jitters: The Anxiety of Looming Layoffs

The dread of Sunday night can hit even harder when job security is on shaky ground. In this episode, we discuss the emotional toll of looming layoffs, how to cope with uncertainty, and strategies for…

Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago

Unemployed and Anxious: Navigating the Sunday scaries Without a Job

Facing another Sunday night while all your friends prepare for the workweek can feel isolating and disheartening. In this episode, we explore the anxiety of unemployment, the struggle with identity o…

Published on 5 months, 3 weeks ago

Always Wanting More: The Unending Quest for Time Off

Do you feel like no matter how much time off you have, it's never enough? In this episode, we explore the concept of anticipatory Sunday scaries, discussing why the anxiety of returning to work can o…

Published on 5 months, 4 weeks ago

Freelance Life: When Sundays Are Just Another Workday

When you’re a freelancer, the lines between work and rest can blur, turning Sundays into a day of stress rather than relaxation. In this episode, we explore the unique Sunday scaries of freelance lif…

Published on 6 months ago