In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Hurt, April and Andrea unpack the phrase we all use but rarely mean: “I’m fine.” Together, they explore how this universal mask hides our true emotions, creates disconnection, and keeps us in survival mode. They reflect on the childhood messages that taught us to suppress feelings, the exhaustion of constant masking, and how perfectionism, people-pleasing, and over-giving often keep us from authenticity.

With warmth and humor (including a memorable bra analogy), they share practical tools like grounding exercises and gentle self-regulation practices to help us recognize when we’re hiding, soften the inner critic, and safely return to alignment. This episode is a reminder that healing starts with awareness, choice, and the courage to show up as our real selves.