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IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
Rachel Varkey
70 episodes
4 days ago
Look — we’re all guilty of it. It’s so much easier to say “it’s fine” than to navigate the complexity of our very real, adult problems. "It's Fine" offers women, just like show host Rachel Varkey, to let it out, put it out there, and start talking about all the things we're not really fine on. From our lack of fulfillment, careers, relationships, mental health, self-love, and everything in between — we're going to admit what we're not fine about. If you'd like to learn more about this podcast and Rachel Varkey, visit www.rachelvarkey.com or find Rachel on Instagram @rachelvarkey.
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Look — we’re all guilty of it. It’s so much easier to say “it’s fine” than to navigate the complexity of our very real, adult problems. "It's Fine" offers women, just like show host Rachel Varkey, to let it out, put it out there, and start talking about all the things we're not really fine on. From our lack of fulfillment, careers, relationships, mental health, self-love, and everything in between — we're going to admit what we're not fine about. If you'd like to learn more about this podcast and Rachel Varkey, visit www.rachelvarkey.com or find Rachel on Instagram @rachelvarkey.
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IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
069: Get To Know Your Pelvic Floor with Sara Reardon

THIS EPISODE IS RELATIVELY GRAPHIC FOR THE SQUEAMISH AND IS EXTREMELY PERSONAL. IF YOU'RE NOT INTO THAT - SKIP THIS EPISODE.

I am chatting with Sara Reardon, a board-certified women’s health and pelvic floor therapist specializing in the treatment of pelvic floor muscle dysfunction in men and women. On this episode, we’ll talk about: 

  • What the pelvic floor actually is 

  • What are some of the challenges that you might face when you have a tight or weak pelvic floor 

  • How the pelvic floor is integral to many seasons and stages of women's health


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1 year ago
45 minutes 41 seconds

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
068: How to Stay Married with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish

 I am chatting with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish. She is a clinic psychologist, mom of 2, and the author of “I Didn’t Sign Up For This”: A Couples Therapist Shares Real-Life Stories of Breaking Patterns and Finding Joy in Relationships... Including Her Own

 On this episode, we’ll talk about: 

  • Moments when we start to see the friction of our relationships and how to tackle that change

  • How our biggest issues with our partners might be more about ourselves than we think 

  • Strategies on how to “communicate” our needs more effectively 


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1 year ago
32 minutes 9 seconds

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
067: What Are You Living Your Life For? with Deanna Figurito

You’re listening to the summer series of the It’s Fine. Podcast. I’ve decided to take a recording break this summer because well, transitioning into working motherhood and balancing life has been CHALLENGING.


For the full episode with Deanna, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4bLhhvwP9rIGX2OSlenp88?si=51fda2916d0540ff

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1 year ago
12 minutes 44 seconds

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
066: Be Nicer To Your Younger Self with Elaine Evans

You’re listening to the summer series of the It’s Fine. Podcast. I’ve decided to take a recording break this summer because well, transitioning into working motherhood and balancing life has been CHALLENGING.


For the full episode with Elaine, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3glrnnzBqNhY0Mmb7tBeII?si=paDrfSSGTaSv-9vEDQIy1A

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1 year ago
43 seconds

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
065: I'm Currently Experiencing Anxiety with Nadia Florita

You’re listening to the summer series of the It’s Fine. Podcast. I’ve decided to take a recording break this summer because well, transitioning into working motherhood and balancing life has been CHALLENGING.


For the full interview with Nadia, please listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Y2P3RXnQ3ODAaroTDVACe?si=YDfuzdxkQJinjXGLBd7uTw

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1 year ago
44 seconds

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
064: The Root Cause of Your Burnout with Nina Nesdoly

You’re listening to the summer series of the It’s Fine. Podcast. I’ve decided to take a recording break this summer because well, transitioning into working motherhood and balancing life has been CHALLENGING.


For the full episode with Nina, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3UHqLGPaU2hUzcWzlaG1Xb?si=a0utg1jlSuKlwBH_C5Q4Ow

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1 year ago
12 minutes 1 second

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
063: How Close Are You to A Complete Shut Down? (Living with Depression) with Amanda Armstrong

Thanks for listening to the "It's FINE." podcast. I am currently on maternity leave and am re-sharing my favorite nuggets of wisdom from the 2023 podcast year.


For the full episode with Amanda, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/47RLDIMbJxoo6oFy9tpZBc?si=6x8-bpluSWSrxiba1nEIyA



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1 year ago
13 minutes 9 seconds

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
062: “Getting Your Body Back” (And The Things We Tell Ourselves) with Anna Victoria

Today, I am chatting with Anna Victoria. She is the founder of Vitalura Labs and Bodylura Nation.

On this episode, we’ll talk about: 

  • Learning to love our body in different seasons and changing our motivations

  • Ways to know your body is changing without getting on the scale 

  • Anna’s simple hacks to working towards your body goals  


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1 year ago
45 minutes 2 seconds

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
061: Should I Freeze My Eggs with Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh

Today, I am chatting with Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh. She has 20+ years working in fertility care and the host of the Egg Whisper Podcast. On this episode, we’ll talk about: 

  • What the egg freezing process looks like 

  • What the emotional conversations are around wanting to freeze your eggs (ie: like using donor sperm) 

  • What you can gain from learning more about egg and embryo freezing (especially if you aren’t sure what the future looks like)


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1 year ago
33 minutes 23 seconds

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
060: Learning How to Trust Your Gut with Tracy Vadakumchery

Today, I am chatting with Tracy Vadakumchery, the Bad Indian Therapist. She addresses toxic guilt and shame that affect cultural norms and South Asian mental health, along with all things people-pleasing anxiety and culturally-related stress and trauma. 

On this episode, we talk about 

  • How our ethnic communities might keep us from trying to explore the right kinds of support 

  • What trusting our gut can look like and why we struggle to trust it 

  • A simple way to identify your values 

Tracy is accepting new clients in New York, Florida, and California and also offers 2 free Facebook groups for South Asian Americans and therapists in need of support. Please visit her website to book your free intro call, and join Misfit Chaat House or South Asian Therapists and Healers Network to learn more about The Bad Indian Therapist! You can also find Tracy as the Bad Indian Therapist on Instagram and TikTok. 

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1 year ago
36 minutes 28 seconds

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
059: What Matters as a Mom of a Newborn with Dr. Mona (The Feeding Debate)

Today, I am chatting with Dr. Mona, a pediatrician and host of podcast “The Peds Doc Talk”. On this episode, we will talk about: 

  • The feeding debate - breastfeeding vs. formula

  • The best ways to care for yourself as mom of a newborn 

  • What bonding looks like and what should be priority one 

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1 year ago
28 minutes 22 seconds

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
058: Mental Load with Paige Connell

Today, I am chatting with Paige Connell (sheisapaigeturner on socials). Paige is a working mother of four who uses her platform on TikTok and Instagram to share her thoughts on the mental load, parenting, and her career. Her goal is to raise awareness about the mental load of motherhood and advocate for equitable relationships for couples. 

On this episode, we’ll talk about: 

  • What is mental load 

  • Where does mental load show up and examples of it 

  • How mental load can impact our relationships, especially our marriages 

  • And how we can leverage tools like Fairplay by Eve Rodsky to level the playing field

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1 year ago
42 minutes 46 seconds

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
057: Toxic Cycle Breaking (Cycle Breaking Parenting) with Harriet Shearsmith
Today, I am chatting with Harriet Shearsmith, creator of the podcast Unfollowing Mum and certified empowerment coach. On this episode, we’ll talk about:  What is cycle breaking and how can we become aware of it  How we can identify what cycles and patterns to break in our adult lives How we can know we are actively repairing and restoring our relationships in our adult lives with the people around us, especially our kids  Tips for cycle breaking parenting 
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1 year ago
38 minutes 59 seconds

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
056: Healing as a Daughter of Immigrants with Dr. Pauline Peck

Today, I am chatting with Dr. Pauline Yeghnazar Peck. She is a licensed psychologist and an Iranian-Armenian daughter of immigrants. On this episode, we talk about: 

  • The common clashes between daughters of immigrants and their caregivers

  • What those clashes can do to our identity and self worth 

  • What the daughter of immigrants healing journey look like (and it’s probably  not what you think) 

If you are interested in learning about Dr. Pauline Peck and her work, here are the best ways to connect with her

  • Instagram, Tik Tok, and Pinterest: @paulinethepsychologist 

  • Schedule a Session with Her Team: www.noortherapyandwellness.com

  • The Culture & Connection Transformation Program -  1:1 month-long, high-touch educational program for the daughters of immigrants

  • The Roots and Fruits Group Program - a month-long educational and experiential program for the daughters of immigrants

    • Interest Form

  • Resources like: 

    • Free Translation Guide for Communicating with Your Immigrant Parents


      Free CULTURED Book Club: Monthly curated picks on all things children of immigrants x mental health (e.g., intergenerational trauma, immigration, cultural identity development)

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1 year ago
30 minutes 26 seconds

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
055: Eldest Daughter Syndrome with Israa Nasir (Oldest Daughter)

Today, I am chatting with Israa Nasir. She is a mental health speaker, a psychotherapist, and a self-help author. On this episode, we’ll talk about: 

  • Birth order and how it can influence our development and ways we connect with our families

  • The eldest sister profile 

  • How to manage resentments as an eldest sister 

  • How to set boundaries and prioritize self care to heal as an eldest sister 

Eldest Daughter Syndrome Masterclass 

Israa is hosting a three part masterclass on how to manage and overcome ““Eldest Daughter Syndrome”. Just because you were born as an eldest daughter does not mean that you have to be unhappy in life, and always put others first. You deserve the same happiness as everyone else. I’ll link more details in the show notes. 

Just because you were born as an eldest daughter does not mean that you have to be unhappy in life, and always put others first. You deserve the same happiness as everyone else.I invite you to sign up for the waitlist, for this 3-part masterclass on how to manage and overcome “Eldest Daughter Syndrome”. You will receive more details through email once you sign up for the waitlist. A 3 part masterclass coming in Spring 2024. https://www.israanasir.com/courses 



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1 year ago
42 minutes 53 seconds

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
054: The Birth of a Mother (Matrescence) with Kendra Williams

Today, I am chatting with Kendra Williams. She is matrescence activist, mentor, and coach. On this episode, we’ll talk about: 

  •  What is matrescence and how it can show up in all facets of early motherhood 

  • What areas we can be most impacted by the transition to motherhood 

  • What value setting can look like a mother 


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1 year ago
42 minutes 1 second

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
053: Is Someone Crossing Your Boundaries? With Tiye Chambers

Thanks for listening to the "It's FINE." podcast. I am currently on maternity leave and am re-sharing my favorite nuggets of wisdom from the 2023 podcast year.


In 2024, my hope for you is to not let any limiting beliefs (see episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VLsQNn1zVeSZPtnwdg2dd?si=05tzA8CyRYG3u3wfB8cnnA) keep you from the your better than fine life.


If you're interested in listening to Tiye's full interview, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/325Z3Kirw8pKGE3rcCsXA7?si=Vfg19xFDQsqJrG8DcQ6VnQ

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1 year ago
12 minutes 44 seconds

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
052: Finding Your One (Not Just the One Your Parents Want For You) with Natasha Mahani

Thanks for listening to the "It's FINE." podcast. I am currently on maternity leave and am re-sharing my favorite nuggets of wisdom from the 2023 podcast year.


In 2024, my hope for you is to not let any limiting beliefs (see episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VLsQNn1zVeSZPtnwdg2dd?si=05tzA8CyRYG3u3wfB8cnnA) keep you from the your better than fine life.


If you're interested in listening to the Natasha's full interview, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3gWSsXdwO3aQxqkvRJ4YY4?si=W9gu6lkLQBK1AN_zfTk8PA

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1 year ago
14 minutes 4 seconds

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
051: Are You Feeling Guilty for Living Your Life? with Rachel Ann

Thanks for listening to the "It's FINE." podcast. I am currently on maternity leave and am re-sharing my favorite nuggets of wisdom from the 2023 podcast year.


In 2024, my hope for you is to not let any limiting beliefs (see episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VLsQNn1zVeSZPtnwdg2dd?si=05tzA8CyRYG3u3wfB8cnnA) keep you from the your better than fine life.


For the full episode with Rachel, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5GJ9MSMEWZakhSP3HHl3p7?si=NhCuCyMxRXONQpDEeHLUeQ

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1 year ago
14 minutes 55 seconds

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
050: Is Performing For Your Family Really Worth It? with Morgan Pommells

Thanks for listening to the "It's FINE." podcast. I am currently on maternity leave and am re-sharing my favorite nuggets of wisdom from the 2023 podcast year.


In 2024, my hope for you is to not let any limiting beliefs (see episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VLsQNn1zVeSZPtnwdg2dd?si=05tzA8CyRYG3u3wfB8cnnA) keep you from the your better than fine life.


If you're interested in listening to Morgan's full interview, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5hhc7orvURCMxIEdvtEltI?si=39551de3fca149f0

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1 year ago
9 minutes 22 seconds

IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey
Look — we’re all guilty of it. It’s so much easier to say “it’s fine” than to navigate the complexity of our very real, adult problems. "It's Fine" offers women, just like show host Rachel Varkey, to let it out, put it out there, and start talking about all the things we're not really fine on. From our lack of fulfillment, careers, relationships, mental health, self-love, and everything in between — we're going to admit what we're not fine about. If you'd like to learn more about this podcast and Rachel Varkey, visit www.rachelvarkey.com or find Rachel on Instagram @rachelvarkey.