Ever wondered how someone goes from chaotic childhood to taking control of their life—and laughing through the mess? In this first episode of Ditching the Dysfunction, I introduce myself, my story, and the no-BS approach that powers this show. From questioning my parents at age five to rewiring my brain with coaching and psychotherapy tools, I share how I learned to disrupt the narratives, face the shadows, and start living on my terms. Expect laughs, raw honesty, and a little f-bomb here and there. Let’s ditch the dysfunction—together.
Takeaways
Stacie Spiler introduces her podcast focused on overcoming dysfunction.
Childhood experiences shape our narratives and patterns.
Disrupting negative stories is key to transformation.
Accountability is often mistaken for blame.
Big emotions can be embraced as friends, not enemies.
Contempt signals when personal boundaries are violated.
Emotions are not ugly; they teach us important lessons.
Simplicity in healing is often complicated by trauma.
Listeners are encouraged to reclaim their power.
Shadows can be seen as secret superpowers rather than enemies.
Titles
Ditching the Dysfunction
Sound bites
"We mistake accountability for blame."
"Maybe this anger is my friend."
"They're not ugly, they're not catastrophic."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Ditching Dysfunction
00:59 Childhood Reflections and Early Realisations
03:58 Disrupting Negative Narratives
05:53 Embracing Emotions and Patterns
09:38 Conclusion and Next Steps
