Hosted by Briana Leach - a wife, mom of three, and licensed professional counselor (LPC), this podcast covers a variety of counseling topics that all have the same foundation...taking serious topics and making them less intimidating and more accessible. Join in and learn more about yourself in this "awkward one-sided counseling session" that is short enough for a quick car ride, yet gets right to the point and challenges you to increase your self-awareness!
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Sunsets get earlier, school supplies are purchased, and spontaneous pool parties are winding down...the transition from summer to fall can bring mixed emotions for sure, and you deserve to process! In this brief episode, Briana provides four introspective questions to help you assess important parts of the summer to fall transition.
Welcome to our new game show, Name...That...Boundary! Okay not really, but if you leave personal boundaries up to a game of chance (or expecting others to mind read), it's easy to see why resentment and frustration might appear often. In this episode, Briana clarifies the role of boundaries and why they MUST be named in order to have the chance to be respected. You're not alone if this is a…
YES THIS IS THE CORRECT PODCAST! Don't be confused - this podcast was first named "Grace in Progress," so that's what you will hear in this throwback episode, and we are going all the way back to 2019 for this one! This information feels even more relevant today as I have so many people in my life walking through heavy seasons and relying on vital friendships like the ones mentioned in this…
You might be surprised during this episode as we unpack the top three myths of people-pleasing...the ones that feel like virtues but cost you more than you realize. Whether you've been carrying this pattern for years or you're just starting to notice it, this conversation will help you name what's really going on and take one step toward something freer! Website: brianaleach.com IG and FB:…
YES THIS IS THE CORRECT PODCAST! Don't be confused - this podcast was first named "Grace in Progress," so that's what you will hear in this throwback episode!! The #2 most downloaded episode of this podcast, I thought revisiting this mindfulness tool would be helpful during a busy summer season! Learn and start to use a tool I use EVERY. DAY. (5,5,5) to help you with reacting vs. responding to…
The reason summer can feel hard for parents (and anyone who typically has a school schedule) has nothing to do with your attitude and everything to do with your nervous system. School-year structure was quietly keeping you regulated...and then summer yanked it away! New episode breaking down what creative self-care actually looks like when your normal tools aren't available. 🎙️ #selfcare…
Have you ever minimized your own struggle because it didn't feel "bad enough" to deserve support? Or found yourself silently suffering through something you prayed for — because how could you complain about a blessing? That's "struggle shame." And in this episode, we're learning what it costs and what to do once you've identified it in your life - 4 easy steps! Instagram and FB: @brianaleachlpc…
Whimsy isn't an aesthetic — it's a practice. And if you've ever thought "I'm just not that kind of person," this episode is for you. We're talking about why choosing delight is harder than it sounds, what the research actually says about play and resilience, and three small ways to start. You don't have to earn the right to enjoy your life! Free printable - "25 Ways to Add Whimsy"…
YES THIS IS THE CORRECT PODCAST! Don't be confused - this podcast was first named "Grace in Progress," so that's what you will hear in this throwback episode!! I am traveling this week, so I thought I would share the MOST downloaded episode of all time...about a term I call "spiritual dismissal." This resonated with listeners over 100 episodes ago, and I thought it might still resonate this week!…
You've told the story. Multiple times, to multiple people. And yet...you still feel the same. Sound familiar? In this episode, Briana explores why you might be stuck in an emotional loop, and explains the difference between venting and processing. Short, practical, and yes - slightly calling you out. (In the best way, of course!)