Shows / Wired & Worthy
Wired & Worthy
Ever been told you’re too sensitive, too emotional, or just too much? You’re not. You’re wired differently, and you’ve been worthy all along. Hosted by Dr. Amelia Kelley, Wired and Worthy explores the beautifully complex ways humans experience the world, from sensitivity, ADHD, and trauma to relationships, burnout, and personal growth. Through honest conversations, humor, and practical trauma-informed tools, Dr. Kelley and her guests create a space to laugh, learn, and stop apologizing for who…
Episodes
Wired & WorthyPerfection Is a Liar: And We’re Done Falling for It with Mary Marantz
Key Takeaways Fear is boring—it recycles the same script, keeping you stuck with the illusion that perfection will keep you safe. Perfectionism often hides in…
Wired & WorthyStop “Being Fine”: Honoring Real Grief (and the Buckets That Help) with Rebecca Feinglos
Key Takeaways: Grief is not a linear process with tidy stages—it’s messy, lifelong, and uniquely personal. Our culture often fails to acknowledge non-death…
Wired & WorthyAlign Your Mind: Embracing Your Inner Parts for Healing and Growth with Britt Frank
Key Takeaways: Healing begins with recognizing that all parts are good, even if not all behaviors are. Britt’s ALIGN acronym (Acknowledge, Listen, Investigate…
Wired & WorthyThe Mental and Physical Toll of Hiding Who You Are with Jessica Graham
Key Takeaways: What it means to live with both autism and ADHD (AuDHD) The hidden cost of masking and how it impacts the nervous system How to begin unmasking…
Wired & WorthyFrom Near Death to Generational Healing with Molly Duncan Part 2
Key Takeaways Generational trauma often persists because families avoid talking about pain—but healing begins with honesty. “Toxic resilience” can look like…
Wired & WorthyCutting Ties with Toxic Family: How to Do It, and Why You Might Need To with Dr. Sharon Martin
Key Takeaways: Cutting ties isn’t impulsive—it’s often the result of long-term patterns of abuse or dysfunction. “No contact” can take many forms and doesn’t…
Wired & WorthyRadical Living: 7 Spiritual Questions for a Meaningful Life with Marni Battista
Key takeaways: The seven spiritual questions that redefine success Why radical honesty is the foundation of self-trust Soul mapping: a tool to align with your…
Wired & WorthySurviving the Unthinkable: Healing from Near Death Trauma with Molly Duncan
Key Takeaways: Surviving trauma often involves not just the event itself, but the layers of grief, uncertainty, and secondary trauma that follow. Healing is…
Wired & WorthyFinding Hope After Infertility Trauma with Dr. Hillary and Dr. Kara
Key Takeaways: Fertility challenges are often a signal, not a sentence. They can be a gift pointing toward deeper healing and health. Emotional and ancestral…
Wired & WorthyHealing the Sensitive Body: The 4 Root Causes of Disease with Martin Pytela
Key takeaways: The four root causes of disease: toxicity, malnutrition, stagnation, and trauma. Highly sensitive individuals may have heightened reactions to…
Wired & WorthyEnding a Narcissistic Relationship Once and For All with Kate Anthony
Key Takeaways Narcissism exists on a spectrum—from benign to malicious—and all narcissists are abusive in some way. One of the most dangerous times in a…
Wired & WorthyWhy Men Fear Women with Gary Katz
Key Takeaways: Boys are often socialized to suppress feelings and disconnect from vulnerability—creating long-term emotional impacts. Fear of women is often…
Wired & WorthyFrom Scarcity to Abundance: Shifting from Fear to Freedom with DPAK
Key takeaways: Scarcity mindset isn’t just about money—it shows up as fear, urgency, tension, and a lack of trust in yourself and life. Your body knows before…
Wired & WorthyThe Science of Being Stuck: When It Helps and When It Hurts with Britt Frank
Key takeaways: Stuckness isn’t a character flaw—it’s a nervous system response designed to protect you. Asking “Why am I like this?” often reinforces…
Wired & WorthyADHD & Life Expectancy: Unpacking the Truth and Finding Hope with Dr. Jessica Stern
Key takeaways: Why the recent study about ADHD and shorter lifespan isn't as scary as it seems The most common risk factors associated with unmanaged ADHD How…
Wired & WorthyBeyond Hustle: Non-Toxic Productivity for High Achievers & Highly Sensitive People with Dr. Jessica Stern
Key Takeaways: Feeling drained, over-identifying with achievement, or struggling to disconnect from work. Symptoms like chronic fatigue, irritability…
Wired & WorthyUnmasking Sex Addiction: The Real Truth About Intimacy with Gary Katz
Key Takeaways: True intimacy starts when we acknowledge and accept both our polished public selves and the hidden parts we may be reluctant to face. Internal…
Wired & WorthyHealing Codependency: Finding Safety Beyond the Drama Triangle with Kitty Chambliss
Key takeaways: The Drama Triangle highlights common toxic roles in relationships—Victim, Persecutor, and Rescuer—that often stem from early life experiences…
Wired & WorthyHealing After Heartbreak: How to Date Yourself to Get Over Your Ex with Emmi Fortin
Key Takeaways: Healing begins by restoring your connection to yourself—emotionally, mentally, and physically. Movement, mindfulness, and reflection are key…
Wired & WorthyUnderstanding Highly Sensitive People and Harnessing Their Unique Strengths with Michelle Oravitz
Key Takeaways: Learn about the biological and neurological differences that define highly sensitive people, and how this evolutionary trait exists across…
Wired & WorthyHow to Soothe Your Nervous System the Polyvagal Way with Michael Allison
Key takeaways: Trauma is not about the event itself but the body’s reaction and its inability to recover, which can lock the nervous system into states of…
Wired & WorthyMusic as Medicine: Healing Anxiety, Trauma, and Empowering Yourself Through Sound with DPAK
Key takeaways: Music has a unique ability to mimic the effects of meditation, calming the mind, reducing cortisol, and lowering heart rate. Specific…
Wired & WorthyFrom Overwhelm to Empowerment: Navigating Mom Guilt and Mental Wellness with Karla Bradley and Chelsea Rizzo
Key Takeaways: Karla and Chelsea share how they met online and created a supportive community for moms, fostering connection and collaboration despite never…
Wired & WorthyPut Insomnia to Bed and Finally Get the Sleep You Need with Joseph Pannell
Key takeaways: Understanding insomnia beyond poor sleep: Insomnia isn’t just about sleeping less—it impacts every aspect of your life, from your mood to your…
Wired & WorthyNew Year, True You: Crafting Resolutions for Yourself and No one else with Stacey Simmons
Key Takeaways: Resolutions should reflect your true self. Before committing to a goal, ask: Is this for me, or for someone else? The Queen’s Path reframes…
Wired & WorthyBreaking Free from Trauma's Grip: The Power of Somatic Therapy with Peter Levine
Key Takeaways: Trauma is not just what happens to us but what we hold inside in the absence of empathetic support. Somatic Experiencing provides a gentle and…
Wired & WorthySupporting Highly Sensitive Children in Times of Stress with Amanda Robinson
Key takeaways: Highly sensitive children process overstimulation more intensely, making empathy and understanding essential in helping them navigate…
Wired & WorthyCalming the Chaos: Taming the Overthinking ADHD Adult Brain with Justin Gillespie
Key takeaways: Overthinking can be a major barrier for adults with ADHD, but understanding its patterns—like thought loops and spirals—can help break free from…
Wired & WorthyShattered Childhood: Healing from PTSD After Parental Abuse with Tom Dutta
Key Takeaways Sensitivity in leadership is often masked due to societal expectations, especially for men, but embracing it can foster authentic connections and…
Wired & WorthyExploring Sensitivity: The New Journey Begins with Dr. Amelia Kelley
Sensitivity is not a weakness but a unique strength that can be cultivated and celebrated. Nearly one-third of the population is considered highly sensitive…
Wired & WorthyFarewell Episode with Jeanne Retief
Key Takeaways: Prioritizing Well-being and Boundaries Embracing Change in the Podcast The Power of Open Communication Imposter Syndrome and Moving Forward…
Wired & WorthyThe Effect of High Sensitivity on Hashimotos and Autoimmue Disorders with Dr. Izabella Wentz
Key Takeaways: Hashimoto's: A Complex Autoimmune Condition Symptoms May Appear Years Before Diagnosis Three Key Factors Behind Autoimmunity The Thyroid and…
Wired & WorthyHow to Kick a Sugar Habit Using Self-Compassion with Dr. Theresa DeLorenzo
Takeaways Sugar cravings can stem from not eating enough throughout the day. Eating 'naked carbs' without protein can lead to increased sugar cravings…
Wired & WorthyMichelle Oravitz On Using Acupuncture to Harmonize the Nervous System and Boost Fertility
In this conversation, Dr. Amelia Kelley and Michelle discuss the intricate relationship between acupuncture, fertility, and overall women's health. Michelle…
Wired & WorthyMalaka Mims On Ethics, Values, and the Foundations of Fairness
Drs. Amelia Kelley and Jeanne, talk to Malaka Mims about the intricate relationship between ethics and fairness, addressing common misconceptions about ethics…
Wired & WorthyDr. David Rosmarin On Thriving with Anxiety
Dr. David Rosmarin joins Drs. Kelley and Jeanne to discuss the complexities of anxiety, the changes in the DSM regarding anxiety disorders, and the…
Wired & WorthyJoseph Nguyen On Not Believing Everything You Think
In this conversation, Joseph shares his journey of writing a book that encapsulates his personal struggles with anxiety and the insights he gained through…
Wired & WorthyMelissa Holder On Medical Gaslighting
Drs. Amelia Kelley and Jeanne are joined by Melissa Holder. A conversation about a rare medical condition, sarcoidosis, turns into an informative episode on…
Wired & WorthyAndrea Ashley on Trauma & The Adult Child
Andrea Ashley, host of the popular podcast The Adult Child, shares her personal story as an adult child of an alcoholic and dysfunctional family. She discusses…
Wired & WorthyJessica Baum On Attachment Patterns In Romantic Relationships
We are excited to be joined by Jessica Baum, author of the immensely successful book, Anxiously Attached: Becoming More Secure in Life and Love. She is a…
Wired & WorthyDr. Jessica Higgins On Mastering Mental Load for Empowered Relationships
We explore the concept of mental load in long-term relationships and how it can become imbalanced with our guest, empowered relationship psychologist and host…
Wired & WorthyAshley Broadwater On Navigating Freelance Journalism as a Highly Sensitive Person
In this conversation, Dr. Jeanne and Dr. Amelia interview Ashley Broadwater, a freelance writer and highly sensitive person. They discuss Ashley's journey as a…
Wired & WorthyDr. Robert Baric on the Benefits of Neurofeedback
Dr. Robert Baric shares his journey into neurofeedback and the impact it can have on various conditions. Neurofeedback can be a complementary treatment to talk…
Wired & WorthyDr. Jessica Stern on Thriving in Romantic Relationships with ADHD Partners
Dr. Jessica Stern discusses ADHD and its impact on relationships, particularly in couples where one or both partners have ADHD, or where one partner is a…
Wired & WorthyMarni Battista On How to Stop Living the "Should Life"
Marni Battista is an author, transformational life design specialist, and podcast host. She joins Drs. Jeanne Retief and Amelia Kelley today for a lively…
Wired & WorthyDr. Jeanne Retief on Anxious Skin & her FIGGI Beauty Skincare
Dr. Jeanne and Dr. Kelley discuss the impact of anxiety on the skin and the importance of skincare for mental health. They explore the benefits of using clean…
Wired & WorthyCherie Burton on Navigating Suicide Survival
Cherie Burton, host of the Soul Rose podcast and international wellness champion, joins our podcast today as we shed light on suicide, suicide survival and…
Wired & WorthyBloom Post on Shamanic Healing
Bloom Post, Dr. Amelia Kelley's shamanic healer, joins the podcast today to talk about the concept of empaths and highly sensitive people, particularly in…
Wired & WorthyDr. Theresa DeLorenzo on Digestive Health during Menopause
Dr. Theresa DeLorenzo discusses the impact of menopause on the gut and the importance of diet during this phase. Drs. Jeanne & Kelley cover topics such as…
Wired & WorthyJamie Copeland on Parenting an ADHD Child
Jamie Copeland shares her journey of parenting a child with ADHD and offers strategies for parents. Key Takeaways Jamie's Journey of Parenting a Child with…
Wired & WorthyZach Beach On Self Love for Highly Sensitive Men
Zach Beach, MA, is committed to building a world based on unconditional love and connection. He does that as an relationship coach, yoga and meditation…
Wired & WorthyJudith Smith on Mothering Difficult Adult Children
Judith Smith, discusses her research on how older women experience mothering as they get older and the impact of their adult children's issues on them…
Wired & WorthyOn healing complex trauma with Ayahuasca
Join us as we dive into a profound conversation with Greg Wrenn, author of Mothership: A Memoir of Wonder and Crisis. 🌟 Greg opens up about his journey of…
Wired & WorthyDavid Jacks On Overcoming Childhood Trauma
David Jacks David is a Psychology graduate and a Transformational Trauma Coach. We delve deep and learn his personal trauma recovery story and healing from an…
Wired & WorthyOn Questions You've Always Wanted to Ask Your Therapist
In this episode, Drs. Amelia Kelly and Jeanne Retief answer questions that people often have about therapists. All collected from our viewers, we dive into all…
Wired & WorthyDevon Pipars On Meditation for Highly Sensitives
Devon Pipars discusses her journey into meditation and the benefits the different methods of mediation offer. Takeaways: How meditation helps shift the body…
Wired & WorthyDr. Amelia Kelley On Women Powered by ADHD
Dr. Amelia Kelly discusses ADHD in women, its challenges, and common misconceptions. She talks to Dr. Jeanne about the higlights, strengths, and abilities that…
Wired & WorthyDave Tarnowski: On Disappointing Affirmations
Drs. Kelley and Jeanne are joined by Dave Tarnowski who teaches us to explore affirmations in a new way, and embrace mental health with a touch of humor. Join…
Wired & WorthyCathy Biase: On Digestive Issues & Highly Sensitives
We explore the importance of nutrition and the gut in maintaining overall health. The conversation highlights the hope and empowerment that comes from taking…
Wired & WorthyDr. Jeanne: On the Anxious Calm Community
Dr. Jeanne openly shares about her panic disorder, what its like to live with an anxiety disorder and how the Anxious Calm can help those in need of support…