Do you ever feel like burning your whole life down just to escape the overwhelm?

You're not alone.

Join Matt O'Neill and Dr. Zoe Shaw as they shatter the myths around self-care and reveal the revolutionary 360-degree approach that will transform your life from the inside out. Dr. Shaw, a licensed psychotherapist, bestselling author, and busy mom of five, shares how one commitment—practicing self-care every single day for an entire year—completely changed everything.

This isn't about bubble baths and spa days. This is about survival. You'll discover why self-care is as essential as brushing your teeth, why discipline is actually self-care, and how small daily habits create massive life transformations.

Whether you're drowning in responsibilities, struggling with burnout, or simply feeling like you've lost yourself in the chaos of life, this episode offers the practical tools and mindset shifts you need to reclaim your energy, time, sanity, and life.

0:00 Introduction

1:27 The "I Got It" Syndrome That's Destroying Women

3:06 What Self-Care Really Is (and what it isn't)

5:13 Why You Can't Binge Self-care

6:50 The Powerful Declaration: "I Am Worthy to be Cared For"

8:24 Why Women Feel Pressured to Sacrifice Everything

12:06 How Men Can Better Support Their Partners

15:14 The Four Wheels of Self-care: Body, Mind, Soul, Emotions

19:02 Why Self-Care is Not Optional—It's Survival

21:21 How to Handle Days When You Don't Feel Like It

24:08 The Power of Brain Dumps and Mind Clearing

25:31 Overcoming Guilt about Self-care

27:16 Sometimes Being the Best Parent Means Saying No

Resources Mentioned:

📚 Dr. Zoe Shaw's book: "Stronger in the Difficult Places"

📚 "Get Over I Got It" by Elaine Fluker

🌐 Dr. Zoe Shaw's website: https://drzoeshaw.com

🌐 "Stronger in the Difficult Places" podcast by Dr. Zoe Shaw

About the Guest:

Dr. Zoe Shaw is a licensed psychotherapist, bestselling author, and mother of five who specializes in helping overwhelmed individuals reclaim their lives through intentional self-care. After experiencing severe burnout herself, she embarked on a year-long journey of daily self-care that completely transformed her life. She's the author of "Stronger in the Difficult Places" and hosts a podcast by the same name, helping people understand that self-care isn't selfish—it's essential for survival and thriving.

Your mind isn't broken–it's just been hijacked.

And while you can't always control the depression, anxiety, or mental chaos that crashes into your life, you can choose to fight back with weapons that actually work. The truth is, your brain will betray you. The real power comes from learning how to reclaim control and rebuild your mental fortress from the ground up.

Join Matt O'Neill as he sits down with author Issac Robledo to unpack the seven powerful thoughts that can rewire your mindset and help you live with greater intention. From focusing on the positive to embracing the present moment, you’ll walk away with practical strategies for cultivating lasting happiness and fulfillment.

Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionize your outlook on life. Tune in to learn how small shifts in perspective can lead to profound changes in your well-being and relationships.

Get ready to unlock the clarity you've been searching for and embark on your own Good Mood Revolution!

0:00 Intro

8:18 Surrounding Yourself With Uplifting People

10:42 Controlling What You Can, Not What You Can't

18:32 Practicing Gratitude For What You Have

22:35 Living In The Present Moment

27:34 Prioritizing Needs Over Wants

33:25 Final Thoughts On Overcoming Struggles

Resources Mentioned:

📚 "The Power of Now" by Eckhart Tolle

🌐 Issac Robledo's website: https://www.robledothoughts.com/

🌐 Amazon Store I.C. Robledo

About the Guest

Issac Robledo is an internationally bestselling author and writing coach known for blending psychology, spirituality, and self-growth into powerful, accessible insights. With over 15 books and 250,000+ readers, his work draws from personal experience with depression and anxiety, helping others break through mental barriers and live more consciously.

What if life’s biggest challenges weren’t roadblocks, but invitations to grow stronger and feel more alive?

Learn how ancient Stoic wisdom can help you reframe adversity, build emotional strength, and find calm in the chaos. Discover why becoming a “thankaholic” might be the key to lasting joy and how preparing for hard times can actually make you happier.

Join Matt and guest William B. Irvine for this powerful episode of Good Mood Revolution, and unlock the tools to turn setbacks into breakthroughs.

0:00 Intro

5:26 Reframing Setbacks As Stoic Challenges

15:05 Biggest Cost Of Setbacks

20:22 Choosing Humor Over Victimhood

25:32 Equanimity As Life's Ultimate Goal

30:12 The Five Second Rule For Anger

35:33 Closing Thoughts And Resources

Resources Mentioned:

📚"The Stoic Challenge" by William B. Irvine

🌐 William B. Irvine's website

About the Guest

William B. Irvine is a philosopher, author, and retired professor who brings ancient wisdom into modern life. After earning his PhD from UCLA, he spent nearly four decades teaching philosophy at Wright State University. Rather than writing for academics, William speaks to everyday thinkers, curious minds seeking practical ways to navigate life’s challenges. Known for his deep commitment to Stoicism, he doesn’t just study the philosophy, he lives it, helping others build resilience, gratitude, and a grounded sense of purpose.