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Even Here, Even Now is a podcast is for humans with needs - particularly those who like to pretend that they don’t. The truth is that every human being has needs. Your needs are a fact and not a flaw. YOU have needs, your needs matter, and meeting them is your responsibility. Yet… you’ve likely been taught that pushing your needs to the back burner is the only way to get things done. Even Here, Even Now is devoted to sharing frank conversations and true stories about how real humans meet their needs consistently, messily, and sustainably... during this complicated of polycrisis and rise of facism. Host Mara Glatzel is an author and coach ready to support you in cultivating radiant self-trust by honoring and advocating for your needs. Get more: maraglatzel.com
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Send Mara a quick text love note here! In this episode of 'Even Here, Even Now,' I dive into one of my favorite concepts concept -- 'return to sender.' Tune in to hear me discuss how we receive and internalize harmful messages from oppressive societal systems over the course of our lives, and emphasize the importance of prioritizing our own needs and authenticity as we reject the messages that do not align with how we *want* to be living. Highlighting the struggle of feeling guilt and shame i...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! In this episode of Even Here, Even Now, I jam about my *concerns* with traditional New Year's resolutions, examining how the overculture pushes us into setting unattainable goals and highlighting the importance of weaving self-compassion into our commitments. It is my deepest hope that this episode supports you in rethinking the winter season as a time of rest and nourishment rather than making drastic changes. You are not a problem to be fixed! You are ...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! In this episode, I reflect on how the winter season and the phases of the moon teach me to embrace periods of rest and transformation. I share my personal journey through challenging times, including a shattered ankle injury that forced me to reconsider my self-worth beyond productivity and navigate the cultural pressures that tie our value to constant doing. The question is, who are YOU when you are not serving others or achieving visible results? Let's...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! In this podcast episode, I delve into my life-long journey of transforming my relationship with the winter season. Once dreading the cold and darkness, I have learned to reframe this time of year as as an opportunity for deep self-connection by asking myself the question "what is this season BEST for?" Tune in to hear me reflect on my past, including my struggles with childhood fears and postpartum experiences of grappling with fear of the dark. I...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! Welcome back to Even Here, Even Now. I’m Mara, your host, and today’s episode is a deeply personal reflection on how we navigate overwhelming times, hold space for grief, and find our unique role in the world. I share my own struggles, insights, and the ongoing journey of learning to care for myself while showing up for my community. If you’re someone who feels the weight of responsibility, this episode is for you. (Ahem, eldest sisters to the front.) Ti...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! In this episode of Even Here, Even Now, I (Mara Glatzel) am joined by the incredible Beatriz Victoria Albina—functional medicine nurse practitioner, somatic experiencing practitioner, master certified somatic life coach, host of the Feminist Wellness Podcast, and author of the forthcoming book End Emotional Outsourcing. We dive deep into the concept of emotional outsourcing—a term Beatriz created to describe the intersection of codependency, perfectionis...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! In this episode, I’m diving deep into what it really means to trust ourselves—like, truly, deeply, in a way that you can feel in your bones. I talk about how self-trust isn’t just a nice idea, but the foundation for knowing when to push forward and when to give yourself a break. I share my own struggles with consistency (and how it’s definitely not about being perfect), and why honoring our human needs matters so much, especially in a world that’s always...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! In this episode of 'Even Here, Even Now,' I explore the concept of changing your life through a framework of radical self-responsibility and self-love. Fresh from a wild sales call experience where I was dumped for not being "driven" enough when I expressed a great love for my life as it is now (even as there were aspects that I'm working on), I reflect on the problematic nature of sales techniques that prey on our pain points and instead advocate for a ...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! In this episode of the newly rebranded 'Even Here, Even Now' podcast, host Mara Glatzel shares her thoughts on the importance of radical self-responsibility and reconnecting with one's needs, especially in the current socio-political climate. She discusses the shift from focusing on the 'Needy Podcast' to embracing a more present and empowered approach towards self-responsibility and community care. Mara emphasizes the need for nurturing one's inne...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! The Importance of Self Care That Actually Works In this episode of the Needy Podcast, I return after a year-long hiatus to discuss the essence of self-care that truly supports individual needs. I talk about my upcoming free workshop titled 'Self Care That Actually Works' scheduled for September 25th. I differentiate my approach to self-care from the prescriptive methods often sold online, emphasizing the need for responsive and present self-care p...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! How can we untangle ourselves from productivity culture without leaving our big dreams, goals, and interests behind? In this episode, Dr. Kate Henry joins me to talk about slow productivity, an approach she learned and developed after being diagnosed with a chronic illness at a pivotal moment in her life. Dr. Kate Henry is a Productivity Coach who specializes in sustainable and well-being oriented productivity. She holds an MFA in creative writing and ...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! How can we let stories from the past transform our relationship to the present? In this episode, I’m joined by Ronna Detrick for a thoughtful and moving conversation about the power of reclaiming sacred stories. We discuss her passion for writing, reinterpreting the Bible, and reconnecting with historical stories in a more meaningful and honest way. Ronna Detrick (she/her) left the church and its dogma nearly twenty years ago but took the stories of wome...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! Is it possible to have a relationship with our children that is mutually respectful? How do we push against societal messages saying that being a parent means having no needs? In today’s episode, Jen Lumanlan, the founder of "Your Parenting Mojo," is here to share her wisdom on meeting our needs and those of our children. Together, we delve into the delicate balance between safety and autonomy as parents, exploring how to set boundaries that respect our...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! Do you find yourself wanting to prioritize creativity but feeling like you don’t know where to start? How have societal structures and norms impacted your relationship with your wild creative self? In this episode, Shereen Sun (they/them) joins me to discuss the many reasons we disconnect from our creative selves and how they’re helping others reconnect to their radiant Wildhearts. Shereen is an artist, author, and acclaimed mentor who specializes in c...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! It can be difficult to speak up for ourselves in relationships, especially when we've experienced heartache or lost friends in the past. But, as you’ll hear from today’s guest Katherine Sleadd, recognizing our needs and communicating them honestly can lead to deeper connections, even in the midst of conflict. Katherine is a trauma informed coach, currently pursuing her masters in counseling psychology. She is the author of How to Be a Bad Friend: The Hi...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! Have you ever stayed up late for just one more Netflix episode, knowing it’s robbing you of the rest you need? Or abandoned your much-needed afternoon walk when a partner or colleague asked why you hadn’t taken it yet? In today’s episode, I welcome back Rosie Molinary for a heartfelt and deeply honest conversation about the ways we’ve sabotaged our chances of getting our needs met as a means of getting back at those who didn’t meet them. Rosie is an act...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! How do you show up in times of contraction? Do you question why you’re tired or not feeling something? Do you try to force yourself to work the same ways you do in times of expansion? In this solo episode, I share how I’m feeling after three expansive years of writing, editing, promoting, and launching my book. And I reflect on how I’m learning to manage the necessary period of contraction that has followed. If you struggle to give yourself permission ...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! If you’re struggling to connect with your authentic self and prioritize what you need most, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Today, I’m talking with Vasavi Kumar. Vasavi is a therapist, podcast host, and author of the book Say It Out Loud. As a first generation Indian immigrant raised in Long Island, New York, she has relentlessly searched to find her own voice, access the freedom of her creative spirit and help others along the way. Together...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! How do we engage with our feelings without being overwhelmed by the multitude of our emotions? In this episode, I’m joined by Devon Loftus, an author and writer who finds inspiration in the human experience. She believes that emotions are important messengers, a universal language of humanity that connects us to ourselves and others. Together, we have a heartfelt conversation about processing our feelings in new and expansive ways. And Devon shares how...
Send Mara a quick text love note here! Taking time away, especially time away abroad, can feel impossible when we consider our busy, demanding lives. But if all we are is busy and in-demand, are we really experiencing life? Today, I’m joined by Jane Reeves, and we discuss the importance of taking time away to have real, uninhibited, guiltless fun in a place where you can step away from the stressors of your daily life. Jane is an international retreat leader, author, yoga and meditation tea...
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