<p>Season 11 is officially wrapped — and your co-hosts are here to reflect, laugh, and get real about the growth, grief, and grace it took to get here.</p> <p><strong>G-Rex and Dirty Skittles</strong> open up about their personal evolution this season: from 5 a.m. emotional check-in calls to big podcasting milestones, creative breakthroughs, and boundary-setting victories. G-Rex shares the excitement (and vulnerability) of completing the <strong>third draft</strong> of her book, and how this podcast continues to be a vehicle for her to find her voice. Dirty Skittles dives into parenting while healing — breaking cycles, confronting generational trauma, and practicing the daily work of protecting her peace.</p> <p>Together, they revisit the most powerful moments from Season 11, relive the laughs, and explore the deep mental health themes that emerged, especially the recurring need for boundaries, rest, and honest conversations.</p> <p>We’re proud to be your <strong>2024 People’s Choice Podcast Award Winner for Health</strong> and <strong>2024 Women in Podcasting Award Winner for Best Mental Health Podcast</strong>. With over <strong>1.5 million downloads</strong>, <em>Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads</em> has become more than a podcast — it’s a community.</p> <p><strong>We want to hear from you.</strong> Leave us a voice message or written note here:<br> <strong><a href="https://castfeedback.com/67521f0bde0b101c7b10442a" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://castfeedback.com/67521f0bde0b101c7b10442a</a></strong></p> <blockquote>“You’re never fixed. You fight for yourself. You say no when it matters. You protect your peace, over and over again.” — Dirty Skittles</blockquote> <hr> <h2>What’s Inside This Episode</h2> <ul> <li>Reflections on G-Rex and Dirty Skittles’ personal growth</li> <li>The boundary theme that echoed through every interview</li> <li>Laughter, loss, and moments of transformation</li> <li>Guest insights that changed our perspective</li> <li>A look at what’s ahead in Season 12</li> </ul> <hr> <h2>Meet Our Season 11 Guests</h2> Every guest this season brought honesty, resilience, and fresh perspective. Here’s a recap, in order, with key takeaways and actionable insights you can apply to your own journey: <h3>1. <strong>Bonnie–People–Pleaser Turned Boundary-Setter</strong></h3> <strong>Takeaways:</strong> <ul> <li>Boundaries are an act of self-respect</li> <li>Saying “no” is its own kind of healing</li> </ul> <strong>Action Steps:</strong> <ul> <li>Practice saying “no” without apology</li> <li>Identify one boundary you’ve outgrown — and reset it</li> </ul> <hr> <h3>2. <strong>Pearl – Grief, Goodbye, and Growth</strong></h3> <strong>Takeaways:</strong> <ul> <li>You can grieve relationships while choosing peace</li> <li>Transforming pain into purpose is powerful</li> </ul> <strong>Action Steps:</strong> <ul> <li>Write a goodbye letter to something or someone holding you back</li> <li>Channel grief into something creative or supportive</li> </ul> <hr> <h3>3. <strong>Val – Living with OCD and Intrusive Thoughts</strong></h3> <strong>Takeaways:</strong> <ul> <li>OCD involves much more than cleanliness</li> <li>Intrusive thoughts are common and manageable</li> </ul> <strong>Action Steps:</strong> <ul> <li>Learn more at <a href="https://iocdf.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://iocdf.org</a></li> <li>Practice compassion when someone shares their mental health struggle</li> </ul> <hr> <h3>4. <strong>Suzanne – The NOPE Coach</strong></h3> <strong>Takeaways:</strong> <ul> <li>“No” is not rude — it’s necessary</li> <li>Boundaries are a muscle you build</li> </ul> <strong>Action Steps:</strong> <ul> <li>Say no to one thing that drains you</li> <li>Make a list of your top five energy boundaries</li> </ul> <hr> <h3>5. <strong>Stephanie – Understanding Irrational Fears</strong></h3> <strong>Takeaways:</strong> <ul> <li>All fears deserve space and understanding</li> <li>Humor helps in facing what scares us</li> </ul> <strong>Action Steps:</strong> <ul> <li>Talk openly about a fear you’ve hidden</li> <li>Try journaling about its origins and emotional impact</li> </ul> <hr> <h3>6. <strong>Linda – Crystal Sister and Grief Survivor</strong></h3> <strong>Takeaways:</strong> <ul> <li>It’s possible to carry both joy and grief</li> <li>Choosing joy is a form of resilience</li> </ul> <strong>Action Steps:</strong> <ul> <li>Start a simple daily gratitude list</li> <li>Light a candle in honor of someone you miss and say their name aloud</li> </ul> <hr> <h3>7. <strong>Yalda – Postpartum Psychosis and Advocacy</strong></h3> <strong>Takeaways:</strong> <ul> <li>Maternal mental health needs more open dialogue</li> <li>Recovery can begin with a single brave conversation</li> </ul> <strong>Action Steps:</strong> <ul> <li>Share this episode with a new mom</li> <li>Visit <a href="https://bleav.com/shows/shit-that-goes-on-in-our-heads/episodes/yaldas-truth-su