Celeste The Therapist

Burnout doesn't always announce itself. Sometimes it looks like staying busy, going numb, or just feeling nothing while you keep showing up. In today's episode, Celeste talks about the quiet version of burnout — the one that hides behind productivity and performance — and why you don't have to hit rock bottom to say "this is too much." If you've been telling yourself you're fine while running on empty, this one is for you. Today's shift: You don't have to fix anything — just name where you actually are.

Colon cancer is no longer just a concern for older adults. More and more younger people are being diagnosed — often at later stages. In this episode, I sit down with board-certified medical oncologist Dr. Avishek Kumar to talk about why this shift is happening and what people need to start paying attention to. We explore how symptoms are often dismissed or misdiagnosed, the patterns he's seeing firsthand, and the critical warning signs that should never be ignored. This is a conversation about awareness, advocacy, and learning how to listen to your body before small signals become bigger concerns. In this episode, we discuss: If something feels off in your body, it's worth paying attention to.

In today's Daily Shift, we explore what to do when a boundary keeps getting crossed — and why repeating yourself isn't the answer. A boundary isn't just what you say. It's what you do when it's crossed. Consequences aren't punishment — they're how boundaries become real. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we practice boundaries in real life. Live Regulation Sessions: Regulate With Me on TikTok + Instagram Thursdays & Sundays at 8:30pm EST

In today's Daily Shift, we close out the Relationship Shift Series by reflecting on what you've actually been building. Healthy relationships don't require perfection. They require people who know how to come back — to themselves and to each other. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we keep practicing together. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com

In today's Daily Shift, we explore what secure connection actually feels like — and why it can feel unfamiliar even when it's exactly what we've been looking for. Security in relationships starts with security in yourself. This is what you've been building toward. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community — and come regulate with us live. Live Regulation Sessions: Regulate With Me on TikTok + Instagram Thursdays & Sundays at 8:30pm EST

In today's Daily Shift, we explore the difference between loneliness and being alone — and why learning to be with yourself changes everything. Loneliness isn't about physical solitude. It's about disconnection. And the deepest disconnection often happens from within. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we build healthier relationship patterns. Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living — available now

In today's Daily Shift, we explore why we keep attracting the same relationship dynamics — and what's really driving it. It's not about being broken or bad at choosing people. It's about familiarity. And learning to tell the difference between what feels familiar and what actually feels good. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we build healthier relationship patterns. Grab the book: Relationship Goals: A Guide to a Healthy Relationship — available now

In today's Daily Shift, we explore conflict — and why most of us either shut down or escalate when things get hard. Real repair isn't about winning or smoothing things over. It's about learning to stay present with yourself and the other person at the same time. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we build healthier relationship patterns. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com

In today's Daily Shift, we talk about what happens when you start to outgrow old relationship patterns — and why it can feel disorienting even when it's growth. Doing this work changes you. And sometimes the relationships around you will shift too. That's not a sign you did something wrong. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community — and come regulate with us live. Live Regulation Sessions: Regulate With Me on TikTok + Instagram Thursdays & Sundays at 8:30pm EST

In today's Daily Shift, we explore why setting boundaries can feel so loaded — and how to start shifting that. Boundaries aren't about pushing people away. They're about staying honest in your relationships without abandoning yourself. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we build healthier relationship patterns. Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living — available now

In today's Daily Shift, we explore why receiving can feel uncomfortable—and what that discomfort is really protecting you from. Healthy relationships require both giving and receiving. Learning to let care in is part of the work. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we build healthier relationship patterns. Grab the book: Relationship Goals: A Guide to a Healthy Relationship — available now

In today's Daily Shift, we explore overgiving in relationships. What looks like love can sometimes be a pattern rooted in fear of disconnection. Healthy relationships allow for mutual effort and balance. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we build healthier relationship patterns. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com

In today's Daily Shift, we begin the Relationship Shift Series by exploring the belief that your needs are "too much." Often, it's not that your needs are too much—it's that they weren't met in the right environments. Healing involves learning to express your needs without shrinking. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we build healthier relationship patterns. Live Regulation Sessions: Join "Regulate With Me" on TikTok + Instagram Thursdays & Sundays at 8:30pm EST

In today's Daily Shift, we close out the Regulation Shift Series by reflecting on what regulation really looks like. It's not about staying calm all the time—it's about knowing how to come back to yourself. Regulation is built through small, consistent shifts over time. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we continue practicing regulation together. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living

In today's Daily Shift, we reflect on progress. Growth doesn't always feel big or obvious. It often shows up in small shifts—more awareness, more intention, and small changes in how you respond. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we continue growing together. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living

In today's Daily Shift, we explore what regulation looks like in real life. It's not about staying calm all the time—it's about making small, intentional shifts in real moments. That's where real change happens. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we practice applying these tools in our daily lives. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living

In this episode, we're having a conversation that many people avoid—but one that needs to be talked about more openly. Sibling sexual abuse is often misunderstood, minimized, or never acknowledged at all. Because of that, many individuals carry the impact of these experiences into adulthood without language, support, or validation. In this conversation, we explore what sibling sexual abuse actually is, why it's so often overlooked, and how it can affect someone emotionally, psychologically, and within their relationships over time. We also talk about what healing can begin to look like—especially when someone is just starting to make sense of their experience. This episode is not easy, but it is important. If this is something that resonates with you, you're not alone—and support is available. In this episode, we discuss: What sibling sexual abuse is and why it's often misunderstood How families and systems may minimize or overlook these experiences The long-term emotional and psychological impact The role of shame, silence, and confusion What healing and support can look like Purchase on Amazon- Sibiling Sexual Abuse About Brad: Brad Watts is a licensed professional counselor and certified sex offender treatment provider in Knoxville, TN, specializing in treatment of survivors of complex trauma, as well as individuals and families where sibling sexual abuse has occurred. He is the author of the Amazon best-selling book, "Sibling Sexual Abuse: A Guide to Confronting America's Silent Epidemic". In Knoxville, Brad consults agencies and law enforement on responses to sibling sexual abuse and conducts psychosexual evaluations. Brad conducts trainings and workshops across the United States on how to identify and respond to sibling sexual abuse. He works as an advocate for families where sibling sexual abuse has occurred, making many media appearances on podcasts, radio and television interviews in the United States, Canada, and Great Britain and has consulted for Nancy Grace's True Crimes podcast as well as for the Jordan Harbinger Show.

In today's Daily Shift, we talk about resetting after a reaction. You don't have to get it right every time. Regulation includes recognizing your reaction, pausing, and choosing how to move forward without judgment. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we practice awareness and self-compassion. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living

In today's Daily Shift, we focus on the power of the pause. When you're triggered, your reaction is automatic. Creating even a small pause allows your body to settle and helps you respond with intention instead of reacting. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we practice slowing down and responding intentionally. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living

In today's Daily Shift, we focus on grounding. When your mind is racing, coming back to your body can help you feel more present and safe. Regulation happens through the body, not just your thoughts. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we practice staying present and grounded. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living