The Art of Suffering: Community, Curiosity & Cold Showers

The Story

This week, Stef reflects on what happens when you stop letting other people define who you’re supposed to be. From crying on the mic as a therapist to questioning the boxes we put ourselves and others into, this episode explores identity, authenticity, and the freedom that comes from being a full human instead of a job title.

Along the way, she shares why sometimes the answer isn’t to quiet an overthinking mind—but to give it a job.From cold showers and yoga communities to consulting on therapist burnout and questioning what it really means to be a “mental health advocate,” this conversation explores the value of discomfort, the importance of connection, and why a little suffering isn’t always a bad thing. A conversation about community, curiosity, healing, and finding purpose in the things that make us who we are.

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