Ariza Inspire Podcast

About Ariza Inspire Podcast

The Ariza Inspire Podcast makes mental health and psychology easier to understand and use in everyday life. Hosted by Samantha, a licensed professional counselor, the show explores emotional regulation, coping skills, stress management, anxiety, resilience, burnout, relationships, and the science behind how we think and feel. Each episode combines evidence-informed mental health education with practical mental health tools and strategies you can actually use. From understanding your emotions to navigating cognitive overload, relationships, therapy, and everyday stress, you’ll learn more about yourself and how your mind works. Come for the psychology, leave with tools for real life.

Publisher

Samantha Ariza

Category

education · health & fitness · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 Jun 2025

Latest episode

27 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

44 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Oct 2026

   502: Decision Fatigue: Why Too Many Choices Leave You Mentally Exhausted

   Ever feel overwhelmed by even the simplest decisions? Hosted by Samantha, a licensed mental health therapist, this episode of The Ariza Inspire Podcast explores decision fatigue and how constant choices, stress, and mental exhaustion can affect your decision-making. Discover the psychology behind choice overload, why your brain starts favoring easier options, and practical strategies to reduce decision fatigue, improve mental clarity, and make everyday decisions easier. =============== Turn mental health knowledge into action with The Mental Health Toolkit Workbook, featuring practical exercises to help you manage stress, understand your emotions, and build healthier habits. https://www.arizainspire.com/the-mental-health-toolkit-workbook (https://www.arizainspire.com/the-mental-health-toolkit-workbook) =============== Let's stay connected! Make sure you follow me online for more mental health content, support, ideas, and information. Website: https://arizainspire.com (https://arizainspire.com/) Instagram: https://instagram.com/arizainspireco (https://instagram.com/arizainspireco) TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@Ariza_Inspire (https://www.tiktok.com/@Ariza_Inspire) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Ariza\_Inspire (https://www.youtube.com/@Ariza%5C_Inspire) Facebook: https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574563487215 (https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574563487215) Reddit: https://reddit.com/r/ArizaInspire (https://reddit.com/r/ArizaInspire) Email me: podcast@arizainspire.com (mailto:podcast@arizainspire.com) =============== Thanks for downloading this episode of The Ariza Inspire Podcast, the podcast that breaks down barriers to mental health care with clear, compassionate guidance. Whether you’re brand new to therapy or returning after time away, this season walks you through the entire process step by step. Subscribe now and start your journey with confidence, because taking care of your mental health should be accessible, empowering, and stigma-free. =============== Hosted by: Samantha Ariza (https://arizainspire.com (https://arizainspire.com/)) Produced by: William Hartz (http://instagram.com/hartzcreative (http://instagram.com/hartzcreative)) Music by: "Small Joys" by Aventure. Licensed from Bensound.com, #2241572. Additional music licensed from epidemicsound.com (https://epidemicsound.com/) =============== Disclaimer: The Ariza Inspire Podcast is not a replacement for traditional therapy. Therapy is the best tool for self-discovery and gives you the best chance of overcoming challenges in your life. This podcast can be used as a supplement to traditional therapy and as another tool in your journey, which means it is for educational purposes only. This podcast and its content cannot be used to diagnose and/or treat mental health conditions and are not meant to replace medical, clinical or professional advice, diagnosis, or intervention. Downloading, subscribing to and/or listening to this podcast, or using the educational materials through Ariza Inspire Co., does not create a therapist-client relationship between you and Ariza Counseling LLC or Samantha Ariza, LPC. =============== ©2026 Samantha Ariza

2. 

   20 Oct 2026

   501: Why Your Brain Feels Exhausted: Cognitive Load, Mental Fatigue & Brain Fog

   Ever feel mentally exhausted even when you haven't done much? In this episode of The Ariza Inspire Podcast, we explore cognitive load theory and how multitasking, constant distractions, and everyday mental demands contribute to brain fog and mental fatigue. Discover the science behind cognitive overload and practical strategies to reduce mental exhaustion, improve focus, and protect your mental energy. =============== Turn mental health knowledge into action with The Mental Health Toolkit Workbook, featuring practical exercises to help you manage stress, understand your emotions, and build healthier habits. https://www.arizainspire.com/the-mental-health-toolkit-workbook (https://www.arizainspire.com/the-mental-health-toolkit-workbook) =============== Let's stay connected! Make sure you follow me online for more mental health content, support, ideas, and information. Website: https://arizainspire.com (https://arizainspire.com/) Instagram: https://instagram.com/arizainspireco (https://instagram.com/arizainspireco) TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@Ariza_Inspire (https://www.tiktok.com/@Ariza_Inspire) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Ariza\_Inspire (https://www.youtube.com/@Ariza%5C_Inspire) Facebook: https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574563487215 (https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574563487215) Reddit: https://reddit.com/r/ArizaInspire (https://reddit.com/r/ArizaInspire) Email me: podcast@arizainspire.com (mailto:podcast@arizainspire.com) =============== Thanks for downloading this episode of The Ariza Inspire Podcast, the podcast that breaks down barriers to mental health care with clear, compassionate guidance. Whether you’re brand new to therapy or returning after time away, this season walks you through the entire process step by step. Subscribe now and start your journey with confidence, because taking care of your mental health should be accessible, empowering, and stigma-free. =============== Hosted by: Samantha Ariza (https://arizainspire.com (https://arizainspire.com/)) Produced by: William Hartz (http://instagram.com/hartzcreative (http://instagram.com/hartzcreative)) Music by: "Small Joys" by Aventure. Licensed from Bensound.com, #2241572. Additional music licensed from epidemicsound.com (https://epidemicsound.com/) =============== Disclaimer: The Ariza Inspire Podcast is not a replacement for traditional therapy. Therapy is the best tool for self-discovery and gives you the best chance of overcoming challenges in your life. This podcast can be used as a supplement to traditional therapy and as another tool in your journey, which means it is for educational purposes only. This podcast and its content cannot be used to diagnose and/or treat mental health conditions and are not meant to replace medical, clinical or professional advice, diagnosis, or intervention. Downloading, subscribing to and/or listening to this podcast, or using the educational materials through Ariza Inspire Co., does not create a therapist-client relationship between you and Ariza Counseling LLC or Samantha Ariza, LPC. =============== ©2026 Samantha Ariza

3. 

   29 Sept 2026

   500: Season 05 Teaser

   Season 5 is almost here! In this special teaser episode, Samantha introduces the theme of the upcoming season, exploring the hidden mental processes that quietly drain our energy and make everyday life feel harder than it should. From decision fatigue and chronic stress to motivation, overwhelm, and the science behind why our brains get stuck, this season will help you better understand how your mind works—so you can stop fighting yourself and start working with your brain. =============== Visit my free Therapy Resource Guide online for information and links mentioned in this episode, as well as support docs and resources to aid you on your mental health journey. =============== If you enjoy these conversations, you’ll find deeper support on the Ariza Inspire Co website—from the Resilience Workshop to Emotional First Aid for Crisis Moments, plus workbooks and self-paced resources to help you understand your emotions, regulate your nervous system, and grow through challenges. Resilience Workshop: https://www.arizainspire.com/resilience-workshop (https://www.arizainspire.com/resilience-workshop) Emotional First Aid Course: https://www.arizainspire.com/emotional-first-aid (https://www.arizainspire.com/emotional-first-aid) =============== Thanks for downloading this episode of The Ariza Inspire Podcast, the podcast that breaks down barriers to mental health care with clear, compassionate guidance. Whether you’re brand new to therapy or returning after time away, this season walks you through the entire process step by step. Hosted by Samantha, a mental health professional, each episode combines expert insights with real-world tips to help you take the first step toward emotional wellness. Subscribe now and start your journey with confidence, because taking care of your mental health should be accessible, empowering, and stigma-free. =============== Let's stay connected! Make sure you follow me online for more mental health content, support, ideas, and information. Website: https://arizainspire.com (https://arizainspire.com/) Instagram: https://instagram.com/arizainspireco (https://instagram.com/arizainspireco) TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@Ariza_Inspire (https://www.tiktok.com/@Ariza_Inspire) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Ariza\_Inspire (https://www.youtube.com/@Ariza%5C_Inspire) Facebook: https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574563487215 (https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574563487215) Reddit: https://reddit.com/r/ArizaInspire (https://reddit.com/r/ArizaInspire) Email me: podcast@arizainspire.com (mailto:podcast@arizainspire.com) =============== Hosted by: Samantha Ariza (https://arizainspire.com (https://arizainspire.com/)) Produced by: William Hartz (http://instagram.com/hartzcreative (http://instagram.com/hartzcreative)) Music by: "Small Joys" by Aventure. Licensed from Bensound.com, #2241572. Additional music licensed from epidemicsound.com (https://epidemicsound.com/) =============== Disclaimer: The Ariza Inspire Podcast is not a replacement for traditional therapy. Therapy is the best tool for self-discovery and gives you the best chance of overcoming challenges in your life. This podcast can be used as a supplement to traditional therapy and as another tool in your journey, which means it is for educational purposes only. This podcast and its content cannot be used to diagnose and/or treat mental health conditions and are not meant to replace medical, clinical or professional advice, diagnosis, or intervention. Downloading, subscribing to and/or listening to this podcast, or using the educational materials through Ariza Inspire Co., does not create a therapist-client relationship between you and Ariza Counseling LLC or Samantha Ariza, LPC. =============== ©2026 Samantha Ariza

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

12,900

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 66 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

86

Social presence

91

YouTube

68

Engagement

0

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