Home To Me

About Home To Me

Home To Me is a podcast for anyone who's ever lost themselves in trying to be who the world expected — and is ready to come back to who they truly are. This show was born from lived experience — from years of people-pleasing, self-doubt, and quietly abandoning parts of myself just to feel "enough." What started as a quiet unraveling became a personal revolution: learning to trust my own voice, build real confidence, and finally feel at home in my life. Each episode is an honest reflection on that journey — not from the mountaintop, but from the path itself. You'll hear stories about navigating boundaries, healing old patterns, reconnecting with your intuition, and learning to speak up with clarity and compassion. Whether you're in the thick of it, just beginning, or quietly wondering if there's more… this podcast is a soft landing and a steady hand. You're not alone — and you're already on your way home.

Publisher

Steph Venter

Category

health & fitness · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

12 Jun 2025

Latest episode

14 Aug 2025

Latest episodes

11 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Aug 2025

   Episode 10: No Contact - A Therapist's F*cking Messy Personal Story

   Episode Description Going no contact with a parent is one of the most misunderstood — and most judged — decisions someone can make. From the outside, it can look like rejection or punishment. On the inside, it’s usually about survival, boundaries, and self-preservation. In this episode, I’m unpacking what leads someone to make that decision, why it’s rarely a snap choice, and the complex mix of grief, relief, and guilt that can follow. Steph shares her person experience going no contact with a parent, sharing what led to the decision, and all the highs, lows, and eyerolls in between. We’ll talk about the myths people carry about “family loyalty,” and share more about all the layers that come into play when cutting off contact with one parent. If you’ve ever struggled with a relationship where love and harm coexist, this conversation is for you. We explore: Steph's person experience with going no contact with a parent Grief, anger, self-protection, and a road to healing The impact of emotionally immature parents on kids How to navigate grief, guilt, and the “good child” conditioning How pain may need space to heal, but overidentifying with that pain can end up preventing healing 🎧 Rate, review, and DM me your favorite moment from the episode

2. 

   7 Aug 2025

   Episode 9: I hate to break it to you, but you're a f*cking human

   In this episode of Home to Me, Steph unpacks the loaded phrase “feel your feelings” — what it actually means, why so many of us avoid it, and how feeling isn’t the same as spiraling. Through a deeply honest story about disconnection, performance, and perfectionism, she explores the body’s quiet wisdom and how emotions aren’t problems to solve, but messages to hear. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I being too sensitive?” or “What if I fall apart and don’t come back?” — this one’s for you. We explore: What it actually means to feel your feelings (and what it doesn’t) How we confuse emotional control with emotional strength The 90-second feeling rule, and how to stop being afraid of what’s inside How practicing self-compassion is the key to sitting with feelings How to gently host your emotions, not lock them out of the house Mentioned in this episode: Dr Kristen Neff's research on self-compassion and how to practice it Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor’s research on the 90-second emotion cycle I only say b*tch once! Least amount of cussing yet!

3. 

   31 Jul 2025

   Episode 8: Therapists: They're Just Like You (Anxious and Comparing Themselves on Instagram)

   In this week's vulnerable and heartfelt episode of 'Home to Me,' Steph gets vulnerable about her struggles with overcommitting and feeling overwhelmed. Navigating the pressures of starting a new podcast, working on a workbook for therapists in training, and maintaining a social media presence, she reveals her internal struggles and the tendency to fall into old patterns of anxiety and comparison. She shares her reality check with herself, recognizing the behaviors and leaning on her go to techniques of practicing gratitude, and making space for her feelings without judgment. In this episode, Steph provides a relatable and honest look into the life of a therapist trying to balance it all while reminding listeners of the importance of self-compassion and authenticity. You’ll learn: ·       Techniques to practice when you feel like the world is against you ·       A lot about Steph's inner dialogue as she juggles all her roles ·       That therapists (at least this therapist) do not have their sh*t together This one is for everyone who’s struggling with overwhelm and overcommittment right now. Or anyone who wants to hear Steph have a mini-meltdown ;) lol! JK! Quotes from the episode: “First make space for it, then make sense of it” 🎧 Rate, review, and DM me your favorite moment from the episode, or just how your week is going Note! There are less cuss words than usual!

4. 

   24 Jul 2025

   Episode 7: Borrow My Voice Vol.1

   This week on Home to Me, Steph is sharing the exact words you can borrow as you try to throw out your Nice Girl script and start having difficult conversations. It can be so hard to find the words, so let her help you get started. Here are the topics with the timestamps. Of course listen to the whole thing, but use this as a cheat sheet if there is a specific one that works for you. 3:56 - I'm struggling and I don't know how to ask for help 7:24 - I am not ok with this dynamic anymore. Something has to change 21:03 - I've changed my mind 30:34 - I am not available for this kind of relationship anymore 38:08 - I am not ok with jokes that make me the punchline This one is for everyone who wants to start throwing out old rules, speaking up, and building that inner trust that helps us life with quiet confidence, no matter what. Quotes from the episode: “First make it exist, then you can make it good” 🎧 Rate, review, and DM me your favorite moment from the episode — or the difficult thing you need help communicating Note! There are many cuss words!

5. 

   17 Jul 2025

   Episode 6: We're Not Going To Be F*cking "Nice" Anymore

   This week on Home to Me, we're throwing out the Nice Girl script — you know the one. Always agreeable. Always apologizing. Never rocking the boat. Steph shares how growing up in patriarchal systems taught her that being “nice” would keep her safe, loved, and accepted — but instead, it left her stuck in patterns of self-abandonment and resentment. From wetsuit trauma to practicing pausing, she reflects on how “nice” became a trap, and how she's replacing it with something far more powerful: kindness rooted in integrity. You’ll learn: ·       The real difference between nice and kind ·       Why kindness might disappoint others — and why that’s okay ·       How to start practicing the pause, even when it’s wildly uncomfortable ·       Questions to ask yourself when you feel that “nice girl” instinct kicking in This one is for everyone who’s ever said “yes” and immediately regretted it. Time to reclaim your voice, your power, and your wetsuit size. Quotes from the episode: “Being kind might disappoint others. Being nice usually just disappoints you.” “You don’t owe anyone your likability. You owe yourself your integrity.” 🎧 Rate, review, and DM me your favorite moment from the episode — or the nice girl habit you’re breaking up with this week. Note! There are many cuss words!

6. 

   10 Jul 2025

   Episode 5: Holding Space, Not Holding f*cking Everything!

   When we first start setting boundaries, it doesn’t feel good—it feels hard. It feels like guilt. Like fear. Like disappointing people you love. But that discomfort? It’s not a red flag. It’s a sign that you’re growing. In this episode of Home To Me, Steph shares her own messy, funny, deeply human journey through learning to say no, choosing herself (on purpose), and why the first few steps toward change feel super uncomfortable. We talk about cultural messaging around sacrifice, and the tender truth that loving people doesn't mean saving them from their own growth. And if you’ve ever resented making tea for five people when all you wanted was one cup? You’re in the right place. This one’s for the people-pleasers, the overfunctioners, and the big-hearted humans who are ready to stop rescuing and start relating. Because boundaries aren’t walls—they’re a radical act of trust in yourself and the people you love. Show Notes In this episode, Steph explores: The childhood tea story that perfectly sums up people-pleasing Where we may have learned the art of ignoring our needs and wants What boundaries are not (hint: not walls, not ultimatums, not control tactics) Why boundaries benefit everyone in the relationship—not just you How setting boundaries builds respect, safety, and actual intimacy The emotional fallout of saying “no”—and why that discomfort means you're growing A deeply personal story of a relationship-saving boundary (thank you, husband) Practice scripts for real-life boundary-setting (yes, including how to skip that event you don’t want to go to) A whole bunch of cussing Try This This Week: Schedule one small thing just for you—and protect it like your job depends on it. Practice the pause - “Let me get back to you on that.” Let the guilt be proof that you’re doing something new. The hard is evidence of growth.

7. 

   3 Jul 2025

   Episode 4: Exchanging Perfectionism for Personality. F*ck the Rules

   This episode encourages listeners to identify and challenge limiting childhood rules, replacing them with self-authored guidelines to foster personal freedom and embrace imperfection.

8. 

   26 Jun 2025

   Episode 3: Hope, Humor & Healing: A Guide to Not Losing Your Sh*t

   Host Steph explores the power of human connection amidst political division, highlighting positivity resonance and humor as tools for fostering hope and understanding.

9. 

   19 Jun 2025

   Episode 2: Feeling Uncomfortable Won’t Kill You (I Checked)

   Host Steph, a therapist, explores the importance of self-trust and how overcoming discomfort leads to inner freedom, providing listeners with a grounding exercise to uncover the drivers of their unease.

10. 

    13 Jun 2025

    Episode 1: Turns Out Confidence Isn’t Loud

    Steph Venter shares her journey of realizing that confidence comes from being oneself, even with vulnerabilities, and explores the importance of self-trust over external validation.

11. 

    12 Jun 2025

    Home To Me Introduction

    The host introduces "Home To Me," a podcast that explores the journey of self-discovery and reclaiming one's true identity after losing oneself in external expectations.

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1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 27 / 100

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