SPICY BRAIN, PHOENIX HEART

About SPICY BRAIN, PHOENIX HEART

Welcome to the Spicy Brain, Phoenix Heart - the podcast for those with big feelings, think too fast and quietly carry everything. if you're navigating burnout, trauma, dissociation, your mind is in overdrive, and you feel disconnected then... this is your space. Here we will speak to the tender, messy and magical parts of returning back to yourself. Through honest conversations, gentle insights and real tools for nervous system regulation. Spicy Brain, Phoenix Heart explores what it means to live with intensity - how to transform it into resilience, clarity and self-trust. This isn't about fixing yourself or becoming someone new. It's about remembrance, beneath the survival. Come as you are - scattered, exhausted, numb or searching. Stay to reconnect, rebuild, and rise. Because even after everything.... your heart still knows. So, Feel everything. Rise Anyway. Disclaimer: "Welcome to Spicy Brain, Phoenix Heart. Please note that the content discussed on this podcast is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. The host is sharing her personal lived experiences and perspectives as a neurodivergent individual and a coach. The views, information, and opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the host and guests, and do not constitute professional medical, psychiatric, or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Because we explore sensitive topics—including trauma, burnout, dissociation, self-harm, and mental health struggles—listener discretion is advised. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please reach out to a licensed professional or a crisis support service in your area. By listening to this episode, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own well-being." Website: https://spicybrainphoenixheart.podview.com/ (https://spicybrainphoenixheart.podview.com/) Email: spicybrainphoenixheart@mail.com (mailto:spicybrainphoenixheart@mail.com)

Publisher

Liz Buggy

Category

education · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

15 Apr 2026

Latest episode

14 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

18 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Jul 2026

   A Bridge Between

   Most neurodivergent souls are told to hide or suppress what makes them uniquely powerful. But what if your greatest strength lies in embracing your messy, beautiful neurospiciness? In this deeply reflective episode, Liz takes you on a heartfelt journey from unmasking trauma and burnout to discovering the vibrant, resilient self inside. Whether you're new to this community or have been with us since the beginning, you'll find validation, hope, and a blueprint for the next chapter of your neurodivergent story.We explore how early episodes built the foundation—delving into survival mode, unmasking, and quiet struggles often hidden in shadows—and why these moments are crucial for understanding your true power. Liz shares upcoming season sneak peeks: how to create boundaries that protect your peace, nurture your inner child, and celebrate neurodivergent joy. You'll discover practical insights on transforming chaos into clarity, harnessing hyperfixations and stims as sources of strength, and building self-trust after burnout. This isn’t just about surviving — it's about unleashing your unique superpowers and rewriting your story with radical self-compassion.Missing this shift means staying stuck in old patterns of shame and overwhelm. Embracing your neurospiciness opens the door to authentic connection, deeper love, and a vibrant life aligned with your true self. If you're ready to go beyond survival and step into your full, unapologetic power, this episode is your next essential listen.Whether you're revisiting your roots or stepping boldly into your future, Liz’s wisdom and warmth will guide you every step of the way. Tune in, activate your resilience, and join the neurodivergent revolution. Your most vibrant, authentic self is waiting — are you ready to meet it?

2. 

   7 Jul 2026

   Ep 13. How To Start A Conversation: When You're Worried About Someone

   This episode discusses the importance of recognizing signs of distress in others and starting a compassionate conversation. It emphasizes the value of staying present, listening, and providing collaborative support. The conversation also addresses the importance of asking directly about suicide and concludes with a reminder of the impact of caring out loud. This perspective comes from lived experience of burnout, overwhelm, dissociation, self-harm and suicidal ideation. If you are concerned for someones well-being please reach out to a mental health professional. The content of this episode outlines a place to start if you are worried about someone. Takeaways Compassion and patience are essential in checking in on someone Support works best when it's collaborative Chapters 00:00 Recognizing the Signs 07:02 Building Trust and Providing Support

3. 

   30 Jun 2026

   Ep 12. How People Respond When They Are Hurting

   This episode explores the different ways people respond when checked in on and provides guidance on how to respond to these emotional reactions. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and responding to various emotional responses with empathy and care. Takeaways Understanding different responses to checking in on someone How to respond to different emotional responses Chapters 00:00 Responding to Emotional Responses

4. 

   23 Jun 2026

   Ep 11. When Someone You Love Self-Harms

   This episode explores how to support someone who self-harms, emphasizing emotional safety, understanding, and appropriate responses. It may trigger some listeners. Liz offers compassionate guidance for loved ones navigating this challenging situation. Keywords self-harm, emotional safety, mental health support, coping strategies, compassion, mental health resources Key Topics Emotional safety and support Avoiding harmful reactions Understanding self-harm as coping When to seek professional help Self-care for supporters Takeaways Prioritize emotional safety over fixing or controlling. Avoid panic and judgment; offer support and understanding. Recognize self-harm as a coping mechanism, not attention-seeking. Offer alternatives and agency, not control. Seek professional help if self-harm worsens or if suicidal intent is present. Titles: Supporting Someone Who Self-Harms: A Compassionate Guide How to Respond to Self-Harm with Care and Safety Sound Bites "I'm here. You don't have to go through this alone." "Offer, don't force, support and alternatives." "You don't have to have the perfect words." Chapters 00:00Introduction to Spicy Brain and Self-Harm Awareness 03:00Understanding Self-Harm and Emotional Safety 05:51Supporting Loved Ones: The Role of an Anchor 08:29Seeking Help and Self-Care for Supporters

5. 

   16 Jun 2026

   Ep 10. The Quiet Bruises: The Self-Harm we don't Recognise

   This episode delves into the complexities of self-harm, exploring invisible forms of self-harm, the role of neurodivergence, and the path to healing. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing the underlying pain, and highlights the distinction between punishment and accountability. From the perspective of lived experience of a coach who works with clients with burnout, overwhelm and dissociation. Takeaways Invisible forms of self-harm are often socially acceptable and can be neurodivergent-shaped Self-harm is not always about attention, but about regulation, control, release, punishment, or interruption Healing begins with recognizing that pain does not need to be visible to be valid, and that punishment is not the same as accountability Chapters 00:00 The Path to Healing

6. 

   9 Jun 2026

   Ep 9. What Self-Harm Is Really Trying To Say: Coping, Brain Science & Finding Safer Ways Through

   This episode delves into the topic of self-harm, exploring its nature, purpose, neuroscience, patterns, coping alternatives, and the need for support and understanding. It emphasizes that self-harm is relief seeking, not attention seeking, and encourages individuals to find safer ways to cope with overwhelming emotions. Takeaways Self-harm is often a coping strategy for relieving intense emotional distress. Support and understanding are crucial in helping individuals find safer ways to cope with self-harm. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Self-Harm 05:48 Patterns and Cycles of Self-Harm Find me on Instagram @liz.buggy

7. 

   2 Jun 2026

   Ep 8. Holding On In The Dark

   This episode delves into the raw and honest discussion about suicidal ideation, shedding light on the struggles faced by neurodivergent individuals. It emphasizes the systemic challenges and coping strategies for dealing with suicidal thoughts, while also promoting self-compassion and growth. Takeaways Neurodivergent individuals face unique challenges that contribute to higher rates of suicidal ideation. Coping with suicidal thoughts requires self-compassion, support, and understanding of the underlying signals. Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Spicy Brain Phoenix Heart 05:33 Systemic Challenges Faced by Neurodivergent Individuals

8. 

   26 May 2026

   Ep 7. When It Doesn't Look Like A Crisis: Neurodivergence, Quiet Suicidal Thoughts and Self-Harm

   This episode may be triggering to some individuals. Listen at your own discretion. In this episode we explore the quiet and constant nature of suicidal thoughts and self-harm in neurodivergent individuals. It sheds light on the statistics, research findings, and the need for a different understanding and approach to supporting neurodivergent individuals experiencing distress. Takeaways Neurodivergent individuals experience suicidal thoughts and self-harm differently Suicidal ideation and self-harm in neurodivergence are often quiet and constant Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Neurodivergence and Suicidal Thoughts 06:01 Understanding Neurodivergent Distress

9. 

   26 May 2026

   When it doesn't look like a crisis: a part of my journey (Bonus Ep.)

   This episode may trigger some listeners and is based on lived experience and thoughts from a coach's perspective. In this episode I share with listeners a part of my story. A small part of my journey with suicidal ideation and self-harm. The struggles I overcame to find myself, why I became a coach and using my experiences to support others through their journey to find themselves again. This episode may be triggering to some listeners. Please listen if you feel called to and with discretion. If triggered please seek support from mental health services within your region. Follow @liz.buggy on instagram

10. 

    19 May 2026

    Trigger Warning: Episode 7 -12

    The Spicy Brain Phoenix Heart podcast provides a safe space for those navigating burnout, trauma, and dissociation. It offers insights and tools for nervous system regulation and addresses sensitive topics with trigger warnings and support resources. These perspectives are from lived experience and from a coach who works with clients with burnout and overwhelm, dissociation. For the next seven episodes we chat about self-harm, suicidal ideation, how you can support someone through this and how to start a conversation. Takeaways Navigating burnout and trauma Nervous system regulation Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Spicy Brain Phoenix Heart Podcast

11. 

    19 May 2026

    Ep 6. Built Different: The Quiet Power of Being You

    The conversation explores the experience of neurodivergent individuals, highlighting the challenges and strengths associated with neurodiversity. It emphasizes the importance of embracing one's unique way of thinking and being, and granting oneself permission to be unapologetically authentic. Takeaways Neurodiversity is a strength Permission to be oneself Chapters 00:00 Embracing Neurodiversity 06:03 Permission to Be Unapologetically Oneself

12. 

    19 May 2026

    The "Cringe" Factor: Word association (Bonus Ep.)

    This episode is brief, no intro, no fluff. Real talk about when you have associated a negative context to certain words. I share my association with two words: PROUD and INSPIRATIONAL. Both of these words I associated with betrayal. How reframing the meaning I had attached to the words has helped me move through the cringe. Do you associate a different meaning to words? Follow @liz.buggy on Instagram to see more of my journey.

13. 

    12 May 2026

    Ep 5. You're Not Too Much: Being Misunderstood in a World That Listens Too Little

    The conversation delves into the emotional toll of being misunderstood, particularly for neurodivergent individuals. It highlights the impact of misunderstanding on communication, emotional well-being, and the concept of masking. The importance of understanding and accommodating neurodivergent communication is emphasized, along with the validity of neurodivergent thinking. Takeaways Being misunderstood is an emotional experience Different processing doesn't mean less intelligent Understanding and accommodating neurodivergent communication is essential Chapters 00:00 Coping with Misunderstanding

14. 

    5 May 2026

    Ep 4. When Everything Feels Too Much

    This episode delves into the topic of neurodivergent overwhelm and shutdown, exploring the experience, causes, and real-life impact. It also provides gentle ways to regulate the nervous system and emphasizes the importance of releasing shame and embracing self-compassion and acceptance. Takeaways Neurodivergent overwhelm and shutdown Gentle ways to regulate the nervous system Chapters 00:00 Understanding Neurodivergent Overwhelm 07:22 Releasing Shame and Self-Compassion

15. 

    5 May 2026

    Understanding Unidentified Emotions (Bonus Ep.)

    This episode dives into those unidentified feelings, emotions. The ones we have but sometimes can't identify. The ones attached to our wounds. In this episode I talk about my relational wound within community and not feeling safe. The importance of considering others as we don't always have an understanding of what others are carrying. We all carry baggage and we all have a story - it's not always visible, therefore it gets overlooked. This episode is raw, real and relatable for many and often carries shame, therefore it is not often spoken about. No intros, no fluff. If you can relate, I hear you and I see you.

16. 

    28 Apr 2026

    Ep 3. The Cost of Hiding (Masking)

    This episode explores the concept of neurodivergent masking, its impact on individuals, and the importance of unmasking for self-validation and authenticity. Takeaways Neurodivergent masking is a survival strategy that involves suppressing natural traits to fit in socially. Unmasking is essential for rebuilding trust with the nervous system and reclaiming authenticity. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Neurodivergent Masking 07:39 Masking, Burnout, and Dissociation

17. 

    21 Apr 2026

    Ep 2. The Invisible Struggle: Labels, Neurodivergence and Coming Home to Myself

    This episode explores the invisible struggle of neurodivergent individuals, the impact of labels, and the journey towards self-acceptance and understanding. It delves into the challenges faced, the process of discovering one's neurodivergence, reframing experiences, and embracing self-acceptance. Takeaways Neurodivergence and labels Understanding and acceptance Chapters 00:00 The Invisible Struggle, labels, neurodivergence and coming home to myself 08:25 Reframing Experiences and Doing the Work

18. 

    15 Apr 2026

    Ep 1. From Survival Mode to Self-Understanding

    Liz shares a deeply personal story about embracing neurodivergence, surviving in disguise, internalized self-worth, struggles and adversities, journey to self-compassion, finding belonging, the crossroads of change, becoming authentic, and embracing your worth. Takeaways Embracing neurodivergence and self-compassion Journey from survival mode to self-understanding Chapters 00:00 Embracing Neurodivergence 06:04 Journey to Self-Compassion 11:14 Embracing Your Worth

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