About this episode

In this episode, Kyira Wackett addresses the challenges of seeking quick fixes for mental health issues and emphasizes the importance of radical acceptance and incremental change.

In this episode, I respond to a question from an anonymous listener who writes: keep thinking I’ve found the answer. The habit. The routine. The practice. The mindset shift. I go all in, hoping this will finally fix my burnout, loneliness, resentment, or anxiety. And when I’m not magically better a few weeks later, I feel defeated and stop. It makes me wonder if I’m broken or if nothing actually works for me. Why does change feel so impossible? And how do I stop chasing fixes and actually create real, lasting change? ”We explore the intersection of shame, radical acceptance, and sustainable growth — and why healing isn’t about finding the perfect tool, but about building a long-term relationship with yourself. Inside this episode, we’ll talk about: Why “fix it” culture keeps setting us up to feel broken What radical acceptance actually looks like in everyday life The power of 1% shifts over dramatic overhaulsHow to take responsibility for your healing without drowning in self-blame If you’ve ever felt exhausted by trying everything and still feeling stuck, this episode will help you reframe change as incremental, human, and possible — even when it’s slow. 📝 Want to submit a…

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