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Listen to The Support and Kindness Podcast with Greg, Rich, Liam and Sarah. We talk about mental health, chronic illness, everyday life and kindness.

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  • Episode 59: Toxic Positivity. A bright Good Vibes Only sticker peels away to reveal layered purple and teal paper. The Support and Kindness Podcast.
    Toxic Positivity: What to Say Instead of “Just Stay Positive”
    By Greg Shaw | The Support and Kindness Podcast, Episode 59 You tell someone you're worn out. Maybe you're in pain. Maybe you're scared…
  • Body Image When Your Body Has Changed, Episode 58, with an illustrated adult sitting beside a mirror and cane.
    Body Image When Your Body Has Changed
    By Greg Shaw, host of The Support & Kindness Podcast | Episode 58 | October 30, 2026 Body image after illness, injury, disability, or…
  • Episode 57 artwork: Grief for the Life You Thought You’d Have, beside two cream chairs in a sunlit room. KindnessRX.org/57.
    Grief for the Life You Thought You’d Have
    By Greg Shaw | Companion to Episode 57 of The Support & Kindness Podcast Did you think life would look different by now? Maybe…
  • Episode 55 artwork for The Anxiety of Checking Your Phone. A hand holds a smartphone surrounded by email, text, missed-call, voicemail, and notification alerts.
    Phone Anxiety: Why Checking Your Phone Can Feel Like Too Much
    By Greg Shaw | Companion to Episode 55 of The Support & Kindness Podcast Your phone lights up. You have not even opened the…
  • A phone on a tripod beside groceries illustrates Episode 54's discussion of kindness videos, consent, and privacy.
    Are Influencers Ruining Kindness? Help, Consent, and the Camera
    By Greg Shaw | KindnessRX | Companion to Episode 54 of The Support & Kindness Podcast Someone is at the grocery checkout, putting things…
  • The Support & Kindness Podcast banner with four welcoming hosts and the website KindnessRX.org/listen.
    Meet the Team Behind The Podcast
    Four people. Different lives. One shared belief that honest conversation and human kindness can help people feel less alone. The Support & Kindness Podcast…

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Episode 22: If It Is Worth Doing It Is Worth Doing Badly

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Hosts & Co‑Hosts: Greg Shaw, Rich, Jay, Derek, Sam This episode centers on a freeing idea: if something truly matters, it’s worth starting even when you can’t do it well yet. Greg and the team explore how perfectionism often masks fear, how imperfect action creates learning, and why courage matters more than competence at the…

Episode 21: How to Stop Self-Sabotage & Break Free From Limiting Beliefs

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Episode 21: How to Stop Self-Sabotage & Break Free From Limiting Beliefs
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Self-sabotage can look like procrastination, perfectionism, negative self-talk, unhealthy coping, or pushing people away when things start going well. In this episode, the hosts unpack how fear (of failure/rejection and of success), low self-worth, and learned patterns can quietly derail progress—then share practical ways to interrupt the cycle with awareness, small steps, support, and self-compassion….

Episode 20 — Anxiety With No Apparent Cause

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Episode 20 — Anxiety With No Apparent Cause Hosts: Greg · Rich · Jay · Liam · Derek · Sarah Episode Overview Have you ever felt anxious for “no reason at all”? Your heart races, your chest tightens, your thoughts spiral, but  nothing obvious is wrong? In Episode 20, the Support and Kindness Podcast takes…

Episode 19 — Seasonal Affective Disorder — SAD

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Seasonal Depression (Seasonal Affective Disorder — SAD) Support and Kindness Podcast Hosts: Greg Shaw, Rich, Jay Episode Focus: Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), how it shows up in real life, and why compassion and connection matter during darker seasons. Episode Summary As daylight fades, many people notice changes in mood, energy, sleep, and motivation. In…

Episode 18: New Year Resolutions

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Hosts: Greg, Rich, Jay, Derek, Sarah Overview This episode opens the 2026 season with an honest, grounded look at why New Year’s resolutions so often fail—and what can actually help them last. The hosts focus on self‑compassion, small steps, and allowing space for real life. Instead of rigid promises, the conversation centers on clarity, flexibility,…

Episode 17: Gratitude

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The Support and Kindness Podcast Episode 17: Gratitude Hosts: Greg Shaw, Rich, Jay, Derek Podcast Series: Support and Kindness   Episode Summary In Episode 17, Greg and the co-hosts slow things down to talk about gratitude as a lived practice, not just good manners or positive thinking. The conversation explores how gratitude supports mental wellbeing,…

Episode 16: Holiday Traditions and Memories

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Episode 16: Holiday Traditions and Memories
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Support and Kindness Podcast Episode 16: Holiday Traditions and Memories Hosts: Greg, Rich, Jay, Derek   Episode Overview This episode explores holiday traditions around the world and the personal memories that give the season meaning. The conversation moves from ancient winter festivals and global rituals of light to deeply personal stories about family, food, grief,…

Episode 15: Forgiveness

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Episode 15: Forgiveness
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Episode 14: Understanding Chronic Pain – Beyond Hurt

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Episode 14: Understanding Chronic Pain – Beyond Hurt
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The Support & Kindness Podcast – Episode 14 Title: Understanding Chronic Pain: Beyond Hurt Recording date: December 6, 2025 Hosts: Greg (host), Rich, Jay, Derek, Sam Important Disclaimer None of the hosts are medical professionals. This episode offers education, validation, and peer support. It is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any treatment…

Episode 13: Holiday Stress!

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Episode 13: Holiday Stress!
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Episode: 12 – Substance Use Nostalgia

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Title: Substance Use Nostalgia – When “Good Memories” Become Risky Triggers   Podcast: The Support and Kindness Podcast Episode: 12 – Substance Use Nostalgia Release Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025   Hosts: Greg (host), with co-hosts Derek, Rich, Liam, and Jay Episode Summary In this powerful and honest episode, the team explores “substance use nostalgia”…

Episode 11: What Does Recovery Look Like To You?

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Episode 11: What Does Recovery Look Like To You?
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Title: The Support and Kindness Podcast with Greg and Rich Episode 11: What Does Recovery Look Like To You? Date: November 15, 2025 Hosts: Greg, Rich, Jay Episode summary: This episode explores how recovery can look different depending on the person and the context—addiction, eating disorders, mental health, or physical rehabilitation. The conversation emphasizes community,…

Episode 10: Dealing with Last-Minute Plan Changes

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The Support and Kindness Podcast with Greg and Rich Episode 10: Dealing with Last-Minute Plan Changes   Hosts: Greg, Rich, Jay Episode summary: In this episode, Greg, Rich, and Jay explore how to handle sudden plan changes without letting stress take over. They share personal stories—from canceled visits and transportation hiccups to rethinking holiday travel—and…

Episode 9: Asking for Help (And Accepting It)

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The Support and Kindness Podcast with Greg and Rich Episode 9: Asking for Help (And Accepting It) Hosts: Greg, Rich, Jay, Liam Episode summary: This episode explores why asking for and accepting help feels hard, even when it’s the right move. The hosts dig into research on gender, age, and workplace dynamics, and share personal…

Episode 8: Taming the Inner Critic

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The Support and Kindness Podcast with Greg and Rich  Episode 8: Taming the Inner Critic  Hosts: Greg, Rich, and returning guest Jay Episode Summary: In this heartfelt conversation, Greg, Rich, and Jay explore the “inner critic”—the harsh internal voice that judges, shames, and demands perfection. They discuss how it forms through past criticism, bullying, and…

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