You’re Doing It
To my loyal readers, I apologize for being MIA the last several weeks. I know so many of you are going through Caring Counselor withdrawal after not hearing from me for six weeks. (Please note […]
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Embrace Your Crazy: Janay’s Story Pt. 1
She pressed me for months to be a guest on our podcast, and she certainly did not let down. Janay is our first of many guests who are coming to share their story with Bubba, Marissa, and the world. Check out the first half of our interview with Janay and stay tuned for part 2!
The Caring Counselor Year in Review (2022)
I feel so far behind. Ten days into the 2023, and I am just now getting to my year in review. In all honesty, 2023 has not been so kind to me thus far. I […]
First Episode!
In our first ever episode, your hosts Marissa Faye Cohen and Bubba Castorina introduce themselves and explore the meaning behind the podcast’s very title. Sit back, tune in, and feel free to embrace the impending craziness.
Harder Than Usual
This holiday season, man. It feels like there has been a full moon every night since Thanksgiving. My life feels out of control at times and harder to manage this in years past. Not only […]
As Simple As A List
*****NSFW language**** You’ve been warned. Let’s be fucking real for a second. Life ain’t easy. A “normal” (whatever that is anymore) day is complicated. Throw whatever extra shit into the mix you want, and you […]
The Silver Lining of COVID-19
I walked in the door to an unfamiliar sight in recent memory. My landlord/friend was parked at his desk wrapped up in a sweatshirt and blanket. He just got home from a seven-week business trip […]
Doing Nothing Does Something
Some of you likely had a conniption reading that title. How does one do nothing and do something simultaneously? It is like dividing by zero. It is impossible. No, it’s not. It can be done. […]
Grace Over Guilt
By far, I am my own worst critic. I am notorious for self-deprecation. Given my long trauma history, black-and-white thinking, and unrealistic expectations of myself, it’s easy to go down that rabbit hole. Personally, I […]
The Benefits of Having a Pet Companion
Now that I have lured you in with an absolutely adorable picture of a golden retriever, I would like to introduce you to Butler. Although he is not technically my dog (belongs to my landlord), […]