This Might Get Uncomfortable

There are many elements in our lives that affect our well-being and there are many ways that we can explore them. One avenue to optimal self-care is having open, honest conversations about what it means to be well. Navigate love and relationships, purpose and meaning, mental health and wellness, success and failure, and all of those things that make us human with Whitney Lauritsen on This Might Get Uncomfortable. Whitney has over 13 years of professional experience in the health, wellness, and entertainment industries. She guides you through the confusion and the curiosity, the suffering and the unfulfilled potential, and the questions of why we’re here and what we’re doing. Join her each week as she shares her perspectives on wellness and has radically authentic, insightful conversations about life with special guests. This Might Get Uncomfortable, so prepare to dive deep into the rabbit hole. Nothing is off-limits here! Life presents us with challenges every single day. Many of us

This Might Get Uncomfortable is a health podcast hosted by Whitney Lauritsen, with 519 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Whitney Lauritsen hosts This Might Get Uncomfortable, a health show with 519 episodes published.

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  Episode #519

  The weight of doing what's right for you

  Nov 12, 20251h 26mS0

  <p>Whitney returns home to Los Angeles after her fall road trip with reflections on closure, accessibility, and the complicated peace that comes from choosing integrity over ease. This episode moves through themes of neurodivergence, justice sensitivity, anxiety, and the courage it takes to make decisions that protect long-term wellbeing—especially when the world rewards convenience and conformity.</p><p><br></p><p>She shares the story of a major professional decision, how it tested her values, and what it revealed about people-pleasing, independence, and the constant tension between wanting to fit in and needing to stand apart. Along the wa...

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  Episode #518

  When rest doesn’t fix it: on neurodivergent burnout, shame, and self-acceptance

  Oct 16, 20251h 1mS0

  <p>Whitney returns after her longest podcast break yet with an unfiltered reflection on what it means to try again when everything feels heavy. Recorded from her childhood bedroom in Massachusetts during her annual fall road trip, this episode explores fatigue, executive dysfunction, burnout, and the complex relationship between rest, shame, and self-acceptance.</p><p><br></p><p>She shares recent experiences—from missing tax deadlines and battling self-judgment to navigating her dog Evie’s sudden health scare and ongoing recovery—and what these moments have revealed about living with neurodivergence and cPTSD in a world that often feels unsafe or misaligned.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’ve ever felt exhausted no matter how much you rest, s...

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  Episode #517

  What filled me with joy at Natural Products Expo 2025

  Jul 28, 202554 minS0

  <p>Whitney shares her full recap of Natural Products Expo West 2025 in Anaheim. You’ll hear what it was like to attend one of the biggest industry trade shows in the natural products world—from staying at the Hilton for the first time to sampling everything from oat milk truffles to sugar-free condensed coconut milk.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is a mix of product discovery, founder stories, and real talk about how customer service shapes brand perception. If you’re curious about what’s trending in vegan, gluten-free, and functional foods—or you just want to live vicariously through Whitney’s eyes and tastebuds—this one’s for you.</p><p><br></p><p>🎧 What You...

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  Episode #516

  A quick word about speaking up in tumultuous times

  Jun 26, 202515 minS0

  <p>Whitney (she/her) shares a brief update in response to the current state of the world. This episode steps outside the usual format to acknowledge the uncertainty, fear, and collective concern surrounding global events, political shifts, and the growing tension in the U.S.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’re looking for safe, thoughtful spaces to process what’s happening—or you’ve wondered where Whitney’s been politically active—this episode is a reminder that staying connected and informed can take many forms.</p><p ><br></p><p >Join the Community:</p> Want to keep the conversation...

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  Episode #515

  The unexpected delight of doing less and how that leaves room for more

  May 26, 202547 minS0

  <p>In this cozy, meandering update, Whitney sits down to catch you up on life since the last recording. You’ll hear about her first Disneyland trip in nearly 20 years, prepping for the Beyoncé concert, thoughts on aging and creativity, her recent movie obsession, and what it’s been like revamping her private community, Beyond Measure.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is an honest reflection on energy, joy, connection, and letting go of hustle culture. If you’ve ever needed permission to go off-script and just follow what lights you up, this one’s for you.</p><p><br></p><p>🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:</p>Whitney’s evolving relationship with time...

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