FULFILLMENT THERAPY - Marriage & Family Therapy, Self Mastery, Self Actualization, Unmet Needs, LDS Parent, Family Connection

Welcome to Fulfillment Therapy. I’m Kendra Nielson—wife, mom, licensed therapist, and someone who’s been right where you are. If you’re doing everything “right” but still feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and empty inside, know you’re not alone. Maybe you thought life, marriage, and parenting would be simpler or more rewarding by now, yet some days all you want to do is hide under the covers, scroll and series binge endlessly, or reach for comfort food instead of facing the stress and chaos at home. I get it—I’ve been there.

This podcast was created for people like you—parents and adults in the thick of it, juggling family, work, and personal growth, struggling to find balance and meaning in the daily grind. Here, we talk real life, real struggles, and real solutions to help you break free from the exhausting rat race. We’ll take small, doable steps toward flourishing, improving your mental health, and living with purpose—even when life feels overwhelming.

You’ll find honest conversations with other leading experts and practical tools to reduce stress, handle overwhelm, and care for yourself without guilt or shame. We’ll explore how to refill your cup, set healthy boundaries, and reconnect with your values so you have more energy and joy to share with your family. It’s about creating a life that feels meaningful to you without unrealistic perfectionism.

We’ll transform exhaustion into strength, chaos into calm, and daily survival into a life you love. It really is possible!

Reach out anytime at hello@fulfillmenttherapy.org and join our community on Facebook and Instagram @fulfillmenttherapy.

Visit fulfillmenttherapy.org for more support and resources.

This is your space to heal, grow, and flourish. It’s time to start living the life you were born to live.


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Episodes

Thursday May 18, 2023

Do you think you’re pretty assertive and decent at communicating? Do you have a healthy self esteem and are you fairly confident most days? If you’re anything like my clients or myself, after this episode, you’ll likely discover that you have a lot further to go than you might have realized when it comes to communicating assertively. Assertiveness is the one thing that every client I coach tells me that they learned so much about and that this information was pivotal in creating stronger relationships and better communication.
Today, you’ll learn the different characteristics of 3 communication styles: passivity, assertiveness, and aggressiveness. Learn why all clients are surprised when they assess themselves and find they are less confident and assertive then they may have thought and learn what to do to start to improve your communication quickly. 
You’ll discover concepts from mental health professionals like Albert Ellis, Nathaniel Branden, Julie De Azevedo Hanks, and more. Gain clarity on less obvious ways assertiveness can show up in your life. 
I’ll give you key questions you can ask yourself to determine if you are living in alignment with your higher self and help you understand small steps you can take to develop clearer communication and improved mental health. 
Your path to a healthier family culture and healthier relationships starts today, my friend. Step forward into growth, my friend!
-Kendra
“Being assertive does not mean attacking or ignoring others feelings. It means that you are willing to hold up for yourself fairly–without attacking others.” -Albert Ellis (famous psychologist)
“The practice of assertiveness: being authentic in our dealings with others; treating our values and persons with decent respect in social contexts; refusing to fake the reality of who we are or what we esteem in order to avoid disapproval; the willingness to stand up for ourselves and our ideas in appropriate ways in appropriate contexts.” -Nathaniel Branden (famous psychotherapist and self esteem researcher)
“At its core, assertiveness is about the courage to express difference.” -Julie De Azevedo Hanks (Latter-day saint therapist and podcaster)
“Passivity allows others to decide for you. Aggressiveness decides for others. …Assertiveness decides for yourself.” -Darlene Lancer
https://www.verywellmind.com/coping-when-your-spouse-shuts-down-4097175 (What Is Stonewalling–article)
If you're ready for accelerated transformation, I'm launching Igniting Life on August 20th. This is a 12 week mental health and wellness makeover for individuals who are ready for change in clear, step-by-step ways with crucial accountability. If you’re ready to remodel your life and start thriving again, this is the course for you. I guarantee that the investment you make will be returned tenfold with tried and true therapeutic techniques, strategies, and tools from an invested, trustworthy source. Your compound growth is waiting for your commitment. You won’t regret it. 
 
ALL LINKS → https://linktr.ee/fulfillmenttherapy 
Website → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org
Contact → hello@fulfillmenttherapy.org
Instagram → @fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Community → http://bit.ly/fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Group → Private FB Group 
Schedule 1:1 Coaching → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org/1-on-1-coaching 
Chat → 1-986-910-5172 *text questions & topic requests

Monday May 15, 2023

Many of my clients–both men and women–come to me and share that even after they’ve achieved several of their dreams, they find themselves unhappy. It’s confusing. Maybe you’ve also felt that emptiness despite having so much. It can’t be confusing and frustrating, especially when it affects your mental health and how you show up to your loved ones. 
In today's episode, we’ll talk about several tactical steps you can take to discover your purpose, passion, calling, and mission so that you can not only get through the daily grind, but get rid of it. You’ll find greater clarity and progress so that you can find the fulfillment you’ve been seeking. I even break several tactical exercises down so you can easily do the work to get the results and begin to create a vision of a more purposeful life moving forward. You’ll find momentum and joy again as you start to intentionally create the life you want.
-Kendra
If you're ready for accelerated transformation, I'm launching Igniting Life on August 20th. This is a 12 week mental health and wellness reset for individuals who are ready for change in clear, step-by-step ways with crucial accountability. If you’re ready to remodel your life and start thriving again, this is the course for you. I guarantee that the investment you make will be returned tenfold with tried and true therapeutic techniques, strategies, and tools from an invested, trustworthy source. Your compound growth is waiting for your commitment. You won’t regret it. 
 
ALL LINKS → https://linktr.ee/fulfillmenttherapy 
Website → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org
Contact → hello@fulfillmenttherapy.org
Instagram → @fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Community → http://bit.ly/fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Group → Private FB Group 
Schedule 1:1 Coaching → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org/1-on-1-coaching 
Chat → 1-986-910-5172 *text questions & topic requests
 
"Visualize what you want to do before you do it. Visualization is so powerful that when you know what you want, you will get it." 
-Audrey Flack
“Create a vision of who you want to be, and then live into that picture as if it were already true.”
-Arnold Schwarzenegger
“Make your vision so clear that your fears become irrelevant.” -Kerwin Rae
"What you focus on grows, what you think about expands, and what you dwell upon determines your destiny."-Robin Sharma
"Life will only change when you become more committed to your dreams than you are to your comfort zone." -Billy Cox
"If you want to find your purpose in life, find your wound." -Rick Warren
"There is no greater gift you can give or receive than to honor your calling. It's why you were born. And how you become most truly alive." -Oprah Winfrey

Thursday May 11, 2023

Today we talk about the gifts of anxiety and depression. You’ll learn how paradigm shifts can help you see adversity as a powerful tool for growth–and you’ll understand just what those tools are. You’ll hear about exemplary people who navigated adversity like Louie Zamperini from Unbroken, Immaculee Illabagiza from Left to Tell, and others. 
You’ll be introduced to new concepts like “antifragility” and post traumatic growth and come to understand what they have to do with resilience–and how you can adopt a more resilient mindset in the midst of your own trials. I also include research from the latest thought leaders that will challenge some unhelpful cultural norms that have persisted for decades. You’ll explore your own hardships and how you’ve discovered priceless insights from your experiences that came about because of your experiences. 
You’ll discover how to change unhelpful narratives and how to grow in patience, wisdom, and hope–which are just some of many by-products of growth that are shared in this episode. You’ll leave with a greater understanding of adversity and what it can do for you in your life and in the lives of your loved ones. 
“I came to learn that God never shows us something we aren't ready to understand. Instead, He lets us see what we need to see, when we need to see it. He'll wait until our eyes and hearts are open to Him, and then when we're ready, He will plant our feet on the path that's best for us...but it's up to us to do the walking.”  -Immaculee Ilabagiza
“Through the fiercest fires, the finest steel is forged.” -Unknown
 
“I don’t want you to be safe ideologically. I don’t want you to be safe emotionally. I want you to be strong. That’s different. I’m not going to pave the jungle for you. Put on some boots, and learn how to deal with adversity. I’m not going to take all the weights out of the gym; that’s the whole point of the gym. This is the gym.” -The Coddling of the American Mind
“I knew that my heart and mind would always be tempted to feel anger--to find blame and hate. But I resolved that when the negative feelings came upon me, I wouldn't wait for them to grow or fester. I would always turn immediately to the Source of all true power: I would turn to God and let His love and forgiveness protect and save me.” Later she said, “If I can forgive, anyone can forgive.” -Immaculee Illabagiza
“However dark the night, however dim our hopes, the light will always follow the darkness” -Louis Zamperini
“The great lesson of my life is perseverance. Never give up. It's like my brother said, “Isn't one minute of pain worth a lifetime of glory?” -Louis Zamperini
Remember Louie’s words–”...the light will always follow the darkness.” See adversity as a gift and you’ll always find growth. 
-Kendra
If you're ready for accelerated transformation, I'm launching Igniting Life on August 20th. This is a 12 week mental health and wellness makeover for individuals who are ready for change in clear, step-by-step ways with crucial accountability. If you’re ready to remodel your life and start thriving again, this is the course for you. I guarantee that the investment you make will be returned tenfold with tried and true therapeutic techniques, strategies, and tools from an invested, trustworthy source. Your compound growth is waiting for your commitment. You won’t regret it. 
 
ALL LINKS → https://linktr.ee/fulfillmenttherapy 
Website → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org
Contact → hello@fulfillmenttherapy.org
Instagram → @fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Community → http://bit.ly/fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Group → Private FB Group 
Schedule 1:1 Coaching → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org/1-on-1-coaching 
Chat → 1-986-910-5172 *text questions & topic requests

Monday May 08, 2023

Do you feel sluggish and unmotivated in your life lately? Do you wish someone would give you some clear direction on how to start improving your life so that you can find joy in waking up again rather than laying in bed and dreading the day? If this is you, then you got your wish. 
In today’s episode you’ll learn how to create the life you can’t wait to wake up to using 6 straightforward hacks. You'll find out how to create a morning routine that happy, successful people use around the world that will set you apart and give you the momentum you're searching for. You’ll hear priceless tips and wisdom from Hal Elrod, Camilla Eyring Kimball, Ryan Blair, Chuck Palahniuk, and even Bob Saget. 
I’ll share stories that will teach you how to shift your mindset and refocus your life so that you can take charge of your life again. You’ll also discover the two simple things that will make miracles happen in your life. After listening, you’ll know exactly what you need to do to help you move past mediocrity and actively develop your full potential. 
“Wake up early every day so that while others are still dreaming, you can make your dreams come true.” -Hal Elrod
“Find joy in everything you choose to do. …Every job, relationship, home… it’s your responsibility to love it, or change it.” -Chuck Palahniuk 
"You do not find the happy life. You make it." -Camilla Eyring Kimball
 
May you be inspired and take action!
-Kendra
 
If you're ready for accelerated transformation, I'm launching Igniting Life on August 20th. This is a 12 week mental health and wellness makeover for individuals who are ready for change in clear, step-by-step ways with crucial accountability. If you’re ready to remodel your life and start thriving again, this is the course for you. I guarantee that the investment you make will be returned tenfold with tried and true therapeutic techniques, strategies, and tools from an invested, trustworthy source. Your compound growth is waiting for your commitment. You won’t regret it. 
 
ALL LINKS → https://linktr.ee/fulfillmenttherapy 
Website → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org
Contact → hello@fulfillmenttherapy.org
Instagram → @fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Community → http://bit.ly/fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Group → Private FB Group 
Schedule 1:1 Coaching → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org/1-on-1-coaching 
Chat → 1-986-910-5172 *text questions & topic requests

Thursday May 04, 2023

Do you feel like you’ve plateaued in life and that part of it may be because you make excuses, rationalize, get defensive, or rationalize away things that may help? Do you get frustrated with yourself but find it hard to root out those deep rooted character flaws? 
If so, you’re not alone. We all have further to go when it comes to taking more ownership for our lives. In this episode, you’ll learn about the victim cycle and ownership model and how you can determine where you are at, and what exactly you need to do to move above the line towards greater peace, joy, and growth.
In today's episode you'll learn what behaviors will keep you stuck and how you’ll be ‘acted upon’ as a victim and what behaviors will allow you to act and be owners that will propel your growth to undiscovered heights. 
You’ll hear quotes from Viktor Frankl and Stephen Covey and even get a free therapeutic exercise so you can begin to apply the concepts right away and make them more concrete in your mind and in your life. 
Enjoy!
-Kendra
If you're ready for accelerated transformation, I'm launching Igniting Life on August 20th. This is a 12 week mental health and wellness makeover for individuals who are ready for change in clear, step-by-step ways with crucial accountability. If you’re ready to remodel your life and start thriving again and you need more than these weekly episodes, this is the course for you. I guarantee that the investment you make will be returned tenfold with tried and true therapeutic techniques, strategies, and tools from someone you can trust. 
 
ALL LINKS → https://linktr.ee/fulfillmenttherapy 
Website → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org
Contact → hello@fulfillmenttherapy.org
Instagram → @fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Community → http://bit.ly/fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Group → Private FB Group 
Schedule 1:1 Coaching → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org/1-on-1-coaching 
Chat → 1-986-910-5172 *text questions & topic requests

Monday May 01, 2023

In today's episode you'll learn secrets to creating greater wellness balance–and tips to actually maintain. Find out what every client has in common and what one thing helps them find greater balance quickly and easily.
You’ll hear insights from President Russell M. Nelson, authors Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidt, and scriptural leaders like Isaiah and Alma.
You’ll discover tips on how to get started towards improving the different domains of wellness and then how to keep them going. I even give you some actionable homework to get started NOW on your own journey towards greater wellness balance. 
I know you'll learn and grow exponentially as you do the work. Enjoy!
-Kendra
 
If you're ready for accelerated transformation, I'm launching Igniting Life on August 20th. This is a 12 week mental health and wellness makeover for individuals who are ready for change in clear, step-by-step ways with crucial accountability. If you’re ready to remodel your life and start thriving again and you need more than these weekly episodes, this is the course for you. I guarantee that the investment you make will be returned tenfold with tried and true therapeutic techniques, strategies, and tools from someone you can trust. 
 
ALL LINKS → https://linktr.ee/fulfillmenttherapy 
Website → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org
Contact → hello@fulfillmenttherapy.org
Instagram → @fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Community → http://bit.ly/fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Group → Private FB Group 
Schedule 1:1 Coaching → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org/1-on-1-coaching 
Chat → 1-986-910-5172 *text questions & topic requests
 

Monday May 01, 2023

Today we’ll discuss a law of physics that teaches us that things will break down in our personal lives and our relationships if we’re not actively building them.
We learn how we can build a life like God, and use creation to strengthen the things we hold dear. I’ll share thoughts from C.S. Lewis on becoming something greater than we imagined, as well as perspectives from Mayo Oshin, Tony Robbins, Erwin Schrodinger, and Brooke Snow. 
We will explore how we can use creation and (and even repentance) in our own lives to create major transformation. I’ll even give a therapeutic challenge that will help you recommit to creating a more beautiful life today. 
 
Enjoy and Build Big!
Kendra
 
ALL LINKS → https://linktr.ee/fulfillmenttherapy 
Website → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org
Contact → hello@fulfillmenttherapy.org
Instagram → @fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Community → http://bit.ly/fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Group → Private FB Group 
Schedule 1:1 Coaching → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org/1-on-1-coaching 
Chat → 1-986-910-5172 *text questions & topic requests

Monday May 01, 2023

Hello, 
Today we're talking about something we've all faced--overwhelm and anxiety. In this episode, you'll learn what anxiety looks like for different people, why labeling and pathologizing don't always help, and what tools you can use to manage anxious feelings when you face them.
You'll discover how to keep yourself from mentally spiraling and how to structure your life in ways that minimizes overwhelm before life gets unmanageable using 10 simple steps.
You’ll learn insights from thought leaders like Stephen Covey, James Clear, Brian Tracy, and Dr. Joe Dispenza. By the end of this episode, you'll better understand how to improve your resilience to overwhelm and to know what do to when you are stuck in anxiety spirals that we all experience. I hope this episode motivates, teaches, and inspires you!
 
Enjoy and Shine Brightly!
Kendra
 
ALL LINKS → https://linktr.ee/fulfillmenttherapy 
Website → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org
Contact → hello@fulfillmenttherapy.org
Instagram → @fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Community → http://bit.ly/fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Group → Private FB Group 
Schedule 1:1 Coaching → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org/1-on-1-coaching 
Chat → 1-986-910-5172 *text questions & topic requests

Friday Apr 28, 2023

Hello, my friend!
In today's show we talk about what fulfillment is, why it's important, and how you can start finding more meaning and purpose in your life today despite running on fumes with all the craziness you have in your life.
I share insights from Tony Robbins and Marianne Williamson about purpose and letting our light shine, not only for ourselves, but for others. We explore how to move out of complacency and stagnancy into living a life where we're actively trying to reach our full potential--starting today. 
If you're doer--which I know you'll become--I give you some therapeutic homework so that you can begin living a life without regret now. Finally, I end with talking about Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and how it can help you move up the pyramid into a life with more joy, happiness, meaning and growth. 
Enjoy and Shine Brightly!
Kendra
 
ALL LINKS → https://linktr.ee/fulfillmenttherapy 
Website → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org
Contact → hello@fulfillmenttherapy.org
Instagram → @fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Community → http://bit.ly/fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Group → Private FB Group 
Schedule 1:1 Coaching → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org/1-on-1-coaching 
Chat → 1-986-910-5172 *text questions & topic requests
 

Fulfillment Therapy Trailer

Friday Apr 14, 2023

Friday Apr 14, 2023

Welcome to Fulfillment Therapy!
I'm so glad you're here and ready to grow exponentially! So much is in store for you,  my friend. Keep showing up and I promise I'll give you all need to recharge your life for free and all in the convenience of your own home, crazy home chaos and all. 
I can't wait to hear from you and connect soon . 
 
ALL LINKS → https://linktr.ee/fulfillmenttherapy 
Website → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org
Contact → hello@fulfillmenttherapy.org
Instagram → @fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Community → http://bit.ly/fulfillmenttherapy 
Facebook Group → Private FB Group 
Schedule 1:1 Coaching → https://fulfillmenttherapy.org/1-on-1-coaching 
Chat → 1-986-910-5172 *text questions & topic requests

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