A Really Good Cry

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This podcast won’t solve all your problems, but it WILL go through them with you. Radhi Devlukia brings you a new weekly show called A Really Good Cry, a space where we can embrace the real, the messy and the beautiful parts of life that can be difficult to digest alone, together. Tune in for a good ole’ laugh, maybe shed a tear or two, and join a community where you can have a really good cry!

There's no small talk here, we are diving straight in and it’s gonna get real. Whether it’s raw, unfiltered conversations, debate and discussions of different perspectives and life experiences or going on an emotional rollercoaster. A Really Good Cry is there for you to learn, connect, and find comfort together - that allows us to see the world and ourselves with a new perspective.

Some episodes will also feature surprise guests, including celebrities, scientists, experts and more. New episodes drop every Tuesday. Tag @areallygoodcry on Instagram with your best crying face for a chance to be featured on our social media channels. Like, comment and follow @areallygoodcry on Instagram if you want the chance to be featured on episodes. You can also subscribe to get exclusive and bonus content. Radhi will give listeners the opportunity to be part of the show by responding to dms, comments, questions and more.

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#134
Today · 24 min
Why You’re Not Getting What You Want Most - and How to Get it
Are you desperately holding onto something you want so badly? Do you feel like everything will finally be okay once it happens? What if the pressure to make it happen is actually pushing you further away? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi explores what happens when wanting something turns into needing it, and how desperation can quietly take over your thoughts, body, and decisions. She shares her own experience of becoming consumed by an outcome and how shifting from desperation to detachment completely changed the way she felt. From nervous system regulation and scarcity mindset to surrender, trust, and creating space for what you desire, this episode explores why you don't have to stop caring about something to let go of your grip on it. More importantly, Radhi shares practical ways to calm your body, interrupt anxious checking, reconnect with your life, and learn that uncertainty doesn't have to feel like an emergency. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why desperation can make you feel like your life cannot be okay until you get what you want. How wanting something deeply can turn into attachment, fear, and scarcity. Why your nervous system plays a role in how you respond to uncertainty and desire. How to stop impulsive checking and other rituals that feed desperation. Why loosening your grip doesn't mean giving up on what you want. How surrender, patience, and clarity can help you move toward what is truly meant for you. Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#133
November 3 · 1 hr 21 min
Why You Keep Choosing the Wrong People | Sabrina Zohar
Are you constantly trying to fix or change the people you date instead of accepting who they actually are? Do you find yourself picking at tiny "icks" just to protect yourself from real emotional intimacy? What would it look like to stop chasing the chaotic "spark" and finally choose secure, peaceful love? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi sits down with Sabrina Zohar, Relationship coach, host of The Sabrina Zohar Show, and NYT bestselling author of Why Am I Like This?, for a deeply honest conversation about breaking toxic dating cycles, healing attachment wounds, and learning to build genuine intimacy. From watching her own relationship patterns unravel to the daily practice of unlearning childhood conditioning, Sabrina brings practical wisdom, humor, and radical permission to stop abandoning yourself in love. This conversation covers repetition compulsion, avoidant icks vs. red flags, breaking free from limerence, and why choosing secure love requires facing uncomfortable truths. It’s one of those episodes that stays with you long after it’s over. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to identify your childhood relationship blueprints Differentiate avoidant "icks" from genuine red flags to stop self-sabotaging safe connections Break free from anxious limerence, fantasy projections, and obsessive social media checking Use simple communication scripts like "Can I share?" to set clear boundaries without defensiveness Build the self-trust required to stop abandoning your needs and choose peaceful, reciprocal love Follow Sabrina: https://www.tiktok.com/@sabrina.zohar https://www.instagram.com/thesabrinazoharshow/ https://sabrinazohar.com/ Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#132
October 27 · 23 min
How to Be a Better Friend and Build More Meaningful Friendships
Do you find it hard to open up, even with the people you love? Do you always feel like you have to handle everything on your own? What if letting yourself be known is actually a way of letting yourself be loved? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi explores what it really means to be vulnerable in friendship, why being self-sufficient can sometimes keep us disconnected, and how opening your heart can create a deeper kind of intimacy. She shares her own realization that being there for everyone else isn’t the same as allowing people to truly know and support you. From the difference between privacy and guardedness to learning who has earned access to the more delicate parts of you, this episode explores how vulnerability, trust, and emotional safety shape our closest relationships. And more importantly, it reminds us that we don’t have to carry everything alone—sometimes, allowing someone to witness what we’re going through is one of the most powerful ways we can give and receive love. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why sharing facts about your life isn’t the same as sharing your inner world. The difference between being private and being emotionally guarded. How vulnerability creates the sense of closeness that time alone cannot. Why you don’t have to tell everyone everything to build deeper friendships. How to recognize the people who have earned access to your heart. Why receiving love and support can be just as vulnerable as giving it. How allowing yourself to be known can become an offering of love. Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#131
October 20 · 1 hr 14 min
How to Enjoy Your Own Company and Build Self-Confidence | Cyrus Veyssi on Coming Out
What if the anxiety you’ve been fighting your whole life isn’t something to be fixed, but something to be cherished? How do you honor your identity and non-binary experience while building unwavering support within a traditional family? And what does it really take to embrace solitude, set zero-tolerance relationship boundaries, and step unapologetically into your power? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi sits down with digital creator, performer, and beauty visionary Cyrus Veyssi for one of the most vibrant, candid, and deeply resonant conversations on the show. Cyrus opens up about growing up as a fearless, performative child, coming out at a young age, experiencing their first panic attack at 12, and the transformative mindset shift that allowed them to reframe anxiety from an enemy into a cherished companion. Together, Radhi and Cyrus explore the profound armor of unconditional parental love, the nuanced experience of gender fluidity and non-binary identity, and why comedy serves as the ultimate bridge to empathy and human connection. They delve into navigating career boundaries with family, why physical solitude is essential for personal growth, empowering women to set unapologetic relationship standards, overcoming industry pushback, and Cyrus’s thrilling Broadway debut in & Juliet. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why anxiety isn’t a flaw to fix, but a relationship built on self-awareness and self-compassion How honesty, open communication, and family support protect against external hostility How gender fluidity embraces the balance of masculinity and femininity beyond societal binaries Why humor and lightness can reduce judgment and foster genuine understanding How solitude builds self-confidence, emotional neutrality, and mental clarity without disconnecting from a partner Why simple dating advice, like cutting off toxic exes and setting firm boundaries, can be life-changing How transformation, skincare, and beauty routines can become an apology to your younger self How seeing industry rejections as business decisions builds career resilience and the confidence to walk away Follow Cyrus: https://www.tiktok.com/@cyrusveyssi https://www.instagram.com/cyrusveyssi/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC78a2BkfOwEnR47HkJ0QtnQ Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#130
October 13 · 21 min
How to Find More Joy, Even When Life Is Hard
Do you feel like you’re always trying to survive life? Do the difficult moments seem to stay with you longer than the beautiful ones? What if having a good life isn’t about feeling happy all the time, but learning how to truly receive the good? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi explores what it really means to have a good life—not by denying pain, but by making sure pain isn’t the only thing we collect. She breaks down why our brains naturally hold onto negative experiences, how our attention shapes our inner world, and why joy often needs to be intentionally noticed and absorbed. From “whimsy maxxing” and reconnecting with your inner child to understanding what you’re truly giving your attention and devotion to, this episode invites you to look at what’s sitting at the center of your life. Radhi also shares simple practices for staying with joyful moments, cultivating gratitude, and creating more space for beauty, even when life feels difficult. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why we’re often better at surviving pain than receiving joy. How negativity bias can make difficult moments feel more powerful than beautiful ones. Why what you repeatedly give your attention to begins to shape your inner world. How to notice and absorb joyful moments instead of letting them pass you by. Why gratitude can transform how pain lives inside you. How small daily practices can help you create a life with more joy, beauty, and contentment. Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#129
October 6 · 1 hr 24 min
How to Reconnect with Your Feminine Heart with Jessica Winterstern
Are you exhausted from performing the version of yourself the world expects? Do you keep pushing through feelings instead of actually letting yourself have them? What would it feel like to stop proving yourself and just be? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi sits down with Jessica Winterstern, creator of The Feminine Heart, for a deeply honest conversation about what it actually means to live from an open heart. From watching her mother’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis crack her wide open, to the daily devotion it takes to stay soft in a world that rewards hardness, Jessica brings wisdom, warmth, and radical permission to feel everything. This conversation covers shadow work, sacred rage, somatic healing, and why true femininity has nothing to do with being passive. It’s one of those episodes that stays with you long after it’s over. In this episode, you’ll learn: What the feminine heart actually is and why it has nothing to do with how you look. Why softening requires feeling the full spectrum, including anger and rage, not just the gentle parts. How to use somatic practices to let emotions move through your body instead of calcifying inside it. What shadow work and the golden shadow reveal about the parts of yourself you’ve been hiding. Why the most magnetic thing you can do is commit to your own healing. Jessica is offering listeners a free meditation! Go to her Instagram @thefeminineheart and send her a DM with the word “Heart”. Follow Jessica: https://www.instagram.com/thefeminineheart https://youtube.com/@thefeminineheart https://www.facebook.com/share/1JHJavrtLF/?mibextid=wwXIfr Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#128
September 29 · 1 hr 26 min
Self-Sabotage, Boundaries and Choosing Better Relationships with Mandeep Dhillon
What if the hardest parts of your past are actually showing you who you’re meant to become? How do you stop settling for relationships that don’t serve you? And what does it really take to build friendships rooted in honesty, trust, and zero jealousy? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi sits down with her best friend and actress Mandeep Dhillon for one of the most honest and deeply personal conversations on the show. Mandeep opens up about growing up without a father figure, the patterns she carried into relationships, years of self-sabotage, and the therapy and inner work that helped her completely change the trajectory of her life. Together, Radhi and Mandeep explore what it means to truly know yourself, set boundaries, stop trying to fix the people you love, and build friendships where you can be completely honest without judgment. They also talk about faith, learning to surrender control, dating with intention, and why becoming your best self can change the people and experiences you attract into your life. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why childhood wounds can shape the way we experience love and relationships. How therapy helped Mandeep break patterns of self-sabotage and understand herself more deeply. Why setting boundaries and learning to say “no” can completely change your life. What makes a truly deep friendship, from trust and honesty to celebrating each other without jealousy. Why you can love someone deeply without taking responsibility for fixing their life. How faith, journaling, and surrender have helped Mandeep move through fear and uncertainty. Why becoming the version of yourself you want to be can change what you attract into your life. Follow Mandeep: https://www.instagram.com/mandidhillon/ https://www.threads.com/@mandidhillon Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#127
September 22 · 1 hr 13 min
Hospice Nurse Reveals the Things People See Before They Die
Are you afraid of death because no one talks about it honestly? Do you avoid the conversation even when you know you shouldn’t? What if understanding death taught you how to live? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi sits down with hospice nurse Julie McFadden, known online as Hospice Nurse Julie, for one of the most comforting and eye-opening conversations you’ll ever hear about dying. With over a decade in the ICU and another decade in hospice care, Julie demystifies what actually happens to the body, debunks the myths that make death scarier than it needs to be, and shares the mystical phenomena she has witnessed firsthand at the bedside. This episode is not morbid. It is one of the most life-affirming conversations on the show. Because when you understand how the body is built to die, you stop fearing it and start appreciating everything you have right now. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why the body is biologically designed to die peacefully with very little intervention. What actually happens during the final hours, from the death rattle to agonal breathing. Why IV fluids and morphine myths cause more harm than good. The mystical phenomena Julie witnesses regularly, including terminal lucidity and visioning. Why the number one deathbed regret is not appreciating your health while you had it. Follow Julie: https://www.instagram.com/hospicenursejulie https://www.hospicenursejulie.com/about-me https://youtube.com/@hospicenursejulie https://www.penguin.co.uk/authors/304563/julie-mcfadden Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#126
September 15 · 16 min
How to Stop Taking Everything Personally
Do you spiral over one short reply? Does one comment stay with you for days? What if none of it was ever about you? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi breaks down why we take things personally, what’s actually happening in the body and mind when we do, and how to stop letting other people’s behavior define how we feel about ourselves. From the nervous system’s need to fill in uncertainty to the unhealed past pain that gets triggered by a single comment, this episode gets to the root of why we react the way we do. And more importantly, it gives you real tools to pause, ground yourself, and stop outsourcing your worth to other people’s moods. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why your brain fills silence and short replies with the most painful explanation. How projection works and why other people’s behavior is rarely about you. Why a small comment can trigger a massive reaction and what that’s really pointing to. How to use grounding and the pause to stop reacting from old wounds. Why emotional regulation means letting others inform you, never define you. Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#125
September 8 · 1 hr 20 min
How to Live a Life You Won’t Regret with Ben Nemtin
Are your biggest dreams buried so deep you’ve forgotten they’re there? Do you keep waiting for the right time, the right mood, the right version of yourself? What if the life you actually want is already on a list somewhere, just waiting for you to begin? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi sits down with Ben Nemtin, co-founder of The Buried Life, to talk about what it took to crawl out of a debilitating depression and build one of the most inspiring movements in a generation. Ben went from being unable to leave his bedroom to playing basketball with President Obama, all by chasing a handwritten bucket list and helping strangers do the same. This conversation covers fear, regret, mortality, and what it actually takes to stop postponing your life. Ben is honest, funny, and deeply human, and this episode will make you want to write your list the moment it’s over. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why fear is actually a signal that something matters, not a reason to stop. The three barriers keeping most people from their dreams. What 76% of people regret most on their deathbeds and how to avoid it. How to create urgency without waiting for a crisis to force your hand. Why play and friendship are essential, not optional, parts of a full life. Follow Ben: https://www.instagram.com/bennemtin https://www.bennemtin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/share/19YAho3pT1/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.linkedin.com/in/bennemtin Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#124
September 1 · 21 min
For When You Have Morning Anxiety
Do you wake up already overwhelmed before the day has even started? Is there a low hum of dread that hits the moment you open your eyes? What if you could change the first fifteen minutes and change everything? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi gets honest about morning anxiety, what it actually is, why it happens, and what she does every single morning to move through it. She walks you through her exact 15-minute morning ritual, the reminders she keeps pinned in her Notes app, and the daytime habits that keep the anxiety from creeping back. Because you don’t have to solve your whole life before 8am. You just have to get through the next few minutes. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why morning anxiety happens and what keeps the anxious loop running. How to use breathwork to anchor yourself before you even get out of bed. The thought reframing technique that stops catastrophizing in its tracks. The exact reminders Radhi returns to every morning when anxiety takes over. Why movement is one of the most powerful tools for breaking the anxiety cycle. Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#123
August 25 · 1 hr 8 min
How to Become the Person You Want to Be with Derick Grant
Are you waiting for rock bottom to finally change? Do you keep slipping back into the same old patterns? What if transformation is about who you become, not what you do? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi sits down with mindset coach and former Harlem Globetrotter Derick Grant to explore what it actually takes to transform your life from the inside out. From the athlete’s mindset to healing your inner child, this conversation goes deep on why most people stay stuck and what it really takes to break free. Derick brings his RAC framework, his take on ego, nervous system awareness, and a seven-step inner child healing process to help you stop performing change and start embodying it. Because the version of you that has everything you want already exists. You just have to become them first. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why true transformation only happens when staying the same hurts more than changing. How the RAC pillars (Resilience, Accountability, Consistency) create lasting change. What your nervous system has to do with scarcity, trauma, and abundance. Why ego isn’t the enemy and how to use it as a tool instead. How to stop seeking validation externally and generate it from within. The seven laws of healing your inner child, from awareness to full integration. You don’t find the life you want. You become the person who already has it. Follow Derick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dgmindset https://www.instagram.com/dgmindset https://www.facebook.com/share/1Gnxkngnoz/?mibextid=wwXIfr Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#121
August 18 · 18 min
The Ancient Secret to Increase Vitality & Radiance in the Body
Do you feel depleted no matter how much you sleep or how clean you eat? Are you tired of chasing energy instead of actually having it? What if true radiance has nothing to do with your skincare routine? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi explores the ancient Ayurvedic concept of Ojas, the refined essence of deep nourishment that creates real vitality, glowing skin, and that magnetic, quietly confident energy you can feel in a person the moment they walk in the room. This isn’t about another morning routine or superfood. It’s about understanding why your body is depleted at the root level and how to slowly, consistently rebuild from the inside out. Because radiance isn’t something you apply. It’s something you cultivate. In this episode, you’ll learn: What Ojas is and why it’s the foundation of real beauty and vitality. Why skin and hair are the last to receive nourishment and what that means for how you take care of yourself. The four pillars to build Ojas: nutrition, rest, touch, and emotional nourishment. Why eating warm, grounding foods and slowing down at meals changes everything. How abhyanga and romanticizing your daily life signals safety to your nervous system. Why feminine energy thrives on receiving, not output, and how to start softening into that. You were never meant to run on empty. Ojas is what it feels like to finally be full. Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#122
August 11 · 58 min
Miranda Kerr: Evolving Into New Phases of Life
Have you ever felt like the version of you the world sees isn’t the whole story? Do you wonder how to stay grounded when life keeps pulling you in every direction? What does it actually look like to evolve without losing yourself? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi sits down with model, entrepreneur, and mother of four Miranda Kerr for an honest conversation about what it takes to build a life rooted in something real. From growing up barefoot on a farm in rural Australia to becoming the first Australian Victoria’s Secret Angel, Miranda has spent her life learning that true beauty has nothing to do with what the industry tells you. This episode goes beyond the surface, into motherhood, meditation, marriage, and the daily rituals Miranda swears by. She opens up about founding KORA Organics after her mother’s health scare, why she’s been meditating for over two decades, and how asking her husband and kids how she can love them better has transformed her relationships. In this episode, you’ll learn: How Miranda survived one of the world’s most comparison-driven industries with her confidence intact. Why she founded KORA Organics and the ingredient she’s built it around. The daily rituals that ground her, from Vedic meditation to abhyanga. How she creates a deep connection with each of her four boys. Why feeling your emotions fully is the key to preventing energetic blockages. The most beautiful thing about Miranda Kerr isn’t what you’ve seen on a runway. It’s how intentionally she’s built everything since. Get your koraorganics.com product with the discount code RADHI20. Follow Miranda: https://www.instagram.com/mirandakerr?igsh=MWxnZnd2Zm4yNHZsYg== https://www.facebook.com/share/1JhRTHHy94/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.tiktok.com/@mirandakerr?_r=1&_t=ZS-98JOuMhJa8l Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#120
August 4 · 16 min
For When You Feel Disconnected From Yourself
Do you feel lost even though life looks fine on the outside? Are you busy, achieving, moving, but somehow completely disconnected? What if the version of you showing up every day isn’t actually you? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi walks you through what it really means to lose touch with yourself and, more importantly, how to find your way back. Inspired by Jay Shetty’s Think Like a Monk, she shares a practical self-audit process that cuts through the noise and gets honest about what’s actually running your life. Because your calendar and your bank statement don’t lie. And sometimes the gap between what you say you value and how you actually spend your time is where all the disconnection lives. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to audit your time and money to reveal what you actually value. Why most of what we call our values are really just survival strategies from the past. How your environment quietly shapes what you normalize, celebrate, and become. Why major life changes shift your values and how to catch it before you drift too far. How to categorize your values into higher and lower using wisdom from the Bhagavad Gita. You don’t find yourself by searching harder. You find yourself by getting honest about where you already are. Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#119
July 28 · 55 min
Dr. Sasha Hamdani On The Truth About ADHD in Women
What if ADHD is more than just being “distracted”? What if the struggles with focus, emotions, time, motivation, and even relationships are all connected in ways we rarely talk about? And what if understanding how your brain works could help you stop seeing yourself as broken—and start building systems that actually support you? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi Devlukia sits down with psychiatrist and ADHD specialist Dr. Sasha Hamdani for an honest and eye-opening conversation about what ADHD really looks like beyond the stereotypes. Dr. Sasha breaks down the science of ADHD in a simple and deeply relatable way—explaining why it’s not just an attention issue, but a regulation issue that can affect emotions, sleep, focus, energy, motivation, relationships, and self-worth. Together, they explore the realities of living with ADHD as an adult, the emotional impact of rejection sensitivity, the differences in how ADHD presents in women, and why so many people go undiagnosed for years. Radhi also shares her own experiences with time blindness, hyperfocus, overwhelm, and building systems that help her navigate daily life with more compassion and structure. From dopamine and medication to social overstimulation and emotional regulation, this episode offers both practical tools and validating insights for anyone trying to better understand their mind. In this episode, you’ll learn: What ADHD actually is—and why it’s more than just distractibility The difference between inattentive, hyperactive, and combined ADHD Why ADHD is often missed or misdiagnosed in women How dopamine, motivation, and hyperfocus are connected What “time blindness” is and why ADHD brains struggle with time perception The link between ADHD, emotional regulation, and rejection sensitivity Why movement and fidgeting can improve focus How ADHD affects relationships, communication, and conflict The connection between ADHD and addiction or self-soothing behaviors How sleep, nutrition, exercise, and structure impact symptoms The difference between stimulant and non-stimulant ADHD medications Practical tools for managing focus, overwhelm, and daily routines Why understanding your personal patterns is key to building systems that work This episode is a reminder that ADHD isn’t a personal failure or lack of discipline—it’s a different way of processing the world. And with understanding, support, and the right tools, it’s possible to work with your brain instead of constantly fighting against it. Follow Dr. Sasha: https://www.instagram.com/thepsychdoctormd/ https://www.drhamdanimd.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@thepsychdoctormd https://www.tiktok.com/@thepsychdoctormd?lang=en Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#118
July 21 · 18 min
Who Are You REALLY? And How Do You Figure It Out
What if the version of yourself you’ve been protecting isn’t actually who you are? Why is it so easy to lose ourselves in roles, expectations, and the need to be understood? And when was the last time you sat in complete stillness and truly listened to yourself? In this solo episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi explores what it really means to be your true self—and why so many of us spend our lives identifying with roles, expectations, and versions of ourselves that were never truly ours. Drawing inspiration from Vedic philosophy and the concept of the “atman,” she reflects on the difference between the temporary self and the deeper, unchanging part of us that exists beneath the noise. Through personal reflections and honest moments of questioning, Radhi opens up about the pressure to perform, the fear of uncovering uncomfortable truths about ourselves, and the challenge of sitting in stillness long enough to actually listen inward. She shares how attachment, ego, distraction, and constant stimulation can pull us further away from ourselves—and why reconnecting often requires subtraction rather than adding more. In this episode, you’ll learn: What Vedic philosophy says about the “true self” The difference between your identity and your deeper consciousness How attachment and ego shape the way we move through life Why stillness is essential for self-awareness and clarity The subtle ways we perform in relationships, work, and daily life How to recognize inherited beliefs and conditioned identities Why uncovering yourself is more about remembering than becoming Small practices to help you reconnect with who you really are Whether you’re feeling lost, overwhelmed by expectations, or simply craving a deeper connection with yourself, this episode is a gentle reminder that your true self isn’t something you need to create—it’s something that’s already been there all along. Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#117
July 14 · 49 min
The Science of Herbalism: Herbs for Heartbreak, Grief, and Anxiety with Rachelle Robinett
What if the way you care for yourself has become more complicated than it needs to be? How much of healing is really about adding more—and how much of it is about reconnecting to what’s already around you? And what if the answers you’re searching for have been growing in nature all along? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi sits down with herbalist and wellness expert Rachelle Robinett for a grounding and deeply nourishing conversation on herbalism, healing, and returning to your body’s natural wisdom. Rachelle shares how her journey from the fashion world to herbal medicine led her back to herself—and why herbalism isn’t just about plants, but about rebuilding your relationship with nature, intuition, and the rhythms of your own body. Together, they explore the tension between modern wellness culture and simplicity, the emotional roots of anxiety and burnout, and how presence, rest, and small daily rituals can become powerful forms of healing. From adaptogens and bitters to nervous system support and sleep rituals, this episode is filled with practical ways to bring more balance into your everyday life. In this episode, you’ll learn: What herbalism actually is—and how to start incorporating it into your life Why modern wellness can sometimes disconnect us from true health How herbs can support anxiety, grief, stress, and emotional healing The difference between adaptogens, nervines, bitters, and sedatives Which herbs support energy, sleep, digestion, and hormone balance Why cravings can reveal deeper emotional needs How presence and discomfort can lead to deeper self-awareness The connection between digestion, skin health, stress, and overall wellbeing Simple ways to reconnect with nature in your daily routine This episode is a reminder that healing doesn’t always have to be extreme or complicated—sometimes it begins with slowing down, listening to your body, and remembering that nature has always been part of the conversation. Follow Rachelle: https://www.instagram.com/rachellerobinett/ https://rachellerobinett.substack.com/ Get her book here: https://tinyurl.com/2subh8rz Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#116
July 7 · 13 min
Belief Is Magnetic: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything
Have you ever felt stuck between fear and possibility? Do you find yourself waiting for proof before you allow yourself to believe in something bigger? Or maybe… you’re tired of shrinking yourself just to feel safe? In this solo episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi explores the quiet power of belief—and how the stories we repeat to ourselves shape the way we move through life. Inspired by a simple quote, “belief is magnetic,” Radhi reflects on the difference between chosen belief and fear-based doubt, and why learning to trust yourself can completely transform the way you experience the unknown. Through personal stories and gentle reminders, Radhi shares how belief isn’t about pretending everything is perfect—it’s about choosing hope even before the evidence arrives. She opens up about navigating self-doubt, shifting limiting thoughts, and the small daily practices that help her reconnect to possibility, courage, and trust. In this episode, you’ll learn: How your beliefs shape your actions, confidence, and relationships The difference between intuition, fear, and self-doubt Why repeating small promises to yourself builds real self-trust How to shift limiting thoughts into more expansive ones The hidden ways doubt keeps us stuck and hesitant Why belief is not certainty—but a willingness to keep moving forward Simple mindset shifts to help you feel more hopeful, capable, and aligned Whether you’re navigating uncertainty, rebuilding confidence, or learning to dream again, this episode is a reminder that belief doesn’t require proof—it simply asks you to stay open to the possibility that life can still surprise you. Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#115
June 30 · 1 hr 32 min
How to Get The Best Sleep of Your Life with Dr. Michael Breus 'The Sleep Doctor'
How much of your exhaustion is actually about sleep—and how much of it is everything you’re doing around it? What if the reason you’re not sleeping isn’t because your body is broken, but because your habits are? Are you trying to force rest… instead of creating the conditions for it? In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi sits down with sleep expert Dr. Michael Breus for a deeply practical and eye-opening conversation on sleep, energy, and what’s actually keeping you up at night. Dr. Breus breaks down sleep in the simplest way—reminding us that it’s a natural biological function, not something we should have to “hack.” From understanding sleep apnea (especially how it shows up differently in women) to why melatonin is often misused, this conversation challenges everything you thought you knew about rest. They explore the role of stress, environment, and daily habits in shaping your sleep—and why it’s not just about how long you sleep, but how you prepare for it. In this episode, you’ll learn: What sleep apnea actually is—and why it’s often missed in women Why melatonin isn’t a sleep solution (and when it actually works) How stress and anxiety silently disrupt your ability to rest The biggest mistakes people make with sleep trackers and supplements How your sleep environment (light, sound, temperature) affects your rest Why your chronotype determines the best time for you to sleep The truth about caffeine, naps, and “catching up” on rest Simple ways to create a nighttime routine that actually works This episode is a reminder that sleep isn’t something you need to chase—it’s something you need to support. Follow Dr. Michael: https://sleepdoctor.com/reallygoodcry https://www.linkedin.com/in/thesleepdoctor https://sleepdoctor.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thesleepdoctor/ https://www.tiktok.com/@thesleepdoctor https://sleepdoctor.com/reallygoodcry Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.instagram.com/areallygoodcry/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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