Back Porch Bestie

Back Porch Bestie

Hosted by: Kasey Compton & Kelsey Blaha

Have you ever looked around, examined your life, and thought is this IT?? I imagine you have, and I KNOW you’re not alone. I’m Kasey and right here beside me is Kelsey. We are licensed professional counselors,...

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31: The Dark Side of Twin Flames Universe

What would you do if someone you love got involved in a toxic community or relationship? Kasey and Kelsey share their thoughts on the recently popular Netflix documentary, Escaping Twin Flames. They analyze the...
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30: The Visiting Dilemma: To Visit or Not to Visit?

Are you a chitchatter who loves visiting people's houses or do you prefer having them visit you? Kasey and Kelsey discuss their contrasting views and experiences when it comes to visiting friends and family. They...
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29: From Swirlies to Social Media: Teaching Kids to Stand Up for Themselves

Ever wondered how your child would handle a bullying situation? Would they talk it out or fight back? Inspired by a TikTok video, Kasey and Kelsey discuss the topic of bullying and how to teach children to handle...
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28: Unpacking the Trauma and Mental Health Struggles of Pop Icon, Britney Spears

With the recent release of Britney Spears’ memoir, Kasey and Kelsey provide their thoughts on the trauma and mental health struggles of the 1990’s pop icon. They discuss the challenges she faced as a young girl in the...
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27: The Enneagram Explained with Whitney Owens, LPC

The Enneagram is a powerful tool that can help us understand our personality type and how we interact with the world. It consists of 9 different types, each with their own motivations, fears, and behaviors. Enneagram...
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26: Aliens, Chupacabras, and Mom Guilt

In this interesting conversation, Kasey and Kelsey discuss a range of topics including a chupacabra in Wisconsin, experiencing mom guilt, and the importance of pursuing hobbies and self-care. They reflect on the guilt...
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25: Let's Get DEEP: Creating Open and Honest Conversations

What better way to spark deep, meaning conversation than by playing a game?! In this episode, Kasey and Kelsey play a card game, Let's Get Deep: Questions for Couples, live on the podcast. They dive into icebreakers,...
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24: Liar, Liar, Pants On Fire

Lies, lies, and more lies!  Inspired by an episode from We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle, Kasey and Kelsey dive into the topic of lies vs truths, and the impact that lies have on relationships and personal...
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23: Relationship Red Flags

We all know that feeling when something just doesn't seem right in a relationship, but sometimes it can be difficult to recognize those red flags and take action. In this conversation, Kasey and Kelsey discuss the...
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22: Taking the Non-Traditional Career Path

In a world that often pushes us into predefined boxes, it's essential to challenge societal norms and embrace non-traditional paths. In this conversation, Kelsey and Kasey discuss their recent visit to a local high...
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21: Healing from Religious Trauma and Stepping Into Spirituality with Dawn Gabriel, MA, LPC

What happens when we neglect our spiritual selves? In a world where we are constantly bombarded with the pressures of work, relationships, and societal expectations, it's easy to lose sight of our own spiritual...
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20: Overcoming Limiting Beliefs: Embracing Fear and Taking Action with Christy Pennison

What is holding you back from accomplishing your goals? What if what is in the way is actually the way?    Christy Pennison joins the show to discuss limiting beliefs and how they hold us back from pursuing our goals....
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