In this season finale, we talk about what it really means to choose your hard.

Because life — for all of us — is hard. Whether it’s staying in a relationship or leaving one, working on your health or neglecting it, chasing your dreams or playing it safe… it’s all hard. And it's ultimately up to you - which hard you can live with. 

Throughout Season One, we’ve learned how to face our hard moments with honesty, accountability, and strength — and this final episode ties it all together. I’ll walk you through how to recognize your version of “hard,” how to own it, and why choosing the right hard can change everything.

Plus, I’m leaving you with a challenge: choose your hard.

🎬 Stay tuned for Season Two of Someone Should Know — coming early 2026.

🎪 Show Links:
Shallon Lester
Jocko Willink TedTalk
Extreme Ownership
Will Smith Video

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If you or someone you know is battling their mental health, please call or text the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988.

Disclaimer: Host, Lydia Shock, is not — nor does she ever claim to be — a mental health professional. This podcast is not a substitute or replacement for professional mental health services.

In this week’s episode, I’m sharing 11 things I’ve learned in the 11 years since struggling with suicidal ideation.

It’s been over a decade of learning how to be okay — for real this time. From realizing that “this too shall pass” isn’t just a cliché, to understanding why keeping your circle small can actually save your peace, to taking ownership of your life (even when it’s not easy)… this episode is full of the lessons that shaped me into the person I am today.

If you’re in the middle of your hard season, or you’re just trying to make sense of where you’ve been — I hope this conversation reminds you that it does get better, slowly but surely.

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If you or someone you know is battling their mental health, please call or text the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988.

Disclaimer: Host, Lydia Shock, is not — nor does she ever claim to be — a mental health professional. This podcast is not a substitute or replacement for professional mental health services.

We live in a world obsessed with instant results — quick fixes, overnight success, and 30-day transformations. But the truth? Real growth is rarely glamorous. It’s slow, steady, and sometimes painfully boring. In this episode, we’re talking about what growth actually looks like: the tiny choices that add up, the habits that feel mundane, and the patience it takes to build something that lasts.

From paying off one credit card to skipping the drive-thru, we’re breaking down how progress happens in the smallest, quietest moments — and why that’s something to celebrate.

Show Links 🎪
Rocky Creek Candle Company

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If you or someone you know is battling their mental health, please call or text the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988.

Disclaimer: Host, Lydia Shock, is not — nor does she ever claim to be — a mental health professional. This podcast is not a substitute or replacement for professional mental health services.

Odds are... you'll encounter one. 🧛‍♂️

In this episode, we’re talking about energy vampires — the people who suck the life right out of you and give nothing in return. From the f*ck boy who thrives on your attention, to the miserable friend who’s allergic to joy, to the toxic roommate and soul-crushing boss… we’re calling them all out.

In this episode - we talk about ways to spot the signs of an energy vampire before they drain you dry, how to set boundaries that protect your peace, and how to reclaim your emotional energy once and for all.

If you’re tired of feeling exhausted by people who don’t deserve that much of you — this one’s for you. 🖤

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If you or someone you know is battling their mental health, please call or text the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988.

Disclaimer: Host, Lydia Shock, is not — nor does she ever claim to be — a mental health professional. This podcast is not a substitute or replacement for professional mental health services.

Sometimes (in fact - most of the time) it’s not the big, life-changing decisions that define who you are—it’s the little ones. In this episode, we talk about why the small stuff matters, how the daily choices you make add up, and how paying attention to the smallest, most actionable items can shift your entire life.

I’m sharing no-bullshit truths about the habits that may be secretly causing you stress instead of success - plus some tips and tricks you can start today to get out of your own way. From picking out your clothes the night before to tightening up your routines, this episode is about creating ease and momentum through the choices you ✨can✨ control.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, scattered, or overwhelmed—this one’s for you.

🎪 Show Links:
Will Smith Video
PilatesBody Raven

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If you or someone you know is battling their mental health, please call or text the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988.

Disclaimer: Host, Lydia Shock, is not — nor does she ever claim to be — a mental health professional. This podcast is not a substitute or replacement for professional mental health services.

This week we’re diving into something that affects 1 in 10 women of reproductive age — Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). In this episode, I’m breaking down what PCOS actually is, who it impacts, and why awareness around it matters. I’ll also share a glimpse into my own ongoing journey with PCOS, the ups, the downs, and the in-betweens that so many of us face.

Whether you’ve just been diagnosed, are supporting a loved one, or are simply curious, this episode is full of resources and encouragement for my fellow cysters. You are not alone.

📚 Resources mentioned in this episode:

• PCOS Awareness Association
• PCOS Challenge
• The PCOS Podcast by a Cyster and her Mister
• The PCOS Repair Podcast
• SheMD Podcast
• Meals She Eats by Tom & Rachel Sullivan
• Period Repair manual by Lara Briden
• The PCOS Plan by Dr. Jason Fung and Nadia Brito Pateguana
• @pcos.weightloss
• @smaller_sam.pcos

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Ever felt like you don’t belong in the room? Like your achievements are a fluke, and any moment now, someone’s going to “find you out”? That’s imposter syndrome — and she comes for us all.

In this episode of Someone Should Know, Lydia dives into:

• Why imposter syndrome shows up (and why it makes total sense that it does)
• How to recognize the sneaky ways it creeps in
• Practical tools and mindset shifts to help you move through self-doubt
• A reminder: you’re not alone in this, and you do belong here

If you’ve ever felt like an imposter at work, in relationships, or even in your personal goals — this one’s for you.

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If you or someone you know is battling their mental health, please call or text the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988.

Disclaimer: Host, Lydia Shock, is not — nor does she ever claim to be — a mental health professional. This podcast is not a substitute or replacement for professional mental health services.

This week we’re talking internal validation—what it really means, why external approval keeps you stuck, and simple ways to start building self-worth ✨TODAY✨. If you’ve been waiting for someone else’s permission to feel proud, this one’s for you.

🎪 Show Links:
Shallon Lester: @shallonlester
Lady Gaga @Emotion Revolution Summit 2025
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Octavia Spencer X McKenna Grace Article 

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Birthdays: they can be magical, complicated, or sometimes… just plain weird. In this episode, I’m getting real about my own relationship with birthdays — past and present — the highs, the lows, and everything in between.

From awkward celebrations to meaningful moments, I explore why the gift of aging is something we don’t always stop to appreciate, but should. Because growing older isn’t just about blowing out candles — it’s about perspective, resilience, and embracing the messy, beautiful journey of becoming.

If you’ve ever felt conflicted about your own birthday, or just need a reminder to see aging as the privilege it truly is, this one’s for you.

✨ Let’s celebrate progress over perfection, together.

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If you or someone you know is battling their mental health, please call or text the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988.

Disclaimer: Host, Lydia Shock, is not — nor does she ever claim to be — a mental health professional. This podcast is not a substitute or replacement for professional mental health services.

Sometimes the weight you feel isn’t a sign you’re failing - it’s proof you’re in the middle of becoming something stronger. In this episode, I unpack how to turn life’s pressures into growth, resilience, and clarity, even when it feels like you’re about to crack. We talk about the moments that test you, the mindset shifts that save you, and some tough love on how to keep moving forward - even when quitting feels easier.

Someone Should Know

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If you or someone you know is battling their mental health, please call or text the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988.

Disclaimer: Host, Lydia Shock, is not — nor does she ever claim to be — a mental health professional. This podcast is not a substitute or replacement for professional mental health services.

In this episode, we unpack the difference between feeling happy and choosing happiness. From fleeting emotions to intentional actions, we explore what it means to treat happiness as practice - not just a mood. 

Someone Should Know

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If you or someone you know is battling their mental health, please call or text the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988.

Disclaimer: Host, Lydia Shock, is not — nor does she ever claim to be — a mental health professional. This podcast is not a substitute or replacement for professional mental health services.

Welcome to the first chapter of Someone Should Know. In this deeply personal episode, I begin to peel back the curtain on the struggles and choices that almost broke me, and the ones that began to rebuild me. This isn't just an introduction to the podcast; it's a tribute to the people we've lost along the way, and a promise to those still fighting. I share the "why" behind this show, the road that led me here, and the truth behind what it means to have faith in the dawn - even when the night feels scary and endless. This episode is dedicated to those who lost their fight. You are not forgotten. And to anyone still holding on; i'm so glad you're here. 

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If you or someone you know is battling their mental health, please call or text the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988.

Disclaimer: Host, Lydia Shock, is not — nor does she ever claim to be — a mental health professional. This podcast is not a substitute or replacement for professional mental health services.