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Shit That Keeps Me Up At Night

Shit That Keeps Me Up At Night

Written by: Jessica Danford
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 Join host and author Jessica Danford as she shoots the shit about the everyday hardships of life. Topics such as; anxiety, self-doubt, addictions, and mental health struggles. Life of the party, recovering people-pleaser, breaking free of a restrictive professionalism mentality. A passionate community advocate digging in to tackle all the shit that comes to mind as your head hits the pillow or the clock strikes 3 am. Embark on a journey of exploration into a vast world of physical, emotional and mental health. Deal with your past trauma, learn coping skills and discover self-empowerment techniques. You will leave each episode motivated, empowered and inspired to take action in becoming who you want to be without the BS.HARO Account Activation Hygiene & Healthy Living Self-Help Success
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  • Building consistency and starting new thing

    Building consistency and starting new thing
    Jan 17 2026
    🎙 SHIT THAT KEEPS ME UP AT NIGHT Join host, personal trainer, two-time published author, and Self Empowerment Studio founder Jessica Danford as she shoots the shit about the thoughts, struggles, and patterns that keep us up at night. Blending real-life experience with professional expertise, Jessica brings honest conversations around mental health, self-doubt, addiction recovery, people-pleasing, trauma, and rebuilding confidence—without the performative wellness bullshit. Drawing from her background in fitness, martial arts, community development, and trauma-informed recovery, each episode invites you to look at what's really going on beneath the surface. This podcast is for anyone who's tired of pretending they're fine, stuck in their head at 3 a.m., or ready to build strength—mentally, emotionally, and physically. Together, we unpack past experiences, explore coping tools, and challenge the stories that no longer serve you. You'll leave each episode feeling grounded, empowered, and capable of taking real action toward the life you want—without the BS. 🎧 THIS EPISODE Episode Overview (This section changes every episode) In this episode, Jessica dives into [main topic] and unpacks: What [specific issue] really looks like in everyday lifeHow [personal story, client experience, or insight] shows upThe patterns that keep us stuck—and how to start breaking themOne or two practical takeaways you can actually use this week This conversation is for anyone who's [who this episode is for] and ready to [desired outcome]. Trigger / Content Note (optional): This episode includes discussion of [anxiety / addiction / trauma / etc.]. Please listen with care. 💌 JOIN THE MAILING LIST Get updates, resources, and bonus content straight to your inbox. 💬 GOT SHIT TO SHARE? Holy shit—I wanna hear it all. The time you stirred the pot. The buzz that went sideways. The deep thoughts, the messy moments, and when shit truly hit the fan. We all know shit happens, and we all have shit to do—so drop your bullshit on my shit list. Maybe I'll shoot the shit with you on the podcast. 👉 Complete the form and tell me what keeps you up at night. 📲 CONNECT WITH ME Instagram: @JessicaDanfordPodcast Page: @shitthatkeepsmeup.atnight 🤝 WAYS TO WORK WITH ME Self-Empowerment Studio 📧 Email: coachjessdanford@gmail.com 🔗 https://www.trainerize.me/profile/jessicadanford/Jessica.Danford/ BODi Platform (Affiliate) 🔗 https://bodi.pxf.io/c/5829646/2199422/27336 🔗 https://bodi.pxf.io/LKagYL 🛍 SHOP WITH ME Amazon – Self-Empowerment Studio 🔗 https://www.amazon.ca/shop/gfreewifey Kindle Registration: https://amzn.to/3x7QrVSAudible Registration: https://amzn.to/3jMfqe3Amazon Fitness Hub: https://amzn.to/3RKkRqDMy Reading List: https://www.amazon.ca/shop/gfreewifey/list/1UQHKRWDZ1DG3 📚 BOOKS BY JESSICA DANFORD GfreeWifey Community Cookbook https://www.blurb.ca/b/9463281-gfreewifey-food-bank-community-cookbookThe Great Canadian Woman https://georgianbaybooks.ca/store-2/The-Great-Canadian-Woman-p706907327She Moves Mountains https://georgianbaybooks.ca/store-2/She-Moves-Mountains-p706907144 🧢 BRANDS & COLLABORATIONS LULULEMON 🛍 Storefront: https://creatorsold.io/lululemon/jessicadanford Top Picks: Align 6" Shorts: https://creatoriq.cc/44TQfIFBlissfeel Trail Women's Running Shoe: https://creatoriq.cc/3qX5thB Wellness & Fitness Partners Ascend Health & Fitness https://www.instagram.com/liftnourishascend/Toronto Striking Academy https://www.torontostrikingacademy.com/No Borders Fitness (Midland, ON) https://nobordersfitness.com/ New 1-Month Membership: https://www.wellnessliving.com/catalog/no_borders_fitness-xdmqcuPhlippens 💸 Use code JESSICADANFORD for 10% off https://phlippens.com/jessicadanford 🎧 MEDIA & PODCAST APPEARANCES Canadian Celiac https://www.celiac.ca/advocacy/king-charles-coronation-recipients/Embrace Your Destiny Podcast – Episode 29 https://open.spotify.com/episode/4pUlVvXRW5syzSjXpwMbkyThe Spirit Unleashed Podcast – Episode 45 https://open.spotify.com/episode/2FU4c0He3GWEwr6s007YG1Crunch & Brunch Podcast – Episode 28 https://open.spotify.com/episode/4lg4xPA0WhpR1YzOo30drxEverybody Holds a Story Podcast – Episode 20 https://open.spotify.com/episode/1kQc0mGSgrsluhNzyc0HCx A Canadian Celiac Podcast Episode 218: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4hr1O8Qu3FIngonFRiYmI4Episode 174: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1EcU88GGwcpWrZX6hL1ZgMEpisode 82: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2qF3TGN25uFGrt0UQMkqCSEpisode 48: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3XeMWTEAU6MDT78UlOwOysShe Speaks (GCW Publishing House) – Episode 68 https://open.spotify.com/episode/2pNR5lw3qPod3mfxwPw6Gc
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    36 mins
  • Ending 2025 and moving forward into my 40s

    Ending 2025 and moving forward into my 40s
    Jan 4 2026
    🎙 SHIT THAT KEEPS ME UP AT NIGHT — SHOW NOTES (UPDATED INTRO)Join host, personal trainer, two-time published author, and Self Empowerment Studio founder Jessica Danford as she shoots the shit about the thoughts, struggles, and patterns that keep us up at night. Blending real-life experience with professional expertise, Jessica brings honest conversations around mental health, self-doubt, addiction recovery, people-pleasing, trauma, and rebuilding confidence—without the performative wellness bullshit. Drawing from her background in fitness, martial arts, community development, and trauma-informed recovery, each episode invites you to look at what's really going on beneath the surface. This podcast is for anyone who's tired of pretending they're fine, stuck in their head at 3 a.m., or ready to build strength—mentally, emotionally, and physically. Together, we unpack past experiences, explore coping tools, and challenge the stories that no longer serve you. You'll leave each episode feeling grounded, empowered, and capable of taking real action toward the life you want—without the BS. 🎧 THIS EPISODE Episode Overview In this episode, Jessica dives into TUrning 40, ending 2025 and unpacks: What self doubt really looks like in everyday life How to not give on on life while your still alive The patterns that keep us stuck—and how to start breaking them the 100 rep daily fitness challenge, reframing thoughts on journaling and time management and the importance of particpation. This conversation is for anyone who's [who this episode is for] and ready to [desired outcome]. Trigger / Content Note (optional): This episode includes discussion of [anxiety / addiction / trauma / etc.]. Please listen with care. 💌 JOIN THE MAILING LIST Get updates, resources, and bonus content straight to your inbox. 💬 GOT SHIT TO SHARE? Holy shit—I wanna hear it all. The time you stirred the pot. The buzz that went sideways. The deep thoughts, the messy moments, and when shit truly hit the fan. We all know shit happens, and we all have shit to do—so drop your bullshit on my shit list. Maybe I'll shoot the shit with you on the podcast. 👉 Complete the form and tell me what keeps you up at night. 📲 CONNECT WITH ME Instagram: @JessicaDanfordPodcast Page: @shitthatkeepsmeup.atnight 🤝 WAYS TO WORK WITH ME Self-Empowerment Studio 📧 Email: coachjessdanford@gmail.com 🔗 https://www.trainerize.me/profile/jessicadanford/Jessica.Danford/ BODi Platform (Affiliate) 🔗 https://bodi.pxf.io/c/5829646/2199422/27336 🔗 https://bodi.pxf.io/LKagYL 🛍 SHOP WITH ME Amazon – Self-Empowerment Studio 🔗 https://www.amazon.ca/shop/gfreewifey Kindle Registration: https://amzn.to/3x7QrVSAudible Registration: https://amzn.to/3jMfqe3Amazon Fitness Hub: https://amzn.to/3RKkRqDMy Reading List: https://www.amazon.ca/shop/gfreewifey/list/1UQHKRWDZ1DG3 📚 BOOKS BY JESSICA DANFORD GfreeWifey Community Cookbook https://www.blurb.ca/b/9463281-gfreewifey-food-bank-community-cookbookThe Great Canadian Woman https://georgianbaybooks.ca/store-2/The-Great-Canadian-Woman-p706907327She Moves Mountains https://georgianbaybooks.ca/store-2/She-Moves-Mountains-p706907144 🧢 BRANDS & COLLABORATIONS LULULEMON 🛍 Storefront: https://creatorsold.io/lululemon/jessicadanford Top Picks: Align 6" Shorts: https://creatoriq.cc/44TQfIFBlissfeel Trail Women's Running Shoe: https://creatoriq.cc/3qX5thB Wellness & Fitness Partners Ascend Health & Fitness https://www.instagram.com/liftnourishascend/Toronto Striking Academy https://www.torontostrikingacademy.com/No Borders Fitness (Midland, ON) https://nobordersfitness.com/ New 1-Month Membership: https://www.wellnessliving.com/catalog/no_borders_fitness-xdmqcuPhlippens 💸 Use code JESSICADANFORD for 10% off https://phlippens.com/jessicadanford 🎧 MEDIA & PODCAST APPEARANCES Canadian Celiac https://www.celiac.ca/advocacy/king-charles-coronation-recipients/Embrace Your Destiny Podcast – Episode 29 https://open.spotify.com/episode/4pUlVvXRW5syzSjXpwMbkyThe Spirit Unleashed Podcast – Episode 45 https://open.spotify.com/episode/2FU4c0He3GWEwr6s007YG1Crunch & Brunch Podcast – Episode 28 https://open.spotify.com/episode/4lg4xPA0WhpR1YzOo30drxEverybody Holds a Story Podcast – Episode 20 https://open.spotify.com/episode/1kQc0mGSgrsluhNzyc0HCx A Canadian Celiac Podcast Episode 218: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4hr1O8Qu3FIngonFRiYmI4Episode 174: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1EcU88GGwcpWrZX6hL1ZgMEpisode 82: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2qF3TGN25uFGrt0UQMkqCSEpisode 48: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3XeMWTEAU6MDT78UlOwOysShe Speaks (GCW Publishing House) – Episode 68 https://open.spotify.com/episode/2pNR5lw3qPod3mfxwPw6Gc
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    38 mins
  • Shoot The Shit with Cassie Hartoon : One More

    Shoot The Shit with Cassie Hartoon : One More
    Sep 5 2025
    Join host and author Jessica Danford as she shoots the shit about the everyday hardships of life—topics such as; anxiety, self-doubt, addictions, and mental health struggles. Life of the party, recovering people-pleaser, breaking free of a restrictive professionalism mentality. A passionate community advocate digging in to tackle all the shit that comes to mind as your head hits the pillow or the clock strikes 3 am. Embark on a journey of exploration into a vast world of physical, emotional and mental health. Deal with your past trauma, learn coping skills and discover self-empowerment techniques. You will leave each episode motivated, empowered and inspired to take action in becoming who you want to be without the BS. JOIN THE MAILING LIST for updates, resources and bonus content On today's episode, I shoot the shit with guest Cassie Hartoon. You can find her on instagram @couragwithcassie *notes from out call: Glutenfree friends that connected us @celiacandthe6ix & @eatwithrafPodcast Run Selfie Repeat by Kelly Roberts from the Bad Ass Lady Gang Bodi platform membership: join hereCassie loves Goodr sunnies when running ***** Holy shit! I wanna hear all the shit that happens. That time you were a shit disturber or all about your shitty buzz. Tell me all the deep shit you think and feel. Remember when shit hit the fan or that time you got shit-faced. We all know shit happens and we all have shit to do so drop your bullshit on my shit list and maybe I'll shoot the shit with you! COMPLETE THIS FORM and tell me all the shit that keeps you up at night! Connect with me on Instagram @JessicaDanford or the podcast page @shitthatkeepsmeup.atnight WAYS TO WORK WITH ME: Self Empowerment Studio: https://www.trainerize.me/profile/jessicadanford/Jessica.Danford/ Join me on the Bodi Platform : https://bodi.pxf.io/c/5829646/2199422/27336 Shop with me on Amazon : Self Empowerment Studio Amazon shop: https://www.amazon.ca/shop/gfreewifey Amazon Kindle registration link https://amzn.to/3x7QrVS Audible Registration https://amzn.to/3jMfqe3 Amazon Fitness Hub https://amzn.to/3RKkRqD MY AMAZON READING LIST https://www.amazon.ca/shop/gfreewifey/list/1UQHKRWDZ1DG3?linkCode=spc&tag=gfreewifey04-20&domainId=influencer&asc_contentid=amzn1.ideas.1UQHKRWDZ1DG3 Where to grab one of Jessica's Books GfreeWifey Community Cookbook: Helping you transition to a gluten-free life https://www.blurb.ca/b/9463281-gfreewifey-food-bank-community-cookbook Great Canadian Woman https://georgianbaybooks.ca/store-2/The-Great-Canadian-Woman-p706907327 She Moves Mountains https://georgianbaybooks.ca/store-2/She-Moves-Mountains-p706907144 BRANDS I COLLABORATE WITH. LULULEMON: My store front : https://creatorsold.io/lululemon/jessicadanford My top picks at lululemon Align 6" shorts https://creatoriq.cc/44TQfIF Blissfeel Trail Women's Running Shoe https://creatoriq.cc/3qX5thB Blaize Bridges & Kaitlyn Myles RD Ascend Health & Fitness https://www.instagram.com/liftnourishascend/?hl=en Toronto Striking Academy https://www.torontostrikingacademy.com/ No Borders Fitness: Midland Ontario https://nobordersfitness.com/ No Borders Fitness: Midland Ontario: New face 1-month membership : https://www.wellnessliving.com/catalog/no_borders_fitness-xdmqcu Phlippens use code JESSICADANFORD for 10% off : phlippens.com/jessicadanford WAYS TO WORK WITH ME: Self Empowerment Studio: https://www.trainerize.me/profile/jessicadanford/Jessica.Danford/ Bodi Affiliate: https://bodi.pxf.io/c/5829646/2199422/27336 MEDIA: My first jiujitsu comp video: https://youtu.be/rbQeTI742hk Share Toronto Striking Academy Video: https://youtu.be/66Gb8utgoto Embrace Your Destiny Podcast, Episode 29, Jessica Danford and finding her voice through advocacy. https://open.spotify.com/episode/4pUlVvXRW5syzSjXpwMbky?si=co_e3FtuQNu7lzYp9TypuA The Spirit Unleashed Podcast, Episode 45, https://open.spotify.com/episode/2FU4c0He3GWEwr6s007YG1?si=si5abSFMTrC9KatGM5RSLw Crunch & Brunch Podcast, Episode 28, Interview with Jessica Danford https://open.spotify.com/episode/4lg4xPA0WhpR1YzOo30drx?si=En6ZAq3_RAqtAPyIHx1iJg Everybody Holds a Story Podcast, Episode 20, Building Resiliency With Jessica Danford https://open.spotify.com/episode/1kQc0mGSgrsluhNzyc0HCx?si=XL2Zre1TRN2BWWABYZJjtw A Canadian Celiac Podcast, Episode 218, Update on Food Banks and Gluten-Free https://open.spotify.com/episode/4hr1O8Qu3FIngonFRiYmI4?si=_SS0F0-tQp2gmc_1BLu1Wg Episode 174, Gluten-Free Self-Empowerment https://open.spotify.com/episode/1EcU88GGwcpWrZX6hL1ZgM?si=2hDw8L_DR92-kQKqDRRakw Episode 82, GF Community Cookbook with Gfwifey https://open.spotify.com/episode/2qF3TGN25uFGrt0UQMkqCS?si=axPBPoHlQ_23T12LRJRvkw Episode 48, GFreeWifey Talks about Foodbanks https://open.spotify.com/episode/3XeMWTEAU6MDT78UlOwOys?si=0k7yajB7RRSOxhcuqL-vIA She Speaks by GCW Publishing House Podcast, Episode 68, Pub Chat with Sarah Swain And Shannon Miller - The ...
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    1 hr and 4 mins
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