Welcome to Season 1 - Your Guide to Emotional Clarity and Self-Control
If your emotions feel like they’re running your life —and you’re not sure where to even begin—this season is for you.
In this opening episode, we introduce the core focus of Season 1: Your Guide to Emotional Clarity and Self-Control so you can stop feeling overwhelmed and start making sense of what’s going on inside. From guilt, fear, and sadness to relationship stress and decision-making—this season will help you figure out what’s really behind the struggle and how to take back control.
You’ll learn:
- Why you feel “not good enough”—and where those thoughts actually come from
- How to manage emotions that hit out of nowhere (like panic, anger or sadness)
- The impact of friendships, family, and your environment on how you feel
- What safety really means—emotionally and physically
- Why we sometimes hurt the people we care about
- How to take responsibility without getting stuck in guilt
- Why asking for attention isn’t selfish—and how to do it without shame
- Simple tools to help you stop spiralling and start feeling more grounded
Listen now to get a clear sense of what Season 1 has to offer—and how it can help you build real understanding and emotional strength from the ground up.
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Creators & Guests
- Mark Taylor - Host
My name's Mark, and you're listening to Head Straight. Hi, and welcome to this, the first season of the HeadStraight podcast. I just thought I would come on and just tell you what it is that we're looking to cover in the 1st season. Now the 1st season is all about understanding your emotions. We're starting with the basics.
Mark:We're looking at those moments when you feel like you're not measuring up. Maybe it's voices from the past, things that people have said, or the way that social media seems to magnify everything you think you're missing. In this season, we're gonna help you to figure out where those feelings come from and how to take charge of the story that you're telling yourself. We're also gonna take a look at why emotions can feel so intense, like they're running your life instead of you being in control. Now, there's a lot happening in your brain that makes emotions hit harder than you'd expect.
Mark:And understanding this can help you to manage them better, whether it's frustration, sadness, or that anxiety that sneaks upon you out of nowhere. Now, relationships are another big focus, because the people that you surround yourself with can make or break how you feel. We'll talk about how to build a real support system, spot when things aren't working, and decide who's actually worth your time and energy. And then there's safety, both physical and emotional. Now, feeling safe where you are and with the people that are around you is critical.
Mark:And when that's missing, it can throw everything else out of balance. We're gonna explore ways to create distance from unsafe situations, and how to get help when you need it. From there, we'll get into decision making. Because let's be honest, it's not always easy to choose what's best for you, especially when the pressure's on. You'll learn how to pause, pause, think things through, and make decisions that move you forward instead of keeping you stuck.
Mark:We'll also tackle the harder stuff like understanding why we sometimes hurt the people that we care about and how to take responsibility without getting stuck in the guilt trap. Now, this is about breaking unhelpful cycles and moving on in a better way. And let's not skip the guilt that comes with needing attention. Everyone wants to feel seen and cared for. It's human.
Mark:But we'll talk about why asking for it feels so uncomfortable and how to do it without shame. Finally, we'll wrap up with real practical steps to take control of your mental health. Not in a fix everything now kind of way, but by making small manageable changes that help you to feel more in charge of your life. Now if you've ever felt like your emotions are running the show, or you're not sure where to start when things feel really difficult, this season is here to help you sort through it. We're not here to tell you how to live your life, just to help you figure out what works for you.
Mark:So if this sounds like something that you wanna do, then start listening.