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Some feelings are too quiet for small talk and too big for easy answers. Reticence and Reverie is the space in between — where two voices come together to explore the inner landscapes of mental health with honesty, tenderness, and curiosity. From the weight of unspoken emotions to the gentle art of healing, each episode invites you to slow down, reflect, and feel a little less alone. Settle in, browse the archive, and find the conversation your mind has been waiting for.

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Episode 008 – Kindness (and the Ripple Effect) – Reticence + Reverie Podcast

Episode 008 – Kindness (and the Ripple Effect) In this episode of Reticence and Reverie, hosts Joel and Carrie explore the influence of kindness — why it matters more than ever in a divided world, and how to actively cultivate it in daily life. Drawing from personal experiences, scientific research, and wisdom from figures like Mr. Rogers and Rumi, they examine how kindness ripples outward to strengthen communities and inward to improve our own well-being. The conversation also tackles harder questions around self-kindness, maintaining kindness when it isn't returned, and whether it's ever better to be right than to be kind.  Questions, concerns, or comments? Just leave them below and we'll get back to you or mention them on the show. As always, reviews are much appreciated and don't forget to share the show! 
  1. Episode 008 – Kindness (and the Ripple Effect)
  2. Episode 7 – Vulnerability (and The Buddy Bench)
  3. Episode 6 – Hustle Culture (and sleeping under desks)
  4. Episode 5 – Seeking Purpose
  5. Episode 4 – Introversion (and a Party Corner)
  6. Episode 3 – Being New at Something (and Happy Accidents)
  7. Episode 2 – The Loneliness Epidemic (and Babar)
  8. Episode 1 – Introduction (and So it Begins)

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Or link to the episode posts/notes below (in reverse order):

Ep #
Date
Title
Time
Link
008
6/9/26
Kindness
1:07:01
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007
5/21/26
Vulnerability
48:33
Episode Page
006
5/8/26
Hustle Culture
50:39
Episode Page
005
5/1/26
Seeking Purpose
51:37
Episode Page
004
4/21/26
Introversion
43:06
Episode Page
003
4/14/26
Being New at Something
54:29
Episode Page
002
4/8/26
The Loneliness Epidemic
48:20
Episode Page
001
4/8/26
Intro To Us
15:27
Episode Page