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Hosted by Vanessa Gorelkin · health · EN-US
Function, not perfection. Hosted by occupational therapist and executive coach Vanessa Gorelkin, Real over Ideal cuts through the noise to bring you practical strategies for life in a stressful world.
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Signup to Generate a PitchFunction, not perfection. Hosted by occupational therapist and executive coach Vanessa Gorelkin, Real over Ideal cuts through the noise to bring you practical strategies for life in a stressful world.
Real Over Ideal is hosted by Vanessa Gorelkin. The show has published 75 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Farewell (for now…)" (24 September 2026, 12 minutes), "Hydrate yourself!" (17 September 2026, 10 minutes), and "Terrorist Attacks of 9-11-01 Part 2 Resilience" (10 September 2026, 9 minutes).
Real Over Ideal publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 15 minutes across 75 episodes.
Booking probability for Real Over Ideal is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Real Over Ideal requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Real Over Ideal's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for Real Over Ideal are Therapists & Other Health Practitioners and Courses, Coaching & Lessons. Real Over Ideal has a health audience.
Vanessa Gorelkin hosts Real Over Ideal, a health podcast with 75 episodes published.
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Hi Listeners: Yes, you read the title for meaning correctly. We are saying goodbye for now (after a year and a half of making this podcast for you.) As a full circle moment-this is a replay of the very first episode of...
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Hey listeners: The sound on this episode is a little funky- and we apologize! But since summer is pretty much a wrap— we wanted to get it out there. And no matter what time of year it is: we need our water. Let’s talk...
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Click here to get in touch Thanks for listening! Please share the show with anyone who may enjoy it. We'd love it if you'd leave us a 5 star review wherever you're listening- it helps listeners find the show and we read...
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Remembering 9/11: Memory, Dignity, and Refusing to Sanitize Terrorism This episode is part 1 of a 2 part remembrance of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks perpetrated by Islamic Fundamentalists. The episode...
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Swiping for Something Real with Pieter Niemann In today's epsiode- our guest, Pieter Niemann, joins Vanessa to speak about relationships and connections with the added context of Pieter's book, publishing on October...
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Decision Fatigue and How to Make Choosing Easier This episode explains why decision fatigue is real, what it does to your brain, and why even small choices can feel impossible by the end of the day. Vanessa Gorelkin...
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Why Nighttime Snacking Is Normal—and How to Manage It This episode explores the psychological and physiological reasons behind nighttime eating, distinguishing between habitual snacking and clinical nighttime eating...
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Hey Listeners: You'll notice some new music starting with this episode. Our editing software updated ownership of some of the tracks-- so we're trying some new things. Let us know what you think! The Power of Walking...
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Understanding the Cultural Shift Around Body Image and GLP-1s In this episode, Vanessa Gorelkin explores the rise of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and their complex impact on body image, health perceptions, and societal...
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If you ever feel crushing doubts about yourself- especially in circumstances that baffle you, this episode is for you. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: A Personal Reflection and Practical Guide In this episode, Vanessa...
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Overcoming the "What-Ifery": How to Tame Your Brain's Catastrophic Thinking In this episode, Vanessa Gorelkin discusses the fascinating phenomenon of "what-ifery" — the mental habit of imagining every potential...
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Here's a great episode published a little over a year ago that always matters in the summertime. If you're a person who knows the summertime blues or have a loved one who feels this way-- help is on the way in this...
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Uncover and Rewrite Your Emotional Homeowners Association Rules In this episode, Vanessa Gorelkin explores how subconscious "rules"—much like HOA bylaws—govern our emotions and behaviors, often causing stress and guilt...
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Embracing Imposter Syndrome: A Personal Reflection with Vanessa Gorelkin In this episode, Vanessa Gorelkin openly shares her recent struggles with procrastination and imposter syndrome, providing a candid...
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Understanding the Bounce Back Tax: Why High-Functioning Days Leave You Drained Ever had a day where everything seems to go perfectly, only to crash the next morning? This episode breaks down the concept of the "bounce...
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Understanding and Navigating Mental Health Relapses with Vanessa Gorelkin. In this episode, your host, Vanessa Gorelkin, a licensed occupational therapist with 30 years of experience, discusses the often misunderstood...
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Struggling with household tasks due to overwhelm or ADHD? Vanessa Gorelkin shares a compassionate, step-by-step body doubling approach to help you initiate and complete chores with less stress. This episode offers...
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Embracing Visibility: Overcoming Fear of Being Perceived What is the fear of being perceived? Discover practical ways to navigate the universal fear of being perceived in a world obsessed with visibility. Vanessa...
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In this episode, Vanessa Gorelkin dives into the science behind the second wind phenomenon and how understanding your circadian rhythms can help you harness your natural energy peaks. Learn practical strategies to...
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In this episode, host Vanessa Gorelkin describes how doubt can be harnessed to create a powerful path towards reaching our most important goals. As a follow up to the Motivation episode: learn about a technique that is...
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