Jackson Galaxy: Emotional Guardrails, Language of Empathy & The Social Anxiety Corner

[@pamelaellis2291]

The world could use more Jackson Galaxy.

[@2degucitas]

He really created a whole persona for himself. I need to do a little bit of that.

[@lorihowell1032]

Totally agree

[@LoddyDah]

I don't think I've ever seen Jackson so low key and serious. I like it. 😌 He's the best hooman cats could have in their corner. 😼

[@Diane-py5bc]

Yes he's a Cat Whisperer. 😂

[@LoddyDah]

@@Diane-py5bc He really is tho. I've seent it. 😆 He should do a masterclass.🐾

[@denasharpe2393]

What a wonderful interview and a great opportunity to know him so much better after all the informative care and diligence he as given us over time....

[@EBarker1008]

I did the “I don’t want to go to school” routine every morning as a child. People were just mean at school. I wanted no part of it! Music, animals(specifically ferrets now) and gardening are my favorite hobbies. People often call me a “jack of all trades” because I love to learn about anything and everything. Looking back at school, I know I was different. Now that I’m older, being different is one of the best attributes to have!! 😊

[@pipermcpickles5283]

Oh my goodness, y'all are my people.

[@queerpan]

You just described me if you replace "ferrets" with "rats" :)

[@1cutebyrd]

I was bullied by my peers from grades 5-12. I never wanted to go to school. I didn't fit in because I didn't sleep around or drink or do drugs. I got along better with my parent's friends who weren't immature losers.

[@cathynuytten798]

I hated going to school too, Emily. Loved college. Walked out of college with my teaching credentials and had a wonderful teaching career for 30 years. I made sure my student knew I was there, first and foremost to make them want to come back to school tomorrow! I must say I can look back now as a retired teacher that I accomplished that. School is rough for so many students.

[@EBarker1008]

@@cathynuytten798 College was amazing for the 7 years it took me to get my associates degree in Automotive Technology😆 K-12 was just awful. Kids called me a faker all the time because I was always trying to get out of school. I didn’t pinch my cheeks to make them red like they said I did. I really didn’t feel good and now I understand why! I should have seen a therapist or something as a child. The crazy thing is that I still remember every detail when the kids were mean to me. I wish I could forget the flashbacks but my mind won’t let me!

[@hollytibbetts2003]

My wife & I almost fell off the couch listening to “what Mayim hears”😂😂😂😂

[@motherofaflower]

forwarded it to my partner immediately! I was doubled over lol

[@kimpond7089]

Please play that game again, laughed so hard

[@annettepuskarich1]

Omg…whaaaat…you heard that? 😂

[@diannacalverley7586]

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[@janicesampson8250]

I agree! Those two are adorable!!!

[@JohanaCastro12]

I love how Jackson transforms when he talks about cats and I'm so happy he found that in his life, I'm about to adopt a cat so I've been binge watching him, he's awesome 😎

[@SKinSKorea]

Adopt two!! Get a bonded pair! I live in Korea, and got a 4 1/2 year old sister-brother pair whose person was leaving the country and traveling. We were both happy they would stay together! They are so bonded, and they keep each other entertained and groomed. It’s honestly easier to have two cats (though now I have 3!).

[@user-mp4zs2by9m]

Jackson has taught me So much about how to be the best 🐈‍⬛ Mom I can be. So grateful to him!

[@sidewalksurf800]

Jackson Galaxy’s advice is the reason my partially feral rescue spicy boi 🐈‍⬛ was rehabilitated so well. He’s soooo happy compared to when we first brought him home 2 years ago. And is okay with my dogs and they him. 🥰

[@nataliedickens1289]

A cat will bring you the greatest joy in your life. They are like forever toddlers with their level of neediness and needing things on their own terms, but their love is so much more deep and hard earned and it makes it all the more sweet. Best of luck on this new cat parent journey. I got a single cat and I’m always worried about her loneliness. Definitely try to get two if you can!

[@cherie6970]

👋Johis- I agree! 🍀It's wonderful how Jackson glows when Cats are the subject. I love and respect this man on so many levels. He's a fantastic human being, I'm fortunate to know about him+his life's work! Great interview,Thanks👍😁

[@annedixon2528]

I’ve found my “people!” You all have perfectly described my experience as a human. Some of us are loner, super-sensory, beings. My daughter and I have declared our own internal processing human holiday (includes cats, staying home, and old movies.)

[@motherofaflower]

at the end when Mayim told Jackson he was beautiful and his body was too I started crying and then Jackson started crying too.. so much emotion.

[@amycarrington4545]

That was so sweet 💓

[@anna_in_aotearoa3166]

As someone with chronic health challenges, which also make weight control difficult, I often find it hard to love my body.... and I think most peolle can relate to that? But actually stopping to think about how incredible the basic functions of our bodies are, and how they enable us to experience the world around it... Wow. 🤯

[@ilb735]

He is a beautiful man inside and out,! I think he looks fantastic ! 🤗

[@mandypdx]

Jackson is my hero - you made my life better 💕💕 I adopted TWO cats because of you. They are thriving and perfect, thank u 🙏

[@denasharpe2393]

Amen

[@gigianda587]

The game “What Mayim Hears” is GENIUS! I love to see Mayim laugh hysterically! Excellent episode and Jonathan’s insight about language and our sensory system was brilliant 👍

[@a.wilcox5690]

Jackson is an empath in the cat world.

[@sarahdonenonly9963]

A lightworker, for certain. Absolutely yes 💯😁

[@cindyjensen9578]

"What Mayim hears" was hilarious and I can totally relate, all couples should play that game ♥

[@SKinSKorea]

So glad you spoke with Jackson Galaxy (which is why this episode appeared in my feed, I presume, as I didn’t know this channel existed! I have learned so much about cats from Jackson. His story is remarkable, and I love how he’s developed this passion for cats and the people who love them.

[@SheriSmithAuthor]

MEEEE TOOOO! Have owned cats for 40+ years and he actually taught me a few things so YAY

[@denasharpe2393]

What a lovely result in his life and that of so many others you have both created...❤

[@rosettawilliams9133]

I can see he is highly empath that is why he so sensitive to animals and people I personally do completely understand ❤

[@runaru777]

Jackson is such an amazing guy

[@MayimBialik]

I agree !

[@AndreaAvila78]

This show keeps getting better and better. This episode was highly enjoyable and totally relatable. Thank you.

[@laural8875]

I love Jackson Galaxy!!!! His love & tender heart towards all creatures, especially cats, are so evident in all he says & does. Mayim, this is the first time I have seen one of your interviews ... you are absolutely lovely!!!! And Jonathan is such a great & supportative partner. Thank you to all 3 of you for opening up your hears & sharing your personal experiences, feelings & thoughts so that many of us can heal. Blessings to you all!!!

[@topazzsky]

Jackson, you should totally take an animal communication class! Being an empath I think you'd be brilliant at it! When you're around cats do you see pictures in your head, or get feelings that are not yours? An animal communicator can help you hone your skills if you don't already have that skill.❤

[@itsacarolbthing5221]

It took me years and therapy to understand that the depth to which I feel emotions hugely contributed to my massive weight (around 450 pounds at my heaviest). Food was what I used to control emotion. Angry? Eat. Sad? Eat. Happy? Eat. Feeling out of control? Eat. It's only as I grew older that I realised I was eating my emotions, literally. A therapist described me as highly sensitive. I now understand that I'm an empath. I feel both my emotions and those of people around me very deeply. It makes me extremely good with people. I now see this as a blessing. But, I have to balance it with a lot time on my own, and with my cats.

[@valeriehartman3705]

How are you doing with your weight, two years later. I wish you the best life.

[@FIZZGIG-RARF]

It makes so much sense that Jackson is an empath. I think you kinda have to be to be so stellar working with animals ❤

[@2nab539]

One of my favorite episodes! Having a family member with lots of "disorders", I've been thinking a lot about the reality that these "disorders" are really just a different brain functioning that we keep trying to stuff into mainstream society. I love that Jackson has found a way to use his sensitivities to better our world. He found his super power!

[@vickiburt2676]

He found the world of sharing the life of living with animals for a holistic emotional healing & growth toward comfort dwelling in togetherness pastimes. Symbiosis healing indeed!

[@conniegarvie]

Ah! Wonderful Neurodiversity! 🐈🐈‍⬛🐦🐰🦝👼👫

[@anna_in_aotearoa3166]

You're so right about how rigidly unfriendly our day-to-day environments & processes can be to anybody whose needs fall outside the presumed baseline! Even just spending a week on crutches whilst injured will REALLY bring a different awareness of things like basic accessibility? To me, it feels like we as a species are often trying really hard to ignore the fact that people exist across a whole bunch of different spectra, and also that that diversity can really enrich our societies if we are more open to it?

[@yogawithkassandra]

Mayin you are an AMAZING interviewer! I love these episodes. Your questions are so clear and to the point, with so much emotional intelligence. I love it, thank you for sharing it here on KZbin.

[@cecehopkins1787]

I thought I was the only one who can be comfortable on stage or in front of a class and yet be uncomfortable at a party with random people. You make many of us "misfits" feel like we have a purpose. My life makes more sense with each episode. Now I know why I get along better with my cousin cats (and other animals) than with most people. I love people. Just don't want to deal with them. 🤣

[@nicolenichol3820]

Jackson Galaxy is such a wonderful person. I love how he explains things in his videos. I was always the person that goes to a "party" and spends more time with the homeowners animals than the party. I find animals way easier to be around than people. Is there going to be another Bev-asode soon? Jonathan, the what Mayim hears is hilarious and incredibly relatable. I love Mayim laughing, it's contagious in the best way. 🖖🫂😺😸🐈‍⬛🐈

[@oliviagiles]

He is my go to cat guy and I LOVE HIM SO MUCH

[@KarinFiaLeijonmarck]

I actually love Jackson Galaxy! His advice about cats is the best! 🐾❤️

[@shauna6815]

Yaaay. Jackson Galaxy has helped me so much with my cat. He is such an important person. I wish him all the best. I had heard he had some personal struggles and I had heard he didn't like to have comments about his personal life or weight on his channel where he gives advice for how to handle issues with animals. I completely understood that and I really hope people will respect his space.

[@laurieeverhardt99]

"Also, she's put on a few pounds" I listened to the first 5 minutes of the podcast and had to go to KZbin to watch "What Mayim Hears..." Please, please, please to this again/all the time!!!

[@troods8110]

Does anyone else randomly sing the little jingle?! 😄😄😄 I forgot to add... I absolutely LOVE Jackson Galaxy!! Yay Cat Daddy!!!

[@denasharpe2393]

Yessssss!

[@arcticcat7142]

Furbabies rule! So hard to leave and so easy to come back home to; so loyal and loving, so dependable and the unconditional love and kitties taught me the importance of a nap

[@84strix]

I love Jackson!! He's such an inspiration in so many ways! Clearly I'm a cat lady, and I've met him once on a book signing and saw his speech about cats. He's AMAZING, such an awesome, sweet, knowledgeable guy who is so humble and likes to share his knowledge. I now love him even more after watching this great interview! Thanks for that, Mayim

[@michellevandaley63]

I love these honest, vulnerable conversations.

[@carolynshawcates3648]

"I hope that you can see yourself the way that I see you." My sentiments, exactly. Thank you for what you bring to this existence.

[@OrganicMommaGA]

When Jackson mentions being part of a stereotypical (New York) Jewish-Italian family and community, I smiled in rememberance. My Dad grew up in an immigrant-predominant area of Brooklyn (Flatbush). He would immitate the ladies in the community he grew up in, "Oh, you're too skinny! Here, eat. Mangiare", as they passed him some bread or hand-held foods. My childhood brain always translated as "Mun-ja". And it didn't matter how he looked - my Dad was never a chunky fellow, but the neighborhood ladies always handed him (and his brothers) food and told them they were too thin. Of course, that was a different time (the 1950's and 1960's) but it's nice to hear there were other pockets in New York where folks had similar experiences. I enjoyed this interview, having "always" been a fan of Jackson Galaxy and Mayim. Thanks so much!

[@moonbeanification]

What a great interview. Thank you Mayim, Jonathan and Jackson ... my fellow deeply sensitive, empathic wallflowers ♥♥♥

[@g.i.janeteddy2012]

More of "what Mayim hears" please🤣❤

[@maryshehane7711]

I live in a senior housing apartment. During the lockdown we were all isolated and anxious and depressed. Toward the end of the lockdown, when most of us had had at least one shot a ground of us gathered in the lobby, still masked and social distanced. We all started talking about our respective quarantine bellies. Food had become very important as a way to cope. I don’t drink but I did open an account with Theo’s Chocolate.

[@beeheart6529]

When a counselor told me I was highly sensitive it clarified so much for me. Like Jonathan said, I didn’t have the language to understand what I was experiencing until then.

[@JessNV]

I absolutely love Jackson’s transparency and vulnerability. It really lends a lot of support and validation to us who have had the same struggles, as well as spreads a positive awareness.

[@jennytaylor3203]

Hilarious. I love it. I'll ask my husband, "Where should we go for dinner?" He'll say, "I don't know, where do you want to go?" I hear: "You have to make all the decisions because I'm not that interested in what we do as a couple."

[@chakrakhanesh]

Everyone has their own interpersonal dynamics so I can’t speak to what’s happening in your relationship. What I hear is perhaps someone that is “decision fatigued” not wanting to make yet another decision. Or someone who wants to make sure you’re happy and will be happy with whatever you prefer. 🤷🏽‍♀️ or maybe they’re just not invested in what you do together, that could be it.

[@michellevdheever7619]

Oof. This episode is teaching me much more about my best friend's struggles than I had learnt before he died by suicide in Feb. (Empathy, addiction, being disproportionately different, bipolar 2 diagnosis.) Thanks so much for sharing!

[@kylieshaye6562]

Saw this comment and had so say my condolences, thanks for sharing

[@jenamyallen]

I'm so sorry for your loss. My condolences❤

[@e.a.wtzipporah1192]

OH MY WORD!!! I can so relate to this conversation!!! Im not at all famous...but just relate to the empathic anxiety with difficulty defining how I fit in...and at 58 finally accepting I dont "fit in " but I still enjoy other people....a few at a time

[@beverlyvanfosson8259]

Jackson, DO NOT WORRY about your weight, your anxieties or hang ups. You are a UNIQUE INDIVIDUAL. YOU are also PHAT - PHENOMENAL, HOT AND TALENTED. I know you will be able to handle anything that comes your way. Thank you for helping Cats everywhere to make their lives so much better. Thanks for teaching us how to take care of our kittens and older cats.

[@Sarah-mi2rv]

I tuned into this as a cat lover who sooo appreciates Jackson Galaxy. Then we got a half hour in and ya'll started talking empaths and energy and I was awed. I'm a Reiki Teacher and empath who teaches classes on this stuff. So glad to hear this spoken to, and it also makes sense to me why Jackson Galaxy's approach resonates so much for me! Also really appreciate the candidness about addiction. I have family members who struggle with that and it is really helpful to see people I admire living meaningful lives in recovery. Thanks ya'll!

[@denasharpe2393]

❤❤❤❤

[@AngInAK]

I feel like I just attended a therapy session for my issues. And I feel like I found people who would understand me, my thoughts and my energy absorption. 🙏

[@AngiesCousin]

Jackson has helped me understand my cat. She's listening with me now.

[@staceyjohnson2929]

I also have extreme social anxiety, but the hum of NYC also comforts me. I'm from Georgia, but I've enjoyed visiting NYC in the past. It was incredibly surprising that it didn't overwhelm me.

[@windscar2206]

im from jersey, but i live in henry co. georgia. i miss nyc. its huge, and alive and i had the best times there.

[@CrossoverGenius]

i had a similar experience visiting NYC from PHX. i thought it was so weird how at ease i felt there.

[@devora4386]

I love it because no one is judging you and everyone is just doing their thing. It’s oddly relaxing.

[@alinarenea9389]

"what Mayim hears" is a perfect scenario of what my marriage was like. It has taken many years to see how messed up my thoughts were every time my husband said anything to me. lol

[@scarlamackey1031]

I love Jackson Galaxy 🖤 we have 3 rescue cat's and he taught us so much more than we already knew!! He is the reason why we know how to care for our (our now super senior cat) 🖤

[@gmr398]

What Mayim hears was amazing! Now we need a What Jonathan hears.

[@Goddessattractor]

Lol probably exactly what she says! 🤣🤣🤣

[@melanie7596]

Mayim, you are so real. Thank you for doing this amazing podcast. It was great to see Jackson and find out who he really is. PS I always hated parties and for years I felt like a weirdo because of this. It’s nice to see that someone as amazing as you and Jackson also feel awkward at parties!

[@cherylthompson6786]

Loved this interview. Jackson is one of my favorite people.

[@marlenehellmann8223]

I loved hearing Jackson talk about his emotions. Help me see the other part of Jackson other cats. Which I love to hear him talk about

[@tiffanywalker713]

Just catching the Mayim pod train. Saw this one and appreciate the scientific discussion on empaths. I am an empath and I have had ppl try to shame it as something that just shows I have trauma and isn’t accurate or real. I don’t think trauma necessarily creates it. I think it is already there and trauma just sharpens the tool. So, it’s so awesome to have you say neuroscience proves it’s a thing.❤

[@KristinM626]

I listened this morning & will watch the video after work. I loved the talk about New York. I never really understood when people would say they miss the energy of the city until I went for the first time 3 years ago. I’ve now been several times because I just need that “fix.” Despite being an introvert who hates anything new & different, I feel surprisingly at home in New York. Thanks again for another great episode!

[@Historian212]

One thing that's great about NYC for introverts (I was born there and lived there for many years) is that one is pretty much anonymous amongst a sea of people. And the famous NYC freedom to be or do almost anything you want, and no one cares because the unusual is commonplace on NY streets. And no one wants to be all up your business, either. I miss NYC like crazy.

[@KristinM626]

@@Historian212 That’s exactly why I love it & why I preferred my solo trips over trips with other people. When I’m with other people, I feel I have to act a certain way, but when I’m alone, there’s an extra freedom to everything I do.

[@kirstena4001]

when you are on the stage, you are in control and know exactly what is happening and the expectations and relationships between yourself and the other people.

[@cristidrake4411]

👏🏻😊😂👏🏻The best way to spend a Sunday is listening to Breakdown. I was riveted for hours. I laughed hysterically. I was actually talking back to and interacting with the podcast. I even shed a few tears. Maybe I’m losing my mind. 🤔😬 I am deeply impressed and amused by Mayim, Jonathan, and their guests. Thank you for producing such rich, high quality and delightfully engaging content!

[@tropicalladyj8033]

Wow, just wow. Jonathan made one of the most eloquent observations I have ever heard! Excellent episode! All of you had great insights and were working together with these sensitive topics!! Great work to all!!

[@denasharpe2393]

And l thank you from my heart so very very much...l am no longer feeling so alone in the species😊

[@valeriehartman3705]

I wished Jackson had explained how he got into becoming a pet behaviorist and eventually how he got to be on TV. He also was not able to finish his story about the Hollywood style birthday party because Mayim cut him off. I love you Mayim and I appreciate that this is your show, but you do talk a lot! I did love the description of being an empath a it felt it described me very well.

[@babsr8479]

I understand being an introvert while having a job that requires the opposite. I am generally a shy person, but taught HS Science for 31 years, requiring interaction with 34 or more students. I still don't really like talking to strangers.

[@MariAsherahRose]

Introvert here that spent over 30 yrs in higher education. Always needed alone decompression time when getting home.

[@anna_in_aotearoa3166]

I think people under-estimate the power of learned skills & also the motivation to help others...? If you're leading groups (as a teacher, manager, community advocate etc) then being an empath can be both really valuable (assessing group dynamics) & a big challenge (being way TOO sensitive to GD 🤦🏻‍♀️) As an introvert, I know from experience that it's definitely possible to build an acquired skillset, out of necessity, that allows you to function well in a leadership position. But it doesn't change the fact that you re-energise by being alone, rather than by being with groups of people?

[@robertlittle927]

The podcast continues to open up my life. Teach and heal while reaffirming many of my core beliefs. Science, logic and the human experience are a golden combination.

[@nicolekerr4726]

Talking about empath actually spoke to me and talking about going places and shopping centres and the anxiety, social events, I thought it was just me, I always feel way too hard and hurt and I've lost people because I feel so much and I always go to worst xase scenario, I lost my best friend cause of it.

[@allisonstout1708]

I found my people! Love your shows Mayim and Johnathan. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@AdiRudi]

Such a relatable episode for me. Sensitivity to yelling, and being sensitive in general but loving the energy of the city

[@deniteroialeeds]

No way!!! I was just thinking the other day I wished you'd interview Jackson, but thought itd never happen!!! Yey!!!

[@Michelle-wo1fm]

The book Rising Strong by Brene Brown talks about the concept of the stories we tell ourselves. I found it a very helpful tool in navigate life. Very good read!

[@milavasques]

The conversation as a whole was amazing, but the part about being an empath and “sensory overwhelm” spoke to me. ❤

[@catloverKD]

I feel like I have found my people! And, I say this constantly, Jonathan needs his own episode. I love Jackson even more now.

[@christinelaframboises3705]

No, Johnathon is a great balance for Mayim.

[@catloverKD]

@@christinelaframboises3705 I mean where she just interviews him, no other guest.

[@kimtaubman]

Jackson rocks and is definitely an empath. To read a cats energy so well and connect as he does is utterly amazing.

[@denasharpe2393]

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[@staceyjohnson2929]

I have NEVER been so excited about any of your guests before. Such a fun video to wake up to. Thank you!

[@cateharding]

I think "brave" is a great word. It's hard to be vulnerable in front of people about any type of addiction. I know that it can really help others when we share though. If you're in a recovery program you know that you have a support of like-afflicted people. But to hear someone as well-known as Mayim share that she deals with the same or similar issues really opens up the world of "I am not alone!"

[@pammyflew8788]

😊

[@taniawebster5867]

I honestly enjoyed this episode so much. It made my morning. Mayim and Jonathan make everything interesting. Jackson was an amazing guest to have and I'm so glad I got to listen to this episode. I'm always excited for the next one. This podcast gets better and better even when you think it can't get any better it proves you wrong. Thank you so much for this episode and podcast.

[@UnBoxLifeWithLori]

Thank you for talking about Social Anxiety. I never understood why anyone would want to go to a party or event with 10 or more people because just thinking about it makes my anxiety go thru the roof. It feels good to know I'm not the one who suffers from this anxiety.

[@NightsMuse]

She is a fantastic interviewer. So glad Jackson shared. It's crazy how hard lives are and we don't even know it is going on.

[@maribellelebre6809]

“What Mayim hears” was hysterical!!! ❤❤❤

[@jayare6804]

Saying no to events and parties can be isolating, but overwhelmingly powerful and an act of selfcare, imo.

[@jackiesimmons3675]

I'm crying as I listen to you guys... I am so happy to hear you guys are just like me.... I'm so scared of people even at 65.... Love you Mayim and Jackson......our energies are the same! I love your podcasts..... Thank you!

[@TheLilliBlue]

i love your body because you are in it. You are such a delight and good looking at all sizes. The most important part is I want you to stay around and feel good for a long time. I qualify in many programs Your videos have helped me get through more than my cat situations. Be well and bless you on your journey.Empath is the perfect word for you. Some of us came here to change the way we do Earth. Most people are not tuned in on that level. It is an amazing gift and responsibilty. Nobody needs to understand but the empath. Animals know what an empath is and are drawn to us.

[@jennd4590]

LOVE Mayim, Jonathon AND Jackson Galaxy!! This particular episode could have continued forever and I wouldn't mind a bit. Thank you all for being so open. Sharing these important feelings is lovely to watch... I also love that you are consistently real as are all guests. As someone who helps cats find fur-ever homes, I always recommend Jackson's videos to everyone I meet. I love my own cats to pieces, and I definitely adjust my life around their needs, as well. 🥰 I fully believe that bonds with our animals not only help anxiety but just make us all better humans. Mayim: pretty please with sugar on top, make our Mr. Galaxy a regular guest!! LOL

[@retrogirl9089]

OMG, What Mayim Hears is the best!!!!!

[@lisaglandon9597]

OMG when I saw Jackson Galaxy on the thumbnail I literally gasped!! So happy that this is a thing!

[@robinscreativespace2484]

I am so grateful you are doing these videos! I just found this channel and will be watching all that is here and all that's coming in the future. This subjects in this episode are so important, especially being an Empath. I have been called "sensitive" for decades. I didn't understand why other people's issues attached onto me like it was mine. The people I were around determined how I felt. By you bringing this to the surface, you can give others the opportunity to hear the word Empath and do their own personal study of what that means. Learning that I am an Empath and how I absorb the energies around me has helped me in public. I can't control the world around me however I am learning how to control my absorption of emotions when I am around others. I can now go to Walmart without being a mess afterwards...although I still try to avoid that store whenever possible. Thanks again to you and your guests for being so honest and authentic about addiction, disorders and mental health! You all are my heroes ❤.

[@annisa2251]

What Mayim Hears is so fun! I think it's a great exercise for people that have to interact with each other! Be it couples, workmates, friends... What a valuable exercise! And how great when it can be made fun! Laughter is so healing... Speaking such things aloud can help our other understand us, and can also help us realize how ridiculous we can be at times! LOVED IT!! Thanks, you guys!

[@wendya9474]

This is by far my favorite episode!! I laughed and cried because I could relate so much to both Mayim and Jackson especially with the connection to NYC and how it makes me feel when I'm there. They described exactly how I feel about my favorite city! I've never heard anyone explain the "vibe" that way. I was born and raised in NYC and moved to CT when I was 18 but I have to visit the city a few times a year to refill my "NYC vibe". I discovered Jackson Galaxy last year when we were preparing to adopt our first kitten. I learned so much from him but I also felt his empathic nature through his videos. He has a calming presence that I am drawn to. My dream would be to hang out with Jackson and Mayim!

[@jennigee51]

I absolutely love Jackson Galaxy, and you're right, he IS beautiful, inside and out. I know that what people think doesn't always help but I hope it helps him!

[@monikahanus9183]

This episode rings so true for me. Energy is a thing and I have such a connection to reading it and feeling it. Causes such a large amount of anxiety and 40 people in a room... nope. If I can't have a deep conversation in a smaller group or one person, I'm out. Thank you so much. Plus, love Oregon. Feel the most calm and the most at peace there.

[@andreaalcocer4369]

Could you guys do a "What Jonathan hears" too?😁😁😁

[@MayimBialik]

😉

[@sabrinasophia7925]

😍🙏

[@chinita1pr]

I think he hears exactly what she said. Ask my husband. He says there is nothing between the lines. 😂

[@andreaschneider6202]

@andreaalcocer4369 Thank you for your comment🙏 "What Jonathan Hears" would be very funny as well! Best wishes from another Andrea

[@kellyhil1966]

OMG!!!! This is so me!! I knew I was an empath as I got older, but I don't think I understand it fully. I've just always felt like a freak and an outsider. I adapted by acting like everyone expects but screaming inside and going home and not understanding the feelings and shutting down for days because of the stress of doing that. I've had some tragedies, 3 in a row very close together, that has thrown me into a place I can't seem to get out of. I really need to get help. Thank you and Jackson for this episode. 🤗🤗

[@lindahind2205]

Kelly Hildebrandt: Hope you get your help, understanding and support..reach out and find what works for you. Best luck and be well.💕

[@midnightodellewest1999]

It’s been a year since this comment was posted by you, but I just wanted to let you know it was meaningful to me. Your description of acting like everyone expects but screaming inside helped me to finally “get” what it is my husband goes through on a daily basis. He is highly empathic and, while I am certainly not unfeeling, I have just never had the same intensity of emotions as he. Thank you for sharing what it feels like. I hope that you were able to get the help you were needing and are on the road to healing from your grief.

[@ljaderomero]

Jackson Galaxy is the best. I’ve been following him ever since I adopted my first cat 2 years ago.

[@katrinarelph-mueller8490]

I cracked up with “What Mayim hears!” My hubby would agree I am the same. Lol. I enjoy this podcast so much. I think empaths must be missing a filter. I walk in the room and I feel it all. I have had two psychologists diagnose me as an empath and it really helped understand me better. It is interesting but still a challenge. Wishing you all well!

[@KarenPerez-ov6yi]

I grew up in foster care and had a five year abusive marriage and raised two sons alone. At age 58 I just got an aa in Child development. It is amazing how our first five years can impact the rest of our lives either adversely or in a good way. I’ve never seen a therapist I know I need to. Frankly I’m amazed I’ve lived 58 years without becoming an addict. Actually I’m addicted to sugar can’t thank you enough for your podcast learning so much

[@erin723]

“Attenuation” “ maintenance of information” “specificity to an experience” 🤯 YES! Thank you for the words to put onto the experience.

[@marisamartinezolivera]

Yessss! Tuesday again and this wonderful, educational, healing and fabulous Mayim & Jonathan’s podcast was my morning companion during my ealier morning activities! THANK YOU to both of you! 💜 How I adore “my” Multisensorial Mayim versus “Fed-up with fame” one that many people would think she is! May I say that not being a famous one, nor a shy one either but a multisensorial one (who even has hyperacusis), I feel exactly the same about crowded malls? That I deeply hate Christmas shopping (and I celebrate Xmas), sales days as Black Fridays, even fully soccer stadiums (it made me to quit to watch my beloved F.C. Barcelona live again but watch it at TV instead..)?? Asking myself how it links with that beeing a Western European born and raised, my perfect city is NY and that I need its energy on me to the point that from many years ago I try to go there twice a year too? To let the energy of this city to slap in my face, enter by all the pores of my skin, my senses and my soul and feed my brain? That NY-Barcelona is a kind of link or common shared feeling that many Barcelonians “suffer” and some NYorkers lately too? As if the two cities drinks of mutual energy? Said that, thanks for a great Tuesday. Again! 👏🏻👏🏻I’ll watch the video version later, after work. Because you face expressions and body language, as well your guests ones is “A MUST”! 💎

[@christinamorris1594]

I appreciated this program. I am a Jackson Galaxy fan. I’ve tried getting my cat on his show, but I had no way to videotape her antics. Her name is Sasha though my larger family call her Psycho-cat because while she’s very affectionate, she scratches and hisses without provocation. That we can see. Anyway, I love watching Jackson with cats - I find it comforting and it makes me more hopeful about my kitty. I also have similarities with him and you as well, Mayim. I am an HSP/empath and introverted though I am more than capable of being outgoing, if necessary. I just have to have some alone time, or I go nuts or get soooo tired. I’m also a musician: I’m a singer/songwriter, and have traveled for most of my life singing in a ministry. That’s how I learned to be outgoing…but I’ve always searched for the bathrooms in every new place I’d go, so I’d know where I could escape and hide, if necessary! I’ve struggled with my weight all my life, too, though I’ve gotten quite ill in the last few years and am pretty thin at the moment. I also HATE large crowds, parties, and social gatherings. They drive me crazy plus I prefer deep conversation as opposed to chit chat, which I don’t tolerate well. I have chronic major depression and anxiety and have been on Antidepression medication for over 30 years. So. All this blabbing is simply to say I am a huge fan and I’ve always felt a connection with you which started with cats! BTW, since I’ve been sick, my Sasha has been very protective of me and rarely leaves my side. She cuddles with me everyday. Sometimes I call her “Velcro” because she likes to be as close to me as possible.

[@janicekotarski9692]

Jackson, love listening to your story. I have been trying to get in touch with you. My husband and I have been Cat Parents for 40 1/2 years. We took care of a Feral Colony in our backyard for over a decade and was able to adopt out over 20 with a friend ‘s help that is connected with Best Friends. We did TNR. We lost two of our house cats last year that were 17 and 15 years old. Our one surviving cat Jack who is 16 has always been a scaredy-cat. He is a good cat, but doesn’t like interactions with humans. As a kitten, he didn’t like to be held long. I know now that I should have tried to feed him from my hand as a kitten. He stays mostly upstairs behind or under our bed. His food has always been upstairs and he eats well. The only time I have been able to pet him is when he boxes himself in a corner downstairs when he has run down because we pull out bed to vacuum. My vet has told us not to approach him and if he comes to us to reward him. When he came into our house from outside as a kitten his older 2 year old brother Peewee ( who we lost last year) would clean him and his litter mate James(who we also lost last year). My husband and I do not want to bring another cat into the house. We are both 73 and wanted to outlive all our pets. After so many years of at one time having 5 house cats, we can’t commit another 15-20 years since we don’t know what the man upstairs has in store for us. So in short, is there anything that we can do to bring Jack out more. We have a pet door in our bedroom and he does go to back room to use litter and look out window. We Love him and wish he would be more social.

[@ashleyenkey2101]

What an amazing episode! I have so much in common with Jackson and Mayim. I am an empath, food addict, cat lover and have social anxiety. These are my people! Thank you so much for this episode!

[@samanthamontesdeoca4038]

My therapist has been trying to help me replace my maladaptive coping skills with good ones and nothing has really worked so far... I don't know how I am going to even explain this to her next Monday but I wish I could play "What Mayim Hears" on a loop all day.... omg it's definitely taking the lead on my coping card. Your laugh brings me so much joy and everything you say it's so relatable lol

[@debbeasher-k4764]

My cat was crying at night. 2 , 3, &/or 4am. I started setting aside 1/2 to 1hr. with her playing just before bed. I put the dogs in the other room & it's just her & I. It works well. She's happier and so am I. I understand your empathy.

[@joyhampton3831]

Glad to learn more about Jackson. Admire his work with cats, glad to learn he's one of us in recovery!

[@helenreid7022]

Hilarious “what Mayim hears” . My eyes are running with tears!

[@janetmitchell4452]

I so understand this. If I knew the subject, I could give a talk comfortably. But, I can't be in a room with strangers and be comfortable.

[@KarenPerez-ov6yi]

Lists and rituals are so good for me. Since covid i have no structure and no schedule and I’m going nuts. I am a workaholic and yes interacting over zoom isn’t interacting. This man has so much wisdom. I’ve taken so many notes. Ha stage Jackson. Ha talk to me like a stranger.