Self-Help & Growth Episodes

Discover the secrets behind bestselling young adult paranormal fiction—with an autistic-led, reader-first lens. In this episode of The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show , autistic advocate Jimmy Clare welcomes acclaimed authors Megan Linski and Alicia Rades to talk about how they co-create the Academy of Magical Creatures fantasy series for readers who love magical worlds, found family, and underdog heroes. Megan and Alicia share how their collaboration began, what their writing process looks like on both h...

Step into the world of Academy Magical Creatures with an autistic-led lens. In this trailer for The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show , autistic advocate Jimmy Clare introduces his conversation with two USA Today bestselling authors about the fantasy series that has captured so many readers’ imaginations. You’ll get a quick preview of how they bring unforgettable characters to life, build a magical world that feels comforting to revisit, and create twists that keep you turning pages without feeling overwhel...

Unlock the art of storytelling in a way that respects your energy and your brain. In this episode of The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, autistic advocate Jimmy Clare welcomes back young adult fantasy author Jay Reece for a deep dive into writing, motivation, and what to do when your mind feels completely stuck. Jay shares his storytelling journey and the inspiration behind his YA fantasy novels, along with honest experiences of hitting writer’s block and slowly finding a way through it. Together, Jimmy ...

Struggling with writer’s block and a tired brain? In this trailer for The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, autistic advocate Jimmy Clare introduces a gentle, realistic look at overcoming writer’s block for autistic and neurodivergent writers. You’ll hear a quick preview of the real challenges creative minds face—from hitting a wall to slowly finding your way back to your ideas. This short episode highlights simple, doable creativity tips to help you find inspiration on low-energy days, reduce the pressure...

Discover a calmer way to think about motivation and personal growth. In this episode of The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, autistic advocate Jimmy Clare talks with Pete, host of the “Fire in the Belly” podcast, about setting priorities, managing time, and finding your inner drive as an autistic or neurodivergent adult. Pete shares his journey from feeling lost to becoming an author, mentor, TEDx speaker, and investor, and how ADHD and dyslexia shaped his path instead of stopping it. Together, Jimmy and ...

Big “transform your life” messages can feel overwhelming when your brain is already tired. In this trailer for The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, autistic advocate Jimmy Clare introduces his conversation with Pete from the Fire in the Belly podcast about mindset, motivation, and personal growth for autistic and neurodivergent adults. You’ll get a quick preview of how Pete went from feeling lost to finding his “fire in the belly,” and how he now helps people listen to their inner genius without toxic hus...

Feeling guilty for saying no or taking time for yourself? In this episode of The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, autistic advocate Jimmy Clare and health coach Tina Hicks talk about setting healthy boundaries and protecting your “me time” in a way that actually works for autistic and neurodivergent adults. Tina shares simple, compassionate strategies for saying no with more confidence, noticing when you’re people-pleasing, and carving out small pockets of rest in a busy life. Together, Jimmy and Tina exp...

Saying no can feel scary—especially if you’re autistic or neurodivergent and used to putting everyone else first. In this trailer for The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, autistic advocate Jimmy Clare introduces a gentle look at how “no” can protect your energy, support your mental health, and lead to healthier relationships. You’ll hear a quick preview of simple, compassionate strategies for setting boundaries, stepping back from people-pleasing, and creating a bit more “me time” in a life that already f...

Ready to stop beating yourself up for every mistake? In this episode of The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, autistic advocate Jimmy Clare talks with Krist Morrow—a disabled veteran, author, and award-winning journalist/photographer—about self-forgiveness, self-acceptance, and what personal growth really looks like for autistic and neurodivergent adults. Krist shares his story of living with Tourette’s, navigating guilt and self-doubt, and slowly learning to treat himself with more compassion. Together, J...

Carrying old guilt and replaying past mistakes on a loop? In this trailer for The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, autistic advocate Jimmy Clare introduces a gentle look at self-forgiveness and self-acceptance for autistic and neurodivergent adults who are tired of beating themselves up. You’ll get a quick preview of simple, realistic ways to quiet your inner critic, practice more compassion toward yourself, and slowly let go of the pressure to be “perfect.” This short episode is for anyone who feels stuc...