The On-Call Empath

09/09/2025

01/09/2025

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🎙️Apple Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-on-call-empath/id1527140414?i=1000724457137

🎙️Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/episode/0oQNTaDkGdKq76Fsb3PZ5K

In this deeply personal episode of The On-Call Empath, host Raj Montage opens up about the emotional toll of staying in toxic relationships and why so many couples today feel more like roommates than romantic partners. Raj explores the real-life struggles of leaving a toxic partner, the fear of being alone, and the surprising pros and cons of solitude after emotional trauma.

💬 "Sometimes, choosing yourself is the hardest—but most powerful—decision you can make."

20/08/2025

Epi. 304 Permission to Pause: The Art of Doing Nothing

Rest isn't always sleeping or meditating or going on a wellness retreat. Sometimes, it’s lying on the floor and staring at the ceiling. Scrolling without purpose. Sitting in silence with a cup of something warm. Not fixing anything. Not solving your life.And when you live with depression, even just surviving the day is a full-time job.

So if all you did today was breathe, that’s not nothing — that’s enough.Doing nothing can be an act of quiet rebellion in a world obsessed with hustle. It’s a way of saying: My worth isn’t measured by my output. I’m allowed to exist without constantly performing wellness or productivity.So today, if you need it — take the pause. Unplug. Un-do. Un-become for a while. You don’t owe anyone your energy, especially when you’re running low.​You don’t need to fix yourself to be worthy.​Rest isn’t laziness — it’s an act of self-acceptance.​Doing nothing can be an art form, especially when you're struggling.Always look forward to something- no matter how small.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/10Id3XfqNaKL5mgx2Iri4o

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/epi-304-permission-to-pause-the-art-of-doing-nothing/id1527140414?i=1000722842682

17/08/2025

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

09/08/2025

I never imagined I’d record 300+ episodes, interview hundereds of incredible guests, or spend thousands of hours diving into raw, transformative conversations about narcissistic abuse, trauma, and overcoming life’s hardest moments. This podcast wasn’t just for empaths—it was for anyone who’s faced adversity and refused to let it define them. Through these stories, I’ve had the privilege of connecting with remarkable people from around the world, souls I’d never have met otherwise. Their courage and vulnerability have been my greatest teachers.

This journey gave me purpose when I needed it most. It became a cornerstone of strength, a testament to sticking with something I deeply believe in. Every episode, every story, every shared moment has been a reminder that we’re all connected in our struggles and our triumphs. I’m endlessly grateful for my guests, whose voices brought this vision to life, and for my loyal listeners, whose support carried me through. Together, we’ve built something I’ll be proud of for the rest of my life—a beacon of comfort and solidarity for those navigating their own storms.

Thank you for joining me on this incredible journey. I can’t ever forget my humble beginings and collaboration with some of the best doctors, therapists, coaches and healers. Here’s to strength of connection, and the beauty of rising together. 🙏🏻

Sincerely,

Raj Montage 🎙️

07/08/2025

🚨Escaping a World Built to Keep You Broke⚠️ Trigger Warning: Mentions of Financial Struggle, DepressionWe live in a fallen world — one designed to keep you surviving, not thriving. Everything costs. From the air you breathe (via healthcare) to the roof over your head, existing has a price tag. Prices rise faster than paychecks. Essentials like food, rent, and energy are overpriced, not by accident, but by design — to keep you stressed, distracted, and trapped in the cycle. You're not lazy. You're living in a system built to drain you.But there is a way through. Budget tightly, learn financial literacy, seek out community resources, and don’t be ashamed to ask for help. Grow your skills, protect your energy, and stay alert to the traps meant to keep you broke — endless subscriptions, predatory loans, and toxic mindsets.If you're struggling to the point where it feels too heavy — please, reach out. Depression is real, and you don't have to face it alone. Contact a mental health professional or a crisis hotline. There is strength in asking for help.You are not broken. The system is. Survival here takes courage — and you’ve already shown it by looking for truth.You're not alone. Keep going.Spotfy: 🎙️https://open.spotify.com/episode/6JVAy6VMp7ksA6zVRNZe7NApple podcast: 🎙️https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/epi-302-escaping-a-world-built-to-keep-you-broke/id1527140414?i=1000721098594