Sunday Set Up Ep. 45: Rejection, Protection, and Finding Your People

Heal Squad x Maria Menounos

Maria Menounos, Heal Squad

Mental Health, Education, Health & Fitness, Self-improvement

4.7 • 2K Ratings

🗓️ 12 July 2026

⏱️ 45 minutes

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Summary

Happy Sunday! Welcome to Heal Squad's The Sunday Set Up. Life lessons to help you start the week. This week, we explore why the opinions of strangers (and even the people we work alongside) can have so much power over us. Why can one dismissive comment or difficult interaction stay with us all day while a dozen acts of kindness fade into the background? We talk about the psychology behind our need for acceptance, exploring how our ancient survival instincts may still convince us that rejection is something to fear, even when it isn't. We talk about why some people simply aren't meant to travel the same road as us, why trying to help the wrong people can quietly drain our energy, and how learning to focus on those who truly share our values can change everything. We talk about how so many of the disappointments that once felt devastating ultimately became the very moments that redirected us toward a better path. Sometimes rejection isn't failure, it's protection. For a little Sunday Set Up Bonus, we get into summer nostalgia, Fruit Stripe Gum, neighborhood ice cream trucks, Leon Day, and discount fireworks. This week, when someone else's attitude threatens your peace, ask yourself: Is this really about me... or am I carrying something that was never mine to begin with? And if one door closes, remember that some of life's greatest blessings begin with the word "no." Have a great week, Kweenz. We'll talk Shawtly. Join us at our Canyon Ranch 2026 Retreat: https://www.canyonranch.com/lenox/retreats/heal-retreat-maria-menounos HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: https://stylecrew.macys.com/@mariamenounos EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

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0:00.0	Just a little PSA Hill Squad. Don't let summer slip away without making a few more memories.
0:04.9	I'm actually so grateful I got to squeeze in one last trip this summer to Greece with Athena.
0:09.6	We got to continue to immerse her in the culture and the language, spend time with family.
0:13.9	And if you've got one more summer getaway on the calendar, Macy's can help you get ready for it all.
0:19.1	Find everything from cute and comfy swimsuits to beach towels, all the hosting must-haves
0:24.2	if you want to squeeze in another backyard summer barbecue.
0:27.4	And if you need some inspo, check out my wish list.
0:29.9	Happy shopping.
0:31.5	I know we're only in the middle of summer, but as anyone else already thinking about fall,
0:36.1	maybe it's because I can't wait for our heels
0:38.1	squad retreat this October. Your guide back to you, four days to step away from the noise,
0:43.7	reconnect with ourselves, and reset before the holidays. I know it sounds a little early to be
0:49.4	talking about it, but they're really going to be here before we know it. And I actually think
0:53.1	there's something exciting about getting ready for a new season of life. Maybe for you that's getting the kids ready
0:58.2	for school or moving someone into a college dorm, heading back to work. Maybe you're just ready for a
1:03.6	refresh. Well, that's where Macy's comes in. Whether you're looking for comfortable everyday basics
1:07.9	that you'll actually live in, active wear to keep you moving,
1:11.5	beauty favorites to help you feel your best, or those little home essentials that'll make you feel
1:16.2	more organized. Macy's has it all in one place. And at the end of the day, taking care of yourself
1:21.5	also means preparing for what's next. So here's to savoring the rest of summer and making this
1:26.8	next season of your life your healthiest and happiest yet. Happy shopping.
1:31.3	I'm on a journey to heal and get better in all areas of life and I want to do it with you. Welcome to Heal Squad by Maria Menunoz, where we improve and heal all parts of our lives, most importantly our health.
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