Have you ever felt like this? That showing vulnerability is weakness, that asking for help is a sign of incompetence, or that everyone else has the very thing you’re struggling with all figured out? These misconceptions can lead us to isolate ourselves and feel shame about our own struggles. Ginny and Brandi are here to share the power of normalizing our hum ... Show More
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How to Live Gratefully When Life Isn’t Going Your Way with Kristi Nelson
In this episode, Kristi Nelson discusses how to live gratefully when life isn’t going your way. She explores how to learn to cultivate unconditional gratitude – appreciating life itself, even amidst difficulty, aging, or illness. Kristi shares insights from her cancer journey, ex ... Show More
54m 42s
Nov 21
The Three Levers of Change: How to Shift Your Mindset, Motivation, and Methods for Success with Jim Kwik
In this episode, Jim Kwik explores the three levers of change and how to shift your mindset, motivation, and methods for success. Jim shares his journey overcoming a childhood brain injury and how he discovered practical methods to drive change. He also introduces his “brain an ... Show More
57m 54s
Nov 17
How To Let Go of Self-Doubt and Transform Your Life with Elena Brower
In this episode, Elena Brower explores how to let go of self-doubt to transform your life. She shares her journey to sobriety, the power of self-compassion, and the importance of apology and inner safety. Elena discusses how Zen practice and guiding principles can foster heali ... Show More
51m 8s
Apr 2024
3148: 4 Reasons Worry Scares You and How to Be More Fearless by Ingrid Y Helander on Self-Awareness
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Episode 3148:
Ingrid Y Helander's exploration of the relationship between worry, our nervous systems, and personal insight sheds li ... Show More
9m 45s
Nov 2023
embracing your crazy while falling apart and coming back together
<p>In this insightful episode, I sit down with Taune Lyons, a licensed marriage and family therapist whose mission is to empower individuals to uncover the healing potential within themselves. Together, we dive deep into transformative practices for managing emotions, confronting ... Show More
1h 34m
Apr 2024
childhood emotional neglect part 8: signs and symptoms – skewed self-perception, lack of self-compassion, and toxic shame
<p>In Episode 8 of our ongoing series on Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN), we continue our exploration of the symptoms that shape the lives of adults affected by early emotional neglect. In this portion of our discussion, we’ll be covering skewed perception of self, lack of self ... Show More
1h 9m
Feb 2024
E16: Whole lotta SEX — Healing Body Trauma, Sexual Agency, & Growing Beyond Judgement
Send us a textThe labyrinth of personal healing is often clouded with the shame and secrecy of our deepest struggles. Embark with me, Tarek Ali, as I traverse the raw and intimate pathways of my own self-discovery, laying bare the battles with anxiety and the transformative power ... Show More
1h 11m
Jun 2024
How To Deal With Difficult People
<p>Today, we're tackling a big one: how to deal with difficult people in your life and relationships.</p><p>In this episode, we'll cover:</p><p>1. Understanding Difficult People: Learn why people act the way they do, often because of unhealed trauma and learned behaviors, and how ... Show More
18m 50s