Teal Swan

In this episode, Teal Swan dives into the lose-lose situation that women are in now - they're subconsciously expected to do and be both:- Both the support giver who is nurturing and gentle and helpful and who does the domestic tasks, including bearing and raising children.- And the success oriented, career driven go getter who is strong and assertive and independent and competitive and a financial provider.

A negative loyalty pattern can take on many, many forms. But the function is the same: It is a belief and/or behavior that keeps you aligned with, in confluence with, experiencing closeness with and allied to another person; but that is detrimental to your wellbeing and best interests. I have never met a single person that doesn't have at least one negative loyalty pattern. For this reason, let's take a deep dive into negative loyalty patterns.

Why is it that finding your purpose can be so hard? In this video, I'm going to outline the major factors that can make finding your purpose so hard. The cool thing is, knowing about these factors, can actually bring you closer to your purpose. 

Low self-esteem wreaks havoc in anyone's life. It is easy to see the connection between low self-esteem and things like never putting yourself out there and not taking chances and feeling overall depressed in life. But it is harder for people to see the connection between low self-esteem and relationship problems.In this video, Teal discusses 11 ways in which your low self-esteem wreaks havoc on your relationships.

Trust is the foundation of every meaningful relationship—and once broken, it requires consistent, intentional effort to rebuild. This video dives deep into the nuances of trust breaches, offering actionable steps for restoring trust through empathy, accountability, and a true commitment to another's best interests. Watch now to learn how to repair and strengthen the trust in your relationships.

Are you stuck wanting something, but never actually going for it? In this video, Teal Swan breaks down exactly how to take action on your desires and finally move toward the life you really want. From clarifying what you truly want to overcoming resistance and seizing opportunities, this is your guide to stop floating through life and start living with purpose.

Good intentions don't erase the harm caused. Too often, we use intent to justify or minimize pain—whether it's our own or someone else's. In this video, I'll break down why this mindset is so damaging and why impact is what truly matters.

Getting what you want in life isn't just about letting go of what's not working—it often requires giving up something that is. Whether it's a job you love, a sense of security, or even a survival strategy, the hardest sacrifices are often the ones that keep us stuck. In this video, we'll explore the tough choices that stand between you and your dreams. Are you willing to let go to move forward?

Feeling stuck in rigid patterns—whether in yourself or others—can be frustrating. But there's a powerful way to break through: uncover the deep pain and fear hiding beneath the resistance. In this video, I'll show you how addressing that hidden pain can transform what feels impossible into real change. Watch now to learn the key to making the unmovable... movable.

Get ready to see a side of wealth that no one tells you about.In this eye-opening exploration, we break down the unseen burdens of wealth—from transactional relationships and social judgment to the constant demand to provide more. Why do so many wealthy men feel alone, unseen, and even trapped despite "having it all"?

Watch to find out why your sexuality reflects your deepest traumas and desires. Sexual energy is creative energy, tied to what you most want but feel powerless to attain. By analyzing what arouses you and its emotional roots, you can uncover hidden wounds and unmet needs. This awareness can guide healing, improve relationships, and help you consciously shape your life.

Planetary retrogrades are one of the most feared astrological events, which is not good given the fact that they happen a lot.But the truth is, a retrograde, is the medicine of retrospective.  Watch this video to find out why Teal says you shouldn't fear retrogrades, and what to do instead.

In this episode, Teal reveals the one very painful thing we all inevitably have to face on the path of self awareness and awakening. See how the ways that you cope with pain have become the very thing perpetuating that very same pain.

When we close our hearts, we do so out of fear and self-protection, but the cost is immense—blocking love, connection, and our full potential. The key to opening the heart lies in facing our fears, embracing vulnerability, and consciously tending to the wounds that caused us to shut down. In this video, explore powerful practices to open your heart, heal emotional barriers, and create a life filled with love, connection, and authenticity.

Suppressing our deepest needs only makes them stronger, creating an internal battle between what we truly need and what we believe we should be. Want to know what to do to break free? Watch this episode, as Teal shares how to challenge these beliefs, reclaim our needs, and be willing to risk feeling socially unsafe in order to truly thrive.

Are you constantly performing in relationships to earn love and avoid abandonment? This "dancing monkey" pattern can leave you feeling exhausted and unseen. Discover how to break free from self-abandonment and embrace authentic connections that nurture your true self.

If you've ever struggled to understand why you feel the way you do, THIS may be the missing link: Just because you had parents and lived under their roof doesn't mean they truly parented you. Many children grow up physically provided for but emotionally abandoned—orphans with parents. In this video, Teal exposes the gaslighting that hides this reality, breaks down the unmet needs that shape a child's development, and explores how these missing pieces impact adulthood.

Abandonment is one of the most painful experiences a person can go through, and to avoid it, many people develop unhealthy coping strategies. The most damaging of these strategies is abandoning parts of ourselves—sacrificing our authenticity in order to maintain connection. In this video, we'll explore how and why this happens, how it affects our relationships, and most importantly, how to reclaim the lost parts of ourselves. If you're ready to break free from this cycle and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships, this video is for you!

Don't miss this vital conversation about what it truly means to be human.

This video is a must-watch for anyone ready to confront their past and reclaim their future.

In this video, Teal Swan dives into the concept of safety and security in relationships, focusing on a prevalent yet false sense of security many women experience. Join Teal as she unpacks why this sense of security is often misplaced and explore healthier, more direct ways to meet our safety and relationship needs.

In this video, Teal Swan explores the shadow side of disidentification, revealing how it can become a harmful coping mechanism. Learn how to balance disidentification with radical self-ownership to foster integration and harmony between your physical and non-physical selves.

What will 2025 bring for you and the world? In this video, Teal Swan reveals the dominant theme, the biggest shadows, and the most important opportunities of the upcoming year. She also gives you practical tips on how to make the best decisions, and how to highlight the best of human potential.

Discover a powerful exercise to bring your full attention to the present moment and experience life as it unfolds. In this video, Teal Swan shares her favorite NNE (Noticing, Naming, and Experiencing) practice, designed to ground you in the here and now.

The “Cut Down for Control” pattern lowers a child's self-esteem, keeping them seeking approval to meet a parent's desires. Teal Swan reveals how to recognize and break free from this subtle but harmful manipulation.

In today's world, emotions, especially negative ones, have come to be treated as “sins” of a modern kind. Join us as we explore how our culture has come to see emotions as something to suppress, control, and judge—and how breaking free from this mentality can allow for a deeper, more authentic connection to ourselves and each other.

In this video, we explore why taking ownership of the aspects that might make you a “bad guy” can actually transform you into a better person. Discover the path to genuine self-awareness and how embracing your less-than-perfect traits can lead to a more authentic and impactful life.

While optimism is often seen as essential for success, it can actually backfire if it blinds you to reality. In this video, Teal Swan explores how unchecked optimism can sabotage your efforts, limit growth, and damage relationships. Discover how to balance optimism with realism, ensuring your path to success remains grounded and responsive.

In this episode, Teal Swan explores the common but damaging practice of using spirituality to deny or bypass uncomfortable truths. Discover how to avoid this pitfall and embrace a more authentic, integrated approach to spirituality.

The path of spiritual awakening is full of potential pitfalls, and one of the most deceptive is the creation of a "spiritual persona." In this episode, Teal Swan reveals how a spiritual persona can mimic genuine awakening, leading to self-delusion and confusion for others. Learn to recognize this pitfall and avoid mistaking a spiritual façade for true awakening.

When something bad happens, it often feels like the universe is against you, making it hard to accept the situation. In this episode, Teal Swan introduces the "How Might This Be FOR Me?" exercise, designed to help you shift out of resistance and see how even challenging situations may be working in your favor. Learn how this spiritual exercise can bring you into alignment with the bigger picture of your life.

In this episode, Teal Swan explains why trying to control or regulate emotions is detrimental and suggests a healthier approach: embracing your emotions while mastering your behavior. Discover why emotional regulation isn't the answer and what you should be focusing on instead.

In this episode, Teal Swan explores why emotional non-reactivity is not necessarily an indication of personal growth or enlightenment, and how the societal obsession with emotional control may be causing more harm than good. Learn the truth about emotions and the importance of being in a healthy relationship with them.

Dating apps have revolutionized how we form romantic relationships, offering convenience and access to more potential partners. However, they come with significant downsides. In this episode, Teal Swan explores the negative impacts of dating apps, from superficial connections and hookup culture to reduced emotional intimacy and self-esteem.

The path to achieving what you want is never straightforward—it's filled with challenges and obstacles that often reveal themselves only as you progress. In this episode, Teal Swan uncovers the great untold prerequisite for getting what you want, helping you navigate the inevitable "gates" you'll encounter on your journey. Learn how to consciously embrace these barriers as opportunities for personal transformation and success.

Toxic positivity is becoming a rampant coping mechanism in today's society, where many turn to it to avoid facing negative emotions and difficult realities. In this episode, Teal Swan explains what toxic positivity is, why it's harmful, and how to break free from it to embrace true healing and growth. Discover how to navigate life with authentic positivity, grounded in reality.

Teal Swan shares eleven powerful tips to help you cultivate courage, dispel common misconceptions, and embrace discomfort as a path to growth and success. Discover how to make courage a conscious choice in your life, no matter the challenges you face.

There is a lot of confusion going around about when doing something qualifies as being disciplined and when doing something qualifies as bulldozing yourself. This confusion is a problem when one is an important element of success and the other is a road to failure. For this reason, I'm going to explain the difference between discipline and bulldozing. 

Validation is crucial in relationships, especially for those who've experienced invalidation. It involves recognizing and accepting someone's feelings as real and important. However, validation can be misused when it's given without taking action to resolve the underlying issue, leaving the person stuck in pain. Watch this video as Teal unpacks this far too common form of abuse.

Many of us believe that reaching our desires—whether it's finding a soulmate, achieving financial success, or attaining enlightenment—will bring us lasting happiness. However, Teal challenges this belief by showing that achieving what you desire won't lead to enduring happiness.

Success is often seen as the ultimate goal, but what many don't realize is the significant pain and sacrifice that comes with it. In this eye-opening episode, Teal Swan explores the concept of contrast avoidance and how our subconscious desire for comfort can limit our ability to achieve what we truly want.

Simply doing inner work isn't enough to meet your or your partner's needs. Misunderstanding this can lead to greater disconnect. Teal offers insights and practical advice on bridging the gap between self-improvement and relationship satisfaction through this reality check using powerful case study that might be a little too familiar for most.

Explore the profound impact of unresolved trauma with Teal Swan in this compelling episode. Discover how distress manifests emotionally, mentally, and physically, shaping our lives in ways we often don't realize. Teal explains how trauma can affect anyone, regardless of background, and offers insight into her transformative Completion Process. Join us to understand how healing trauma can lead to a healthier, more fulfilling life.

In this eye-opening video, Teal Swan exposes the harsh realities and double standards successful women face in their romantic lives. Through powerful examples and insights, she illustrates how gender biases create nearly impossible relationship expectations for high-achieving females. Teal explores the unfair perceptions and limited roles society imposes on both men and women, and how these dynamics set successful women up for disappointment in love.

In this eye-opening episode, Teal Swan exposes the shocking truth that traditional relationship models simply don't work in today's rapidly evolving world. She explains the social shifts that have made old templates for love, marriage and family obsolete. Teal then reveals the key to relationship success going forward: customizing partnerships based on our authentic needs and desires, rather than trying to force ourselves into outdated molds. If your relationships feel stuck in a painful cycle of unmet expectations, this episode will give you the insight and inspiration to rethink the structures and bravely create more authentic connections.

In this life-changing video, Teal Swan shares her top 12 lifestyle habits for optimal wellness. From the transformative power of shadow work to the importance of sleep, emotional attunement, and living your values, Teal covers every key area of mind-body health. You'll learn tips for nourishing your body, managing stress, cultivating healthy relationships, and creating an environment that supports your well-being.

In this eye-opening video, Teal Swan exposes the dark side of positivity in parenting. While positivity is often seen as desirable, "positivity parents" can inflict severe damage by using it to avoid painful realities. By creating a fantasy "overlay reality," they emotionally abandon and gaslight their children. The child is left alone in pain, unable to get their emotional needs met.

In this powerful video, Teal Swan delves into the hidden pain of emotional neglect - a relationship dynamic she argues is even more damaging than overt physical abuse. Through vivid examples, Teal illustrates the lose-lose trap victims face and the psychological toll it takes. She distinguishes between willful and unintentional neglect, and outlines steps to break free, heal, and get your needs met.

Teal Swan exposes the shadow side of the self-empowerment movement, revealing how relational trauma can lead to glorifying independence and disconnection. She explores the allure of beliefs promising freedom from powerlessness, while highlighting the illusion of self-sufficiency. Discover why embracing interdependence is crucial for authentic empowerment and well-being. If you've felt disillusioned with self-help teachings, this episode offers a fresh perspective on navigating personal growth through mastering relationships and integrating our humanness.

Every week, I get messages from men asking me what to do about the controlling and uptight woman in their lives. So, let's look at what causes a woman to be uptight and controlling. And let's look at what the actual solution is. 

Discover the most important practice for developing authentic, lasting self-love. In this transformative video, Teal Swan reveals the key to overcoming shame and self-hate by embracing and integrating the very parts of ourselves we've rejected.