The Encourage Over Everything Show

EP 219: Stop Performing, Start Living - Let Go of the Good Girl Script and Embrace Your Main Character Energy

EP 216: Self-Love Isn't Optional - From Desperation to Empowerment — Why Loving You Changes Everything

✨ MAIN CHARACTER ENERGY 101

 You didn't land here by accident. This moment right here? It's a whole divine setup.You've spent enough time making sure everyone else is good, pushing your dreams to the back burner, shrinking to stay “likable,” and trying to fit into stories that were never written for you.That ends now.Welcome to Confident & Empowered – The Encourage Over Everything Show—the podcast where confidence, self-love, and Main Character Energy collide so you can take up all the space you were born for.I'm Letitia Hopkins—Life, Love & Relationship Coach, encourager-in-chief, and your official reminder that you don't need to earn your worth. You just need to own it.This is your glow-up in real time. This is your comeback season. This is the era of YOU.

Is your relationship feeling a little routine? Wondering how to bring back the excitement, passion, and connection you felt in the early days? In this episode, we dive into practical, transformative steps to reignite love in long-term relationships and keep that spark alive. I'm sharing the "The Magic is Made Up of Moments" framework to show you how to create meaningful, magical moments that build intimacy, trust, and lasting joy.   What You'll Learn in This Episode: - Daily Acts of Magic: Small, intentional gestures that keep the connection warm and affectionate every day. - Weekly Rituals for Deeper Connection: Simple ways to prioritize quality time together, building trust and appreciation. - Monthly Adventures to Break the Routine: Exciting new experiences that bring back the thrill and fun in your relationship.   Discover how to support each other as individuals, rekindle curiosity, and cultivate a mindset that celebrates both the ordinary and extraordinary moments in your partnership. We'll also explore why consistent, intentional connection is the key to keeping intimacy fresh and thriving in long-term relationships.   Whether you're newlyweds, celebrating decades together, or anywhere in between, this episode will guide you toward creating a relationship that feels fulfilling, joyful, and alive.   Tune in to reignite the love, strengthen your bond, and make your relationship feel magical again. Be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Leave a Review if this episode resonates with you! Watch & Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Tag me with your favorite quote on: TIKTOK ⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up for the Newsletter ⁠HERE⁠! GET THE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SHOW NOTES⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thanks for listening!

In this episode of the Encourage Over Everything Show, we dive deep into a common but powerful struggle: the fear of rejection that holds us back from setting healthy boundaries. Many of us avoid boundaries to sidestep potential disapproval, conflict, or even loss of relationships, but at what cost? Join me as we explore why the fear of rejection is so pervasive and how embracing it can unlock new levels of self-respect, self-worth, and self-love. This episode offers practical tips to help you find the courage to stand up and speak up for yourself, transforming your boundaries from sources of fear to pillars of strength and freedom. Don't miss this chance to reclaim your voice, strengthen your relationships, and take a powerful step toward self-empowerment.  Tune in, and remember to like, subscribe, and leave a review if this episode resonates with you! Watch & Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Tag me with your favorite quote on: TIKTOK ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠ INSTAGRAM ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up for the Newsletter HERE! GET THE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SHOW NOTES⁠⁠⁠ Thanks for listening!

Did you know that effective communication can boost relationship satisfaction by over 50%? That's right! We're talking about how improving your responses can lead to incredible transformations in your relationship dynamics.   You ever found yourself wondering why some conversations leave you feeling closer while others seem to drive a wedge between you? In today's episode, we're uncovering the secrets to transforming your responses so you can nurture those beautiful connections!   Before we dive in, take a moment to think about one relationship in your life that could use a little extra love through better communication. By the end of this episode, you'll have the tools to start making beautiful changes. Let's jump in! Watch & Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Tag me with your favorite quote on: TIKTOK ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠ INSTAGRAM ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ GET THE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SHOW NOTES⁠⁠ Thanks for listening!

Do you find yourself stuck in the past? Carrying all the same old baggage around and think its sabotaging your relationships? Trapped in the same old relationship or having the same argument on repeat and no idea how to make it stop? Did you ever get the repeat button stuck on your CD player? Oop! I'm really telling my age here! IYKYK!! You don't have to stay stuck in the past or living out the same old thing like groundhogs day.  You can rewrite your story and I'm showing you how to level up from here! Watch & Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Tag me with your favorite quote on: TIKTOK ⁠HERE⁠ INSTAGRAM ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ GET THE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SHOW NOTES⁠ Thanks for listening!

I've been screaming at the roof tops why self-love is so important. I know it sometimes gets a bad wrap because there's this notion that if you love yourself that must mean you're selfish. Well, in this episode I'm telling you why I need you to be a little more selfish!   Self-love is not selfish; it's necessary.   We're talking:   ·  How the pre-safety talk on airplanes to put your mask on first should be applied in everyday life. ·  Why being your own hero and in charge of your own happiness is your job ·  The ripple effect of your self-love and how your relationships mirror it back to you.   Let's prioritize YOU and allow that to set the standard for all of your other relationships!   If you love this episode, share it with some friends! Don't forget to like and subscribe to this podcast and our YouTube channel for more inspiring content. Let's encourage over our self-love because together we can Encourage Over Everything! Watch & Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Tag me with your favorite quote on: TIKTOK HERE INSTAGRAM ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ GET THE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SHOW NOTES Thanks for listening!

Conflict in relationships is inevitable, but how you handle it can be the difference between growing apart or coming closer together. In this episode, we dive deep into a transformative 5-step process that helps you and your partner lay down your weapons and remember that you're on the same team. First, we'll guide you to calm down and release those intense emotions by journaling about the issue—getting clear on your feelings is the first step toward resolution. Then, we'll explore how to talk like you love them, because being mad or hurt doesn't give you the right to inflict pain—this is where growth and maturity come into play. Next, we'll show you the power of granting grace and getting curious, by asking questions that foster understanding rather than blame. We'll also help you get clear on what you would like to see next time by expressing your desires openly and thoughtfully. Finally, we'll walk you through how to state your claim and come to a mutual agreement on how to handle similar situations in the future, ensuring that both of you are aligned and ready to move forward together. Whether you're in the midst of conflict or simply want to be better prepared for when challenges arise, this episode is packed with practical advice and actionable steps to strengthen your bond. Tune in, and if you find this episode helpful, don't forget to leave a review—it helps us reach more people looking to improve their relationships and create deeper connections. Watch & Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠! Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thanks for listening! GET THE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SHOW NOTES

In this episode of The Encourage Over Everything Show, we dive deep into the art of handling complaints in relationships. Complaints can often feel like a barrier, but when approached correctly, they can transform conflict into a deeper connection. Join your host, Letitia Hopkins, a Certified High Performance Coach specializing in life, love, and relationships, as she shares powerful strategies and insights on how to effectively work through complaints.   We're talking how to: Understand the underlying needs behind complaints. Communicate with clarity and de-escalated emotions. Turn complaints into opportunities for growth and intimacy. Strengthen your relationships by fostering open and honest dialogue.   Whether you're single, dating, or in a committed relationship, these actionable tips will help you navigate complaints with confidence and grace. This is packed with simple healthy relationship tips to improve communication in relationships while turning conflict into connection. Tune in to learn how to transform your love life and build healthier, happier relationships.   Watch & Subscribe on ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠! Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM ⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thanks for listening! GET THE ⁠⁠⁠SHOW NOTES

If you find yourself always complaining to your partner about your partner, you are just asking for them not to hear a word you say.  Nothing turns your partner off and tunes you out faster than a bunch of compliments.  You might be coming from a good place, but if you want to build up your communication and not tear it down, there is another way!  To complain is to remain! Learn how many compliments you need for every complaint and get great journal prompts to start generating compliments. Start building a bridge in your communication in relationships today.  Watch & Subscribe on ⁠YouTube⁠! Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠ Thanks for listening! GET THE ⁠⁠SHOW NOTES⁠

Love sometimes gets a hard wrap because it can be hard to find and even when it is found, it can be hard to maintain.  Whenever there are struggles with love, it becomes the block that prevents you from seeing it or feeling its presence.  As soon as the one person you want love from doesn't love you the way you need or want, it's as if love disappears. Thats just not true. You are love. Love is surrounding you if only you're willing to see it, touch it and feel it. I'm giving 3 ways to tap into the fullness of love. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠ Thanks for listening! GET THE ⁠SHOW NOTES

I'm answering this question here for everyone. How do I know if my relationship is worth saving? It's such a loaded question! You may be questioning if you're making the right decision and even exhausted from everything that's happened that led you here. Let's explore this together and help you connect to your truth. This is journal worthy so have it ready to reflect and get closer to what's best for you, your partner and your relationship.

You know they ain't no good for you but you're having a hard time letting go. Why can't I let em' go? Even when you know better it's easier said than done. Are you addicted to the toxic? Is it a habit? Have you convinced yourself you always pick the wrong type? You don't have to give into that narrative. What if I told you this opportunity isn't about why you keep choosing them, but your chance to really choose you! I'm giving you the practical steps to letting go so that you can actually love you more! Let go to let in! Go to the next level with your self-love and self esteem. Naturally letting go seems so hard because it feels like a loss, but there is so much more to be gained. Letting go just got easier by focusing in on all you'll let in instead. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

I got this question and I wanted to answer it here so we can go deep with it! This will be a 3 part series on Letting Go. Whether you are fresh out of a relationship, can't seem to move on past an old one or somewhere on this spectrum this is for you. Letting go can be really hard to do, but when you realize letting go is also about the new things you are willing to let in, you can shift your perspective and move towards the beauty of all you desire. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

Friend, I've seen it too many times. You think you set the bar too high and now you've lowered your standards. Here's where history repeats itself and you end up with homie don't you know me meanwhile you and everyone can't figure out what you see in him. This isn't about having high standards or setting the bar too high. This is about being a match for what you deserve to have. It's time to to let self-love set the bar because honey - YOU ARE THE F-ING BAR‼️ Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

We have all found ourselves there at one time or another. Life happens and makes you pause and you realize you've forgotten about you. Maybe you were so busy up in mom life you forgot to look up. Maybe you were so caught up or focused on trying to find love or make a relationship work that you forgot to connect back to you. Perhaps you're looking around and things have changed so much you just don't know who you are anymore. This space of feeling lost is actually a good place to be! It means you are open to learning more about you and who you've come to be. I'm giving you 3 steps to do when you've forgotten about you. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

It gets hard out there in them dating streets and you need an after date pick me up! Past dates have you discouraged? Are you carrying around all the past baggage of failed relationships? It's probably something you're doing that you don't even realize you're doing. When you've had a string of bad dates it's hard to show up and be awesome when you have those looming thoughts this is about to be another one. Trust me, that's not what DJ Khalid had in mind when he said Another One. It's time to get you into a better place before the next date. Let's unpack that baggage and go from dating discouraged to dating encouraged! We're bringing back the delight in dating! Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

Love can become a ticking time bomb you are just waiting to explode. When you are 35 and older it's easy to be worried about finding love or getting married and it grows even louder if you want to have children or more children. When times a ticking it can have you feeling like you're running out of time. Time is elusive, so don't let it punk you into believing you're running out of it. We're getting into a new relationship with time and not letting the fear of it running out force you into a bad relationship. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

Oh no he didn't! He didn't call, text and worse flat out disappeared! Who was I dating David Copperfield or better yet David Blane?? No because their magic is way better than this! I know it sucks to be ghosted but what if I told you he did you a favor when he ghosted you? Before you go thinking this girl has truly lost it this time (I can neither confirm nor deny by the way), I mean it when I say ghosting is a gift! I'm going to take it a step further and tell you 3 ways to get grateful for ghosting. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

Who have you been choosing? I will never forget being at a crossroads in life and looking around wondering who have I been choosing? It most certainly wasn't me! This is a kind reminder to choose you! Pay attention to how this makes you feel in your body. Does even the thought of it feel uncomfortable? Do you doubt there's enough reason to do it? Does it feel hard, scary or even impossible? These are all signs YOU MUST CHOOSE YOU! Listen and I'll give you even more reasons why. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

You really want a relationship that leads to marriage yet, somehow you keep finding yourself with the ones who end up on the fence. So, why are you still entertaining that? You know you really want someone who treats you like a queen, yet you're with someone who does that for the most part, but also really puts you down in other ways. Does the good really outweigh the bad? Will he really change? My real question is why are you excepting anything less than what you want and know you deserve? Stop Settling Sis! It's time for a real heart to heart. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

You've been looking for love, but are you ready for love? When love shows up, what is it walking into? Ooooooh, I asked a client this and let me tell you the conversation got deep! What is love walking into? You've got the list of everything you want in a partner, but are they getting the same when they step into your world? This isn't about being perfect or completely healed; perfection is not what it has to be and I'm not talking about the obvious list of demands. This is about being prepared for what you asked for and dating and relationships are preparing you for just that! So, enter love's bootcamp as you prepare yourself for a healthy relationship. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

My love story is as not your typical fairytale we were told. I've yet to see a fairytale with a twenty something divorced single mom with a baby on each hip. Needless to say I was just as surprised as you when I looked around and found myself there. Luckily that wasn't the end of my story nor is it yours. Looking at my dating stats - I needed some work!! When I realized where my work was and actually did it is when everything changed. You see there is one common denominator in all your relationships - you! I'm sharing where the fairytale actually begins and how to position yourself to live out the fairytale of your dreams. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

We all hit some unfavorable circumstances at some point in time of our lives. That heartbreak, loss of job, divorce or failed relationships or even along the way to getting to wherever it is you're trying to go. Those dreams can seem like they're only meant to remain a dream. That same story you're telling yourself about why you can't make it or haven't made it will someday be your success story. I'm pouring into you today! Be inspired and be encouraged! Know for a fact that whatever it is that seems to be stopping you will become your greatest success story! Let's get into it! Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

Building strong, loving relationships is wanted by many, but do you have a solid foundation already built to welcome in and maintain your relationships? No, this isn't another talk about being perfect in order to find or have the perfect relationship. The key to the relationships you seek starts from the relationship you have with you. Let's face it, you bring you with you everywhere you go and while the laundry list of what everybody else has to do is long, have you taken a few to look at you? Today I'm helping you take your power back and make sure you have a solid foundation of self-love to build on. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

Underneath the broken pieces is a wholeness about you. Heartbreak can leave you feeling as if the broken pieces will never be mended. When in fact those very pieces have been broken for you to more easily pick them up to get to the whole of you. When you carry the weight of burdens, disappointments and hurts of the past, it's hard to get from underneath them. By taking out what no longer serves you internally piece by piece, you can finally get to the root of the best of you. Let your broken piece lead you to the whole of you and I'm sharing how. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

Surface level dating is no fun and neither are surface level relationships. Miss me on the how about the weather conversations, we all crave more deep and meaningful relationships. It's hard to have those when you're showing up as your representative. You know the one that's repping for you so you don't get hurt or you gage if the other person is worth getting to know the real you. They show up on your behalf at work, on dates, but those in depth relationships you crave won't evolve when your representative shows up. Being authentic often means being vulnerable. So, how do you navigate this vulnerability in the dating world? Honestly this even expands past the dating world. Let's explore some techniques to help you feel more comfortable showing your true self. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

It doesn't matter if you're looking for love or in a relationship, you deserve love. The question is: are you giving yourself the love you deserve. It's hard to get love from anyone else when you aren't giving it to yourself. This can often leave you feeling powerless, unappreciated and unwanted. You can't sit around in that kind of energy of lack and expect to cultivate love. So, I'm sharing how to step into your own power and have the love you deserve now. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

“You never get it done” - I've heard Abraham Hicks say this over and over again. And I can instantly hear my granny saying “what are you in such a rush for?” The pace of the world will have you feeling all kinds of behind, but what if you give yourself grace for your pace and enjoyed being all up in this place? As someone who spent so much time focusing on the outcome and feeling like the end was getting further and further from me, instead of feeling like I'm in a race against well everyone! I'm sharing the shift that has given me so much peace along the journey. Join me, I love it here! Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

Has anyone ever said to you “don't get your hopes up?” To an encourager, that is some cringe worthy advice. So you mean to tell me you want me keep my hopes down? Sorry, not sorry because I want the alternative. While they may not be in a position to encourage you, don't stop there. When life has smacked you around, it's easy to get discouraged. I'm talking to the hopeful heart and getting your hopes up again. Amazing things are coming to you, but only if you believe they are. I'm sharing some of my favorite ways to revive hope and start expecting miracles and all the wonderful things in store for you. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

I cannot tell you how many times I e fallen in love with love. I used to go out on dates and be so focused on the checklist and making sure he had met all my criteria only later to wind up wondering who dis fool was in front of me?? Have you ever been there? Well we're going to explore the illusion of love. In the beginning everybody seems compatible! But, over time as you get to know them and the rose colored lenses are taken off, you see the truth of who they are which don't line up with what you want. I don't want you to fall in love with the idea of a person; I want you to fall in love with the right person for you. By the end of this episode you'll have an understanding of the illusion and also the signs to know if you're falling in love with your desires or the reality of who they are. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

In the quest for love and connection it's so easy to focus on what they bring. That checklist mentality of what do they bring to the table will only get you so far. To have deeper, more meaningful connections you have to be willing to go deeper towards something way more profound: what a potential partner brings out in you. Do they bring out the best or worst in you? We going deep and I'm giving the goods! Let's dive into 3 ways to determine if they bring out the best in you. Let's make the shift! Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

There comes a time in dating life when you've had it and you feel like you're done with terrible dates that lead to nowhere. Believe it or not this is a great place to be! It means you're ready to get to the real-real and finally get over why you keep getting the bottom of the dating barrel. I'm giving the behind-the-scenes on the shift that changed my dating life forever! Yes, you peeped the title of this episode and know it was when I shifted my focus from Mr. right to ME! All the details are inside! Listen now! Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

Cher once asked: do you believe in love after love? Which makes me wonder what's your relationship with love? Are you looking for something you believe in or does it seem like more of a mythical unicorn? I'm here to remind you of what's already here. Possibility! Let's get into a good relationship with love. Be encouraged and inspired to let love in. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

Who says your love story can't be as magical as the ones in fairy tales? Well, with a sprinkle of self-love and a dash of sparkle, you're on your way to scripting your own swoon-worthy romance. If your story has been riddled with bad dating experiences and revolving doors of nope, that ain't it either. It can leave you feeling like the love story is only in the books. Such self-doubt can manifest as a reluctance to pursue new relationships or a tendency to settle for less than one deserves, driven by the belief that true happiness may not be attainable. This cycle of negativity feeds into a self-fulfilling prophecy where opportunities for genuine connection and joy are overlooked or sabotaged by lingering insecurities and fears. Recognizing the influence of an unhappy past on your present is the first step towards healing and rewriting your love story. Let's break free from the chains of past unhappiness and step into a love experience that is not only positive but transformative, opening up a world where love is not just a possibility but a reality. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

Love, an emotion as old as time, often finds itself tangled in the complex webs of our beliefs and experiences. You may or may not even be aware of what you believe and how it's the total opposite of what you want. If you've ever felt disheartened or lost faith in love, you're not alone. But here's the good news: it's never too late to reshape your perspective and embrace love with a renewed vigor and understanding. In this episode, we'll explore how to loose those limiting beliefs, level up your mindset, and believe better in love. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://stan.store/EncourageOverEverything/p/the-encourage-over-everything-show

Whether you're looking for love or already in it, don't we all want to know the secret to love? HECK YEAH!!

If you've been putting off your dreams waiting for the right time, things to calm down or get better, these few minutes of fire will get you pumped up and excited to start now! Not just now but right now! You don't need a new year, new month or even a new day to get started. All you even need is the decision and get moving to ready set take off! No more waiting for a spark of excitement to set goals. You can generate that same kinda energy whenever you want! Resolutions fizzle out because we don't stay connected to them. The excitement is gone just as quickly as it came. I don't know about you but I can't sit back letting time pass me by and face another new year no more ahead than I was before. You can hit the reset button whenever you want! Ready, set, reset! Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://chpc.encourageovereverything.com/blog/179 Listen to the original full episodes! https://chpc.encourageovereverything.com/blog/37 https://chpc.encourageovereverything.com/blog/69

This is an Encore of episode 95: The REMIX of EP40 and EP77 serving some encouragement over your fear! Enjoy this mashup and don't forget to check out the original episodes! Fear has a way of increasing doubt in others and unfortunately even in ourselves. Fear can keep you playing small and more concerned about who will judge you instead of who you will justify. You could be the example someone is looking for to justify them going after their dreams, but because you're caught up in what you think other people are thinking of you, you miss opportunities to shine your light. Fear can cause you to minimize yourself. Woo! Let that sink in. Not willing to accept or express your true self for fear of the ramifications of living your truth. In the classic sense of fear, we see it as a barrier, something hindering you from growing, achieving or living in a way that is true for you. Rarely is fear seen as something that is used as a tool to help you and works in your favor. Now more than ever, let's Encourage Over Your Fear! Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://chpc.encourageovereverything.com/blog/178 Listen to the original full episodes! https://chpc.encourageovereverything.com/blog/40 https://chpc.encourageovereverything.com/blog/77

Here's an Encore of episode 6!! I have a t-shirt that says “Fear is nothing more than a state of mind”. I wish I was wearing it the day I decided to jump into the ocean where it was about 100 feet deep! Find out how a friend and kind stranger encouraged me to conquer my fear! I wish I had that stroke of bravery while we were only 30 feet deep, but I'm extra like that!

This is an Encore of episode 99: The REMIX of EP20 and EP48 serving up some real talk about self care! Enjoy this mashup and don't forget to check out the original episodes! I'm talking to anyone who is a parent, caregiver, clerk or anyone who is serving others. When you're wearing all the hats, expected to have all the answers with solutions on tap, you're expected to fill every need that arises. While you're busy being everyone's everything: from all things adulting, ultimate caregiver, counselor, mediator, chauffeur all the way up to but not limited to personal assistant, where is your self care? Are you even on your own list? Self care isn't selfish, at this point it's mandatory if you plan on having the strength and ability to be at your best for yourself and all those you serve. Join me as we make self care the norm. I'm sharing with you my must haves in how I make self care a part of my daily routine. You deserve the same level of care you give. You are worthy of being a priority on your own list. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://chpc.encourageovereverything.com/blog/176 Listen to the original full episodes! https://chpc.encourageovereverything.com/blog/dailyselfcare https://chpc.encourageovereverything.com/blog/48

YASSSSSSSS for the Encore! Bringing back EP26! We're talking about time because its all or nothing and everything in between especially when you're working on something you love and you know what you're putting into it and then you start thinking ‘by this time I'd be further along'. Tony Robbins tells us “most people overestimate what they can accomplish in a year and underestimate what they can achieve in a decade.” That's why we're getting into the 5 reasons why it's ok if it takes longer. Tag me on Instagram (@encourageovereverything) with your favorite quote and don't forget to rate and subscribe! Thanks for listening! ENCOURAGE OVER EVERYTHING INSTAGRAM: https://Instagram.com/encourageovereverything/ SHOW NOTES: https://chpc.encourageovereverything.com/blog/175 Original Episode: https://chpc.encourageovereverything.com/blog/time