Podcasts about Attachment

What if trauma isn't just about what happened to you—but what your body learned about safety in relationships? If you've ever wondered why it's hard to feel safe in relationships… this episode will help you understand why—and where healing begins. You'll learn: The 3 ways trauma reshapes your sense of safety The deeper story behind patterns of anxiety, shutdown, or people-pleasing The patterns your nervous system uses to protect you (without you realizing it) The hidden ways trauma can impact your relationship with God 4 shifts that begin to restore safety At its core, trauma isn't just about what happened to you. It's about what your body learned in relationships—especially when safety was broken. Whether those wounds began early in life or emerged later through betrayal, loss, or disappointment, your nervous system adapts in ways that are meant to protect you. This conversation offers a compassionate, faith-rooted path forward—helping you understand how your soul and body respond to broken trust, and how safety can be restored over time. More Resources: Connect with @dralisoncook on Instagram Want to go deeper? Join 80,000+ soul menders in our email community and receive weekly reflections and gentle practices here.  If you liked this episode, then you'll love: Episode 179: Building Wise Trust - How to Protect Your Heart Without Closing It Off Episode 188: The Healing Power of Safe People (Not Just Safe Spaces) Episode 191: The 5 Most Important Things I've Learned About Faith, Attachment, & The Inner Life

"I love you… now go away." That's the kind of chaos disorganized attachment creates. It's not drama or manipulation. It's deep inner turmoil that makes love feel dangerous and safety hard to trust. In this episode, Dr. Greg explores how childhood wounds shape these push-pull patterns, why closeness can feel threatening even when love is real, and how disorganized attachment helps make sense of borderline personality patterns. Key Topics: Why someone can put you on a pedestal one day and tear you down the next How childhood wounds create push-pull patterns that feel impossible to escape Why closeness can feel like a threat, even when love is real How disorganized attachment helps explain borderline personality patterns Why these patterns are rooted in inner turmoil, not simple manipulation How healing begins by making sense of the chaos instead of being swallowed by it Learn More: Need help? Schedule a free CatholicPsych consultation Previous episode on attachment theory:  Ep. #63: Attachment Theory: What It Is, What It Isn't, and How It Affects Your Relationships Previous episode in this series on the Borderline Defense Patterns: Ep. #269: BORDERLINE: The Push-Pull Between a Fear of Abandonment and Annihilation Start of the Being Human series on the Dependent Defense Patterns: Ep. #265: Jerry Maguire, Gollum, and the Fear of Not Existing Start of the Being Human series on the Narcissistic Defense Patterns: Ep. #261: Narcissism and the Terror of Being Ordinary Stop Walking on Eggshells – A guide for navigating relationships affected by borderline personality patterns Want to help? Learn more about our Certification in Professional Accompaniment Follow Us on Socials:   Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter (X) | LinkedIn  

In this episode, Helen and Sarah borrow brilliance from the psychology of attachment styles and explore what this concept can teach us about working relationships. Sparked by a Harvard Business Review article on managing insecure leaders, they unpack the four main attachment styles and what they might look like in the workplace: secure, anxious, avoidant-dismissive, and fearful-avoidant.If you've ever wondered why certain working relationships feel easy while others feel surprisingly tricky, this episode will give you a useful lens for understanding behaviour and adapting in ways that help you work better together. Episode 543

Today, I'm joined by Dr. Aimie Apigian, an innovative leader in the biology of trauma, whose work bridges the worlds of science, medicine, and lived experience. In our conversation, Dr. Apigian opens up about her journey from conventional medicine—where symptom management was the norm—to uncovering the physiological roots of trauma and the crucial role our nervous system plays in resilience and healing. She shares how her own health struggles, her work with adopted children, and a relentless curiosity led her to re-examine everything she thought she knew about stress, autoimmunity, and capacity. The 7-Day Somatic Healing for Stored Emotions - https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/a/2148170319/wdrhGYaY 21-Day Journey, a daily live session program that helps participants understand how much trauma their body may be holding - https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/a/2147704575/wdrhGYaY Episode Timestamps: Introduction, host's mission, and episode theme ... 00:00:00 Science behind trauma, limits of traditional medicine, and autoimmune experiences ... 00:06:11 Attachment, symptom management, functional medicine, and healing journey ... 00:08:17 Mold exposure, state triggers, brain inflammation, and capacity blocks ... 00:14:22 Medical gaslighting, trauma validation, and biological capacity ... 00:18:25 Safety, resilience, and chronic survival state effects ... 00:19:32 Misconceptions about chronic stress—emergency brake and vagus nerve ... 00:22:27 Attachment patterns, autoimmunity, and shrinking world ... 00:28:47 Chronic survival loop, exhaustion, coping strategies, and shutdown ... 00:31:11 Moving to repair: phases of healing and gentle approaches ... 00:34:08 Somatic practices, art therapy, and different expressions of trauma ... 00:39:01 Shifts in sleep, digestion, anxiety, and felt safety ... 00:42:06 Tracking nervous system state: strategies and awareness ... 00:46:41 Therapy limitations: biology and somatic integration ... 00:48:42 Retraining vs. managing symptoms, stabilization, and healing ... 00:54:53 Capacity, resilience, lessons from centenarians, and longevity ... 01:00:06 Trauma's impact on mitochondria, telomeres, and generational health ... 01:06:27 Gut microbiome and trauma: two-way connection ... 01:08:03   Our Amazing Sponsors: Manukora Honey - rich, creamy Manuka honey packed with powerful bioactives, all in just one heaped teaspoon a day. Go to MANUKORA.com/NAT to save up to 31% plus $25 in free gifts with the Starter Kit.   Mitopure Longevity Gummies by Timeline — Clinically backed Urolithin A supports mitochondrial health to boost energy, recovery, and healthy aging, all in an easy daily gummy instead of another pill; go to timeline.com/nat20 for 20% off Mitopure Gummies.   Ozlo - use smart sound engineering and sleep detection to help you stay in deeper, more stable sleep all night. Create your ideal sleep environment anywhere: go to ozlosleep.com/nat and use code NAT to get $75 off.   Nat's Links:  YouTube Channel Join My Membership Community Sign up for My Newsletter  Instagram  Dr. Bill Lawrence Episode

Oh, you're curious about or into BDSM?You have a mental disorderYou must be unhappyYou had a traumatic childhoodYou're dominant? All that means is you cannot take no for an answer. Oh, I'm sorry, you're actually submissive? Well, that is just kink slang for someone who cannot make decisions.There are so many myths and misconceptions when it comes to mental health and BDSM, D/S, and kink. These often hurtful fallacies do more than just sting in the moment; they can causesomeone to not embrace a core part of who they are. Plus, they are so common that it is easy to come to believe there must be truths attached to them.This episode dissects the myths using peer-reviewed research, and I promise it is not a boring psych lecture.Find out what the research actually tells us!Please note: While this covers some of the common misconceptions about mental health and BDSM, this is by no means a complete list. The research reflects patterns across populations, not a universal experience. Individual journeys vary, and that is worth acknowledging.Sources:Wismeijer, A.A. and Van Assen, M.A. "PsychologicalCharacteristics of BDSM Practitioners." Journal of Sexual Medicine (2013) 10:1943Lecuona, O., Martínez-Barajas, O., Gimeno-Martín, A., et al."Not Twisted, Just Kinky: Replication and Structural Invariance of Attachment, Personality, and Well-Being Among BDSM Practitioners." Journal of Sexual Medicine (2025) 72(6):1079-1108Sagarin, B.J., Cutler, B., Cutler, N., et al. "HormonalChanges and Couple Bonding in Consensual Sadomasochistic Activity." Archives of Sexual Behavior (2009) 38:186-200Brown, A., Barker, E.D., Rahman, Q. "A SystematicScoping Review of the Prevalence, Etiological, Psychological, and Interpersonal Factors Associated with BDSM." Journal of Sex Research (2020) 57(6):781-811Holvoet, L., Huys, W., Coppens, V., Seeuws, J., Goethals,K., and Morrens, M. "Fifty Shades of Belgian Gray: The Prevalence of BDSM-Related Fantasies and Activities in the General Population." Journal of Sexual Medicine (2017) 14:1152-1159Pliskin, A.E. "Social and Emotional Intelligence (SEI)in BDSM." Journal of Positive Sexuality (2018) 4(2):48-55Jansen, K.L., Fried, A.L., and Chamberlain, J. "An Examination of Empathy and Interpersonal Dominance in BDSM Practitioners."Journal of Sexual Medicine (2021) 18(3):549-555

Send a textDivorce decisions are rarely made in a calm, rational bubble. When fear hits, money can turn into leverage, conflict can become a reflex, and old power dynamics can keep running the show even after you decide the marriage is over. We sit down with negotiation professor and mediation coach Merideth Thompson, Ph.D. to unpack the real drivers behind “bad deals” in divorce and how to protect yourself before the process protects you.We dig into how finances get weaponized through control, hidden information, and pressure tactics, and why that uncertainty makes people more likely to settle out of panic. We also talk about the “conflict lens” and how constant fighting doesn't just raise attorney fees, it drains assets, delays closure, and creates instability that kids feel first. Meredith brings negotiation and relationship science into plain language, helping us shift from rigid demands to underlying interests like security, workable co-parenting, and a future you can actually live with.Then we get practical about divorce mediation and negotiation preparation: writing down goals, naming non-negotiables, and rank-ordering priorities so you know where to fight hard and where to trade. Meredith explains the research behind aspiration points and why your target matters, plus the role of creativity under high stakes, including a memorable “peace and freedom account” strategy that reduces emotional friction while you rebuild your life.If you found this helpful, subscribe to Modern Family Matters, share this with someone navigating divorce or separation, and leave a review so more families can find real guidance. What part of divorce decision-making feels hardest to you right now?If you would like to speak with one of our attorneys, please call our office at (503) 227-0200, or visit our website at https://www.pacificcascadelegal.com.To learn more about how Merideth can help you, you can view her website at: https://merideththompson.com/Disclaimer: Nothing in this communication is intended to provide legal advice nor does it constitute a client-attorney relationship, therefore you should not interpret the contents as such.

Dr. Matthew Hedelius, an expert in treating sexual addiction, discusses the complex mechanisms behind this condition, breaking down misconceptions about its root causes and introducing listeners to thoughtful solutions and treatment options. This episode explores the profound impacts of early attachment ruptures on adult sexual behaviors, emphasizing the importance of understanding and healing these deep-seated issues to foster real recovery.Drawing from over two decades of experience, Dr. Hedelius shares insights into how mindfulness practices, experiential therapies, and commitment to long-term healing strategies can revolutionize recovery. He outlines how his program at Paradise Creek Recovery Center supports clients in rebuilding their lives, focusing on mind, body, and spirit for holistic health. From the significance of secure attachments formed in childhood to the efficacy of ongoing therapy and support networks, this episode offers critical knowledge for anyone impacted by or interested in the field of addictive behaviors.Timestamp Summary0:02 Exploring Sexual Addiction and Recovery with Dr. Matthew Hedelius2:59 Attachment Ruptures and Problematic Sexual Behavior12:43 Understanding Sexual Addiction and Its Impact on Lives18:11 Mindfulness and Experiential Therapy for Long-Term Recovery22:03 Paradise Creek Recovery Center's Comprehensive Addiction Treatment Program33:09 Healing Childhood Wounds and Building Healthy ConnectionsResources:Paradise Creek Recovery Center Website: paradisecreekrecovery.comPhone: 1-855-442-1912Dr. Matthew Hedelius on InstagramSponsors of this episode NOCD Therapy If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/transform Spark Energy + FocusIf you are ready to add spark to your life. Spark Energy + Focus is offering 30% off and free shipping. Go to drinkspark.com and use code TRANSFORM at checkout AirDoctor ProHead to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code "transform" to get UP TO $300 off today! AirDoctor comes with a 30-day money back guarantee, plus a 3-year warranty—an $84 value, free! See this video on The Transform Your Mind YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@MyhelpsUs/videosTo see a transcripts of this audio as well as links to all the advertisers on the show page https://myhelps.us/Follow Transform Your Mind on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/myrnamyoung/Follow Transform Your mind on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063738390977Please leave a rating and review on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/transform-your-mind/id1144973094 https://podcast.feedspot.com/personal_development_podcasts/ For sponsored Brand interviews and sponsorship inquires please visit Partner With The Transform Your Mind Podcast | Myrna Young Life Coach

What have you been doing with your pain? This question puts you quickly on the slippery slope that eventually leads to the peace that surpasses understanding. But before you dive in... Are you ready to face the pain? The suffering? What doesn't die can't produce fruit...think of the grain of wheat in the John's Gospel. Incredible peace and purpose is on the other side of doing this deep work for men, and Jake gives us the first few questions men need to be asking themselves to take us there. In this episode: 0:00 Intro 3:01 What have you been doing with your pain? 7:02 Wounds 14:00 First steps to heal 22:00 Preventative medicine 29:11 The 3 most common lies men believe 33:17 Slowing down, or defeat? 40:56 Attachment is the highest form of suffering 51:26 What business looks like when you're healing your soul 1:01:03 Identity in productivity 1:07:00 Success stories Resources: Jake on IG: https://www.instagram.com/iamjakekauffman/ Let Love In by Jake Kauffman: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1J3FDPX/ ---

If you have listened to a lot of my podcasts, you know I like to talk about sleep. It's one of the biggest topics for parents today. And part of why we have to talk about it is because those of us is WEIRD countries - Western, educated, industrialized, rich, and democratic countries - get a very specific sleep message when we have our kids and that message is: Do NOT sleep with your children or you risk killing them. I think every new parent has heard the fear-based messaging that tells us there is nothing we can do except avoid it. And if we don't? Well, then there's something wrong with us as parents, right? What if the problem isn't us, but instead lies with the messaging we're getting? Joining me today is one of my favourite people - Carly Grubb. Carly is a PhD student at the University of the Sunshine Coast and is the lead author of the research we'll be discussing, which looks at the safe sleep messages parents receive, how helpful these messages are, and what parents are actually looking for. She also comes to this research table from a place of advocacy. As the founder of the Beyond Sleep Training Project and Little Sparklers, Carly has heard from thousands of families around the world how hard navigating new parenting and sleep can be. Welcome back to the podcast as we dive into the touchy topic of abstinence-only sleep education. Here are the following links for anyone who is interested: Research Article - https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/public-health/articles/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1629678/pdf The Beyond Sleep Training Project - https://thebeyondsleeptrainingproject.com/ Little Sparklers - https://littlesparklers.org/ Carly Grubb's Research Page - https://research.usc.edu.au/esploro/profile/carly_grubb Carly's Previous Episode with Me - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-3-what-are-the-sleep-struggles-facing-families-today/id1177835448?i=1000501408655

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The 2026 Bhakti Yoga Conference is a beautiful global gathering exploring the heart of Bhakti Yoga through the theme Sacred Community — Walking the Path of Love Together. Bringing together monks, scholars, yogis, musicians, and spiritual leaders from around the world, this conference offers a rich space for wisdom, reflection, and connection. Through heartfelt dialogue, spiritual teachings, and shared devotion, we explore how love, friendship, and sacred community can support us on the path. Bhakti Yoga is the yoga of love and devotion — a spiritual path that invites us into a deeper relationship with the Divine through service, compassion, and meaningful connection. Hosted in collaboration with Harvard Divinity School and the Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies, this special gathering is an invitation to come together in the spirit of devotion, learning, and community. Register free here:https://www.happyjackyoga.com/bhakti-yoga-conference

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This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! PART TWOWhat happens when you're born into a family where ghosts are simply part of daily life?For Eric Vitale, growing up in New Jersey meant prayers, rituals, and stories of the unseen were woven into the fabric of his childhood. In his traditional Italian household, the supernatural wasn't dismissed—it was acknowledged. But what began as an awareness of spirits soon turned into something far darker.Eric recounts the disturbing force that seemed to attach itself to him at a young age—an entity that didn't just linger in the background, but actively engaged with his family, even befriending his little brother. As fear escalated and experiences intensified, Eric found himself drawn deeper into understanding the darker side of the paranormal.Those early encounters ultimately shaped his path, leading him into professional paranormal investigation and onto Travel Channel's Ghost Loop. Today, Eric shares the chilling moments that changed his life, the sinister forces he's confronted since, and why some attachments are far more dangerous than they first appear.#GhostLoop #ParanormalInvestigator #DarkAttachment #HauntedChildhood #Ghosts #SpiritualWarfare #DemonicForces #TheGraveTalks #Paranormal #ParanormalPodcast #RealGhostStories Love real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

 #surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Amanda's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandas.progression?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Amber's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ambereshleman?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== People love to ask surrogates one dramatic question: “How could you give up the baby?” We get why it sounds shocking from the outside, but it also skips the most important part of gestational surrogacy: we're carrying a baby for the intended parents, with a clear purpose and a clear plan for birth, legal parentage, and what comes after.We sit down with Amber and Amanda to talk honestly about attachment in surrogacy, including the part nobody prepares you for. Amanda shares how pumping breast milk, bringing milk to the NICU, and even nannying the newborn for a full month changed the emotional texture of postpartum. Amber explains the mindset many gestational carriers hold from day one, plus what it's like when closure doesn't happen the way you expected and how support can show up later in surprising ways.We also dig into the real-world moments that shape a surrogacy journey: judgment from strangers, explaining the science and the “not biologically related to me” reality, and how kids process “mom has a baby in her belly, but it's not ours.” We talk boundaries, too, including why being labeled “mom” can feel wrong even when it's meant as praise, and how intended parents and surrogates can set expectations early to protect the relationship.If you care about surrogacy education, intended parent support, and the mental health side of the postpartum experience, this conversation will give you language you can actually use. Subscribe, share with someone who still thinks surrogacy means “giving up a baby,” and leave a review telling us what question you want answered next.Send a texthttps://stopsitsurrogate.com

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE!What happens when you're born into a family where ghosts are simply part of daily life?For Eric Vitale, growing up in New Jersey meant prayers, rituals, and stories of the unseen were woven into the fabric of his childhood. In his traditional Italian household, the supernatural wasn't dismissed—it was acknowledged. But what began as an awareness of spirits soon turned into something far darker.Eric recounts the disturbing force that seemed to attach itself to him at a young age—an entity that didn't just linger in the background, but actively engaged with his family, even befriending his little brother. As fear escalated and experiences intensified, Eric found himself drawn deeper into understanding the darker side of the paranormal.Those early encounters ultimately shaped his path, leading him into professional paranormal investigation and onto Travel Channel's Ghost Loop. Today, Eric shares the chilling moments that changed his life, the sinister forces he's confronted since, and why some attachments are far more dangerous than they first appear.#GhostLoop #ParanormalInvestigator #DarkAttachment #HauntedChildhood #Ghosts #SpiritualWarfare #DemonicForces #TheGraveTalks #Paranormal #ParanormalPodcast #RealGhostStories Love real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

Dr. Nicole LePera joins Dr. Will Cole for an in-person conversation on trauma, attachment, and what it actually means to “reparent” the inner child. They explore how early experiences shape the nervous system, why stress can feel familiar, and how modern life and social media can reinforce dysregulation. Nicole breaks down ACE scores, attunement, and why trauma is less about the event and more about the body's ability to process what happened with support. They also discuss body-based healing tools, including grounding, breathwork, EMDR (and simple forms of bilateral stimulation), and why rest can feel unsafe for many people. For all links mentioned in this episode, visit www.drwillcole.com/podcast.Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:If you want to find ways to “giveback” to others and fuel your body and your brain, Mosh bars are the perfect choice for you. Head to moshlife.com/WILLCOLE to save 20% off plus FREE shipping on either the Best Sellers Trial Pack or the new Plant Based Trial Pack.Go to DRINKAG1.com/WILLCOLE to get an AG1 Flavor Sampler and a bottle ofVitamin D3+K2for FREE in yourAG1 Welcome Kit with your first AG1 subscription order!Visit eatright.org/everytable to learn more and find a nutrition and dietetics professionalProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, after a brief hiatus, we reunite to dive deep into a topic that resonates both professionally and personally: attachment. While often discussed as a phenomenon of early infancy, we explore how attachment serves as a lifelong regulatory system. We discuss the "messy" reality of applying developmental theories to real-world parenting, the challenge of maintaining a "secure base" while fostering autonomy in adolescence, and how attachment styles are fluid and capable of change.

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Are you a grandparent, foster, or adoptive parent feeling overwhelmed by the emotional rollercoaster of kinship caregiving? Do you find yourself longing for peace and clarity as you juggle legal, financial, and family traumas—sometimes sinking under the weight of tough choices, chaotic homes, and the persistent sense that you "should" be able to handle it all? You're not alone. The unseen labor of nurturing children through adversity can be isolating and exhausting, leaving you searching for hope, connection, and tools that actually work.In this episode of "Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity," master life coach Bonnie Butler joins us to share her hard-earned wisdom from raising four biological children, fostering 17, and adopting six siblings from traumatic backgrounds. Bonnie's journey from self-doubt to emotional confidence proves that thought management—and emotional hygiene—are the invisible superpowers every caregiver needs. For more information on Bonnie and her coaching work, Please visit her website.  Get Bonnie's free guide-  Finding Joy. The Well is a supportive space for foster, adoptive, and kinship parents to refill, restore, and rise together. The 2026 ATTach (Association for Training on Attachment and Trauma in Children) conference is now open for registration! Send a textYou have blessed my life with your podcast and your devotion to all of us grandparents raising grandchildren. I would be lost if I hadn't found you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart and may God bless you and you're sweet family always. - Jeanette Coffey I recently started listening to your podcast on Amazon Music. I'm addicted! You have validated so many of my feelings associated with raising young kiddos at an older age. No one in our life really gets it. Our girls are not blood related as their mom was a friend of our daughter and we wanted to get them out of a shelter. 6 years later...thank you! Thank you for tuning into today's episode. It's been a journey of shared stories, insights, and invaluable advice from the heart of a community that knows the beauty and challenges of raising grandchildren. Your presence and engagement mean the world to us and to grandparents everywhere stepping up in ways they never imagined. Remember, you're not alone on this journey. For more resources, support, and stories, visit our website and follow us on our social media channels. If today's episode moved you, consider sharing it with someone who might find comfort and connection in our shared experiences. We look forward to bringing more stories and expert advice your way next week. Until then, take care of yourselves and each other.Want to be a guest on Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity? Send Laura Brazan a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/grgLiked this episode? Share it and tag us on Facebook @GrandparentsRaisingGrandchilden Love the show? Leave a review and let us know! CONNECT WITH US: Website | Facebook

Kimberly speaks with Self-Realization Fellowship's (SRF) Sister Draupadi as they explore spiritual wisdom, the nature of fear, love, and friendship, and practical ways to live a fearless, loving, and spiritually connected life inspired by Paramahansa Yogananda's teachings.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Connection02:01 Spirituality vs. Religion05:00 Understanding Fear and Its Impact09:45 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Peace14:39 The Nature of Attachment and Love19:47 Navigating Relationships and Dependency24:37 The Role of Compassion and Understanding29:35 Cultivating Positive Qualities in Ourselves38:05 The Golden Rule and Its Importance38:35 Harnessing Willpower with Wisdom40:01 Training the Mind and Cultivating Willpower42:10 Listening to Inner Wisdom and Intuition45:07 Meditation as a Tool for Clarity51:57 Reconnecting with the Higher Self54:51 The Pursuit of Lasting Happiness01:00:32 The Role of Faith in Overcoming Challenges01:09:28 Navigating Friendships and Setting BoundariesSponsors: FATTY15 OFFER: Fatty15 is on a mission to replenish your C15 levels and restore your long-term health. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/KIMBERLY and using code KIMBERLY at checkout.USE LINK: fatty15.com/KIMBERLY LMNTOFFER: Right now, for my listeners LMNT is offering a free sample pack with any LMNT drink mix purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/FEELGOOD. That's 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT any LMNT drink mix purchase. This deal is only available through my link so. Also try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water.USE LINK: DrinkLMNT.com/FEELGOOD Sister Draupardi Resources: Books: The Spiritual Expression of Friendship by Paramahansa Yogananda. Solving the Mystery of Life by Paramahansa Yogananda. Website: yogananda.orgBio: Sister Draupadi, whose name means spiritual ardor, has been a member of the Self-Realization Fellowship (SRF) monastic community, established by Paramahansa Yogananda, for more than 40 years. Currently she serves in a variety of capacities at the society's international headquarters atop Mt. Washington in Los Angeles. In addition to her position as a secretary to SRF's president, Sri Mrinalini Mata, she handles various responsibilities for the society's sister organization in India, Yogoda Satsanga Society, and is involved in the training of nuns to lead spiritual retreats. Sister Draupadi has conducted inspirational services and led retreats at SRF meditation centers in the United States, as well as in Italy, Germany, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. She was born and raised in Fullerton, California, and studied at California State University before entering the Self-Realization Fellowship ashram in 1973.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “Why can't I just relax in this relationship?” Nothing dramatic has happened. There hasn't been an affair. No obvious betrayal. And yet you feel on edge. You double-check. You scan for signs. You wonder if something is wrong, even when everything seems fine. Trust issues in relationships do not always start with a fresh wound. Sometimes they are rooted in past hurt. Sometimes they grow out of relational trauma you thought you had already worked through. And sometimes they show up as relationship anxiety that refuses to settle down, even with a good partner. In this episode of Love, Happiness and Success, we're talking about what trust issues actually are and what they are not. We'll unpack why hypervigilance, reassurance-seeking, and worst-case thinking can quietly strain a healthy relationship, and why that reaction makes sense when you understand what your nervous system has been through. We'll also explore the difference between a real red flag and a trauma trigger, how attachment patterns shape your sense of safety, and what it truly takes to deal with trust issues in a way that builds secure connection instead of pushing love away. As you listen, gently ask yourself: Is this fear about what's happening right now, or about something that happened before? You deserve to feel secure, confident, and emotionally safe in your relationships. Learning how to deal with trust issues is not about becoming less sensitive. It is about becoming more grounded and more secure in yourself. Episode Breakdown 00:00 Why trust issues in relationships show up even when nothing is wrong 06:59 Signs of trust issues and relationship anxiety 09:18 How trust issues strain healthy relationships 21:27 Relational trauma and the roots of trust issues 33:14 Attachment styles and trust patterns 42:46 How anxiety spirals, the cereal box example 47:23 Therapy for trust issues, CBT, and couples counseling 56:36 Building secure trust from the inside out If this conversation is stirring something up for you, that makes sense. Working through trust issues and relationship anxiety takes insight, practice, and sometimes support. You can schedule a free consultation with me or a member of my team. It's a private, secure space where you can tell us what's really been happening in your relationship, what's feeling hard, and what you wish felt different. We'll help you get matched with the right counselor or coach so you can feel more grounded, more understood, and more confident in your ability to build secure, healthy love. You don't have to keep managing trust issues on your own.

In this episode, Chris, Ryan, and Kayla discuss how Biblical love and secure attachment work together. Many of us hear Jesus' command to “Love your neighbor as yourself.” But we rarely stop to ask what that actually means in our homes, or consider our children as our neighbors. Loving your neighbor isn't just about being nice; it's about wanting what is best for someone else, in the same way that you want what's best for yourself. One Big  Happy Home Web | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | Email Produced by Dallas Stacy

This week's guest is Lindsay Schiess—speaker, therapist, and professor at the University of Utah—who brings both professional expertise and deep compassion to one of the most tender experiences families face.As a therapist, Lindsay has worked with individuals on both sides of faith transitions. She offers thoughtful insight into why it feels so painful when a loved one leaves their religion—and explains how, at its core, it's often an attachment wound.In this powerful conversation, Lindsay shares practical tools to help you navigate the swirl of emotions that can surface: grief, fear, anger, confusion, and even shame. She teaches how to honor your own experience without dismissing it, so you can create enough internal safety to truly hold space for others.If you've ever felt torn between staying true to yourself and staying connected to someone you love, this episode will help you understand what's happening beneath the surface—and how real healing begins.Connect with Lindsay: InstagramLinkedinLindsayschiess.comPodcast: Therapist Question BoxConnect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

This week on the Erotic Awakening Podcast, episode 751, Dawn interviews Sir Panda on BDSM and Attachment styles …. ……plus, she shares about a new thing she did with Erotic Energy in NW Ohio, her experience of how she set up her support network at Intrigue …and the passing of her sister …. The one she talks about during some workshops ….the sister that knows 'everything' about Dawn…..or thought she did ;)    Links mentioned on the show: D/s Outreach https://dsoutreach.com/ Sir-Panda (fetlife profile) https://fetlife.com/Sir-Panda NM Leather & Kink Fair https://fetlife.com/events/2026/04/11/nm-leather-kink-fair-sat-apr-11-2026-puaxxg Primal Arts Fest https://fetlife.com/events/1911410 Twisted Tryst https://fetlife.com/events/2026/06/11/twisted-tryst-2026-imwfsv?source=events_near_me       Transcript   1:18 BDSM & Attachment Styles w/Sir Panda 7:07 Types of Attachment Styles 19:52 How to get ahold of Sir-Panda 20:52 Where to find Dawn in 2026 22:11 Sign up for the newsletter 22:53 Erotic Energy and Energy Orgasms 23:17 Root to Root 23:44 Pendulum Work w/Chakras 24:51 Cutting Cords 25:05 Intrigue and setting up a support network 27:12 The passing of my sister     Enjoy!!! Dawn     ************************************ Discounted/Free books, kink starter cards, online classes; early access to the show, and more!    https://www.patreon.com/eroticawakening   ***************************************** Fetlife - @erotic_awakening  Fetlife - @dawn_awakening Instagram - @eroticawakening Youtube - @eroticawakeningpodcast TikTok - @eapodcastdawn Newsletter - www.eroticawakening.com   Discord - https://discord.gg/WQtSM56V39 751 - #attachmenttheory #attachmentstyles #bdsmattachmentstyles #pendulumwork #chakras #eroticenergy #energyorgasms #cordcutting #bdsmevent #bdsmmovie #domcom #pillion #leather #powerexchange #polyamory #livingms #polyamorytoolkit #kinkeducation #onlineeducation #podcast #eroticawakeningpodcast #bdsm #domsub #submission #heartsandcollars   

A young practitioner in Shandong Province, China, encountered challenges with a colleague whose excessive flattery triggered her own jealousy and resentment. Through self-reflection she realized the jealousy she felt stemmed from a desire for recognition. By examining her own attachments and sending forth righteous thoughts, she overcame the jealousy and cultivated compassion. This and other experience-sharing from the Minghui website.Original Articles:1. China Fahui | Eliminating Jealousy in a Work Environment2. China Fahui | Letting Go of Human Sentiment and the Attachment to Compliments To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

Attachment: What Counsellors Need to Know – Why Check-Ins and Check-Outs Matter In Episode 368 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly guide you through three key areas of counselling practice, learning, and development. In Ethical, Sustainable Practice, Rory and Ken explore when media coverage enters the counselling room, examining how major reporting on trauma and abuse can increase client contact and shape presentations. In Practice Matters, Rory is interviewed by Sarah Henry about his latest CPD lecture on attachment, exploring why attachment theory is central to therapeutic work. And in Student Services, Rory and Ken discuss the role of check-ins and check-outs in counselling training, and why these processes matter far beyond the classroom. When Media Coverage Enters the Counselling Room [starts at 03:18 mins] In this section, Rory and Ken explore when media coverage enters the counselling room, examining how high-profile reporting of abuse and trauma can trigger an increase in client enquiries and influence therapeutic presentations. Key points discussed include: Major news stories can act as a trigger, prompting clients to seek therapy for historic trauma. The “Savile Effect” explains why disclosures often surge following widespread media attention. Therapists may notice increases in presentations such as flashbacks, shame, hyperarousal, and crisis responses. Working in a trauma-informed way prioritises safety, pacing, choice, and avoiding re-traumatisation. Having a surge plan in place helps therapists manage capacity, referrals, and ethical boundaries. Supervision is essential for managing risk, vicarious trauma, and professional decision-making during these periods. Attachment: What Counsellors Need to Know [starts at 26:54 mins] In this week's Practice Matters, Sarah Henry interviews Rory Lees-Oakes about his recent lecture on attachment theory and its relevance to counselling practice. Key points from this discussion include: Therapy itself is an attachment process, with the therapist offering stability, presence, and emotional availability. Attachment styles are patterns, not pathology, and shape how clients relate to themselves and others. The therapist can become a secure base, supporting repair and earned security within the therapeutic relationship. Boundaries, consistency, and predictability are central to creating safety in attachment work. Ruptures and repairs are inevitable and can become powerful corrective relational experiences. Attachment dynamics show up in first contact, transference, countertransference, and endings in therapy. Why Check-Ins and Check-Outs Matter [starts at 51:42 mins] In this section, Rory and Ken explore the purpose of check-ins and check-outs in counselling training and how these practices translate into professional work. Key points include: Check-ins help students transition from the outside world into a reflective learning space. They allow tutors to assess group safety, emotional readiness, and potential risk. Sharing emotional states builds empathy, cohesion, and self-awareness within the group. Check-outs support reflection, integration of learning, and emotional containment at the end of sessions. These processes mirror therapeutic practice, modelling how sessions begin and end with clients. Developing this discipline in training supports ethical, present, and grounded practice post-qualification. Links and Resources Counselling Skills Academy Advanced Certificate in Counselling Supervision Basic Counselling Skills: A Student Guide Counsellor CPD Counselling Study Resource Counselling Theory in Practice: A Student Guide Counselling Tutor Training and CPD Facebook group Website Online and Telephone Counselling: A Practitioner's Guide Online and Telephone Counselling Course

In this podcast, Bhante Sathi explores the Buddhist concept of truth, distinguishing between conventional truth, which depends on conditions and shared experiences, and absolute truth, which reflects the impermanent and non-self nature of reality. He explains how attachment to personal perspectives causes suffering and conflict, and how meditation helps us directly perceive the impermanent, conditioned nature of existence. Ultimately, understanding absolute truth allows one to live compassionately and peacefully within conventional life without being controlled by it.

Emotional availability isn't about feeling emotions loudly or perfectly — it's about presence, regulation, and the ability to hold space without shutting down or exploding. Our capacity shifts based on stress, attachment history, neurodivergence, and what's happening in our window of tolerance. Instead of hunting for the “perfectly available” partner, growth starts with understanding your own patterns and learning to show up vulnerably and clearly. Main Talking Points: Window of tolerance Capacity vs. timing Attachment patterns Vulnerable communication Boundaries & regulation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most people think their relationship problems are about the other person. They're not — they're about an 18-month-old version of you who learned the only way to survive. In this episode, psychotherapist Jessica Baum breaks down why your nervous system is still running a programme it wrote in infancy. Attachment styles — secure, anxious, avoidant, disorganised — aren't personality quirks. They're adaptive strategies your brain built when connection was a matter of survival. The anxious person who chases, the avoidant who disappears, the couple stuck in a loop they can't explain — it all traces back to the same source: early experiences that taught your body what to expect from closeness. Understanding that isn't just interesting. It's the beginning of actually changing it. Your attachment style isn't fixed — it shifts depending on who you're with Co-regulation isn't neediness — it's how the nervous system was designed to heal The goal isn't independence. It's interdependence — being whole and connected If your relationships keep following the same painful script, this episode is where you start rewriting it. SPONSORS

Most people have been sold a version of marriage that's either a power grab or a slow sacrifice into nothing. This conversation dismantles both. Adam Lane Smith sits down with Jonathan Pageau, symbolic artist, Orthodox Christian thinker, and author, to go deep on what Biblical marriage actually asks of a man, what it gives a woman, and why the model most people are running has nothing to do with Christianity. What you'll learn in this conversation: → Why hierarchy in a Christian marriage looks nothing like the Roman model most people are reacting against → What it actually means for a husband to "die to self" and why it's not what you think → The covenant framework God uses with Israel and what it reveals about secure attachment in marriage → How oxytocin, the nervous system, and masculine sacrifice are biologically connected → Why women become contemptuous of men who collapse into the home and what a wife actually needs → The undervalued power of the feminine private sphere and why dismissing it is destroying families → What repair looks like inside a covenant and why so many Christians don't believe it's available to them → How the seasons of a woman's life create a different kind of contribution than a man's and why that's worth honoring If you've been told that submission means suffering, or that self-sacrifice means disappearing, this conversation will give you a language for something you've felt but couldn't name.

Why do the same arguments, triggers, and emotional cycles keep showing up in your relationship?The same push-pull dynamic.The same conflict.The same feelings of frustration… again and again.In this episode, we explore one of the most important truths about relationships that most couples never learn:Patterns don't live in the mind.They live in the nervous system.You and your partner aren't just navigating love, communication, or compatibility.You're navigating two nervous systems — each shaped by childhood experiences, past relationships, attachment patterns, and emotional memory stored in the body.And when those nervous systems are dysregulated, love alone isn't enough to break the cycle.In this episode, I'm sharing how somatic healing and nervous system awareness can help you finally understand — and transform — the patterns that keep repeating in your relationship.✨ In this episode we explore:• Why relationship patterns repeat (even when you try to talk them through)• How emotional triggers are often rooted in nervous system memory• The anxious–avoidant dynamic and why it keeps couples stuck• Why raised voices, shutdowns, or defensiveness can activate childhood wounds• The hidden nervous system roots of commitment fears• What often drives betrayal patterns and boundary violations• How somatic healing helps couples move toward secure attachment• Why awareness, regulation, and loving presence are key to transforming patterns• How working with a skilled facilitator can help you see the root of the cycleMost couples try to fix relationship patterns through logic, analysis, or communication techniques.But real transformation happens when you begin working with the nervous system, not against it.When safety returns to the body, patterns that once felt impossible to change can begin to soften — and sometimes dissolve entirely.Because beneath most recurring conflict is simply a part of you that has never been fully seen, understood, or held with compassion.And when that part is finally met with loving awareness, healing begins.

Was it love? The verdict is unagreed upon on in this reflection on a past relationship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caroline Light joins us to discuss her book, "Stand Your Ground: A History of America's Love Affair with Lethal Self-Defense." A 10th anniversary edition with a new introduction and a preface by Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz is now available from Beacon Press. "The Moment of Truth" with Jeff Dorchen follows the interview. Check out Caroline's book here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/815354/stand-your-ground-by-caroline-light/ Help keep This Is Hell! completely listener supported and access bonus episodes by subscribing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thisishell Please rate and review This Is Hell! wherever you get your podcasts. It really helps the show ascend the algorithm to reach new listeners.

When someone hurts us or repeatedly creates conflict in our lives, we often hear the same advice online: “Cut them out.”Remove them. Block them. Never speak to them again.But cutting someone out doesn't always free us.Sometimes it only means that they still live in our thoughts — still triggering anger, resentment, and pain whenever we remember them.In this talk, we explore a deeper and more peaceful alternative: letting go.Letting go doesn't mean approving of harmful behavior.It doesn't mean allowing someone to control your life.And it doesn't mean you must keep someone close who brings chaos into your world.It means releasing the struggle to change them.It means allowing people to be who they are while protecting your own peace.It means leaving the door open without letting someone control the course of your life.In this podcast, we explore:• Why trying to change people often creates more conflict• The difference between cutting someone out and truly letting go• How acceptance can sometimes inspire change more than pressure• Why the “middle path” is often wiser than anger or indifference• How to love someone — even from a distance — without losing yourselfSometimes the most powerful thing we can do is stop fighting.When we release the need to control others, we free both them and ourselves.Love can remain.Peace can return.And life can move forward.If this message resonates with you, consider sharing it with someone who may need it.Please enjoy other episodes where I share meditation techniques, tips and spiritual lessons from around the world for peaceful and stress-free living. Remember to subscribe to stay up-to-date.*****If my words have ever touched your heart or helped you through a hard moment, I'd be deeply grateful for your support in keeping this podcast alive. Support the Podcast And if you'd like to explore these ideas in greater depth, you can find all of my books here.

Dive into the new normal of longevity and the power of SuperAging with leading guides David Cravit and Larry Wolf. These pioneers—who transitioned from new product marketing and branding—share their inspiring work as authors of SuperAging: Getting Older Without Getting Old and founders of the SuperAging News platform. They break down their empowering framework: the seven pillars—Attitude, Awareness, Activity, Accomplishment, Attachment, Autonomy, and Avoidance—that will help you live a longer, more fulfilling life. Learn how a positive attitude can boost your lifespan by reducing inflammation, and discover the exciting future of AgeTech and medical breakthroughs that will reshape how we think about getting older.The information presented in Fully Alive is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before making changes to your health regimen. Guests' opinions are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast host, production team, or sponsors.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! https://www.shellpoint.org/podcast/

Why do we feel guilt throwing away toys? Why do animated stories make us believe objects feel abandoned… forgotten… betrayed? This isn't about nostalgia. It's about emotional imprinting.Listen to full discussion here: https://youtu.be/MvG_Wz0-s8Q?si=04VDF8vVupO39ou4

Send a textIn this episode, Wil Fisher sits down with Annie Schuessler-Zam, a trauma healer who uses Brainspotting and Parts Work to help people release stuck emotional pain. Annie was a licensed psychotherapist for 20 years and now works outside of the medical model. She also runs workshops for folks who are estranged from a parent and want to create their most beautiful and meaningful lives, and she's the host of Rebel Therapist, a podcast devoted to healers doing their own personal work.Together, they explore:Parts Work / IFS as an invitation to create enough inner safety for our younger “exiled” parts to come forward with their messages.Attachment wounds, tenderness, and what it's like when insecurity shows up in close relationships—and why that can actually be a sign of healing.The difference between soothing a part versus accidentally silencing it with quick “you're fine” band-aids.Disclosure + discernment: how to know what to share, why you're sharing it, and how to stay resourced when feedback isn't gentle.The myth that healers should have it all together—and why it's actually a red flag when a healer isn't doing their own work.“Healing waves”: why the work doesn't really end, but our capacity to ride it can deepen over time.Estrangement in queer communities: finding your place on the estrangement continuum with integrity and self-trust.A practical framework for boundaries: choosing the level of contact that allows you to have your best relationship with yourself and the people you love.Chosen family, grief, and the complex emotions that can arise when an estranged parent dies.Compassion and boundaries: how forgiveness and love don't require continued access or self-sacrifice.Connect with Annie:Website: https://anniezam.com/Wil's interview on Annie's podcast Rebel Therapist: https://anniezam.com/podcast/256Connect with Wil:Website: https://www.wil-fullyliving.comAwakened Hearts for Single Gay Men retreat: https://www.wil-fullyliving.com/singlesInstagram: @wilfish99Support the show

Tonight we strip W.E.I.R.D. down to the studs and drag your attachment style, America's shadow, and your idea of “mental health” into open court. White. European. Industrialized. Rich. Democratic. That matrix does not just sit in textbooks; it shows up in how you love, how you argue, how you brace, how you shut down. Many African Americans grow up inside a social nervous system that chronically misattunes to Blackness. Teachers misread behavior. Employers misjudge competence and emotion. Clinicians often misdiagnose or underrecognize racial stress. That repeated misattunement imprints itself into attachment patterns long before anyone says, “I love you.” Attachment theory proposes that we learn safety, worth, and trust through early bonds. So what develops when a person's largest relational field—the society around them—treats their people as problem, property, or propaganda? The body learns a brutal equation: connection carries risk, visibility attracts danger, softness can invite harm. You do not simply show anxious or avoidant tendencies with partners; you carry a global template that says, “No one reliably holds us.” Now bring in the social shadow. A nation that refuses to face its own violence, greed, terror, and guilt often projects those disowned qualities onto Black bodies, then claims the ugliness lives in you. That projection seeps into “neutral” metrics of mental health and “healthy relationship” scripts. Your vigilance gets framed as “paranoia.” Your rage gets pathologized as “instability.” Your numbness gets read as “coldness.” The culture avoids its sickness and calls your reaction the disorder. Over all of that, a voice reminds you: it makes little sense to treat full adjustment to a sick society as proof of health. So ask yourself: when you brag about how “unbothered” you feel, how “secure” you appear, how “mature” you sound, do you describe healing—or do you describe skilled adjustment to a racial reality that still injures you? Tonight's question cuts clean: if this society never formed a secure attachment to your full humanity, why treat your ability to function inside its distortion as reliable evidence of mental health or relational success? 

Tonight we strip W.E.I.R.D. down to the studs and drag your attachment style, America's shadow, and your idea of “mental health” into open court. White. European. Industrialized. Rich. Democratic. That matrix does not just sit in textbooks; it shows up in how you love, how you argue, how you brace, how you shut down. Many African Americans grow up inside a social nervous system that chronically misattunes to Blackness. Teachers misread behavior. Employers misjudge competence and emotion. Clinicians often misdiagnose or underrecognize racial stress. That repeated misattunement imprints itself into attachment patterns long before anyone says, “I love you.” Attachment theory proposes that we learn safety, worth, and trust through early bonds. So what develops when a person's largest relational field—the society around them—treats their people as problem, property, or propaganda? The body learns a brutal equation: connection carries risk, visibility attracts danger, softness can invite harm. You do not simply show anxious or avoidant tendencies with partners; you carry a global template that says, “No one reliably holds us.” Now bring in the social shadow. A nation that refuses to face its own violence, greed, terror, and guilt often projects those disowned qualities onto Black bodies, then claims the ugliness lives in you. That projection seeps into “neutral” metrics of mental health and “healthy relationship” scripts. Your vigilance gets framed as “paranoia.” Your rage gets pathologized as “instability.” Your numbness gets read as “coldness.” The culture avoids its sickness and calls your reaction the disorder. Over all of that, a voice reminds you: it makes little sense to treat full adjustment to a sick society as proof of health. So ask yourself: when you brag about how “unbothered” you feel, how “secure” you appear, how “mature” you sound, do you describe healing—or do you describe skilled adjustment to a racial reality that still injures you? Tonight's question cuts clean: if this society never formed a secure attachment to your full humanity, why treat your ability to function inside its distortion as reliable evidence of mental health or relational success?

These community questions explore the hard truths of dating, from reading mixed communication energy and knowing when someone is genuinely interested, to attachment patterns, anxiety in early dating, sex and pacing, and the biggest mistakes people make in relationships. We also unpack emotionally unavailable dynamics, what to do when someone isn't ready for a relationship but doesn't want to lose you, and how to move toward more secure, grounded love. This episode of Selfdom is brought to you by Bumble https://bumble.com Where Women Make the First Move  Connect with us:  Follow Selfdom on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/selfdom__ Follow Dom Elissa on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dominiquelissa Follow Margarita Nazarenko on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/margarita.nazarenko/ Shop Selfdom:  Gratitude journals + more: https://selfdom.au For partnership inquiries: hello@selfdom.info Produced by Talkback Media: info@talkbackmedia.com.au

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions around suicide.  Triggers Aren't the Problem—They're the Clue Co-host Sue Marriott and guest Lisa Firestone examine how attachment wounds, emotional dysregulation, and relational disconnection can quietly escalate into crisis. Together they explore the often-overlooked link between attachment patterns and suicidality, and why understanding your relational blueprint may be one of the most important protective factors you have. Blending research, clinical experience, and practical strategies, this episode offers tools for building emotional resilience, increasing self-awareness, and supporting others through vulnerable moments.  “It is a full-time job to cope with alien elements from both interpersonal sources and societal influences.” – Dr. Lisa Firestone Myths of Attachment Styles: What Real Science Tells Us FREE LIVE Webinar – March 12 Join Ann and Sue as they challenge oversimplified attachment frameworks popularized on social media and explore the dynamic, context-dependent nature of defensive attachment patterns.​​​​​​​ The attachment spectrum includes cultural patterns as well as unconscious scripts and strategies to update your patterns in real time – tune in to hear more! FREE with an option to purchase 1.5 CE. Click Here to Sign Up!! Time Stamps for From Crisis to Connection: Attachment as a Lifeline with Dr. Lisa Firestone (292) 05:23 Understanding suicide and self-regulation 11:09 Therapeutic approaches to suicidality 16:17 Navigating attachment styles 27:11 Understanding attachment and security 29:53 Interactive exercise on attachment 40:22 Recognizing triggers in relationships About our Guest – Dr. Lisa Firestone Lisa Firestone, PhD is a Clinical Psychologist and the Director of Research and Education at the Glendon Association and Senior Editor at PsychAlive.org. She is the author of numerous articles and book chapters and coauthor of the books Self Under Siege, Conquer Your Critical Inner Voice, and Creating a Life of Meaning and Compassion. Dr. Firestone is a national and international trainer and presenter on topics including couple relationships, attachment, suicide and violence prevention assessment and treatment Lisa has been involved in clinical training and research in the areas of suicide and violence which resulted in the development of the assessments Firestone Assessment of Self-destructive Thoughts (FAST) and (FASI) and the Firestone Assessment of Violent Thoughts (FAVT) for adults and adolescents. Lisa Firestone is a clinical psychologist in private practice and consultant on the management of high-risk clients. Resources for From Crisis to Connection: Attachment as a Lifeline with Dr. Lisa Firestone (292) Making Sense of Your Life – eCourse with Dr. Dan Siegel and Dr. Lisa Firestone (4 CEs) Challenging the Fantasy Bond – book by Dr. Robert Firestone Developing Secure Attachment  – Two-Part Online Course (2 CEs) Beyond Attachment Styles course is available NOW!   Learn how your nervous system, your mind, and your relationships work together in a fascinating dance, shaping who you are and how you connect with others. Online, Self-Paced, Asynchronous Learning with Quarterly Live Q&A’s – next one April 13, 2026! Earn 6 Continuing Education Credits – Available at Checkout As a listener of this podcast, use code BAS15 for a limited-time discount. Get your copy of Secure Relating here!! You are invited!  Join our exclusive community to get early access and discounts to things we produce, plus an ad-free, private feed. In addition, receive exclusive episodes recorded just for you. Sign up for our premium Neuronerd plan!! Click here!! Join us again in Washington, DC for the 49th Annual Psychotherapy Networker! March 19-22nd! In person and online options available. Get your discounted seat HERE!

In this episode of Hidden Wisdom, Meghan Farner unpacks one of the most mysterious visions in scripture: Jacob's Ladder (Genesis 28).Far from a story about life after death, Jacob's Ladder is revealed as a living blueprint for spiritual embodiment — the pattern of descending into matter and reascending into divine awareness while still in the flesh.Drawing connections across ancient traditions, Kabbalah, alchemy, astrology, Gnostic cosmology, Egyptian initiation, and Christian mysticism, Meghan explores:The seven (and eighth) rungs of spiritual ascentThe process of overcoming the natural manShame, pride, attachment, fear, and spiritual authorityEmotional regulation and embodied wisdomPersonal sovereignty vs. outsourcing authorityIntegration of heaven and earth within the selfMary Magdalene's ascent vision as a parallel ladderWhat it means to encounter Christ withinThis episode reframes Jacob's declaration — “This is the gate of heaven” — as an inward revelation: the temple is you.If you are studying the Old Testament, exploring esoteric Christianity, or walking the path of spiritual initiation, this episode offers a grounded yet expansive lens on the ladder that exists within your own anatomy, psychology, and soul.TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction & app announcements 04:22 Genesis 28: Jacob's vision 07:13 The ladder across ancient traditions 09:15 The law of correspondence (“as above, so below”) 10:58 Descension into matter & reascension 12:42 The cyclical, chiastic nature of the ladderThe Seven Rungs18:27 Rung 1 – From shame to purification 22:47 Rung 2 – From intellectual pride to embodied wisdom 25:55 Rung 3 – Attachment to emotional regulation 30:02 Rung 4 – Fear to courage (center of the chiasm) 34:24 Rung 5 – Aggression to clarity & truth 37:57 Rung 6 – External authority to spiritual sovereignty 39:59 Rung 7 – Integration & joy 41:51 Rung 8 – Encountering Christ44:58 Mary Magdalene's ascent vision 55:41 “The house of God is within you” 57:19 Invitation into spiritual educationResources: The Ascent Vision of Mary Magdalene Questions about Return to the Garden? Sign up for a free discovery call! Hidden Wisdom initiates truth-seekers into the Mysteries, guiding listeners toward a lived experience of the Divine that awakens and transforms faith—without dismantling family or community. Pursue your Journey: ✨ Hidden Wisdom App – Coming Spring 2026! Pathway programs, community, library, events and more! Join the waitlist for updates, sneak peeks, and discounts!

Once your soul is intertwined with someone, you no longer have authority or control over your mind, will, or emotions. Ever wondered why “don't stir up or awaken love until the right time” keeps showing up in Song of Solomon?  Dr. Gabriel Allen Powell dives deep into the themes of passion, love, and covenant, drawing wisdom from Song of Solomon and personal experience. He explores how awakening love or passion prematurely can impact our emotional and spiritual well-being, emphasizing the importance of identity, discipline, and true covenant over mere commitment.Support the showText encounteratl to 94000 to stay up-to-date on all things Encounter.Worship with EncounterSundays at 11 AM ET | Wednesdays at 7:30 PM ETSupport EncounterText egive to 77977 Connect with EncounterFacebook | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube | WebsiteConnect with Dr. GabeInstagram | YouTube | Website

Let us know what you think about the podcast!Episode 208: When “Good Behavior” Comes at a Cost: How Behavior-Focused Parenting Disconnects FamiliesAre you wondering why your adult child won't talk to you—even though they always seemed like the “easy one” growing up?In this episode, we explore how parenting that focuses only on behavior—obedience, manners, doing the “right” thing—can lead to emotional distance between parents and their adult children. This kind of behavior-focused parenting often results in adult children who perform in their relationships rather than show up authentically. They become experts at people-pleasing, suppressing their true feelings, and maintaining the image of being the “good” child… all to preserve attachment.If you've been feeling rejected by your adult child, or like you're walking on eggshells around them, this episode will help you understand the root causes of that disconnect.You'll learn:Why focusing only on behavior creates emotional disconnectionHow attachment needs drive children to “perform” instead of express themselvesThe long-term effects of emotional suppression: defensiveness, stonewalling, performative gesturesWhy many adult children feel lost in their relationships—even when they're “doing everything right”How to shift from behavior control to emotional connectionWhat “differentiation of self” looks like in parent-adult child dynamicsHow to begin rebuilding trust and repairing relationships without needing to control the outcomeThis is especially for you if you've searched for:“how to reconnect with an estranged adult child”“parenting adult children relationships”“why does my child hate me”“emotional healing for moms”“healing after estrangement”or “how to fix a broken relationship with adult child”You're not alone. Many parents find themselves here—and there is a way forward.Ready to take the next step? Visit tinagosney.com to learn how you can work with me as your family relationship coach. I help moms like you move from fear and confusion to clarity and connection in your relationship with your adult children. Tina Gosney is the Family Conflict Coach. She works with parents who have families in conflict to help them become the grounded, confident leaders their family needs. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with us: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/tinagosneycoaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tinagosneycoaching ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tina is certified in family relationships and a trauma informed coach. Visit tinagosney.com for more information on coaching services.

I sit down with Thais Gibson to break down what attachment really is and how it shapes our relationships. We dive into anxious, avoidant, and fearful attachment styles, how social media is impacting connection, and why so many couples get stuck in the same patterns. Thais shares a practical framework for rewiring core wounds and building secure attachment. If you've ever felt trapped in push-pull dynamics or struggled to communicate your needs, this conversation will give you clarity and direction.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Introduction00:48 Attachment at a Cultural Level02:05 Social Media and Short-Term Gratification05:16 Conflict as Crisis and Opportunity07:23 Is Attachment Programmable?09:24 How Attachment Styles Form18:14 The “Bear in the Woods” Conversation38:04 Core Wounds of Each Attachment Style44:01 Rewiring Subconscious Beliefs47:20 Can Two Insecure Partners Build Security?50:25 Freeze and Shutdown Responses56:19 Communication and Positive Framing01:00:36 Why Anxious and Avoidant Attract01:04:01 Where to Learn More from Thais***Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worthPick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/Heard about attachment but don't know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To AttachmentCheck out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your RelationshipBuild brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they're looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | SpotifyFor more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

Pressure culture did not begin in your company.It began somewhere earlier.In this episode, we slow down and trace leadership stress back to attachment patterns, early responsibility, and the emotional climate of home. Not to analyze. Not to diagnose. Simply to notice.Many driven, high-performing leaders assume urgency is part of their personality. But often, urgency is learned. It was adaptive. It reduced chaos. It stabilized rooms. It protected connection. And what protected you early in life can quietly become the atmosphere you transmit at work.This is not a conversation about productivity or performance optimization. It is not a new leadership tactic.This is identity-level recalibration.In this episode, we gently explore questions such as:• Who carried anxiety in your home growing up?• Who held everything together?• What did love feel like — steady, conditional, earned through responsibility?• Where did urgency first feel necessary?For many leaders who have been in long-term committed relationships, these patterns have surfaced again. Marriage and decade-long partnerships often reveal attachment dynamics we did not see in childhood. Not because something is wrong, but because intimacy exposes what leadership can hide.Workplace culture often mirrors attachment patterns at home. If love once felt connected to performance, leadership may feel fused with responsibility. If stability required vigilance, leadership may default to hyper-responsibility. If chaos decreased when you increased, you may still increase automatically.This episode moves from unconscious repetition to conscious presence.Not to rewrite your past.Not to blame your story.But to integrate it.Because what is learned can be unlearned. Not erased. Integrated.Key takeaways:• Urgency is often inherited, not invented.• Leadership stress may be attachment stress resurfacing.• Compassion increases when you recognize adaptation instead of labeling it flaw.• You are not your survival strategy.• Culture at work mirrors nervous system patterns formed at home.We do not rush to resolution here. Recognition precedes repair. Presence precedes change.Micro Recalibration:Pause and ask yourself gently:Where did urgency first feel necessary?Let a memory surface without analysis.Then say quietly:That was then. This isExplore Identity-Level Recalibration → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Learn about The Recalibration Cohort→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes. → Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.) → One link to all things...

— Welcome to A quest Of Well-Being podcast where we explore the intricate connections between our minds, bodies, and the food we eat. In today's episode, we're diving into the transformative insights from Galina Denzel's powerful book, Peace with Self, Peace with Food: A Trauma Healing Approach for Emotional Eating. If you've ever found yourself reaching for food during moments of stress or emotional turmoil, you're not alone. Emotional eating is a common struggle for many, often stemming from unresolved traumas. That's why we're here to discuss how identifying these patterns is the first step toward healing. Galina Denzel emphasizes the importance of self-compassion on our journey to overcoming emotional eating. She guides us through mindfulness practices to help recognize our triggers and cultivate a more conscious relationship with food. We'll also explore practical trauma healing techniques that Denzel presents, aimed at fostering a supportive environment for personal growth. With the right tools and awareness, we can create lasting change and find peace within ourselves—both mentally and physically. So grab your favorite cup of tea, settle in, and join us as we unpack the wisdom of Peace with Self, Peace with Food and discover how to nourish our bodies and souls. Valeria interviews Galina Denzel — She is the author of  "Peace with Self, Peace with Food: A Trauma Healing Approach for Emotional Eating." Galina is also the creator of the Peace with Food Transformation Group method, an intensive small group program that helps people resolve emotional eating by working directly with the body and the nervous system imprints from the past.  For 25 years, Galina battled her own complex relationship with food, trying every diet, nutrition plan, and therapeutic approach available - nothing worked. It wasn't until her training as a somatic practitioner working with trauma that she experienced an unexpected shift. Through learning to care for her nervous system, her decades-long food struggles dissolved. This led her to create a method that addresses the neurobiological roots of emotional eating rather than just the behaviors on the surface.  As a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), NeuroAffective Relational Model Practitioner (NARM-P), and Somatic Practice Practitioner, Galina combines somatic exploration, movement, breath, art, and the power of human connection to help people come home to themselves.  Based in Colorado, Galina teaches workshops, leads small transformation groups and retreats, and has worked with thousands of students worldwide. Her approach is grounded in compassion, neuroscience, and the deep belief that our bodies already know how to heal - they just need the right support. To learn more about Galina Denzel and her work, please visit: https://purebelonging.com/

If you've ever said, “I know my patterns — so why can't I change them?” the answer may not be in your mind, but in your body. On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Dr. Nicole LePera, The Holistic Psychologist, to explore how early experiences become your body's default state—shaping your stress response, your relationships, and your risk for chronic disease. Watch the full conversation on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts. In this conversation, you'll learn: • How to recognize when your body is stuck in stress — even if your mind says you're “fine” • Why people-pleasing, overworking, or shutting down can become your default response • What simple daily practices can calm your nervous system and support long-term health • How creating safety in your body improves sleep, energy, and stress recovery When you create safety in your body, you don't just change your mood. You change your biology, your relationships, and your capacity to heal. Resources mentioned in this episode: Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Questionnaire View Show Notes From This Episode Get Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. Hyman https://drhyman.com/pages/picks?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast Sign Up for Dr. Hyman's Weekly Longevity Journal https://drhyman.com/pages/longevity?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast Join the 10-Day Detox to Reset Your Health https://drhyman.com/pages/10-day-detox Join the Hyman Hive for Expert Support and Real Results https://drhyman.com/pages/hyman-hive This episode is brought to you by Pique, Timeline, PerfectAmino, Qualia, Paleovalley and BIOptimizers. Secure 20% off your order plus a free starter kit at piquelife.com/hyman. Receive 35% off  a subscription at timeline.com/drhyman. Go to bodyhealth.com and use code HYMAN20 to get 20% off your first order. Go to qualialife.com/hyman and use code HYMAN at checkout for an extra 15% off. Head to paleovalley.com and use code HYMAN20 for 20% off your first order. Head to bioptimizers.com/hyman and use promo code HYMAN at checkout to save 15%. (0:00) Introduction and personal experiences with anxiety (0:23) Nicole LePera's background and the holistic psychology approach (1:10) Tools for nervous system regulation (3:19) Hyman's profound experience with Ibogaine and reparenting the inner child (6:33) LePera's journey and mind-body connection insights (9:32) Impact of childhood environments and ACES (13:20) Attachment disruption, generational trauma, and epigenetics (18:42) Understanding the inner child and adult behavior (22:13) Emotional regulation, parental modeling, and the role of shame (25:36) Reparenting, nervous system practices, and societal influences (29:21) Reframing mental health and attachment frameworks (37:38) The five developmental spheres (40:21) Creating safety and security in the body (43:48) Somatic therapy and stress management (50:00) Progress in habit formation and reconnecting with the authentic self (54:31) Purpose, fulfillment, and relational neuroplasticity (59:09) Dr. Nicole LePera's resources

Episode Highlights With ChristinaHer ten-day silent retreat and what she learned from this experience (and my four days in a dark cave, also in silence, and what I learned)Why she loves playing truth or dare as a social hack, and why she uses it at eventsPeople also actually love being told what to doThe four pillars of conscious relationships and the paradigm shifts they offerMastering conscious aloneness and how to actually cultivate this Growth first, without attachment to outcome She was afraid of public speaking and was challenged by a teacher about her ego being big as the reason she was afraid to shareYour intimacy journey is your life storyNothing real is ever threatened Her prayer she often says around relationships The proactive formula and how to use this to transform reactivity into growthResources MentionedChristina's personal Instagram and WeDeepen on InstagramFollow Christina on Facebook

Attachment theory has become a widely used framework for understanding relationship patterns — but it's often misunderstood, overextended, or treated as a complete explanation for human behaviour.In this episode, I revisit the foundations of attachment theory to clarify what attachment is actually designed to explain, what attachment styles describe, and where the limits of the framework are. This is a back-to-basics conversation intended to bring nuance and accuracy to how we use attachment language — especially in romantic relationships.In this episode, I cover:What attachment styles are really describing: relational stress and our habitual responses to itWhy attachment styles are not fixed, mutually exclusive categories — and how spectrums work in practiceHow attachment patterns are contextually responsive and can shift across different relationshipsWhat attachment theory explains — and what it was never meant to explainHow our attachment blueprint shapes our internal working model, even beyond close relationshipsWhy attachment is best used as a tool, not a totalising explanation for yourself or othersIf you've ever felt confused, boxed in by attachment labels, or frustrated by how attachment theory is used online, this episode offers a clearer and more grounded way of thinking about it.Take my free attachment quiz