Podcasts about boundaries

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jasmine Hood Founder of Better Bodies Massage in Atlanta (originally from Greenville, South Carolina), joined Rushion McDonald on Money Making Conversations Masterclass to share her journey from CNA to licensed massage therapist, the realities of being a traveling service provider, and the wellness benefits of massage therapy. She discusses body alignment, stress, trauma release, the differences between massage modalities, alternative treatments like cupping, entrepreneurship during COVID‑19, safety considerations for mobile therapists, corporate/wellness partnerships, and her long‑term goal of building a scalable massage brand supported by contractors.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jasmine Hood Founder of Better Bodies Massage in Atlanta (originally from Greenville, South Carolina), joined Rushion McDonald on Money Making Conversations Masterclass to share her journey from CNA to licensed massage therapist, the realities of being a traveling service provider, and the wellness benefits of massage therapy. She discusses body alignment, stress, trauma release, the differences between massage modalities, alternative treatments like cupping, entrepreneurship during COVID‑19, safety considerations for mobile therapists, corporate/wellness partnerships, and her long‑term goal of building a scalable massage brand supported by contractors.

This video breaks down real “Am I The A**hole” relationship stories through an unfiltered, grounded lens, focusing on boundaries, trust, communication, and personal responsibility. You'll hear raw reactions and honest commentary on situations involving jealousy, suspected infidelity, step-parent authority, disrespectful friendships, financial decisions in marriage, emotional cheating, and the hidden power struggles that quietly destroy relationships. Rather than surface-level judgment, the conversation digs into why people act the way they do, how resentment builds, and where accountability actually belongs. Viewers can expect blunt perspectives, uncomfortable truths, and practical relationship insight rooted in lived experience, not theory. This episode challenges common narratives around control versus respect, independence versus partnership, and what healthy boundaries really look like in modern relationships. If you're interested in relationship psychology, marriage dynamics, dating red flags, emotional maturity, and learning how small choices compound into big outcomes, this video is designed to confront, educate, and provoke honest self-reflection. Disclaimer: We are not professionals. This podcast is opinioned based and from life experience. This is for entertainment purposes only. Opinions helped by our guests may not reflect our own. But we love a good conversation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/2-be-better--5828421/support.

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A listener calls in, wrestling with the estrangement he chose from his abusive father. Stefan Molyneux listens as the man describes his decision to “defoo” and cut contact. Stefan stresses that firm boundaries are essential when someone has proven destructive, and he warns against reopening the door to a parent who shows no genuine remorse or change. He guides the caller toward focusing on his own healing and building real autonomy instead of hoping for reconciliation that may never come.GET FREEDOMAIN MERCH! https://shop.freedomain.com/SUBSCRIBE TO ME ON X! https://x.com/StefanMolyneuxFollow me on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@freedomain1GET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND THE FULL AUDIOBOOK!https://peacefulparenting.com/Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!Subscribers get 12 HOURS on the "Truth About the French Revolution," multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs trained on thousands of hours of my material - as well as AIs for Real-Time Relationships, Bitcoin, Peaceful Parenting, and Call-In Shows!You also receive private livestreams, HUNDREDS of exclusive premium shows, early release podcasts, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2025

You know that gut punch when a night that felt magical suddenly gets ice cold… and you're left questioning if you were just “used”? If you've ever blamed yourself for a man's emotional withdrawal, this episode is about to light you UP and set the record straight. Psychotherapist and “attachment whisperer” Adam Lane Smith returns to deliver the hard truths on why good women get trapped in the “post-intimacy cascade” and what to do instead. If you want to know the difference between a wounded guy and a manipulator, and finally stop chasing crumbs, homie… this is your episode. SHOWNOTES:  Why Men Turn Cold After Sex (The Post-Intimacy Cascade) Avoidant Men: Biochemistry, Trauma, and Why He Shuts Down Spotting Anxiety & Exit Signs in His Body Language Tolerating, Chasing, Performing: 3 Ways Women Lose Themselves Manipulation vs. Wounded Attachment: How to Tell the Difference Why Clear Requests Beat “If He Loved Me…” Every Time Why Men Only Change for Consequences (Not Love) 7 Tests Men Give Women Before They'll Commit Autonomy, Boundaries & Why Good Men Want You Out Living Thank you to our sponsors: Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa Cozy Earth: code COZYLISA for 20% off https://cozyearth.com Follow Adam Lane Smith: Website: https://www.adamlanesmith.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/attachmentadam/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AttachmentAdam Free attachment styles assessment, free newsletter, coaching, and live retreats available on his website! FOLLOW LISA BILYEU: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most marriage problems aren't caused by terrible people — they're caused by blind spots. Habits you don't notice that are producing outcomes you can't see. In this episode, I break down five of the most common blind spots I see in the marriages of men I coach: your tone, domestic load, the self-care spectrum, yelling (and the +2 Rule), and your view of sex. Each one comes with a specific fix. If you're in separation, at least one of these probably played a role. 

Close your eyes for a second. It's December 2026. The year is almost over. And there's a version of you standing there, the actor you've been working toward all year. How are they carrying themselves? How do they walk into a room? How do they talk about their career? That version of you is not a fantasy. They're a compass. Why Vague Futures Lead to Vague Choices Here's the thing I keep coming back to. If your future is fuzzy, your decisions are going to be fuzzy too. You'll take the class when it "fits." You'll do the outreach when you feel like it. You'll set the boundary when it's convenient. But December you doesn't operate that way. The clearer you get about who that person is, the easier it becomes to act in alignment with them right now. Every choice you make today is either a vote for that version of you or it isn't. That's it. That's really the whole framework. Let Your Future Self Design Your Schedule This is something I go deep on in my weekly accountability and time management class for actors. Your calendar will tell the truth long before your excuses do. Look at your week through December's eyes. Would that version of you have prioritized training? Outreach? Rest? Boundaries? Start building your days around what your future self considers non-negotiable, not what your current self finds convenient. That's how you move from wishing into actual structural change. Train Like the Actor You Are Becoming The old version of you took class when it fit. The December version shows up even when it's inconvenient. Think of it in terms of reps. Every class you take, every self-tape you submit, every email you send with intention, those are reps. And your reps today are your bookings tomorrow. You are literally building that future actor one choice at a time. Ask yourself: what would the actor I want to be be working on right now? That question will recalibrate you faster than almost anything else. Let Future You Choose Your Boundaries Too December you is not saying yes to every draining request. She knows what supports the work and what depletes it. When you feel torn about a boundary, when you're deciding whether to say yes or no to something, ask yourself: what would December me choose here? That question cuts through a lot of noise. And a lot of people pleasing. If a boundary protects your craft, it is not selfish. It's necessary. Celebrate Every Aligned Choice This part matters more than people think. Every time you behave like your future self, even in a small way, acknowledge it. Celebrate it. Good job. That was me acting from my future, not my fear. That's how you wire yourself for a new identity. You're training your brain to recognize, oh, this is who we are now. Every aligned choice is a vote for the actor you want to become. Also in This Episode: Healing Your Money Story I recorded a three-part class called Healing Your Money Story: From Survival Mode to Abundance, and I want to be clear about what it is and what it isn't. It's not about budgeting. It's not about discipline. It's about understanding where your money patterns actually came from and why they live in your body, not just in your head. Inherited beliefs. Nervous system fear. Shame. Identity. And what it actually takes to feel safe around money. If money has ever made you tense, avoidant, or stuck in survival mode, this class was made for you.

What happens when truth and love collide in the early church? In this episode of Seek Go Create, Tim Winders unpacks the urgent and compact message of 2 John, exploring why John's warning to a powerful woman host still matters for us today. Discover how hospitality, authority, and the protection of foundational beliefs shaped the very first Christian communities—and why guarding both truth and love is as essential now as it was then. If you're curious about the real stories and tensions of the New Testament, this episode's for you."John isn't guarding an abstract doctrine—he's protecting the foundation of everything." - Tim WindersAccess all show and episode resources HEREEpisode Resources:NT90 Hub – This is the central website for the 90-day New Testament reading plan, with downloadable, printable plans, background information, and links to all episodes and resources.Episode Highlights:00:00 Truth & Love: 2 John's Urgent Warning (Cold Open) 00:15 Welcome to NT in 90 Days + Get the Reading Plan 01:05 Why 2 John Matters: Author, Date, Audience & Setting 01:42 The “Elect Lady”: House-Church Authority & Gatekeeping Teachers 03:13 False Teachers on the Move: Hospitality vs. Heresy 05:38 Why John Writes: Protecting One House Church 05:54 Key Themes: Deceivers, Boundaries, and Truth with Love 06:51 Why the Incarnation Is Non‑Negotiable (Resurrection at Stake) 07:34 Reading Assignment + Next Up: 3 John Preview 08:12 Final Setup: Imagine AD 66—Then Read 2 John

Dr. Fumiko Miyamoto is the founder of Scoobie's Veterinary Concierge Service, a membership-based house-call veterinary practice serving South Florida. Originally from Japan, she moved to the United States at age 15 to pursue her dream of becoming a veterinarian. Her path into veterinary medicine was anything but traditional. Before earning her veterinary degree from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, she spent over a decade working as a Registered Veterinary Technician in emergency medicine. In 2018, she started her own veterinary relief practice supporting clinics across South Florida, and that experience eventually led her to launch Scoobie's Veterinary Concierge Service in August 2025—bringing personalized veterinary care directly into pets' homes. She shares her home with her three dachshunds—Mabel, Charlie, and Ava—and enjoys spending time going to Pilatie's class, quilting, and traveling. Topics covered in this episode: Dr. Fumiko's journey from relief work to concierge house call practice Burnout, perfectionism, and creating a sustainable career in vet medicine Boundaries, self-worth, and charging appropriately as a business owner Wellness, self-care, and mindset in entrepreneurship Why concierge practice can offer more flexibility and long-term sustainability Links & Resources: Website: www.scoobiesvet.com  The House Call Vet Academy Resources:  Download Dr. Eve's FREE House Call & Mobile Vet Biz Plan Find out about the House Call Vet Academy online CE course Learn more about the Concierge Vet Mastermind Get your FREE Concierge Vet Starter Kit mini course Learn more about Dr. Eve Harrison Learn more about 1-to-1 coaching for current & prospective house call & mobile vets Music:  In loving memory of Dr. Steve Weinberg.  Intro and outro guitar music was written, performed, and recorded by house call veterinarian Dr. Steve Weinberg.  This podcast is also available in video on our House Call Vet Cafe YouTube channel  P.S. Here's a special gift from me as a huge thank you for being a part of our wonderful House Call Vet Cafe podcast community! ☕️ GET 20% OFF your Four Sigmatic Mushroom Coffee when you order through this link! 4Sig truly is my favorite!!! Enjoy it in good health, my friends!

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If you struggle to say no, you might not have a boundary problem—you might have an overexplaining problem. In this episode, I break down why giving too many reasons weakens your boundaries, turns your no into a negotiation, and makes it easier for people to push past your limits. I'll show you how to set firm boundaries with fewer words, stronger statements, and simple phrases you can use right away to protect your time, energy, and peace. Order The Next Conversation Workbook: https://www.jeffersonfisher.com/workbook Thank you to our sponsors: Cozy Earth. Upgrade Your Every Day. Get 20% off at cozyearth.com/jefferson or use code JEFFERSON at check out. Notion: Try Custom Agents now at https://notion.com/jefferson  Wayfair. Visit https://www.wayfair.com/  BetterHelp. Click https://betterhelp.com/jeffersonfisher for a discount on your first month of therapy. Order my book, The Next Conversation, or listen to the full audiobook today. Like what you hear? Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review! Suggest a topic or ask a question for me to answer on the show!  Want a FREE communication tip each week? Click here to join my newsletter.  Join My School of Communication Watch my podcast on YouTube  Follow me on Instagram  Follow me on TikTok Follow me on LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey Heal Squad! What happens when two moms in their 40s look back at their 20-year-old selves? Let's just say…there's a lot of reflection, a lot of honesty, and a whole lot of “wow!” And honestly, this conversation couldn't be more perfect for Women's History Month. Today, Maria's longtime friend, Emmy Award–winning host, producer, and entrepreneur Jeannie Mai joins her in the studio for a real, heart-to-heart conversation about motherhood, womanhood and boundaries. They talk about how coming up in the entertainment industry in their 20s meant being open, friendly, and eager to please … and how both of them learned later in life that without boundaries, that openness can leave you vulnerable. Jeannie shares how everything shifted for her in her 40s, and why she's now teaching her daughter Monaco about confidence and self-protection early (even through jiu-jitsu!). Maria also gives a little Heal Squad insider moment about why she's raising her daughter Athena mostly sugar-free  and how her family history with diabetes completely shaped that decision. We love how deep this episode gets about breaking generational patterns, protecting your peace, and raising daughters who know their worth. Enjoy, Heal Squad! HEALERS & HEAL LINERS Boundaries create confidence: Maria and Jeannie share how learning to set boundaries in their 40s changed their confidence, safety, and sense of personal power. Raise daughters to trust themselves: Both moms are teaching their girls self-protection, confidence, and how to speak up for themselves. Healthy habits start early: Maria explains why she's raising Athena with very little sugar to build a strong foundation and prevent future health issues. HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy's Page: https://stylecrew.macys.com/@mariamenounos EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AUDIBLE:  https://audible.com/healsquad AG1: drinkag1.com/healsquad  GUEST RESOURCES: Follow Jeannie Mai on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejeanniemai/?hl=en Follow Jeannie Mai on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@HelloHunnay Watch Balance on Apple TV: https://tv.apple.com/us/show/balance-a-perimenopause-journey/umc.cmc.r2wdprizn57hvmrkkmx1hdd2 ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos' passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company's Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

Setting boundaries can feel uncomfortable for many moms, especially when people-pleasing patterns are deeply ingrained. In this conversation, Melissa Urban, co-founder of Whole30 and author of The Book of Boundaries, breaks down why boundaries are essential for emotional health, strong relationships, and family wellbeing. We talk about unearned guilt, over-explaining, people pleasing, and how past experiences shape our ability to speak up. Melissa shares practical scripts, real life examples, and simple frameworks to help moms communicate clearly with partners, in laws, coworkers, and even their children. This episode will help you feel more confident expressing your needs, protecting your energy, and creating boundaries that allow everyone to thrive. Topics Covered In This Episode: Boundary setting without guilt Overcoming people-pleasing patterns Clear communication scripts for moms Boundaries with family and partners Building self-trust and confidence Show Notes: Check out Melissas website: melissau.com  Follow Melissa on ​Instagram: @melissau Watch Melissa's TikToks: tiktok.com/@melissa_u Follow Melissa on Twitter: twitter.com/melissa_urban Check out Melissa on Facebook: facebook.com/melissauauthor Click here to learn more about Dr. Elana Roumell's Doctor Mom Membership, a membership designed for moms who want to be their child's number one health advocate! Click here to learn more about Steph Greunke, RD's online nutrition program and community, Postpartum Reset, an intimate private community and online roadmap for any mama (or mama-to-be) who feels stuck, alone, and depleted and wants to learn how to thrive in motherhood. Listen to today's episode on our website Melissa Urban is the co-founder and CEO of Whole30 and an authority on helping people create lifelong healthy habits. She is a seven-time New York Times bestselling author, including the instant best-seller, The Book of Boundaries, debuting at #3. She has been featured by The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, People, Forbes, Good Morning America, and CNBC; is the host of the Do the Thing podcast; and is a prominent keynote speaker on boundaries, building community, health trends, and entrepreneurship. She lives in Salt Lake City, UT. INTRODUCE YOURSELF to Steph and Dr. Elana on Instagram. They can't wait to meet you! @stephgreunke @drelanaroumell

How do you keep your marriage alive when life gets busy and you're stuck in the stress bubble? And what does it look like to give your wife the emotional attention she actually deserves? In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with Mark McDonnell and has an open conversation about flirting with purpose in marriage. Instead of letting your attention drift toward other women, they challenge men to direct their energy, playfulness, and emotional connection back toward their wives, where it belongs. Whether you've been married for two years or twenty, it's easy to disengage and start looking for affirmation elsewhere. Healthy marriages are built when husbands stay intentional, present, and engaged with the woman they promised their lives to. Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

If you've spent decades saying yes when you meant no, this episode is your permission slip to stop — and a gentle reminder that setting boundaries isn't selfish. It's sacred. Midlife women who engage in people pleasing often feel resentful, exhausted, or quietly invisible in their own lives. In this solo episode, I get real about my own lifelong journey as a people-pleaser that started in… Source

Julia Vaughan Smith joins me to explore what it really means to be a trauma-aware coach. We unpack the fear many coaches carry of getting it wrong, causing harm, or stepping outside their scope, and how that can undermine confidence. We look at the difference between working with trauma and working on trauma, and why coaching doesn't need to become therapy to be effective. We also explore the shadow sides of both coaching and psychotherapy, the rise of popular approaches like parts work, and how to stay grounded in good practice. Towards the end, we dive into the powerful dynamics between mothers and daughters, trauma entanglement, and how early relationships shape identity and behaviour. Find out more about Julia's work here: www.becomingourselvs.co.uk. ----------------------------------------------- Julia Vaughan Smith is a master accredited coach and supervisor, a retired registered psychotherapist and an author of three books including 'Coaching and Trauma', one of the very few books that deals with this topic and 'Daughters: How to Untangle Yourself from your Mother' which considers the trauma behind difficult and painful daughter/mother relationships and the entanglements that ensure. She has been teaching and talking about coaching and trauma since 2010 and ran Masterclasses with Jenny Rogers on the topic over several years. Other than coaching and psychotherapy, she has had a long and varied career.  ----------------------------------------------- Join our membership program for coaches, facilitators, therapists and educators who want sustainable growth: https://embodimentunlimited.com/flourish/ ----------------------------------------------- Check out our YouTube channel for more coaching tips and our Podcast channel for full episode videos Uplevel your coaching with a free copy of Mark's latest eBook, The Top 12 Embodiment Coaching Techniques  Join Mark for those juicy in-person workshops and events Fancy some free coaching demo sessions with Mark?  Connect with Mark Walsh on Instagram 

Get A Free Coaching Call with Alli  -https://alliworthington.com/freecoaching    These episodes are favorites because I gather leading voices on a single topic to help you learn practical ways to set boundaries and find genuine, lasting rest. Today, we focus on both boundaries and soul-deep rest—essentials we all need but often neglect.   We're talking about healthy boundaries, Sabbath rhythms, the invisible pressures women face, and practical ways to build rest into your life so you can experience greater renewal and resilience. These conversations share hard-won wisdom from those who have lived, studied, and practiced it.   If you've ever thought, “I need better boundaries,” or “I wish I could rest, but my life won't let me,” this episode is for you. You have permission to rest. Choose one practical strategy from today's episode and make space for rest this week. We're not just talking about rest—we're making room for it.   Timestamps:  (00:45) -The Hidden Cost of Busyness with John Mark Comer (08:20) - Rewriting the Story We've Been Told About Work and Rest in Christian Culture with Terra Mattson (14:08) - The Big Boundary Mistakes Women Make with Dr. Sasha Shillcutt (18:47) - Why Your Soul Needs Sabbath with John Mark Comer (22:32) - Practical, Real-Life Ways to Build Rest Into Your Week with Jess Connolly WATCH ALLI  ON YOUTUBE   Links to great things we discussed:    John Mark Comer's Website Terra Mattson's Website Dr. Sasha Shillcutt's Website Jess Connolly's Website The Uplift app is here! Try it free for 30 days   I hope you loved this episode!

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy delves into the important topic of building resiliency in children. As parents increasingly seek guidance on this subject, Dr. Kathy explores the concept of "panda parenting," a style that emerges from permissive parenting. This approach emphasizes a balance of warmth, support, and the encouragement of exploration and independence, allowing children to navigate challenges with minimal rules or boundaries. While some experts argue that this method can be detrimental, others believe it fosters self-confidence and resilience. Dr. Kathy provides valuable insights on how to effectively guide children in developing these essential life skills, enhancing their ability to face adversity. Tune in for practical advice on nurturing resilience in the next generation.

In this episode, Jennifer Wallace and Elisabeth Kristof are joined in person by Dr. Lovey Bradley, NSI certified practitioner, BrainBased facilitator, and facilitator of the NSI BIPOC Affinity Group. Together they examine how racial stress and systemic oppression live in the body, how they shape nervous system patterns across generations, and what post-traumatic growth actually requires when the environment itself keeps activating survival. Dr. Lovey opens by sharing what brought her to this conversation, including a moment of messaging Elisabeth out of frustration, asking why race still has to be such a defining factor, and what it would take to start breaking those walls down. The answer they keep returning to: it starts with having the conversations. From there the episode moves into the physiology of racial stress, how chronic exposure to discrimination activates the HPA axis, elevates cortisol, suppresses progesterone, and drives the specific health disparities that show up disproportionately in melanated bodies, including fibroids, endometriosis, heart disease, hypertension, and chronic pain. Dr. Lovey names what she sees in the women she works with and connects those physical realities directly to suppressed expression, ancestral stress load, and the specific demands placed on bodies that have never had the systemic safety to soften. Elisabeth grounds the conversation in current research including the work of Resmaa Menakem on embodied racial trauma and Tema Okun's writing on white supremacy culture, which she connects directly to nervous system dysregulation rather than personality or ideology. The episode also traces how cultural conditioning normalizes threat-based behaviors like urgency, perfectionism, and emotional repression as efficiency or success, and what that means for everyone living inside those systems. Dr. Lovey also shares the story of how she accidentally created a healing community for melanated women after a single post went viral in a Facebook group, and what the response revealed about the collective hunger for real, unperformed connection. Topics Covered How racism functions as a chronic threat signal that reshapes the nervous system, not just belief or behavior What the HPA axis, cortisol, and progesterone have to do with racial stress and women's health outcomes How suppressed expression contributes to physical disease in melanated bodies What Resmaa Menakem's framework adds to neuro somatic approaches to racialized trauma Why white supremacy culture traits like urgency and perfectionism map directly onto chronic stress behaviors How the urgency to fix or regulate can itself become a form of bypassing in healing spaces What post-traumatic growth looks like at a collective level, not just an individual one Why witnessing state violence on social media is a genuine nervous system stressor, even for those not directly targeted How Dr. Levy's community for melanated women came to life and what it is building toward Chapter Markers 0:00 - Why This Conversation Had to Happen 01:57 - Welcome: Racial Trauma, the Nervous System, and Post-Traumatic Growth 07:25 - What Racial Stress Looks Like in the Body, for White and Melanated Bodies 10:44 - Post-Traumatic Growth at the Collective Level: What It Actually Requires 15:35 - The Danger of Regulating Out of Activation Before the Cycle Completes 18:09 - The Neuroscience: HPA Axis, Allostatic Load, and Chronic Racial Threat 24:27 - How Racial Stress Shows Up in Hormones, Cycles, and Women's Health 29:25 - Resmaa Menakem, White Supremacy Culture, and the Nervous System 38:42 - Dr. Levy's Community for Melanated Women and What It Is Building 41:35 - Witnessing Violence at Scale: What It Does to All Nervous Systems 49:11 - What This Work Has Made Possible: Dr. Levy on Choosing to Create a Different World 51:59 - Closing Reflection: What Post-Traumatic Growth Requires of Us Collectively Ways to Engage with Neurosomatics: Neurosomatic Intelligence is now enrolling : https://neurosomaticintelligence.com/nsi-certification Join us for a two week trial of neurosomatic practices at rewiretrial.com Free BrainBased neurosomatic workshop for entrepreneurs at rewirecapacity.com Sacred Synapse: an educational YouTube channel founded by Jennifer Wallace that explores nervous system regulation, applied neuroscience, consciousness, and psychedelic preparation and integration through Neurosomatic Intelligence.  Wayfinder Journal: Track nervous system patterns and support preparation and integration through Neurosomatic Intelligence. Learn to work with Boundaries at the level of the body and nervous system at https://www.boundaryrewire.com   Resources: Brave Heart, Maria Yellow Horse. "The Historical Trauma Response Among Natives and Its Relationship with Substance Abuse: A Lakota Illustration." Journal of Psychoactive Drugs, vol. 35, no. 1, 2003, pp. 7–13. Brave Heart, Maria Yellow Horse, and Eduardo Duran. "Healing the Soul Wound: Counseling with American Indians and Other Native Peoples." Teachers College Press, 1995. DeGruy, Joy. Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome: America's Legacy of Enduring Injury and Healing. Joy DeGruy Publications Inc., 2005. Hobson, J. M., M. D. Moody, R. E. Sorge, and B. R. Goodin. "The Neurobiology of Social Stress Resulting from Racism." Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience, vol. 17, no. 2, 2022, pp. 181–191. Hicken, Margaret T., et al. "Everyday Discrimination, Chronic Stress, and Cardiovascular Health." American Journal of Epidemiology, 2014. Geronimus, Arline T. "Weathering and the Health of African-American Women." Ethnicity & Disease, 2006. Menakem, Resmaa. My Grandmother's Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies. Central Recovery Press, 2017. Okun, Tema. "White Supremacy Culture." Dismantling Racism Works, originally published 1999, revised 2021. Williams, Monnica T. "Racial Trauma: Theory, Research, and Healing." American Psychologist, vol. 74, no. 1, 2019, pp. 33–42.  

Can you actually be friends with your ex… or is that a relationship myth we've all been taught to believe? In this episode of Get Psyched, we're unpacking the outdated idea that every breakup has to end in total no contact. Sometimes the end of a romantic relationship doesn't mean the end of respect, care, or even friendship.We explore what it really takes to transition from partners to friends, including the courage to have hard conversations, the role trust plays in redefining the relationship, and why showing up as the fullest version of yourself matters more than clinging to old dynamics.We also get real about boundaries: the kind that protect your peace, clarify expectations, and help define the culture of a new kind of connection. Because staying friends with an ex isn't about pretending nothing happened—it's about intentionally creating a relationship that works for who you both are now.In this episode we dive into:

In this episode of the Health Coach Academy Podcast, we sit down with therapist, entrepreneur, and somatic practitioner Helen Malinowski to explore how she transformed her private practice from $150,000 to over $1 million in revenue in just five years. Helen shares the powerful story of how burnout forced her to rethink the traditional one-on-one service model and ultimately led her to build a thriving multi-clinician practice with nearly 30 clinicians and multiple locations. If you're a health coach, therapist, or wellness practitioner, this conversation will challenge the belief that helping professions must equal exhaustion. Helen explains how listening to your nervous system, setting boundaries, and building community can unlock both impact and financial success. You'll also learn why expanding beyond the solo practitioner model may be the key to building a sustainable and scalable health or coaching business. What You'll Learn in This Episode How Helen grew her practice from $150K to $1M in five years The burnout trap many therapists and health coaches fall into Why the traditional one-on-one client model isn't sustainable How nervous system regulation can guide better business decisions The mindset shift that allowed Helen to start saying no to clients How building a team and group practice created freedom and impact Why community and mentorship are essential for practitioners Marketing strategies that actually work for wellness professionals The power of local networking with doctors, chiropractors, and other providers How health coaches fit into the holistic healthcare ecosystem Helen Malinowski's Origin Story Helen grew up in a family of research scientists in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, and originally believed science was her only career path. But after discovering psychology and later social work, she found her calling helping people through counseling and trauma therapy. As her private practice grew, so did the demands. Like many practitioners, Helen struggled with: Business skills Marketing and finances Boundaries with clients Overwork and emotional fatigue By 2019, she realized something was wrong. She was experiencing classic burnout symptoms: Exhaustion Irritability Dreading work Feeling overwhelmed Ironically, she was burning out doing the work she loved most. The Turning Point: Discovering Somatic Experiencing Helen enrolled in somatic experiencing training, initially believing it would help her clients. Instead, it changed her life. Through this training she began to understand: How the nervous system affects decision making Why burnout happens in helping professions How to listen to internal signals of stress and capacity This new awareness helped her build a practice that aligned with her energy, values, and nervous system regulation. Why One-on-One Coaching Can Lead to Burnout One of the biggest insights Helen shares is that many practitioners get stuck in the one-on-one client model. While rewarding, it has limits: Your time is capped Your emotional energy gets drained Growth becomes impossible without burnout Helen realized she couldn't continue saying yes to every client. Instead of turning people away, she restructured her entire business model. Today, her practice includes: Nearly 30 clinicians Multiple therapy locations A dedicated children's mental health center Occupational therapy services Coaching and practitioner training programs The Power of Listening to Your Nervous System A major theme of this episode is body awareness in business decision-making. Helen explains that many professionals rely purely on logic and numbers. But your body often knows the answer first. She recommends asking: Does this opportunity feel expansive or draining? Does my body say yes… or hesitate? Am I making this decision from alignment or obligation? Learning to pause and check in with your nervous system can transform both business strategy and personal wellbeing. Marketing Strategies That Work for Wellness Practitioners Helen also breaks down the different marketing strategies she uses for her businesses. For her therapy practice: Psychology Today listings Insurance panels Local physician referrals Networking with healthcare providers Relationships with chiropractors, acupuncturists, and pediatricians For her coaching and training programs: Instagram content Blogs and educational articles Email newsletters Free workshops and trainings Online community building The key takeaway? Visibility + value = trust. Consistently sharing helpful content builds long-term relationships with your audience. Why Health Coaches Are Critical in the Healthcare Ecosystem One of the most important discussions in this episode is the role of health coaches in trauma-informed care. Helen explains that many therapy clients struggle with physical health issues related to stress and trauma, including: Chronic illness Autoimmune conditions Cardiovascular disease Hormonal imbalances Nervous system dysregulation While therapists address emotional healing, health coaches help clients implement daily lifestyle changes that support recovery. This makes health coaches an essential partner in a holistic health ecosystem. Advice for Health Coaches and Wellness Entrepreneurs Helen's biggest advice for practitioners: Slow down before making big business decisions. Instead of rushing into growth, ask: Is this aligned with my energy and values? Does this support my long-term sustainability? Am I building something that truly supports my life? When your business aligns with your nervous system, growth becomes more natural and sustainable. Helen's story is proof that helping people and building a profitable business are not mutually exclusive. By trusting your body, building the right team, and surrounding yourself with supportive community, it's possible to create a practice that flourishes financially while protecting your wellbeing. If you're a health coach, therapist, or wellness professional, this episode will inspire you to rethink what's possible in your career.

If setting boundaries makes you feel guilty, anxious, or “too much,” this episode is for you. In this powerful conversation, Jaime Filer explores the connection between self-worth and boundaries — especially for high-achieving lesbians who are used to over-functioning and people-pleasing. Learn why healthy boundaries may upset others, why that doesn't mean you're wrong, and how self-worth transforms your relationships, energy, and even your health. If you've ever felt like you only matter when you're easy to deal with, this episode will help you reclaim your space.If you're interested in more mindset and health hacks for overwhelmed women, find me on Instagram @jaimefilerfitness, or head to https://call.jaimefiler.com/form to learn more about the 16 week 3R Method

Join us as we discuss navigating sharing ourselves in friendship, and the intertwined spaces of family, social media, and overlapping friend groups.

Dating today looks completely different than it did even a decade ago.In this episode of Uncomfortable Convo's, Edgar breaks down what it actually takes to navigate modern dating in 2026.From dating apps and situationships to boundaries and commitment, we talk about why dating feels more confusing than ever — and how to protect yourself from wasting time with people who aren't serious.In this episode we discuss:• How to navigate dating apps without getting stuck in endless texting• What situationships really are and why they happen• The importance of setting boundaries in dating• Signs someone isn't serious about the relationship• How to handle partners who avoid commitment• Why clarity is one of the most important things in modern datingDating today isn't just about finding someone…It's about figuring out who's actually serious.Sponsored by Toxico Scentshttps://skarxface.etsy.comMy Socialshttps://linktr.ee/SkarxFace

Renee and Susan discuss the benefits of centering love and empathy in the work with so many negative voices and forces in the world.  How do we continue to show up as advocates when the world feels increasingly polarized and heavy? In this episode of Advocacy Bites, hosts Renee Sekel and Susan Book of Save Our Schools NC step away from the logistics of policy and primaries to have a vulnerable conversation about the emotional heart of advocacy. Renee shares a powerful experience from a recent conference in Washington, D.C., where she encountered the work of Valarie Kaur and the Revolutionary Love Project. Together, Renee and Susan explore how we can move past feelings of hatred and exhaustion by reclaiming love and empathy as tools for social change. In this episode, we discuss: The Revolutionary Love Project: A look at the philosophy of Valarie Kaur and how viewing "others" through the lens of wonder can transform our advocacy. Rebuking Hatred: Renee's personal journey in trying to live in a world where she doesn't want to be driven by anger, even when facing opposing viewpoints. The "Labor" of Change: Why advocacy is like the labor of birth—it is painful, it is work, but it is necessary to bring something new into the world. Sustaining the Everyday Advocate: A candid discussion on the "emotional spend" of activism, dealing with burnout, and the importance of finding a community that shares your core values of love and empathy. Whether you're feeling "emotionally spent" or looking for a reason to keep going, this episode is a reminder that the way we show up for others starts with how we choose to see them. (1:14) - Revolutionary Love Project (2:18) - See No Stranger Framework (4:13) - Rage and Listening Safely (5:49) - Minnesota Story and Doubts (8:33) - Susan on Love and Boundaries (9:53) - Repairers of the Breach March (12:16) - You Are Doing Enough (15:04) - Data vs Ideology and Stories (18:40) - Don't Let Officials Gaslight You (21:33) - Empathy as the Core (22:58) - Closing and Listener Check-In Connect with Advocacy Bites: Join the Conversation: Visit the Advocacy Bites Facebook page and share how you're getting through the day and what keeps you inspired. Learn More: Check out the work of the Revolutionary Love Project and stay connected with Renee and Susan at saveourschoolsnc.org. If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review to help us reach more everyday advocates. Keywords: Advocacy, Revolutionary Love Project, Valarie Kaur, Empathy in Politics, Save Our Schools NC, Social Justice, Activism Burnout, Personal Growth, Community Organizing.

Prophetic Wisdom: EP 23 – Islam Encourages You To Have Boundaries. 100% of your donations today goes towards the means of providing accessible Islamic knowledge to people around the world: supportqalam.com. Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/qalaminstitute Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/qalaminstitute Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/qalaminstitute Subscribe on Youtube: youtube.com/user/qalaminstitute

Welcome to the Celestial Insights Podcast, the show that brings the stars down to Earth! Each week, astrologer, coach, and intuitive Celeste Brooks of Astrology by Celeste will be your guide. Her website is astrologybyceleste.com.  

Barlas Günay is a registered psychologist who has spent 13 years guiding thousands through childhood trauma recovery and what he calls self-reparenting — the deliberate practice of giving yourself what your parents couldn't. His thesis is: you cannot heal while still participating in "normal." The processed food, the numbing, the people-pleasing, the job that's slowly killing you — these aren't separate from the psychological suffering, they are the suffering. Real change asks more of you. Authenticity, nervous system regulation, and the willingness to be the only sane person in the room.Time Stamps (00:00) Self Love Reality Check (00:35) Opening Conversation (05:51) Episode Start (06:56) Barlas' Origin Story (10:06) What Self Reparenting Means (21:28) Quitting Alcohol For Good (23:05) Defining The Self (25:26) Ego Confusion Explained (32:37) Healing Trap And Avoidance (41:55) Healing through Rejecting Norms (48:07) Military Service Grad School Drive (52:02) Self Hatred and Numbing (56:13) Calling Out with Care (59:17) Avoiding Truth Costs (01:02:17) Reparenting and Boundaries (01:06:37) Somatic Trauma Work (01:11:47) Roleplay and Visualization (01:18:01) Books RecommendationsGuest Linkhttps://www.instagram.com/acceptandact/ https://www.patreon.com/cw/acceptandact Connect with UsJoin our membership Friends of the TruthRise Above The Herd Take the Real AF Test NowDiscover Your Truth Seeker ArchetypeWatch all our episodesConnect with us on TelegramFollow us on InstagramAccess all our links

In this conversation-style episode, Julia is joined by her friend Mackenzie Summers as they talk about emotional healing, therapy, and learning to actually feel and express your emotions. They discuss the importance of supportive friendships, setting boundaries, letting go of control, and how speaking your thoughts out loud can release the anxiety we carry internally. This episode is an honest conversation about self-awareness, growth, and realizing you are not alone in what you feel.

Family caregivers often face a simple question that isn't simple at all: "How are you doing?" In this episode of Hope for the Caregiver, Peter Rosenberger explains why caregivers need healthy emotional boundaries and why not every question deserves a full answer. Drawing from four decades as a caregiver for his wife Gracie, Peter shares practical wisdom about "stock answers," knowing who has earned the right to hear the deeper story, and why oversharing can leave caregivers emotionally depleted. From ranch life in Montana to lessons from caring for horses during winter, Peter illustrates a powerful spiritual truth: sometimes people appear to be feeding on something that looks nourishing but provides little real sustenance. The same can happen in churches and in our spiritual lives. Caregivers must learn to guard their hearts, choose wisely who has access to their pain, and anchor themselves in the enduring truth of Scripture. If you're carrying the long burden of caring for someone you love, this episode offers perspective, humor, and encouragement for the journey.

Family caregivers often face a simple question that isn't simple at all: "How are you doing?" In this episode of Hope for the Caregiver, Peter Rosenberger explains why caregivers need healthy emotional boundaries and why not every question deserves a full answer. Drawing from four decades as a caregiver for his wife Gracie, Peter shares practical wisdom about "stock answers," knowing who has earned the right to hear the deeper story, and why oversharing can leave caregivers emotionally depleted. From ranch life in Montana to lessons from caring for horses during winter, Peter illustrates a powerful spiritual truth: sometimes people appear to be feeding on something that looks nourishing but provides little real sustenance. The same can happen in churches and in our spiritual lives. Caregivers must learn to guard their hearts, choose wisely who has access to their pain, and anchor themselves in the enduring truth of Scripture. If you're carrying the long burden of caring for someone you love, this episode offers perspective, humor, and encouragement for the journey.

For more information on how to control your anger, visit angersecrets.com.In this episode, anger expert Alastair Duhs shares five practical ways to respond when someone else's anger is directed at you. Whether it's a partner who explodes, a colleague who unloads or a family member who pushes your buttons, how you respond in those moments matters more than you might think.Rather than fighting back or shutting down, Alastair explains how staying calm, using empathy and setting clear boundaries can completely change the dynamic, without accepting blame or tolerating abuse.Key Takeaways:You staying calm is the most powerful thing in the room. Responding with your own anger only escalates the situation. Managing your nervous system first changes everything.Most of the time, someone else's anger isn't really about you. Recognising this creates distance from the heat and prevents unnecessary conflict.Anger is usually just the surface. Underneath it is almost always something softer - hurt, fear, or feeling unheard. Empathy shifts the conversation faster than any argument.Boundaries aren't threats. A calm, clear statement of what you will and won't accept creates more safety in a relationship, not less.If what you're experiencing crosses into abuse, verbal, emotional, or physical, these tips aren't enough. Real support is needed, and your safety always comes first.Resources & Next Steps:If you'd like support handling anger, yours or someone else's, and building calmer, more loving relationships:Visit: angersecrets.comBook a free 30-minute phone callAccess the free training on "Breaking The Anger Cycle"

If the idea of FaceTime sex makes you want to immediately close your laptop and never speak of it again, I get it — but hear me out. Whether you're in a long-distance relationship, traveling, or just looking to try something new with a partner you see every day, virtual sex is one of the most underrated tools for keeping intimacy alive. And when you do it right, it's genuinely hot. In this episode, I'm walking you through everything you need to know — from the practical setup to what to actually say — so it stops feeling awkward and starts feeling like real sex. In this episode, you'll learn: • How to actually set up, prepare, and get in the mood before the call — including the one thing you can do beforehand that builds confidence and arousal at the same time • What to say during FaceTime sex, even if dirty talk doesn't come naturally to you — plus how to use past memories, future fantasies, and simple direction to keep things moving • How to handle it when your partner's virtual kinks don't match yours, when sexting with someone outside your relationship starts bleeding into your real one, and how to know when a sexting session is actually over This episode is sponsored by... LELO SONA 3 – https://lelo.to/HX2gO (Use code SWE20 for a stackable 20% off!) More Dr. Emily:  • Shop With Emily! Explore Emily's favorite toys, pleasure accessories, bedroom essentials, and more — designed to support your pleasure and confidence. Free shipping on orders $99+ (some exclusions apply).5 • Interested in 1:1 Coaching with Emily? Go to sexwithemily.com/coaching to apply!  • Sex With Emily Guides: Explore pleasure, deepen connections, and enhance intimacy using these Sex With Emily downloadable guides. • The only sex book you'll ever need: Smart Sex: How to Boost Your Sex IQ and Own Your Pleasure • Want more? Visit the Sex With Emily Website • Let's get social: Instagram | X | Facebook | TikTok | Threads | YouTube • Let's text: Sign up here • Want me to slide into your email inbox? Sign Up Here for sex tips on the regular. Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:48 - Who Benefits from Virtual Sex (Long-Distance, Couples & Singles) 3:34 - Sending Nudes: Risks, Consent & Generational Differences 6:51 - Safety First: Platforms, Boundaries & Mutual Consent 8:01 - The Power of Foreplay Before You Go Live 10:58 - How to Pull Off FaceTime Sex: Prep, Setup & Device Tips 16:16 - Dirty Talk & What to Actually Say in the Moment 20:06 - Q&A: How to Spice Up Virtual Sex 22:07 - Q&A: Navigating Kinks You're Not Into 26:44 - Q&A: How Does a Sexting Session Actually End? 28:28 - Q&A: Is Sexting Outside My Marriage Cheating? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3. Sinan Ciddi: Analyzes Turkey's deployment of F-16s to Northern Cyprus following Iranian missile fire,. He discusses Turkey testing US boundaries, its regional rivalry with Iran, and potential Turkishsupport for Hezbollah to undermine Israel,,. (35 words) (3)1900 ISTANBUL

Ben Kinney, Bob Stewart and Chad Hyams dive into the profound impact of regrets shaped by relationships. Reflecting on personal anecdotes, they explore navigating regrets and conflicts through forgiveness and generosity. Ben shares intimate stories, highlighting how unresolved issues can hinder personal growth and happiness. They emphasize the importance of forgiveness as a unilateral action and generosity beyond material giving. This introspective conversation encourages evaluating relationships and adopting practices for a regret-free life centered on emotional intelligence and healing. Discover tools for resolving conflicts and nurturing meaningful connections. ---------- Connect with the hosts: •    Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/ •    Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob •    Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/ •    Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/   More ways to connect: •    Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive •     Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up •     Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/   Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network 00:00 Overcoming Regrets Through Emotional Intelligence and Relationships 02:30 Reflecting on Loss, Regret, and Missed Opportunities with Family 04:57 Managing Resentment to Preserve Relationships 08:56 The Power of Forgiveness in Resolving Resentment 12:48 Forgiveness and Moving On After Betrayal 14:38 Forgiveness, Boundaries, and Letting Go of Unresolved Conflicts 15:59 Living a Life of No Regrets Through Forgiveness and Generosity

In this podcast, I respond to a post that proposed Magic should "stick to its fantasy roots." As a Magic historian, I make the case that Magic has been stretching the boundaries of what fantasy is since Limited Edition (Alpha). For those who like deep dives into Magic history, this episode is for you.

In episode 58 of Wake Up to Wealth, Brandon Brittingham interviews Desirae Williams, a powerhouse in the real estate industry, as she discusses her new coaching program aimed at helping real estate agents and team leaders thrive in today's market. Tune in for inspiration and practical advice on how to elevate your business and personal life   SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS Brandon Brittingham Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mailboxmoneyb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandon.brittingham.1/ Desi Williams Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realdesiwilliams/?hl=en WEBSITES Brandon Brittingham: https://www.brandonsbrain.org/home ========================== SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: Rocketly: https://rocketly.ai/ Accruity: https://accruity.com/

Curious? Watch Our Money Makeover Bootcamp!Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now!Check Out Emily's Podcast!Budget besties, this one is for all of us who have ever walked into Target for one thing and somehow left with a cart full of “why did I buy this?” items.In this episode, we're joined by Emily McDermott, host of Moms Overcoming Overwhelm, to talk about what clutter really means and why it is about so much more than stuff. We dig into the connection between overspending, emotional clutter, identity shifts, and the overwhelm so many women feel in this season of life.Emily shares practical ways to declutter your home, your mind, and even your habits around shopping. We also talk about how creating simple boundaries around your money and your stuff can lead to more peace, more clarity, and way less stress.If you've been feeling buried by clutter, tempted by impulse buys, or just craving a fresh reset, this conversation will leave you encouraged and empowered.In this episode, we talk about:Why Target feels so hard to resist for so many womenThe connection between clutter, emotional overwhelm, and identity shiftsHow the “experience” of shopping can lead to overspendingWhy the pause gives you power before making a purchaseWhat to do instead of buying bins and baskets firstThe real reason most people feel disorganizedEmily's quick decluttering reset: Trash, Relocate, and Anything to get rid ofHow “container limits” can help you manage your home and your spendingWhy freedom works best inside clear boundariesHow simplifying your home can support the life you're living right nowLet's Take Our Relationship To The Next Level:1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coachingThis podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice.This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase.Click here to view our privacy policy.

In today's episode, I share a few core themes to guide you through the intense collective waves we're moving through, as well as a kind of intuitive ‘poem' to support you in stepping into a new kind of power and light. This one feels super potent, so I hope it's supportive for you as you navigate these times. Sending you lots of loveXo Instagram: @yourquantumlife | @bonniempiesse Youtube: @yourquantumlifewithbonnie

Many people struggling with codependency feel torn between honoring God's call to forgive and protecting the boundaries they've prayerfully put in place. Join us Monday at 7:30 PM EST when we will explore how forgiveness and boundaries can work together, not against each other, and discover how to navigate opposition God's way! God has timeless truths to help you navigate life and live in freedom as He intended. Join us LIVE on Mondays at 7:30 PM ET where we answer your questions on how to Conquer Codependency God's Way. Do you have a question you would like Aliene to address? We've got you! Just leave your question in the comments below or email questions@treasuredministries.com Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment if this episode resonates with you! For more information/resources check out the links below: ⇨ Visit the Treasured Ministries Website: https://treasuredministries.com/ ⇨ Sign up for our FREE newsletter and get inspiration for your faith journey https://treasuredministries.activehos... ⇨ Donate: https://treasuredministries.com/donate/ ⇨Sign up for retreat https://treasuredministries.com/retreat/ _____________________ Treasured Ministries provides discipleship, biblical resources, and community for women so they can exchange codependency for God dependency and thrive. For more information visit https://treasuredministries.com ______________________ Aliene Thompson is the president of Treasured Ministries International, the creator of the Nourish Bible Study Method, and the founder of the Treasured Tribe, an online Christian community for women. Her popular series on YouTube, "Conquering Codependency God's Way", helps women worldwide move from codependency to God dependency so they can live in freedom as God intended. #codependence #conqueringcodependency:0

In this episode of Speak the Truth, Michael interviews Chris Minott, Director of Soul Care and Biblical Counseling at Summit Church in Fort Myers, Florida, about codependency within ongoing discussions of trauma. Minott explains codependency's cultural origin in the late 1970s around addiction-affected relationships and defines it as overly responsible, controlling, identity-seeking behavior that continues even when the addict recovers. She frames codependency biblically as relational idolatry and fear of man, drawing on Ed Welch's When People Are Big and God Is Small, and describes manifestations such as people-pleasing, caretaking, rescuing, and helpless-victim patterns. Using Galatians 6:1–5, she distinguishes burden-bearing from carrying one's own load, offers tools to clarify responsibility versus concern and entrusting concerns to God, emphasizes God's attributes, and points to Jesus' example (including Lazarus) for compassionate, truth-filled love.00:00 Welcome and Topic Setup00:49 Meet Chris Minott03:37 What Codependency Means04:44 Cultural Roots and Heart Issues09:39 Common Codependency Patterns14:03 Burden Bearing vs Enabling16:16 Tools for Healthy Boundaries23:07 Jesus as the Model25:07 Final Thanks and Wrap UpEpisode MentionsCounseling Codependency Handout - Chris Minott

Ep. 238 Returning to yourself isn't a one-time moment. It's a lifelong practice. In the final installment of the Return to Self series, Maryann Rivera-Dannert explores one of the most important tools for protecting your healing: healthy boundaries. Many women are conditioned to equate love with self-sacrifice, but boundaries are not about controlling others—they are about protecting your peace, energy, and authenticity. In this episode, Maryann shares how boundaries reveal the health of our relationships, prevent resentment, and help us stay aligned with the woman we are becoming. Key Takeaways: • Boundaries protect your emotional well-being and healing • Resentment grows where boundaries are missing • Societal conditioning often teaches women to abandon themselves • Boundaries help you manage your emotional energy • Internal boundaries are just as important as the ones we set with others

Navigating boundaries through self-honesty and staying grounded, Ramdev teaches listeners how to say no with an open heart.“It's pretty easy to say no with a closed heart. It's pretty easy to say yes with an open heart. But, can you say no with an open heart?" –RamDev This week on Healing at the Edge, RamDev discusses:The seven chakras throughout our development Feeling worthy of receiving the profound blessings in each momentThe psychological perspective of boundaries: saying no lovinglyGetting into the energetic body of boundariesThe necessity of being centered & grounded in order to set boundariesOpening to God and others without being overwhelmedLeaving behind fear, guilt, and shame in order to accept love and keep the heart openPracticing self-honesty and mindfulness so that we can set strong boundariesAbout RamDev Dale Borglum:RamDev Dale Borglum founded and directed the Hanuman Foundation Dying Center in Santa Fe, New Mexico, the first residential facility in the United States to support conscious dying. He has been the Executive Director of the Living/Dying Project in Santa Fe and since 1986 in the San Francisco Bay Area. He is the co-author with Ram Dass, Daniel Goleman and Dwarka Bonner of Journey of Awakening: A Meditator's Guidebook, Bantam Books and has taught meditation since 1974.RamDev offers lectures and workshops on the topics of meditation, healing, spiritual support for those with life ­threatening illness, and on caregiving as spiritual practice. He has a doctorate degree from Stanford University. RamDev's passion is the healing of our individual and collective fear of death so that we may be free.Learn more about RamDev's work via the Living/Dying Project and follow him on Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok.“Would it be possible to have good, strong, appropriate boundaries if you were not centered in the first place? Would it be possible to have some ongoing loving relationship with yourself, with God, with another human being, if you were not centered?” –RamDevSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Proverbs 7:1-5, Leviticus 26:14-27:34, Luke 1:1-25. Like the rules of football, they do not stop the enjoyment of the game Rather, they enable the game of life to be enjoyed to the full

Some people say rules are made to be broken, but that mindset can quietly work against you when it comes to your boundaries. In today's episode, “Every Boundary You Honor Strengthens a Relationship — Especially This One,” Jacquette shares why asking her clients about the rules they set, and how faithfully they follow them, reveals the true health of their relationship with money.A boundary isn't just a polite way to express needs. They're reflective of your self‑awareness, your standards, your communication, and your responsibility; the very qualities that shape how you lead and how you do business. When you can honor your boundaries even under pressure and influence, you're already operating from a place of alignment, clarity, and strength. And that puts you miles ahead when money enters the picture.Boundaries aren't restrictions. They're alignment. They're self‑respect in action. Tune in to explore how honoring your boundaries is one of the most powerful ways to honor yourself.Clarity: Money Clarity | 5 Questions You Need to Ask Yourself — Jacquette TimmonsWant More? Check Out:www.jacquettetimmons.comwww.jacquettetimmons.com/digital-productswww.instagram.com/jacquettemtimmonsBuyMeACoffee.com/JacquetteSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you're avoiding boundaries because you don't want to seem selfish, this will flip the script. Healthy boundaries can create more emotional intimacy, reduce unhealthy feelings, and stop the burnout and stress spiral. So many kind, caring people get stuck in a pattern of saying yes when they really mean no. They're not weak, and they're not doing anything “wrong.” They're often afraid of conflict, afraid of disappointing someone, or afraid of losing a relationship. And that fear can pull you into the people pleasing cycle: over-giving, exhaustion, resentment, and eventually that sharp “No” that comes out of nowhere and leaves everyone feeling hurt. In this episode of the Love, Happiness and Success Podcast, we're talking about how to set boundaries in a way that protects your relationships instead of damaging them. You'll learn what healthy boundaries in relationships actually look like, why boundaries are not about controlling anyone else's behavior, and how to set a boundary with clarity and kindness — even when someone else has big feelings about it. If you've been wondering how to stop people pleasing, or you're trying to figure out what are healthy boundaries in a relationship, this is a practical place to start. As you listen, notice where you've been making your needs smaller to keep the peace, and what might change if your boundaries became an act of love for both of you. Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Why Boundaries Protect Relationships 04:26 Why Setting Boundaries Feels So Hard 06:45 The People-Pleasing Cycle 11:19 The Paradox: Boundaries Create Intimacy 15:53 Passive, Aggressive, and Assertive Communication 18:10 The Real Secret to Healthy Boundaries 27:36 Requests vs Boundaries 36:40 How to Start Practicing Boundaries 39:06 The 3-Step Boundary Process 45:46 What Their Reaction Tells You About The Relationship 50:36 Resources and Next Steps If this episode is hitting close to home, maybe you're recognizing people pleasing patterns, or noticing how hard it's been to set boundaries in a relationship, I want to offer you something that can make this easier. You can book your free consultation with Growing Self as a kind of “first step” for yourself. It's private, secure, and only takes a couple of minutes. You'll answer three quick questions so we can help you find the right support and match you with the best counselor or coach for what you're working on. If you're practicing setting healthy boundaries in relationships, you don't have to do it alone. xoxo, Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby Growing Self Special thanks to this month's sponsors of Love, Happiness, and Success: Shopify: The all-in-one platform to build and grow your online business. Explore exclusive listener discounts at shopify.com/lhs Working Genius founder Patrick Lencioni is on a mission to create self understanding and connection by helping people understand their genius and that of others. Listen to our conversation, then discover your strengths and get 20% off with code LHS at workinggenius.com Strawberry.me — Career coaching that helps you gain clarity, build a strategic plan, and take confident steps toward the career you want with expert support. Get 50% off your first coaching session at strawberry.me/LHS

ABOUT THE EPISODE:Tough love. Two words that get thrown around constantly in the addiction world, and yet nobody can quite agree on what they mean. Kick them out. Cut them off. Save yourself. That's the version I heard early on, and I couldn't do it. Not because I was too soft, but because something about it felt fundamentally wrong - especially with a teenager.In this episode, Cathy and I get practical on the topic of this illusive thing called “tough love.” We walk through the nine actual actions we took with our own kids, in order, from the very first steps all the way to the hardest ones (ones we call “strong love”) as a way of demonstrating action, not theories. Just two moms who were figuring it out as we went, without the language, community or support we needed at the time.YOU'LL LEARN:What Dr. Gabor Maté said about tough love that stopped me coldWhy I stopped using the phrase “tough love” and what I call it insteadNine “strong love” actions Cathy and I took with our own kids, and what we wish we had done differentlyThe thing every person in recovery has told me about what finally changed things for themThe two books I recommend to every parent, no matter where you are in thisEPISODE RESOURCES:Heather Hayes on Hopestream episode 111Mary Crocker Cook on Hopestream episode 223Jessica Lahey on Hopestream episode 163Trish Ruggles on Hopestream episode 313Safe Enough To Change course in Hopestream Community's Limited MembershipThis podcast is part of a nonprofit called Hopestream CommunityGet our free, 4-video course, Hope Starts Here, and access to our Limited Membership hereLearn about The Stream, our private online community for momsFind us on Instagram hereWatch the podcast on YouTube hereDownload a free e-book, Worried Sick: A Compassionate Guide For Parents When Your Teen or Young Adult Child Misuses Drugs and AlcoholHopestream Community is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and an Amazon Associate. We may make a small commission if you purchase from our links.

In this conversation, Sonali Chandra shares how embracing her truth as the lead of Virgin taught her to live life on her own timeline, set strong boundaries, and find confidence despite societal pressure and criticism. 5 Key Takeaways: Own your truth unapologetically. Real confidence comes from accepting who you are and refusing to conform to societal expectations or timelines. Being “different” can be your greatest strength. Sonali turned what made her stand out, her personal story, into a platform to inspire and educate others. Boundaries protect your peace. Cutting ties with unsupportive people and refusing to engage with critics is sometimes necessary for personal growth. Mental health matters. Therapy, mindfulness, and staying present helped her navigate anxiety, criticism, and the pressures of public visibility. Success starts with self-belief. Focusing on what you can control, showing up authentically, and letting go of others' opinions creates opportunities and confidence over time. Connect with Lucy: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mslucyliu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mslucyliu Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/mslucyliu LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mslucyliu TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mslucyliu YouTube: https://youtube.com/@mslucyliu Website: https://www.lucyliucoaching.com Podcast: https://www.lucyliucoaching.com/podcast   Wanna double your confidence in 30 seconds?  Get the ultimate secret here: http://www.confidentandepic.com   Connect with Sonali Chandra: https://www.sonalichandra.com