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Have you ever wondered why songwriting feels effortless one day — and impossible the next? What if the problem isn't that you're creatively blocked, but that you're in a different stage of the songwriting process? In this episode, I'm looking back on an unexpected discovery. What started as a summer of recording podcast episodes about singing, songwriting, and creativity turned into a deep study of the creative process itself. As I paid attention to my own songwriting practice, I began noticing familiar patterns: gathering ideas, choosing a direction, working through the messy middle, finishing a song, and finally finding the courage to share it. Every stage has its own challenges. Every songwriter gets stuck somewhere. The key isn't trying to force your way through—it's learning to recognize where you are and what that stage is asking of you. Whether you're struggling to find song ideas, stuck halfway through a draft, caught in perfectionism, or having a hard time finishing and sharing your music, this episode will help you locate yourself in the process so you can keep moving forward with greater clarity and confidence. Next Steps: Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: hello@reawakenyourvoice.com

In this video, I break down how misogyny and narcissism overlap, and why so many misogynistic men show classic narcissistic traits like entitlement, lack of empathy and a belief they're superior to women. Drawing on research that links narcissism and hostile sexism, as well as my own perspective as a clinically diagnosed narcissist, we'll talk about how viewing women as “less than,” objectifying them and needing them as supply while secretly despising them creates a very specific form of abuse. You'll learn why these men need admiration from women they don't see as full human beings, how patriarchy and collective narcissism fuel “boys' club” misogyny, and why their behavior is about control and ego, not genuine attraction or respect. If you've dated someone who hates women, treats you like property or uses feminist language while acting deeply sexist at home, this video will give you language and clarity to understand what you're dealing with. We'll also discuss red flags and how to protect yourself from misogynistic narcissistic dynamics.Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

You left the relationship. You're rebuilding your life. You're even trying to reconnect with friends.So why does every interaction leave you questioning everything?In this Friday Coaching Corner, I answer a listener question from a survivor who wants connection but finds herself constantly analyzing whether people are genuine, worrying about how she showed up, and struggling to trust her own judgment.Questions We'll ExploreHow do I know the difference between discernment and hypervigilance?Why do I replay conversations and judge myself so harshly afterward?How do I rebuild trust without becoming naive?We'll talk about the impact of coercive control and isolation on trust, why your nervous system may still be scanning for danger, and how trust is rebuilt one safe relationship at a time.Register for the Free Webinar Series - Why Co-Parenting Feels Like a Trap  here - https://mailchi.mp/risingbeyondpc/coparentingPlease leave us a review or rating and follow/subscribe to the show. This helps the show get out to more people.If you want to chat more about this topic I would love to continue our conversation over on Instagram! @risingbeyondpcIf you want to support the show you may do so here at, Buy Me A Coffee. Thank you! We love being able to make this information accessible to you and your community.If you've been looking for a supportive community of women going through the topics we cover, head over to our website to learn more about the Rising Beyond Community. - https://www.risingbeyondpc.com/Where to find more from Rising Beyond:Rising Beyond FacebookRising Beyond LinkedInRising Beyond Pinterest If you're interested in guesting on the show please fill out this form - https://forms.gle/CSvLWWyZxmJ8GGQu7Enjoy some of our freebies!Choosing Your Battles FreebieCanned Responses FreebieMic Drop Moments Freebie...

Alles läuft super (zumindest objektiv betrachtet) und du hast trotzdem das Gefühl, dass sich alles falsch anfühlt? Vielleicht steckst du gerade in der Midlife Crisis. Als Kind dachte ich immer, dass man in der Midlife Crisis ist, wenn ein 45-55 jähriger Mann sich einen roten Sportwagen kauft und mit der Sekretärin durchbrennt. Heute sehe ich das etwas differenzierter. Und genau darum geht es auch. in dieser Folge von Power ON. Ich teile darin mit dir: Wie ich aus Coaching Sessions die MidLife Crisis von Eltern erlebe Anzeichen an denen du erkennen kannst, ob du selbst gerade in einer Midlife Crisis bist Konkrete Tipps wie du damit umgehen kannst Hör rein und lass dich inspirieren. Schön, dass es dich gibt und Danke, dass du Hörer/-in von Power ON bist. Power ON! Deine Elisabeth ---- Jeden zweiten Donnerstag eine neue Folge von Power On Möchtest du wieder Priorität im eigenen Leben sein? Dann kannst du dich hier für meinen online Kurs: Hol dir deine Power zurück anmelden Let's keep in touch Lass mir gerne auch eine Rezension zum Podcast da. Danke, dass du den Podcast hörst, weiterempfiehlst und bewertest! Es ist immer wieder so schön, eure Rezensionen zum Podcast zu lesen.

This is a behind-the-scenes bonus episode — a real, unedited session from inside my coaching programme, where I take a group of high-performing men through the one habit that I believe is responsible for 90% of their success. The morning routine. Not the surface-level version. Not the Instagram version. The world-class version — and the five qualities that separate the men who are doing it at a 4 from the men doing it at a 10. In this session we cover: •Why pressing snooze is not just about sleep — it is the attitude you are setting for your entire life •The five qualities of a world-class morning routine: attention to detail, consistency, ownership, non-negotiable standards, and obsession with fundamentals •The five non-negotiables that fit your time, energy, and focus framework: control your state of mind, move your body, protect your focus, connect with your mission, and lead your day •Why the morning routine is as important as your marriage — and what happens when you treat it that way •The "empty pockets" analogy — how movement shakes out the overthinking, the fear, and the toxic noise •Why looking at your phone in the first hour of the day is like running a marathon without warming up •The invisible accountability partner: if your coach was watching you right now, what would he score you? •Why the morning is your only real window to connect with your mission — and why you will never find that bandwidth during the working day This is what real transformation looks like. Not a highlight reel. Men doing the work, being challenged, and raising their standard. If you want to be in a room where this is the standard, join the seminar waiting list:   https://consulting.boardmanjames.com/seminarwaitinglist Let's get to work.      

This episode is sponsored by TRAUMA-CONSCIOUS LIFE COACHING WITH GENA CAMBELL: You're not just holding space for yourself , you're stepping into your strength. This is where healing meets intention, and where women rise together. What happens when someone says they want change, but decides they are not willing to look at what is keeping them stuck? In this episode, I share one of the hardest decisions I have had to make as a coach and the lesson it reinforced: growth requires more than information, strategy, or support. It requires honesty, curiosity, and a willingness to do the work. I also share three simple questions you can ask yourself every day: What worked? What did not work? What am I willing to try next? You do not need to have everything figured out. But you do have to be willing to look, learn, and take the next step.

In this video, I tackle one of the most painful questions survivors ask: “Did they ever really care about me, or was it all fake?” As a clinically diagnosed, self‑aware narcissist, I explain how narcissistic people can have a limited emotional capacity, why some can only give you all the 'love they have' and why that still doesn't excuse abuse. We'll talk about why you stayed, why they put in such low effort, and how self‑love and boundaries matter more than trying to squeeze real love out of someone who can't give it. If you've built a whole life with a toxic person and now feel like it was all a lie, this video will give you language, perspective, and validation for your healing. Stay to the end for a reminder that you DID matter and why their limitations don't define your worth.Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

In this live coaching session, you'll have the opportunity to listen to the challenges Ali is navigating as we explore the loss of connection and attraction in his romantic partnership.What initially looked like a strong circumstantial change that shifted their dynamic turned out to be something completely different, as we explored Ali's contribution to this dynamic.What we discovered is how much of it traces back to difficult experiences he's navigated, through which he has had to adapt and learn how to protect himself.And while it might have supported him at one stage of his life, it was now leading to a breakdown in the closeness he was experiencing with his partner, and the attraction.Discover here how painful experiences with our family can teach us a sense of self-reliance, something I observe with many men, and how ruptures in our connections can lead us to unconsciously distance ourselves from the closeness we actually crave from our partners.If you listen closely, I'd argue that this is going to be a session many of you might be able to relate to...To me, it highlights that powerful leadership isn't just about the ways we lead and direct areas such as the provision for our relationships, but rather, it often begins by honestly assessing the aspects we're quietly carrying that are impacting our connection.This one was for sure a relatable one for me, and I know for many high performers I work with as well.Here you get to discover the vulnerable story of a man who's father tried to take his own life when he was 18, how a five year relationship ended at the height of his addiction, and how his nervous system learned early on that other people's wellbeing was his job and his alone.In this coaching session, find out:The big life shift that changed the dynamic between Ali and his partnerHow he went from being her lover to feeling like her caregiverThe night his father's suicide attempt left him feeling responsible for othersHow over responsibility can turn into a lifelong habit of self-reliance and not being able to receiveHow ruptures in the relationship taught him to no longer be available for connectionWhy always being the one to lead can actually be a way of avoiding being let downWhy praising a woman for who she is, not just what she does, can entirely change the dynamicWhat came up for him during the breathwork journey that closed out the sessionI carry deep respect and appreciation for Ali's willingness to bring this topic so openly to our recorded session. To me, it takes a big man to admit what's not working in the relationship, especially around sensitive topics such as love and attraction, and to have the willingness to examine his part.This episode's for anyone who's built their worth around being the one who's always got themselves, and has never stopped to ask what it might cost them to not allow themselves to need someone.—Connect with Alex: ◼ Website: https://www.alexlehmann.co◼ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexlehmann_/◼ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@heartofmanpodcast◼ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/alexlehmann-hom◼ Listen to this conversation on Apple Podcasts and leave a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heart-of-man/id1697289478◼ Email: alexlehmanncoaching@gmail.com◼ Think we might be a good fit to work together? Let's find out & schedule a free connection call (one spot available at present time): https://ahb8n7i1908.typeform.com/to/ddTCwpJP

Send us Fan MailIf you've ever felt like your own body stopped taking direction from you, this one's for you.This week on The UpLevel Podcast, join us for a deeply personal coaching session as Christie Mann, executive coach, leadership educator, and co-founder of UpLevel Productions, steps into the client seat as Master Certified Coach Nick Kettles, who has spent more than 25 years working with grief, transition, and ancestral healing, guides her through one of the biggest transitions of her life.Together they explore the grief of letting go of an identity built on capacity, achievement, and always having it together. This conversation is about far more than hormones. It is about what happens when the version of yourself that has carried you for decades can no longer carry you the same way. It is about learning to rest without guilt, discovering a different kind of strength, and trusting that wisdom often grows when productivity slows. Nick brings together Co-Active Coaching, grief work, constellation practices, trauma-informed coaching, and ancestral healing to help Christie make meaning of this threshold. What begins as a conversation about fear gradually becomes an exploration of possibility, elderhood, and giving ourselves permission to become someone new. Whether you are experiencing perimenopause yourself, supporting someone who is, or navigating any season of profound transition, this episode offers language, compassion, and hope for what can emerge when we stop fighting change.In This Episode:Why the exhaustion of perimenopause might be making room for something deeper than physical restThe difference between leadership and eldership, and why one requires letting go of the otherWhat it means to "own" your energy, your work, and your worth without deferring or diluting itHow ancestral trauma and ancestral vitality both live in the body, and how naming your lineage can be part of healing itWhy so many women in this season describe feeling like Bambi: new, unsteady, and strangely innocentA moment of real grief work, honoring a great-grandmother lost to suicide and the silence that followedCoaching Grief and Loss Masterclass | Oct 14th for 5 weeks Reserve your slot here: https://phoenixconsulting.eu.com/coaching-grief-and-loss/UpLevel with Grace | SubstackRead Here: When the Estrogen Has Left the BuildingAbout Nick:Nick is a Master Certified Coach, and healer of 25 years experience in the human potential movement. In a desire to escape an awkward and painful past, throughout his life, he frequently mistook his own adaptive and often reactive life strategies as evidence of a purposeful existence.Today, however, he increasingly finds delight in finally moving slow enough to discover that our purpose and indeed our spirituality can be found at the heart of our messy humanity. This realization guides all his work whether as a coach, trainer, designer or writer.Website: https://nickkettles.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickkettles/

In this video, I break down why narcissists hate it when you block them everywhere—phone, text, social media and email and why their reaction is NOT your fault. As a clinically diagnosed, self‑aware narcissist, I explain how blocking cuts off their narcissistic supply, triggers a massive ego injury, and exposes their need for control. You'll learn what to expect when you go no contact, how they might rage, hoover, or smear you, and why those behaviors are actually proof that your boundaries are working. If you're scared to block a toxic ex, parent or friend, this video will give you clarity, language and validation to protect your mental health. Watch to the end for practical tips on staying firm when they try to break through your boundaries.Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

How do you know when a song is actually finished? Not when it's perfect. Not when you've exhausted every possible revision. But when it's ready to let go. In this episode, we're exploring the final stage of the songwriting process: knowing when to stop revising and trust the song you've written. I share what happened after revisiting an old song that finally found its missing verse—only to discover myself slipping into endless tweaking, second-guessing, and overthinking every artistic decision. We'll talk about the difference between healthy revision and hypercriticism, why perfectionism keeps so many songwriters stuck, and how to recognize when another rewrite isn't helping the song anymore. Sometimes the hardest part of songwriting isn't finding inspiration or writing the first draft—it's trusting yourself enough to finish. Whether you're working on your first song or your fiftieth, this episode is an invitation to embrace the imperfect beauty of your work and remember that every finished song is simply a snapshot of who you were when you chose to let it go. In this episode, we'll explore: how to know when a song is finished the final stage of the songwriting process songwriting revision vs. perfectionism editing and revising song lyrics overcoming self-criticism in songwriting trusting your creative instincts why finishing a song is an act of trust avoiding overthinking during the songwriting process letting go of perfection and releasing your music building a sustainable creative practice Next Steps: Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: reawakenyourvoice.com

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In this video, I explain why you should leave the very first time someone lies to you in dating or relationships, from the perspective of a clinically diagnosed narcissist who knows how “little lies” grow into entire fake lives. We'll talk about why a relationship built on even one dishonest foundation stone will eventually crumble, how age lies on dating apps turn into lies about education, job, and marital status, and why love‑bombers cry and promise “I'll never lie again” right when you catch them. I'll walk through the age‑gap story, the way physical attraction and money make people overlook red flags, and how forgiving the first lie almost always leads to discovering a whole pattern of deception later. If you've ever found yourself trying to get a liar to change instead of protecting your own reality, this video will give you the clarity and permission to treat that first lie as your exit signal, not a test of how much you can tolerate.Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

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Why is being a “ride or die” for a narcissistic or toxic partner is one of the worst decisions you can make, from the perspective of a clinically diagnosed narcissist who's watched survivors emotionally die in these relationships. We'll talk about how narcissists play the victim to hook your empathy, convince you that everyone has abandoned them, and turn your loyalty into a one‑way street where you sacrifice friends, family, and boundaries while they give you nothing back. I'll explain the difference between a real ride‑or‑die bond (symbiotic, both people benefit) and the parasitic version with a narcissist, where your emotional “gold mine” gets pillaged until you barely recognize yourself. If you've ever felt like you were riding till you die for someone who wouldn't cross the street for you, this video will help you name what's happening, stop confusing exploitation for loyalty, and start choosing your own life over their chaosBook a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on a real coaching session from inside The Growth Collective, where I work with brilliant women every month on refining the exact messaging shifts that lead to more sales. You'll get a front-row seat as I coach three powerhouse business owners through their current content and messaging challenges—from an email marketing consultant who just had three years-long lurkers turn into paying clients, to a Pilates studio owner navigating the move from in-person to online membership, to a high-level intimacy coach who works with CEOs and YPO leaders but feels like a "well-kept secret" online. We dig into the difference between visibility and conversion, why content is the car and messaging is the gas, and how the "so, but" transitions inside my Momentum Messaging Framework can transform a flat post into one that moves people toward a buying decision. We talk about giving yourself permission to go all in on one platform that actually feels aligned (instead of being everywhere), how to extract content from the work you're already doing with clients, and why the issue is almost never the platform—it's the messaging. If you've ever wondered what it actually looks like to be coached on your content in real time, this episode is your seat at the table. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!  KEY POINTS:  00:00 Welcome and Mission 00:53 Client Rebrand Journey 02:46 Algorithm and SEO Shifts 04:36 Refining Content to Convert 06:45 Lurkers Become Leads 08:16 Momentum Messaging Framework 09:57 Carrie Membership Challenge 11:32 From Reach to Sales Messaging 14:36 Defining the 45+ Audience 16:28 Content Audit Offer 17:06 Michelle Content Struggles 18:22 High Level Intimacy Retreat 20:33 Authority Messaging Shift 24:44 Pick One Core Channel 26:04 Podcast First Strategy 28:04 Content Match Your Depth 30:13 Repurpose Workshops Calls 32:51 Platform Choice Reflection 34:42 Wrap Up And Outro QUOTABLES: “  As you are thinking long-term with your nurture and even like your email strategy, this is really where the magic's going to happen. Because when content and nurture actually work together, that's when sales become natural instead of feeling forced on either end.” - Julie Solomon  “  What is giving you/them the clarity on how to communicate your expertise? Like how do you want to create to communicate your expertise? What are the phrases, the words, the nuances that you wanna be known for? Because that's what you have to lead with in content.” - Julie Solomon  RESOURCES: [UNSCRIPTED RETREAT 2027] Where your voice, your message, and your identity become one. February 3–5, 2027 • Nashville, Tennessee APPLY HERE [THE REVENUE ACCELERATOR] Book a strategy call to explore whether The Revenue Accelerator is the right next step for your business and leadership. Apply and schedule your call today. [ORDER] my book or Audible, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable so you can leverage the power of your own influence. Follow Julie on Instagram!MUST HAVES THIS MONTH: [EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO SCALE]From managing your store to running marketing campaigns, this platform offers everything you need to grow your business. Check it out here.

In this video, I break down why narcissists and abusive people are so cruel when they're discarding you, from the perspective of a clinically diagnosed narcissist who has been on the other side of that breakup. We'll talk about how ego injury and loss of control drive their rage, why they need to see you as “broken” or pathetic to justify leaving, and how smear campaigns, threats, and comparison to “new supply” become tools to repair their own shattered self‑image. I'll show you the hidden logic behind their cruelty, why they twist the story so you look like the abuser and how that keeps you stuck searching for closure in a situation that was never going to make sense. If you've ever wondered why the person who claimed to love you suddenly seemed to enjoy hurting you at the end, this breakdown will give you the clarity you need to stop blaming yourself, recognize the discard for what it is, and start focusing on your own healing.Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

In this video, I explain why a narcissist will never truly “pick” you in the way you're hoping for, from the perspective of a clinically diagnosed narcissist who's been on the other side of those choices. We'll talk about how narcissists see partners as temporary “supply,” why they chase newness and fantasy instead of commitment, and what's really going on when they discard you for someone else and still keep you on the hook. I'll break down why it was never about you not being enough, how trauma bonds make you fight to be chosen, and why you can't win a game that's rigged to keep you doubting your worth. Most importantly, you'll learn how to stop auditioning for their approval, see their “rejection” for what it really is, and choose yourself instead of waiting to be picked by someone who only values what you do for themBook a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

Have you ever held onto a lyric, melody, or song idea simply because you've lived with it for so long? In this episode, we're exploring a different stage of the songwriting process — not gathering inspiration, but choosing what belongs. I share the story of revisiting an old song and making one unexpected change that revealed a deeper, more honest version of the story it had been trying to tell all along. We'll talk about why artistic growth isn't just about creating more — it's about developing the discernment to recognize what truly serves the song. Sometimes the hardest part of songwriting isn't writing the next line. It's having the courage to let go of something good so something truer can emerge. Whether you're writing songs, making music, or simply learning to trust your creative instincts, this episode is an invitation to embrace the deeper work of choosing, revising, and telling the truth in your art. In this episode, we'll explore: the songwriting process beyond first drafts editing and revising song lyrics how to know what belongs in a song creative discernment and artistic choices telling the truth through songwriting letting go of lyrics that no longer serve the song trusting your creative instincts why honesty leads to stronger songs embracing revision as part of the creative process Next Steps: Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email Me: hello@reawakenyourvoice.com

In this video, I break down 10 signs you're in a toxic relationship with a narcissistic or emotionally abusive partner, from the perspective of a clinically diagnosed narcissist who's been on both sides of the dynamic. We'll talk about what it really means to ignore your intuition, why conflicts escalate so fast when you challenge them, how isolation from friends and family makes you easier to control, and why their apologies never lead to actual change. I'll show you how gaslighting, manipulation, and “I'm sorry for everything” keep you doubting yourself instead of their behavior, and why cutting people off for the chance at one toxic love leaves you more vulnerable than ever. If these signs sound familiar, this video will help you recognize the red flags, validate what you're feeling, and start planning how to protect your peace and break the cycle. Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

In this video, we dig into one of the hardest questions survivors ask after narcissistic or abusive relationships: do they actually regret what they did, or do they just regret losing you and their supply. As a clinically diagnosed narcissist, I'll break down how narcissists and other abusive people experience regret, why their “sorry” is usually about consequences and image, not your pain and how their defenses let them see everything as your fault so there's nothing to feel guilty about. Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

Why does it feel like a controlling person's version of love leaves you more confused, isolated, and exhausted than before? In this video, Lee Hammock breaks down the profound disconnect between what a toxic individual claims to feel and how they actually treat you. We pull back the curtain on why their words never match their actions, exposing the difference between genuine emotional connection and transactional control.If you have ever felt like something was fundamentally "off" even when they were showering you with affection, this breakdown will give you the psychological clarity you need to make sense of the confusion and protect your sanity.What We Cover In This Video:The Illusion of Love Bombing: How the early stages of overwhelming intensity, future faking, and the artificial "soulmate" narrative are designed to secure your compliance.When the Mask Drops: The predictable shift into devaluation, conditional affection, and extreme emotional coldness once they feel they fully possess you.Possession vs. Connection: Why a highly manipulative partner experiences "love" purely as ownership, emotional supply, and a reflection of their own ego rather than a mutual bond.Chasing the Ghost: Why survivors become deeply attached to the idealized, early version of the relationship and spend years trying to earn that phantom version back.Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

Trevor McGregor (Also known as Coach T.) has been a Real Estate Investor for over 2 decades now and is also a High Performance - Master Coach with over 45,000 one-to-one Coaching Sessions under his belt. He has worked with clients from around the world, including Fortune 500 Executives, Doctors, Attorneys, High-Level Real Estate Investors, Entrepreneurs, and even Olympic Athletes. They all come to Trevor for one thing: life-changing transformation, both personally and professionally, so that they can achieve More Success, More Wealth and More Freedom, faster than they ever thought possible.Connect with Trevor here:https://ca.linkedin.com/in/trevor-mcgregor-93375862https://www.facebook.com/trev.mcghttps://www.instagram.com/iamcoachtrevor/http://www.trevormcgregor.com/Don't forget to register for our FREE LinkedIn Content Creation Workshop here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/LinkedInContentRoadmap

Survivors of narcissistic abuse need CLARITY. They need the truth! They need to be pulled out of the world of delusions that the narcissist has them stuck in, in order to move on. This is probably one of, if not the most critical things that is holding so many people back from healing and moving on. Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

In this video, I break down why narcissists and toxic people gaslight you, from the perspective of a clinically diagnosed narcissist who has used gaslighting in relationships. We'll talk about how gaslighting lets them control the narrative, avoid accountability, protect their ego, and slowly erode your trust in your own memory, emotions, and reality so you become easier to manipulate. I'll walk you through common gaslighting phrases, the cycle that keeps you trauma‑bonded and self‑doubting, and the subtle ways they blame‑shift and project their behavior onto you. Most importantly, you'll learn practical steps to name gaslighting when it's happening, protect your sense of reality, and start breaking free from their control.Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

Feeling tired, stiff, or disconnected from your singing voice? In this episode, I'm sharing a simple 10-minute singing practice I used after a long holiday weekend to reconnect with my voice—without forcing it, judging it, or trying to sound "better." Instead of focusing on vocal technique or performance, this practice begins with noticing how your voice feels today, meeting it where it is, and allowing it to lead the way through humming, movement, improvisation, and familiar songs. We'll explore: how to reconnect with your singing voice in just 10 minutes what to do when your voice feels tired or low-energy why noticing your body's sensations can be more helpful than judging your sound how improvisation and movement can help your voice open naturally embracing your voice as it is instead of fighting against it If your singing has been feeling stale, disconnected, or you're simply looking for a gentle way back into your voice, I hope this practice helps you rediscover the joy of singing—exactly as you are today.

Have you ever walked away from a toxic relationship only to feel an overwhelming sense of guilt, or like leaving a narcissist was a literal crime? In this video, Lee Hammock exposes the deep psychological conditioning and trauma bond that tricks your brain into treating emotional withdrawal exactly like drug withdrawal, making your own self-preservation feel like a malicious betrayal. Unlike healthy attachments where breakups are simply sad, a controlling person grooms you to feel entirely responsible for their emotional state, triggering intense survivor guilt the moment you choose to save yourself. This crushing guilt is not your moral compass telling you that you did wrong—it is simply your brain going through withdrawal, and you do not owe stability to someone who chose to make you unstable.Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

I sit down with Charles as he opens up about a lifetime of searching for belonging after growing up without consistent parental support. Together, we unpack the shame he carries from past decisions, the emotional wounds that kept him looking for community in all the wrong places, and why true healing begins with self-forgiveness rather than self-punishment. We explore the power of confession, the importance of finding a place to safely tell your story, and what it really means to come home to yourself. If you've ever struggled to let go of your past or felt like you never truly belonged, this conversation is for you.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Welcome to the Coaching Session01:20 - The Weight of Shame and Past Mistakes03:32 - Childhood Abandonment and Early Trauma06:25 - Searching for Belonging Through Psychedelic Communities13:21 - When the Search for Healing Goes Wrong16:09 - Learning to Stop Being Strong All the Time20:26 - Carrying Secrets and Living With Regret23:36 - Feeling Like an Orphan in Search of Home26:58 - Fatherhood, Softness, and Breaking Survival Mode31:05 - Why Confession Is the First Step Toward Healing36:09 - Finding the Path Back to Yourself42:04 - What It Means to Come Home Within44:32 - Healing Before Helping Others49:56 - A Daily Practice for Self-Acceptance56:24 - Final Reflections and Next Steps***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

Why do abusers and controlling people suddenly start to despise the exact same things they claimed to love about you at the beginning of the relationship? In this video, Lee Hammock exposes the psychological bait-and-switch behind why a toxic individual turns your greatest strengths into your biggest sins. You'll learn how traits like your independence, financial success, vibrant social life, or deep empathy are initially treated as a prize to be won during the love-bombing phase, only to be treated as a direct threat during devaluation. We break down the fragile ego structures that cause an abusive person to resent your light, why they try to extinguish the qualities that made you special, and how to spot this systematic erosion before it destroys your self-esteem and mental health.Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

July 4th is supposed to be about freedom, but if you're stuck with a toxic or narcissistic partner, you probably feel more trapped than ever—and that's exactly what we're talking about in this video. As a clinically diagnosed narcissist, I break down why narcissistic people ruin holidays like Independence Day, how their mood and energy when they wake up sets the tone, and why you keep getting the silent treatment, bad juju, and “attitude” every time you try to celebrate with family or friends. We'll talk about why you're damned if you do and damned if you don't, how they use control and attention‑seeking to strip you of your power, and why you don't have to bring them along just so they can make everyone miserable. I'll show you how to choose the “damned” you can live with, protect your peace, enjoy your plans and your kids, and stop giving them the narcissistic supply they're craving. If this video empowers you to make a different choice today, share it with someone else stuck in a holiday with a narcissist so they don't have to spend Independence Day feeling controlled and alone.Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

David is joined by Kale Bakken, who built Power Clean Solutions to $125K completely solo with one truck and zero paid ads and is on track to double it this season. They break down what it takes to scale a solo pressure washing operation past $200K, from dropping unprofitable services and hiring your first year-round technician to building a real marketing budget and making the shift from doing the work to running the business.See where your business stands —Take the free Growth ScorecardListen to the full audiobook free — Get Off The TruckFollow HSBC Social's:Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | HSBC Accelerator | Jobber | Home Service Business Coach Email: info@homeservicebusinesscoach.com

Trauma Bonds Destroy any and Everyone Around Them, not just the person going through them. They cause division, toxicity and even more isolation for the people going through them. The person going through the trauma bond with the narcissist is in it but everyone else is going through it with them. Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

Strangulation is the single strongest predictor that domestic violence will escalate to homicide, yet it is still one of the most minimized and misunderstood forms of abuse. In this video, we break down what strangulation actually does to the body and brain, why it can cause serious or even fatal injury hours or days later, and why survivors often walk away with little or no visible marks. From a power‑and‑control perspective, we will talk about how non‑fatal strangulation is almost never “just a moment of anger,” but a deliberate test of power and a major red flag that your abuser is willing to cross into lethal territory. You'll also learn how the presence of firearms and a history of strangulation together can send your homicide risk through the roof, why so many survivors blame themselves or downplay what happened, and why that self‑blame is part of the danger. We'll walk through practical safety‑planning steps, hotline options, and resources so you can take this seriously, trust your instincts, and get support even if you're not sure what to do next. If someone has ever put their hands around your neck, this is not overreacting—this is about survival, and you deserve help and protection.Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

Real story from a viewer who has been through 14 years of narcissistic abuse.Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

If you feel like a late bloomer, and you're fearful that will come off like a "red flag" when you start dating, this is for you. This is a live coaching session with Dana, a healthcare worker who's never been in a long-term relationship and is wondering if it's too late for her. In one hour, Lily helps her build a full dating system from scratch. Inside this episode:

Have you ever had a song that stayed with you for years—but never seemed ready to be written? In this episode, I'm sharing a personal reflection on a song I've wanted to write for a long time and what it's teaching me about the songwriting process, creative timing, and learning to trust inspiration instead of forcing it. As America celebrates its 250th birthday, I've found myself returning to a creative desire that's been quietly living in me for years: to write a song that captures the beauty of home, freedom, and Americana summer nights. The inspiration is there. The imagery is there. But the song itself still hasn't arrived. Rather than seeing that as failure or creative block, I'm learning to see it differently. In this episode, we'll explore: why some songs take years to write trusting the timing of the songwriting process the difference between creative readiness and creative pressure how life experience shapes the songs we're meant to write why you don't have to force inspiration to create meaningful work If you've been waiting for the right words, the right melody, or the right time to finish a song, this conversation is an invitation to trust that some songs are written slowly—not because you're doing something wrong, but because they're still becoming.

What happens inside the mind of an abuser or a controlling person when you stop responding to them? In this video, Lee Hammock exposes the psychological panic that occurs when you ignore a toxic individual. You'll learn how silence starves their ego, why a complete lack of reaction strips an abusive person of their perceived power, and why your indifference is treated as an existential threat to their identity. We dive deep into the mechanics of why they would rather have you scream at them than ignore them, how your silence forces them to face their own internal emptiness, and what to expect when they launch a chaotic "extinction burst" to force you back into the ring. If you are ready to use the most powerful boundary in existence, this breakdown will give you the psychological leverage to hold your ground and protect your sanity.Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]

Why do you stay with someone who treats you terribly, while simultaneously believing they are your soulmate? In this video, Lee Hammock breaks down the exhausting psychological reality of cognitive dissonance in toxic relationships.Cognitive dissonance occurs when your brain is forced to hold two completely conflicting beliefs at the exact same time: "they love me" versus "they hurt me."We expose how an abuser or controlling person intentionally manufactures this mental fog through a calculated push-pull dynamic of intense love bombing followed by sudden cruelty. This isn't an accident—it's a design. We walk through the mechanics of the intermittent reinforcement cycle, the strongest form of behavioral conditioning known to psychology and explain the neurological basis of why you can't just walk away. Unpredictable dopamine hits from the rare "good moments" keep your brain chemically hooked, forcing you to hold onto a fantasy version of the abuser rather than the reality of who they are.Doubting your own memory and constantly questioning your reality.Justifying their toxic behavior to your friends, family, and yourself.Constant apologizing for things you didn't even do just to keep the peace.Total paralysis in decision-making because you no longer trust your own judgment.This intense mental friction traps you in a loop that literally makes you feel like you are going crazy. If you are ready to pull back the curtain on this emotional manipulation, stop the self-doubt, and reclaim your mental health, this deep dive is for you. Remember: naming it is your first step toward breaking it.Common Signs You Are Experiencing Cognitive Dissonance:Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠⁠]

Your child stopped fighting parenting time… but something still feels off. In this FCC episode, we unpack what may be happening when a young child goes from visible distress to emotional shutdown during transitions, how to think about attachment and regulation, and ways to support reconnection while avoiding assumptions or panic. From a child mental health perspective, what could be happening when a child goes from intense distress at transitions to seeming quiet or shut down?Is my ex right that this means things are getting better because she isn't kicking and screaming anymore?How do you tell the difference between adjustment, developmental changes, and a child protecting themselves emotionally?How can I support my daughter before and after transitions without making things harder for her?Are there signs I should watch for that suggest she may need more support, even if exchanges look “easier” on the surface?Register for the Free Webinar Series - Why Co-Parenting Feels Like a Trap  here - https://mailchi.mp/risingbeyondpc/coparentingPlease leave us a review or rating and follow/subscribe to the show. This helps the show get out to more people.If you want to chat more about this topic I would love to continue our conversation over on Instagram! @risingbeyondpcIf you want to support the show you may do so here at, Buy Me A Coffee. Thank you! We love being able to make this information accessible to you and your community.If you've been looking for a supportive community of women going through the topics we cover, head over to our website to learn more about the Rising Beyond Community. - https://www.risingbeyondpc.com/Where to find more from Rising Beyond:Rising Beyond FacebookRising Beyond LinkedInRising Beyond Pinterest If you're interested in guesting on the show please fill out this form - https://forms.gle/CSvLWWyZxmJ8GGQu7Enjoy some of our freebies!Choosing Your Battles FreebieCanned Responses FreebieMic Drop Moments Freebie...

Every narcissist quietly asks themselves one core question before they do anything for you: “How does this benefit me?” In this episode, clinically diagnosed narcissist Lee Hammock breaks down the selfish, calculated mindset behind narcissistic behavior, emotional abuse, hoovering, and why everything seems to come back to supply. You'll learn how a narcissist's lack of genuine empathy gets replaced with cold calculation, why both their “kindness” and their cruelty often have hidden motives, and how this shows up in real‑life relationships. Lee also shares practical scripts for communicating with a narcissist, framing requests so they see a benefit, and protecting your energy so you don't get stuck trying to “understand” them into changing. If you're dealing with a toxic partner and wondering why they do what they do, this video will help you see the pattern clearly and stop taking their behavior so personallyBook a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠⁠]

Sean Gathright is going to Jail for Life and listen to him making excuses for why he did what he did. He got sentenced to life in prison without parole for k*lling Julio Foolio over a beef that he wasn't even a part of. Book a Coaching Session: [⁠⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠⁠]

Trying to force your creativity to happen? There may be another way. As artists, we often feel pressure to know exactly where we're going. We want the finished vision, the clear plan, the perfect idea — and when we don't have those things, we may assume we're stuck. But the creative process doesn't always unfold in a straight line. Sometimes the work is in the unknown. In this episode, I'm exploring what it means to stop forcing an outcome and start trusting the creative process — allowing space for exploration, discovery, curiosity, and transformation. I'll share reflections from my own creative season of not knowing what my next project will be, and how I'm learning to embrace the adventure of creating rather than rushing toward the destination. We'll talk about: outcome-driven creativity vs. process-oriented creativity becoming comfortable with uncertainty why the unknown is part of the artistic journey how curiosity and exploration lead to meaningful work trusting yourself when the path isn't clear yet If you've been waiting for clarity before you begin, this episode is an invitation to stay engaged with your creativity and let the process reveal what comes next.

What actually happens inside a narcissistic or toxic person when they realize they can't control you anymore? In this video, from the perspective of a diagnosed narcissist, I break down the moment their manipulation and gaslighting stop working, how they react when you stop responding the way you used to, and what that means for you as a survivor or thriver.We'll talk about the first red flags that their control is slipping, the internal “ego death” and narcissistic injury they experience, why they briefly question themselves and then flip it back on you with blame, accusations, and new tactics, and how you can stay safe and grounded as you stand up for yourself, stop reacting, and break out of the cycle of abuse. If you're dealing with a narcissistic, toxic, or emotionally abusive partner, this video will help you understand their mindset when they lose control and why your new boundaries matter.Book a Coaching Session: [⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠]

What does your silence really do to a toxic person? In this video, we break down what happens inside a narcissistic or toxic person when you stop reacting, stop explaining, and go silent through no contact or low contact. We'll talk about why your silence feels like a loss of control to them, how it can trigger rage, smear campaigns, hoovering and love bombing, and why staying quiet can be a powerful step in breaking trauma bonds and reclaiming your peace.You'll learn the difference between abusive silent treatment they use to punish you vs. protective silence you use to heal, what to expect when you go no contact with a narcissist or toxic ex, and how to handle the anxiety, cravings, and guilt that come up when you stop responding. If you're recovering from emotional abuse, coercive control, or narcissistic abuse, this video will help you understand why your silence is not weakness it's often the beginning of your freedom.Book a Coaching Session: [⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠]

In this video, I open up about why I chose to use my narcissistic personality disorder diagnosis to help people instead of hiding it. I talk about suffering in silence with my own mental health, how I went from a covert, emotionally abusive narcissist to sitting in therapy for years, and why I decided to start speaking publicly about narcissism on social media.Book a Coaching Session: [⁠https://link.me/mentalhealness⁠]

In this special episode, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look inside one of our Thriving Coach Academy classroom experiences. You'll hear one of our students coaching another student in a practice coaching session, where a real challenge is brought forward and explored through the coaching process.After the coaching portion, you'll also hear feedback personally given by Frank Macri to support the student coach in continuing to refine their skills. This episode gives you a unique opportunity to hear what coaching practice can actually sound like, how coaches develop through feedback, and what it looks like to grow inside a supportive training environment.This session is shared with permission from both students and represents one student at one specific point in their coach training journey. Every coach develops at their own pace, so listen with curiosity rather than comparison. Our hope is that this episode gives you a meaningful glimpse into the kind of real-life practice, mentorship, and support students receive inside Thriving Coach Academy.To start a successful coaching business, visit ⁠www.thrivingcoachacademy.com⁠.

Watch This Video When You Miss Your Abusive, narcissistic ex and before you reach out to them. I'm a diagnosed narcissist and I go into detail about why you don't really miss the narcissist, you're trauma bonded to them and coming off of that addiction is tough. You don't love them!Your brain is lying to you about love. What you're feeling isn't love — it's a trauma bond. And until you understand the difference, you'll keep going back to the same people who destroy you.In this video, I break down the psychology behind why you can't seem to move on from a narcissist or abusive ex, and the neurological reality that explains everything.

Have you ever felt disconnected from your singing voice—even though you still love to sing? In this episode, we're exploring a different way of thinking about singing. One that goes beyond practice, performance, technique, improvement, and achievement. I share reflections from my own creative life lately, including singing while doing dishes, gardening, playing with my children, and following little melodies as they appear throughout the day. These ordinary moments have reminded me that some of the most meaningful singing doesn't happen on stage or in a practice room—it happens in the midst of everyday life. We'll talk about: reconnecting with your singing voice the difference between the critical ear and the creative ear singing beyond practice and performance overcoming perfectionism and self-judgment finding more joy and play in singing everyday singing as a creative practice coming back to your "why" as a singer If you've been feeling out of practice, disconnected from your voice, or unsure how to get back into singing, this episode offers a gentle invitation to reconnect with singing in a way that feels natural, meaningful, and alive.

What happens when you've done everything right on paper but still feel disconnected, restless, and not enough? In this coaching session, I sit down with Sean as he opens up about addiction, childhood emotional neglect, self-worth, and the internal pressure that followed him into adulthood. Together, we explore how becoming a father can surface old wounds, why self-criticism often disguises itself as discipline, and what it looks like to start building trust and safety from the inside out. This conversation is about breaking inherited patterns and learning how to become the person you needed growing up.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Introduction & Why Sean Came On02:57 Rock Bottom, Recovery & Starting Over09:41 Growing Up Around Conflict & Emotional Instability13:23 Relationship With His Father16:11 Becoming a Father & Rewriting the Legacy17:44 The Inner Critic & Feeling Not Good Enough20:39 Control, Trust & Self-Worth23:17 Living With Intensity & Chronic Stress25:15 Feeling Seen & Understanding the Need to Escape29:16 Meeting His Younger Self32:00 Speaking to His Parents From the Present35:06 Leaving Childhood Behind40:56 Fathering the Child Within43:36 Connecting With His Future Child49:20 Practical Tools for Building Self-Trust52:53 Childhood Confusion & Identity Formation56:05 Pregnancy, Job Loss & Emotional Collapse58:37 Retraining the Inner Critic01:03:18 Why Recognition Matters01:05:17 Final Reflections & Closing***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