In this episode, I welcome Dr. Philip Ovadia, a heart surgeon, author and founder of Ovadia Heart Health. In our conversation, Dr. Ovadia challenges the traditional view of heart disease – clarifying what cholesterol does for the body and emphasizing the need for more awareness around inflammation and insulin resistance. He discusses the drawbacks of weight loss medications, promotes the benefits of whole foods and animal protein, and shares the importance of early detection when it comes to issues of blood vessels and the heart. Dr. Ovadia also speaks on the misconceptions about statins, the importance of cholesterol quality, and shares actionable steps for optimizing metabolic health. Tune in to this perspective widening conversation about heart health and the ways we can not only live healthier, but prevent heart disease in the process. Dr. Philip Ovadia is a heart surgeon who has done over 3,000 heart surgeries. He is also the founder of Ovadia Heart Health, offering a virtual clinic to people all over the world that focuses on the prevention and treatment of heart disease by modifying diet and lifestyle. His book, Stay off My Operating Table: A Heart Surgeon’s Metabolic Health Guide to Lose Weight, Prevent Disease, and Feel Your Best Every Day teaches you the 7 principles of metabolic health and shows you how to eat metabolically healthy with just about any popular diet. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ovadiahearthealth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ovadia_heart_health/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ifixhearts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IFixHearts LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/philip-ovadia-heart-health Book: https://www.amazon.com/Stay-off-Operating-Table-Metabolic/dp/1737818205/ Appearances: https://ifixhearts.com/podcasts-and-videos/  If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Self-Care, Self-Love, Health, Transformation, Heart Health, Ketogenic Diet, Cholesterol, Metabolic Health, Inflammation, Heart Disease Prevention, Insulin Resistance, Whole Food 0:00:00 Intro 0:01:03 Heart Health and Misunderstandings About Heart Disease 0:03:53 The Historical Shift in Heart Disease Causes 0:10:20 Reflecting on Surgical Procedures and Medications 0:31:23 The Perfect Storm: Food, Pharma, and Health Care 0:35:47 The Importance of Real Food and Animal Proteins 0:38:03 Managing Insulin Resistance Through Diet 0:41:17 Reversing Type 2 Diabetes: A Controversial Concept 0:44:08 Weight Loss Medication Concerns and the Long-Term Effects 0:46:45 The Difference Between Obesity and Insulin Resistance 1:01:06 Transitioning to an Animal-Based Approach 1:02:57 Effects of Carnivore Diet on Inflammation 1:04:20 Carnivore Diet and Autoimmune Disorders 1:05:47 Plant-Based Diets vs. Meat-Based Approaches 1:12:28 Concerns about Seed Oils in Foods 1:18:31 Empowering Individuals to Take Control of Health 1:24:54 Actionable Steps to Improve Heart Health This episode is sponsored by Factor: Use code MARKGROVES50 to save 50% at http://factormeals.com/markgroves50 Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I talk about adapting to change, setting boundaries, and valuing self in relationships. I explore the concept of self-worth detached from external validation and the importance of authenticity in relationships. I also speak about the process of confronting past traumas, the power of conversational role-play, and how to navigate grief and guilt as it arises. Join me as we get real about ourselves and our relationships in order to move towards healthier connections. —Follow me on Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/newsletter —Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com —Follow me on Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createthelove —Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://liberated-love.com If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions, go to my Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Breakups, Relationships, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Health, Codependency, Infidelity, Dating, Attachment Theory, Transformation, Conflict, Parenting, Mental Health, Grief, Trauma 0:00:00 Intro + Reorienting in Relationship 0:02:35 Importance of Integrity and Boundaries 0:02:43 Embracing Grief and Healing Wounds 0:02:56 Role-Playing Conversations for Closure 0:04:14 Navigating Toxic Environments and Boundaries This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth: Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.com Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I chat with Matt Zemon, educator, author, and leader in psychedelic wellness. Matt shares the transformative power of psychedelics in fostering personal growth beyond conventional treatments. He discusses the evolving research landscape around this topic and the positive impact psychedelics have on mental health. From medical applications to spiritual practices, Matt talks about the diverse avenues of psychedelic use, the importance of responsible engagement, and the potential of psychedelics to be used with intention for individual and societal well-being. Tune in to this eye-opening dialogue that invites us to both widen our perspective and expand our consciousness. Matt Zemon, MSc, is a dedicated explorer of the inner world and a passionate advocate for the responsible use of psychedelics. With a Master of Science in Psychology and Neuroscience of Mental Health from King’s College London, Matt explores the transformative potential of psychedelics, aiming to guide individuals through their experiences toward purpose, connection, and understanding. As the author of the Amazon Best-Seller, Psychedelics for Everyone: A Beginner’s Guide to these Powerful Medicines for Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, PTSD, and Expanding Consciousness, Matt shares insights on using these powerful medicines for anxiety, depression, addiction, PTSD, and expanding consciousness. Additionally, he co-founded companies like HAPPŸŸ, specializing in psychedelic-assisted ketamine therapy, PSYCHABLE, an online community connecting seekers with practitioners, and TAKE2MINUTES, a nonprofit dedicated to improving mental health and wellbeing. Website:  http://www.mattzemon.com/  LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattzemon/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matt.zemon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matt.zemon/ If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions, go to my Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Spirituality, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Health, Codependency, Transformation, Mental Health, Grief, Psychedelics, Personal Growth 0:00:00 Intro 0:01:29 The Rising Interest in Psychedelics 0:02:22 The Influence of Michael Pollan and MAPS 0:03:12 Three Ways People Approach Psychedelics 0:04:02 Psychedelic Churches and Ceremonies 0:07:27 The Process of Healing and Growth 0:11:46 Accessing Suppressed Emotions with Psychedelics 0:29:06 Navigating the World of Psychedelics Safely 0:33:40 Asking the Right Questions Before a Psychedelic Experience 0:36:17 Integrating Medical and Spiritual Knowledge 0:37:10 Unlocking Emotions and Connection Through Psychedelics 0:40:42 Embracing Accountability and Emotional Exploration 0:47:06 Medicinal Use Across Generations and Relationships 0:57:55 Raising Children in a Changing Educational System 1:02:12 Reflecting on Cultural Differences and Educational Systems 1:06:44 Radical Responsibility and Emotional Awareness 1:09:27 Music and Playlists in Psychedelic Journeys 1:13:24 Navigating Angst and Respect for Psychedelic Journeys This episode is sponsored by Organifi: Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at http://www.organifi.com/createthelove Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special Valentine's episode, I welcome back my wonderful wife, Kylie McBeath. Together we dive into the conversation of codependency and the role shame plays in relationships. We discuss our own journey and share insights on healing, integrating, and growing both in- and outside of relationship. We also introduce our new book, Liberated Love, which explores breaking free from codependent patterns and creating relational environments that celebrate mutual strength and liberation. Tune in to learn how to understand and heal codependent patterns and invitation to pre-order our book to dive even deeper in this transformative journey. Kylie McBeath is a Certified Health Coach, Author, Co-Founder of Zura Health, Podcast Host, Ceremonialist, and Writer. Her mission is to offer work in this world that invites us all to return to our hearts, slow down, soften, and remember the beautiful world that lives within and around us. —Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beingisbeautiful —Website: https://www.kyliemcbeath.com/ —Get Our New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://liberated-love.com If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions, go to my Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Breakups, Relationships, Spirituality, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Health, Codependency, Dating, Attachment Theory, Transformation, Conflict, Parenting, Mental Health, Grief, Liberated Love 0:00:00 Introducing Kylie as the Special Guest 0:02:44 Reflecting on our Unconventional Wedding Ceremony 0:05:40 Marriage as a Step Towards Sacred Union 0:08:08 Exploring the Possibilities of Commitment and Sacredness 0:08:24 Reflecting on the Journey and Breakup 0:09:46 Sacred Pause: The Space Between Relationships 0:12:45 Embracing the Journey of Relationships 0:13:16 Honoring the Tough Experiences and Integrating the Lessons 0:15:27 Returning to Openness and Resensitizing What Was Desensitized 0:18:42 The Power of Creating Together 0:20:29 Ending Old Patterns and Finding a New Path 0:21:21 The Journey of Love and Letting Go 0:23:08 The Canary in the Coal Mine: Recognizing the Wisdom to Leave 0:25:10 Sacred Work: Healing Generational Patterns of Codependency 0:32:31 The Concept of Taking Up Space in Relationships 0:32:53 The Invisible Barriers and Relational Ruptures 0:35:11 Belonging and Finding Support Even in Rupture and Ending 0:38:23 The Journey of Writing a Book and Preparing for Parenthood This episode is sponsored by Open: Get 30 days free with code CREATETHELOVE AT https://withopen.com/createthelove Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I talk with Thomas Hübl, a renowned teacher, author, and international facilitator. We explore healing collective trauma and the importance of developing attunement in relationships. Thomas shares insights on trauma's impact on our nervous systems and the intergenerational transmission of trauma. We also discuss the broader implications of trauma for humanity and the planet and the need for deeper healing and interdependence. Join us on this deep dive to discover more about the far-reaching impact of trauma and the tangible steps we can collectively take towards integration, embodiment, and healing. Thomas Hübl, PhD, works within the complexity of systems and cultural change, integrating the core insights of the great wisdom traditions and mysticism with the discoveries of science. He is the author of Attuned: Practicing Interdependence to Heal Our Trauma—and Our World and Healing Collective Trauma: A Process for Integrating Our Intergenerational and Cultural Wounds. —Book: https://www.attunedbook.com —Website: https://thomashuebl.com If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Trauma, Relationships, Spirituality, Attunement, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Emotional Health, Nervous System Health, Interdependence, Transformation, Conflict, Mental Health, Grief, Collective, Ancestors, Healing, Intergenerational 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:47 Discussion on Mysticism and Science 0:05:10 Transition from Paramedic to a Meditation Deep Dive 0:09:50 Understanding the Dance of Attunement 0:15:14 How Disconnection From Self Hinders Connection with Others 0:19:06 Curiosity and Self-Contact as Keys to Uncovering Filters 0:22:54 Depathologizing Wounds and Integrating Past Experiences 0:24:11 Devaluing Emotions: Rational vs. Emotional Response 0:25:23 Co-Regulation and Decreasing Fear Levels 0:27:25 Fear as an Isolated Emotion 0:31:01 Recognizing Intergenerational Trauma and its Impact 0:34:54 Finding Relief in the Power of a Single Brick 0:38:10 Disembodied Relating and the Impact of Social Media Communication 0:41:30 Disembodiment, Toxic Dynamics, and the Need for Attunement 0:46:02 Losing Touch with Specificity on Social Media and its Consequences 0:48:13 Sensational News Feeds: Detrimental to Public Health 0:51:28 The Journey to Maturity: Being with Self and Others without Othering 0:53:09 Shifting Perspectives: From Pain to Generosity 0:56:14 Moving Beyond Hyper-Individualization: The Power of Interdependence 1:03:36 Complexity of Ancestors and Trauma 1:07:15 The Spiritual Dimension: Transcendence and Bigger Context 1:11:23 The Beauty of Being Present: A Self-Healing Mechanism This episode is sponsored by: —BetterHelp: This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp! Get 10% off your first month at http://betterhelp.com/GROVES —Open: Get 30 days free with code CREATETHELOVE AT https://withopen.com/createthelove Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This espresso shot solo episode is an excerpt from my recent Masterclass: 2024: Your Breakthrough Year. In this episode, I discuss the signs of receiving inner guidance, the importance of building self-trust, and the invitation to accept that the universe doesn’t make mistakes. I also dive into the four areas of life that contribute to abundance or suffering. Tune in to clarify your values and learn to discern the true voice within. Get the full recording at markgroves.com/2024 —Full Masterclass recording: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/Masterclass-2024-sign-up —Follow me on Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/newsletter —Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com —Follow me on Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createthelove —Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://a.co/d/91ElXvN If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions, go to my Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Relationships, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Transformation, Mental Health, Purpose, Abundance, Liberation, Integrity, Holistic Health, Truth, Self-Trust, Values 0:00:00 Intro + Annoying Signs of Inner Guidance 0:00:38 Acts of Trust and Sacrifice for Personal Evolution 0:01:30 Embracing Present Circumstances for Growth 0:02:11 How Rejecting Initiation Causes Anxiety and Control Issues 0:03:03 Growing Wings through Self-Trust and Recognizing Miracles 0:03:35 Trusting Yourself: The First Step Towards Growth 0:04:18 The Transformation of a Nymph into a Dragonfly 0:05:14 Finding Purpose in Life's Challenges 0:06:09 Identifying Values for a Foundation of Abundance 0:06:24 Liberation: Freedom to Be Who You Are 0:07:38 Integrity: Living in Alignment with Your Truth 0:08:02 Bringing Ourselves Alive Through Self-Expression 0:08:29 Creating a Beautiful Strategy for Liberation 0:08:45 The Importance of Alignment and Integrity 0:09:23 Choosing Relationships that Align with Your Values This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth: Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.com Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I chat with Greer Kirshenbaum, an Author, Mother, Neuroscientist, Doula, and Infant and Family Sleep Specialist. We discuss the power of nurture and how understanding early nurturing experiences can shape our adult lives and parenting styles. Greer talks about the importance of gentleness and modeling foundational pillars like nervous system regulation and setting healthy boundaries with children. We also explore the history and long-term effects of sleep training methods. Join us on this thought-provoking journey into the transformative effects of nurturing and neuroscience. Greer Kirshenbaum PhD has combined her academic training with her experience as a doula and mother to lead The Nurture Revolution - A movement to nurture our babies’ brains to revolutionize mental health and impact larger systems in our world. Greer wants families, professionals, and workplaces to understand how early caregiving experience can boost mental wellness and diminish depression, anxiety, and addiction in adulthood by shaping babies’ brains through simple intuitive enriching experiences in pregnancy, birth, and infancy.  —Instagram @nurture_neuroscience_parenting:  https://www.instagram.com/nurture_neuroscience_parenting —Website: www.nurture-neuroscience.com —Book: https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/the-nurture-revolution If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Nurturing, Boundaries, Nervous System, Emotional Health, Belonging, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Health, Attachment Theory, Transformation, Parenting, Mental Health 0:00:00 Intro 0:05:30 The Cultural Conversation Around Parenting and Shame 0:08:39 Notable Differences in the Amygdala, Hippocampus, and Prefrontal Cortex 0:12:03 The Key Years for Emotional Brain Development 0:22:42 Epigenetics and the Legacy of Nurturing 0:27:14 The Dose-dependent Relationship of Time Spent with Babies 0:30:10 Breastfeeding and its Benefits for Brain Development 0:37:00 Allowing Toddlers to Explore Boundaries and Teach Healthy Boundaries 0:42:39 The Origins of Sleep Training: A Controversial Topic 0:46:50 Babies' Fight or Flight Response: Distress and Fear 0:47:25 The Intense Experience of Parenting and its Toll. 0:51:33 The Controversy of Sleep Training 0:54:57 The Effects of Chronic Cortisol on Children's Sleep 0:55:25 The Impact of Inconsistent Sleep Training 0:58:39 Exploring Different Therapeutic Tools for Stress Regulation 1:03:05 Reviewing and Teaching Emotional Regulation to Children 1:04:51 Four Questions 1:06:28 Showing Care and Love for Our Children This episode is sponsored by Organifi: Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at http://www.organifi.com/createthelove Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This espresso shot solo episode is an excerpt from my recent Masterclass: 2024: Your Breakthrough Year. In this episode, I explore the transformative power of initiations, guided by insights from Francis Weller and James Hillman. I talk about the three parts of initiation: severance from the world you once knew, radical alteration to your sense of identity, and inability to go back to the world you knew. I also discuss the power of community during these personal transformations, the importance of prioritizing our instincts as well as alchemizing our knowledge into action. This episode is an invitation to align our actions and remember that true transformation comes from within. Get the full recording at markgroves.com/2024 —Full Masterclass recording: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/Masterclass-2024-sign-up —Follow me on Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/newsletter —Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com —Follow me on Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createthelove —Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://a.co/d/91ElXvN If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions, go to my Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Breakups, Relationships, Spirituality, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Codependency, Infidelity, Dating, Transformation, Career, Mental Health, Purpose, Initiations, Community 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:33 Initiations and its Three Parts 0:01:58 Identity Shift: Embracing the Unknown 0:02:35 A Radical Alteration: Severance from the Familiar World 0:03:12 The Distractions from Self 0:03:50 The Screen Report and Lack of Time for Personal Growth 0:04:19 The Power of Community 0:06:09 Trusting Your Instincts and Ignoring Outside Opinions 0:06:37 Pursuing Your Calling as an Imperative 0:07:26 Being Yourself in Relationships 0:09:25 Finding Inner Strength Again 0:10:24 Where You’re Not Liberated 0:10:41 The Mind's Limitations in Understanding Reality 0:11:31 Knowledge vs. Action: The Importance of Living in Integrity Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I welcome back Michael Easter, a bestselling author and esteemed professor. Michael shares what the Scarcity Loop is and how to move towards more intentional thinking and decision making. We discuss the detrimental effects comfort can have on our health, the mechanics behind addictive behaviors, and strategies for self-regulation in an increasingly addictive digital landscape. This is a great episode to heighten awareness around our everyday habits and what ways we could be more intentional moving forward. Michael Easter is the author of The Comfort Crisis and Scarcity Brain, to be released in September 2023, and a professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. When he's not writing and traveling for his books, he writes the weekly 2% Newsletter.  —Newsletter: https://unique-painter-9003.ck.page/441934d2f0 —Website: http://eastermichael.com If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Authenticity, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Health, Dating, Transformation, Conflict, Mental Health, Purpose, Scarcity, Addiction, Addictive Behavior, Self-Regulation 0:00:00 Intro 0:03:11 Observing Human Behavior and Overconsumption in Las Vegas 0:09:24 The Scarcity Loop: Unpredictable Rewards and Repeatability 0:12:53 Pigeon Studies and the Attraction to the Scarcity Loop 0:16:31 Wired for Unpredictable Reward Games 0:19:42 Society's Acceptance of Harmful Behaviors and Minimizing their Impact 0:23:24 The Lack of Immediate Consequences for Excessive Social Media Use 0:26:57 Embracing the Discomfort of Interrupting the Loop 0:27:16 Changing Behaviors: The Challenge of Consciousness 0:29:32 The Impact of Time Spent on Digital Media 0:33:04 Lack of Exposure to Diverse Thought and Experience 0:36:04 The Art of Capturing Attention 0:40:01 Negativity bias in media and its impact on worldview 0:46:36 Monetizing Opportunity and Rewards in Dating Apps 0:49:56 Cravings and the Evolutionary Drive of Scarcity 0:53:08 Pigeons and their Surprising Gambling Choices 0:54:44 The Need for Stimulation and Optimal Stimulation Theory 1:03:31 Anthropologists and Human Behavior 1:07:24 Realizing the Short-Term Benefits and Long-Term Consequences This episode is sponsored by Organifi: Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at http://www.organifi.com/createthelove Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#342: Trusting The Process This espresso shot solo episode is an excerpt from my recent Masterclass: 2024: Your Breakthrough Year. In this episode, I discuss breaking generational patterns and embracing self-expression. I explore navigating feeling lost, the importance of embracing past painful experiences, and trusting the beauty of the process. Let’s uncover the wisdom in our journey towards a more authentically expressed future. Get the full recording at markgroves.com/2024 —Full Masterclass recording: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/Masterclass-2024-sign-up —Follow me on Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/newsletter —Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com —Follow me on Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createthelove —Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://a.co/d/91ElXvN If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions, go to my Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Authenticity, Relationships, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Transformation, Conflict, Mental Health, Purpose, Generational Patterns, Personal Growth 0:00:00 Intro 0:01:06 Letting Go of Baggage and Inherited Suffering 0:02:15 Small Commitments Lead to Big Commitments 0:03:22 Letting Go and Finding More Peace 0:04:52 Discovering Potent Material 0:05:26 Unpacking the Confusion and Impact of Relationships 0:06:29 The Significance of Life Experience 0:06:46 Stuck in the Past 0:08:08 Learning from Fear This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at http://betterhelp.com/GROVES Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#341: How to Re-Wire from Survival to Greatness with James Silvas In this episode, I welcome back James Silvas, an International Mindset Specialist and Peak Performance Coach. James encourages listeners to embrace both their individuality and the interconnectedness of all things to live a meaningful life aligned with their values and purpose. We explore the importance of living our values to be in true alignment with ourselves. James dismantles presence and discusses the concept of unselfing and facing our sh*t head on. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation that invites us to reflect on and widen our perspective. James Silvas teaches athletes, leaders, and high-performing teams how to clear their minds, break through fear, optimize their performance, and enhance the quality of their personal and professional lives. James is also the founder of Be That 1% – a movement, brand, and podcast that inspires others to live on their terms, overcome obstacles, and do what 99% of people won’t.  — Instagram @james_silvas: https://www.instagram.com/james_silvas — TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@james_silvas — Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/jamessilvas — LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-silvas — Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/be-that-1-podcast/id1330345445 If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Authenticity, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Health, Transformation, Conflict, Career, Mental Health, Purpose, Accountability, Individuality, Performance, Presence, Values 0:00:00 Intro + Understanding our minds, performance, and presence 0:08:34 The Wall of Avoidance 0:24:20 Personal Fulfillment 0:25:33 Establishing Boundaries and Preserving Wholeness 0:28:44 Emotions are constructed in the moment, not pre-determined 0:31:52 Letting go of attachment allows for a relaxed and evolving conversation 0:35:33 Creating Certainty to Avoid Uncertainty 0:37:52 Observing and Selecting Thoughts 0:42:01 Constructed Lives: Society's Influence and Identifiable Labels 0:42:42 The Masks We Wear and the People We Attract 0:45:26 Triggers as Opportunities for Personal Growth 0:49:45 Becoming a Trailblazer in Your Own Life 0:55:12 Honoring Self and Others through Alignment 0:58:43 Unleashing Your Unique Superpower 1:02:59 Shifting from Victim to Victor Mentality This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth: Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.com Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This espresso shot solo episode is an excerpt from my recent Masterclass: 2024: Your Breakthrough Year. I’ll have a few of these coming out over the next few weeks! In this one, I talk about the importance of self-worth in decision-making and taking proactive steps towards change. We explore the impact of fear and resistance on progress and the transformative power of embracing discomfort. I also share the transformation that a dragonfly undergoes and how we can learn from it by utilizing pain for personal transformation. Get the full recording at markgroves.com/2024 —Full Masterclass recording: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/Masterclass-2024-sign-up —Follow me on Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/newsletter —Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com —Follow me on Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createthelove —Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://a.co/d/91ElXvN 00:00:00 Intro + Operating from a place of self-worth 0:02:10 Lowering standards and making exceptions 0:03:22 The importance of saying yes to oneself 0:06:14 The Weight of Knowing Without Living 0:06:33 Embracing the Fear and Starting Anyway 0:07:45 Stepping up as an Adult and Taking the Lead in 2024 0:08:14 True acceptance leads to transformation and action 0:09:56 The Fascinating Transformation of a Dragonfly 0:11:23 Shedding Old Skin and Emerging as a New Creature 0:11:31 The Power of New Beginnings 0:12:52 Embracing the Moment of Decision 0:13:02 Embracing Pain and Transformation 0:15:10 The Dragonfly Metaphor: Embracing Change and Growth 0:17:27 Using Emotional Residue for Transformation If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions, go to my Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Relationships, Spirituality, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Health, Codependency, Transformation, Career, Mental Health, Money, Purpose, Grief This episode is sponsored by IIN: Use code MARKGROVES20 for 20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIIN Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#339: We’re Afraid to Die, Because We’re Afraid to Live with Sensei Koshin Paley Ellison In this episode, I welcome Sensei Koshin Paley Ellison to the show. We discuss the fear of confronting mortality and the aversion to facing death, letting go of our sh*t and facing our fears, and how to embrace the present moment. This is an episode you won’t want to miss that will help ground you into the new year and reorient you to the joy of living. Sensei Koshin Paley Ellison, MFA, LMSW, DMIN, is an author, Zen teacher, Jungian psychotherapist, and Certified Chaplaincy Educator. After many years as a chaplain and psychotherapist, Koshin co-founded the New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care, which offers contemplative approaches to care through education, personal caregiving, and Zen practice. Today, New York Zen Center’s methodologies are internationally recognized—and have touched the lives of tens of thousands of individuals.  — Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/koshinpaleyellison — New York Zen Center Website: https://zencare.org — NYZC Contemplative Medicine Fellowship: https://zencare.org/contemplative-medicine-fellowship — NYZC Foundations in Contemplative Care https://zencare.org/foundations — Koshin’s Book: Untangled: Walking the Eightfold Path to Clarity, Courage, and Compassion: https://www.amazon.com/Untangled-Walking-Eightfold-Clarity-Compassion-ebook/dp/B09TZY26J3 If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Humanity, Spirituality, Self-Worth, Transformation, Mental Health, Purpose, Grief, Death, Aging, Living, Life 0:00:00 Intro 0:01:47 Confronting Mortality and our Aversion to Facing Death 0:04:20 Appreciating the Awareness of Mortality and Embracing Life 0:08:58 Embracing the Inevitability of Death 0:11:56 Confronting Fear and Assessing a Fear-Based Life 0:13:19 The Importance of True Reflection and Conscious Untapped Potential 0:16:08 Letting Go of Patterns and Facing Our Fears 0:19:56 Trauma Response and Identity 0:23:36 Finding Joy and Levity in Life 0:32:58 Embracing the Present Moment 0:34:30 Embracing Feedback and Changing Perspective on Commitment 0:38:13 Embracing the Challenge of Loving Difficult People 0:41:13 Layers of Pain and Betrayal 0:43:52 Opening up to painful self-discovery 0:46:27 Feeling grounded and ready for self-exploration 0:49:20 Developing the courage to untangle and seek help 0:49:37 Searching for Inspiration and Direction 0:52:20 Embracing Dissolution and Self-Limiting Ideas This episode is sponsored by Open: Get 30 days free with code CREATETHELOVE AT https://withopen.com/createthelove Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you ready to live the most happy, fulfilled and abundant life you could ever imagine? Are you itching to create that for yourself?! Diego Perez, better known as Yung Pueblo, has a beautiful ability to inspire and help people find their inner strength; by giving us all tangible techniques and tools, showing us we are capable of embracing change, deeping loving and healing ourselves, and truly unlocking a world of boundless possibilities for a life where we don’t just survive, but we THRIVE! I am bringing this episode back as another Saturday Special, because it was a top hit of 2023. Topics from self-love and self-healing to creating healthy relationships and truly transforming into the best version of yourself, are all things I need everyone to hear and take into 2024. YOU have the power, and Diego shows us that. Diego Perez is a meditator and New York Times bestselling author who is widely known on Instagram and various social media networks through his pen name Yung Pueblo. Online he has an audience of over 3 million people. His writing focuses on the power of self-healing, creating healthy relationships, and the wisdom that comes when we truly work on knowing ourselves. Get his newest book, The Way Forward, today! — Diego's Book: The Way Forward: https://yungpueblo.com/books-1 — Website: www.yungpueblo.com — Instragram: @yung_pueblo - https://www.instagram.com/yung_pueblo — Substack Newsletter: https://yungpueblo.substack.com/ — Vipassana Meditation: https://www.dhamma.org/en/index 00:00 Intro 01:03 The never-ending journey to self-growth 02:50 Embracing the unknown 06:02 Transforming disagreements into understanding 09:24 The Way Forward 13:15 Vipassana Meditation 21:20 For people bad at meditating 23:04 Intuition vs. reactivity 25:35 Intuition as your compass for life 27:20 The benefits of meditation 31:29 The challenges of being seen as a teacher 35:27 Complexities of hierarchy and fame 41:21 Dissolving hierarchy in relationships 44:41 Reclaiming your inner wisdom 49:18 The inspiration behind 'The Way Forward' 51:38 Integrity and embracing impermanence 54:56 Where can you start? If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I share about my transformative journey with plant medicine in Peru. I explain the physical sensations, the discomfort I felt and how I worked through it, the visions I saw, the reflections I had, and the profound lessons I learned throughout the experience. I share this with you in hopes that some of my reflections will resonate with you. Sending you so much love. —Matt Zemon - Beyond the Trip: A Journal for Psychedelic Preparation and Integration: https://a.co/d/akIQfVE —Branden Collinsworth’s Warrior Retreats: https://www.warriorretreats.com —Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://a.co/d/91ElXvN —Follow me on Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/newsletter —Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com —Follow me on Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createthelove If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions, go to my Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Psychedelics, Ayahuasca, Shamanism, Spirituality, Presence, Introspection, Codependency, Martyrdom, Transformation, Fear, Grief, Truth, Plant Medicine, Reverent Relationship to Plant Medicine 0:00:00 Intro 0:09:44 Preparing and participating in the jungle plant rituals 0:18:59 Physical Sensations and Reflections 0:20:51 Connection to Ayahuasca through Reciprocal Relationship with Land 0:22:46 Feeling the Discomfort 0:24:40 Navigating Dark Entities and Protecting Your Energy 0:25:51 Embracing the Present and the Importance of Integrity 0:27:52 Having Patience with Unresolved Matters in the Heart 0:28:06 Embracing the Mystery of Unanswered Questions 0:30:05 The Importance of Self-Leadership 0:32:14 Stepping into Personal Leadership 0:32:44 Gathering Wisdom 0:34:06 A Commitment Driven by Love for Family 0:34:52 Trusting the Spiritual Realms and Letting Go 0:36:58 Embracing the Unknown and Finding Community This episode is sponsored by: —Cozy Earth: Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.com Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I’m welcoming back renowned dating coach Damona Hoffman! Damona shares the top common dating challenges & hiccups that most people encounter, her top four dating myths to watch out for, and many more dating & relationship tips. We explore the concept of soulmates, fear of commitment, and the transformative power of taking it SLOW, and SO much more. Tune in to hear Damona’s top dating tips including what you can do to call in a relationship that aligns with your truth and your values. Damona Hoffman has created content and collaborated with most major dating apps including Bumble and Match and she was named the Official U.S. Dating Coach of OkCupid in 2021. Her podcast, Dates & Mates, was named Best Podcast of the Year by The Black Podcasting Awards. Damona’s first book F the Fairy Tale releases on January 2, 2024 and is endorsed by Dr. Drew Pinsky, Drew Barrymore, Lori Gottlieb and more. —Instagram @DamonaHoffman: https://www.instagram.com/damonahoffman —Website: http://damonahoffman.com —Book - F The Fairy Tale: Rewrite the Dating Myths and Live Your Own Love Story: http://fthefairytalebook.com If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Relationships, Boundaries, Self-Worth, dating, dating advice, dating coach, Transformation, Conflict, Parenting 0:00:00 Intro 0:03:14 The Four Dating Myths 0:14:45 The Importance of Kindness and Generosity in Relationships 0:25:00 The Importance of Self-Value in Dating 0:28:08 Carving Out Time for Self-Love and Personal Growth 0:31:07 Authenticity and Creating Your Own Love Story 0:35:01 The Evolution of Online Dating 0:38:57 The Soulmate Myth 0:45:12 Relationships and Growth 0:48:47 Parenthood and Relationship: Opportunities for Discovery and Growth 0:52:06 Cultivating Trust in Relationships: The Role of Surrender 0:56:22 Embracing the Journey of Love and Connection This episode is sponsored by Organifi: Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at http://www.organifi.com/createthelove Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn how you can harness the power of your mind to create the life you've always wanted! One of the most popular episodes of 2023 was with the great Dr Joe Dispenza, a New York Times best-selling author, teacher and lecturer whose research has led him to develop a practical formula to help people heal themselves and transform their lives. I believe his teachings are SO important and powerful, especially as we start this New Year, so I am bringing this episode back for our first Saturday Special.  Dr Joe’s passion can be found at the intersection of neuroscience, epigenetics, and quantum physics. He integrates that knowledge to teach people how to heal their bodies of health conditions, make significant changes in their lives, and evolve their consciousness. Dr Joe speaks to the power of the mind and how we can reframe our thoughts, beliefs, experiences, and feelings to change our reality. Whether you're looking to overcome limiting beliefs, increase your resilience, change your health, or create a different life for yourself, this episode has something for you! —Unlimited Website: https://drjoedispenza.com —YouTube: @drjoedispenza - https://www.youtube.com/drjoedispenza —TikTok: @official_drjoedispenza - https://www.tiktok.com/@official_drjoedispenza —Twitter: @drjoedispenza - https://twitter.com/drjoedispenza —Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJoeDispenzaOfficialNewsFanPage —Instagram: @drjoedispenza - https://www.instagram.com/drjoedispenza 00:00 Intro  00:38 The power of reframing your reality 04:58 How positive thoughts affect your biology 11:57 We’re addicted to fear  16:59 How your thoughts shape your health 21:24 Your nervous system is a pharmacy 27:49 Healing frequency and the healing potential of the human body 37:52 We’re changing the science 43:48 The brain thinks, but the heart knows 48:16 Changing your state of being to achieve lasting transformation 54:44 Meditation for physical and mental well-being Themes: Nervous System, Transformation, Neuroscience, The Brain, Meditation, Mental Health, Physical Health If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#336: Let's Build Some Bridges Sometimes, we find ourselves burning bridges because we lack the skills or confidence to walk away or choose ourselves. It’s a form of self-sabotage, where we consciously or unconsciously avoid reaching out or following through on opportunities that could lead to personal growth. But what if we built bridges instead of burned them? We must embrace change and actively pursue personal growth. Trusting ourselves and accepting our truths is key to creating meaningful change. Let’s build some bridges. —Follow me on Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/newsletter —Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com —Follow me on Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createthelove —Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://a.co/d/91ElXvN If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions, go to my Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Breakups, Relationships, Spirituality, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Health, Codependency, Infidelity, Dating, Attachment Theory, Transformation, Conflict, Parenting, Career, Mental Health, Money, Purpose, Grief, Sustainability 0:00:00 Intro 0:01:07 "We burn bridges we don't know yet how to cross" 0:02:28 Create Space for Self-Discovery 0:06:35 Fiercely Walking Our Path with Grace 0:07:39 Accepting Truths and Finding Light 0:08:35 Stepping into Worth and Self-Trust 0:09:35 Bringing Truth to Life and Recognizing Burned Bridges 0:10:31 Creating Opportunities and Stepping into the Truth 0:11:22 Taking Responsibility and Moving Towards Change Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Allyson Byrd teaches us how to reframe our mindsets to create the abundance we all deserve. We explore the power of negative emotions versus the power of conscious identity choices for overcoming obstacles. Allyson teaches us how to reframe our perspectives on suffering and embrace our stories, and how our perception of reality makes an impact on our abundance and what we create in our lives. Allyson’s passion, story, and determination will motivate you to be and create more, and live a life you love. Allyson Byrd is more than just a mentor to business owners in the digital marketing space; she is an agent of transformation and grace. A celebrated leader in sales through energetics, Allyson has enabled her students to come together and create astounding results – $330 million in sales revenue using her methodologies of Spotlight Energetics™. Her unique approach of bold guidance, disruptive challenges, and empowering encouragement have enabled thousands of people in over 20 industries from 47+ countries to exceed their own expectations. Allyson invites us to join her on a mission to push boundaries, make an impact, and share our own stories. To invite Allyson to speak to your organization, mastermind, retreat or virtual experience, please email redcarpet@allysonbyrd.com for consideration.  —Instagram @iamallysonbyrd: https://www.instagram.com/iamallysonbyrd —Website: https://www.allysonbyrd.com —Want to discover how to effortlessly attract your dream clients online with ease and joy? Download Allyson's private podcast series, The Magnetism Code for NO-Cost here:  https://allysonbyrd.ac-page.com/magnetism-codes-instagram  —Are you new to learning how to integrate spiritual technologies with successful visibility as an entrepreneur who desires supernatural prosperity? Take a look at Allyson's 1-year MasterHeart here: https://bit.ly/meltwithallyson If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Spirituality, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Health, Transformation, Conflict, Career, Mental Health, Money, Purpose, prayer, negative emotions, conscious identity choices, reframing perspectives, suffering, embracing stories, understanding and supporting Blackness, challenging societal beliefs, perception of reality, making a living, overcoming obstacles, passion 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:46 Reconnecting and Reflecting on Growth 0:04:10 Dissolving Patriarchal Lens and Embracing Worth 0:07:18 The Power of External Governance 0:10:38 The Desire to Belong and Tell a Fair Story 0:14:21 The Imaginary Troll and External Validation 0:17:45 Embracing Truth and Overcoming Fear 0:21:39 The Belief in Deserving a Better Childhood 0:24:51 Transitioning from Pleasure to Purpose 0:28:00 Finding Joy in Chaos and Grief 0:33:55 Martyrdom and Abundance 0:40:01 Power and Control 0:45:07 Recognizing the Power of Psychological Manipulation 0:51:09 Breaking Bread and Embracing Aging 1:01:14 Using Attention for Personal Transformation 1:04:29 Digital Marketing and Representation of Blackness Online 1:09:08 Shifting from Judgment to Curiosity and Support 1:12:12 Shape-shifting for Protection: A 200-pound Body as Armor 1:18:30 Challenging societal norms and body image 1:25:18 Embracing personal stories and creating extraordinary lives 1:28:54 Spreading liberation and justice through conversation 1:32:30 Wrapping up with gratitude and invitation acceptance This episode is sponsored by: —Open: Get 30 days free with code CREATETHELOVE AT https://withopen.com/createthelove —Hatch Restore 2: Go to https://www.hatch.co/markgroves to get $20 off and free shipping! Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I welcome Dr. Emily Morse to the show, doctor of human sexuality and the host of the award-winning #1 sexuality podcast, “Sex With Emily,” which has been on air for nearly two decades. Dr. Emily Morse normalizes sex in way that rewires your brain to see sexuality through a liberating, new lens. She teaches us the importance of removing shame, addressing all the factors that affect our sexuality like our trauma and getting out of our heads during the act, and focusing on our sexual health. This is an episode you won’t want to miss! Dr. Morse is a MasterClass instructor on sex and communication and was previously a radio host and executive producer on SiriusXM. She has been profiled in The New York Times, Forbes, and Men’s Health and has been featured by The Today Show, Conan, Entertainment Tonight, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Bustle, and elsewhere. Her mission is to liberate the conversation about sex and pleasure. Her candid conversations challenge cultural taboos, misinformation, and awkward sex talks to create a future where people can deeply connect and embrace pleasure-filled lives. —Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexwithemily —Book: https://www.amazon.com/Smart-Sex-Boost-Your-Pleasure/dp/0778387100 —Website: https://sexwithemily.com Themes: Sex, Sexuality, Authenticity, Relationships, Self-Love, Sexual Health, Communication, Pleasure, Shame, Imago Theory, Psychology 0:00:00 Intro 0:04:01 Sex and Communication 0:06:09 The Impact of Porn on Sexual Education 0:08:17 Making Peace with Your Own Body 0:09:15 Discovering the Truth About Female Arousal and Pleasure 0:13:36 Tips for Couples Who Haven't Spoken About Sex in a Long Time 0:16:36 Faking Orgasms and the Desire for Emotional Safety 0:19:40 Rebuilding and Starting Fresh: Reconnecting and Prioritizing Sex Life 0:22:24 The Role of the Brain in Arousal and Desire 0:24:14 Embodiment Practice: Being Present and Mindful During Sex 0:26:02 The importance of breathing + breathing technique 0:29:40 Tools for better sex 0:32:21 The Importance of Lube 0:35:55 Impact of Swiping Culture on Sex and Dating Apps 0:39:43 Sexual Expression on Dating Profiles 0:42:31 The Power of Personal Evolution in Sexuality This episode is brought to you by: —Cozy Earth: Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.com —IIN: Use code MARKGROVES20 for 20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIIN Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I’m talking about the importance of TRULY showing up to create the life we really want. We can be very ambivalent when it comes to relationships with others, but that same ambivalence exists within us when our NO’s and YES’s don’t come from an embodied place, and leaks into other areas of our lives. Stop delaying what you’re becoming, create the abundance you seek, give birth to your purpose and passion, and step fully into the opportunity that 2024 can be. Let it be the moment that everything changed. Show up. You can do this. You’ve got this. —Follow me on Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/newsletter —Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com —Follow me on Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createthelove —Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://a.co/d/91ElXvN If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions, go to my Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Relationships, Spirituality, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Codependency, Transformation, Conflict, Career, Mental Health, Money, Purpose, Behavioral Patterns, Personal Growth, Integrity 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:06 The Importance of Cultivating Trust in Yourself 0:01:04 Shifting from Outcome-Oriented to Process-Oriented Thinking 0:02:11 Respect for Boundaries and Self-Worth 0:07:22 The Desire for More Answers and Abundance 0:08:20 Shifting from Seeking Certainty to Embracing Possibility 0:09:21 Taking Action and Building Foundations for Success 0:11:33 Choosing with Intuition 0:13:18 Overcoming Ambivalence 0:16:25 Trusting Choices in All Areas of Life 0:18:57 Telling Yourself the Truth Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing LMFT Figs O’Sullivan. In his practice, Figs focuses on three pillars for relationship work: Attachment Theory, Systems Theory, and Transformational Experiences. Figs teaches us that understanding that people's actions are driven by their own insecurities and fears is fundamental. Instead of fixating on the flaws of our partner/ex-partner, it's more beneficial to study one's own emotional responses and vulnerabilities and how to feel our feelings better. By becoming an expert on oneself and the system, one can be and attract a more emotionally evolved partner, and fight less! So many gems in this episode - dive in! Fiachra "Figs'' O'Sullivan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, certified in Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and the founder of Empathi. He strives to interact with his clients as fellow travelers on life’s journey, allowing them to easily dive deeper into their “stuff” with his down-to-earth philosophy.  Figs has spent years working with frustrated couples at a crossroads in their relationship—they want to make things work but are stuck in what Figs calls their “Waltz of Pain”—which is what led him to create Empathi! Inspired by attachment theory, improvisational dance and theater, experiential psychotherapy, and EFT, Empathi provides fun, effective, and simple solutions to help couples stop fighting and snuggle more. —Website: https://empathi.com —Empathi Quiz for Couples: https://empathi.com/quiz/ —Empathi Courses: https://get.empathi.com/ —YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Empathinow —Media Page: https://empathi.com/figs-osullivan Themes: Relationships, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Codependency, Dating, Attachment Theory, Transformation, Conflict, Grief, Communication, Psychology 0:00:00 Intro 0:04:11 Who’s the problem in the relationship? 0:08:10 How communication can be threatening 0:11:30 Three Pillars for Relationship Work: Attachment Theory, Systems Theory, and Transformational Experiences 0:18:46 The reason people get together 0:28:21 Confronted with grief - now what? 0:28:55 Changing perspective 0:37:12 Importance of using attachment theory responsibly 0:40:14 Tips for a successful relationship 0:43:37 Counterintuitive concepts in self-development and attachment theory 0:48:12 The line between personal boundaries and relationship deal-breakers 0:54:21 Opening up about feelings and concerns 1:03:08 The Complexity of Attachment and Relationships 1:06:47 The Pain of Disappointing a Loved One 1:10:16 Helping People Feel Their Feelings Better 1:13:16 Becoming an Expert for Future Relationships This episode is sponsored by: —Open: Get 30 days free by visiting https://withopen.com/CREATETHELOVE —Organifi: Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at http://www.organifi.com/createthelove Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode, I welcome world-renowned therapist Marisa Peer to the show. Marisa is an expert in hypnosis and shares how it wakes people up to their potential by tapping into the subconscious mind as a powerful inner resource. She explains that everything we do can be categorized into punishing, protecting, or prioritizing ourselves, and its impact on our behaviors and relationships. So many gems in here… don't miss this fascinating episode on a different and refreshing view of the way the human mind works! For over 30 years, Marisa Peer, has helped thousands of clients reframe their issues and turn their lives around thanks to her unique approach - Rapid Transformational Therapy® (RTT®). Last year saw the publication of her sixth best-selling book - Tell Yourself A Better Lie - and she also launched Dietless Life, a unique weight management program.  —Website: https://marisapeer.com/  —Speaking: https://marisapeer.com/speaker/  —Rapid Transformational Therapy: https://rtt.com/ —Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMarisaPeer/  —Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marisapeertherapy/  —YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarisaPeer/  —LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marisa-peer/  —Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarisaPeer  —TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themarisapeer  Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Relationships, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Health, Neuroplasticity, Hypnosis, Dating, Attachment Theory, Transformation, Conflict, Parenting, Mental Health, Purpose, Grief, Happiness 0:00:00 Intro 0:03:03 The importance of repetition and affirmations in hypnotherapy 0:04:29 The power of hypnosis in tapping into subconscious potential 0:05:55 Tapping into the purpose behind behaviors and patterns 0:07:12 Repeating patterns in relationships and fear of rejection 0:09:07 Subtle ways low self-worth is created in children 0:16:29 Rewiring the mind through neuroplasticity 0:17:42 Telling yourself a better lie 0:18:30 Messy kids & nostagia 0:20:02 Upgrading our thoughts: shifting from external to internal growth 0:23:00 Unconditional love and the pursuit of happiness 0:27:00 Embracing our power and the power of the mind This episode is sponsored by: —Cozy Earth: Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.com/ —BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at http://betterhelp.com/GROVES Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I welcome back the brilliant Dr. Stan Tatkin to the show. This time, we’re talking about parenting, especially from the lens of being new parents. Dr. Tatkin co-authored the book Baby Bomb, which dives deep into the nuances of new parenting and the effects it has on the couple’s relationship dynamic. Couples are often unprepared for the challenges of parenthood and lack a solid foundation in their relationship. Dr. Tatkin covers topics like disagreements in parenting style, embracing the change in sexual dynamics, and how to master communication and connection. Whether you’ve got a babe on the way, are a new parent, or are interested in learning how to parent better - this episode is a MUST listen! Dr. Stan Tatkin, PsyD, MFT is a clinician, researcher, and developer of the Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy® (PACT). He is the best-selling author of In Each Other’s Care (4/25), along with the relationship must-have book, Wired for Love. Dr. Tatkin speaks and teaches around the world on how to understand, create and sustain secure-functioning relationships. He helps couples create healthy attachments and secure-functioning relationships based on fairness, justice, and sensitivity. In addition to his robust clinical practice in Calabasas, California, Dr. Tatkin and Tracey lead couples through Wired For Love Couple Retreats -- both online and in person across the United States and Europe.    —Dr. Tatkin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstantatkin/ —The PACT Institute Website: https://www.thepactinstitute.com/ Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Parenting, New Parents, Relationships, Boundaries, Attachment Theory, Transformation, Conflict, Mental Health, Psychology 0:00:00 Intro 0:10:57 Co-regulating Practices for Improved Communication and Connection 0:14:16 Challenges in Modern Times: Distractions, Isolation, and Lack of Support 0:16:41 Fighting for Two Winners: The Concept of Win-Win in Relationships 0:19:07 Navigating Disagreements in Parenting Styles 0:21:12 Parenting: Collaborative and ever-evolving 0:23:11 Taking charge of parenting, creating something entirely different 0:27:00 Understanding intimacy and embracing change in sexual dynamics 0:29:02 Growing up, accepting losses, and deepening intimacy in relationships 0:30:57 Embracing the opportunity to become a better couple through parenting 0:33:25 Profound Insights on Communication Struggles and Self-awareness 0:35:23 The Humaneness of Communication: An Opportunity for Growth This episode is sponsored by: —BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/GROVES —SafeSleeve: Use code GROVES10 for 10% off sitewide at safesleevecases.com Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#329: Why Humans Fear Making Decisions In this episode, I dive into the art of decision-making. I explore the idea of peaceful fear and how it can guide our decision-making, challenge the notion that fear always means we're making the wrong choice, and speak to the resistance we feel when making decisions. Embracing fear and resistance leads to transformative experiences. Let's face our own versions of the jungle in life and live fully. —Follow me on Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/newsletter —Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com —Follow me on Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createthelove —Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://a.co/d/91ElXvN Themes: decision-making, challenge, fear, wrong choice, right choice, personal growth, trust, intuition, embracing fear, resistance, transformative experiences, ayahuasca, plant medicine, authenticity, change, transformation 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:47 Making difficult decisions and facing fear 0:02:20 Embracing the unknown and the outcomes of decisions made 0:08:45 Fear as a guide to the “right” decision 0:09:40 Moving towards peace beyond fear 0:09:50 Embracing fear and trusting your soul's path 0:11:15 Embracing intuition and letting go of pretense 0:14:01 Breaking free from struggle mentality 0:14:48 Seeking “peaceful fear” and resistance Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I welcome Water Expert Tracy Duhs to the show. We explore the fascinating world of water and its impact on our health, in a way you’ve likely never heard it talked about before. Tracy teaches us about the complexity of water, including the concept of water structure and its role in hydrating cells. She also teaches us about the important but little-known facts about tap water, “filtered” water, and the presence of plastic and toxins in water. Listen in to learn more about how changing the kind of water you drink (including how you drink it) can positively change the state of your health and wellbeing. Tracy Duhs works as a modern wellness advocate specializing in the restorative powers of intelligent hydration. She is also the author of the book HYDRATE: preserving youth and activating vitality through intelligent hydration, nutrition, and self-care.  — Website: http://tracyduhs.com — Instagram @tracyduhs: https://www.instagram.com/tracyduhs — Podcast - HYDRATE with Tracy Duhs: https://tracyduhs.com/podcasts 0:00:00 Intro 0:03:01 The Fascination with Water and Hydration 0:06:02 The Impact of Thoughts and Words on Water Structure 0:08:45 Different Types of Water Filters and their Effectiveness 0:10:20 Bottled Water vs. Tap Water 0:13:10 The Importance of Resonant Water and Adding Minerals 0:20:00 The Calling to Research Water and Hydration 0:21:54 The Dramatic Effects of Dehydration 0:29:37 Anxiety and the Impact of Thoughts on Well-being 0:34:04 Nature's Influence on Water and Bringing Awareness to Hydration 0:36:48 Intracellular Water and the Benefits of Deuterium Depleted Water 0:39:07 The Best Filtration Process for Traveling and at Home 0:42:05 The Power of Mindfulness in Shaping Thoughts and Words This episode is brought to you by: — Organifi: Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at organifi.com/createthelove — SafeSleeve: Use code GROVES10 for 10% off sitewide at safesleevecases.com Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I dive deep into the subject of commitment. Not just in the sense of committed romantic relationships—but the fear of commitment to ourselves and our truth, extrapolating it to every area of your life. Your fear to commit to a dream, to a possibility, to a relationship, to your purpose, to a goal—all of these are the same process. Understanding what lies at the base of our fears of commitment can allow us to become more committed people, more disciplined, and more discerning, and move forward and create things we never thought were possible but always desired.  Sentence starters I share in this episode: —When I love people, they… —When I love people, I… —When I let people love me, they… —When I let people love me, I… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode, I’m jamming with Branden Collinsworth again. This time, we explore the importance of reconnecting with nature and becoming sovereign humans again. Branden guides us through the importance of balancing the physical, emotional, spiritual, wisdom, and love aspects of ourselves through personal growth and self-discovery, and shares his insights into how we can make our old ceilings into our new floors. Branden is a testament to human resilience, emerging from a background fraught with adversity to become a global beacon of transformative power. His journey from the perilous grips of gang violence and personal despair to esteemed Nike ambassador and advisor to elite athletes and visionary leaders reflects his unparalleled determination. A mastermind in enhancing human performance, Branden's influence resonates in the successes of top-tier professionals and his transformative Warrior Retreats, recognized as the pinnacle of experiential journeys. Through all his endeavors, Branden proves that the spirit of human achievement knows no bounds. —Branden’s Instagram @brandencollinsworth: https://www.instagram.com/brandencollinsworth —Nike Classes: https://www.nike.com/ntc-app —YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCyA1vNZ6Z2k7g26JNKA83g —Warrior Retreats: https://gogetfunding.com/warriorretreats2023/ —TedxTalk: https://youtu.be/kadse8DqMkU?si=j5DlujYSTS_nqAcu Themes: Reconnecting with Nature, Paradox of Technology, Holistic Well-being, Balance, Personal Growth, Self-discovery, Courage, Change, Authenticity, Healing, Emotions, Personal Growth, Integration, Embracing the Unknown, Beliefs, Stepping Into Our Fullest Potential, Liberation, Transformation, Purpose Chapters: 0:00:00 Intro 0:04:19 The Power of Choice 0:12:43 The Journey to Alignment and Expression 0:16:33 Preserving the Past vs. Ushering into a Love-centered Future 0:17:49 Technology's Detachment from Self 0:21:41 The Insane Asylum that society is 0:25:00 Monetizing Lack of Optimization in a Manipulative World 0:28:31 Plato's Allegory of the Cave: The Illusion of Reality 0:31:41 Bringing Others Into the Light: Our Duty for Love 0:35:20 Challenging Accepted Narratives 0:36:00 Questioning righteousness and biases 0:42:49 Critical thinking and the fear of censorship 0:45:59 Challenging toxic narratives in media and culture 0:49:24 The challenges and rewards of personal growth and optimization 0:57:05 The Power of Unity and Division 1:01:09 Willingness to Die for Truth and Love 1:02:48 Courage and the Power of Using Your Voice 1:07:37 The Importance of Humility in Conversations 1:08:48 The Courageous Path: Embracing Challenges for Fulfillment 1:09:35 Courageous Step Towards Optimization and Warrior Retreat Introduction 1:18:52 Connecting with Nature and Ayahuasca in the Jungle This episode is sponsored by SafeSleeve: Use code GROVES10 for 10% off sitewide at www.safesleevecases.com Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I reflect on my personal journey with body image and weight fluctuation, the wounding and repeating patterns I found that had me stuck there, and my recent transformation of “Reverse Dad Bod.” I share how I tapped into a new level of discipline and discernment in hopes that my story might inspire you to move towards what your soul might be asking of you, regardless if it’s with body image and weight or something else. We have limited time here on Earth… let today be the day when everything changes. —Follow me on Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/newsletter —Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com —Follow me on Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createthelove —Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://a.co/d/91ElXvN Themes: Authenticity, Healing, Emotions, Personal Growth, Integration, Beliefs, Stepping Into Our Fullest Potential, Liberation, Transformation, Purpose, Body Image, Shame, Societal Standards, Insecurities, Healthy Lifestyle, Integrity, Discipline, Discernment, Change Chapters: 0:00:00 Introduction and the concept of "Operation Reverse Dad Bod" 0:01:10 Battling weight fluctuations and the desire for a healthy weight 0:04:50 A Moment of Self-Recognition 0:07:02 The complexity of body image and societal expectations 0:09:00 Shifting perspectives and choosing a healthier relationship with food 0:12:36 Embodying change and personal growth 0:14:06 Finding motivation to transform through confronting our own limitations 0:16:25 Commitments, Integrity, and Teaching Through Example 0:17:05 Reflecting on past choices and newfound motivation 0:18:09 The transformative power of discipline and time appreciation 0:20:29 Living Life with Purpose and Legacy Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I welcome back Sarah Baldwin for the third time - Sarah’s last two podcasts have the most downloads out of any of my episodes! Sarah is a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and expert in the field of trauma resolution. She’s a member of the world-renowned Polyvagal Theory training team and has trained clinicians around the world in nervous system interventions.  In this episode, Sarah explains how we can use our nervous systems to rewire our past experiences to create secure attachment, deepen intimacy, and ultimately have better relationships. She brings light to the core needs resulting from our childhood experiences that drive our adult behaviors, and how understanding the connection can help us identify the root causes of ruptures in our relationships. She also guides us through somatic regulation techniques to foster more genuine connections, gently expand our comfort zones, and finally heal the traumas of our past so we can be the best version of ourselves today. Nervous system regulation is some of the most important work we can do, so dive right in to learn more! — Sarah’s Instagram @sarahbcoaching: https://www.instagram.com/sarahbcoaching —Sarah’s Website: sarahbaldwincoaching.com —Sarah’s Amazing Course - You Make Sense: https://programs.sarahbaldwincoaching.com/you-make-sense Themes: Somatic Therapy, Nervous System, Regulation, Self-Healing, Trauma, Attachment Theory, Relational Dynamics, Relationships, Belonging, Societal Pressures, Childhood Trauma, Overcoming Fear, Healing Our Past, Parenting Chapters: 0:00:00 Intro 0:08:34 The Importance of Feeling Safe in Our Nervous System 0:13:02 Unconscious attraction resulting from childhood experiences 0:14:00 Disconfirming Experiences 0:18:42 Internal Co-regulation: Changing Autonomic Tones for Self-Healing 0:21:41 How to help others regulate without becoming dysregulated 0:27:33 Meeting our own needs and creating internal secure attachment 0:31:01 Nervous System Responses in Relational Dynamics 0:38:35 Avoidant attachment and the human need for connection 0:42:12 The struggle of avoidance and the desire for connection 0:45:18 Building capacity for good things in life and overcoming overwhelm 0:48:25 Shifting from posturing to desiring genuine connection 0:52:08 Taking tolerable steps towards connection and expanding comfort zone 0:56:08 The Power of Relationships in Motivating Change 1:00:47 The Nervous System and the Impact of Media and Propaganda 1:05:10 The Impact of Nervous System Healing on Relationships 1:08:37 Nervous System Regulation in Every System for a Better World This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp! Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/GROVES Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My work is about personal liberation. Through the vehicle of relationship… yes. But, really, through whatever challenges you are facing. That’s why I explore how we relate to food, our bodies, friends, family, animals, nature, earth, our addictions… and of course, ourselves. I’m here to explore consciousness, the universe, God, how to create epic health, and how to be the best partner, parent, child, and friend.  I did not come to this earth to f*ck around and I sure as hell ain’t here to pretend I agree with sh*t I don’t agree with. And I refuse to participate in relationships that require the censorship of ourselves. My soul is loud, and I have been silent. Enough of that sh*t. If you’re ready to go deeper and learn how to master human connection, how to respectfully disagree, cultivate deeper intimacy through difference, nerd out on why we seem to sell our own sh*t out for belonging, why we throw our brains in the garbage when we’re afraid, why we’re so susceptible to propaganda, and why we’re willing to dehumanize, hurt, and even kill those who we disagree with or disagree with us... well, this is your place! I’m here to help support and guide people in their ability to utilize the challenges in their lives to liberate themselves from patterns they’re tired of, create a life and love they have always desired, and get paid to be themselves. The soul is calling. And I’m answering, are you?  P.S. I am not advocating for the use of irresponsible language, disrespect or hate. I’m advocating for conversation, curiosity, the pursuit of truth, and the creation of love. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#323: Sourcing Emotional and Physical Needs — Solo EP In this solo episode, I break down the behavioural patterns of minimizing our needs in relationship, which often stem from childhood experiences (you saw that one coming, right?!). It’s so important to honour our own needs and not settle for less. So let's cut the BS! Claim who you are, what you want, and what you’re going to create with your life. Be available to availability, set boundaries, tell the truth and clean up agreements. Hear your own voice and claim what you desire - free from needing the other person to change - then YOU are free to change and choose the life, love, and experience you want! To have the great love and great relationship you want - you MUST move forward telling the truth, creating NEW patterns, and reclaiming what you desire. You in?! P.S. Kylie and I dive deeper into these themes in our new book "Liberated Love" now available for pre-order! https://a.co/d/91ElXvN -Follow me on Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove -Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/newsletter -Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com -Follow me on Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createthelove -Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://a.co/d/91ElXvN Themes: Unavailability, Attracted to Unavailability, Repeating Patterns, Childhood Related Patterns, Making Different Choices, Integrity, Authenticity, Healing Chapters: 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:37 Dissecting the Pattern of Minimizing Needs 0:01:30 The Paradox of Unavailability in Friendships and Desires 0:09:39 Embracing Authenticity and Setting Boundaries 0:10:24 Reflecting on Standards and Accommodating Behavior 0:11:05 Taking Accountability and Making Conscious Choices 0:11:41 Healing Relationships and Claiming Desires 0:12:49 Liberating Yourself through Self-Authenticity and Integrity 0:13:30 Dive Deeper into Liberated Love with our New Book This episode was brought to you by Cozy Earth! Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#322: Reversing Crohn’s, Colitis, and IBD with Dane Johnson Dane Johnson is a Board Certified Nutritionist with expertise in IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease), Crohn’s Disease, and Ulcerative Colitis, and a pioneer of natural medicine and self-healing. To date, he has the most testimonies in the world for reversing IBD symptoms. His international team of coaches have all reversed their own symptoms of IBD, Crohn’s or Ulcerative Colitis using his fully customized S.H.I.E.L.D Program, and work with over 100+ cases a week helping others reverse their IBD. In this episode, Dane shares his incredible journey from being near death to reclaiming his health by reversing the symptoms of what doctors say is “a lifelong, incurable disease.” Dane educates us on all the ins and outs of IBD, Crohn’s and Colitis, the importance of addressing root causes and improving overall well-being to heal, and the power of functional medicine/natural/holistic approaches when it comes to healing the gut. He also shares details about his SHIELD healing program. Whether you’re in the mood for an inspirational story, or if you or someone you know suffers from IBD, this episode is a must-listen! — Dane’s Crohn’s Colitis Lifestyle Coaching Program: https://crohnscolitislifestyle.com — Instagram: @crohnscolitis_lifestyle https://www.instagram.com/crohnscolitis_lifestyle Themes: Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, functional medicine, gut health, holistic healing, detoxification, mental health, transformation Chapters: 0:00:00 Introducing Dane Johnson and His Life-Changing Journey 0:03:18 Inflammation and Gut Dysbiosis 0:06:18 Dane Almost Losing His Life 0:14:11 Financial struggles and the emotional tolls of the illness 0:22:49 Shifting from Sacrifice to Investment 0:28:23 From Victimhood to Healing 0:36:58 Finding Balance and Connection in a Consistent Practice 0:37:36 Finding Consistency and Happiness in New Endeavors 0:45:05 Low Stomach Acid and Digestive Issues 0:52:42 The Physical Toll of Illness 0:55:32 Remission vs Cure: Understanding Root Causes 1:00:12 Empowering the Body: Finding Root Causes and Customized Plans 1:04:17 Ways to support detox pathways and promote liver health 1:07:19 The importance of balance in the microbiome and avoiding harmful substances 1:10:32 Discovering diets for Crohn's and colitis 1:13:25 Embracing Pain for Personal Growth and Leadership Sponsors: — Organifi: Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at organifi.com/createthelove — Cured Nutrition: Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at curednutrition.com/createthelove Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#321: Allow Me to Reintroduce Myself— Solo EP In this episode, I share my journey to embracing the change that has been seeking me, and embracing the unknown that I’ve been afraid of. For so many of us, we fear letting go of our familiar patterns, but also fear stepping into our fullest potential because we’re afraid of what might happen or what lies ahead. But stepping into the unknown IS the key to our personal libration. I’m ready to leap, and I’m not f’ing around anymore. So with that said, allow me to reintroduce myself. My name is Mark Groves. It's nice to meet you, again. And again… and again. -Join my Crushing Communication Workshop: https://crushingcommunication.com/mark -Join my Mastermind: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/mastermind2023 -Follow me on Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove -Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/newsletter -Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com -Follow me on Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createthelove -Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://a.co/d/91ElXvN Themes: Authenticity, Healing, Emotions, Personal Growth, Integration, Embracing the Unknown, Beliefs, Stepping Into Our Fullest Potential, Liberation, Transformation, Purpose Chapters: 0:00:00 Introduction and Gratitude for Co-Working Space 0:01:10 Exploring the Journey of Reintegration and Wholeness 0:02:32 Understanding Trauma Response and Staying Frozen in Patterns 0:05:12 The Fear of Leaping and Embracing the Unknown 0:09:50 Embracing Change and Reintroducing Myself 0:12:18 Becoming the Best Version of Ourselves through Relationships 0:13:45 Embracing Compassion and Recognizing Everyone's Journey 0:15:30 Cultivating Curiosity, Compassion, and Flexibility in Interactions 0:17:25 Mastering Relationships: The Key to Transforming Life Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Fatherhood, Parenthood, Becoming, Relationships, Wholeness, Children, Parenting, Holistic Healing  Summary:  Today I welcome Dr. Ryan Pope, a neurostructural Chiropractor, men’s home birthing coach, and rites of passage enthusiast with a giant beardy smile and infectious laugh that lights up any room. He’s spent the last ten years exploring the edges of how to be a man in this world, with a focus on healing, personal growth, business, and the transition from boy to man and man to father. What sets Ryan apart from many modern health professionals is his unwavering trust in the innate capabilities of the human body to heal and bring forth new life naturally. This conviction stems from his incredible partner Amber's epic 35+ hour wild birth experience and over a decade of watching thousands of people heal naturally under his guidance and care. Alongside his hands-on healing and dedication to his local community through his chiropractic care, Ryan’s global mission is to empower men to unearth an unshakable trust in themselves, in nature, in the human body, and in life itself, contributing to a resilient, confident, and thriving family ecosystem. In this episode, Ryan shares his preparation for fatherhood and wild home birth experience, what he’s learned along the way, and how we can live more intentionally and deeply through our own personal experiences. Discover: How to prepare for fatherhood How our past traumas and wounds impact our mind and body  Experiencing grief as we enter fatherhood  The secret to health and long-lasting relationships  00:00 Intro 01:23 Becoming a Chiropractor 05:52 How does stress show physically? 08:33 Fatherhood and the Rite of Passage 22:01 The unexpected side of fatherhood 24:39 Power of surrender in childbirth and home birth experience 33:39 A father's journey in childbirth 42:12 Balancing fatherhood and work 49:52 Eldership and support in parenthood 59:15 Empowering change and mindful transformation Links:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pope_ryan_ Website: https://www.becomingthemountain.co/ Sponsors:  SafeSleeve: Use code GROVES10 to get 10% off at safesleevecases.com Cozy Earth: Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: God, Divine, Spirituality, Interconnectedness, Faith, Transformation, Purpose, Mentality, Awareness, Enlightenment, Belief, Trust, Serenity, Power, Inner peace Summary: Today I welcome, Neale Donald Walsch, a modern-day spiritual messenger whose words have profoundly touched the world. With a lifelong curiosity about religion and a deep connection to spirituality, Neale embarked on a personal journey that led to his now-famous conversations with God. From these transformative dialogues emerged the "Conversations with God" series of books, translated into 37 languages, sparking life-altering changes in the lives of millions. This episode is a journey into the heart of profound spirituality and the potential for positive change within each of us. He has written 40 books on contemporary spirituality and its practical application in everyday life, including his new book GodTalk: Experiences of Humanity’s Connections with a Higher Power, a book in the Common Sentience book series. Neale is the bestselling author of the Conversations with God series, in which seven of the nine books made the New York Times bestseller list. Book One remained on that list for 134 weeks. Discover: Gain insights into Neale's profound spiritual evolution and how it continues to inspire and impact lives Learn how the "Conversations with God" series has redefined traditional beliefs about God and spirituality How to question conventional wisdom and embrace a broader, more inclusive perspective on the divine Tangible things we can do every day to connect with the divine and live fuller lives  00:00 Intro 00:30 Rediscovering spirituality  09:07 Questioning what we're told about God 14:10 Writing ‘God Talk’ 16:41 Can God talk to us? 24:25 Finding the channel to God 27:42 Recognizing our connection to all life 41:53 Divine insights 44:24 Seeking Unity Through 'God Talk' Links:  Website: https://nealedonaldwalsch.com Book - GodTalk on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3O0ud1c  Book - GodTalk on Barnes and Noble: https://bit.ly/3KjN9pz Sponsors: The Wellness Company | Use code GROVES at checkout for 15% off sitewide at twc.health/groves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Parenting, Achievement, Toxic Achievement Culture, Children, Parenting, Confidence, Mental Health, Teens Summary:  I’m jamming today with Jennifer B. Wallace, an acclaimed journalist and bestselling author of "Never Enough: When Achievement Pressure Becomes Toxic." Jennifer, a mother of three, was struck by the toxic pressure surrounding high-achievement schools. Concerned about the impact on her own children, she embarked on a journey to understand and mitigate this achievement culture's harmful effects, resulting in her book, "Never Enough: When Achievement Cultures Become Toxic and What We Can Do About It."  In this episode, we talk about toxic achievement culture and what parents can do to make their children feel seen, heard, and loved without that being contingent on their achievements.  Discover: How parenting has evolved over the past few decades What we can do to help our children become mentally strong  How a sense of “mattering” can protect against burnout for parents and children  How increased pressure and the need to succeed create a toxic environment for our children 00:00 Intro  00:27 The high expectations of modern parenting 04:51 Value of a college education in today's job market 06:32 Teaching kids that they matter 10:03 Empowering kids with intrinsic motivation 16:07 How toxic achievement culture is impacting children today 22:51 From people-pleasing to self-valuing 31:14 Parenting with value 35:46 Repairing and shifting in parenting 40:55 Teach your kids to ‘never worry alone’ 45:18 Be interested in your child’s online world 50:22 Encouraging kids to celebrate other’s achievements Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferbrehenywallace/ Book: https://www.jenniferbwallace.com/pre-order Website: https://www.jenniferbwallace.com/ Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards: Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Self-discovery, Triumph, Letting Go, Wholeness, Trauma, Health, Mindfulness, Eating, Transformation, Emotions, Pain, Abuse, Healing, Dream Summary: Today I welcome Drew Canole, the CEO of FitLife.Tv and Founder of Organifi. Drew is a renowned wellness expert, author, and motivational speaker.  In this episode, Drew shares his profound insights and wisdom on the journey to becoming your best self. Drew Canole has inspired countless individuals to lead healthier, more purposeful lives through his transformative work in the field of wellness and personal development.  Drew also provides practical tips and actionable advice on personal growth, from optimizing physical health through nutrition and fitness to fostering mental and emotional well-being. He shares his own personal experiences, challenges, and triumphs on the path to self-improvement, offering relatable anecdotes that resonate with listeners. Whether you want to improve your health, boost your confidence, or simply lead a more fulfilling life, this episode is a must-listen! Discover: How a positive mental attitude and gratitude shape our most fulfilling life.  Strategic ways to overcome challenges  How we can reshape our future by letting go of the past How healing starts with small, daily habits How can we change from being codependent on trauma to triumph How to step into your power and life life at your fullest potential 00:00 Intro 00:52 Drew’s first lucid dream 04:23 From dreaming to awakening 08:29 Forgiveness and reuniting with his father 11:29 How nutrition transforms relationships 17:27 Confidence through fitness 20:12 Glimmers 22:11 Transforming trauma into motivation 31:39 Redefining masculinity and rediscovering community 36:07 Creating Organifi and what’s next? Links:  Website: https://drewcanole.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewcanole/?hl=en Organifi Website: https://www.organifishop.com/pages/drew-canole-podcast-2 Drew and You Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/drew-and-you-podcast/id1555338843 Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards: Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Transformation, Spirituality, Building Habits, Authenticity, Belonging, Purpose Summary:  Today I welcome Eric Zimmer, a Certified Interfaith Spiritual Director, podcast host, and writer, Eric Zimmer is endlessly inspired by the quest for a greater understanding of how our minds work and how to intentionally create the lives we want to live. Eric works as a behavior coach and has done so for the past 20 years. He has coached hundreds of people from around the world on how to make significant life changes and create habits that serve them well in achieving the goals they’ve set for themselves - and he teaches us some of his tried and true methods in this episode.  Discover: How can we build lasting habits and how can we maintain them The important role community plays in our personal transformation Being comfortable with change and how we can overcome perfectionism 00:00 Intro 00:38 Story behind “The One You Feed” 02:19 Spiritual Habits Program 10:28 Building lasting habits 20:10 Can you build a habit in 21 days? 23:10 Overcoming perfectionism 25:26 How to maintain a habit 34:04 Navigating change and self-deception 39:42 The power of community in personal transformation 44:57 Question your own thoughts Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/one_you_feed/ Website: https://www.oneyoufeed.net/about-eric-zimmer/ Podcast: https://www.oneyoufeed.net/all-episodes/ Sponsors: The Wellness Company | Use code GROVES at checkout for 15% off sitewide at twc.health/groves Hatch Restore 2 | Go to hatch.co/markgroves to get $20 off and free shipping Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Letting Go, Spirituality, Meditation, Transformation, Mentality, Awareness, Growth, Compassion Summary:  Today I welcome Diego Perez, better known as Yung Pueblo. Diego inspires us to feel empowered in our ability to transform and uplevel ourselves, embrace change, and tap into our inner strength—not just to endure, but to thrive—unlocking a world of boundless possibilities. In this episode, he gives us tangible techniques that we can implement today to start thriving and creating an abundant life.  Diego Perez is a meditator and New York Times bestselling author who is widely known on Instagram and various social media networks through his pen name Yung Pueblo. Online he has an audience of nearly 3 million people. His writing focuses on the power of self-healing, creating healthy relationships, and the wisdom that comes when we truly work on knowing ourselves. Get his newest book, The Way Forward, today! Discover: Diego explains the power behind making small decisions every day  How we can reclaim power over our lives How to distinguish between intuition and trauma Ways to implement mindfulness for a successful life 00:00 Intro 01:03 The never-ending journey to self-growth 02:50 Embracing the unknown 06:02 Transforming disagreements into understanding 09:24 The Way Forward 13:15 Vipassana Meditation 21:20 For people bad at meditating 23:04 Intuition vs. reactivity 25:35 Intuition as your compass for life 27:20 The benefits of meditation 31:29 The challenges of being seen as a teacher 35:27 Complexities of hierarchy and fame 41:21 Dissolving hierarchy in relationships 44:41 Reclaiming your inner wisdom 49:18 The inspiration behind 'The Way Forward' 51:38 Integrity and embracing impermanence 54:56 Where can you start? Links: New Book: The Way Forward: https://yungpueblo.com/books-1 Website: www.yungpueblo.com Instragram: @yung_pueblo - https://www.instagram.com/yung_pueblo Substack Newsletter: https://yungpueblo.substack.com/  Vipassana Meditation: https://www.dhamma.org/en/index Sponsors: Organifi: Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards: Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Self-discovery, Healing, Empowerment, Therapy, Authenticity, Belonging, Wholeness, Mindfulness, Inner peace, Reflection, Self-awareness, Self Loss, Trauma, Self Summary:  Today, I'm thrilled to introduce Dr. Sara Kuburic! Known as the millennial, therapist, she is an existential psychotherapist, consultant, writer, and columnist for USA Today. She is passionate about helping people seek change and live authentic, free, and meaningful lives.  In her work, Sara places a firm foundation in values like openness, honesty, trust, and humor. Her expertise lies in guiding individuals through the complex terrain of identity exploration, addressing moral trauma, navigating relationships, coping with life transitions, and managing anxiety. Her overarching goal is to empower individuals, enabling them to live authentically and freely, foster healthy relationships with themselves and others, facilitate healing and personal growth, and ultimately unearth their life's purpose. In this episode, we talk about the concept of self-loss that Sara addresses in her new book “It’s On You,” the concepts of taking radical responsibility for our own healing, and how we can start to find ourselves, love ourselves, and work towards creating an authentic life we truly love. Discover: Dr. Sara Kuburic's personal journey and her professional expertise in psychology and existential therapy Identity exploration, addressing moral trauma, and navigating relationships How to cope with coping with life transitions, and managing anxiety  How to lead authentic and meaningful lives 00:00 Intro  00:30 Coping with hidden trauma 02:20 Coping with hidden trauma 06:34 Reclaiming your life after trauma 09:49 Taking responsibility for yourself 15:14 Revealing the self 18:27 Choosing authenticity  20:47 Religion and the Self 24:24 Self loss 29:28 How to love yourself 35:38 Self rejection and integration 39:07 It’s on you for true liberation Links: Instagram link @millennial.therapist: https://instagram.com/millennial.therapist Book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/700579/its-on-me-by-sara-kuburic Website: https://www.sara-kuburic.com/ Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards: Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Death, Afterlife, Ancestreal Lineage, Psychic Medium, Intuition, Childhood Trauma, Rediscovering Ourselves, Transformation, Spirituality, Grief, Authenticity, Belonging Summary:  Today I welcome Natalie Miles to the show! Natalie, originally from the UK, is an acclaimed channel, psychic medium, writer and author of her best selling book “You Are Intuitive. Trust Your Truth.Take Back Your Power.” Her brand new podcast “Things That Die” is here to break the taboo on the death and endings we face in our lives.  Natalie is here to inspire you to deepen the connection with yourself and the world around you to make more aligned conscious choices in your life. She’s not here to give you the answers or tell you what to do. But instead, to inspire you to feel confident in making the present and future decisions in your own life. She shares insight and guidance so you can move forward with confidence, trusting your own intuition. Her first podcast, “So You Think You’re Intuitive” was one of the top spiritual podcast across North America with over 1.3 million downloads. Her intuitive work was also named by “Goop” as one of the best workshops to develop your intuition. Discover: Natalie explains the cathartic power of letting go and how letting things die can be a gift What her forecast is for the rest of 2023 and how you can use that in your favor. How our ancestors and our childhood relationships can develop into trauma and recurring patterns How to live a life filled with confidence and how to trust your intuition  00:00 Intro 01:52 Forecast for the remainder of 2023  07:10 Growing up with medium abilities  12:36 Paying attention to your own medium abilities and how to hone in on that gift  16:09 What is the intuitive voice 22:50 Breaking the chains of ancestral patterns 32:19 Conversations with spirit guides 38:49 Intuition as a guide in finding your truth 45:33 The freedom of self-expression 49:24 Messages from the beyond Links: Website: https://natalie-miles.com/ Natalie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamnataliemiles/ Things That Die Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thingsthatdie/ Sponsors: The Wellness Company | Use code GROVES at checkout for 15% off sitewide at twc.health/groves Nurisense | Go to Nutrisense.com/markgroves and use code MarkGroves to save $50 off your first month + a free month of nutritionist support Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Integrity, Authenticity, Legacy, Commitment, Consistency, Relationships, Answering Your Calling, Truth Summary:  I've learned so much on this journey, especially the importance of consistency and speaking my truth, even when it's challenging. So in this solo episode, I invite you to embrace discomfort, challenge your limits, and commit to your full potential. Change yourself, change the world. Discover: The value of authenticity, speaking the truth with grace and kindness, and the power of honesty The idea of leaving a meaningful legacy, making a positive impact on future generations, and standing for one's beliefs The importance of challenging the status quo and promoting dialogue to drive change The transformative potential of embracing discomfort, acknowledging growth through challenges, and rejecting victim mentality 00:00 Intro  01:06 Leaving a legacy of integrity 04:02 Staying true amidst polarized narratives 08:50 Embracing your calling 13:28 The power of choice 17:01 Rejecting rejection 21:06 Changing yourself to change the world Links: Create The Love Newsletter: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/newsletter Mark Groves Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com Create The Love Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove @createthelove Mark’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsmarkgroves @itsmarkgroves Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/createthelove @createthelove Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Hinge | Sign up today at hin.ge/MarkGrovesPodcast Create the Love Cards: Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Toxic Masculinity, Challenging Gender Norms, Vulnerability, Weakness, Strength, Fatherhood, Brotherhood, Purpose, Belonging, Authenticity Summary:  Our society has often perpetuated a narrow and rigid definition of masculinity, which can lead to harmful stereotypes and expectations for men. However, a growing movement of men is actively debunking these traditional notions, recognizing that true strength lies in authenticity and emotional openness. In this episode, I jam with my good buddies Stefanos, Connor, and Dan about masculinity. We share about our experiences as men growing up and in relationships, share revealing statistics about men today, explore male vulnerability and emotional authenticity, speak about our experiences in fatherhood, the impact of all of what men experience on their relationships and personal growth, and so much more. This is a jam-packed episode so sit back, grab a snack, and let’s explore the multifaceted world of modern masculinity! Discover: The journey to redefining masculinity and embracing vulnerability How opening up and sharing your struggles can help you connect with others on a deeper level Using your vulnerability as strength and your voids as values  Debunking gender norms on masculinity and how that leads to toxic masculinity 00:00 Intro 02:16 Where are all the good men? 11:39 Toxic masculinity 14:48 Coping from the lack of a masculine role model 19:10 Isolation and men being providers and protectors 24:38 Vulnerability in men 29:06 Feedback in relationships 42:10 Connection with perfectionism 46:25 The pressure on men to provide 52:16 Journey to becoming a father 1:07:50 The influence of role models  1:23:54 Biological and cultural factors in defining masculinity 1:30:04 Identity and morality 1:34:35 The best thing a man can do Links: Stefanos Sifandos: Website: http://coachwithstef.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StefanosSifandos Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stefanossifandos Instagram @stefanossifandos: https://www.instagram.com/stefanossifandos/ TikTok @stefanossifandos: https://www.tiktok.com/@stefanossifandos?lang=en Connor Beaton: Men’s Work book: https://mantalks.com/book Connor’s Website: https://connorbeaton.com/ ManTalks Website: https://mantalks.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mantalks/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2exoyYcKLknC5IWiwdAihQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ManTalks.ca/ Dan Harrison: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedanharrison/ Website: https://www.soulfulsalescompany.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulfulsalesco Sponsors: Hatch Restore 2 | Go to hatch.co/markgroves to get $20 off and free shipping Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Health, Physics, Transformation, Resonance, Sun, Biology, Light, Nature, Social Media, Technology, Minerals, Alignment, Genetics Summary:  Today I welcome founder David Reid and co-founder Brad McDonnell of Manna to the podcast. David and Brad have spent over a decade traveling to the ends of the Earth, to the highest and lowest places, finding the best, most active, and most available form of nutrients to create Manna. Their product contains a comprehensive blend of nutrients and essential minerals from Shilajit and Ocean Plasma/Ormus to enhance energy levels, radiance, cognitive function, sexual drive, vitality, and overall longevity. Manna is dedicated to helping humankind take control and restore its full health potential in the simplest way possible combining the wisdom and practice of ancient medicine with modern-day science and innovation. In this episode, we deep dive into Brad and David’s background and how they came together to create the company. They also shed light (pun intended) on what sun gazing is, its transformative effects, and the sense of connection it can bring to our lives. Listen to this very enlightening (no pun intended this time) episode and discover how you can tap into the power of light for a transformative journey to genetic liberation and unity! Discover: Brad's early fascination with the human body, sports, and his traumatic neck injury that changed the course of his life David's journey from the military to working in the medical industry, and his quest for deeper understanding of life's purpose What sun gazing is, its benefits, and the realization of oneness with the universe through it The role of minerals and remineralization in health and wellness and the goal of bringing nature back into people's lives through wellness products The idea of genetic liberation, transitioning from a state of polarity to a state of unity, and the potential for humans to eventually live off light 00:00 Intro 00:41 The story behind the creators of Manna Vitality 14:31 Journey into physics and resonance 17:34 Sun gazing  28:03 Reconnecting with nature 34:04 “Social media is colonizing your mind…” 36:31 The power of natural elements: light, water, minerals 45:22 Healing the dissonance 50:03 Psychological shift in remineralizing the body 54:07 From self-reflection to genetic liberation 1:02:03 Living off light Links: Website: https://mannavitality.com - Use code Mark20 for 20% off! Instagram - @mannavitality: https://www.instagram.com/mannavitality Sponsors: The Wellness Company | Use code GROVES at checkout for 15% off sitewide at twc.health/groves Manna Vitality | Use code Mark20 for 20% off at mannavitality.com Hinge | Sign up today at hin.ge/MarkGrovesPodcast Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Decluttering, Organizing, Psychology, Hoarding, Letting Go, Memory, Nostalgia, Sentiment, Minimalism, Transformation, Mental Health Summary:  Why is it hard to let go? Sometimes the stuff we hold onto, even the little things, become like old friends, reminding us of moments and stories we've lived. So, how do we actually go about getting rid of these things? Today I spoke with Megan Golightly, the founder of Simplified, and she helped us answer these questions. As one of the most popular organizing and decluttering specialists in North America, Megan is best known for weaving her psychology background and interest in neuroscience into her passion for organization. She promotes the importance of mental health and positive change and partners with brands and publishers to create unique, authentic campaigns that reach thousands of people. Life is easier when you have less. In this episode, Megan breaks down how we can gracefully let go of even those items we're strangely attached to, and embrace the lighter, clutter-free lifestyle through smart decluttering and organization. She also dives into strategies for sharing your decluttering journey with others and highlights how creating space in your surroundings can invite new people into your life. Discover: The psychology of letting go, and why is it hard for us to let go of stuff that we’re attached to The cost and weight of hoarding things - how it will negatively impact our life Why and how you can start decluttering - what are the questions you can ask yourself as you let go of your stuff 00:00 Intro 01:05 The psychology of letting go 05:24 Where to begin in decluttering 08:33 “You cannot organize until you’ve decluttered…” 11:11 Cleaning hoarder’s homes 14:24 Managing clutter using systems 19:04 How a tidy space lightens your life 23:20 Letting go of your ex’s stuff 25:25 Why do we hold on to things? 29:10 Duration, path, outcome 30:49 It feels good to let go 34:09 Having different organizing styles 35:54 Parents dumping things on their kids 37:03 Learn to say no 38:59 Memory over physical things 42:37 Sentiment and guilt  47:27 Decluttering space for love Links: Special offer for my listeners! Get 20% off all of Megan’s guides and courses with code SIMPLIFIEDLOVE20 Instagram - @gosimplified: https://www.instagram.com/gosimplified Website: https://www.go-simplified.com/ Guides: https://www.go-simplified.com/guides Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Hinge | Sign up today at hin.ge/MarkGrovesPodcast Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How can you attract the life that you want? Let’s find out with today’s guest, Robert Greene! Robert is the author of the New York Times bestsellers, The 48 Laws of Power, The Art of Seduction, The 33 Strategies of War, The 50th Law, Mastery, The Laws of Human Nature, and most recently "The Daily Laws: 366 Meditations on Power, Seduction, Mastery, Strategy, and Human Nature.  In this episode, Robert shares about how he came to write his most influential books including the The Art of Seduction and the 48 Laws of Power, and how the concepts behind power and seduction apply not only to relationships but to life in general. Robert shares some insights on how we use seduction more than we think, the importance of discipline and patience when it comes to mastery, and his top tips on how to live a good and fulfilling life.  Discover: The inspirations behind some of his bestselling books, The 48 Laws of Power, The Art of Seduction, and Mastery Becoming aware of our dark side, and how acknowledging and understanding this dark side can actually help us make better choices and understand others better The art of seduction, not just in relationships, but how to get people to pay attention and be interested in you How to be a master in our field and be good at something we love doing - how to be patient and not give up when things get tough How to live a fulfilling life 00:00 Intro 00:53 Robert’s passion for writing 06:44 Why do we fear power? 10:49 “Journalists are very manipulative…” 12:22 Be aware of your dark side 16:59 Writing the ‘Art of Seduction’ 22:51 How to be a good seducer? 30:48 Difference in how to seduce men and women 32:24 The Anti-Seducer 35:25 How the internet is influencing the art of seduction 41:37 The power of mastery  47:53 Learn to take criticisms 52:08 Living without smartphones 56:13 The Sublime 1:01:08 How to live a fulfilling life Links: Robert’s Website and Books: https://powerseductionandwar.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RobertGreeneOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d     TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@robertgreene?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobertGreene Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/48LawsofPowerbook Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Nurisense | Go to Nutrisense.com/markgroves and use code MarkGroves to save $50 off your first month + a free month of nutritionist support Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Spirituality, Awakening, Alignment, Religion, Identity, Intuition, Transformation, Truth, Ritual, Self Worth, Self-Love, Purpose Summary:  Today I welcome a good friend and returning guest, Leah Brathwaite! Leah is an author, Soul Advisor, Kundalini instructor and Human Design guide. She’s the founder of Live Free Lifestyle Inc, a personal and spiritual development and lifestyle brand that helps high achievers connect with and live in their full potential and purpose. After emancipating from nearly three decades of repressive religious indoctrination, navigating disability, depression and divorce and starting her life over from scratch at 30, Leah has learned valuable tools, lessons and practices to heal, get unstuck and create a life of freedom, fulfillment and joy. She teaches her transformative methods and perspectives through her writing, courses and consulting. Combining spirituality, practical psychology and metaphysics in her work, she creates unique opportunities for others to tap into the deepest truth of their souls and find their own answers to life’s big questions. In this episode, Leah shares her story of profound spiritual awakening, including the transformative impact of Kundalini yoga on her life. Leah also speaks to the interconnectedness of our experiences as a whole—good and bad—and how we all go through cycles of forgetting who we are so that we can remember again and start on the next level of expansion. If you’re feeling stuck and not sure where to start, this episode is for you!    Discover: Leah's transformational journey from feeling lost and inauthentic to rediscovering her true self and purpose The importance of cleansing our minds with meditation, journaling, and breathwork What we can do to avoid daily anxiety and step into greater alignment with our true selves 00:00 Intro  01:00 Leah’s awakening moment 06:33 From resistance to acceptance  11:19 Breaking free from religious restrictions 24:20 Coming back from forgetting 35:10 Kundalini awakening 37:30 The power of spiritual teachings and guidance 42:30 Take ownership of your suffering 52:13 Daily practices to help you step into greater alignment with your true self Links: Website: https://www.leahbrathwaite.com  Instagram: @leah.brathwaite - https://www.instagram.com/leah.brathwaite Book: A New Way of Life: A Guide for Transformation from Living a Lie to Freeing Your Soul - https://www.leahbrathwaite.com/book Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Food, Farming, Community, Nature, Agriculture, Healing, Regenerative Farming, Death, Belonging, Health, Purpose, Grief, Sustainability Summary:  Today I welcome Kate Kavanaugh to the show! She started her journey in regenerative agriculture 15 years ago looking at how meat could be a byproduct of conservation. Now, Kate is the host of the Mind, Body, and Soil podcast where she is devoted to digging in deep with guests, finding the threads of what it means to be humans woven into this earth. In her spare time, Kate raises goats, pigs, cows, and poultry on a small farm in upstate New York.  In this episode, Kate teaches us about the importance of regenerative agriculture and how it helps us regain connectivity to nature, microbiome, animals, soil, and so much more. She shares about the importance of restoring our relationship with our food and animals, how death is all around us and we must embrace instead of avoid it, and how we can create more meaningful connections with the food we eat, the land we walk on, and the farmers and ranchers in our community. A fascinating episode you won’t want to miss! Discover: Kate’s journey from being a vegetarian to butchery and embracing regenerative agriculture The importance of death in the cycle of life and how it’s ingrained in every aspect of our lives How to restore our connection to nature, animals, food, and community 00:00 Intro 00:42 Finding connectivity with our food 02:11 From farms to supermarkets 06:18 The problem with processed foods 14:59 Restoring our nutritional relationship with nature 17:40 Getting into regenerative agriculture 20:06 Touch some soil 26:02 “We are feeding more than ourselves…” 29:47 About having a farm 35:11 From stewarding to consuming an animal 39:08 Death is an integral part of the cycle of life 48:07 How to restore our relationship with nature, food, and community Links: Instagram: @kate_kavanaugh - https://www.instagram.com/kate_kavanaugh Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mind-body-and-soil/id1615122217  Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1LozvGYEduMrJGDjRhUJu9?si=5b7f73b264424c45 Twitter: @katekavanavgh - https://twitter.com/katekavanavgh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@katekavanaughmbs Website: groundworkcollective.com Farm Finder - Near Home: http://nearhome.groundworkcollective.com/ Substack: https://substack.com/@katekavanaugh Sponsors: Hatch Restore 2 | Go to hatch.co/markgroves to get $20 off and free shipping! Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Plant Medicine, Health, Nature, Awakening, Spirituality, Tea, Relationships, Transformation, Belonging Summary:  Today I’m jamming with Mariana Rittenhouse! Mariana believes a daily Tea practice will change your life. She has guided hundreds of people and high-profile influencers across 20 countries back to their hearts through courses on Tea, ceremony & ritual, and reconnecting to Nature. Rooted in Earth-based teachings and ritual practices, her work helps people slow down, find deeper meaning and reconnect to the Earth to ease the stress of our chaotic daily lives. She brings a healing experience to her signature course, Start Your Own Tea Practice, as well as her retreats and podcast, OF THE EARTH with Mariana Rittenhouse. In this episode, Mariana shares how she discovered tea ceremony and how her tea practice helped her recover from her career-related burnout and bring greater meaning into her life. She teaches us how Tea can help us deepen our relationship with ourselves and nature through the process of making tea and holding tea time sacred.  Discover: How tea ceremonies and meditation contribute to being present, patient, and connected to oneself The parallels between tea ceremony practice and other mindfulness practices How tea can help you deepend your relationship with yourself and nature 00:00 Intro  02:28 Cultural exchange 11:52 Stop waiting for the extreme 14:17 Letting tea speak to you 18:39 The problem with over relying on humans 20:57 Making the tea 25:37 Growing up with tea 31:33 Having a tea ceremony 36:35 What happens when you become too extreme on your body 45:23 “Give it away before it gets taken away…” 54:35 Tea’s got your back Links: Mariana’s Course: Start Your Own Tea Practice: www.marianarittenhouse.com/syotp - Enrollment open August 23 - Sept 3, 2023! Instagram: www.instagram.com/marianadelatierra  Website: www.marianarittenhouse.com  Podcast: OF THE EARTH with Mariana Rittenhouse: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/of-the-earth-with-mariana-rittenhouse/id1690880695 Substack: https://marianarittenhouse.substack.com/ Freebie for starting a Tea practice at home: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/623cbd59e4da3a4464c30f11 Sponsors: Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Money, Finance, Zen, Financial Education, Appreciation, Relationships, Spirituality,  Summary:  Today I welcome Ken Honda to the show, Japan’s Zen Millionaire and best-selling self-development author, with book sales surpassing seven million copies since 2001. His latest book is called “Happy Money: The Japanese Art of Making Peace With Your Money.” In this episode, Ken teaches us about happy money vs. unhappy money, the power of gratitude & appreciation when it comes to the flow of money in and out of our lives, and how to call in your abundance with simple yet powerful ways that create a better relationship to your money.  Discover: The definition of happy money vs. unhappy money and why it matters so much when it comes to our finances The different money personalities and how that shows up in our romantic relationships How to turn unhappy money into happy money and create more abundance in our lives 00:00 Intro 01:22 Relationship between zen and money 03:11 Happy money vs. Unhappy money 08:24 Money is energy 10:32 ‘Arigato’ your money 11:49 Make more, spend less 16:43 Find and use your gifts 19:25 “Money is not the problem, people are” 21:57 Money and relationships 28:06 Shame around asking for financial help 30:22 Spirituality and money 32:44 How your life is affected by money 34:51 Holding on to money creates unhappy money 37:19 Transform your relationship with money Links: Website: http://kenhonda.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happykenhonda/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kenhondahappymoney Twitter: https://twitter.com/KenHondaHappy Arigato Living Community: https://kenhonda.pages.ontraport.net/arigatoliving  Sponsors: Primally Pure | Use code MARKGROVES for 15% off sitewide at primallypure.com The Wellness Company | Use code GROVES at checkout for 15% off sitewide at twc.health/groves Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Health, Food, Metabolic Health, Diet, Stress, Glucose, Mood, Emotions, Exercise, Cortisol Summary:  Today I welcome Kara Collier, the co-founder and VP of Health at Nutrisense, one of America’s fastest-growing wellness-tech startups. After becoming frustrated with the shortcomings of the traditional healthcare system, she made it her mission to help others reach their maximum health potential using modern technology & expert coaching. She is the leading authority on the use of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technology for health optimization and disease prevention.  In this episode, we jam about a topic not often discussed by traditional healthcare systems until it’s too late - the role of glucose and insulin response in your body and how it affects your metabolic health. Glucose monitoring is not just for people with diabetes! We talk about insulin sensitivity in our modern (often stress-filled!) lifestyles, the many factors that affect our insulin responses, and how we can monitor our insulin fluctuations to better understand how we metabolize different foods. Glucose monitoring can help us to make more informed lifestyle choices to optimize our overall well-being and long-term health. Discover: What glucose is and how it plays a vital role in our bodies What metabolic health really means and how glucose affects it How modern-day stressors create cortisol and insulin spikes What glucose tracking is and how you can do it Why exercise is essential for your metabolic health and longevity How glucose fluctuates for women during menstrual cycles + menopause What you can do if you getting a continuous glucose monitor is not an option for you 00:00 Intro  02:50 What is metabolic health? 09:03 Glucose and insulin 12:05 How does it begin? 19:03 Metabolic health in a modern world 23:03 Understanding our relationship with food 30:21 What is a glucose monitor? 39:24 Making mindful food choices 42:16 Impact of glucose levels on mood 44:43 Effect of alcohol and stress on glucose levels 51:37 The benefits of a strong muscular system 56:05 Glucose fluctuations during menstruation and menopause 58:20 Alternative ways to monitor glucose Links: Website: https://www.nutrisense.io/ Special offer for my listeners! Use code CREATETHELOVE50 for $50 off the first month of any subscription at https://www.nutrisense.io/ Kara’s Instagram: @karacollier1 - https://www.instagram.com/karacollier1 Nutrisense IO Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nutrisenseio Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Truth, Pandemic, Vaccine, Anti-Vaxxers, Covid, Media, Vaccine Risk Awareness, Covid Vaccine, Informed Consent  Summary:  Today I’m honoured to welcome the Chief Scientific Officer for The Wellness Company, Dr. Peter McCullough! He completed his medical degree as an Alpha Omega Alpha graduate from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. He also completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Washington, with a cardiology fellowship including service as Chief Fellow at William Beaumont Hospital, and a master’s degree in public health at the University of Michigan. He is also an avid researcher and has broadly published on a range of topics in medicine with over 1000 publications and 660 citations in the National Library of Medicine and is currently an internist and cardiologist in academic practice in Dallas, Texas. In this episode, we jam about vaccine ideology, safety and efficacy, the effects of vaccines on the immune system, and strategies for addressing post-vaccination syndromes. Dr. McCullough also shares his perspectives on the Covid Vaccines and their implications on public health, the relationship between childhood vaccines and autism, and his journey of speaking out against conventional narratives. P.S. The 3 supplements Dr. McCullough mentions for spike protein support are Nattokinase, Bromelain, and Curcumin. Discover: The debate around vaccine necessity and overuse The relationship between childhood vaccines and susceptibility to conditions like adult shingles and autism Dr. McCullough's perspectives on the COVID-19 vaccines and their implications for public health The journey of speaking out against conventional narratives and the challenges faced by medical professionals 00:00 Intro  05:00 The Vaccine Dilemma  08:19 The one thing that would’ve made travelling safer than masks and vaccines 11:48 Vaccine ideology 16:44 The role of vaccines in disease reduction 22:54 Navigating vaccine risks 28:24 Does Dr. McCullough recommend the Covid vaccine? 30:12 Gap between media narratives and vaccine risks 35:26 Strategies for addressing post-vaccination syndromes Links: Dr. McCullough’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/P_McCulloughMD Dr. McCullough’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petermcculloughmd/ McCullough Foundation: https://mcculloughfnd.org/ Dr. McCullough’s Book - The Courage to Face Covid-19: https://couragetofacecovid.com/ Dr. McCullough’s Substack: https://substack.com/@petermcculloughmd Dr. McCullough’s Podcast - The McCullough Report / The America Out Loud Network: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mccullough-report/id1562849542 Dr. Peter McCullough’s Website: https://www.petermcculloughmd.com/ The Wellness Company’s Website: https://www.twc.health/ The Wellness Company’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/twc_health  The Wellness Company’s Instagram - @twc.health: https://www.instagram.com/twc.health/ The Wellness Company’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheWellnessCompany.health  https://t.me/thewellnesscompany  https://rumble.com/user/twc4health https://truthsocial.com/@TWC4health  https://gab.com/thewellnesscompany  https://gettr.com/user/thewellnesscompany  Sponsors: The Wellness Company | Use code GROVES at checkout for 15% off sitewide at twc.health/groves Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Self Love, Relationships, Personal Development, Awakening, Body Liberation, Transformation, Boundaries, Grief, Truth, Social Media, Aging Summary:  Today I welcome Sarah Sapora to the show! Sarah is a writer, inspirational speaker, social media community leader, and the creator of size-inclusive live events and retreats. Sarah uses her voice to make personal growth accessible to plus-size women over 40. Leading with radical vulnerability, heart, and colorful humor, Sarah has helped hundreds of thousands of women learn to navigate the sticky place between self-acceptance and self-improvement.  Sarah shares about her messy journey to self-love, which she defines “any thought you think or action you take that gets you closer to your Ultimate You.” She talks about how she had to forgive herself for past behaviors and choices, let go of shame and self-judgment, and really look at her own sh*t in the eye to get brave enough to hold herself accountable to change. In her new book Soul Archeology, she shares a practical map of how to get un-stuck and stop self-abandoning so you can get closer to the real you—one small change at a time. Discover: Sarah’s journey to self-love and her experiences with body image, relationships, and how she found a way to surrender to the messy, uncomfortable aspects of life The correlation between body liberation and greater liberation How familiarity with old habits and identities can create resistance to transformation The challenges women face in a society that devalues and vilifies aging 00:00 Intro  04:35 The misconception about self-love 08:04 Breaking free from toxic relationships 14:46 Forgiving yourself 21:01 Resistance to transformation 25:02 Unmasking your true self 29:24 Surrendering 39:18 Soul Archaeology 45:10 The easy path is actually the hard path 47:24 How social media stole our attention span 52:52 Aging and the social value of women Links: Instagram: @sarahsapora - https://www.instagram.com/sarahsapora/ Website: https://SarahSapora.com Book: Soul Archeology - A (Totally Doable) Approach to Living a Self-Loving and Liberated Life: https://www.sarahsapora.com/book Sponsors: Primally Pure | Use code MARKGROVES for 15% off sitewide at primallypure.com Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Love, Relationships, Death, Truth, Alignment, Awakening, Connection, Healing, Authenticity, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Transformation Summary:  In this special 300th solo episode, I share a profound realization about love and self-discovery that I recently had when listening to a lecture from Ram Dass. It's all about how we “fall in love with the method” – external triggers that make us feel alive and vibrant. But here's the thing: those methods only awaken something already within us. Join me as we explore the transformative power of choosing ourselves and embracing all of the painful and messy parts of our journeys. Come stand in possibility with me, and make this the moment that everything changes for you. Discover: Why we fall in love with “the method” and why it often takes us away from experiencing depth The importance of facing your pain instead of running from it The power of choice: choosing to fall in love with yourself rather than the method 00:00 Intro  00:23 Falling in love with the method 03:06 Relationship to death 05:11 Removing what’s not you 08:35 Unconditional love is not equal to unconditional tolerance 10:10 Find the methods that bring you alive 12:19 Your choices will impact how you feel about yourself Links: Create The Love Newsletter: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/newsletter Mark Groves Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com Create The Love Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove @createthelove Mark’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsmarkgroves @itsmarkgroves Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/createthelove @createthelove Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Create the Love Cards: Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Friendship, Love, Attachment, Vulnerability, Platonic Relationships, Intimacy, Connections, Culture, Society, Belonging Today I welcome an enlightening psychologist, international speaker, and New York Times bestselling author, Dr. Marisa G. Franco! She is known for digesting and communicating science in ways that resonate deeply enough with people to change their lives. She works as a professor at The University of Maryland and authored the New York Times bestseller Platonic: How The Science of Attachment Can Help You Make—and Keep—Friends. She writes about friendship for Psychology Today and has been a featured connection expert for major publications like The New York Times, The Telegraph, and Vice.  In this episode, we dive into friendship and attachment, the very real challenges we all experience around friendships and why we might be experiencing them, PLUS pro tips on how to initiate new friendships as an adult and keep them intimate, nourishing, and lasting. Discover: Why we devalue friendships and only focus on connection through romantic relationships Friendships with attachment theory applied and how it can help us be better friends How men and women approach relationships differently and the stigmas that need to be broken around that How to make and keep friends 00:00 Intro  01:19 Why do we devalue friendships? 03:46 Friendships and attachment styles 10:17 Friendships and conflict 12:40 Friends helped us to grow 17:35 Friendships between men and women 22:40 Male and female group behavior  24:34 Are we in a masculine-friendly culture? 26:53 Friendships and attractions 29:58 The fear of vulnerability 33:24 Skills you need to make and keep friends 36:20 Building connections and initiating friendships 44:56 How to maintain relationships Links: Dr. Franco’s Book: Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make—and—Keep Friends: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/676695/platonic-by-marisa-g-franco-phd/ Instagram: @DrMarisaGFranco - https://www.instagram.com/drmarisagfranco Website: http://www.DrMarisaGFranco.com Sponsors: Manna Vitality | Use code Mark20 for 20% off at mannavitality.com Primally Pure | Use code MARKGROVES for 15% off sitewide at primallypure.com Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Parenting, Fatherhood, Pregnancy, Childbirth, Relationships, Truth, Human Behavior, Cancel Culture, Acceptance Summary:  It’s been a little while since I came on and did a life update, so in this solo episode I share some recent big life changes or initiations for me and Kylie. Marriage and parenthood have taken center stage, leading me on a profound journey of growth and self-discovery. So tune in and explore the magic of life and the transformative power of relationships with me.  Discover: Our spontaneous Sedona wedding and the profound birth of our baby boy, Jasper The joys and challenges of early parenthood and discovering the wonders of fatherhood The power of authentic connections and evolving dynamics of love and partnership The beauty of life's precious moments and the transformative journey of self-discovery 00:00 Intro  00:59 Getting married in Sedona 03:23 Restoring the sacred in birth 08:20 Becoming a father 12:52 Support during pregnancy and childbirth 16:22 Psychological safety in workplaces and relationships 22:21 The best part about being a father 24:17 Observing, healing, and speaking out Links: Create The Love Newsletter: https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/newsletter Mark Groves Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com Create The Love Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove @createthelove Mark’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsmarkgroves @itsmarkgroves Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/createthelove @createthelove Sponsors: Organifi: Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards: Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Finding Yourself, Grief, Healing, Relationships, Mentors, Friendship, Connection, Transformation, Mental Health, Narcissism, Codependency Summary:  Today, I welcome back a returning guest and good friend, Jayson Gaddis! He is an artist, author, podcaster, speaker, executive coach, CEO, founder, human behavior specialist, and relationship expert. He is the creator of Interpersonal Intelligence® and Present Centered Relationship Coaching® and has trained over 200 coaches in 11 countries. His book Getting to Zero: How to Work Through Conflict In Your High Stakes Relationships was voted Editors Choice, Best Non-fiction, and Best Leadership and Business Book in 2021 on Amazon.  In this episode, we talk about the powerful journey of awakening to the soul’s desire to be in right relationship with self. We both share personal experiences on how we found our guides or mentors, and what motivated us to continue seeking transformation. Jayson also dives into the challenges of being in a relationship with a person exhibiting covert narcissism, the importance of valuing oneself and setting boundaries, the role of community and supportive relationships in personal transformation, and the significance of confronting shame and engaging in grief work.  Discover: Going on a journey to finding yourself – finding a mentor and the motivation to go through a transformation Becoming comfortable with change and accepting the hard truths about ourselves The importance of being alignment with your core values and the transformative power of accountability and purposeful living Exploring the complexities of covert narcissism and other personality disorders in relationships 00:00 Intro  00:47 Journey to yourself 04:10 The pain of grace 06:01 The first step to finding yourself 10:42 How to find the right teacher or guide? 20:52 The feeling when you “feel seen” 24:45 Discovering what truly matters 27:10 Becoming the witness of transformation 31:49 Learning to embrace the hard truths 36:37 How to orient yourself to change 39:27 Relationship complexities with personality disorder 43:09 Recovery from covert narcissism 46:29 Grief as a gateway 51:49 Become a Helper   Links: Certified Relationship Coach Training (RCT): https://relationshipschool.com/rct  IG: https://www.instagram.com/jaysongaddis/ @jaysongaddis Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therelationshipschool @therelationshipschool Twitter: https://twitter.com/JayGaddis @JayGaddis LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaysongaddis/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JaysonGaddis   Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Parenting, Emotional Intelligence, Technology, Mental Health, Connection, Education, School, Authenticity, Belonging Summary:  Today I’m excited to welcome Lael Stone to the show for eye-opening episode about children and parenting! Lael Stone is an educator, TEDx speaker, author, mother, and parenting counsellor who has been working with families for over 20 years. She is the co-creator of Woodline Primary School, an innovative new school based on emotional well-being and connection. Lael is the co-host of The Aware Parenting Podcast and a sought-after public speaker who talks candidly about her experiences and her great passion; creating wellness in families through connection and communication.  Join me in this fascinating conversation where Lael teaches us about how to raise emotionally intelligent children, the importance of modelling properly dealing with our emotions as regulation tools, and how connection (or lack of) can impact a child’s development. There are so many gems in this convo, so if you’re a parent or thinking of becoming one, this episode is for you!   Discover: Emotional modeling and teaching kids how to understand and manage their emotions Impact of technology on child development and the importance of having more non-screen play and nature connection  How to identify when your child needs more time to connect with you 00:00 Intro  01:19 How do we raise emotionally intelligent children? 05:25 Meeting your personal needs AND your child’s needs 15:55 Emotional modeling  28:59 Enmeshment in parenting 36:30 Importance of supportive systems and village 38:46 Impact of technology on child development 50:39 Effect of the lack of play or time in nature on children 51:59 Children’s education and emotional safety   Links: Website: http://www.laelstone.com.au/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/laelstone/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laelstone/  Woodline Primary: https://www.woodlineprimary.com.au/  About Birth: https://www.aboutbirth.com.au/  Tedx Talk: How to Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids: https://ideas.ted.com/how-to-raise-emotionally-intelligent-kids/  Book: Raising Resilient and Compassionate Children: https://www.amazon.com.au/Raising-Resilient-Compassionate-Children-Understanding/dp/0645551562  Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Primally Pure | Use code MARKGROVES for 15% off sidewide at primallypure.com Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Nature, Culture, Initiation, Life’s Challenges, Loss, Grief, Death, Individualism, Community, Technology, Transformation, Authenticity, Belonging, Spirituality Summary:  Today I welcome back returning guest Francis Weller, MFT, a psychotherapist, writer, and soul activist. He is a master of synthesizing diverse streams of thought from psychology, anthropology, mythology, alchemy, indigenous cultures, and poetic traditions. For 40 years, Francis has worked as a psychotherapist and developed a style he calls soul-centered psychotherapy. As a gifted therapist and teacher, he has been described as a jazz artist, improvising, and moving fluidly in and out of deep emotional territories with groups and individuals, bringing imagination and attention to places often held with judgment and shame. In this episode, Francis teaches us about initiations—what they are, why they are important for finding our place in this world, and the power they hold in ushering in personal growth and cultural belonging. We also jam about the importance of returning to nature, how disconnected and individualistic we are, and the soul’s relationship with grief. Francis has had a profound impact on me over the last three years, and I’m so excited to share this episode with you so that you can experience a deeper relationship with yourself and the world around you. Dive in! Discover: What initiation is and its role in personal growth and cultural/planetary belonging Rebuilding our lost relationship with nature The power of grief and how to move through it The impact of technology on our soulful connection with the world 00:00 Intro  01:22 Initiation as a path to personal growth and cultural belonging 04:21 The impact of individualism 08:23 The grief for our loss of intimacy with nature 11:38 What is an Initiation? 14:27 Accepting and moving through initiation 20:07 Relationship between grief and initiation 24:09 The loss of your soul  28:05 Returning back to the community 30:30 Impact of technology in our world 37:09 Rough initiation 44:59 Finding a place of belonging 48:34 Being disassociated from our own attention 52:13 Befriend your own life 55:19 A journey of transformation Links: Website:  www.francisweller.net The Alchemy of Initiation: Soul Work and the Art of Ripening Audio Recordings: https://www.francisweller.net/the-alchemy-of-initiation-a-five-week-series.html Sponsors:  Manna Vitality | Use code Mark20 for 20% off at mannavitality.com Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Repeating Patterns, Trauma, Mental Health, Somatic Therapy, Chaos, Addiction, Healing, Detox, Religion, Spirituality, Truth, Acceptance, Authenticity, Belonging, Transformation Summary:  Today I have the pleasure of interviewing Britt Frank! Britt is a licensed psychotherapist and trauma expert who is trained in IFS (Internal Family Systems) and SE (Somatic Experiencing). In addition to her private practice, Britt is also a speaker and an award-winning adjunct instructor at the University of Kansas, where she’s taught classes on ethics, addiction, and clinical social work.  In this episode, Britt opens up about her own journey through addiction, how she was finally able to address and accept her challenging childhood, and how she got “unstuck” from it all—coining the term “the science of getting unstuck.” Join us as we explore the reasoning behind our repeating patterns and how we can boldly address the truths on the other side of them to help ourselves get unstuck, love ourselves fully, and live in the present moment. Discover: The science behind the concept of being stuck and how to get unstuck How we can accept the truth about our past and use it as a stepping stone to being more present today The power of a “micro-yes” How to become a responsible adult and commit to your truth 00:00 Intro  00:32 The Science of Stuck 02:42 Why do we think we don’t have a choice? 04:50 Stop being the nice guy 07:07 Understanding the pathology of our behavior 09:31 Somatic therapy vs. psychotherapy 12:39 It’s me, I’m the problem! 14:24 How do we get unstuck? 16:52 The power of a ‘micro-yes’ 19:40 Learn to tolerate the chaos 25:25 Joining a cult 29:59 What influences people to get addicted? 32:13 Let go of your past  35:31 When truth comes forward 39:09 Acceptance without understanding won’t work 42:59 Don’t gaslight yourself out of trauma 45:28 Becoming a responsible adult 47:15 Come up with a survival plan 49:51 Detox and withdrawal 54:36 Live in the present moment 56:03 Spiritual aspect of psychology 59:32 Commit to your truth Links: Book: www.scienceofstuck.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittfrank Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at http://www.curednutrition.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at http://createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Midlife Crisis, Grief, Anxiety, Parenting, Mental Health, Marriage, Death, Loss, Pain, Coping, Healing, Authenticity, Spirituality, Transformation, Purpose Summary:  Today I welcome Kelsey Chittick to the show, writer, comedian, and inspirational speaker. Over the past 14 years, she has performed stand-up comedy all over Los Angeles and speaks at events around the country. She is the author of the best seller “Second Half - Surviving Loss and Finding Magic in the Missing,” about the sudden death of her husband, an NFL Superbowl Champion, and her journey back to herself and finding joy. She is the host of Mom’s Don’t Have Time to Grieve Podcast, which explores the beautiful and hard ways we walk through Grief. Kelsey is also the co-host of “SexTox with Tracey and Kelsey” which explores sex and relationships with humor and honesty.   Join us today as we chat about navigating grief and healing after a devastating loss. Kelsey opens up about the loss of her husband, how she found the strength to move forward, and what keeps her motivated to live life to the fullest. This is an episode you don't want to miss, as we explore the raw emotions, inspiring insights, and the power of embracing life after loss.  Discover: How to effectively handle and navigate through life's unexpected curveballs The topic of grief and strategies to swim through its overwhelming waves, finding ways to be present and heal along the journey How we can overcome fear of death, embrace life and make the most of each day Why avoiding or numbing painful emotions can hinder the healing process and the importance of fully experiencing grief to facilitate healing and growth 00:00 Intro  00:54 Unexpected events in our lives 08:00 Meeting an angel when you’re in great pain 10:12 Navigating the ocean of grief 12:04 Embracing the healing process of loss 14:30 Finding strength in memories and moving forward 18:21 Connection between laughter and pain 20:53 Is crying good for you? 25:11 Fear of death 28:05 Living in the moment 32:53 Experiences that unleash the power within you 35:26 Alcohol as a coping mechanism 39:10 Being a friend to someone who is grieving 41:37 Three M’s to do when you’re experiencing grief 45:09 What’s now? Links: Website: https://kelseychittick.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelseydchittick/?hl=en Book: https://www.amazon.com/Second-Half-Surviving-Finding-Missing/dp/1951407490?ref_=ast_author_dp Sponsors: Manna Vitality | Use code Mark20 for 20% off! Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Gender Identity, LGBTQ, School, Parenting, Gender Transitioning, Transphobia, Transgender, Gender Dysphoria, Mental Health, Tough Conversations, Authenticity, Belonging Summary:  Today I welcome Julia Malott to the show! Julia is a transgender woman from Toronto, Canada and creator of Alotta Thoughts: Quick Take Videos exploring nuanced conversations about our identity political divide. Julia is concerned that our recent politics surrounding gender identity and ideology have become increasingly divisive, and she's determined to bridge this gap. Through thoughtful conversation with individuals from all political perspectives, Julia seeks to cut through the noise and have productive conversations across the ideological spectrum to demonstrate that we are not nearly as divided as we might have thought. Join us today as we consciously dialogue about things that most people are afraid to talk about: gender identity especially in terms of being taught to young children, the parent-school divide, transphobia and hate, pronouns, and transitioning. Julia opens up about her personal story on how she navigated the shame around her identity, how she overcome her victim mentality, and the hate she experienced during her transition. She also shares how parents can better understand their kids who may be questioning their gender, build a supportive and safe relationship, and guide them through their experience in a safe and mindful way. This is a conversation you surely wouldn’t want to miss!  Discover: The importance of having discussions about gender identity, gender dysphoria, and transitioning Navigating and overcoming transphobia and hatred while embarking on the journey of transition Understanding Puberty Blockers, what they are and how they affect young individuals How parents can better understand their children who may be questioning their gender 00:00 Intro  01:36 Why do we need to have these conversations? 06:35 The Parent-School Divide 11:09 Teaching young kids about gender identity 17:27 Providing gender-affirming care 21:59 Finding joy in the transition 25:57 Victim mentality in the journey of transition 29:38 Transphobia and hate 35:46 Transgender inclusion in sports 42:15 Learning and understanding pronouns 47:41 Letting go of external validation 49:03 Overcoming shame and narcissism 54:32 Why girls can be masculine but boys can't be feminine 1:00:10 What are Puberty Blockers? 1:05:10 Parenting with transitioning kids 1:08:19 Gender identity is not everything Links: Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlottaMalotta YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd3Rbb9vPPu44G2Zxd8FbLA Website: www.alottamalotta.com Sponsors: Cymbiotika | Use code GROVES at checkout for 15% off your first purchase at cymbiotika.com (Save up to 45% off when you buy a bundle!) Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Awakening, Purpose, Meditation, Relationship, Parenting, Grief, Alignment, Intuition, Self-Love Summary:  Today I’m welcoming Maryam Hasnaa to the show who is an intuitive, a channel, an energy healer and a lover of all things that create a feeling of being connected to something bigger than ourselves. Maryam uses her own highly sensitive gifts to remind other beings of the energetic nature of this universe and teach the importance of living in alignment with one’s intuition and most authentic self.  Tune in to learn about spiritual awakenings and how we receive invitations to higher our vibration or make adjustments to our path, whether it’s with our relationship with ourselves or in our relationships with others. If you’ve ever questioned whether it was a gut feeling or intuition, or if a breakup was meant to happen in order to change your life path, this episode is for you!   Discover: How you can awaken your purpose in life and unlock your inner wisdom Maryam’s near-death experience and how it triggered her spiritual awakening Relationships are a way for you to find your own awakening  The transformational effects of grief and how you can find awakening through it 00:00 Intro  00:32 New Earth Mystery School 04:21 Awakening to your purpose 10:35 Maryam’s near-death experience 17:33 Returning back to consciousness 21:50 Walk-ins and awakening 28:40 Relationships as vehicles of awakening 36:33 How your childhood affects your relationship 40:33 Awakening through grief 48:55 Stepping into the alignment of your soul Links: Bonus for listeners: Use code NEMSMG23 for $19.99 off one month of any of Maryam’s membership offerings Maryam’s NEW Course - The Subtle Art of Relationship Dynamics: https://www.maryamhasnaa.com/subtle-art-of-relationship-dynamics Website: https://www.maryamhasnaa.com  New Earth Mystery School: https://www.maryamhasnaa.com/new-earth-mystery-school  Resonance Apothecary: https://resonanceapothecary.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryamhasnaa   Sponsors: Manna Vitality | Use code Mark20 for 20% off at mannavitality.com Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Comfort, Discomfort, Mental Health, Technology, Parenting, Cancel Culture, Media, Journalism, Mortality, Belonging, Transformation, Purpose Summary:  Today I am jamming with the bestselling author of The Comfort Crisis, Michael Easter! As an author, professor, and adventurer, he writes and speaks about how humans can leverage modern science and evolutionary wisdom to perform better and live healthier and more meaningful lives.  Join us today as we jam about the surprising idea that our cozy, comfortable lives may be at the root of our major physical and mental health issues. Michael shares his powerful experiences from his adventure in Bhutan and the Alaskan Arctic, where he uncovers the power and benefit of sitting with discomfort and silence. Tune in to learn why you need discomfort and how to navigate it to help bring more happiness into your life! Discover: How and why should you disrupt your comfort and why staying too long in your comfort zone could affect your physical and mental health What the Japanese practice called Misogi is and why it’s so powerful The power of silence and how it affects your creativity How we can challenge the discomfort of boredom The process of hunting and how it will teach you to value life and mortality more 00:00 Intro  01:11 Why should you disrupt your comfort? 05:37 New generations and lack of discomfort 10:25 Misogi  18:53 Being alone 24:02 The power and influence of silence 30:30 Writing a book in a world full of distractions 33:18 Choosing discomfort vs comfort 35:59 Remerging with the cycles of the planet 41:11 The discomfort of boredom 46:26 Addictive technology 49:32 The process of hunting 54:24 Life and death 1:01:15 Younger generation taking responsibility  1:03:56 Cancel culture and freedom of speech 1:15:09 Are journalists left-wingers? 1:22:37 Psychological media manipulation  1:27:02 Differences in political views impacting relationships Links: The 2% Newsletter: https://unique-painter-9003.ck.page/441934d2f0 Website: http://eastermichael.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael_easter/ The Comfort Crisis: https://easterm.square.site/product/TCCSigned/1?cs=true&cst=custom Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Cymbiotika | Use code GROVES at checkout for 15% off your first purchase at cymbiotika.com. (Save up to 45% off when you buy a bundle!) Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Power of Mind, Brainpower, Meditation, Trauma, Mental Health, Technology, Beliefs, Health, Transformation, Biohacking, Neuropsychology Summary:  Today I am jamming with award-winning author, speaker, and the founder of BrainTap®, Dr. Patrick K. Porter! Dr. Porter pioneered the use of brainwave entrainment to improve clarity, sleep, and energy and remains at the forefront of scientific research. He founded BrainTap, offering over 1800 original audio sessions in 12 languages and serving a worldwide user base with its mobile app and headset.  Tune in to hear Dr. Porter unleash loads of fascinating information about the power our brains hold, and how we can use neuropsychology to change our emotions, reactions, nervous systems, bodies, brainwaves, and so much more - way beyond what we ever imagined our brains could do. If you want to feel more regulated, release your victim mentality, stop letting fear dictate your life, or just to better grip your emotions, this episode is for you! Discover: How our brains are wired for repetition and comfort and create our narratives and beliefs, plus how we can change that How you can rewrite your memory just by changing the way you perceive your past experiences  How the frequency of our environments dictate our energy and wellbeing What Brain Tap is and how it can help hack our mind’s potential and improve our health 00:00 Intro  00:54 What is Neuropsychology? 05:31 Our brain is making it all up 09:06 How to change a belief  15:09 How to rewrite and change your memory 24:53 Three phases to brain fitness 29:21 The frequency of your environment changes you 34:50 What is Brain Tap? 43:17 See past experiences as learned experiences 47:33 Psychoimmunology 48:57 What happens when you think of fear? 49:44 Confusion 50:21 Hacking the brain 55:22 Retinal flashing 1:00:26 Effect of music on your brain 1:03:45 Types of sessions with Brain Tap   Links: Brain Tap: https://braintap.com?afmc=DrPorter Dr. Patrick Porter: https://drpatrickporter.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drpatrickporter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrPatrickPorter/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZZ2tOyICABoDsExUuz9n7A   Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Energetic Signatures, Health, Physics, Healing, Energy, Vitality, Radical Healing, Holistic Healing, Food, Spirituality, Transformation Summary:  Today I’m welcoming Dr. Beth McDougall to the show, who is an internationally recognized Integrative physician with a specialty in multifactorial degenerative disease. She is the founder of CLEAR Center and the co-founder and medical director of the cutting-edge, bio-optimization lab, JYZEN in Mill Valley, CA. Long known as a medical detective, Dr. McDougall excels at unraveling complex, multi-factorial conditions.  She is advancing a new medical paradigm, one at the intersection of medicine and contemporary physics, to transform the practice of medicine. Dr. Beth discusses the magical benefits of Manna Vitality - a combo of the highest quality minerals, amino acids, fulvic and humic acid, and nutrients gathered from both the Earth and the Sea. Listen in on this fascinating episode where we jam on health from an energetic point of view, and how physics and holistic medicine can unlock the secrets to radical healing. Discover: What are energetic signatures, and what could ours be? The effect of relationships, environment, and food on our body How we can hack aging and vitality The correlation between food and fertility 00:00 Intro  00:51 Intersection of Physics and Medicine 05:44 Discovering energetic healing 11:01 Discovering healing patterns beyond the physical approach 18:48 Energetic signatures in our lives 21:33 Impact of dysfunctional relationships on health 24:27 Why are people sicker than they’ve ever been? 26:26 Finding an antidote  28:32 Correlation of food stress on fertility & testosterone production 33:57 Remineralizing your body 37:29 Aging and vitality 44:28 Nature is the answer 48:36 Choose the life that you want 51:06 Effects of Manna Vitality 57:12 “We’re intersecting waves of energy…” 59:18 Journey to liberation   Links: Manna Vitality: https://mannavitality.com/ Manna Vitality Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannavitality/ Manna Vitality Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mannaelements Dr. Beth’s Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@bethmcdougallm.d.4704 Dr. Beth’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethmcdougallmd/ Dr. Beth’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbethmcdougall Jyzen labs Website: https://jyzen.com/ Innovative Medicine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1eW2p7SfVlU&list=PL5rXEjDCSV03yt440eVIm9wd41Ey_2gi3 The Pristine Blueprint - The Secret to Full Spectrum Vitality and Health on All Levels: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvuYWXsZhyo&t=14s The Pristine Blueprint Book: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Pristine-Blueprint-Longevity-Transforming/dp/B09PMH14GZ   Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Manna Vitality | Use code Mark20 for 20% off! Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Codependency, Addiction, Relationships, Boundaries, Technology, Social Media, Spirituality, Self- Love, Healing, Authenticity, Belonging, Transformation, Mental Health, Grief Summary:  Today I am jamming with self-help pioneer, Melody Beattie! Melody is the author of many bestselling books—including The Language of Letting Go, Playing It by Heart, The Grief Club, Beyond Codependency, and The Codependent No More Workbook. In 2009, Codependent No More was named one of the four essential self-help books of all time by Newsweek.  Melody Beattie’s compassionate and insightful look into codependency—the concept of losing oneself in the name of helping another—has guided millions toward the understanding that they are powerless to change anyone but themselves and that caring for the self is where healing begins. Join us today as we jam about the ins and outs of codependency in relationships, the challenges faced by those stuck in addictive or enabling cycles, the importance of setting boundaries, and how to break free.    Discover: Melody's incredible journey of overcoming codependency and how she turned her life around, finding freedom and happiness along the way What codependency actually means, and how people can unknowingly fall into its trap The importance of setting boundaries with technology and social media, and why connecting with real people is where it's at for our well-being Tips and tricks to break free from addictive and enabling cycles, empowering yourself to make positive changes and embark on a journey of personal growth and healing 00:00 Intro  00:33 The fine line between being human and a codependent 04:06 How writing ‘Codependent No More’ saved her life 12:31 The role of men and women in relationships 17:58 Healing the division 24:00 Choose your own circumstance 28:21 Boundaries for tech and social media 32:42 Unveiling collective codependency 38:02 Trauma reflecting in present-day anxiety 40:22 How to break free 46:38 Learn to love yourself unconditionally 49:26 There’s nothing human about technology   Links: Book: Codependent No More (2022 updated edition!) https://melodybeattie.com/books/codependent-no-stop-controlling-others-start-caring/ Website: https://melodybeattie.com/   Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at http://www.curednutrition.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at http://createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Morning Routine, Personal Development, Habits, Adversity, Mental Health, Meditation, Affirmations, Curing Cancer, Authenticity, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Health, Transformation Summary:  Today I’m welcoming Hal Eldrod to the podcast! Hal is on a mission to elevate the consciousness of humanity, one morning at a time. He teaches about The Miracle Morning – his powerful method to transform your life by simply changing how you start your day. Tune in to hear all about Hal’s proven successful morning routine, how he used it to get out of depression and change his life, and how you can jump on the Miracle Morning train to change your life starting tomorrow morning! Discover: How to build the perfect morning routine that will elevate your life and health The two problems with affirmations and how can we manifest the life that we want the right way The connection between emotions and inflammation, and how if you do the work, you achieve total wellness 00:00 Intro  02:13 Mediocrity 04:26 The Miracle Morning origin 07:07 What’s your level of personal development? 10:50 Learn to get excited about waking up 16:51 Starting a morning routine 20:05 The problem with affirmations 27:44 Commitment in the face of fear 37:52 The correlation between emotion and inflammation 42:22 How do you become a morning person? 57:11 Every adversity is an opportunity 1:01:08 Transforming relationships with the Miracle Morning    Links: Movie: http://miraclemorningmovie.com/ Books: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07B5RD8MK?ref_=dbs_dp_rwt_sb_tpbk&binding=paperback Speaking: https://halelrod.com/speaking/ Podcast: https://miraclemorning.com/category/podcast/ Community: http://miraclemorningcommunity.com/   Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Business, Health, Social Media, Technology, Mortality, Death, Grief, Change, Self-Development, Mental Health, Purpose, Transformation Summary:  Today I’m jamming with Ryan Duey, CEO of Plunge, one of the most affordable cold plunge tub manufacturers on the market. Cold plunge benefits include nervous system regulation, boosting energy, greater recovery/performance, increased immune support, increased motivation, mood improvement, pain relief, stress relief, better sleep, and so much more! If you know me, you know I love the benefits of cold showers and cold plunges, and I was stoked to get my hands on one of their amazing plunge tubs. (P.S. I got you a discount—code below in the links!) Join the conversation as we deep dive (no pun intended!) into the fascinating story of how Plunge was created as a business thriving out of the pandemic and the challenges their company faced with growth. We also jam everything you need to know about cold plunging—how it affects your brown fat, how it can help you regulate your nervous system and tackle your biggest fears—and muse about death, mortality, fears, and emotions that cold plunging can help you regulate. Discover: Discover the surprising benefits of cold plunging for optimal physical and mental health How cold plunging is an amazing tool to regulate your nervous system in a word filled with stress, anxiety, and overstimulation The post-pandemic shift to digitalization and social media affecting everything from our nervous systems, to analog life, to business operations in today's world and how cold plunging can help us deal better 00:00 Intro  01:15 Why should you try cold-plunging? 06:53 Doing business during the pandemic 11:11 Digitalization in business 17:33 Cold-plunging is a +gym for your nervous system 20:09 Benefits of cold-plunging 22:27 The growth of Plunge 30:27 Using social media in business 41:25 Analog to digital shift 43:18 Recalibrate your nervous system 46:38 Mortality and death 59:40 Rejecting the concept of aging  1:02:10 It’s important to question everything 1:05:03 Maturing and processing change better 1:12:02 Start with small changes, don’t go big Links: Plunge: https://thecoldplunge.com - Use code CREATETHELOVE for $150 off! Instagram: @plunge Linktree: https://linktr.ee/coldplunge Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Friendships, Boundaries, Toxic Relationships, Trauma, Childhood Patterns, Healing, Mental Health, Authenticity, Belonging, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Codependency Summary:  Today I’m welcoming back my friend Violet Benson, comedian, motivational speaker, creator of Daddy Issues, and podcast host of the largest self-love podcast and movement for women, Almost Adulting. Tune into this episode to learn how to navigate toxic friendships, set healthy boundaries, stop giving others power over you, and reframe your past traumas to stop repeating patterns. Violet offers valuable advice for anyone looking to improve their relationships, and friendships, and prioritize self-love. Discover: How to navigate toxic friendships and set healthy boundaries The importance of not giving others power over you and how to reclaim your own power in relationships How discovering your patterns and choosing to stop the cycle can help you heal and chose a new path forward 00:00 Intro  00:54 Friendships aren’t always easy 05:19 Handling negative comments online 07:16 Letting go of toxic friendships 10:36 How the pandemic changed our identities 13:17 Posting for likes vs business 19:02 Prioritizing yourself over social media popularity 27:47 Creating the “Daddy Issues” Identity 32:29 The problem with idolization 35:54 Reinventing yourself and cutting ties with people who hold you back 39:57 Stop giving others power over you 46:07 The “I can change him/her” mindset 49:26 Repeating a pattern with friends 52:20 Childhood patterns shape our lives 57:48 Not everyone is a villain 1:00:47 Stop crossing your own boundaries 1:02:47 The reason we choose emotionally unavailable people 1:08:13 Children are our teachers 1:13:43 Generational traumas are passed down Links: Podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/almostadulting/ Personal IG - https://www.instagram.com/violetbenson/ Meme IG - https://www.instagram.com/daddyissues_/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/daddyissues  Almost Adulting on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7IY1Gjc1uktmDCmNLA0HXo Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Inner Voice, Trauma, Self-Talk, Inner Child, Healing, Authenticity, Belonging, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Transformation, Mental Health, Purpose, Bi-Polar Summary:  Today I welcome back my good friend, the “Queen of Saying It Out Loud,” Vasavi Kumar!  She has relentlessly searched to find her own voice, access the freedom of her creative spirit, and help others along the way… out loud. When she was diagnosed with bipolar disorder at the age of 19, she made it her life’s purpose to understand how her mind works, starting with making room to hear herself think. Her mission is to share everything—the good, bad, and ugly—in order to teach a more mindful, practical, and simple way of running every aspect of your life.  In this episode, Vasavi teaches us the importance of “saying it out loud” - how to talk to yourself to build self-trust, heal from past traumas, and gain greater clarity about who you are and your calling. Vasavi shares practical tips for cultivating a discerning, gentle, and firm inner voice and unlocking the power of your inner child's voice. She also shares some of her powerful exercises to help guide our self-talk. Don't miss this powerful jam sesh! Discover: The difference between writing down what you feel and actually saying it out loud Explore how the tone of your inner voice affects your mental health, and find out how to speak to yourself in a positive and empowering way How unspoken trauma can manifest in your life, and how to heal from it and move toward a more fulfilling life How you can trust yourself again and let your inner child's voice be heard 00:00 Intro  01:12 Writing Say It Out Loud 08:22 Difference between saying and writing what you feel 11:04 The power of talking to yourself out loud 18:21 Importance of the tone of your voice 21:51 Have trust in yourself 31:39 Your inner child wants to be heard 33:35 Exploring unspoken trauma 39:45 Practice and prepare 43:15 Overcoming fear and embracing visibility 53:57 The healing power of writing Links: Book: sayitoutloudbook.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/mynameisvasavi  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vasavikumar1/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VasaviKumarUnfiltered  YouTube: https://youtube.com/vasavikumar Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Health, Traditional Medicine, Healing, Transformation, Alignment, Belonging, Spirituality, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Mental Health, Grief Summary:  Today I’m jamming with Dr. Kevin Preston, a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, herbalist and acupuncturist, trained in biological medicine. Known for his experience treating toxicity, chronic illness, and mystery syndromes, Kevin has served thousands of patients across North America, by combining extensive education and experience with intuition and heart connection, letting compassion rise to the forefront of all he does. He’s passionate about activating the inherent medicine within each of us, unlocking the true potential of the DNA and cellular network.  Kevin shares his fascinating journey through Traditional Chinese Medicine and breaks down the mind-body connection to show how our emotions (especially stored/unprocessed ones!) play a massive role in our health. Kevin also talks about the intuition and heart connection and how our heart center often stores the greatest potential for setting us free, and how we can gain greater clarity around our life purpose when we create more awareness around the energy in our body and our environment.   Discover: The importance of identifying the root cause of pain for effective healing How our emotions impact our health How our environment(s) impact our overall well-being The transformative power of processing our emotions and how it creates greater clarity in our lives 00:00 Intro  01:14 Getting into Traditional Chinese Medicine 05:54 Importance of identifying the root cause of pain 09:51 The connection between physical pain and emotions 15:21 How do autoimmune diseases start? 20:12 Toxicity in our environment 28:42 Connection between environment and health 34:21 Creating change and transformation 36:51 Frequency and energy 43:25 Being disconnected to your intuition 47:11 It’s okay to not be okay 51:55 Living the heart path 55:07 Alignment with yourself 59:22 The transformation after pain Links: The New Human Event: https://drkevinpreston.com/the-new-human/ Website: drkevinpreston.com Instagram: @drkevinpreston Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Relationships, Dating, Personal Values, Beliefs, Transformation, Authenticity, Boundaries, Codependency, Conflict Summary:  Have you ever found yourself in a relationship where you feel like you're constantly sacrificing your true desires to meet your partner at their level? Mic drop: you shouldn’t have to compromise your own happiness to make a relationship work. Join me in this solo episode as I talk about the importance of prioritizing your desire for great love and how to communicate your deal breakers effectively in dating and relationships.  Discover: The most common misconception in relationships when it comes to shared desires The importance of choosing what you really want and why we don’t often know what that is The biggest deal breaker in a relationship 00:00 Intro  01:25 Why doesn't everyone seek great love? 03:27 Navigating differences in a relationship 04:41 You must question the system 06:47 We choose lives and circumstances that we don’t actually want 07:31 Prioritize your desires in a relationship 11:25 The biggest deal breaker in a relationship Links: How to Be a Better Partner with Jillian Turecki Hilary Jacobs Hendel – Why You Can’t Just “Get Over It” Sign up for my newsletter here Follow me on Substack here Create The Love Instagram | @createthelove Mark Groves Instagram Instagram | @itsmarkgroves Facebook | @createthelove Sponsors: Cymbiotika | Use code GROVES at checkout for 15% off your first purchase at cymbiotika.com. (Save up to 45% off when you buy a bundle!) Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Manifestation, Authenticity, Parenting, Nervous System Regulation, Boundaries, Transformation, Money, Relationships Summary:  Today I’m welcoming back Lacy Phillips, a global manifestation expert and speaker specializing in unblocking beliefs of unworthiness and expanding into alignment with what one is calling in. As a manifesting bad*ss, Lacy shares her parenting journey and how consciously raising an emotionally healthy child has informed her work through integrating shadow and inner child using somatic experiencing and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) as regulation tools. We also discuss the connection between love and money, and Lacy shares three important steps to manifest the relationship, health, money, love, and any other common human desires we’ve always wanted.    Discover: Parenting methods to raise an emotionally healthy and self-regulating child in a technology and trauma-driven world Why we need to do shadow and inner child work in order to attract the life we want Three important steps to manifesting your desires 00:00 Intro  02:59 How children help us to become integrated adults 06:24 Raising emotionally healthy children 13:37 Navigating analog and digital worlds in parenting 18:20 Lacy’s process of manifestation 26:27 Love and money are always connected 37:06 The power of saying NO 49:38 Freeing yourself from old patterns and automation   Links: Website: https://tobemagnetic.com The Pathway - Membership: https://www.howtomanifest.com/p/the-pathway Instagram: @tobemagnetic Mark’s Substack on Technology: They’re Coming for Every Second   Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Cymbiotika | Use code GROVES at checkout for 15% off your first purchase at cymbiotika.com. (Save up to 45% off when you buy a bundle!) Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Self-Worth, Self Discovery, Happiness, Limiting Beliefs, Authenticity, Belonging, Self-Love, Transformation, Purpose Summary:  Today, I’m jamming with Amy Wong, the founder of Always On Purpose®. Amy is an executive leadership coach, author, speaker, and facilitator working with organizations such as Airbnb, Salesforce, Roku, LinkedIn and more. She offers transformative leadership development and cutting-edge communication strategies to executives and corporate teams around the world, as well as institutions including Stanford University and the University of California at Berkeley. In this episode, we break down her latest book, Living on Purpose. Join us as we discuss the true benefit behind knowing your self-worth and value, and how you can make small but profound shifts in your thoughts, actions, and words to live a life completely aligned with your purpose. If you’re someone who is always worried about what other people think about you, this episode is one you won’t want to miss! Discover: How resisting doing what you hate turns you away from what you truly want to do Learning the skill to be more in-tune with your feelings How our personal stance affects how we communicate  How to organically shift the focal point of conversations to be more present and aligned with others The truth about rejection and the physical form it takes in our body Why you need to stop trying to prove your worth to others  00:00 Intro  01:03 What does living on purpose mean? 02:49 Choice at the state of perception 07:08 Making choices that align with the concept of thriving 12:13 Ways to make decisions that will truly make you happy 24:27 Your feelings about things is what matters the most 27:29 What we focus on determines everything 33:43 Being positional actually create more disconnection 36:06 What happens when we always try to make it about ourselves? 40:02 What rejection does to our body  45:54 Getting stuck in the paradigm of constant validation 51:37 Shifting from believing to knowing who we are 54:56 The ultimate paradox: from belief, to knowing 56:42 Transpersonal psychology  Links: Website: https://www.alwaysonpurpose.com Book: https://www.amazon.com/Living-Purpose-Deliberate-Choices-Fulfillment/dp/1956072020/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1635792712&sr=8-1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyelizawong/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amyelizawong/ Free Workshop: Buy Amy's book and send the receipt to info@alwaysonpurpose.com to receive a promo code to attend her virtual Conversational Intelligence workshop for free ($150 value)! Sponsors: Open | Try Open for 30 days free! Go to withopen.com/createthelove and use code CREATETHELOVE to sign up Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Addiction, Comeback, Recovery, Healing, Sobriety, Personal Development, Transformation, Authenticity, Self-Love, Purpose, Grief Summary:  In this episode, I’m joined by my good buddy Donny Starkins! As a former Division I baseball player, Donny’s journey into Yoga, Personal Development, and Mindfulness began after seven operations on his left knee and an addiction to painkillers. Fast forward to today, Donny has a decade of sobriety under his belt and has become one of the most dynamic leaders in his industry. He is a professional speaker, teacher, podcast co-host of Comeback Stories, and a personal development coach leading classes, workshops, and seminars all across the world. He’s the creator of “The Shift” Transformational Coaching, a 90-Day Personal Development Private Coaching program, and works one-on-one with some of the top professional athletes in the world on mindset, yoga, life coaching, and mindfulness.  Join me for a powerful conversation with Donny about his battle with addiction, his comeback journey, and how he uses his experiences to inspire others to live their lives to the fullest. So much more than just an inspiring story about addiction and recovery—you'll be surprised at how many gems of wisdom are in here that you can apply to so many areas of your life! Discover: Donny’s 6-year battle with addiction and how he was able to take ownership of his pain, fear, and anxiety even after relapsing The mind and body connection and how important it is in the recovery journey The power of sharing and vulnerability in healing 00:00 Intro  00:56 The power of making a positive impact 02:32 Donny’s comeback story 07:17 Overdosing and AA meetings 13:45 Surrendering to recovery 17:48 Loss of athletic identity 20:41 Taking ownership of pain and addiction 26:03 The hardest step in recovery 28:31 The power of sharing and vulnerability in healing 34:46 Mind-body connection 41:05 Relapse and Sobriety 2.0 48:13 Finding freedom in sacrifice 52:16 Creating safe spaces 55:34 Tech addiction 59:26 The power of honesty, open-mindedness, and willingness Links: Instagram: @donny_starkins Website: donnystarkins.com  Comeback Stories: comebackstories.com  Sponsors: Cymbiotika | Use code GROVES at checkout for 15% off your first purchase at cymbiotika.com. (Save up to 45% off when you buy a bundle!) Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Relationships, Attachment Theory, Dating, Emotions, Breakups Summary:  In relationships, we all crave connection and intimacy. But what happens when someone we’re dating suddenly becomes emotionally distant? Let’s talk about emotional distancing and how we can increase our ability to love and be loved. Whether you're struggling with your own emotional availability or trying to connect with someone who is emotionally distant, this episode will leave you with a new perspective on the hot/cold dynamic.   Discover: The connection between distancing tactics and attachment theory How to stop the hot/cold dynamic from repeating in your relationships  00:00 Intro  01:51 Distancing tactics and attachment theory 05:38 Why do people distance themselves? 09:07 How to date emotionally avoidant people 16:33 How to increase your availability to love   Links: Lexie Herod’s Tik Tok Video Attachment Theory 101 with Silvy Khoucasian All About Ghosting The Nervous System Explained with Sarah Baldwin The Attachment Theory & Nervous System Connection with Sarah Baldwin Join me on Felt! Sign up for my newsletter here Follow me on Substack here Create The Love Instagram | @createthelove Mark Groves Instagram Instagram | @itsmarkgroves Facebook | @createthelove   Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Meditation, Mindfulness, Healing, Self-improvement, Empowerment, Beliefs, Health, Transformation Summary:  In this podcast episode, I had the privilege of talking with Dr Joe Dispenza, a New York Times best-selling author, researcher, lecturer, and corporate consultant, whose research has led him to develop a practical formula to help people transform their lives. Dr Joe’s passion can be found at the intersection of the latest findings from the fields of neuroscience, epigenetics, and quantum physics to explore the science behind spontaneous remissions. He integrates that knowledge to teach people how to heal their bodies of health conditions, make significant changes in their lives, and evolve their consciousness. Tune in to hear Dr Joe speak to the power of the mind and how we can reframe our thoughts, beliefs, experiences, and feelings to change our reality. Whether you're looking to overcome limiting beliefs, increase your resilience, change your health, or create a different life for yourself, this episode has something for you. Tune in to this thought-provoking conversation and learn how you can harness the power of your mind to create the life you've always wanted! Discover: The transformative effects of meditation and intentional thinking on one's mental and physiological state How we can shift our fear-based thinking, which is hardwired in us as a species that has lived in survival for thousands of years, to an elevated state of consciousness The importance of thinking differently, making different choices, and creating different experiences to bring about positive changes in our biology The amazing healing potential that humans possess when they connect with an invisible field of frequency or energy 00:00 Intro  00:38 The power of reframing your reality 04:58 How positive thoughts affect your biology 11:57 We’re addicted to fear  16:59 How your thoughts shape your health 21:24 Your nervous system is a pharmacy 27:49 Healing frequency and the healing potential of the human body 37:52 We’re changing the science 43:48 The brain thinks, but the heart knows 48:16 Changing your state of being to achieve lasting transformation 54:44 Meditation for physical and mental well-being Links: Dr Joe’s Meditation of the Month: Walking Meditation 4 Unlimited Website YouTube: @drjoedispenza TikTok: @official_drjoedispenza Twitter: @drjoedispenza Facebook: @DrJoeDispenzaOfficialNewsFanPage Instagram: @drjoedispenza Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Themes: Dating, Relationships, Communication, Vulnerability, Boundaries, Marriage and Family Therapy, Marriage, Premarital Counseling Summary:  Join in the conversation with Elizabeth Earnshaw, LMFT + Gottman therapist. What are the benefits of premarital counseling? How can we best deal with our partner's differences? What is the science behind flooding and its effects on emotional communication? Elizabeth shares how you can have a long-lasting relationship by consciously navigating the relationship obstacles we all experience.  Elizabeth is a renowned Gottman therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Clinical Fellow of The American Association of Marriage & Family Therapy (MA), author, and influential Instagram therapist who has helped transform countless relationships. She is a co-founder and the Head of Relationship Health of OURS, a virtual premarital counseling service that provides accessible and destigmatized couples counseling for the young, modern couple.  Grab your journals and soak up new skills that you can immediately implement to take your relationship to the next level! Discover: The benefits of premarital counseling How to deal with your partner’s differences  The science behind flooding and its effects on emotional communication The Four Horsemen of conflict communication that most often destroy relationships and how to avoid them 00:00 Intro  01:11 Redefining traditional premarital counseling with OURS 05:41 Navigating perpetual differences in relationships 09:19 Finding richness in our differences 12:49 Overcoming resistance to premarital conversations 18:22 Flooding and its effects on emotional communication 22:15 How to have difficult conversations 27:52 Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness, and Stonewalling 51:21 The silent killer in relationships 55:35 Can a fractured relationship be healed? 1:01:47 The Imago Framework Links: OURS premarital counseling: https://www.withours.com Website: https://elizabethearnshaw.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizlistens/ OURS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ours.wellness/ Sponsors: Cymbiotika | Use code GROVES at checkout for 15% off your first purchase at cymbiotika.com. (Save up to 45% off when you buy a bundle!) Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Parenting, Relationships, Personal Development, Marriage, Interracial Relationships, Authenticity, Boundaries, Transformation, Purpose Summary:  Today I’m jamming with my long-time friend, Christine Chang, a serial entrepreneur based in Los Angeles. Her book "Show Up: Finding Love for Independent Women" has helped professional women all over the world create the relationship of their dreams. Tune in to hear Christine share her experiences growing up as an Asian American and how she handles comments about her interracial marriage, how she has navigated healing from generational trauma and finding her voice, and the importance of listening to your soul’s desires to figure out how you want to show up in this world. As an entrepreneur having explored different paths (professional photographer, dating mentor, and branding specialist to name a few!), Christine drops her tips for branding and rebranding without relying on social media. Discover: How Christine went from being a celebrity wedding photographer to helping inspire women all over the world The importance of adding joy into your life and only doing the things that light you up Finding your own voice and identity without buckling in the face of codependency 00:00 Intro  01:35 The impact of negative online conversations 06:20 Finding your identity 10:19 From certainty to uncertainty 18:23 Importance of adding humor in parenting 21:54 Allowing kids to learn resilience on their own 26:51 Confronting stereotypes in interracial relationships 30:20 Having a voice through media representation 34:49 Start something new & be ok with sucking at it 39:02 Healing from generational trauma 42:22 The responsibilities that come with marriage 47:37 Negotiating boundaries in relationships 49:37 Effect of news and social media on your mental health 53:55 Bridging the divide 56:42 Disagreements and differences in relationships 58:53 When extroverts need introverts 1:00:32 Creating boundaries around technology 1:05:11 How to rebrand without relying on  social media 1:12:43 What’s next and trying out new things Links: Instagram: @cchangandco Website 1: www.christinechangphoto.com Website 2: www.christinechang.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyv2WHLUch8m66QoKT2lZ0w Book: https://www.amazon.com/Show-Up-Finding-Independent-Women-ebook/dp/B08BBB446J/ Sponsors: Cymbiotika | Use code GROVES at checkout for 15% off your first purchase at cymbiotika.com. (Save up to 45% off when you buy a bundle!) Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Parenting, Coaching, Therapy, Personal Growth, Healing,, Authenticity, Belonging, Transformation, Career, Mental Health  Summary:  Today I have the pleasure of hosting coaching OG and powerhouse Christine Hassler on the pod! Christine is a master coach, facilitator, and speaker with over 20 years of experience.  In this episode, Christine and I jam on everything from becoming a new parent, to the evolution of the coaching industry and the rise of young influencers, to the collective trauma we currently face and the need to deconstruct broken systems. We also dive into the importance of nervous system regulation (especially for educators), the power of somatic and talk therapy when combined, and Christine’s recommendations for daily regulation, integration, and empowerment. A fascinating talk you’ll gain so many insights from! Discover: Christine’s story on how she transitioned from a career-focused woman to a new mother and how she dealt with the overwhelming change of caring for a child The season of early parenthood and why parents shouldn’t put so much pressure on themselves The evolution of the personal growth industry, including its expansion into mainstream media and the corporate world and the acceptance of therapy and coaching The impact of social media, on young influencers How we’re living in a time where nearly everyone’s nervous system is dysregulated and why it’s so important for us to recognize that, plus tools you can use for regulation 00:00 Intro  01:09 Transitioning from working woman to new mother 09:02 The season of early parenthood 12:15 What makes happy and well-adjusted humans  19:31 The evolution of the coaching industry 27:38 Rise of young influencers (“iGen”) 37:18 Importance of nervous system regulation for educators 43:59 Somatic and talk therapy 46:42 Collective & individual trauma and deconstructing broken systems 51:03 Tools to help regulate your nervous system and feel more integrated and empowered Links: Website: www.christinehassler.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christinehasslerpage/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/christinehassler/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/over-it-and-on-with-it/id1050321415?mt=2 Sponsors: Open | Try Open for 30 days free! Go to withopen.com/createthelove and use code CREATETHELOVE to sign up. Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Intuition, Spirituality, Trust, Alignment, Relationships, Authenticity, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Dating, Transformation  Summary:  Today I'm excited to have founder, creative, podcaster, writer, entrepreneur, all the things… Matt Gottesman. Matt soulfully aligns culture, creativity, spirituality, and entrepreneurship to help people live with intention and step into greater soul alignment. In this episode, we explore the beautiful yet challenging path of what it means to walk your soul’s path with honesty, integrity, and trust at the forefront. Learn how to identify when your intuition is speaking, where it’s leading you, and how to get out of your own way so that your relationship with yourself and your relationships with others can expand in greater clarity and with less friction. Join us for this spiritual, relational jam session with mind-blowing AHA moments!   Discover: How to tell the difference between intuition and fear The life-changing practice of  being radically honest with yourself and others Why we can have whatever we want when we play with clarity, consistency, leadership, honesty, integrity, and knowing who we are How being in alignment with one's true self leads to healing and growth, both internally and externally The importance of running your own race and letting your relationship expand you by stepping out of the way of your partner’s greatest alignment 00:00 Intro  01:20 Your soul is your GPS 06:18 Honesty is a form of unconditional love 12:23 Honesty is like foreplay 16:42 The sacred tension between biology and soul 21:42 The power of living in alignment with your soul’s truth 26:11 Overcoming distractions and honouring your calling 31:00 The dopamine of the journey vs the outcome 37:56 The nuance of discourse creating connection 45:43 Trusting in oneself, the universe, and God 53:00 Finding yourself through marriage and divorce 58:38 Running your own race  1:05:26 Can we love each other without needing each other to be the one? Links: Writing: mattgottesman.substack.com Podcast: The Niche Is You Community: https://community.build1thing.com  Website: mattgottesman.com Instagram: @mattgottesman Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Health, Mindset, Transformation, Growth, Wellness, Self-care, Self-discovery, Gratitude Summary:  Today's guest, Ben Azadi, is a force to be reckoned with in the health and wellness world. Ben is on a mission to help 1 billion people live healthier lives after having gone through a personal health transformation and losing 80 pounds. Ben is the author of four best-selling books, Keto Flex, The Perfect Health Booklet, The Intermittent Fasting Cheat Sheet, and The Power of Sleep. Known as 'The Health Detective,' he investigates dysfunction and educates to bring the body back to normal function.  In this episode, Ben and I jam on what it means to be truly healthy and why modern-day health advice is so misleading and ineffective. Ben takes us through his easy-to-implement steps to instantly improve our health, the top 8 highly most inflammatory foods we should avoid, and how intermittent fasting, ketosis, and protein intake can help us achieve optimal health when done right.  If you’re like me and are constantly looking for ways to improve your health and need practical, no-BS guidelines to do it, this episode is for you!  Discover: How small changes can lead to big results that transform the quality of your health and your life The top inflammatory foods that lead to poor health and why How you can minimize toxin intake and damaging your health when eating at restaurants The incredible benefits of the ketogenic diet, lowering glucose levels and increasing ketone production The immense power of your mind when it comes to improving your overall well-being 00:00 Intro  00:43 From victim to victor 04:46 From pain to purpose 06:09 The power of small changes 08:18 Importance of eating whole food 14:14 Eight highly inflammatory foods people should avoid 17:50 Start communicating your needs in restaurants 19:48 Three easy steps to instantly improving your health 24:58 Intermittent feasting 29:45 Ben's guidelines for protein intake 35:05 Benefits of ketones and the keto diet 39:49 Our body is a miracle 44:07 The cholesterol myth 48:25 The best ways to monitor your metabolic functions 53:43 The power of mindset on healing 58:00 The most important vitamin Links: Instagram: @thebenazadi  LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/benazadi/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/thebenazadi YouTube: www.youtube.com/ketokamp TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebenazadi Podcast: The Keto Kamp Podcast Website: www.benazadi.com  Sponsors: Cymbiotika | Use code GROVES at checkout for 15% off your first purchase at cymbiotika.com. (Save up to 45% off when you buy a bundle! Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Politics, COVID, Individualism, Fear, Health, Government, Accountability, Truth, News & Media, Misinformation, Authenticity, Belonging, Transformation, Conflict, Mental Health Summary:  In this solo episode, I share my thoughts and grief on what has occurred over these last few years as a result of the pandemic. I believe in having open and honest discourse and avoiding inflammatory language that only pushes us further apart. I want to invite curiosity back into our experiences and encourage us to hold manipulative and dishonest individuals and groups accountable while keeping in mind that love and truth always win in the end! Let’s come together to change this world. Discover: Alternative viewpoints on how information as delivered to us during the pandemic The usage of “misinformation” labels, nudge tactics, divisiveness, gaslighting, narcissism, and other abusive tactics Why we must stand up as a village to hold the media and governing bodies accountable and demand truth and change 00:00 Intro  00:53 Nudge tactics 02:45 Misinformation 03:56 You’re not free to choose if your freedom is at stake 07:22 There wasn’t enough data 10:16 They turned us against each other 13:34 Divisiveness, gaslighting, and narcissism 16:30 The importance of discourse without inflammatory language 21:52 We need to come together to make change Links: Emails referenced - The Virality Project: Twitter Files revealed that the US government and major social media companies worked hand-in-hand with Stanford University to censor or limit true information about Covid-19, suppress “true vaccine side effects” and “true posts which could fuel [vaccine] hesitancy.” The emails and documents were provided to Matt Taibbi by Twitter CEO Elon Musk. The documents, dubbed the "Twitter Files" and retweeted by Musk, were selected from "thousands of internal documents obtained by sources at Twitter." Matt Taibbi is an award winning author, journalist, and contributing editor for Rolling Stone. (Sources: New York Post, The Maine Wire, TRT World) Join me on Felt! Sign up for my newsletter here Follow me on Substack here Instagram | @createthelove Facebook | @createthelove Sponsors: Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Psychology, Relationships, Anxiety, Resilience, Attachment Theory, Transformation, Conflict Summary:  Join me in a fascinating exploration of psychology and relationships with Jillian Turecki, a certified relationship coach, teacher and writer who for 20 years has taught others how to transform their relationships with themselves. Under the tutelage of Tony Robbins and world-renowned family therapist Cloe Madanes and fueled by an insatiable curiosity about what makes a relationship thrive, Jillian has helped thousands through her teaching and writing revolutionize their relationship with themselves so that they transform their relationships with others.    In this episode, we explore the fascinating experiences in relationships that are often overlooked or labeled with pop-psychology terms like anxious and avoidant. Listen in to hear Jillian’s perspective on what women and men need most, how to be more objective to understand your partner better, and more of her greatest learnings from being in a relationship. Discover: Why attachment theory only scratches the surface of understanding each other The biggest reasons why relationships fail What men and women want and need most in relationship and how to understand each other better 00:00 Intro  00:54 Jillian’s journey from yoga to relationship coach 10:36 Yoga and the mind 14:15 Somatic awareness 18:03 The loneliness of not being with yourself 19:52 The toxic dance of push-pull 26:43 How much anxiety in a relationship is too much? 28:25 We over-pathologize others as anxious or avoidant  38:24 Asking for your needs to be met 40:28 Greatest learnings in relationship 44:13 Men and their needs in a relationship 49:31 The importance of being appreciated and understood 54:01 The complexity we hold due to familial dynamics Links: Website: www.jillianturecki.com Podcast: https://listen.qcodemedia.com/jillianonlove IG: @jillianturecki Tik Tok: @jillian.turecki Twitter: @JillianTurecki Sponsors: Open | Try Open for 30 days free! Go to withopen.com/createthelove and use code CREATETHELOVE to sign up. WeWork | Get 50% off your first workspace booking with WeWork On Demand! Go to we.co/mark and use code WORKWITHMARK. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Trusting Yourself, Intuition, True Liberation, Self Love, Authenticity, Transformation Summary:  Comin’ at ya with a quick espresso shot of love on embracing change and trusting our internal guidance system. I hope my reflections inspire you to gain insight into your own circumstances and ways of being in the world. Discover: Why you need to trust yourself when you say yes to change  How we’re being asked to orient ourselves from intellectual/logical to intuitive/heart centered  True liberation and how can we find it 00:00 Intro  00:17 Trust your intuition 03:00 True liberation 03:49 Orient through your sensations 05:37 Start asking the right questions Links: Join me on Felt! Sign up for my newsletter here Follow me on Substack here Instagram | @createthelove Facebook | @createthelove Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Relationships, Romantic Relationships, Relationship Struggles, Couples Therapy, Communication, Healing, Conflict Summary:  Back for the second time is my good friend, Nick Solaczek. Nick is a relationship coach and teacher specializing in romantic relationships with an emphasis on safe conversations, conscious relationship principles, mindfulness, authenticity and boundary setting. Nick works closely with IMAGO theory in his practice, believing that the image we project has a significant influence on who we are attracted to and how we show up in our relationship.  In this episode, we jam on how to create stronger romantic relationships, how our childhood experiences are responsible for many of our triggers in our adult relationships, the influence of fear and how it guides our actions, and more juicy relational truths. Tune in to hear Nick share mic-drops on how to communicate more clearly to ask for what we want and how to use struggle to strengthen our partnerships instead of drive us apart.  Nick also teaches us about his relational theory, The Developmental Mountain, which he shares in depth in his new course: Romantic Relationship Reset. Get the link and a discount below! Discover: Core relational dynamics of romantic relationships and which ones you and your partner relate to How and why opposites attract when it comes to romantic relationships The power of fear and its presence in our interactions with our partners The benefits of both individual and couples therapy when it comes to long term relationships  The power of IMAGO dialogue as a powerful method of communication for couples 00:00 Intro  02:12 How we have historically approached couples work 06:34 Romance is propagandized by culture 10:14 We all have conflicts in the kitchen 18:24 Relational dynamics of the Seeker, Maximizer, Minimizer 25:40 How childhood experiences show up in adult relationships 26:48 We show and respond to emotion differently 29:56 The power of fear 34:54 The struggle is normal 41:47 Ways to ask for what you want 48:01 Why we deal with things the way we do 50:35 The Developmental Mountain 57:32 The Relationship Reset Links: Special offer: $50 off Nick’s course "Romantic Relationship Reset" with promo code: CREATE50 Website: www.nicksolaczek.com Course: www.nicksolaczek.com/mark Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicksolaczek/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coachingwithnick Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Cymbiotika | Use code GROVES at checkout for 15% off your first purchase at cymbiotika.com. (Save up to 45% off when you buy a bundle!) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Relationships, Connection, Health, Mental Health, Transformation, Belonging, Purpose Summary:  Today I’m nerding out with Dr. Robert Waldinger, professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and co-author of The Good Life: Lessons From the World’s Longest Scientific Study on Happiness. Dr. Waldinger is also a Zen master (Roshi) who teaches meditation worldwide. In this episode, we explore Dr. Waldinger’s fascinating research on what makes a “good life” based on the longest study of adult life that has ever been done - the Harvard Study of Adult Development. He shares his insights on the power of relationships and how they affect our mental and physical health, practical tips for improving our happiness, and how to create and nurture thriving relationships. This is a pod you won’t want to miss! Discover: The power of relationships and how they affect our mental and physical health The types of relationships we need to thrive The impact of conflict and how to use it to nurture relationships How to improve the quality of our relationships Ways to build resilience and cope with conflict 00:00 Intro  01:55 What is the happiness study? 04:34 Relationships help us live longer 09:26 Impacts of life events 11:03 High-conflict relationships 12:27 Stress and the body 14:11 Attachment styles and relationship longevity 17:21 Relationships and the body 19:26 Social fitness 21:20 Be curious 24:30 Stratifying the data 27:42 Effects of the study on participants 31:39 Being in Zen 33:28 Religion and spiritual practice 36:39 Rituals and habits 38:38 Study results and expanding the research Links: Website | Harvard Study of Adult Development Book | The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at curednutrition.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Self Worth, Self-Love, Health, Sustainability, Rituals, Human Behaviour, Wellness, Rituals, Purpose Summary:  Join me in this captivating, gem-filled conversation with Chervin Jafarieh, founder of Cymbiotika and one of the most respected and influential health experts in the world. Chervin combines studies in Eastern and Western medicine, orthomolecular medicine, epigenetics, physiology, nutrition, detoxification, biodynamic agriculture, and philosophy to wake people up to their highest potential. He is committed to seeking knowledge, revealing the truth, and exercising keen discernment in all areas of life. In this episode, Chervin guides us on an engaging journey that touches all of these topics and opens our eyes to the symbiotic states of being that our minds, bodies, and souls are craving right now. Discover: Current energies of the collective of humanity and how it affects our wellbeing The importance of grounding, hydration, and finding equilibrium for optimal health Technology today and how it’s affecting the health of our community The importance of discipline and rituals in achieving wellness, and the value of being part of growth-minded communities Important foods and supplements and designing a food & fitness system that fits your lifestyle 00:00 Intro  01:23 Where is humanity at this time? 04:45 Social media is the ultimate paradox of our time 10:28 AI vs. epigenetics 20:02 The internet of eyes - AI and surveillance hidden in plain sight 24:28 Technology’s effect on our health and nature 33:00 The power of discipline 36:11 Programming and energy exchange on a cellular level 39:19 What humans desire most 39:52 Our body is an ecosystem with a specific set of instructions 50:50 The greatest source of addiction 53:02 What we all crave the most 1:02:43 Victim mentality & virtuosity 1:09:19 It’s time to reconnect to our intuition and our body 1:11:08 Practical supplementing of food and vitamins for better health 1:14:31 Tend the garden 1:18:43 Food is a merging of worlds 1:24:50 Follow the synchronicities Links: Website | cymbiotika.com - use code GROVES for 15% off sitewide! Instagram | @chervin333 + @cymbiotika   TikTok | @realcymbiotika Podcast | Wake The Fake Up (listen to my episode with Mark here!) Sponsors: Open | Try Open for 30 days free! Go to withopen.com/createthelove and use code CREATETHELOVE to sign up. Cymbiotika | Use code GROVES at checkout for 15% off your first purchase at cymbiotika.com. (Save up to 45% off when you buy a bundle!) Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Parenting, Ego, Social Media, Child Development Summary:  Today I’m excited to welcome Dr. Shefali to the podcast. I have been a longtime fan of her work, and as I step into parenthood myself, this episode comes at the perfect time! In it, we dive into concepts from her most recent book, The Parenting Map, and explore the traditional parenting paradigm (and why it’s not working anymore), plus how to develop awareness around your behaviours to foster a deeper connection with your kids. Dr. Shefali received her doctorate in clinical psychology from Columbia University. Specializing in the integration of Western psychology and Eastern philosophy, she brings together the best of both worlds for her clients. She is an expert in family dynamics and personal development, teaching courses around the globe. She has written four books, three of which are New York Times best-sellers, including her two landmark books, The Conscious Parent and The Awakened Family. Discover: The traditional parenting paradigm and why it’s not working anymore Why shifting from control to connection is key in conscious parenting How to nurture your child’s essence, so they develop resilience and self-worth Why our children trigger us (hint: it’s about you, not them) How your past pain influences the way you parent How social media impacts your child’s self-worth and self-image How to identify your child’s ego pattern 00:00 Intro  01:05 The traditional parenting paradigm 05:28 Conscious parenting 11:28 It’s not your kid; it’s you 12:52 Parents are not aware that their love is conditional 16:43 Parenting from ego & parenting as spiritual growth 26:08 Recognizing your ego patterns 28:56 Projecting onto your kids 34:40 The impact of social media on parents and kids 42:37 Repairing parenting mistakes 44:13 Dismantling the ego 48:40 It’s a difficult time to raise children Links: Website | drshefali.com Instagram | @doctorshefali Book | The Parenting Map Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Freedom of Speech, Censorship, Social Media, Cancel Culture, Mental Health Summary:  Join me for an insightful conversation with Greg Lukianoff: attorney, New York Times best-selling author, and President and CEO of the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE). Greg co-authored one of my all-time favourite books, The Coddling of the American Mind: How Good Intentions and Bad Ideas Are Setting Up a Generation for Failure, with Jonathan Haidt. This New York Times best-seller expands on their September 2015 Atlantic cover story of the same name and is an absolute MUST read. In this episode, we discuss some main themes from the book, including free speech, why it matters, the dangers of censorship, and more. Discover: The importance of free speech and why diverse viewpoints are essential for growth, peace and a thriving democracy The dangers of censorship and why diverse thought, even when offensive, is necessary to develop critical thinking Why society tends to put someone in a box based on an opinion or belief (and why it’s lazy) 00:00 Intro  01:09 Why Greg is passionate about free speech 05:10 When is censorship okay? 08:15 Handling pushback to free speech 13:08 Being placed in a box for your beliefs 17:39 Moral certitude 19:54 Free speech and private companies 24:59 The noble lie 27:21 Lack of viewpoint diversity on campuses 29:52 The benefits of free speech 37:40 Disagreement and diverse thought 42:45 Biases in mainstream media 47:31 Conservative = evil? 53:38 Group polarization 56:39 Talking back to the voices in your head 1:00:34 Interpersonal trust 1:02:56 Conflicts and disagreements in relationships 1:08:01 How to be advocates of free speech Links: Website | thefire.org Book | The Coddling of the American Mind Instagram | @thefireorg Sponsors: Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Childhood Wounds, Family Systems, People-Pleasing, Relationships, Self-Worth Summary:  I think it’s safe to say that none of us had a perfect childhood, and we all carry around behaviours and unhealed pain that doesn’t serve us. But it doesn’t have to be that way: our past may have created our patterns, but we can change them with some self-awareness and the right tools. Join my bestie Vienna Pharaon and me as we dive into understanding and overcoming wounds from our Family of Origin, so you can move beyond your frustrating patterns in life and love and into a more liberated way of being. Vienna is a licensed marriage and family therapist and one of New York City’s most sought-after relationship therapists. She has practiced therapy for more than fifteen years and is the founder and owner of the group practice Mindful Marriage and Family Therapy. Her first book, The Origins of You, hits shelves on February 21st, 2023. Discover: How unhealed pain or “wounds” from our Family of Origin manifest in our adult behaviours Why it’s so difficult to hold the paradox of being both disappointed with and grateful for our upbringing Five common “origin wounds” and how they show up in our adult lives How to identify and start to heal the origin wounds that hold you back 00:00 Intro  02:10 How childhood wounds impact us today 13:57 You don’t need to have a traumatic childhood to have wounds 18:19 Being both disappointed with and grateful for aspects of your upbringing 29:23 Examples of origin wounds  32:35 The belonging wound 36:53 The prioritization wound 45:15 Safety and trust wounds 55:42 How to begin healing  Links: Website | viennapharaon.com Instagram | @mindfulmft Book | The Origins of You 6 Week LIVE Coaching Experience with Vienna Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Open | Try Open for 30 days free! Go to withopen.com/createthelove and use code CREATETHELOVE to sign up Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Career, Purpose, Media, Divorce, Breakups, Parenting Summary:  This week I’m honoured to welcome the master mechanic himself, Ant Anstead, to the show. Ant and I met serendipitously a few years back when he took my Breakup Recovery Course, and I’ve been blessed to call him a friend ever since. Ant is the CEO and co-founder of Radford Motors and is responsible for overseeing the build process of every single bespoke, hand-made vehicle to meet exacting customer specifications. For many years, Ant built bespoke cars for elite clients and collectors all over the world and is best known for hosting car-centric television shows such as Celebrity IOU: Joyride, Radford Returns, For the Love of Cars and Wheeler Dealers, the number one most distributed show on The Discovery Channel.  Join us as we chat about Ant’s career journey, life (and divorce) in the public eye, parenthood, and more. Discover: How Ant transitioned from being a police officer to playing football to building cars How he turned his passion for cars into a career His journey into television How he deals with the media, clickbait and life in the public eye Ant’s perspective on parenting in the social media generation and his top advice for fathers 00:00 Intro  02:31 Ant’s police career 11:13 Flipping and building cars 16:05 Turning your passion into a career 21:19 Starring on a television show 27:27 Being in the public eye 31:34 Clickbait & the media 35:02 Getting hate for hosting Wheeler Dealers 43:01 Social media trolls 47:30 Divorce 54:50 Fatherhood 1:03:55 Upcoming works 1:06:48 Radford Racing School 1:12:29 Mark as a father-to-be Links: Website | ant-anstead.com + radford.co Instagram | @ant_anstead + @radfordmotors Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Boundaries, Regret, Awareness, Appreciation, Self-Love, Victim Mentality, Community Summary:  Today I’m comin’ at ya with a short but sweet solo episode and sharing some things I’ve read lately that have blown my mind and brought some newfound awareness to my behaviour. I hope sharing these reflections offers insight into your own circumstances, behaviours and ways of being in the world so we can all move together towards creating a more loving, open, boundaried and secure space! Discover: Boundaries: how they’re medicine for both you and those around you Having reverence and appreciation for new awarenesses instead of feeling shame and regret for past decisions Saying no (and sitting in the discomfort of a no) in order to make space for your yes Appreciation for our parents and their struggles The grief of not having the village Creating what you crave 00:00 Intro  00:57 Boundaries 03:17 Awareness and regret 05:50 The tension of our no 08:42 Appreciating our parents 11:05 Medicalization of birth 13:29 Presence 16:49 Removing martyr energy Links: Join me on Mine’d! Sign up for my newsletter here Follow me on Substack here Instagram | @createthelove Facebook | @createthelove ReBloom: Archetypal Trauma Resolution For Personal & Collective Healing by Rachael Maddox The Wild Edge of Sorrow: Rituals of Renewal and the Sacred Work of Grief by Francis Weller Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Grief, Loss, Transformation, Resilience, Anger Summary:  Today I’m chatting with Dr. Neeta Bhushan, a world-renowned emotional health advocate and expert in the areas of grit and resilience. In this episode, we talk about her new book That Sucked. Now What?: How to Embrace the Joy in Chaos and Find Magic in the Mess, embracing the suck, and how to get back up after life inevitably knocks us down. Neeta has shared her thought leadership on international stages, is the host of her popular podcast The Brave Table, and has authored best-selling books such as Emotional GRIT: 8 Steps to Master Your Emotions, Transform Your Thoughts, and Change Your World. She’s also been featured on Forbes, Entrepreneur, NBC, Verve, Tatler Magazine and more. Talk about a powerhouse! Discover: The stoic practice of Amor Fati and how it changed Neeta’s perspective on the hardships she experienced as a young woman Using the pain of a rock bottom as fuel for transformation Actionable tools for building resilience 00:00 Intro  01:09 Neeta’s story of loss and grief 13:30 Finding magic in the mess 18:00 Amor Fati 26:00 Moving beyond the suck 37:20 The pain of a breakup 39:18 Taking action 44:01 Validation  46:11 Integrating all parts of yourself  54:03 Big ignite vs. small ignite moments 56:25 Spend time with a child 1:02:25 Healthy anger Links: Website | neetabhushan.com Instagram | @neetabhushan Book | That Sucked, Now What? Podcast | The Brave Table Sponsors: Open | Try Open for 30 days free! Go to withopen.com/createthelove and use code CREATETHELOVE to sign up. Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Masculinity, Emotions, Vulnerability, Relationships, Men’s Work, Self-Worth, Purpose, Pornography Summary:  Today I’m chatting with one of my good friends, Connor Beaton. Connor is the founder of ManTalks, an international organization dedicated to men's wellness, success, and fulfillment. Connor is a coach, facilitator, teacher, podcast host, and speaker who helps men from all over the world find purpose, healthy love, a joy-filled life, and fulfilling sexual connection. His teachings draw from an in-depth apprenticeship in Jungian psychology, Gestalt, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, and both Buddhist and Taoist traditions.  Known for his no-nonsense approach and compassionate understanding of human limitations, Connor has coached thousands of men through private coaching, group work, workshops, retreats, and masterminds. He has also shared the stage with renowned speakers like Gary Vaynerchuk, Lewis Howes, and Danielle LaPorte. Tune in for a free-flowing conversation where we jam on the challenges men face today, masculinity, turning towards our pain, and his new book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide to Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, and Find Freedom. Discover: Our thoughts on why toxic masculinity manifests Why emotional suppression is so common for men in our culture today The healing that is being asked of men right now The value of an initiatory process as young men Why turning towards your pain is necessary in order to find freedom and be the man you want to be Why porn has become an addiction for many and its effect on relationships 00:00 Intro  04:12 The men’s movement 06:10 Emotionality in men 12:00 Toxic masculinity 16:28 Hurt people hurt people 25:41 Men and vulnerability 33:44 Healing the divide between men and women 49:09 Men’s work 54:42 A relationship with something bigger than yourself 59:20 “I don’t trust men…” 1:05:19 You don’t need to hit rock bottom to change 1:13:53 There’s more to it than vulnerability 1:22:51 What fulfilling relationships require 1:28:00 Being present 1:31:27 Pornography 1:42:49 Impact of pornography on relationships 1:46:18 Healing a porn addiction Links: Website | mantalks.com Instagram | @mantalks Book | Men's Work, A Practical Guide to Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, and Find Freedom Podcast | ManTalks Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Grief, Loss, Bereavement, Pain, Mental Health Summary:  Join me for a thoughtful conversation with Megan Devine: best-selling author, psychotherapist, and grief advocate. With over 20 years in the field - and deep personal experience of grief - she is the go-to authority for grievers, supporters, and industry professionals. Her pioneering work provides a professional, inclusive, and realistic approach to grief, one that goes beyond pathology-based, reductive models. If you’re currently feeling the deep pain of loss or are looking for ways to support someone who is, this episode is for you. Megan’s book It’s OK that You’re Not OK has sold over 250K copies and is available in 16 languages. New York magazine’s The Strategist named the book in their “Top 16 Grief Books Recommended by Psychologists in 2021.” Her animated short, “How to Help a Grieving Friend,” has been viewed over 70 million times and is used in training programs worldwide. She’s been published in Psychology Today, The New York Times, and The Washington Post and has served as a grief expert for major media outlets, including NPR, iHeartRadio, and the PBS documentary, Speaking Grief. Discover: Megan’s personal experience with grief What not to say to someone who is grieving and how to be truly supportive instead The problematic way society responds to pain and grief and how this contributes to rising loneliness, substance abuse and suicide rates Why looking for the silver lining in a painful experience, while well-intentioned, isn’t helpful 00:00 Intro  01:20 Megan’s story 07:09 How society responds to grief  09:11 You don’t need to find the silver lining 13:03 Movies modeling the happy ending 15:17 The fallacy of suffering as punishment 20:25 The “nobility” of suffering 24:33 The history of dealing with pain 31:21 How medicine handles grief 36:43 Timeline of grief 38:16 Why do we avoid sadness? 43:54 How to actually support someone who’s grieving 47:46 Expanding your idea of what grief is Links: Website | refugeingrief.com & megandevine.co Instagram | @refugeingrief Facebook | @refugeingrief Book | It’s OK That You’re Not OK Podcast | Here After with Megan Devine  Sponsors: LMNT | Get a FREE LMNT sample pack with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Attachment Theory, Child Development, Trauma, the Mind-Body Connection, Authenticity, Boundaries, Illness, Health Summary:  It is such an honour to welcome renowned speaker and bestselling author Dr. Gabor Maté to the podcast this week. Dr. Maté is highly sought after for his expertise on various topics, including addiction, stress, and childhood development. He has written several bestselling books, including the award-winning In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Close Encounters with Addiction, When the Body Says No: Exploring the Stress-Disease Connection, and Scattered: How Attention Deficit Disorder Originates and What You Can Do About It, and has coauthored Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers. His works have been published internationally in nearly thirty languages. In this illuminating episode, we discuss his incredible new book, The Myth of Normal, and how much of what we deem the norm in today’s culture is neither healthy nor natural. Join us as we explore a range of topics, including trauma and its effects, attachment theory, the mind-body connection, the cost of repressing emotions, and more. Discover: How much of what we deem ‘normal’ in today’s culture is neither healthy nor natural and is actually responsible for a lot of illness in both mind and body.  How to differentiate trauma from a stressful experience The impacts of trauma on mental and physical health and how normalized trauma is in our culture Why the medical system ignores the mind-body connection The cost of repressing your emotions and people-pleasing How to heal in the toxicity of modern culture 00:00 Intro  00:47 The Myth of Normal 03:26 The idea of normal 05:28 The toxicity of modern culture 09:38 How our childhood wounds show up in the present day 12:43 Trauma 17:16 Why medicine ignores the mind-body connection 23:46 When does an experience become trauma? 26:16 Importance of attuned caregivers 34:15 The cost of suppressing your emotions 39:00 The cost of people pleasing & no boundaries 43:42 Choosing your pain - authenticity vs. belonging 50:00 Exercises for self-understanding 55:00 Healing a toxic culture Links: Website | drgabormate.com & wholehearted.org Book | The Myth of Normal - Trauma, Illness, & Healing in a Toxic Culture Instagram | @gabormatemd Facebook | @drgabormate Twitter | @drgabormate Neurobiology and the Development of Human Morality by Dr. Darcia Narvaez The Evolved Nest: Natures Way of Raising Children and Creating Connected Communities by Dr. Darcia Narvaez Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Parenting, Safetyism, Fragility, Resilience, Childhood Independence, Autonomy, Technology Summary:  After her newspaper column “Why I Let My 9-Year-Old Ride the Subway Alone” created a media firestorm, Lenore Skenazy got the nickname “America’s Worst Mom.” Nice. She went on to write Free-Range Kids, the book-turned-movement. (Second Edition just out!) She has been profiled in The New Yorker and lectured everywhere, from DreamWorks to Microsoft HQ to schools across America. On TV, you may have seen her on The Today Show, The Daily Show or her own reality show, World’s Worst Mom. Now Lenore is co-founder and president of Let Grow, the national nonprofit promoting childhood independence. I was struck by Lenore’s story, and as I step into fatherhood this year, I knew I had to have her on the podcast. Tune in to learn how parenting has changed over the past few decades, why safety has become a top priority for parents nowadays, and how unsupervised play and letting go a little are key in raising resilient, confident and independent children. Discover: Why Lenore let her nine-year-old son ride the subway alone in NYC Why the degree of independence and autonomy parents give their kids has changed drastically over the past couple of decades Safetyism: what it is and how it contributes to fragility in our kids The massive benefits of unsupervised play & tech-free play Why tracking your kids erodes trust and can actually cause more harm than good How to overcome parental anxiety 00:00 Intro 00:31 Parenting then vs. now 03:00 Letting her son ride the subway alone 06:43 Why are we so afraid for our kids? 10:52 The problem with prioritizing safety 24:09 Tech-free play 37:23 Why keeping kids safe has become a top priority 44:00 Is tracking your kids worth it? 51:21 How to overcome parental anxiety Links: Website | letgrow.org Book | Free-Range Kids: How Parents and Teachers Can Let Go and Let Grow Twitter | @freerangekids Facebook | Raising Independent Kids The Coddling of the American Mind Sponsors: Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Virtuosity, Self-Love, Self-Awareness, Virtue Signaling, Cancel Culture, Transformation, Boundaries, Forgiveness, Narcissism Summary:  Back for the second time is my good friend, Danielle Laporte. Danielle is an author, speaker, podcaster and a member of Oprah’s SuperSoul 100, a group who, in Oprah Winfrey’s words, “is uniquely connecting the world together with a spiritual energy that matters.” In this episode, Danielle and I chat about allll the things, including true, embodied virtuosity, virtue signaling, cancel culture, boundaries, narcissism and how to be loving in a world that’s waking up. Danielle is the author of The Fire Starter Sessions, The Desire Map, White Hot Truth, and producer of dozens of meditation kits and online programs for spiritual support. Her most recent book, How To Be Loving…when your heart is breaking open and the world is waking up, is also an Audiobook + ebook, with a companion deck and journal. Danielle is the creator of the Heart Centered Membership and the Heart Centered Leadership Program with 400+ leaders in 30 countries hosting conversation circles, retreats, and workshops in all kinds of communities and businesses. Her podcast, With Love, Danielle, often ranks in iTunes’ top 10 for wellness. Most of her offerings—from the Heart Centered Membership to her online classes—are on a pay what you choose basis. Named one of the Top 100 Websites for Women by Forbes, millions of people a month visit DanielleLaPorte.com. Discover: Having reverence for your shadow and the parts of yourself you dislike Our thoughts on virtue signaling and what it truly means to be virtuous The absurdity of cancel culture A theory on why there’s tyranny and evil in the world Setting boundaries from a loving and healed place Forgiving yourself and others (even if you feel like they’re unforgivable) Things to reflect on if you’ve been with a narcissist 00:00 Intro   03:45 The turning point in Danielle’s work  07:51 Loving what you hate about yourself 11:52 Psychological virtue 15:04 Virtue signaling 22:08 Cancel culture 27:07 Theory about tyranny 31:57 How To Be Loving 37:59 Boundaries 43:18 Forgiving the unforgivable 46:27 Narcissism 48:28 Overidentification 51:22 Becoming radiant Links: Website | daniellelaporte.com Instagram | @daniellelaporte Book | How To Be Loving... when your heart is breaking open and the world is waking up Podcast | With Love, Danielle Sponsors: LMNT | LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. Get a FREE LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Health, Relationships, Boundaries, Mental Health, Nutrition, Gut-Brain Axis Summary:  Is there a connection between the foods we eat and how we feel? How does the quality of our relationships and our boundaries (or lack thereof) impact our gut health? Does trauma affect the microbiome? In this episode, I’m chatting with leading functional-medicine expert Dr. Will Cole to explore the connection between our relationships, the food we eat, and our overall mental and physical health.  Dr. Cole consults people around the globe and started one of the first functional medicine telehealth centers in the world over a decade ago. Named one of the top 50 functional and integrative doctors in the nation, he specializes in clinically investigating underlying factors of chronic disease and customizing a functional medicine approach for thyroid issues, autoimmune conditions, hormonal imbalances, digestive disorders, and brain problems. Dr. Will is also the host of the popular The Art Of Being Well podcast and was the co-host of Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand goop's first spinoff podcast, the goopfellas podcast. He is the bestselling author of Ketotarian, The Inflammation Spectrum, and the New York Times bestseller Intuitive Fasting. His upcoming book, Gut Feelings, will hit shelves in March 2023. Discover: How our relationships influence our physical health The gut-brain axis and how the foods we eat impact our mental health How trauma affects gut health Why we’re seeing an explosion of mental health issues and autoimmune diseases right now Four inflammatory foods to avoid for optimal health (plus what to eat more of) One thing to cut out of your diet if you want to move the needle 00:00 Intro 00:24 How do our relationships impact our health? 02:26 Boundaries are medicine 04:10 The gut-brain axis 07:14 The food & mood connection 09:08 Taking inventory in all areas of our lives 12:37 How trauma impacts the gut 17:06 The explosion of mental health issues and autoimmune diseases 18:52 The parallels between our internal and external world 21:45 Glyphosate  23:17 Effecting change as consumers 33:25 The four core inflammatory foods 35:23 What to eat more of 36:12 The problem with seed oils 38:37 The truth about fat & cholesterol 46:33 Healthy fats 49:19 Cut this food out to move the needle Links: Website | drwillcole.com Instagram | @drwillcole Podcast | The Art of Being Well with Dr. Will Cole Book | Gut Feelings by Dr. Will Cole Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off sitewide at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Alignment, Codependency, Family Dynamics, Gender Roles, Transitions, Trust Summary:  For the last episode of the year 2022, Kylie and I are here to share an exciting milestone in our lives. We are so excited for what’s to come and to finally share this part of our journey with you. Big love and happy holidays to you and yours! Discover: What it means to live in alignment Trusting your choices and inner knowing  Mature love and how to recognize it A special announcement from Kylie and me! Our thoughts on the provider role and societal expectations 00:00 Intro 01:10 The past two years 02:33 Making hard decisions 08:02 Alignment 11:40 Returning to the soul 13:36 Contrast is a beautiful teacher 15:12 Trusting your choices 18:52 Love and grief 22:25 Mature love 26:45 Community support 27:58 A special announcement 34:49 Stewarding a new life 44:31 Biggest fears 47:07 Shift in family dynamics 49:40 The role of the provider 1:00:53 Feeling safe and assured 1:03:33 Creating space for both sides of the experience 1:07:25 Raising and growing your consciousness Links: Join me on Mine’d! Sign up for my newsletter here Watch this episode on Youtube Instagram | @createthelove & @beingisbeautiful Facebook | @createthelove Sponsors: LMNT | Get a FREE LMNT sample pack with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/createthelove Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Etheric Medicine, Health, Spirituality, Clairvoyance, Purpose Summary:  Bobbi Vogel is the founder of the Center for Etheric Medicine. She is a spirit taught clairvoyant healer, medical intuitive and medium to the soul, mind and body. She ascertains what is out of alignment creating vibrational dis-ease in the etheric body, both before and after it duplicates as a physical body illness. Light, intention and reverence are the tools used as an architect of vibrational anatomy. She brings into alignment the soul, mind and body to create the environment for intrinsic healing and release. Bobbi teaches that we must have compassion for our humanity as we consciously collaborate with our soul on the journey to health and healing. It all begins with faith. She currently collaborates with doctors as this is the now of medicine. Discover: How the etheric body differs from our physical body Bobbi’s thoughts on why anxiety and depression manifest The soul’s journey, why we’re here and the purpose of our wounds How disease relates to false beliefs and emotional wounds and why healing on a soul level is essential for physical recovery Why you don’t need to “find” your purpose 00:00 Intro 01:54 What is etheric medicine? 08:45 We are disconnected from the truth of who we are 15:05 Power of victimization 17:02 Purpose 21:20 The soul’s journey 29:02 Not being connected with your etheric self 32:33 Inflammation translates to density 43:32 The first step to healing 54:57 Vibrational medicine 58:34 Download about the broken heart Links: Website | ethericmedicine.com Instagram | @ethericmedicine.bobbi Youtube | @bobbivogel Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off your next order at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Uncertainty, Trust, Transformation, Alignment, Surrender Summary:  I truly believe life always works out — even when it feels like nothing is going to plan. But this idea, of course, can be a challenging one to accept. It’s so hard for us to see the magic of what’s unfolding and trust the timing of the universe when we’re still in love with a previous story of what could have been. Imprisoned by the idea of how things were supposed to work out. We so often get stuck in the moment we were wishing for that we don’t allow the beauty of this moment to unfold. Join me in the special solo episode as I expand on what it means to trust life’s timing, embrace the uncertainty and walk the path as it appears. Discover: The magic in embracing the way things are instead of forcing outcomes Why we get stuck in frustrating patterns, and what holds us back from creating the life and relationships we desire The profound benefits of understanding your triggers, learning from past wounds and integrating that knowledge How the universe conspires to make your dreams come true when you’re brave enough to trust your intuition and leap into the unknown Why you can’t rush the knowing and gotta embrace uncertainty 00:00 Intro 01:20 Life update 03:07 When things don’t work out 05:10 Protective mechanisms 07:14 Growing from your triggers 09:32 Leap, and the universe will catch you 19:00 Stepping into your fullest self-expression 22:45 You’re the one who designs your life 25:16 You’re always in the perfect place Links: Join me on Mine’d! Sign up for my newsletter here Watch this episode on Youtube Instagram | @createthelove Facebook | @createthelove Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Children, Child Education, Mental Health, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Growth Mindset Summary:  Today’s guest, Donovan Taylor Hall, is the teacher I think we all wished we had growing up.Dubbed the ‘Modern Day Mr. Rogers,’ Donovan is a youth advocate and educator on a mission to teach children how to build positive self-identity, self-worth and determination. His work aims to help kids of all ages create a solid relationship with themselves and learn the skills they need to take care of themselves both mentally and emotionally. Slow. Clap. Donovan has been featured on the Today Show, NowThis and several podcasts for his important work in positive youth development. Although his work started with kids, he has recently shifted into helping adults take care of themselves as well, using the same skills and inner child work. Join us as we discuss Donovan’s story, the current education system, how it’s affecting kids' mental well-being, and the value of an alternative system that focuses more on emotional, relational and mental health. Discover: How Donovan’s personal mental health struggles inspired him to work with kids Why teaching kids about their inherent self-worth is so important The reality of putting too many expectations and too much pressure on kids How the current education system is affecting kids' mental health How Donovan uses Twitch to connect with and teach important skills to his students The moment that made him leave the classroom, what made him come back, and the importance of self-love 00:00 Intro 00:23 Being the modern-day Mr. Rogers 02:03 Passion for teaching kids 06:12 Self-worth is inherent 12:18 Putting expectations on kids 15:20 The main struggles middle schoolers face today 31:09 Creating a safe space for kids 43:10 Rethinking the education system 48:03 Meeting kids where they’re at 53:14 Leaving the classroom 1:00:12 Creating content & performative social media 1:09:48 Future plans Links: Website | donovantaylorhall.com Twitch | twitch.tv/donofriend Instagram | @donofriend Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com LMNT | Get a FREE LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Toxic Positivity, Social Media, Authenticity, Parenting, Mental Health Summary:  Meet Whitney Goodman, LMFT — a radically honest psychotherapist behind the hugely popular Instagram account @sitwithwhit, author, and the owner of The Collaborative Counseling Center, a virtual therapy practice in Florida. Whitney's debut book, Toxic Positivity: Keeping it Real in a World Obsessed with Being Happy, shows readers how to shift the goal from being happy to being authentic in order to live fully. In this episode, we discuss toxic positivity and how a “good vibes only” mentality, while good-intentioned, can actually backfire when we’re denying and dismissing the hardships of life.  Discover: What the term toxic positivity means, and why constantly striving to maintain a positive outlook isn’t actually helpful or realistic when it comes to mental health How social media perpetuates toxic positivity and shame through an absence of realness How to avoid the anxiety and comparison that comes with the constant positivity on social media Why keeping it real and not forcing positivity leads to deeper, more sincere connections The best way you can show up for someone who’s going through a hard time 00:00 Intro 01:01 Toxic positivity 02:51 Cultural gaslighting 03:24 Gratitude, toxic positivity & the internet 04:47 History of toxic positivity 08:06 The absence of realness on social media 10:53 Social media boundaries 12:59 The cultural shift beyond constant positivity 15:00 The effects of toxic positivity on connection 21:14 Connection between cancel culture and toxic positivity 24:18 Toxic positivity in relationships 28:01 Stop trying to save people 31:51 Relationships with parents 37:00 Gender roles in parenting 38:42 Life without a smartphone and the internet 41:42 Living in alignment with your values Links: Website | sitwithwhit.com Book | Toxic Positivity Instagram | @sitwithwhit  Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off your next order at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Relationships, Attachment Theory, Conflict, Interdependency Summary:  Today I’m honoured to be joined by Stan Tatkin: PsyD, MFT, clinician, author, researcher, co-founder of the PACT Institute and all-around relational ninja. Stan’s ability to help couples navigate the often tricky waters of relationships is truly unparalleled, and in this episode, you’ll understand why. Join us as we discuss attachment theory, the leading causes of breakups and, ultimately, how to co-create a thriving, lasting relationship.  Dr. Tatkin is an assistant clinical professor at UCLA, David Geffen School of Medicine. He maintains a private practice in Southern California and leads PACT programs in the US and internationally. He is the author of We Do, Wired for Love, Your Brain on Love, Relationship Rx, Wired for Dating, What Every Therapist Ought to Know, and co-author of Love and War in Intimate Relationships, and the upcoming, In Each Other’s Care. Discover: Why we choose the partners we do, and why we default to certain behaviors while in a relationship Two main reasons relationships don’t last The non-negotiable habits of couples in strong, healthy relationships The mindset shift couples need to make for their relationship to survive and thrive 00:00 Intro 01:10 Stan’s background 02:57 Why we choose who we choose 10:30 Two main reasons relationships don’t last 18:02 Attachment theory & why we stay 23:24 Interdependency 26:29 Purpose-centered love 34:42 Creating a relationship that survives and thrives 41:32 Relationships are a team sport 48:16 Prioritizing repair 54:10 Avoid working on each other; only the problem Links: Website | thepactinstitute.com Instagram | @drstantatkin Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Politics, Spirituality, Health, Transformation, Self-Love, Unity Summary:  Join me for a thought-provoking discussion with bestselling author, political activist and spiritual thought leader, Marianne Williamson. For more than three decades, Marianne has been a leader in spiritual and religiously progressive circles. She is the author of 14 books, four of which have been #1 New York Times best sellers, and ran for the Democratic nomination for president in 2020. In this episode we discuss self-love, spirituality and our best shot at healing the divide we are experiencing in society right now.  Discover: How love and healing our own shadows first can help heal the political divide we are experiencing now in the world Non-violence political resistance and why it’s one of the most effective ways to spark political change The best way to start your day if you want to be your best self, live in integrity and radiate positive energy (hint: it’s not scrolling the gram) Taking control of how you show up in the world through a commitment to spiritual exercises and rituals Why mindfulness and meditation are crucial for effecting social change 00:00 Intro 00:43 Healing the divide 03:59 The government is gaslighting the people 06:44 Looking at ourselves first 08:58 Non-violent politics 13:08 We are meant to collaborate 16:21 Social media, individualism and narcissism  20:43 Impulse control 22:41 Living a more integrous life 28:52 Do this first thing in the morning 35:46 God and religion 43:03 Being committed to difference 46:42 Why are we scared of unity? 49:29 The urgent invitation to awakening 53:41 You don’t need the majority 55:48 The purpose of relationships Links: Website | marianne.com Twitter | @marwilliamson Instagram | @mariannewilliamson Substack | mariannewilliamson.substack.com Sponsors: LMNT | LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. Get a FREE LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off your next order at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trigger Warning: This episode may be emotionally challenging and contains discussions of child trafficking and exploitation. Listener discretion is advised. Themes: Child & Human Trafficking, Child Exploitation, Pornography, Sex Education, Online Grooming Summary:  You probably know by now that I’m all about having difficult yet necessary conversations, and this episode with Tim Ballard is no exception. Tim is an anti-human trafficking activist, author, and the founder and CEO of Operation Underground Railroad. His work has both inspired me and made me feel incredibly naive about what goes on under our noses in most communities across the country and the world. Tim spent over a decade working as a Special Agent for the Department of Homeland Security, where he was assigned to the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and was deployed as an undercover operative for the U.S. Child Sex Tourism Jump Team. He has worked every type of case imaginable in the fight to dismantle child trafficking rings, both in the United States and in multiple foreign countries. He has successfully dismantled dozens of these organizations and rescued children from slavery and exploitation. While working for the government, Tim saw how much more needed to be done in the fight against child trafficking and exploitation across the world. In 2013, Tim and a team of former government operatives left the security of their careers to go about the work of rescuing children as a private foundation - Operation Underground Railroad. At O.U.R., Tim envisioned a team that could work in any jurisdiction and work with law enforcement to rescue children directly. That team exists today all over the world. Discover: The shocking number of human trafficking victims in the US each year and how much money this horrific industry is worth Real life stories and tactics of how children & teens are being lured into trafficking and being exploited right here in developed countries and good homes Why most people are afraid to take action or learn the truth about this industry The number one thing you can do to help protect children  The impacts of porn on the brain and how an over-sexualized society is a key factor in child exploitation and trafficking 00:00 Intro 01:46 The effects of the pandemic on child abuse 03:44 Child trafficking 12:38 Educational grooming 15:14 Sex education 20:00 Teenagers should be able to talk with professionals 24:43 How does human trafficking commonly happen? 31:16 Greatest challenge in fighting the issue 34:19 Not wanting to know the truth 37:21 How you can protect the children 38:43 Is it happening everywhere? 40:28 Impact of pornography Links: Website | ourrescue.org Facebook | @OURrescue Twitter | @ourrescue Instagram | @ourrescue          TikTok | @ourrescue Youtube | @ourrescue Documentary | Operation Toussaint Fight the New Drug | fightthenewdrug.org Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Integrity, Truth, Alignment, Religion, Liberation, People Pleasing, Authority Summary:  It is my great honor to welcome Dr. Martha Beck, New York Times bestselling author, life coach, and speaker to the podcast this week. Her newest book, The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self, was an instant New York Times Best Seller and felt like a journey home for me — one of those books where I found myself yelling “EFF YES!” out loud while reading. You know the kind. Martha holds three Harvard degrees in social science, and Oprah Winfrey has called her “one of the smartest women I know.” She is a passionate and engaging teacher, known for her unique combination of science, humor, and spirituality. In this episode we cover navigating the internal split when you’re out of alignment or integrity and the magic that awaits when you have the courage to walk your truth — away from your socialization and towards the call of your soul. Discover: Why choosing and being in harmony with yourself is the key to a joyful and meaningful life Staying true to yourself despite other people’s opinions and expectations Navigating the internal split when out of integrity and having the courage to answer the call of your soul Suffering as the key to liberation How flipping your negative thoughts can give you peace of mind 00:00 Intro 01:24 Journey to getting her integrity back 06:48 Gaining authority over your own life 08:34 Psychic experiences 14:31 Coming home to your truth 18:39 Meditation for liberation 21:24 Questioning systems 24:31 The internal split 29:06 Going back to your true self 33:01 Flipping your negative thoughts 35:48 Integrity is contagious 42:05 Following your internal compass 44:34 Fear is the greatest challenge 47:10 The left hemisphere of our brain 50:05 The living dead 51:52 Returning to the right side of the brain Links: Watch this episode on Youtube Website | marthabeck.com Instagram | @themarthabeck Book | The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self by Martha Beck Book | Leaving the Saints by Martha Beck Episode with Byron Katie, listen to it here! Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Health, Sustainability, Permaculture, Regenerative Agriculture, Nutrition, Food Systems Summary: Is Glyphosate really that bad? Does buying local produce actually make a difference? Why should we care about soil — it’s just dirt, right? WRONG! So pumped to bring you this conversation with environmental filmmaker, citizen journalist, and musical activist, Rob Herring. Rob is the director and producer of the award-winning film The Need to GROW, which explores the opportunity we have to help regenerate our planet’s dying soils and participate in the restoration of earth. Join us for a fascinating chat on the importance of restoring our connection to nature, rethinking our food system and regenerating our most precious natural resource: soil.  Discover: Why using the herbicide Glyphosate has become common-practice for farmers around the world and its detrimental effects on our soil, food and health Why soil biodiversity is so freaking important and why we should care as consumers What regenerative agriculture is and why it’s the key to a healthy planet and people The simplest and most powerful steps you can take to mitigate the effects of destructive/conventional agricultural practices on your health and that of the environment The health benefits of gardening, getting your hands dirty and eating fresh food 00:00 Intro 00:36 The Need to GROW 08:07 Why destructive agriculture is the norm 23:42 How you can help 31:15 Connecting with nature and the positive health effects 40:17 The environmental cost of corruption 48:56 What could happen if we let nature regenerate 52:03 Returning to nature  Links: Watch this episode on Youtube  Watch The Need to GROW for free here! Farmacy of Light | farmacyoflight.com Earth Conscious Life | EarthConsciousLife.org Tip News | Tip.News Make Soil | makesoil.org This Is Your Brain on Food by Dr Uma Naidoo The Biggest Little Farm Documentary Sponsors: ION* | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 15% off sitewide at intelligenceofnature.com (Offer only available to US based residents. Coupon applies to all one-time purchases, excludes bundles and subscription purchases) Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Consumerism, Humanity, Biodiversity, Health, Sustainability, Natural Law, the Microbiome Summary: Dr. Zach Bush is back for the third time for a deep dive into the health and future of both humanity and our planet. Zach is a renowned, multi-disciplinary physician of internal medicine, endocrinology, and hospice care and is an internationally recognized educator on the microbiome as it relates to human health, soil health, food systems, and a regenerative future. In this episode, we dive into the planet's vulnerability and how it’s demanding a massive change in our current systems. We also explore the responsibility we all have to reimagine humanity as a system of coherence with nature instead of fighting against natural law.  Discover: Why the world is in a state of tumultuous transformation and what is possible for humanity and the earth if we’re able to develop a cohesive vision for the future How over time, humanity has shifted from a mindset of sharing, reverence and abundance to one of ownership, extraction and competition, and the negative consequences this is having on planet earth The importance of diversity on ALL levels, from bacteria to crops to thoughts and opinions Natural law and how we can use nature’s ancient wisdom as a template for a new, more coherent human society 00:00 Intro 00:43 Consumerism & outsourcing everything 4:30 The future of humanity 08:29 As above, so below 17:15 Diversity vs. monoculture 24:00 Cancel culture 25:25 The control of information to reduce panic 31:52 Natural law 40:17 Being afraid of change 54:04 Gut health & ION* Links: Watch this episode on Youtube Zach’s Website | zachbushmd.com  Natural Law | naturallawandgov.org Journey of Intrinsic Health | journeyofintrinsichealth.com Farmer’s Footprint | farmersfootprint.us Instagram | @zachbushmd Zach’s First Episode | Regenerating Health with Dr. Zach Bush Zach’s Second Episode | Engineering Our Future with Dr. Zach Bush Sponsors: ION* | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 15% off sitewide at intelligenceofnature.com (Offer only available to US based residents. Coupon applies to all one-time purchases, excludes bundles and subscription purchases) Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Alignment, Authenticity, Transformation, Self-Love, Values Summary: Feel like there’s something more to life? Like you’re not quite reaching your potential? Perhaps you want a more fulfilling career, a better relationship, to heal your relationship with money, your body, social media, or your family. Whatever it may be, this split — the space between what you say you want, who you say you are and who you’re actually being and what you’re choosing — is one of the most significant sources of our pain, our addictions, and our emotional, mental, and physical health issues. I know this firsthand. Join me as I explore how to merge the gap between where you are now and what is possible for your life. Will you move toward your soul’s calling? Can you say yes to yourself? Can you claim your potential? Consider this your invitation. Discover: The wisdom of negative emotions and why life shouldn’t always feel good The difference between orienting your life around what your soul desires vs. your wounds, around expansion instead of defensiveness How to decide what to do when you don’t know what to do What happens when you commit to honouring yourself 00:00 Intro 00:26 The universe has your back 01:09 Life isn’t about feeling good all the time 02:08 The space between what you have and what you want 04:33 Orienting to your soul, not your wounds 09:26 Words don’t teach; actions do 12:41 Be mindful of your choices 13:15 You’re weird, but all the best people are 15:01 Stepping away can also be healing 17:03 When you stop running from who you are 18:30 Learning to say yes to yourself Links: Watch this episode on Youtube  Join me on Mine’d! Sign up for my newsletter here Instagram | @createthelove Facebook | @createthelove Sponsors: Open | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 30 days free at withopen.com/createthelove Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Social Media, Self Love, Self Worth, Hollywood, Trauma, Mental Health Summary: This week I’m joined by one of the most versatile actors in Hollywood, Zachary Levi, with critically acclaimed roles in TV, film, and on Broadway. You may recognize him from his career catapulting role as Chuck Bartowski in the hit NBC series, Chuck, from his recurring role on Amazon Studios’ Emmy winning series, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, or from his recent roles in American Underdog, the Kurt Warner Story and the 2019 blockbuster hit, Shazam!. In this episode we jam on the addictive nature of social media, the problems Hollywood and reality TV perpetuate, plus Zachary’s emotional journey through a lifetime of crippling anxiety and depression and how a breakdown led him to ultimately find joy, gratitude, self-love and acceptance. Discover: The irony of social media and how it’s both one of the biggest contributors to mental illness today AND a useful platform for amplifying awareness for such conditions The profit over people model of Hollywood and how it’s affecting the mental health of those working in the industry as well as viewers How reality TV is modeling an unhealthy approach to relationships and body image Zachary’s mental, emotional and spiritual breakdown and how it ultimately led him to find joy, gratitude, acceptance and purpose The beautiful ripple effect that comes with doing the inner work, facing what you’re most afraid of and integrating your wounds 00:00 Intro 00:37 The irony of social media 02:02 Being a parent now 05:38 Is social media safe for kids? 10:02 Media is designed to be addictive 15:18 The problem with Hollywood & reality TV 22:30 Altering your appearance 29:51 Money is not the root of evil 33:16 The breakdown 46:34 Getting the role of Shazam 55:39 Healthy love not being modeled 1:03:44 Therapy  Links: Instagram |  @zacharylevi Twitter | @zacharylevi Book | Radical Love: Learning to Accept Yourself and Others Sponsors: Open | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 30 days free at withopen.com/createthelove Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Relationships, Transformation, Acceptance, Infidelity, Authenticity, Codependency Summary: In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with power couple Rainier Wylde and Kristi Born as they share the intimate details of how their relationship has evolved through infidelity. We discuss relational pain as a potent catalyst for transformation, the beauty in being honest with ourselves and our partner, and viewing ruptures as an invitation to truth. About Rainier & Kristi: Rainier Wylde is an author, teacher, and speaker. He has embraced life for all it is, celebrating its highs and learning from its lows. Rainier has managed a Fortune 500 company and built businesses; he has also elegantly blown them up, burned them down, and started over from scratch. Studying with Zen masters and Sufi mystics, Rainier founded and participated in neo-monastic communities for many years, becoming a spiritual director to both individuals and groups. He holds a masters degree in psychology and has spent countless hours working with others in navigating the human soul. Through the various positions he has held, Rainier discovered that life must be claimed to hold any worth. His work is to inspire others to live, fully and deeply, in the here and now. Kristi Born is a marriage and family therapist, relationship coach and teacher. She has worked with diverse populations and a wide variety of age groups. As a graduate school professor and popular educator, Kristi thrills in bringing people together to discuss topics that unleash their power and minimize their shame. She believes in systemic thinking and uncovering how relationships are containers for healing and exponential personal growth. Kristi specializes in the art of couple’s therapy and relationship healing. Through this work, she helps couples create their own designer relationships; conscious and wholehearted partnerships. She finds joy in partnering with Rainier Wylde to use their personal relational journey to help any and every person accept and step into their own power, telling a beautiful story of their own. Together they host the podcast Love Like Hell, exploring the modern landscape of intimacy and union. Discover: Love and relational pain as a potent catalyst for transformation Why we sometimes hide our past from our current partners Why we often jump into relationships too fast The beauty of being honest with ourselves and our partner and where to begin when you have a history of tiptoeing around the truth Viewing ruptures in relationship as an invitation to truth and an opportunity really see and understand each other The importance of holding onto yourself and your identity while in relationship The impact of relationship transformation on kids and what they can learn from seeing a marriage with a foundation of truth 00:00 Intro 03:28 Entering into relationships unconsciously 05:00 When dysfunction is normalized 08:16 Love as a catalyst for transformation 14:23 Fear of knowing your partner’s past 20:45 Why we often jump from relationship to relationship 23:36 Liberation through truth 28:38 Talking about things as they arise vs. burying them 30:10 Ruptures are an opportunity 40:04 How did the community react to the truth? 46:31 Wanting the best for your partner 49:57 Relationships are not risk-free 58:50 Impact of relationship transformation on kids Links: Instagram | @rainierwylde & @kristimarieborn Podcast | Love Like Hell Book | As You Are: Meditations on Self and Other Check out my first episode with Rainier | The Complexities of Being Alive with Rainier Wylde Sponsors: Open | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 30 days free at withopen.com/createthelove Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Anger, Emotions, Mindfulness, Meditation, Breathwork, Self-Awareness Summary: “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” I’ve loved this quote from Viktor E. Frankl for a long time, and it speaks directly to the topic of today’s episode: mindfulness. Tune in as I explore with returning guest Manoj Dias what is possible when we commit to a practice of loving self-awareness.  Born and raised in the Theravada Buddhist tradition, Manoj Dias is an animated speaker, humble teacher and always a friend. Once tethered to a life of self-management, instead of self-awareness, he now intimately understands what it means to be healed from the inside out. Through mindfulness and meditation, Manoj has helped thousands of people around the world trade mania for pause, so that they may live fearlessly in honor of a happier and more meaningful life.  Discover: Mindfulness and how developing a practice can quite literally change your life and relationships The beauty of anger (and what’s often beneath this emotion) Meditation as a tool for self-awareness and why we may resist it Somatic mindfulness and how it can help you become more present and grounded Breathwork as a powerful tool to cultivate more presence, connection and peace 00:00 Intro 01:38 Reconciling our feelings through wisdom 04:49 Choosing how we react 08:56 Why we continue to operate in unhelpful patterns 11:01 The beauty of anger & what’s often beneath it 20:06 Observing your mind 24:21 Somatic mindfulness 33:41 Developing a mindfulness practice 36:59 Breathwork Links: Try Open free for 30 days at withopen.com/createthelove and use code CREATETHELOVE at checkout! Instagram | @manojdias_ & @op_e___n Website | manojdias.com.au Book | Still Together: Connection through meditation Sponsors: Open | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 30 days free at withopen.com/createthelove Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Food Systems, Nutrition, Health, Superfoods, Sovereignty, Environmental Health Summary: Join me for an epic chat with Darin Olien: co-host of the Emmy® award-winning docuseries, Down to Earth with Zac Efron, NYT best-selling author, chart-topping podcast host and passionate advocate for human and environmental health. For over 20 years, Darin has traveled the globe in search of ways to holistically heal our society through food, exercise, and mental health and I’m pumped to have had the opportunity to pick his brain in this episode. Discover: How Down to Earth with Zac Efron serendipitously came to be The dire reality and consequences of ultra-processed foods and chemical agriculture Why we need to return to ancient and indigenous agricultural practices for the health of ourselves and the planet A strong argument for growing your own food Darin’s tips for healthy living in a modern world 00:00 Intro 01:38 Down To Earth with Zac Efron 07:07 Hunting superfoods 13:27 Lack of integrity in the food industry 19:54 We’ve divorced nature 30:40 Lab-made foods 37:16 Food switches to make now 43:28 What’s really in your tap water 49:51 Why you should know about Barukas nuts Links: Website | darinolien.com & barukas.com Instagram | @darinolien  Podcast | The Darin Olien Show Book | Superlife: The 5 Simple Fixes That Will Make You Healthy, Fit and Eternally Awesome Sponsors: Cozy Earth | Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at cozyearth.com Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Mental Health, Social Media, Self-Help, Breakups Summary: Meet Aaron Albert: my buddy, co-founder and the CEO of Mine'd — a digital platform we co-created to connect you with top emotional wellness experts and community through daily live and on-demand classes. Tune in as we explore the landscape of social media as it pertains to mental health for both consumers and creators, plus our idea to create a different way of orienting towards mental, relational and emotional health challenges. A former child actor on the Disney Channel and Nickelodeon, Aaron has spent the adult part of his career in the health and wellness space, working with companies to build products and experiences that make people's lives better. As the co-creator of the largest chain of boutique spin studios in Southeast Asia, Absolute Cycle, Aaron was able to merge together two of his personal passions: fitness and motivation. Over the past four years specifically, Aaron really honed in on creating communities and products at multiple consumer, wellness, and tech companies, including Journey Live, Shine Text, Wave Meditation, Sweat with Studio, and Julianne Hough’s KINRGY.  Discover: Why we felt it necessary to create a new way for people to engage in mental health content outside of the social media platforms that already exist Why it’s hard for us to get motivated to take care of our mental health How we can be narcissistic in our pain when the truth is: you’re not alone! 00:00 Intro 01:00 Impact of the pandemic on mental health 02:33 Why don’t we treat mental health like physical health? 06:10 Mental health content on social media 14:06 People want accessibility 21:32 Heartbreak & the birth of Mine’d  27:48 Creating authentic content  34:26 You are not alone 41:05 Narcissism in our pain 43:23 What is Mine’d? Links: Check out Mine'd here! If you’re an expert and interested in joining Mine’d, go here to apply! Instagram | @doyoumined & @asalbert LinkedIn | Aaron Albert Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Health, Nutrition, Diet, Transformation, Mindset Summary: This week I’m joined Shawn Stevenson, author of the USA Today National bestseller Eat Smarter and the international bestselling book Sleep Smarter. In this episode Shawn shares how he was able to heal himself from chronic illness and turn a dire diagnosis around through simple mindset and nutrition changes. Shawn is also creator of The Model Health Show, featured as the number #1 health podcast in the U.S. with millions of listener downloads each year. A graduate of the University of Missouri–St. Louis, Shawn studied business, biology, and nutritional science and became the cofounder of Advanced Integrative Health Alliance. Shawn has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, The New York Times, Muscle & Fitness, ABC News, ESPN, and many other major media outlets. Discover: How changing his internal narrative from “why me?” to “what can I do?” shifted his mindset and ultimately, his health outcomes What’s happening in the body when you get a craving Food as information Why as a society we are more sick than ever, even though technology is advancing 00:00 Intro 01:17 Writing Eat Smarter 07:00 The link between diet and chronic disease 19:27 From "why me?" to "what can I do?" 23:31 Pain is a great teacher 25:00 Having someone who believes in you 31:43 What is epigenetics? 37:14 Post-ingestive feedback & cravings 40:41 Processed and artificial foods 47:15 Connection between food and relationships 53:47 Food is information 55:47 Eating sacred 1:00:24 Effect of innovation to our health Links: Podcast | The Model Health Show Instagram | @shawnmodel Book | Eat Smarter How to Reprogram Your Subconscious Mind with Bruce Lipton, Ph.D Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Entrepreneurship, Career, Transformation, Purpose Summary: If you’re a therapist, practitioner, naturopath or healer looking to build your biz online and cultivate more meaning, abundance and freedom in your life, then this episode is for you! Tune in for an insightful conversation with Dan Harrison; former certified financial planner turned course creator and online business mentor who specializes in authentic selling, relationship-based marketing and transformational leadership. Discover: The beauty of entrepreneurship and starting before you’re ready The best place you can focus your time and energy as an entrepreneur Selling the transformation vs. your time Some of the most common challenges when stepping into entrepreneurship 00:00 Intro 02:14 Soulful Sales 07:25 From sales rep to empowering people 10:37 The beauty of entrepreneurship 21:10 Being of service 25:00 Sell the transformation 32:26 Free vs. paid information 36:52 Biggest challenges in entrepreneurship 43:46 Fall in love with the process Links: Book a free 15 minute insight coaching call with Dan here and be sure to mention that I sent you! Instagram | @thedanharrison Facebook | Private Practice Rebels Website | Soulful Sales Co. Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Perfectionism, Excellence, Career, Authenticity, Self-Compassion, Self-Worth Summary: This week I’m pumped to be joined by my good friend, Vitale Buford Hardin who is a top leadership consultant, driver of leadership excellence, and CEO of The Hardin Group, a leadership consulting firm. Tune in as we unpack perfectionism, why it manifests, how it affects us in the workplace and within our relationships, and ultimately how to actually heal from it. Vitale believes that “who we are is how we lead,” so the real leadership work begins with ourselves. Vitale brings her training and concepts to life in a fun and relatable way, empowering teams and companies to transform the way they work, produce, and relate. She is an iPEC-certified executive coach, trainer, award-winning speaker, and author. Featured in The New York Times, she is the author of the book, Addicted to Perfect, detailing her struggle with perfectionism and how she overcame it.  Discover: What perfectionism is and the different ways in which it can manifest The root cause of perfectionism The first step in detaching from the need to be perfect How companies and leaders can actually benefit from addressing and healing perfectionism in the workplace 00:00 Intro 00:46 What is perfectionism? 02:55 Why we chase perfection 05:30 Detaching from perfectionism 07:37 Perfectionism in the workplace 12:06 How it affects innovation 17:47 Are men or women more prone to perfectionism? 21:27 Perfectionism in relationships 28:00 Compassion and perfectionism can’t coexist 30:34 Excellence instead of perfectionism 32:23 Vitale’s struggle with perfectionism Links: Book | Addicted to Perfect: A Journey Out of the Grips of Adderall Website | The Hardin Group LinkedIn | Vitale Buford Hardin Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Self Inquiry, Ego, Liberation, Awareness, Mental Health, Spirituality Summary: This week I’m SO excited to be joined by a trailblazer and icon whose work has deeply impacted my life: Byron Katie. Tune in to discover the powerful method of inquiry born directly out of Byron Katie’s experience that allows you to release yourself from suffering and access the wisdom that always exists within you. In 1986, at the bottom of a ten-year spiral into depression and self-loathing, Byron Katie woke up one morning in a state of joy. She realized that when she believed her stressful thoughts, she suffered, but that when she questioned them, she didn’t suffer, and that this is true for every human being. Her simple yet powerful process of self-inquiry, which she calls The Work, consists of four questions and the turnaround, which is a way of experiencing the opposite of what you believe. Byron Katie has been bringing The Work to millions of people for more than thirty years. Her books include the bestselling Loving What Is, now in a revised edition, I Need Your Love—Is That True?, A Thousand Names for Joy, and A Mind at Home with Itself. Discover: Four questions that, when applied to a specific problem, enable you to see what is troubling you in an entirely different light A powerful way to handle and reframe criticism A simple tool to identify the cause of your stress and suffering The profound freedom that comes with questioning and turning around your thoughts 00:00 Intro 00:56 What is “The Work”? 03:48 The four questions 09:05 Ego 13:54 Is it true? 22:19 The world is divided 24:58 Stop thinking 32:07 Self-realization, until it’s lived, has no power 34:12 It’s all perfect 36:04 Defensiveness 39:25 Judge your neighbor worksheet 50:46 Turning around your thoughts Links: Instagram | @byron.katie Facebook | @theworkofbyronkatie YouTube | @theworkofbk Podcast | The Work Worksheet | Judge Your Neighbour Join her for At Home with BK on Zoom every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 9-10 a.m. Pacific Time. Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Attachment Theory, Conflict, Relationships, Intimacy, Parenthood Summary: Today I’m joined by John Kim and Vanessa Bennett for a wonderful conversation discussing the core themes from their new book, “It’s Not Me, It’s You,” including how to navigate differences in your relationship.  John Kim (aka The Angry Therapist) and Vanessa Bennett are not only licensed therapists and relationship coaches but master plate spinners. Writing books, hosting podcasts, creating mental health content, and raising their toddler are just a few of those spinning plates. Before their worlds collided, they each experienced the painful expiration of long term relationships which thrust them into their inner journeys, personal therapy, therapy school, and helping thousands of people relationship better. As a couple, they are committed to being transparent about their baggage, bullsh*t, and the slippery knots of their own imperfect relationship to help illuminate the surprising issues that hinder all of us from finding, enjoying, and sustaining love. Discover: How to navigate different love languages Framing your differences as opportunities Tips for navigating conflict with your partner The difference between doing life with someone vs. doing life at or around them 00:00 Intro 04:00 Therapists are human too 07:20 Writing a book with your partner 10:03 Different love languages 16:55 The anxious/avoidant dance 19:07 Differences in relationship 23:33 It’s in the small moments 28:20 Handling conflict 35:11 Past relationships vs. now 39:00 Softness & vulnerability in relationship 41:00 Greatest challenges in couples 47:22 Being transactional 53:47 Clean anger is necessary    Links: Instagram: @vanessasbennett + @theangrytherapist TikTok: @thecodayoga +  @theangrytherapist Pre-order Vanessa and John's new book, It’s Not Me It’s You, here. Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Relationships, Conflict, Relationship Coaching, Intimacy, Emotional Intelligence Summary: In today’s episode I’m joined once again by the insightful Jayson Gaddis. Tune in as we discuss some of the most common relational challenges we both encounter and how Jayson helps others both better understand relationships AND teach relational skills themselves through The Relationship School. Jayson Gaddis, author, podcaster, speaker, and “personal trainer for relationships”, is a global leader on interpersonal conflict and connection. He got tired of complaining that street-level relationship skills are not taught in school, so he founded The Relationship School, an impact-based company dedicated to helping individuals, couples and teams work out their differences in order to have indestructible relationships. His new book Getting to Zero: How to work Through Conflict In Your High Stakes Relationships was voted Editors Choice, Best non-fiction, and Best Leadership and Business book in 2021 on Amazon.   Discover: The most common relationship challenges we both see A common root cause of unavailability  One question to ask yourself when you don’t know whether to stay or go The advantages of being a coach vs. a therapist How Relationship School differs from other trainings Our thoughts on why relationship skills aren’t taught in school 00:00 Intro 01:42 The problem of not having mutual partnership 03:28 The most common relationship challenges 05:10 Dating unavailability 06:35 Should you stay or go? 08:07 Ghosting 08:52 People transform their lives around their relationship pain 11:18 Becoming a therapist 16:45 Group beliefs influencing individual beliefs  20:21 Breaking out of old systems 23:22 Challenging the client 29:18 Hearing feedback 33:46 Teaching how to handle conflict 35:19 Success of a relationship shouldn’t be measured by length 36:59 Movies modeling real life 40:02 Apologizing & conflict repair   Links: Instagram | @jaysongaddis Website | relationshipschool.com Relationship Coach Certification Program | Visit this link to apply! Jayson's team interviews everyone that comes into the program. Once accepted, you will get a massive discount of $1000 at checkout when you use the promo code CREATETHELOVE Book | Getting to Zero I’m Sorry: How to Apologize and Why It Matters with Dr. Harriet Lerner | Part 1 | Part 2  Embracing Conflict with Jayson Gaddis - The Mark Groves Podcast Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Relationships, Dating, Red Flags, Infidelity, Forgiveness, Attachment Theory Summary: I’m super pumped to be joined by Jeff Guenther, aka @therapyjeff for today’s episode. I’ve been watching Jeff distill complex information and break down relational challenges online in such a consumable and digestible way for some time now, so to sit down with him today and go deeper into allllll things romantic relationships is an honour. Jeff Guenther is a licensed professional counselor in Portland, Oregon. He’s been a therapist since 2005 and his practice focuses on both couples and individuals. These days, he spends most of his spare time making one-minute videos for TikTok and Instagram, and more in-depth content on Patreon. Consider following him on all the platforms for relationship advice, tips, pep talks and other resources to maximize your mental health. Discover: Green flags to look for on a date Why knowing your own red flags is essential for a healthy relationship The best time to ask “what are we?” When it’s okay (and can actually benefit your relationship) to crush on someone else Red flags to watch for when you crush on someone else 00:00 Intro 01:48 Starting an online presence 05:05 Back to (relationship) basics 06:08 Blaming your parents 08:00 Do you need to forgive in order to heal? 11:30 Stop talking shit about your ex 13:15 Know your own red flags 16:44 Assuming good intent 20:20 Asking for reassurance 26:56 Actions vs. words 30:45 Having needs is sexy 35:21 Anxious/avoidant attachment 37:54 Having a crush on someone while in a relationship 51:07 Red flags when you have a crush 53:10 Thinking relationally Links: Website | therapyjeff.com & therapyden.com Instagram | @therapyjeff TikTok | @therapyjeff Patreon | @therapyjeff Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Self-Worth, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Emotions, Boundaries Summary: In 2015, having worked in the world of TV for eight years, Sophie Dear was signed off work due to anxiety and insomnia. Feeling pretty broken, she retrained as a yoga teacher and started a journey of inner work. Then, very suddenly at the end of 2019, Sophie's 10 year relationship and marriage broke down. She jumped on a plane to Bali in March 2020 with a plan to work out what she truly wanted.  After stumbling across my work on Instagram, she took my Become a Boundaries Badass and Crushing Codependency courses, both of which had a huge impact on her relationships and self-worth. Sophie now works as a self-worth empowerment coach and is very much enjoying her best life. As she explains in this episode, re-discovering her self-worth has been her biggest journey and I'm honored to have played a part in it! Discover: Tangible tips for building self-worth How having boundaries will change your life in the best way Having compassion for your old patterns and survival strategies 00:00 Intro 01:21 Sophie's story 05:25 Allopathic medicine being symptom oriented 08:32 Effects of being unkind to yourself 10:30 Yoga and self-worth 17:03 Seeking your true self 18:26 Feeling seen for the first time 21:32 Growing up with a sick parent 23:41 When you become what you’ve been seeking 25:07 Every feeling you feel is valid 27:02 Boundaries and codependency 31:26 Survival strategies as superpowers 33:11 Having space for difficult and vulnerable conversations 38:42 Focusing on expansion rather than your limitations 39:27 Change starts when you start seeing your self-worth 42:48 We are wired to survive, not for happiness 46:04 Rituals for self-worth Links: Website | www.sophiedear.com Instagram | @_sophiedear, @move.and.inspire Move & Inspire: Get $35 off here using the code CREATETHELOVE Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Overcoming Fear, Speaking Your Truth, Authenticity, Alignment, Integrity Summary: So often, we allow the human in us - the part that has fears and limiting beliefs - talk us out of what feels right on a soul level. We talk ourselves out of taking courageous action, starting something new, laying a boundary, having a conversation, moving in a new direction… because stepping into the unknown is scary AF. It’s much easier (and more comfortable) to stay in the spaces, cycles and patterns that are already working and familiar. But the reality is this: when we know we can become more and we don’t answer the call, the pain of misalignment will eventually catch up. Which brings me to where I am today: realizing I have not been fully liberated and in integrity on @createthelove for some time. I’ve been holding back my full expression on social media, afraid of how I might be received — but I realize that in doing so, I don’t get to be all of me and you don’t get to know all of me. I came here to speak what is true for me, and be committed to building bridges. But one cannot build bridges when ones does not have a bridge between the parts of themselves they are afraid of expressing. So here I am: expressing. Join me for this special solo episode as I dive deeper into what has sparked this evolution and what to expect from me going forward as I step into a more aligned, more expressed, and more liberated version of myself. Thank you for being on this journey with me! Discover: Why committing to telling the truth changes everything An intimate letter to you, my community, on how my platform is evolving My thoughts on cancel culture, nuance and discussion How to step into a space of curiosity when you disagree with someone’s beliefs 00:00 Intro 01:31 Fearing the unknown 03:37 Don’t listen to the human in you 06:20 Let the truth that lives within you also live outside of you 09:12 Committing to telling the truth 12:16 Creating the love 17:34 Don’t get stuck in someone else’s expectations 19:59 Be curious about anything you’re not allowed to criticize 21:37 Cancel culture 27:20 Tolerating different beliefs 30:09 Stop wasting your time focusing on other people Links: Watch this episode on Youtube Sign up for my newsletter here Watch my recent IG Live on this topic The Impacts of Lockdowns with Dr. Jay Bhattacharya Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Health, Personal Responsibility, Mindset, Food Systems, Resilience, Medical Autonomy, Longevity Summary: They say when the student is ready the teacher arrives, and that was exactly the case with today’s guest, Dr. Tyna Moore. With nearly three decades of experience in the medical world, Dr. Tyna Moore, ND, DC is a leading expert in holistic regenerative medicine and resilient health. Traditionally and alternatively trained in science and medicine as both a Naturopathic Physician and Chiropractor, she brings a unique perspective to those wishing to build a more robust foundation in their health and well-being. She is a podcast host, author, speaker, kettlebell devotee and mother as well as a fierce advocate for health autonomy and personal responsibility, which she helps others improve through her many offerings at drtyna.com and on her podcast, The Dr Tyna Show. Join us as we talk about the importance of metabolic health in our overall wellbeing, how we ended up in the sea of metabolic dysfunction we see today, plus Dr. Tyna’s top strategies for improving your health and resilience. Discover: Dr. Tyna’s journey from chronic illness as a young adult to thriving in her forties Simple strategies to improve your metabolic health and see noticeable shifts in your mood, energy levels and inflammation levels The role of mindset and personal responsibility in building optimal health How to build resilience against chronic and acute disease 00:00 Intro 01:07 Importance of presenting data and the truth 06:57 Pain and vanity 10:45 Information is empowering 13:09 Microbiomes are contagious 17:19 Unrealized food disorder 21:06 Strength training and its benefits 28:38 How to work on metabolic health 31:27 The food supply is adulterated  35:51 Sugar is satan 38:22 Making things conducive to longevity 39:45 Canceling and vilifying information rather than understanding the discomfort 43:45 There are demons among us 47:44 Easily influenced 56:16 The metabolic revamp Links: Instagram | @drtyna The Metabolic Revamp Challenge The Dr. Tyna Show Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Liberation, Masculinity, Patriarchy, Karma, Relationships, Self-Awareness Summary: John Wineland is a renowned author, teacher and speaker who guides both men and women in the realms of life purpose, relational communication, sexual intimacy and embodiment. I’ve admired John’s work for years, incorporating many of his teachings into my own journey. Join us for this episode where we explore a new vision of awakened masculinity — one rooted in conscious awareness, unflinching responsibility and true leadership. One that invites men to feel deeply, disavow numbness and turn away from ego-driven dogma that has harmed women, the planet, and men themselves. John's embodiment-driven teaching draws from not only over 30 years of experience of his own Buddhist meditative practice but from 13 years of intensive study and practice with renowned Yogic Intimacy teacher, David Deida. Drawing from Deida's revolutionary framework, as well as the deep lineages of Vajrayana, Tantra, Kundalini yoga, Taoist and Iron Shirt Qigong traditions, John seeks to create a profound experience for men and women longing to express their deepest desires with open, fierce and loving hearts. His new book, From The Core, shares a practical guide to redefine, heal and re-embrace masculinity in our world. Discover: How masculinity and what it means to be a valuable male within a relationship, community and society — is being redefined The value of integrating the masculine and the feminine within Simple practices to invite more presence, awareness and depth to your relationships 00:00 Intro 00:38 A new paradigm of masculinity 04:44 What is a liberated man? 08:36 Integrating the masculine and feminine within 10:35 Liberate yourself from patterns 13:58 The myth of the good husband 17:31 Why we resist liberation 19:42 Changing your karma  24:40 Make space for your inner self 26:57 Men want depth 30:28 Grief and anger 32:00 Beauty and awe 34:09 Love is not transactional 39:27 Killing the teacher 41:35 Internal patriarchy 43:24 Having a partner who challenges you 46:19 How to relate to the feminine 47:11 Toxic masculinity Links: Instagram | @john_wineland Workshop | The Virtual Workshop Series by John Wineland  Book | From the Core: A New Masculine Paradigm for Leading with Love, Living Your Truth & Healing the World by John Wineland  What Femininity Wants with John Wineland | The Mark Groves Podcast Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Healing, Health, Holistic Health, Emotions, Self-Expression, Authenticity Summary: I often talk about the deep impact both our relationships and emotional health have on our physical health, so this week I’m thrilled to be diving deeper into the subject with the one and only Dr. Christian Gonzalez. Join us for a beautiful conversation about why authentic self-expression and releasing suppressed emotions is so important for the health of your body, mind and spirit. Dr. G took an interest in many fields of medicine, but it wasn’t until his mother passed of cancer that he decided to shift his focus to oncology. There he found a passion for helping people optimize their health by preventing chronic disease and he soon realized that cancer was not simply nutritional or exercise-based, it was much more than that.  As he studied this concept more, Dr. G became passionate about environmental medicine as well as the mind, body, and spirit connection. Everything is connected, from the foods we eat to the way we think and interact with the world and the people in our lives. These seemingly small factors all play a large part when it comes to our health and longevity. Because of this, Dr. G has shifted from working with patients to focusing his energy on mass education. He is the host of the excellent Heal Thy Self podcast, which focuses on giving people the tools they need to truly heal from the inside out and highlights some of the top medical professionals in the industry. Discover: How the relationships we have with our home, the environment, and the people in our lives all play a role in the development of chronic disease The deep impact your emotional health has on your physical health Why authentic self-expression is so important The pathway to healing suppressed emotions and unhooking from unhelpful protective mechanisms 00:00 Intro 02:26 How Dr. G got started in the medical field 06:15 Pivoting into Naturopathic Medicine 11:06 Healing from suppressed emotions and trauma 17:34 The cost of resisting your true emotions 25:15 Letting yourself feel “negative” & “unlovable” emotions 32:06 The role of nutrition and supplementation 37:04 Authentic self expression can protect you from toxic environments Links: Instagram | @doctor.gonzalez Website | docgonzalez.com Podcast | Heal Thy Self with Dr. G Mark Groves on Heal Thy Self with Dr. G Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Birth, Birth Control, Reproductive Health, Body Autonomy, Informed Consent Summary: This week I’m joined by powerhouse Ricki Lake to discuss her fascinating new documentary, The Business of Birth Control. Sixty years after the pill revolutionized women's emancipation, this new documentary examines the complex relationship between hormonal birth control and women’s health and liberation. Weaving together the stories of bereaved parents, body literacy activists and femtech innovators, the film reveals a new generation seeking holistic and ecological alternatives to the pill. In this episode we explore the risks and side effects of the pill your doctor probably didn’t tell you about, unethical drug trials, the advantages of being in tune with your body and cycle, holistic alternatives to the pill, and so much more! Discover: The risks and side effects of the pill your doctor probably didn’t tell you about Real stories of people who have experienced harmful side effects from birth control The problem with labeling and lack of informed consent when it comes to the pill   00:00 Intro 01:51 What motivated Ricki to educate in the reproductive space 04:30 Home birth  07:04 Re-education about birth control 11:04 Side effects of birth control 17:23 Tragic stories from birth control use 19:43 Labeling and information 21:44 Understanding your rights and choices 23:01 Tracking menstrual cycle 25:44 How to navigate through this  28:03 Christianity and sexual abstinence 30:27 Importance of sex education 33:20 What Ricki’s most proud of in terms of the film 34:57 Challenging & questioning other people’s beliefs 41:37 Hypocrisy in religion 43:46 People hate it when we question the status quo 45:33 Giving birth on your own terms 47:52 Finding love   Links: Stream The Business of Birth Control in the US & Canada - use code CREATETHELOVE for 50% off! International Audiences: Join the waitlist to watch The Business of Birth Control Watch The Business of Being Born Business of Birth Control | Instagram Ricki Lake | Instagram Cured Nutrition's Joseph Sheehey on the Mark Groves Podcast Check out my course Dating 101! Sweetening the Pilll with Holly Grigg Spall The War on Nature with Dr. Nathan Riley Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Spirituality, Spiritual Awakening, Clairvoyance, Channeling, Medium Summary: This week I’m joined by one of the foremost spiritual channels working today — Paul Selig. Described as “a medium for the living,” Paul has the unique ability to step into and “become” the people his clients ask about, often taking on their personalities and physical characteristics as he “hears” them telepathically. In this episode, we discuss Paul’s backstory, how he discovered his clairvoyance and some of the wisdom he has channeled using his unique gift. Paul was born in New York City and received his master’s degree from Yale. A spiritual experience in 1987 left him clairvoyant. In his nine breakthrough works of channeled literature, including I Am the Word, The Book of Mastery, and the Beyond the Known Trilogy: Realization, Alchemy, and The Kingdom author and medium Paul Selig has recorded an extraordinary program for personal and planetary evolution as humankind awakens to its own divine nature. Discover: Life as an expression of divinity What it really means to “be of service” A unique way to look at forgiveness Messages to all of us from the guides 00:00 Intro 01:25 How it all started 05:01 Understanding the voices he hears 07:41 Evolution of the guide’s messages 10:14 Knowing who you are, what you are, and what you serve 18:57 Forgiveness is important 20:06 Everything hidden will be found 22:47 When you reject something, you can’t change it 25:56 The guides 30:16 Feeling energy 35:05 How transmission of messages happens 38:59 A message from the guides 43:36 Books and energies Links: Paul’s Instagram Paul’s Website The Kingdom - A Channeled Text by Paul Selig Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Self-Love, Self-Expression, Shame, Self-Care, Acceptance, Authenticity Summary: This week I'm joined by yoga teacher, author and my friend, Jennifer Pastiloff. In this episode we discuss how to live from a place of love, accepting and being true to yourself, self-compassion, finding beauty in unexpected places and so much more. Jen Pastiloff offers a unique style of teaching through her workshop “On Being Human”, which is based on her bestselling book of the same name. She describes these workshops as “a hybrid of yoga related movement, writing, sharing out loud, letting the snot fly, and the occasional dance party.” She has been featured on Good Morning America, New York Magazine, Health Magazine, CBS News and more for her unique teachings which she has taught to thousands of women in sold-out workshops all over the world.  Discover: One simple way to open yourself up to more beauty, miracles and love A morning prayer to help set yourself up for success each day Why inspired action needs to follow awareness in order to make meaningful change Each new day as an opportunity to begin again Owning your flaws and showing up anyway 00:00 Intro 00:59 Are you who you say you are? 02:36 Operating from love 06:31 Talk to more strangers 09:54 Don’t lose the child in you 13:31 Create your morning prayer 19:27 Make mistakes and begin again 22:22 Owning your messiness 24:34 Taking inspired action 26:27 Surround yourself with people who inspire you 29:22 Don’t take yourself too seriously 32:35 Choose your struggle 37:14 Jen’s experience of going deaf 42:44 Cancel culture 44:51 Social hierarchy 48:26 Shame 51:00 Seeking validation vs. being true to yourself 56:03 Give yourself permission Links: Jennifer’s Instagram Jennifer’s Website Jennifer’s Book: On Being Human: A Memoir of Waking Up, Living Real, and Listening Hard Join us on the Mine’d app!  Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at https://www.curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at http://organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at http://createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Propaganda, Media Literacy, News, Persuasion, Social Media Summary: Today I’m joined by Renee Hobbs, who is an expert in digital and media literacy education. She's the author of Mind Over Media: Propaganda Education for a Digital Age and for 30 years has helped educators across four contents integrate digital and media literacy into all subject areas and grade levels. In this episode, Renee unpacks what propaganda is, why we should be aware of it, and how it really affects and influences us. A topic as timely as ever these days! Discover: How propaganda works and why developing critical thinking skills around all types of media is so important How media messages shape our culture and society How powerful language is as a persuasive tool The importance of curiosity and seeking out divergent perspectives Increasing your capacity for complexity and critical thinking 00:00 Intro 00:49 Information in today’s era 02:35 Propaganda is everywhere 04:19 News and facts 06:03 Definition of propaganda 09:02 The power of language 15:29 Media’s role in society 19:36 Conspiracy theories 20:25 Stereotypes vs. embracing complexity 23:55 Self-interest is inescapable 27:02 Manage your rage 29:57 Propaganda is in the eye of the beholder 31:54 Searching for opposing beliefs 34:55 The learning journey with podcasts 37:50 Learning by creating media Links: Mind Over Media Website Contemporary Propaganda Gallery Set Your Motivation Media Education Lab Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at https://www.curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at http://organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at http://createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Mental Health, Purpose, Career, Self-Awareness, Reflection   Summary: Today I’m joined by best-selling author, podcast host and mental fitness strategist Marc Champagne. In Mark’s book, Personal Socrates, he explored the pointed questions that stimulate our mental fitness and teach us how to direct our internal narrative to work for us instead of against us. Marc studied the prompts and practices of legends such as Kobe Bryant, Maya Angelou, Robin Williams, James Clear, Coco Chanel, Stephen Hawking, and many others to bring clarity, intentionality, and possibility to every aspect of reader’s lives. In this episode, Marc unpacks what he’s learnt about the mental fitness practices and reflective questions shaping the lives of some of the most successful and brilliant thinkers in the world.  Discover: The simple daily practice almost all successful/impactful people have in common Staying motivated, even at your lowest moments How journaling can help you understand yourself better Questions for increased self-awareness 00:00 Intro 00:50 Leaving a secure job 06:11 Failing and starting again 11:40 Micro-moments of motivation 14:34 Top 3 mental fitness habits 16:42 One question away from a different mindset 18:41 Importance of self-reflection 20:15 Journaling 25:42 What we’re pretending not to know 27:22 Why we’re afraid of slowing down 32:08 The hard to answer questions 35:51 Personal Socrates 40:53 Definition of mental fitness 45:39 Be in a state of possibility   Links: Marc Champagne’s Instagram Behind The Human Podcast Behind The Human Website Personal Socrates: Questions That Will Upgrade Your Life from Legends & World-Class Performers    Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at https://www.curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at http://organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at http://createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Inner Peace, Mental Health, Purpose, Belonging, Self-Expression   Summary: Today I'm joined by my friend and the host of The Mental Wealth Podcast, Kaylor Betts. In this episode, Kaylor shares what it means to be both mentally healthy and wealthy, and how to cultivate inner peace in an increasingly chaotic world.  Kaylor Betts is a rising star in the mental health space; with a growing following and a hard hitting, buzzworthy podcast, The Mental Wealth Podcast. Kaylor is a contrarian and holds no punches when speaking out against mainstream opinion. He faced his mental health head-on, tackled his long history with anxiety and depression and has since taken a deep dive into studying human optimization to create a brand around what he calls ‘Mental Wealth’. Working with clients around the world, he is relentless in his passion to change lives and help us all understand how to live life beyond what we thought was possible.   Discover: What mental wealth is and how to create it Creating purpose in your life vs. discovering your purpose What to do when self-expression threatens belonging Getting comfortable with facing the uncomfortable   00:00 Intro 00:40 Having mental wealth 03:07 Discovering purpose 08:58 Belonging and being accepted 12:53 Handling hate and having inner peace 15:49 Beliefs you had as a kid affect you as an adult 19:17 Allowing people to accept a new version of you 27:26 Importance of humility 30:11 Becoming mentally healthy and wealthy 36:24 Living consciously  42:13 Be the observer of your thoughts 44:20 Dealing with procrastination 48:12 Danger vs. fear   Links: Kaylor Betts Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thekaylorbetts/?hl=en The Mental Wealth Podcast | https://www.mentalwealthpodcast.co/ The Mental Wealth Academy | https://buildmentalwealth.co/ Why the Past 10 Years of American Life Have Been Uniquely Stupid by Jonathan Haidt | https://bit.ly/3tSbgDw   Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at https://www.curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at http://organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at http://createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Human Biases, Victimhood, Cancel Culture, Virtue Signaling, Morality   Summary: Lately I’ve been feeling motivated to explore my own (and what seems to be the world in general’s) edge around having hard conversations. What shapes binary/black and white thinking, and what has created the inability to speak about subjects that have become so hypersensitive? How can can we disagree with love and curiosity? It seems that more often than not, we cease talking about certain things altogether because it’s easier to avoid cancellation, the possibility of being critized, and conflict. But whenever we do this, we don’t actually serve our communities, our society, or the world as a whole. I’m so excited for you to hear this conversation with Cory Clark and was blown away by the research she shares about human biases, victim mentality, and more. It gave me the opportunity to explore my own personal biases and to bring light to the things that I don’t even see about myself and the way I see the world. I hope it does the same for you. Cory Clark is the Director of the Adversarial Collaboration Project at University of Pennsylvania and a Visiting Scholar in the Psychology Department. She received her PhD in Social and Personality Psychology and Quantitative Methods from University of California, Irvine and formerly worked as an Assistant Professor of Social Psychology at Durham University in the United Kingdom and the Director of Academic Engagement for Heterodox Academy. Among other things, she studies political biases (on both the left and right) and how moral and political concerns influence evaluations of science among everyday people and scientists alike. She writes a Psychology Today blog called The AntiSocial Psychologist and occasionally co-hosts the YouTube channel and podcast, Antisocial Psychologists.    Discover: How victimhood can be used for manipulation/to gain very real benefits Why we tend to cancel other people for having different opinions How research shows that being perceived as a victim can justify immoral behavior   00:00 Intro 01:27 Social media reinforces our beliefs 03:46 Competition in research 06:34 Being biased is human nature 11:14 The bias blindspot 12:52 Vicitmhood and the evolutionary benefits of playing victim 21:26 Justification of immoral behaviors 26:24 Emotional manipulation & victim playing 33:57 Victim and virtue signaling 39:46 Obsessive passions versus harmonious passions 41:56 Having a different opinion 43:32 Verbal versus physical violence 46:40 Extremist people 56:47 Participating in canceling by refusing to talk about it 1:00:50 Taking things to social media instead of talking about things privately 1:04:25 Being held accountable for what we say 1:07:20 Self-censorship   Links: Cory’s Website | https://www.coryjclark.com/ Cory Clark’s Twitter | https://twitter.com/ImHardcory Psyphilopod Podcast | https://bit.ly/3mUpeAP The Antisocial Psychologist Youtube | https://bit.ly/3HsCgyY The AntiSocial Psychologist Blog | https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-antisocial-psychologist   Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at https://www.curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at http://organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at http://createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Self-Awareness, Trauma, Healing, Self-Love, Relationships   Summary: Today I'm joined by my dear friend and founder of Rising Woman, Sheleana Aiyana. In this episode we explore the importance of becoming aware of your patterns in relationship, where they came from and ultimately, how to transcend them to become “the one” you seek. Have you ever felt like people leave you for the exact same reason or that you date the same type of person… Every. Single. Time? These patterns are something that need to be acknowledged if we want to understand ourselves better and call in the healthy relationship we crave – both with ourselves and with another. Sheleana Aiyana is the founder of Rising Woman, a growing community of more than 3 million readers. Her training and immersion in couples facilitation, inherited family trauma, family systems, conscious relationship, somatic healing, and plant medicines inform her holistic approach to seeing relationships as a spiritual path. More than 30,000 women in 146 countries have taken her flagship program Becoming the One.   Discover: The effects of media on how we view relationships & how it encourages our addiction to chaos Why we tend to numb our pain & how we can start being aware of it Why we should normalize (and celebrate!) the mundane parts of relationships  00:00 Intro01:26 Becoming the One03:30 Media affecting our views on relationships07:41 Ignoring old beliefs and working on your own patterns12:52 Why we numb our pain21:19 Trusting love again & healing24:59 How your childhood experiences affects your behavior now27:38 Awareness of old patterns32:00 How being vulnerable can inspire others34:28 How we actually block love from coming our way37:01 Learning how to love healthily 41:16 Normalization of boredom in relationships   Links: Sheleana Aiyana | Instagram  Rising Woman | Instagram Rising Woman | Facebook Rising Woman | Website Becoming the One: Heal Your Past, Transform Your Relationship Patterns, and Come Home to Yourself   Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Marriage, Love, Relationships, the Cinderella Complex, Breakups Summary: Today I'm joined by the wonderful duo that is Beau Nelson and Shannon Heth, authors of Cinderella, You Bitch: Rescue Your Relationships from the Fairy-Tale Fantasy. In this episode, we speak about our society’s obsession with having a fairytale love story and happy endings. As kids, we’ve all heard the story of how Cinderella or other fairytale princesses found their prince charming, got married, and lived happily ever after, giving us unrealistic expectations of how relationships should be when we become adults. Listening to this episode will help you see the reality of a being in a relationship and how you can create the ending you desire. Shannon Heth is a marketing and communications specialist who crafts creative strategy and stories for global brands. The president and founder of public relations agency Milk Creative Communications, her client work has appeared in The New York Times, Vogue, Bon Appetit, and the Los Angeles Times. An accomplished storyteller, Shannon has also penned a number of articles for newspapers and magazines. She lives in Vancouver, BC with her two young sons. Beau Nelson is a creator. As an internationally recognized celebrity makeup artist he has worked with women like Kristen Stewart, Zoe Kravitz, Christina Hendricks, and Iman. As a photographer/director, he has collaborated with legendary brands like Chanel, Tom Ford, Dior, Violet Grey, and Chantecaille Cosmetics. And as a multi-passionate creative, he’s been involved in countless other artistic endeavors from fragrance development, to songwriting, to visual art. Beau has spent years studying and practicing principles of personal transformation and lives in Los Angeles, California. 00:00 Intro01:30 Cinderella, You Bitch05:56 The fairytale trap10:01 Being responsible versus taking responsibility12:19 Separating reality from fantasy15:36 Stop finding happiness in other people19:00 Sometimes breakups are a good thing22:58 The problem with idolizing weddings & marriage29:01 Problematic language used to describe love32:57 Getting out of the fairytale trap39:53 The magic of starting conversations with strangers46:34 Acknowledging your feelings & celebrating yourself   Discover: The reason why so many of us live with a “Cinderella complex” and how we can get out of this fairytale trap Why Shannon and Beau think breakups are a good thing The importance of celebrating your achievements and recognizing your feelings   Links: Shannon Heth | Instagram  Beau Nelson | Instagram Cinderella, You Bitch: Rescue Your Relationships from the Fairy-Tale Fantasy   Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Relationships, Conflict, Patriarchy, Individualism, Sexuality, Masculinity Summary: Today I'm honoured to welcome Terry Real back on the podcast. An internationally recognized family therapist, speaker, and author, and the founder of the Relational Life Institute (RLI), Real has worked with thousands of individuals, couples, and fellow therapists to help people create the connection they desire in relationships. His groundbreaking, bestselling book, I Don’t Want to Talk About It: Overcoming the Secret Legacy of Male Depression, established him as one of the most respected voices in the treatment of men and male depression and his expertise on men’s mental health and relationship issues have been featured on Good Morning America, The Today Show, 20/20, The Oprah Winfrey Show and in The New York Times, among many others. In his practice, Real works with couples on the brink of disaster; he sees how individualism and patriarchy poisons our most intimate relationships. The excellent news: warmer, closer, more passionate relationships are possible if you have the right tools. In Terry's new book, US: Getting Past You and Me to Build a More Loving Relationship, he shows people how to stop working on themselves as individuals and start working on their relationship as a couple.   Discover: How to move beyond your traumas and stressors and shift from thinking in terms of me and you to a different consciousness - the consciousness of us How patriarchy poisons our intimate relationships What's happening in your body when you're activated in conflict — plus scripts to help you move beyond your knee-jerk reactions and into your wiser, more collaborative self What's really behind defensiveness How men are programmed to squash what is most needed in their intimate relationships: vulnerability   Links: Check out Terry's first episode on the Mark Groves Podcast: The End of Women Caretaking Men terryreal.com US: Getting Past You and Me to Build a More Loving Relationship   Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Relationships, Non-Monogamy, Polyamory, Sexuality, Communication Summary: The Multiamory Podcast was created by Emily Matlack, Dedeker Winston, and Jase Lindgren in 2014 to fill the lack of voices about polyamory who were young and accessible to a modern audience. They were also tired of hearing all the same old, traditional, sometimes toxic dating advice. After years of creating episodes, connecting with listeners, and growing an amazing community, they have broadened their own views on relationships and are now helping people in a wide variety of relationship formats from polyamory, to monogamy, to Relationship Anarchy. Emily, Dedeker, and Jase believe in looking to the future of relationships, not maintaining the status quo of the past. They value ethics over tradition, and believe that a healthy world is one where everybody has agency in their relationships. Today, with three and a half million podcast downloads and a rapidly growing community, they are dedicated to providing the best possible transformational information, including new research, practical communication tools, a diverse group of guest experts, and more.    Discover: Different types of monogamy (yes, they exist!) The variety of ways that non-monogamy is practiced How Emily, Jase and Dedeker came together as a triad and some of the challenges they faced What do to if you’re in a monogamous relationship and want to explore non-monogamy Links: www.multiamory.com Instagram: @multiamory_podcast Twitter: @Multiamory  Patreon: patreon.com/multiamory  Polysecure by Jessica Fern Multiamory Relationship Radar   Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Relationships, Dating, Self-Worth, Attachment Theory Summary: So excited to have Violet Benson, aka the Meme Queen, on the show today! Violet hosts the incredibly popular podcast, Almost Adulting (previously known as Too Tired To Be Crazy) and is most known for her viral brand, Daddy Issues, which has caught the attention of many celebs and over 5 million followers over the years. The Almost Adulting podcast is one of today’s most popular mental health podcasts, using humour and heartfelt advice to prompt candid conversations about mental health and wellness. It features public figures peeling back their personas to divulge their “inner demons," and I myself had the pleasure of being on the show recently. I enjoyed our conversation so much that I knew I had to have Violet on the podcast, so here we are!  Discover: How a toxic workplace inspired Violet to create her viral page, @daddyissues How Violet transformed her relationship with her father How we deal with haters and rude comments as public figures Our thoughts on shows like Love is Blind and the Bachelor Violet's attachment style and her personal dating struggles Links: Almost Adulting Podcast Check out my episodes on Almost Adulting - Pt 1 and Pt 2 Instagram: @almostadulting, @violetbenson, @daddyissues   Sponsors: Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Depression, Addiction, Fulfillment, Health, Healing Summary: Joe Sheehey is the Founder and CEO of the leading cannabinoid wellness brand, Cured Nutrition. As a former NASA contributing aerospace engineer, he led much of his life doing what he was “supposed to." Now, he is committed to pushing boundaries and changing the narrative around cannabis to contribute to a future of health that looks much different than the past. Discover: How the pain of misalignment and doing what he was "supposed to" led Joe down a path freckled with anxiety, depression, substance abuse and suicidal attempts What gave Joe the push to leave his comfortable job and follow his passion Joe's mission to de-stigmatize cannabis and educate users on its benefits Links: Instagram: @curednutrition CURED is extending an exclusive offer to you, my listeners. You can try any of their products for 20% off by visiting curednutrition.com/createthelove and using coupon code CREATETHELOVE at checkout.   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Relationships, Monogamy, Polyamory, Communication, Psychedelic Medicine, Sexuality Summary: Today I'm honoured to be joined by the man, the myth, the legend: Aubrey Marcus. Aubrey is the founder of Onnit, a lifestyle brand based on a holistic health philosophy he calls Total Human Optimization.  Aubrey also currently hosts the Aubrey Marcus Podcast, a motivational destination for conversations with the brightest minds in athletics, business, mindset and spirituality with over 35 million downloads on iTunes. He regularly provides commentary to outlets like Entrepreneur, Forbes, The Tim Ferriss Show, and The Joe Rogan Experience. He has been featured on the cover of Men’s Health, is the host of the Fit For Service Fellowship, and is the author of the NYT Bestselling book Own The Day, Own Your Life from HarperCollins.   Discover: Being yourself at the cost of belonging Aubrey's journey into polyamory and the lessons he learned from his experience in an open relationship How Aubrey's relationship developed with his now wife, Vylana, and how they make monogamy work for them Tips and practices for deepening intimacy and keeping the “honeymoon phase” alive Aubrey's thoughts on marriage and 'til death do us part'   Links: Instagram: @aubreymarcus Aubrey Marcus Podcast | How To Prepare For True Love with Aubrey & Vylana Marcus Fit for Service Untrue by Wednesday Martin, PhD Sex at Dawn by Christopher Ryan and Cacilda Jetha   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Relationships, Marriage, Divorce, Religion, Masculinity, Intuition, Health Summary: I met today's guests through my partnership with Organifi and upon hearing their story, I knew I had to have them on the podcast to share it with you! Chase + Mimi were childhood sweethearts and married in their early 20’s. After 3 years they actually separated and divorced, never thinking they would see each other again. They both hit physical, emotional, mental and spiritual rock bottom in 2017-18. Call it Source, the universe or divine intervention — after 3 years of intense self development and personal epiphanies, their new lives crossed paths organically and six months later Mimi was officially moving in with Chase to start 'Part 2’ of their relationship. Now Chase + Mimi host The Medicin Podcast and are passionate about helping people proactively create deep, healthy, passionate partnership supported by healthy + conscious lifestyles. Discover: Chase and Mimi's journey from high school sweethearts to married couple, to divorced for three years and back together again How Chase and Mimi's religious upbringing influenced their idea of how a marriage "should" look an ultimately contributed to their split Why we get scared when our partners step into their full power and expression The problem with having expectations whether they be in relationships, with health or at work What to do when your partner isn't interested in growing How to know if you should stay in a relationship or leave Links: themedicin.com Instagram: @mimi_themedicin @themedicinpodcast @the_chasen_one  Uplevel your immune system with Chase & Mimi's mushroom supplement, Immune Intel!  What Femininity Wants with John Wineland - the Mark Groves Podcast Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Spirituality, Personal Growth, Addiction Recovery, Psychedelic Therapy Summary: Today’s episode is with someone I've had the pleasure of listening to for years, now — an incredible teacher with so much insight. Luke Storey, formerly a celebrity fashion stylist, is a motivational speaker and thought leader who has spent the past 23 years relentlessly searching the world over to design the ultimate lifestyle. Using The Life Stylist Podcast as his delivery platform, Luke share his strategies for healing, happiness, and high-performance living each week to inspire people worldwide to transform their mind, body, and spirit. His show covers an ever-expanding range of topics including sex and relationships, yoga, meditation, smart drugs, health myths and medical conspiracies, spirituality, mindfulness, health food and supplementation, herbs and alternative medicine, and digs deep into biohacking technologies and tactics. Discover: Luke's personal experience with substance abuse and why he considers his history of addiction a gift Luke's thoughts on the meaning of life, reincarnation and karma How to honour and integrate inner spiritual work and outward material pursuits  Luke's thoughts on altered states of consciousness, psychedelic therapy and plant medicine Links: www.lukestorey.com Instagram: @lukestorey The Life Stylist Podcast (check out my episode here and Luke's episode on addiction recovery and psychedelics here.) Are you ready to block harmful blue light, and look great at the same time? Check out Gilded By Luke Storey and use code MARKGROVES10 for 10% off! Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Epigenetics, the Mind, Subconscious Beliefs, Self Love, Human Potential Summary: Sitting down with today’s guest has been a long-time dream of mine, and I feel so honoured to be able to share this conversation with you. Bruce H. Lipton, Ph.D., cell biologist and lecturer, is an internationally recognized leader in bridging science and spirit. In this episode, Bruce talks about perception as the primary mechanism that controls biology, and I can promise you you're in for a fascinating episode! Bruce was on the faculty of the University of Wisconsin’s School of Medicine and later performed groundbreaking stem cell research at Stanford University. He is the bestselling author of The Biology of Belief, The Honeymoon Effect, and co-author with Steve Bhaerman of Spontaneous Evolution. In 2009, Bruce received the prestigious Goi Peace Award (Japan) in honor of his scientific contribution to world harmony. Discover: Bruce’s groundbreaking stem cell research that helped create the modern science of epigenetics (i.e. the idea that how you see life is how your biology will respond) How 95% of the time we operate from the subconscious beliefs that were programmed in childhood The impact on your life, relationships and biology when these programmed beliefs are critical and unsupportive How to discover what subconscious programs you’re running Three practical ways to reprogram your subconscious mind to replace the disempowering beliefs and begin living a happier and healthier life Links: Visit www.brucelipton.com Instagram: @brucelipton Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Relationships, Attachment Theory, Polyvagal Theory Summary: I know you're going to be pumped about today's guest because her last appearance on the podcast was one of my most listened to episodes ever! Back by popular demand is Sarah Baldwin, a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and Trauma Coach trained in Polyvagal interventions and on the training team at the Polyvagal Institute. In Sarah's previous episode, she brilliantly broke down Polyvagal theory (i.e. how the autonomic nervous system works) and briefly touched on the intersection of Polyvagal theory and attachment theory. Today, Sarah's back to dive deeper into how these two theories work together subconsciously to inform the way we relate to and connect with others. Discover: How a lack of a secure attachment with our primary childhood caregivers results in the development of insecure attachment styles in order to cope and find safety How the Autonomic Nervous System works and becomes dysregulated as a brilliant and beautiful way to self protect The relationship between who you choose as a partner as an adult and how you were related to in your childhood experiences Steps to regulate your nervous system and create secure attachment within your adult relationships Links: Listen to Sarah's first episode: The Nervous System Explained Follow Sarah on Instagram for regular supportive teachings Sarah offers small group programs, online courses and workshops. Sign up for her email list to get exclusive support, offers and her free workbook "How to Gain Control Over How You Feel" or visit her website at sarahbaldwincoaching.com. Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Clitoral Anatomy, Cosmetic Genital Procedures, Medical Misinformation   Summary: Despite labiaplasty being one of the fastest-growing medical procedures in the past two decades, detailed clitoral anatomy has been largely missing from medical literature and curricula. Horrifying, right? My guest today is Jessica Pin, who is an advocate for the correction of medical misinformation about vulvas after experiencing a labiaplasty gone wrong at the age of 18. Jessica has since launched into advocacy and has successfully had eight major medical textbooks update their content, with 15 more considering to future updates. She has also published a cadaveric study with plastic surgeons, convinced OB/GYNs to publish a cadaveric study, and effected changes in OB/GYN and plastic surgery board certification, standardized consent forms, and residency curricula. She holds a degree in Biomedical Engineering from Washington University in St. Louis.    Discover: Jessica's story of a botched labiaplasty at 18 years old and being gaslit and dismissed by medical professionals How this experience led her to become an advocate for the inclusion of detailed clitoral anatomy in medical literature and curricula Why clitoral anatomy isn't covered in medical literature The surprising lack of training standards for female cosmetic genital surgeries The biggest misconceptions in female anatomy   Links: Follow Jessica on Instagram at @jessica_ann_pin TikTok: @jessica_ann_pin Sign Jessica's petition to get nerves of the clitoris into the American College of OB/GYN curriculum here. Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Relationships, Couples Therapy, Personal Growth, Communication, Conflict Resolution   Summary: Today’s guest is not only a good friend, but an excellent teacher in the space of romantic relationships whom I’ve had the honour of watching grow as both a human and coach. Nick Solaczek is an IMAGO Relationship Coach and one of my go-to recommended coaches to help people discover a more fulfilling experience of being in romantic relationship. He works internationally with individuals and couples who want to take their life and their relationships to the next level.   Discover: Why you keep having the same fights over and over again — and how to transcend the pattern Practical scripts for moving through conflict with your partner using IMAGO dialogue framework The five things that are necessary for safety within a relationship Why we’re often attracted to our opposite in romantic relationships   Links: Follow Nick on Instagram at @nicksolaczek Visit his website here: nicksolaczek.com   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Holistic Health, Integrative Nutrition, Health Coaching   Summary: Today I'm joined by Jim Curtis, who serves as the Institute of Integrative Nutrition’s business and community leader. I wanted to bring Jim on the podcast to chat about the launch of IIN’s epic Health Coach Training Program, which I have the honour of teaching in among 95 of the world’s leading experts in health and wellness! This school has had an incredible impact over the last 30 years and is on a mission to transform the world through a ripple effect of health and happiness. If you've ever felt called to coach others to experience personal transformation, this episode is for you!    Discover: How IIN helped pioneer integrative health coaching 30 years ago A holistic approach to what it means to be "healthy" Why our healthcare system is seriously broken A peek into the Health Coach Training Program curriculum and what sets it apart!   Links: In honour of its 30th anniversary, IIN has lowered its tuition price, and when you mention my name, you'll receive an additional 25% off ($1,500) plus lifetime access to the course. Visit the link below to take the Health Coach Training Program sample class and sign up! https://www.integrativenutrition.com/aff-sample-class?rectype=affiliate&affid=0014X00002LN8OmQAL&utm_channel=Affiliate&utm_medium=IINDirect&utm_source=MarkGroves&utm_campaign=SampleClass Instagram: @nutritionschool   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Relationships, Dating, Patterns, Family Systems, Core Wounds   Summary: Recently I had the honour of hosting a webinar on relational patterns (and how to change them) with one of the top psychologists in the game, Vienna Pharaon. Vienna is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing out of New York City and is an absolute master at helping people identify their relational patterns, where they came from and ultimately, how to change them. I wanted to share this Q&A with you so you can hear other's stories and perhaps identify parts of your own within them.   Discover: How to stop comparing your current partner to your ex Why you may choose people who are hot and cold or find you "hard to love" How to stop obsessing over your ex, their current partner and why they didn't commit to you How to navigate opposite-sex friendships while still honouring your relationship Why you may consistently choose jealous or controlling partners   Links: Use the code CREATETHELOVE to get $50 off Vienna's Origins of You course. This is an online 5 week self study course that every human should take if you want to be in the driver seat of your own life! Follow Vienna on Instagram at @mindfulmft   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes:  Expansion, Personal Growth, Liberation, Authenticity, Boundaries   Summary: Today you get a very special solo episode that I'm so pumped for you to hear! Recently I was asked to give a talk to the community over at Almost 30, which is one of the Top 50 Podcasts globally — and for good reason! Co-hosts Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik have created an amazing, inclusive platform to fuel conscious evolution and I had SO much fun giving this talk that I knew I had to share it with you. I was definitely in the zone for this one!   Discover: Exactly what is required for expansion  How to become the authority of and feel in charge of your own life How to navigate when authenticity and self-expression threaten belonging What it means to truly be healed from a trigger The beauty in boundaries and using your voice   Links: Almost 30 Podcast Instagram: @almost30podcast   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes:  Inner Peace, Spirituality, Authenticity, Sovereignty, Intuition   Summary: Shannon Kaiser is a world-renowned spiritual and self-love teacher, speaker, and empowerment coach whose work I have admired and followed for many years. A bestselling author of five books on the psychology of happiness and fulfillment―including her new book Return to You: 11 Spiritual Principles for Unshakable Inner Peace― she guides people to awaken and align to their true selves so they can live their highest potential. Shannon has been named among the “Top 100 Women to Watch in Wellness” by MindBodyGreen and “your go-to happiness booster” by Health magazine. She’s also been named one of Entrepreneurs "Must-Follow Instagram Accounts for Inspiration" and" Top Facebook Accounts for Daily Motivation" by MindBodyGreen. In this episode, Shannon invites us into a loving space of self-inquiry in order to return to our true selves and remember who we really are beneath the layers of conditioning, limiting beliefs, fear... All. The. Things.   Discover: How to cultivate inner peace in an increasingly chaotic world Unhooking from fear and becoming an active participant in your life, aka your sovereign self How to move beyond the need for external validation and the freedom that is available there How to gracefully navigate change and surrender to what is Concrete ways to commit to your self-growth and expansion   Links: Connect with Shannon at playwiththeworld.com Follow Shannon on Instagram at @ShannonKaiserWrites Check out Shannon's new book, Return to You: 11 Spiritual Principles for Unshakable Inner Peace Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Codependency, Empathy, People-Pleasing, Self-Abandonment, Over-Functioning   Summary: In all of the years I have been doing this work and the thousands and thousands of messages I receive, codependency is by far one of the biggest issues I see. Over-functioning, over-delivering, people pleasing and ignoring your own needs? I’ve definitely been there! That’s why this week, I’m re-releasing one of my most popular episodes EVER to break down what exactly codependency is and how to break free from this unhealthy behavioural pattern.  In this episode I’m joined by my dear friend and all around bad-ass Terri Cole who is a New York based licensed psychotherapist, relationship and empowerment expert, best-selling author and co-creator of the Crushing Codependency course. I cannot speak highly enough of Terri's expertise in this space and am so excited to dive deeper into this incredibly important topic. If you have ever wondered whether you are empathic or perhaps have some traits of codependency, you cannot miss this show!   Discover: The signs and symptoms of codependency Why this behavioural pattern manifests The consequences of codependency throughout childhood, single life and long term relationships   Links: Click here to sign up for the Crushing Codependency waitlist. Instagram: @terricole Boundary Boss by Terri Cole   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Marriage, Relationships, Commitment, Divorce, Trust, Intimacy   Summary: One night during his divorce, Matthew Fray started a blog. He needed to figure out how his ex-wife went from the 18 year old college freshman who adored him to the angry woman who thought he was a jerk and left him. As he pieced together the story of his marriage and its end, Matthew began to realize a hard truth: even though he was a decent guy, he was a bad husband. As he shared raw, uncomfortable, and darkly humorous first-person stories about the lessons he’d learned from his failed marriage, his post – “She Divorced Me Because I Left Dishes By the Sink” — was read over four million times. Now, his book, This Is How Your Marriage Ends: A Hopeful Approach to Saving Relationships, is set to release this month. Filtered through the lens of his own surprising, life-changing experience and his years counselling couples, the book exposes the root problem of so many relationships that go wrong to help partners identify and address relationship-killing behaviour patterns in their own lives. I am so excited to have Matt on today to dive into it all!   Discover: Why most relationships or marriages come to an end (even if we’re still in love) The subtle ways we erode trust in our relationships Two foundational habits you can focus on to build more trust and intimacy within your relationship What it means to validate your partner   Links: This Is How Your Marriage Ends: A Hopeful Approach to Saving Relationships by Matthew Fray Matt's Blog - Must Be This Tall to Ride   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove House of Wise Co. | Use code CREATETHELOVEBOGO to get one free box of gummies when you buy one box at houseofwise.co Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Health, Holistic Healing, Relationships, Transformation, Connection to Self   Summary: Today's episode is all about exploring the inner healing journey and how to uncover layers of conditioning so you can be finally be present with your true self, your intuition, and the innate wisdom that already exists within you.  I'm joined by my fiancé and Zura Health Co-founder Kylie McBeath and Meg Crockett. Meg is a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach and is the Coaching Program Director & a Community Steward at Zura Health, in addition to working with clients 1:1. Meg is interested in deepening understanding and education on the true root causes of modern day illness, as well as freeing individuals from the pervasive societal programming that's keeping us sick, small, and disempowered.   Discover: Why health is so much more than just the physical and how trauma and unhealed emotional wounds impact our physical bodies How the familial, cultural, ancestral and generational systems we live in or grew up in affect our health in all ways Uncovering the root cause of symptoms for sustainable change Why ditching toxic relationships is key in healing physically, emotionally and energetically How taking small, simple steps towards better health inevitably leads to a cascade of great, big change   Links: Join the Zura Health Coaching Certification Program! Enrolment ends March 25th, 2022. Instagram: @zurahealth   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove House of Wise Co. | Use code CREATETHELOVEBOGO to get one free box of gummies when you buy one box at houseofwise.co Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Body Image, Mindset, Self-Love, Transformation, Self-Sabotage, Infidelity   Summary: Drew Manning is a fitness trainer, motivator, New York Times best-selling author, and creator of the Fit2Fat2Fit movement where he shares the lessons learned from his personal experiences of gaining and losing over 75 pounds. I've been following Drew's work for a while now, and am so excited to have him on the podcast. His message extends well beyond health and fitness, and has empowered millions of people from all over the world with a healthy mindset, greater self-love, and empathy for those around them.   Discover: What inspired Drew to gain and lose over 75 pounds (on purpose, twice!) and his key takeaways from these experiments How to approach your health and fitness goals from a place of self-love instead of 'hating yourself to skinny' Why most people lose motivation and give up on their health goals Simple practices you can incorporate into your daily routine to help you stick with your goals in moments of discomfort Drew's experience of divorce, porn addiction and growing up in the Mormon community   Links: fit2fat2fit.com Instagram: @fit2fat2fit Check out my Rediscover Your Wholeness course as mentioned in this episode The Fit2Fat2Fit Experience Episode 100: Life After Porn, Affairs and Lies   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Self-Love, Self-Worth, Shame, Forgiveness, Boundaries, Self-ReflectionSummary: This week I'm bringing my good friend, author, speaker and coach Sylvester McNutt back on the podcast to chat about the often abstract topic of self-love. WTF does loving yourself even mean, anyway? What does self-love look like, and more importantly, why does it really matter? If you've asked yourself these questions, then firstly, you're not alone. And second, this episode is for you! Grab a mug of something delicious, settle in and get ready to take charge of your worth.Discover: What self-love actually means (Hint: it's not just bubble baths) The importance of investigating where shame shows up in your life and what it has to do with self-love How to assess your behaviours and habits from a space of compassionate curiosity instead of criticism  What self-love looks like after a breakup Boundaries as an act of self-love When being selfish is a good thing The importance of the language you use during self-talk Links: Loving Yourself Properly by Sylvester McNutt III sylvestermcnutt.net Instagram: @sylvestermcnutt Free Yourself with Sylvester McNutt | The Mark Groves Podcast Sylvester McNutt Extended - It's Complicated | The Mark Groves Podcast   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: The Subconscious Mind, Limiting Beliefs, Personal Growth, Identity, Ego, LiberationSummary: This week I’m thrilled to have Peter Crone, AKA the Mind Architect, join me on the podcast for mind-blowing episode. Peter works with everyone from world-class athletes to stay-at-home parents to redesign the subconscious mind. We exist within limiting mental constructs that dictate our thoughts, feelings, actions, and the results we experience, and Peter helps people and groups step outside of the world as they know it by identifying mental constructs that have been holding them back. Peter’s work explores the fundamental issues that affect us all to foster a deeper understanding of our common humanity. Peter is a writer, speaker, and thought leader in human awakening and potential.Discover: Why we repeatedly subscribe to limiting beliefs  How to recognize where you’re holding yourself back Peter’s number one tip for accessing more joy and liberation A helpful mantra to reconcile your past and let that shit go! Links: petercrone.com Instagram: @petercroneofficial   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Sobriety, Addiction, Authenticity, Resentment, Belonging   Summary:  Laura McKowen is the bestselling author of We Are The Luckiest: The Surprising Magic of a Sober Life and the forthcoming sobriety manifesto, Push Off From Here. Following a long, successful career in the Mad Men-esque drinking culture of advertising, Laura got sober and quickly became recognized as a fresh voice in recovery, beloved for her soulful and irreverent writing online and in print. She has been published in The New York Times and her work has appeared in The Guardian, The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, the Today show, and more. In 2020, Laura founded The Luckiest Club, a global sobriety support organization.   Discover: Our individual experiences of sobriety Our thoughts on the current state of affairs and why we’re so divided as a collective The problem with “keeping the peace” and why speaking your truth is the ultimate invitation to expansion What’s really behind feelings of resentment and how they often lead to addictive behaviours   Links: We Are the Luckiest: The Surprising Magic of a Sober Life  lauramckowen.com  The Luckiest Club  Instagram: @theluckiestclub Listen to my first episode with Laura here   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove House of Wise Co. | Use code CREATETHELOVEBOGO to get one free box of gummies when you buy one box at houseofwise.co Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Relationships, Commitment, Integrity, Intimacy, Relationship to Self   Summary:  This week we’re diving further into the topic of commitment with a special episode straight from my Mine’d Liberated Love series with my love and partner, Kylie McBeath. Having recently gotten engaged, I wanted to share this conversation where we explore common fears around commitment and how to navigate what comes up for you as you explore deepening the agreements of your relationship.   Discover: Questions to ask yourself to uncover why you may resist commitment Commitment to self as the foundation to commitment within a relationship Why being committed doesn’t have to mean a loss of freedom How to bring up your fears around commitment with your partner in a way that builds safety, intimacy and connection   Links: Mine'd Liberated Love Series Explore Kylie's Offerings Kylie's Instagram Finding Your Soul in the Darkness - Podcast with Francis Weller The Alchemy of Initiation Audio Recordings by Francis Weller   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Relationships, Commitment, Uncertainty, Self-Worth, Self-Compassion, Self-Acceptance   Summary:  I remember when I was afraid to get engaged in my twenties, someone told me I was just afraid of commitment. That as a man, it was normal. I wasn't supposed to run towards love, but rather just surrender — as if it was some sort of life sentence I would need to learn to tolerate. All of that couldn't have been more wrong. I wasn't afraid of commitment — I was afraid that love would hurt me. Join me this week as I explore my thoughts on commitment, marriage, getting feedback, having compassion for yourself and what it means to trust yourself in love.   Discover: What may be behind your fear of commitment Why trusting love means trusting yourself Why your partner shouldn’t be your ‘everything’ My tips on how to give and hold feedback How relationships are your invitation to expansion   Links: Download the Mine'd app now! The Nervous System Explained with Sarah Baldwin Healing Our Nervous System with Nicole Lohse Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Love, Courage, Awareness, Relationships, Ego, Curiosity   Summary:  Ready to reconnect with your spiritual self? Well you’re in luck, my friend, because today one of my favourite teachers joins us to share some of the potent wisdom that has helped me on my journey of expansion over the years. Danielle Laporte is a member of Oprah’s Super Soul 100, the creator of The Heart Centered Membership and author of The Desire Map, The Fire Starter Sessions, and White Hot Truth. There are currently 350+ Heart Centered Facilitators running her programs in 24+ countries and her podcast, With Love, Danielle, ranks in iTunes’ Top 10 for wellness with over 1 million downloads. Named one of the “Top 100 Websites for Women” by Forbes, over 5 million people a month visit DanielleLaPorte.com.    Discover: Why you are not your feelings Tools for reflective and heart-led living How to begin listening to your heart Why community is the antidote to ego The power of courage and curiosity   Links: Heart Centered Facilitator Program - Teaching tools for resilience + reflective living to empower the people you serve. 30+ exercises, workshop outlines + business support for your work in the world. For coaches, counsellors, team builders, teachers, wellness professionals, and idealists of all kinds... Heart Centered Membership - Find solace. Build resiliency. Spiritual practices for self + collective healing. Join a community of seeking humans who want to create change through self-awareness and service. Danielle LaPorte is offering vetted esoteric tools for dissolving the obstructions to love and compassion. Cleanse, relate, and create the conditions for healing.  Luca Fogale Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove House of Wise Co. | Use code CREATETHELOVEBOGO to get one free box of gummies when you buy one box at houseofwise.co Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Dating, Relationships, Narcissism, Red Flags, Gaslighting   Summary:  Our relationships and how happy we are within them has a powerful influence on our health, wellbeing and quality of life. In fact, in the Harvard Study of Adult Development which tracked the health of 268 sophomores over a period of 80 years, those who were the most satisfied in their relationships at age 50 were the healthiest at age 80. Surprise, surprise: close relationships are what keep us going and are better predictors of long and happy lives than social class, IQ or even genes. With that in mind, I wanted to interview relational alchemist Stefanos Sifandos on the important topic of narcissism so you can feel more empowered as you navigate dating and your relationships in general. This episode is a sneak peek into Week Four of my Dating 101 course, so if you're ready to dive into the deep work of relational awareness and set the stage for heart-led, fulfilling relationships, head to datingisdope.com now to sign up!   Discover: The root of narcissism or narcissistic traits and why this personality disorder/way of relating manifests Why those with narcissistic traits are attracted to those who are empathic, highly-sensitive and/or codependent  How to identify narcissism and the red flags to look for Empowering tips to diffuse the power of a narcissist    Links: Dating 101 Instagram: @stefanossifandos Check out Stefanos’ new book Tuned In and Turned On: Bring Conscious Sexuality & Sacred Connection Into Your Life and Elementum Coaching Institute    Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Polyvagal Theory, Attachment Theory, Trauma, Nervous System Regulation, Relationships   Summary:  Sarah Baldwin is a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and Trauma Coach trained in Polyvagal interventions and on the training team at the Polyvagal Institute. She specializes in somatic trauma healing; attachment work, inner child work and nervous system regulation and I'm so excited to share her insight with you. In this episode, Sarah breaks down the brilliance of the nervous system so we can move out of dysregulated states and become the active operators of our lives.   Discover: The incredible protective force within each of us – the Autonomic Nervous System – and how this brilliant system functions to protect us from threat and danger What is happening in the body when stored traumas and/or an insecure attachment style informs the way we show up in the present moment Why a dysregulated nervous system is a primary marker for unhappiness in our lives Tips to self-regulate and move from being in fight/flight/freeze/immobility or shut down Co-regulation and why it's so important!   Links: sarahbaldwincoaching.com Instagram: @sarahbcoaching Sign up for Sarah's email list to get exclusive support, offers and her free workbook "How to Gain Control Over How You Feel" Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Psychology, Mass Formation, Groupthink, Belonging   Summary:  The psychology of individuals is interesting, and how individual psychology is influenced by groups, media, marketing and fear is an area I’m going to continue to explore. It’s like family systems but muchhhhh larger. And much more complex. Yet still simple in the narrow ways we respond when afraid — thanks to evolution and our amygdala.This is why I’M SO EXCITED that I got to interview Mattias Desmet! He is a Professor of Clinical Psychology at Ghent University in Belgium with a masters degree in statistics. As an academic researcher, Mattias started to study the statistics presented around the current events in early 2020 and it became clear to him that the stats needed further exploration and discussion, as did how we were approaching it psychologically.Mattias joins me to share his expertise in a phenomenon known as "mass formation," a kind of collective hypnosis that occurs under certain societal conditions. WOW. What an incredible exploration that I thoroughly enjoyed. I hope this episode gives you deeper context for our current situation and makes you a feel less alone as you navigate today's climate.   Discover: The psychological process of "mass formation" and how it relates to current events The four specific conditions in society that when fulfilled simultaneously, lead to groupthink The surprising reason people continue to buy into a consensus narrative The most efficient strategy you can adopt to help shift the narrative   Links: Mattias Desmet's Research Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Transformation, Awareness, Relationships, Breakups, Self Worth   Summary:  Today’s guest slid into my DM’s with a story of transformation so inspiring that I had to have her on to share her experience. Right before the pandemic, Diana Davis Dyer left her nine year relationship with her fiancé. With plans to be married in May 2020, she felt they were both individually functioning in darkness and that a "forever" like that was terrifying. Having never sat down to decide what kind of future and family she wanted, Diana felt so unsure of who she was and where she was going that a commitment so concrete scared her and prompted a life-changing decision to leave her relationship. After moving out and living with a friend for six months, Diana discovered my work and completed my seven day Relationship Starter Course (formerly Relationships 101) and in Diana's words, "It changed me. It let me RE-WRITE and RE-CREATE my narrative. In those days and the days after, I returned to love. And on his own, my partner did too. We came back together (with lots of work that is never-ending), got married in January 2021, and our love now is stronger, way more fun, deeper and brighter. While an immense bout of heartbreak and pain was inflicted on both of us during those 6 months, what came out of it was worth it. I wouldn't change leaving for a heartbeat, because it wouldn't have lead to this amazing love we now have." If you've struggled with a similar situation, aren't sure what you deserve or haven't sat down and thought about the love and the life you want, this episode is for you. I love for people to hear other’s stories of growth so we can see not only what’s possible for ourselves, but how to get there. I hope this episode plants a seed of hope or possibility and inspires you to keep going down the path of becoming all of who you are.   Discover: Why Diana called off her engagement and the inner work she did to facilitate a reunion with her partner How to trust yourself, your innate wisdom and your journey The power of honouring your heart, choosing yourself and the self-worth that follows How painful experiences are necessary on our path to growth The importance of uncovering the narratives that run our lives to understand why we are the way we are and why we choose what we choose   Links: Relationships Starter Course: A seven-day deep dive into a better understanding of relationships. (Formerly Relationships 101) Dating 101: A four week course to work on your relational awareness and get into alignment with your dream partner Instagram: @dianadavisdyer Check out Diana's directorial debut JANE: A short film about an assassin that witnesses a violent act at a motel and gives the victim a chance to exact revenge. Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Nutrition, the Microbiome, Relationships, Health + Wellness   Summary:  Mary Shenouda is a highly sought-after performance chef and specialist with clients including both professional athletes and Hollywood entertainers. Shenouda is also the creator and founder of Phat Fudge, a high-performance food line of her own formulation. After almost two decades suffering from debilitating “mystery” illnesses that doctors seemed unable to explain and prescription drugs failed to solve, Mary took matters into her own hands. Devoting years of dogged, personal research into the foods she was putting into her body, Shenouda decided to change the way she ate and was able to reverse her condition within months. This new lease on life would lead her to abandon a career in tech and start a performance-focused, private chef and consulting practice. Working with a team of nutritionists, doctors, physical therapists, and performance technologies, Mary is able to identify and curate the specific nutritional needs, for a diverse roster of high-performing clients.  Having done her Gut Reset program three times myself, I wanted to have Mary on the show to discuss the gut, human performance and the link between nutrition and good relationships. How does the food we feed our body affect emotional regulation and our overall wellbeing? Join me as we explore the mind-gut connection and how to embrace your health goals in a compassionate way.   Discover: How your relationships influence your GI health An approach to health and wellness based on self-compassion Mary’s gut reset protocol to promote lower inflammation, better sleep and improved digestion How Mary healed her coeliac disease through food and lifestyle changes The series of events that led to Mary leaving the corporate world and becoming a private chef   Links: paleochef.com Phat Fudge Instagram/Twitter: @paleochef  7 Day Gut Reset Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove House of Wise Co. | Use code CREATETHELOVEBOGO to get one free box of gummies when you buy one box at houseofwise.co Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Emotional Wellness, Mental Health, Sexuality, Societal Conditioning, Identity, Motherhood, Divorce   Summary:  Meet Amanda Goetz, my good friend and founder of House of Wise. I’m always inspired by what is born from the space of pain, which is why I wanted to have Amanda on to share her story. Raised in a conservative Midwest home, Amanda is a former group-fitness instructor, marathoner, and overall health nut. Over the past few years, she has navigated a divorce while being a mom of three children and working as a VP at a major wedding industry brand. Amanda turned to CBD out of desperation, and it changed her life. What she has created from her challenges is incredible and I hope her conversation inspires you as it did me.   Discover: Amanda’s story of divorce during the pandemic and how her personal exploration into cannabis products led to a new business How Amanda is working to change the stigma and shame associated with cannabis products Amanda’s ritual for switching from ‘Mom mode’ to ‘date mode’ and the importance of allowing your different identities to co-exist How our cannabinoid system works and the way House of Wise’s CBD products are created to ensure your body and mind get the most out of every drop (or bite) The importance of intentional self-care and its profound correlation with self-worth   Links: House of Wise Co. | Use code CREATETHELOVEBOGO to get one free box of gummies when you buy one box at houseofwise.co Instagram: House of Wise + Amanda Goetz   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Fun, Technology, Social Media, Relationships, Behavioural Addiction    Summary:  I discovered Catherine Price’s book, How to Break Up With Your Phone, during the height of what I like to call my “technology breakdown” this September. My relationship with my phone and Instagram was creating a lot of anxiety and resentment and discovering this book was the message I needed to explore and regain control in my relationship to technology. Dubbed “The Marie Kondo of Brains” by The New York Times, Catherine Price is an award-winning science journalist and speaker and the author of books including The Power of Fun: How to Feel Alive Again, and How to Break Up with Your Phone. She is also the creator and founder of ScreenLifeBalance.com, which is dedicated to helping people learn how to scroll less and live more. Her work has appeared in publications including The Best American Science Writing, The New York Times, O: The Oprah Magazine, Los Angeles Times, San Francisco Chronicle, The Washington Post Magazine, Slate, Men's Journal, Self, and Outside, among others.    Discover: How our phones are deliberately designed to trigger the release of dopamine and ultimately contribute to addictive behaviours The profound negative effects of our devices on intimacy and relationships with other people The importance of fleeting interactions on our wellbeing  How to create space from technology and what to do with that space How to harness the power of fun to balance the negative effects of screen time   Links: HowtoHaveFun.com ScreenLifeBalance.com Instagram: @_CatherinePrice Twitter: @Catherine_Price Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove House of Wise Co. | Use code CREATETHELOVEBOGO to get one free box of gummies when you buy one box at houseofwise.co Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Technology, Social Media, Presence, Connection   Summary:  Ever feel powerless to the powers of your phone and technology? I certainly have, and over the past few months, my relationship with tech has left me feeling more depleted and anxious than ever. So much so that I recently took my first break from Instagram in seven years! This much needed space allowed me to discover how to relate to my phone and social media on my own terms, and this journey led me to discovering the Light Phone. I was fascinated by this genius idea and the company behind it creating products "designed to be used as little as possible." Say what?! Joining me today is the Light Phone co-founder Kaiwei Tang. After meeting his business partner, artist Joe Hollier, at in a Google experimental program in 2014, this product designer helped create a smartphone alternative that promotes peace of mind and intentional use. Whether you need a break from your smartphone for the weekend or you're ready to ditch it for good, the Light Phone changes how you experience your time.   Discover: How tech companies profit from our time, attention and data and how The Light Phone is disrupting this industry The effects of constant digital stimulation and the profound benefits users have experienced from "going light" How to regain control in your relationship with your smartphone The ways we distract and numb ourselves with technology and how the Light Phone is helping people reconnect with themselves, others and the present moment   Links: The Light Phone Instagram: @thelightphone   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove House of Wise Co. | Use code CREATETHELOVEBOGO to get one free box of gummies when you buy one box at houseofwise.co Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Breathwork, Inner Power, Physiology, Cold Therapy, Trauma, Stress Management   Summary:  "Just BREATHE, mother-f@&*er!" Join me in this fiery conversation with 'The Iceman', nicknamed so for breaking a number of records related to cold exposure including: climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in shorts, running a half marathon above the Arctic Circle barefoot, and standing in a container while covered with ice cubes for more than 112 minutes. In this episode with the legendary Wim Hof, we passionately explore the power we each hold to not only heal ourselves from within, but to control our physiology through will, breathwork and cold therapy. Get ready to have your mind blown and your inner fire ignited as we explore how to tap into your potential and unlock the multitude of benefits of the Wim Hof Method.   Discover: Wim's powerful, accessible and scientifically endorsed method for improved energy, mood and cognitive function How to tap into the power we each hold within to heal and move through trauma or blockages How to shift our entire physiology and influence the immune, lymphatic, vascular and nervous systems using breath and cold therapy The simple technique to unlock your deepest potential and become the master of your emotions   Links: Are you interested in learning the Wim Hof Method? Visit www.wimhofmethod.com for workshops, online courses and more, or download the Wim Hof Method app for free in the Google or Apple store Instagram: @iceman_hof Youtube: @wimhof1 Scientific Discoveries Iceman VICE Documentary   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove House of Wise Co. | Use code CREATETHELOVEBOGO to get one free box of gummies when you buy one box at houseofwise.co The Cold Plunge | Use code Createthelove for $150 off your first order at thecoldplunge.com Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Healing, Transformation, Relationships, Betrayal, Infidelity Summary: Buckle up, friends, because in today’s episode we’re taking you on a ride. I have been consistently impressed with today’s guest and I was so inspired by her story that I had to have her on the podcast to share it with you. For comedian and content creator Manon Mathews, comedy is life. It took more than luck for her hilarious antics on Vine to open the door for her career. Years of routinely embarrassing herself, improv classes, some stints as an amateur standup comic, unrelenting dedication, and a life-altering night out that forced her to change her ways—that’s what set her on the path to manifesting her dream life.  Join me and Manon as she shares her story of a whirlwind romance, the betrayal that shattered her reality and the incredible transformation that followed.    Discover: The importance of honouring your intuition and trusting energy The lessons and growth that can come from infidelity and betrayal   Links: Instagram: @manonmathews & @manonfestation Twitter: @manonmathews TikTok: @manonmathews   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Conflict, Communication, Relationships, Personal Responsibility, Parenting   Summary:  This week I’m joined once again by the brilliant Jayson Gaddis. Jayson is an incredible author, relationship expert and coach who teaches the one class we didn’t get in school – “How To Do Relationships.”  Jayson leads one of the most in-depth and comprehensive relationship educational programs and trains relationship coaches all over the world. He’s also the host of The Relationship School Podcast with over 5 million downloads and published his first book, Getting to Zero, in October 2021.   Discover: The number one thing we can do to better manage and move through conflict Tools and techniques to master communication under stress How the rupture and repair cycle builds security in an relationship over time How to model healthy conflict and repair for our children   Links: Getting to Zero jaysongaddis.com relationshipschool.com Instagram: @JaysonGaddis YouTube: @JaysonGaddis   Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Fulfillment, Sobriety, Grief Summary: They say when the student is ready, the teacher arrives, and that was most certainly the case with this week’s guest, Gangaji. I discovered Gangaji’s teachings in the depths of my recent breakup and her words sparked a profound journey deep within me. As a teacher and author, Gangaji meets with seekers from across the globe and in all walks of life. She shares her direct experience of the essential message she received from her teacher Papaji and offers it to all who want to discover a true and lasting fulfillment. Through her life and words, she powerfully articulates how it is really possible to discover the truth of who you are and be true to that discovery. Discover: The truths that dwell in stillness The call to sobriety How to take responsibility for your narrative Links: Website: gangaji.orgMonthly Online Meeting: Live with Gangaji Sponsors: Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove House of Wise Co. | Use code CREATETHELOVEBOGO to get one free box of gummies when you buy one box at houseofwise.co Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Personal Responsibility, Self-Realization, Subconscious Programming   Summary: This week's guest is Rachel Fiori, MSOT and Mystical Therapist. For over 23 years, Rachel has empowered individuals, couples, high-profile people, and coaches across the world to reach a level of mastery in their lives. She strategically teaches how to let go of painful mental, emotional, behavioural, and inner child programs through self-realization so her clients can be free from suffering, create sacred relationships, and fulfill their life’s potential.   Discover: The importance of acknowledging our divinity Why radical responsibility is key to healing the deeply embedded programs that often run our lives How examining our own programming affects systemic change Manipulation vs. conscious intention Links: Instagram: @rachel_fioriWebsite: The Masters of Self University Sponsors: Organifi | Visit organifi.com/createthelove to receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE! Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards   Create more love by visiting: createthelove.com @createthelove @createthelovecards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Quantum Philosophy, Medicine, Health Freedom, Harmony, Biology, Nature, Culture, Anthroposophy    Summary:  Our inherent connection to the natural world is in a state of disharmony and Dr. Nathan Riley, who refers to himself as a recovering OB/GYN, joins us in this episode to talk about his experiences practicing within the constructs of the Western medical model, why he left, and how he pushes back against the template approach to human health + standardized medical intervention. Dr. Riley treats the whole being in order to facilitate an elevated, expansive, and embodied life (and a good death).    Discover:  The problem with the Western medical model's one-size-fits-all, template approach. Birthing practices, medical convenience, and coercion in “corporate” medicine. Death, rebirth, and ancient wisdom. Embracing the beauty of our natural death experience. Re-harmonizing with + reconnecting to the natural world.    Links IG: @nathanrileyobgyn Tiktok: @nathanrileyobgyn Website: www.BelovedHolistics.com  End of episode reference: Dr. Stan Grof   Sponsors: Organifi | Visit organifi.com/createthelove to receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE! Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards   Create more love by visiting: createthelove.com @createthelove @createthelovecards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Self-Discovery, Societal Expectations, Individuality, Accountability, Repression Experienced teacher, writer, and speaker, Rainier Wylde takes us on a journey of the human experience and his struggles with finding his true self. Rainier also shares how society conditions us to wear a cloak of dishonesty, and how we can dissolve the daily illusion we live and learn to be our true selves.  Discover:  Deeper understanding of the human experience.  You have to be a SELF in order to be in relationships with others.  What fuels us to repress individuality.  What comes next when the mask comes off and it’s time to face your true self.  The basement of shadows and how it helps to dismantle your reality to find yourself.  Links IG: @rainierwylde Website: https://www.rainierwylde.com/ The Rope, an 8-week transformational experience of discovering self, building mastery, and encountering profound connection. A community of brothers becoming strong individuals in relationship to others, a leveling up, and a sense of freedom. Current Rope experience is May 4 - June 22.  Sponsors: Organifi | Visit organifi.com/createthelove to receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE! Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Create more love by visiting: createthelove.com @createthelove @createthelovecards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Death, Breakups, Relationships, Boundaries, Learning to Let Go, Self-Reflection, Relational Endings Death. Learning to let go. It’s easier said than done. You didn’t fight hard enough for this relationship.  These are words and phrases that haunt us when we shift towards a new phase of our lives, whether it’s professionally, romantically or both.  When we find ourselves at the end of a relationship we often feel that we need to fight so we can preserve the relationship. We feel that we need to give that extra push to preserve the love that once was. But what if...the best way to fight for the relationship is to let it go? What if...the best way to honour each other is to honour yourselves first?  When we find ourselves at these crossroads where do we go? What do we need to do to move on and grow?   Discover:  How we mistake letting go with giving up.  Letting go of people, behaviours, patterns that are not in alignment is a superpower. Relationships are a potent invitation to your expansion and growth.  We’re not honouring our worth when we don’t show up.  Love is meant to teach us, to prepare us for connection that is within our highest alignment.  Sponsors: Organifi | Visit organifi.com/createthelove to receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE! Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Create more love by visiting: createthelove.com @createthelove @createthelovecards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Breathwork, Shamanic Healing, Transformation, Spiritual Awakening   Anahata Ananda blends the compassion and tenderness of an Angel and the wisdom and strength of a Shaman to guide profound journeys of core healing and spiritual awakening. As a Certified High-Performance Coach, Shamanic Healer and Soul Guide, Anahata has guided thousands of individuals through core life shifts, helping them to turn their life around and manifest the life of their dreams. Anahata is the founder of Shamangelic Healing, based in Sedona Arizona, where she offers life coaching, virtual workshops, group retreats, private healing sessions and online courses. She is also the host of the internationally acclaimed Shamangelic Healing Podcast.  Discover: Anahata’s passion for guiding people through their transformational journey of reclamation and relighting their fire.   Opening up our subconscious where we can see ourselves in our fuller potential through the Shamangelic healing. Accessing our natural state of joy and fully expressing ourselves as compassionate humans.  Free gift for our audience from Anahata: Free Guided Visualization for Balancing the Feminine & Masculine Within + 15% off Anahata's online Balancing the Feminine & Masculine Within course: https://shamangelic.pages.ontraport.net/FreeGift_MarkGroves  Sponsors: Organifi | Visit organifi.com/createthelove to receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE! Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Resources:  Website: ShamangelicHealing.com Instagram: @AnahataAnanda Facebook: facebook.com/ShamangelicHealing YouTube: youtube.com/ShamangelicHealing Create more love by visiting: createthelove.com @createthelove @createthelovecards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Relationships, Self Discovery, Accountability, Self-Care & Social Conditioning Jennifer is a hairstylist, writer, podcaster, and mother who shares her courageous and transformative journey of self-discovery and accountability. Jennifer also shares the importance of running towards the chaos instead of running away from it, and the value of putting in the work. Discover:  Jennifer’s personal journey learning to face challenges head-on. Normalizing life’s beautiful struggles. Getting comfortable with being uncomfortable.  Links: Instagram: @hightide_mama Jennifer’s Podcast: High Tide - a podcast about brave individuals navigating life's waves and going beyond their comfort zones. Experience the Rediscover Your Wholeness course that transformed Jennifer's personal growth journey at Create The Love! Sponsors: Organifi | Visit organifi.com/createthelove to receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE! Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Create more love by visiting: createthelove.com @createthelove @createthelovecards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Career Fulfillment, Finding Purpose, Leadership, Identity, Personality Archetypes  Jonathan Fields is the mastermind behind the Sparketype assessment, which uses 30 million data points to help you discover your unique imprint, so you can become aligned with the work that makes you come alive!  Discover:  Why you feel burned out and uninspired by your career, and how a simple, unexpected shift can bring more meaning and joy back into what you do. How to reimagine your current work to feel more energized and inspired. Tapping your Sparketype to ignite a sense of purpose, excitement, and possibility. Links: Find Your Sparketype: https://sparketype.com Website: https://www.jonathanfields.com Jonathan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonathanfields Jonathan’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanfields1 Sponsors: Organifi | Visit organifi.com/createthelove to receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE! Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Create more love by visiting: createthelove.com @createthelove @createthelovecards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Identity, Othering, Restoring Our Humanity, Finding Your Center The world is in a state where the divisiveness cuts so deep that human beings are actually wishing death upon one another for not falling in line with a particular point of view. How did we get here?  Discover:  The issue of our resistance to discomfort and intellectual fragility.  Dehumanization in order to justify human rights violations. The crafty marketing via captured organizations driving “othering” and exclusion. Links: IG: @createthelove and @createthelovecards Website:www.createthelove.com  Sponsors: Organifi | Visit organifi.com/createthelove to receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE! Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Create more love by visiting: createthelove.com @createthelove @createthelovecards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Loving + accepting Transgender family members, Re-learning how to receive love, Radical Authenticity  Moe Ari is a licensed marriage and family therapist + reiki practitioner who brings the confluence of these worlds to his healing practice. Moe specializes in working with the LGBTQIA+ community and all people in pursuit of authenticity + self-awareness.  Discover:  Moe’s personal journey as a member of the Transgender community. Overcoming adversity in the quest for your authentic self.  The authenticity versus belonging dynamic. Links: IG: @loveoutproud Website:www.loveistranscendent.com  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/loveistranscendent  Sponsors: Organifi | Visit organifi.com/createthelove to receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE! Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards Create more love by visiting: createthelove.com @createthelove @createthelovecards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Unhealthy Comparison, Social Pressure, Individuality, Identity  Best-selling author, motivational speaker, and empowerment entrepreneur Melissa Ambrosini walks us through overcoming what she’s coined “comparisonitis,” a.k.a. the unhealthy and incessant self-comparison that stems from spending so much of our time in the digital landscape.  Discover:  The signs that you’re suffering from comparisonitis. Embracing your uniqueness and becoming genuinely happy. Getting clear on your own core values in order to heal from comparisonitis. Links: @melissaambrosini www.melissaambrosini.com http://comparisonitis.com/ https://twitter.com/Mel_Ambrosini https://www.facebook.com/MelissaAmbrosiniTribe ~~~ Your body is an amazing organic machine that can accomplish miraculous feats. But it needs the right fuel and signals to function at its best. Some of those signals include adaptogens which can help boost energy and help you return to a state of calm when you’re feeling stressed. Create The Love’s favourite source of adaptogens is Organifi!  Grab your Organifi at organifi.com/createthelove and receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE at the cart!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Self-Sabotage, Healthy Discomfort, Courage, Curiosity & Cancel Culture As a collective, we must exit our echo chambers, open our minds, embrace nuance, and return to curiosity & reasoned discourse.  Discover:  Practicing critical thought & becoming okay with the potential of being wrong Creating an environment where it’s acceptable to experience healthy discomfort  The intrinsic power of curiosity and the value of embracing nuance  Collective self-sabotage and how “cancel culture” has created an environment where discourse is viewed as an affront  In this episode, I sit down with globally recognised mindset coach Africa Brooke to talk censorship, collective self-sabotage, and how the success of humanity relies on the understanding that we must be capable of coexisting, which requires healthy, productive engagement with one another instead of forced homogeneity & conformity of thought. This is one of the most important podcasts you’ll listen to this year.  Links: IG: @africabrooke Website: africabrooke.com ~~~ Your body is an amazing organic machine that can accomplish miraculous feats. But it needs the right fuel and signals to function at its best. Some of those signals include adaptogens which can help boost energy and help you return to a state of calm when you’re feeling stressed. Create The Love’s favourite source of adaptogens is Organifi!  Grab your Organifi at organifi.com/createthelove and receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE at the cart!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Gratitude, Happiness, Success, Positive Psychology, Authenticity, Mental Health  Positive Psychology expert Robert Mack is one of the world's leading experts on the relationship between happiness and success. In this episode we discuss Robert’s own illuminations on healing from a life-altering event that completely shifted the course of his personal and professional trajectory + we get to the bottom of what blocks us from experiencing true peace, love, and joy in our lives. Discover:  How to avoid overwhelm with the infinite choices we’re faced with in our daily lives. Learning to experience ourselves in a state of presence resulting in effortless success. The transformation that manifests when we become rooted in beingness, planted in presence + grounded in gratitude.  Links: IG: @robmackofficial Website: www.coachrobmack.com Be sure to check out Robert’s new book Happiness from the Inside Out: The Art and Science of Fulfillment which provides a practical approach—born out of both personal experience + science—for living a happier, healthier, and wealthier life. Sponsors: Organifi | Visit organifi.com/createthelove to receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE! Create more love by visiting: createthelove.com @createthelove @createthelovecards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Attachment Theory, Attachment Styles, Dating, Relationships THIS IS IT! The Attachment theory podcast you’ve all been waiting for! Silvy Khoucasian is my personal go-to expert for attachment theory so sit back and let us guide you through all things attachment!  Discover: Attachment 101- New Course all about Attachment Theory and attachment styles Silvy’s background and expertise in Attachment Theory What your attachment style tendencies are and how you can change them to create secure stable relationships Links: https://createthelove.com/attachment  https://www.instagram.com/silvykhoucasian/  Sponsors: Organifi | Visit organifi.com/createthelove to receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE! Create more love by visiting: createthelove.com @createthelove @createthelovecards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Breathwork, Emotional Awareness Josh Trent is back by popular demand! Josh is the Founder of Wellness Force Media , host of the Wellness Force Podcast and the creator of the BREATHE: Breath & Wellness Program. Josh has spent the past 19 years as a trainer, researcher, and facilitator discovering the physical and emotional intelligence for humans to thrive in our modern world. This episode is for new AND seasoned breathwork practitioners!  Discover: The role pain plays in shaping our ability to deal with adversity  The power of using breathwork to regulate emotions in everyday life All about Josh’s program BREATHE, use code 'MARK' for 20% off!!!   Find more of josh at the following links! www.wellnessforce.com www.civilizedcaveman.com www.wellnessforce.com/iTunes www.youtube.com/wellnessforce www.facebook.com/wellnessF www.wellnessforce.com/group www.twitter.com/wellnessforce www.instagram.com/wellnessforce www.linkedin.com/in/joshtrent www.facebook.com/fitnessSD www.instagram.com/trent_SD www.facebook.com/CivilizedCaveman www.instragram.com/civilizedcaveman Sponsors: Organifi | Visit organifi.com/createthelove to receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE! Create more love by visiting: createthelove.com @createthelove @createthelovecards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Careers, Alignment, Professional development, Cathy Heller is your number one hype woman! Seriously I get so pumped talking to her. Cathy helps people find out what they truly love in life and then helps them find ways to get paid for it.  Discover: How to come back home to yourself and find out what you truly would like to do with your life How to hold your own wants as goals for professional and personal development What finding alignment with your professional life can do for your interpersonal relationships. Links: https://www.cathyheller.com/ https://www.instagram.com/cathy.heller/  ~~~ Your body is an amazing organic machine that can accomplish miraculous feats. But it needs the right fuel and signals to function at its best. Some of those signals include adaptogens which can help boost energy and help you return to a state of calm when you’re feeling stressed. Create The Love’s favourite source of adaptogens is Organifi!  Grab your Organifi at organifi.com/createthelove and receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE at the cart!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Values, Relationship to self, Boundaries, Self-love Join me on this gentle invitation to think about how you love and relate to your own self. What do you value? What do you hold sacred when venturing outside of yourself to love another? If self-love is ultimately about the choices we make, do you love your choices? ~ Discover: The process of processing grief Why checking in with yourself is important Nurturing mental and emotional health What is self love? Sitting with yourself and listening, "What this pain asking of you?" Betrayal of self How to have reverence for yourself What does sacredness mean to you? Sponsors: Organifi | Visit organifi.com/createthelove to receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE! Create more love by visiting: createthelove.com @createthelove @createthelovecards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themes: Male emotions, Masculine vs feminine communication, Anxious attachment, Breakups Bryan Reeves is a writer, educator and coach specializing in the male experience within relationships. Bryan is an expert in troubleshooting emotional expression and you're going to want what he has to say!  Discover: The male emotional experience and how men were traditionally expected to show up in relationships What men AND women can do to take responsibility for how we communicate with each other Bryan’s new book “Choose Her Everyday Or Leave Her” Links: https://www.instagram.com/bryanreevesinsight/  https://bryanreeves.com/  https://www.tiktok.com/@bryanreevesinsight?lang=en ~~~ Your body is an amazing organic machine that can accomplish miraculous feats. But it needs the right fuel and signals to function at its best. Some of those signals include adaptogens which can help boost energy and help you return to a state of calm when you’re feeling stressed. Create The Love’s favourite source of adaptogens is Organifi!  Grab your Organifi at organifi.com/createthelove and receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE at the cart!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Wineland is a speaker and teacher who leads men and women in the practices of embodied masculine leadership, spiritual intimacy and sexual polarity. John’s embodiment-driven teachings draw from over 30 years of experience of his own Buddhist meditative practice, as well as 10 years of intensive study and practice with renowned Yogic Intimacy teacher, David Deida. Listen in as John unpacks the roles that masculinity and femininity play in our lives. John is a master teacher who navigates this space like no other. You’re going to want to hear his new paradigm of how masculinity can inform what action needs to take place in order for more freedom and love to be experienced in a relationship. I’ve admired John’s work for years, incorporating many of his teachings into my personal journey. You can find out more about John via the following links. ~ Discover: What is authentic masculine and feminine energy? How do the masculine and feminine act in nature? (Structure vs. Flow) The recipe for presence How to dismantle pain and how it liberates us The collective grief for men How we lost permission to access anger The path for men to reconnect to their feelings How non-verbal communication can co-regulate the nervous system What women really need ~ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_wineland/  YouTube: www.youtube.com/johnwineland  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnWineland1/  Webstite: www.JohnWineland.com ~~~ Your body is an amazing organic machine that can accomplish miraculous feats. But it needs the right fuel and signals to function at its best. Some of those signals include adaptogens which can help boost energy and help you return to a state of calm when you’re feeling stressed. Create The Love’s favourite source of adaptogens is Organifi!  Grab your Organifi at organifi.com/createthelove and receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE at the cart!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does the science say about finding and creating health relationships? This week I dive into the science on dating and love with behavioral scientist turned dating coach, Logan Ury, who is also the author of the incredible book How To Not Die Alone. Not only is Logan a dating and relationship science ninja, she's also the Director of Relationship Science at the dating app Hinge where she leads a research team dedicated to helping people find love. You're not going to want to miss her brilliant and practical insights on how to create the love. #seewhatididthere Find Logan at www.loganury.com on Instagram. ~ Discover: What makes a great relationship? Dating blindspots The "romanticizer", the "maximizer" and the "hesitater" The Disney and Rom-Com paradox The happily every after fallacy The life partner vs. the prom date How to improve your dating habits How are you showing up? Why we don't use discernment in dating The drug of love How to not die alone ~~~ Your body is an amazing organic machine that can accomplish miraculous feats. But it needs the right fuel and signals to function at its best. Some of those signals include adaptogens which can help boost energy and help you return to a state of calm when you’re feeling stressed. Create The Love’s favourite source of adaptogens is Organifi!  Grab your Organifi at organifi.com/createthelove and receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE at the cart!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why do we have such a hard time stepping towards love and/or surrendering into it? Why do we sabotage relationships with people who actually want to love us? In this episode, I welcome back one of your favourites, Dr. Alexandra Solomon. She is an absolute relationship wizard and we discuss what gets in the way of love and why. We explore how to navigate the delicate space of relationships and take responsibility for ourselves, and invite our partner to take responsibility for themselves. You're not going to want to miss this wisdom-packed episode. Buckle up. ~ Discover: Why we don't touch the depth of grief and pain Noticing and exploring patterns are necessary to create shift Why do we hesitate talking about our feelings Name your pain Taking in feedback and healthy shame How to deepen relationships How to move through shutting down Relational is change cemented when... Why acknowledgment is so critical How to love bravely   ~~~ Your body is an amazing organic machine that can accomplish miraculous feats. But it needs the right fuel and signals to function at its best. Some of those signals include adaptogens which can help boost energy and help you return to a state of calm when you’re feeling stressed. Create The Love’s favourite source of adaptogens is Organifi!  Grab your Organifi at organifi.com/createthelove and receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE at the cart!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I am so excited to welcome Dr. Jay Bhattacharya on the podcast. He is a Professor of Medicine at Stanford University and directs Stanford’s Center for Demography and Economics of Health and Aging. Dr. Bhattacharya’s recent research focuses on the epidemiology of COVID, including the lethality of COVID infection and effects of lockdown policies.  Listen out for:  The ideas behind pandemic plans, and why Dr. Bhattacharya says lockdowns will be viewed as the single biggest public health mistake in all of history. Why public health officials' had the wrong approach by focusing on controlling all infections (or cases) in the population, rather than focusing on how to protect those most at risk.  The psychological, socio-economic, and physical effects that infection control/ lockdowns have had on individuals and communities.  Learn more about the Collateral Global project and connect with Dr. Bhattacharya on LinkedIn.  ~~~ Your body is an amazing organic machine that can accomplish miraculous feats. But it needs the right fuel and signals to function at its best. Some of those signals include adaptogens which can help boost energy and help you return to a state of calm when you’re feeling stressed. Create The Love’s favourite source of adaptogens is Organifi!  Grab your Organifi at organifi.com/createthelove and receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE at the cart!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I am so excited to share an amazing conversation from a Live webinar I hosted with one of my best friends, Vienna Pharaon. Vienna is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of New York, practicing out of NYC. Vienna received her Master of Science in Marriage & Family Therapy from Northwestern University and trained extensively at The Family Institute, Bette D. Harris Center.   In this episode we dive deep into dating, red flags, narcissism, unavailability, self-worth and so much more. Grab your pen and paper—this episode is dynamite!  Find more about Vienna's work here, and be sure to follow her on Instagram @mindfulmft. ~~~ Discover: Dating Q&A with Vienna Dating dynamics and red flags Why don't they text me back? If you loved yourself would you respond this way? Signs of green flags What is love bombing? Narcissism, gas lighting and discarding Why we are drawn to people who wound us Emotional familiarity, trauma bonding, and healing How to touch the wound differently The conversations we don't want to have are the exact thing we need for alignment Why we are drawn to avoidant people? How to heal the chasing Why you need to tune in to yourself How to take your power back Your body is an amazing organic machine that can accomplish miraculous feats. But it needs the right fuel and signals to function at its best. Some of those signals include adaptogens which can help boost energy and help you return to a state of calm when you’re feeling stressed. Create The Love’s favourite source of adaptogens is Organifi!  Grab your Organifi at organifi.com/createthelove and receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE at the cart!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I wanted to share some thoughts on taking responsibility for our relationships. When we begin to understand things like our unconscious biases, explore the programs we were raised with, and recognize the BS of what we've been taught relationally — we are presented with a choice. We can choose whether or not we want to do the work, sit with the hard stuff, and become the best version of ourselves. Expansion is readily available to us... will you choose it? ~~~ Discover: Perspectives of the world of those who are "lucky" and those who are "unlucky" The unconscious programs that are running the show Healthy inquiry, self-responsibility and self-awareness Expansion and the cocoon Where your worth comes from Explore the depths of who you are with grace and compassion Progress and transformation and stepping into a new space The beauty of repair Take responsibility for the way you relate Life is hard, AND we can change From victim to victor Life is hard, AND you can change Owning your sh*t   Your body is an amazing organic machine that can accomplish miraculous feats. But it needs the right fuel and signals to function at its best. Some of those signals include adaptogens which can help boost energy and help you return to a state of calm when you’re feeling stressed. Create The Love’s favourite source of adaptogens is Organifi!  Grab your Organifi at organifi.com/createthelove and receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE at the cart!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you honour transitions? Are you able to sit in the space of expansion? Can you fly off the edge and trust? This week's episode is a personal life update. I share what life has felt like lately, moving cities, and how I've been navigating both change and uncertainty while continuously being called back to the present moment.  ~~~ Discover: How to be more present and slow down through change and grief Sitting with yourself is a gift How to navigate through life transitions Pay attention to the subtle nudges Can you sit in the space that your soul has drawn you to and just trust? Imposter syndrome is a sign you're on the right path Can you have courage and let yourself arrive?   Your body is an amazing organic machine that can accomplish miraculous feats. But it needs the right fuel and signals to function at its best. Some of those signals include adaptogens which can help boost energy and help you return to a state of calm when you’re feeling stressed. Create The Love’s favourite source of adaptogens is Organifi!  Grab your Organifi at organifi.com/createthelove and receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE at the cart!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I think it’s absolutely fascinating that a lot of the things we might be healing today… are not actually ours. You may have heard the words generational trauma, intergenerational trauma and collective trauma before – but what do they mean? How does this impact a person’s relational patterns, expansion, intimacy or growth? I am so excited for you to experience this week’s episode with the brilliant Dr. Mariel Buqué, a Columbia University-trained Psychologist, Intergenerational Trauma expert, and sound bath meditation healer. Her work focuses on the advancement of culturally responsive therapeutic practices that affirm the lived experiences of Black & Indigenous People of Color (BIPOCs). Her clinical work centers on healing wounds of intergenerational trauma, holistic mental wellness, and centering indigenous healing practices. We discuss the ways intergenerational trauma forms, caring for ourselves in a holistic way, healing from emotional wounds and how to transition into a liberated version of Self. Head here to find Dr. Mariel Buqué's work and learn about the the Soul Healing Collective –a community space she created for people to heal together, as she believes in the liberation of both our minds and of oppressive systems as necessary qualities of our collective wellness. Be sure to connect with @dr.marielbuque on Instagram as well.  ~~~ Discover: The things we are looking to heal today are actually not ours Looking at inherited trauma The connection to the gut microbiome, trauma and mental health Challenging western science and psychology How hollistic and ancestral practices help us feel grounded and connected Why we hang on to our limitations - the undercurrent of safety Safety vs. certainty How trauma effects nature vs. nurture Epigenetics, stress and resilience Sound bath meditations for inherited trauma How to hold compassion for trauma that isn't yours Finding wisdom inside your history The multi-dimensional approach to healing   Your body is an amazing organic machine that can accomplish miraculous feats. But it needs the right fuel and signals to function at its best. Some of those signals include adaptogens which can help boost energy and help you return to a state of calm when you’re feeling stressed. Create The Love’s favourite source of adaptogens is Organifi!  Grab your Organifi at organifi.com/createthelove and receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE at the cart!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I am honoured to welcome back Diego Perez onto the show. Diego Perez is a meditator, writer, and speaker who is widely known on Instagram through his pen name Yung Pueblo. His written works focus on the reality of self-healing, the movement from self-love to unconditional love, and the wisdom that comes when we truly work on knowing ourselves. Diego's practice of Vipassana meditation has given him a deeper understanding of liberation that inspires his writing. Through writing and speaking he aims to support the healing of the individual, knowing that when people release their personal burdens it helps humanity build a global peace. In this episode Diego shares how meditation practice is a profoundly transformative path, and his primary vehicle for growth, healing and freedom. We anchor into how to traverse serious transformation on both an individual and global level. How to dance in nuance, how to practice love in its purest form, and how to deepen our connections rather than our attachments. The name Yung Pueblo means young people; it serves to remind him of his Ecuadorian roots, his experiences in activism, and that the collective of humanity is in the midst of important growth. You can connect with Diego on Instagram @yung_pueblo, and find his  new book Clarity & Connection, here.  ~~~ Discover: The power of mediation and silent retreats "In silence is who you are." How silence can give you more than a college education How to hold space for different perspectives and truths How to deepen trust intimacy How 50% gives you success in relationships How impermanence is critical  How to return to circadian alignment How to create more balance in life and relationships Love in purest form How to deepen clarity and connection ~~~ Your body is an amazing organic machine that can accomplish miraculous feats. But it needs the right fuel and signals to function at its best. Some of those signals include adaptogens which can help boost energy and help you return to a state of calm when you’re feeling stressed. Create The Love’s favourite source of adaptogens is Organifi!  Grab your Organifi at organifi.com/createthelove and receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE at the cart!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I am so excited to welcome Jenny Sansouci onto the podcast! Jenny is the author of The Rebel's Apothecary: A Practical Guide to the Healing Magic of Cannabis, CBD, and Mushrooms. Jenny is a Certified Health Coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and has been trained by functional medicine doctor Frank Lipman, MD, in New York City. In this episode we discuss the various medical and wellness uses for cannabis and medicinal mushrooms. How they can enhance the lives of anyone living with pain, anxiety, depression, weakened immune system, insomnia, and more. We talk about the myths and stigmas associated with these powerful healing plants and fungi. We get into the research on psilocybin mushrooms, and share our personal journey’s — diving deep into the weird and beautiful blend of biological and spiritual facets. What starts off as a conversation aiming to deepen your understanding and respect for organisms that literally exist under our feet, quickly shifts to the understanding and expansion of human consciousness. Discover: Cannabis, psilocybin and chemotherapy  Healing modalities that academia is now supporting The benefits of Reishi, Maitake, Chaga, Lion's Mane and other medicinal mushrooms Censorship of natural modalities Looking at healing through a different perspective Questioning what we were taught in relationship How relationships are the gateway to the divine Depression: blunting the symptoms vs. getting to the root cause The beauty and wisdom inside nature The illusion of security "When you get the message, hang up the phone." Exploration vs. recreation Maybe there's another way Click here to grab your copy of The Rebel’s Apothecary. Download this free immune support chapter from the book, and be sure to follow @jennysansouci on Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I am excited to introduce you to the wonderful Taryn Bird, Senior Director of Social Impact, Kate Spade New York. She leads the social impact team, overseeing the company’s social enterprise initiative on purpose, philanthropic programs and corporate volunteering. In this episode, we discuss the importance of women’s mental health, the impact it has in today’s society, and the gaps in the women & girls empowerment space. We dive into being proactive about mental health and wellbeing, knowing that you’re not alone, and the unique considerations that are important to recognize among women-identified individuals. Taryn candidly shares her own experiences with mental health, post traumatic stress, loss, and healing. I am so excited to share this important conversation with you as part of Mental Health Awareness Month and Mental Health Action Day.  ~  Discover: The accessible mental health tools available to women, girls, and moms Current mental health statistic during covid Experiencing negative emotions The shocking KPI's of women who give The questions we are not asking enough The correlation between how much women give and their mental health How companies are putting resources in place to support mental health Mental health does not have to be dark Why feeling seen inside community is healing The pandemic after the pandemic Releasing control and welcoming the process Why filling your cup is so important but so easily forgotten "Post Traumatic Growth" Purpose and the connection to mental health Learn more about the Kate Spade New York Foundation here, and check out the Women’s Guide to Mental Health & Wellbeing. Check out Mine’d, an accessible way to support your mood and mental health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we welcome back Lacy Phillips, founder of To Be Magnetic, a global manifestation expert and speaker specializing in unblocking subconscious beliefs of unworthiness while expanding into alignment with what one is calling in. In this episode Lacy introduces us to Neural Manifestation - a concept backed by neuroscience, psychology, epigenetics and energetics, based on raising your self worth and stepping into your true authentic self. You'll learn how manifestation works, what blocks us, and how we can debunk superstitions or other childhood beliefs. Discover: Why the "think positive" model doesn't work Self-worth and deservingness is the law of attraction We are projecting from the subconscious beliefs from our childhood Understanding when you're doing the work but it doesn't happen, why? Negative feelings are the roadmap to what's blocking you "You don't change the memory, you change the emotional response to it." - Lacy Phillips Love and money are directly connected - their deepest connection is security What is your authentic code? Why must shatter the old relational model What is your true authentic self and how are you showing up in relationship? ~ Find more about Lacy and To Be Magnetic at www.tobemagnetic.com or on Instagram.To get 20% off the Love Bundle head to www.tobemagnetic.com/mark-groves and use code MARKGROVES20.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Brand is a pioneering entrepreneur and chef in the field of Social Impact and Community Development. Along with overseeing the 5 organizations under MB Inc, Brand leads his A Better Life Foundation in Canada, the United States, he is a Stanford fellow, Professor of Innovation and Design Thinking, and has served as executive chef for the American Refugee Committee and Pope Francis's Climate Challenge. Brand has recently been appointed to the United Nations Catalyst team focusing on food waste, poverty, and the impacts of current systemic structures on the most marginalized. At the root of everything he works on, his belief is that the solutions are all attainable with deep cooperation and the understanding there is no “Us and Them, only Us.” This transformative episode is one that can't be missed. Mark and I discuss poverty and how it affects all of us. Mark walks us through how we as individuals can take immediate steps towards eradicating poverty and becoming and activists in our own communities. ~ Discover: "The one vs. the one percent" The incredible things Mark Brand is doing to eradicate poverty What do you care about and why? Why volunteering and contribution will light you up Never stop following your inner guidance If the community is unwell, we are unwell. We have to sit in our grief because there is something powerful inside of it How socialization has caused us to dehumanized Ways you can show up for humanity Find Mark on Instagram, or at www.markbrandinc.com www.abetterlifefoundation.ca www.abetterlifefoundation.usSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back for a third time is the fantastic Terri Cole. Terri Cole is a licensed psychotherapist and global relationship and empowerment expert and this week she is here to talk all things BOUNDARIES! Terri breaks down her own definition of Boundaries and walks us through the 10 rules of her Boundary Bill of Rights outlined in her new Boundary Boss Book. Understanding and getting to know your boundaries is the first step toward getting to know the real you, and building a life that aligns. Start by asking yourself - where am I angry? Where am I exhausted? Where am I not talking my truth? Discover: What is a boundary and how to be a boundary boss How we have learned codependency and people pleasing Why do we say yes when we want say no Why checking off the boxes can still leave you empty What a boundary disaster looks like Becoming fluent in boundaries is a process of learning about yourself The "ok and not ok list" The "boundary bully" Compatibility and compliance Are your current boundaries getting you what you want? What you get by continuing to have disordered boundaries How to empower yourself by choosing differently The "boundary boss bill of rights" Find Terri's book at www.boundarybossbook.com and head to www.boundaryboss.me/ctl for your free gift.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back by very popular demand, we welcome Dr. Zach Bush. Zach Bush MD is a renowned, multi-disciplinary physician of internal medicine, endocrinology, hospice care and internationally recognized educator on the microbiome as it relates to human health, soil health, food systems, and a regenerative future. Once again - I want to premise with the fact that this conversation is a complex one, and not for the faint of heart. After having Zach on previously to discuss the worlds response to the Covid-19 pandemic, I wanted to bring him back to further divulge the medical systems response to the virus, primarily; the vaccination, the PCR test and the various strategies that were implemented to combat this virus - plus so. much. more. ~ Discover: Fear mongering and isolation decreases the immune system Why doesn't the government talk about strategies that promote health? The benefits of sunshine/vitamin D, sleep hygiene, nutrition, and fresh air for the immune system The no fear approach The genetic modification of humanity New facts about PCR tests How the innate immune system adapts naturally A fascinating study with Gonzaga University The statistics of comorbidities We have to work with nature, not against it Our bacteria is essential for our health What questions are we not asking about the human immune system We need to be in balance with Mother Earth, not in opposition to it Healthy soil is directly connected with healthy humans Viruses are genetic upgrades and we should not fear it Find Zach on his website www.ZachBushMD.com or on Instagram. To order Ion Biome head here and get a free travel bottle with purchase of a two month supply! If you want to subscribe, click here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steph Corker is my dear friend and the founder of The Corker Collective, a human capital consulting firm committed to everyone living their best life, integrated. She is passionate about potential and leading people towards personal transformation. In this episode we dive into how to bring out the actualized version of yourself in all areas of your life, specifically - in relationships and your career. Join us to learn how to change what is possible in your life so you can love every moment you experience. You will learn how to allocate your time in a way that generates the best version of yourself and raises the frequency of every experience you encounter. ~ Discover: The Corker Collective: Injecting heart beats into businesses  How are you showing up in work, life, relationships, and is it the same? The evolution of the workplace  To have a big life, you have to be willing to have big conversations The steps we can take to get who we want to be It's hard for toxicity to penetrate when you're connected to yourself What would the actualized version of you do? The resistance in going to the edge The consumer vs. the generator Slow down, you'll get there faster The five regrets of the dying, and what matters The "and" is always possible   Find Steph on Instagram or at www.thecorkercollective.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part 2 of the much anticipated conversation with my partner Kylie on our breakup is here. We dive deeper into the imperative work that was required of both of us to be able to re-enter into right relationship, together. Both Ky and I explore the necessity of the rupture, our wounding and how we healed. Join us for Part 2 of this emotional conversation that further explores so many crucial topics from Part 1. Expanding, unpacking and dismantling old frameworks around what we were taught about relationship. Letting go of what no longer served us, to invite reconciliation. ~  Discover: Relational patterns and dynamics What is buried underneath grief, loss and suffering The deep soul knowing that it's time to let go of your old self The key behind deep, meaningful relationships How suffering gives us a gift Support and community is vital during a breakup Examining and processing generational lineage/patterns "Man = mother until you do mother work" External validation vs. internal sourcing Why we soothe wounds with arousal Holding reverence for the feminine and mother earth What love truly means Find Kylie on Instagram or on her website https://www.kyliemcbeath.com/courses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we jam with Laurasia Mattingly about the power of mindfulness and meditation. Following the loss of her mother, Laurasia began exploring her own spirituality as a means of working through her grief to find peace in the uncertainty of life. Laurasia shares with us how meditation can transform our lives. Join us as we explore how we, through mindfulness and meditation, can overcome our stress and free up the space for us to deepen our relationship with ourselves and our intuition. ~ Discover: The beautiful power of meditation Can you sit with it? Start with mindfulness The power of presence Why is it difficult to hold so many feelings Joy vs. Happiness How softening your parameters makes everything easier Why life is delicious within this space Are you abandoning yourself? Loneliness vs. Alone Beauty is growing from where you are hurt The invitation to slowness Caring for your wounds (aka frequent visitors) What is essentialism Find more on Laurasia on her website www.laurasiamattingly.com or on Instagram. You can grab a copy of her book here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alejandra Proaño is an Anger Management Specialist and is the co-owner of Moose Anger Management. She directs Healing Anger, the program for women that now runs online and worldwide. She and her team specialize in individual, couple and group counselling work on anger and addictions. Alejandra holds a Specialization in Family Therapy, a Master’s in clinical psychology, a Master’s in Science and a Master’s in Literature. I am so excited to have Alejandra on this week for an extremely informative conversation on anger - how so many of us don't truly know how to express it or feel shame in the emotion. Anger is necessary to protect the integrity of individuals in a relationship; it represents the need for a boundary. Our capacity for a compassionate expression of our anger, is usually the result of past trauma and experience. Tune in to learn more! ~  Discover: Why we can't externalize anger What is underneath anger? What are you really feeling? Understanding cues in the body Understanding your own relationship to anger How anger can deepen intimacy and personal evolution The power of the collective anger Until we change, nothing changes. You can find more about Alejandra at www.healinganger.ca or on Instagram. Find her book here: https://healinganger.ca/product/healing-anger-ebook/.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode join me on my hike as I share my thoughts on the false sense of separation we have with the Earth, the disconnection we have with ourselves, and our worth.  The truth is hidden in plain sight, and we can all find it by being present, turning inward and taking radical responsibility for our self worth. We can’t wait for people to choose us. Otherwise we’ll always be waiting, because nobody wants the responsibility of our self worth. We model the love we want by the type of love we give. Make yours unconditional.  ~ Discover: Asking the questions: What are you ignoring? What does your body need? What does your soul crave? Why we get stuck in co-dependency and wrapped up in our wounds Boundaries are guide-posts to love and trust Why a baseline for grace, kindness, trust and respect is vital Expansion is hidden inside the frustrations and challenges See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you don't stand in the truth of what, you're not going to get what you want - pretty simple right? Whether or not we decide to talk about our truth, it will always still live inside you. Not honouring our truth leads to small betrayals, which usually become giant betrayals later on and typically we can look back and see where we betrayed ourselves initially in order to get there.  This week I share a personal story from my past where I self abandoned and didn't declare what I really wanted. The truth always sets us free, no matter how difficult it can be to say it.  ~ Discover: Why do we fear stepping into our truth? The dangers of staying in the comfort zone Why we self-betray and self-abandon in effort to keep connection Why we need to explore grief The two most important questions you need to ask yourself Small betrayals become giant betrayals later Where do you betray yourself? The power of claiming yourself See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stefanos Sifandos is a trained educator and relationship expert with a background in behavioral science. He is passionate about leading people closer to their highest potential and to each other. Join us this week for a deep dive into how to take the first steps towards seriously changing your life and the way you relate. Stefanos will walk you through the masculine perspective, shame spirals, and how to create space to heal and take the leap from the old you, to the new you. ~  Discover: The complexities of the human experience Why we need more quality strong men calling others forward Why owning your sh*t is healing Why men shame other men for showing their emotions What male emotion truly means (strength) Why we hang on to our identity Why we need to think of our parents as children of parents Why rock bottoms are often the best way we learn Why we need to get comfortable with uncertainty Why men need adventure back to the mystery How to hold space for others and yourself What would love do now? Find Stefanos on Instagram, or on his website www.growwithstef.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So excited to have Vanessa and Dené from the podcast Cheaper Than Therapy on this week! Dené is an Associate Psychotherapist in Los Angeles, a Registered Yoga Teacher and Mindfulness Coach. She specializes in offering tools for moving through anxiety, understanding our addictive patterns and communicating more effectively in our relationships. Vanessa is a Psychotherapist, Mindfulness + Codependency Coach. She brings her passion for Depth, Buddhist, and Yoga Psychology into her own life as well as in her work with her clients. She loves connecting with people while helping them connect to themselves, which usually includes helping them discover who that Self really is. Join us for a truth-filled conversation around dropping the therapy stigma, the finite nature of grief and death, and dealing with the anxieties and systems that have developed from the present state of the world. ~  Discover: Effects of lockdowns, isolation and removing community How resisting change only creates more resistance What is our part in the collective change? Pregnancy, motherhood and the need for community Being able to hold space and be curious during conflicting truths Why does our expansion aggravate others? Why it's important to stay curious Searching for the home vs. becoming the home The power of being witnessed The power of connection to soul, spirt and nature Find Vanessa and Dené and their podcast here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I am so excited to have Dr. Caroline Leaf back on the podcast! Dr. Caroline Leaf is a neuroscientist specializing in cognitive and metacognitive neuropsychology. Since the early 1980s, she has researched the mind-brain connection, the nature of mental health, and the formation of memory. She was one of the first in her field to study how the brain can change (neuroplasticity) with directed mind input. This week we chat about her new book, Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess: 5 Simple, Scientifically Proven Steps to Reduce Anxiety, Stress, and Toxic Thinking. ~ Discover: What is the main differentiator between mind and brain? Mind is the generator, brain/body is the responder The mind is 99% of who we are You can learn to control your mind, you are never stuck How do we deconstruct toxic thinking Awareness is the first step in healing How to handle acute traumas faster Triggers will always be there, it's about how you react to it What is neuro-cycling and brain building? How to be the observer of self How to perform a mental "autopsy" and change your life Who doesn’t want to learn how to do that?! Be sure to pick up a copy of her new book and find out more about Dr. Leaf online at www.drleaf.com or on Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are taught to place our worth in our monetary worth. Our relationship to money is one of the most important ones in our lives. We are constantly interacting with money, and yet we’re not taught about it in school! The subject of finances is considered one of the leading causes of divorce, so how do we navigate that subject in a way that deepens intimacy and builds a bridge rather than a wall? I’m excited to have returning guest, Selina Gray, who is a CPA and expert in managing and healing our relationship to money. Join us for an episode where dive into all the juiciness that money brings.If you’d like to sign up for our course, go to www.createthemoola.com and use the code createthemoola to save $50!You can find Selina on Instagram, on her website https://selinagray.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Resmaa Menakem is a Healer, New York Times Best-Selling Author, and Trauma Specialist. He helps people, communities, and organizations find strength in healing that is holistic and resilient. He helps people rise through the suffering’s edge. He is a cultural trauma navigator, a communal provocateur and coach. I first heard Resmaa on my friend Jayson Gaddis' podcast, and I was completely inspired and transformed. After reading his novel My Grandmothers Hands, I knew I needed to have him on this show. This conversation on racialized trauma will transform you, educate you, and move you. You do not want to miss this one. In Resmaa's words, "Moving from race to culture to creation is important, transformative, and takes work. And a lot of reps." Find more about Resmaa and his work here. To find the Energetic Justice course I spoke about during this episode, head here.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most people don't realize that their frustration with people who aren't available has a lot to do with their own unavailability. In this special episode I discuss 3 questions from my audience and how to handle their relational challenges. Why might we be holding on to or daydreaming about an ex? Why can't my partner fully commit or tell me they love me? How do I know the difference between settling and committing? These are important and complex questions that so many of us are struggling with. Tune in to learn more! ~ Discover: Why do we choose unavailable people? How we self-sabotage "Why do you stay in prison when the door is so wide open?" - Rumi How relationship is going to invite you to step into a new version of you Sacred union will show up when you treat yourself as sacred. What does the word "love" mean to you? Your worth doesn't live in the validation of someone else Avoidant and anxious attachment ~ Sign up for my newsletter here Follow me on Instagram | @createthelove Follow me on Facebook | @createthelove Check out my Youtube channel | @markgrovestv ~  Cured Nutrition | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% all products at curednutrition.com/createthelove Organifi | Use code CREATETHELOVE for 20% off all products at organifi.com/createthelove Create the Love Cards | Use code CTLCARDS15 for 15% off at createthelove.com/cards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I am SO excited to introduce you to the incredible Seth Godin. Seth is the author of 20 books that have been bestsellers around the world and have been translated into more than 35 languages. He’s also the founder of the altMBA and The Akimbo Workshops, online seminars that have transformed the work of thousands of people.He writes about the post-industrial revolution, the way ideas spread, marketing, quitting, leadership and most of all, changing everything. You might be familiar with his books Linchpin, Tribes, The Dip  and Purple Cow. His book, This Is Marketing, was an instant bestseller around the world. In this episode, we speak about Seth's new book The Practice: Shipping Creative Work, and the premise behind it. We dive into the steps required to take action, let go of what other people have laid out for you, and find passion and creativity in the work you do. ~ Discover: How to find your voice What nervousness really means The magic of the creative process is that there is no magic, it's a process If you don't feel like an imposter, you're not trying hard enough The formula: earn trust, solve problems, and be consistent  Why 1,000 true fans is the most important thing to focus  The details and process inside "the work" There is no such thing as "writers block" Find more about Seth and his books at www.sethgodin.com, check out akimbo here and Seth's Podcast here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I am pleased to introduce you to Laura McKowen. Laura had a long, successful career in public relations and the Mad Men–esque drinking culture of advertising. After getting sober, she quickly became recognized as a fresh voice in recovery, beloved for her soulful and irreverent writing online and in print. She now leads sold out retreats and courses, teaching people to how to say yes to a bigger life. Laura is the author of the bestselling memoir, We Are The Luckiest: The Surprising Magic of a Sober Life. This discussion dives into the clarity and potential that can be unearthed when living a sober life. We talk about our intentions behind drinking, and the many messages that we've received around alcohol over the years. Check out Laura's Best Selling Book here, and find her on Instagram here. Discover: Emotional pain is a sign of function rather than dysfunction We are one hard decision away from reclaiming our sovereignty What's below what you numb? The culture of drinking The truth about lying Normalizing alcohol Why alcohol is the one drug we have to explain why we "aren't drinking" In discomfort you will find your answer Co-dependency, people-pleasing and sobriety What is it like to be fully embodied? Can you sit with yourself? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I am thrilled to introduce you to Drew Canole. Drew is an author, transformation coach, and founder of the superfood company Organifi. Drew has helped thousands of women and men revitalize their health, ignite their vision, and shift the course of their life forever. After reaching a dead end in his own health, Drew discovered the chasm of difference between going through the motions and living with radical intention. He now helps people tap into the "Big You" to create the change they never thought possible.I n this episode Drew shares his life journey and explains how he used trauma as fuel to create something that impacts peoples lives. Tune in for an energetic and motivational conversation of growth and transformation. ~  Discover: Drew's story as an abused child The beautiful journey of Organifii High frequency foods = high frequency life Drew's #1 way to remove trauma from the body Shaking, dancing, TRE, and mother natures way of moving emotions The beautiful magic of purpose and healing Check out Organifi at www.organfi.com and find Drew on Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicole Lohse is a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Feldenkrais Practitioner and yoga teacher. Her knowledge of the body, mind and soul greatly influences how she supports others from a very intuitive, energetic and somatic place. Nicole walks us through how to be more connected with yourself by understanding the language of your body and your survival philosophy. By building your capacity and regulation at a nervous system level, your resiliency will only increase. It's from here that you’ll shift from surviving your way through life to thriving and accessing more of your truth. ~ Discover: What is somatic therapy? What is a healthy nervous system? What a normal response to stress looks like The beautiful invitation to the observation What's your nervous system "normal?" How to recognize when you step out of your truth What is co-regulation Why safety and security is foreign Why resistance creates room to learn The power of noticing How to get back into regulation Find more about Nicole on her website https://www.nicolelohse.com, or on Instagram. You can find more details about her course here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I'm super excited to introduce you to the incredible Ashley Stahl. After working careers in national security and counterterrorism, Ashley came to the realization that she wasn't living her full purpose in the workforce. After diving in and uncovering her own natural talents, Ashley set-forth in her new career path as a career coach. Today, Ashley helps hundreds of people uncover their core skill sets and true calling - enabling them to find a career that aligns with their dreams and purpose. In this episode, Ashley uncovers what this process truly looks like, and why staying in a job that isn't aligned could be preventing you from living a very happy and fulfilling life. ~ Discover: One of the biggest mistakes in the workplace is holding on to an old version of yourself in your career The new generation vs the old generation in the workplace When we don't have clarity it's a call to reconnect to ourselves You can't get to right until you sit in wrong Why we need to focus on core skill set, personality, and when we at our best The clarity behind interest vs. passion and dedication  Why failing fast is the motto to live by Does your work give you energy or drain you? Find Ashley's book at www.youturnbook.com, and find more about Ashley on her website or on Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your dharma is your souls purpose - the big reason of why you are here, what you're supposed to be doing, and how you do it. This week we welcome back the amazing Sahara Rose. In anticipation of her new book Discover Your Dharma, Sahara walks us through what finding your dharma really means and looks like. She teaches us that our lifetime is about figuring out what our dharma is, and once we understand our higher calling, everything we're looking for naturally falls into place.  We learn how the obstacles that we face in life are our souls curriculum to get you to your purpose. Uncovering our Dharma can lead to a life of happiness, fulfillment and joy. ~ Discover: Why you should shift from improving yourself to knowing yourself The obstacles you were meant to overcome were there for a reason The path of least resistance is found on the path of most resistance Rock-bottoms, breakdowns and cosmic 2x4's Karma vs. Kriya Economic down turns are the birth place of innovation Using Covid as a speed track for opportunities It's always an invitation if we pay attention Trusting the feeling before it forces you to change Learn more about Sahara and her book at https://iamsahararose.com/dharma, find her on Instagram,  or take her quiz here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I share the much anticipated conversation with my partner Kylie on our breakup.We dive into our relationship ending, what lead our old container to rupture and the expansion that occurred, bringing us to where we are now.  Both Ky and I explore the struggles we were facing, the masks, messages and wounds we had internalized, and the extensive healing that was necessary for us to reconcile. This episode is part 1 of an emotional conversation that explores so many crucial topics that contribute to our worth, how to honour ourselves and reclaim our power - both individually, and within relationship. Find Kylie on Instagram or on her website https://www.kyliemcbeath.com/.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I have a unique treat for you. After getting my dog Carl last April, I went on the search for a Dog Trainer and ended up meeting the incredible Annika McDade. Annika is a triple certified Professional Dog Trainer & Behaviour Consultant, who focuses primarily on the connection between dogs and their people. After working with Annika I was most compelled by her ability to relate canine training to human connection and relationship. In this episode we dive into dog training and connecting with our pets, and how it's correlated to our ability to connect and relate with humans. Find more about Annika at www.canineconnectiontraining.ca and find her on instagram @canineconnectiontraining. ~ Discover: The little things we never knew about our pets The connection between parenting, partners and puppies Expectations and behaviors with our pets The ripple effect of our nervous system The biggest mistakes we make Incredible helpful things you need to know about animals See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I wanted to share thoughts on something that I feel very passionate about right now - worth. So often we shape-shift and adapt from our true selves in order to feel safe, loved, or even just to prevent rocking the boat. Our worth should live in who we are, not in other people's opinions or validations. Are you ready to give birth to your authentic self? ~  Discover: Why we need to pay attention to our pain Why are we afraid of being authentic? The power of courageous conversations Your worth should never depend on someone else's validation "Enoughness" and the growth of taking up space  How do you get 1% more you? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Toko-pa Turner is a Canadian author, teacher, and dreamworker. Blending the mystical tradition of Sufism in which she was raised with a Jungian approach to dreamwork, she founded the Dream School in 2001 from which hundreds of students have since graduated. Her bestselling book "Belonging: Remembering Ourselves Home" explores the themes of exile and the search for belonging. In this episode we dive into Toko-pa's theories behind Belonging and Dreamwork, and her inspirations and experiences pertaining to both. She teaches us that perhaps belonging isn't a place at all, but rather a skill that we can nurture and strengthen within ourselves. ~ Discover: The longing to belong drives so many of us to places of false belonging How family and ancestors have influenced our belonging When we come back into belonging, there is a beautiful cemetery that occurs As we learn to become our whole self unconditionally, we no longer seek places to belong What are the initiations by exile and why they are necessary Why dreaming and curiosity are the most valuable tools we have You can find Toko-pa on lnstagram, and on her website at www.toko-pa.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the current state of the world there is so much information coming at us, but our opinions and perspectives are not safe to share. They are dividing us and inflicting hatred amongst our peers and within our community. Why are we not able to to recognize that two truths can exist at the same time? Right now, it is more important than ever to be having hard conversations with love, and being open to other peoples perspectives, and meeting them where they are at.  Can you be open to the possibility that what you think right now isn't true? ~ Discover: Covid, censorship, taking sides and gaslighting How to dance in the middle and see both sides When you're open to the way you see the world, you're free Observing the liberties you give away Media and highjacking for fear and your attention Trusting yourself and yourself The space between reaction and response is where we have a choice Why we need to stop shaming each other for questioning Holding space for ourselves and each other in middle of information warfare See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode I chat with my good friends Alex Faherty and Kerry Docherty! Along with Alex’s twin brother Mike, they are the dream team and founders of Faherty Brand - a family run clothing company anchored in quality, comfort, sustainability and joy.  We dive into how this duo are raising kids, running a business and still manage to make time to foster a loving relationship! We discuss the ins and outs of long distance relationships, work stressors, boundary issues, communication, and being in business with your family!  Find more on Faherty's on Instagram and at www.fahertybrand.com and remember to use the discount code CREATETHELOVE for 25% off!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I am pleased to introduce you to my friend Lalah Delia. Lalah is a spiritual writer, wellness educator, certified spiritual practitioner, founder of VibrateHigherDaily.com, online School of Vibration, and bestselling author Vibrate Higher Daily: Live Your Power. Her work, writings, and bestselling book are guiding readers around the globe on a journey back home to their empowered, higher-potential, whole selves.  In this episode, Lalah shares her own story of transformation and awakening. She explains how she learnt to transform her lows into highs by channelling the energetic vibrations of all things in her life. Lalah explains how we can reach our higher-potential by recognizing our internal place, the vibrations we are calling in, and our overall outlook on life.  ~  Discover: What is vibration telling us? Are butterflies a good thing? The fear around saying "no" Who dampens your light? Why creating safety is so important "A partner at their 100 will invite 100 of the others" Once you say yes to the next level of life, you will be tested Each choice you make contributes to your self-worth When you say yes and claim it, the universe will align Find Lalah on Instagram, or on her website at www.vibratehigherdaily.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Alchemy of Initiation: Soul Work and the Art of Ripening This week I am absolutely elated to introduce you to the incredibly insightful, Francis Weller. Francis Weller, MFT, is a psychotherapist, writer and soul activist. He is a master of synthesizing diverse streams of thought from psychology, anthropology, mythology, alchemy, indigenous cultures, and poetic traditions. Having completed some of Francis' workshops myself, I couldn't wait to have him on to speak about the initiatory process and his theories behind soul-centered psychotherapy. In this episode, Francis leads us through a discussion of the soul, and how the greatest work and connection to the sacred is found during our greatest times of darkness and grief. We dive into what Francis teaches as initiation, a process which encompasses grief, loss, challenge, illness etc. where our identity is altered drastically and we land in the hands of something that is far greater than ourselves.  ~  Discover: Why we need to fall in love with grief There is so much to be found in the dark Change happens at the edges The child seeking the home vs. becoming the home What elders can teach us What is the initiation? The gateway to accessing our soul Everyone came here with their own medicine Find out more about Francis, and his audio series at www.francisweller.net.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryland Engelhart is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Kiss the Ground, and is the producer of Kiss The Ground the Movie on Netflix. He has spent the last 15 years as an entrepreneur and love-activist, working in hospitality and building a family business of organic plant-based restaurants called Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre in Southern CA.  In this episode, Ryland tells us the origins behind his business and restaurants, and the fundamental idea behind the film Kiss The Ground. The film explores the idea that by regenerating the Earth's soils we can reverse some of the effects of climate change. We also dive into some of the things we can do as consumers to contribute to a healthier future for our planet. Find Ryland on Instagram or learn more at www.kisstheground.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I am so excited to have on the incredible Damona Hoffman to chat about all things dating! Damona is a dating coach & TV personality who starred in the A+E Networks' series #BlackLove and A Question of Love.  She’s a contributor for CNN Headline News (HLN), BET.com, The Washington Post, LA Times, Match dating app and more. In this episode we dive into dating apps, intentional dating, and dating within integrity. Damona gives us tips on what should be on your dating profile,  what shouldn't, and some examples of red flags and green flags to look out for while you're swiping. The dating world has shifted so much and Damona challenges us to question the beliefs and stigmas we've been taught, and the restrictions we place on what we want in a partner. This one is fire!! ~ Discover: Dating is an amazing healing opportunity Why dating apps work great and why they don't Dating app #fails The three C's you need on your dating app Why we have to assess our belief systems and upper limits in dating Is your past part of your story or part of your narrative? Miracles happen when we choose to be uncomfortable Dating during Covid Why skipping steps will implode your dating life Holding the bar for yourself vs. the "fine" approach Find more about Damona and her podcast on her website www.datesandmates.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Susan David, Ph.D. is one of the world’s leading management thinkers and an award-winning Harvard Medical School psychologist. Dr. Susan David is a sought-after speaker, author and researcher with a deep focus on emotions.  In this episode we discuss some of the narratives around emotions that we've gained from society and the ways in which they are making us less healthy and contributing to a culture of toxic positivity. Susan explains how we can show up for ourselves by ending the constant struggle between how we think we should feel, and how we actually feel. ~  Discover: Why being happy all the time shrinks us The sweet marrow of life Emotions are not good or bad, they are there for a reason How we should feel vs. how we DO feel Our emotions are data but shouldn't call the shots What is underneath the emotion? Are you stressed or are you depleted? What small shifts can you make to open your heart   You can find Susan's quiz on her website, her TED Talk here and find her bestselling book, Emotional Agility on Amazon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I've been thinking a lot about the practice of being present, sitting in stillness and really uncovering your true self. What happens when we allow ourselves to really feel? When we don't blanket our emotions, we can try to learn and grow from our sadness. We have been so dominated by a culture that praises the highs, but what would happen if we began to rejoice our setbacks and embrace the opportunity to learn from them.   ~ Discover: Why our soul gets depleted How to witness the miraculous Start thinking about what you think In the stillness you find more of you "Silence is who you are" Why we need to come back to the connection of the earth Why grief is the path to answers Why presence gets us there faster See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I am joined by Human Design Guide and Leadership Coach Erin Claire Jones. Human Design is a synthesis of ancient wisdom and modern science that sheds light on a person’s energetic makeup, as well as specific tools they can use to live at their happiest, healthiest, highest potential. It teaches people about themselves so they can have a better understanding of why they are the way they are. In this episode, Erin walks us through the different types of Human Design and the concepts and characteristics of each type. We also review my personal Human Design and my emotional, psychological and energetic makeup. What is human design? The beautiful ways humans function The difference between a generator & manifesting generator What is a projector? Understanding the different ways we make decisions Identity, emotions, processing, and holding on to things The shadow side of human design What is at the core of it all You can find Erin on Instagram or head to her website to book a session or look up your design www.erinclairejones.com. To get access to your own Blueprint head here and use code CREATETHELOVE for 10% off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giacomo Gianniotti is an actor, writer, director, and philanthropist most recently known for his role as Dr. Deluca on Greys Anatomy. In this episode Giacomo and I have an encompassing conversation on humility, relationships, and conflict. Giacomo walks us through his relational experiences, and his personal growth from therapy and vulnerability. We touch on sincerity, the art of apologizing, and the importance of asking for what you need.  ~  Discover: The power of vulnerability, listening, sincerity and humility in relationships When you finally learn how to listen, your conversations will change Owning our sh*t will take us further than we realize The stages of relationship and becoming a better human The hard realizations of "recovering defenders" Why can't people apologize and the connection to worth The five love languages Toxic shame and divorce Find Giacomo on instagram at @giacomo_gianniotti and in his 1st feature film entitled “Acquainted” on Apple TV.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Navigating heartbreak can often feel insurmountable. But what if we used it as fuel to become our highest self? What if in each heartbreak we asked ourselves "how do I learn from the lesson that broke my heart?" Learning how to open our hearts in a space that feels safe after heartbreak is one of the biggest lessons we can learn. If we continue to ask ourselves "how can I be better?" Then when we begin to implement those changes, we begin to curate a life aligned in integrity and our highest values. ~  Discover: Do not shrink. The world needs you fully alive. A closed heart is broken, and a broken heart is open Why we need to stay in the space of feeling it all Who do you want to be? What legacy do you want to leave? What are your top 3 values you want to live by? Don't wait until you have to, do it because you choose to  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I am so excited and honoured to welcome one of my absolute dream guests - the incredible Dr. Harriet Lerner this week.  Dr Lerner is  best known for her scholarly work on the psychology of women and family relationships and is also a best selling author, speaker and teacher. Her incredible books including The Dance of Anger, The Dance of Intimacy and Why Won't You Apologize have completely transformed my life and the way I relate. In this episode, Dr. Lerner walks us through the 7 steps on how to find courage and use your voice. Each step arms us with the tools to converse effectively and to distinguish between real feelings and our pure anxiety driven reactivity. You won't want to miss this! ~  Discover: Why do we self-abandon? Difficult conversations with difficult people How to have courage and make life changing moves in relationships What over-explaining yourself means and what to do about it Strike while the iron is COLD Defensiveness, stonewalling, criticism and shutting down Self-worth and the connection to apology LDD - Listening Deficit Disorder What is defensive listening? Respect for differences vs. right or wrong Boundaries vs. bottom line position You can learn more about Dr. Lerner on her website https://www.harrietlerner.com/ and on Instagram and Facebook. You can also find her TED talk here: http://www.tedxkc.org/harriet-lerner/. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I have the honour of speaking with the brilliant Allyson Byrd. In this episode, we dive into all things entrepreneurship, personal and professional expansion, spirituality, and how it pertains to our growth, success, and goals. Words don't do this one justice - listen in! Allyson Byrd is also known as the “Profit Accelerator™ and she is celebrated as one of the world's most trusted leadership advisors and sales experts for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Learn more about Allyson at www.allysonbyrd.com or on Instagram @iamallysonbyrd. You can also find more about Allyson's journey to success in her latest collaboration with Amazon Prime called SpeakUP. ~ Discover: What are you DONE doing? What are you ready to give birth to? Our spirit loves the "bounce back" Why we need to focus on return me vs. change me We came here to be an answer The cult of "average" What is survivor's remorse? What are you tolerating in your life? When you know you have to say yes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, one of my favourite people and dear friends Sheleana Aiyana joins us for a super juicy conversation on all things relationships. Shay is the founder and visionary of Rising Woman. Through a traumatic childhood, addiction and abuse, Shay found her way to the inner-work and Rising Woman was born. Rising Woman is a reflection of her mission to support others in embracing their shadows and finding their light within. This week we chat about how relationships are never really the fairytale that Hollywood has portrayed them to be... Shay explains that healthy conscious relationships require work, healing of our inner child and that we must enter into them knowing that we are complete on our own. We talk about what a healthy relationship truly looks like, and how we can rise up from the rock bottom of heartbreak and ask, "how did I get here and what has it taught me?" ~  Discover: Taking responsibility for our pain and how it shows up in relationships If your wounding occurs in relationship, that's where you must heal it Why we keep repeating our patterns along our journey What happens when you create more love and safety within yourself If you don't recognize your wholeness you will seek someone else to complete you The choice of fracturing vs. deepening the relationship Find Shay and her community on Instagram @risingwoman or online at www.risingwoman.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My dear friend Jules Webber is back this week for a deep dive into the concepts of codependence, over-functioning and under-functioning. Jules walks us through what it means to be an over-functioner, and gives concrete examples from her own journey through life to help us understand this complex topic. Jules arms us with the tools to heal and move forward more balanced. Jules teaches us to embrace rather than ignore our triggers, and learn how we can better parent those reactions and condition ourselves to respond in a healthier way. ~  Discover: Signs you're over-functioning Why we make excuses to justify someone not texting us back What would happen if we left someone love us? Where does over-functioning come from? Over-functioning is a tool for manipulation What over-functioning looks like in marriage and dating The history and economic purpose of marriage The impact social media has on our mental health What happens when you choose yourself at the cost of belonging Rage is a call to justice. Anger is there to give you the energy you need to honor your boundaries Jules Webber is an Intimacy and Life Coach who helps women go within, nurture an intimate and loving relationship with themselves, and experience true Wholeness and belonging. Find her on instagram @jules.webber or on her website at www.juleswebber.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Caroline Leaf is a neuroscientist specializing in cognitive and metacognitive neuropsychology. Since the early 1980s, she has researched the mind-brain connection, the nature of mental health, and the formation of memory. She was one of the first in her field to study how the brain can change (neuroplasticity) with directed mind input. This week we chat about what is actually happening in the brain with relation to memories, relationships, and life experiences, and how to use mind-directed techniques to help relieve intrusive thoughts. ~ Discover: The brain, mind and the difference between them Suppression is a reinforcement process Positive thinking is a band-aid to the wound Make the process work for you, discover wisdom and responsibility Depression is not an illness, it's a signal Conscious and non-conscious mind How to create the shift Awareness brings autonomy How to dismantle "The toxic tree" The connection to suppressing emotions and disease The "switch" technique Going beyond mindfulness Find Dr. Leaf online at www.drleaf.com or on Instagram @drcarolineleaf.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stand-up Comedians Corinne Fisher and Krystyna Hutchinson are the hosts of the popular podcast "Guys We F****d." This podcast is most known for changing the way society thinks about female sexuality through a merging of humor and expansion. This week I am so delighted to have these two ladies on to lead us through their experience hosting a podcast with such controversial topics, and their own personal journeys of self discovery, boundary setting, and challenging the stigmas related to female sexuality. Buckle in for a no bullsh*t, straight to the truth episode. Find Kystyna and Corinne's podcast on the Luminary App and on instagram @sorryaboutlastnight. ~ Discover: Why do we fear sexual freedom and sexual exploration? The beliefs and systems we grew up learning that go against our human design Why we should get curious about our shitty qualities Cancel culture and why we push our pain onto others Learning what to keep to yourself The difference between oversharing and vulnerability The pain of self-actualization and breakups The best advice in relationships What self-confidence feels like See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In an ever-changing and unpredictable world, it is so easy to get swept up in the chaos and anxiety that come with it. This week, the incredible Manoj Dias talks us through how we can find pause, compassion and solitude through mindfulness and meditation. We discuss what is involved in a meditation practice, how it informs how we show up in the world, and what happens when we allow our minds to be calm. Manoj is the co-founder of Open, a modern meditation studio based in California and EVRYMAN, a men's emotional intelligence movement. Whether he’s teaching through words or the silence between them, Manoj’s great love for Buddhist wisdom and contemporary science is present in every encounter. Discover: The three jewels of liberation The healing power of community "If you don't have 10 minutes to mediate you need 2 hours" How mediation helps us see clearly, stay calm, and hold space Mediation and reactivity Why are we afraid to be present and just be? What 10 days of meditation can do to your life Find Manoj on Instagram @manojdias_ and check out some classes at www.o-p-e-n.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I welcome Embodiment Coach and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Tami Amanda to the podcast. Tami walks us through her own experience with therapy and the ways she still felt stuck in her shame after therapy. This led Tami to the realization that something deeper may have been missing. After working with immigrant and refugee children in somatic therapy, she saw children heal deep childhood trauma without ever talking about what happened. This led Tami to ask the question, how do we look inside for our healing? This week, we dive into the complexities and benefits of somatic therapy and we get curious about some of the limits of talk therapy. Discover: How to move through triggers and activation How to embody and integrate the work How to actually change and be a self healer Follow your own breadcrumbs Thoughts, mistakes, instagram and victim blaming The greatest source of pain from childhood You cannot trauma your way out of trauma Why it's about the small steps and little moments first The magic sauce: It's all about the 5 senses The mirrors to our own "check list" Find Tami on Instagram @tamisasson_ or on her website at www.tamiamandawellness.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I am so thrilled to have one of my best friends Christine Chang join me this week. Christine is a Celebrity and Lifestyle photographer, and best-selling author of the book "SHOW UP: Finding Love for Independent Women." In this episode we discuss some of the themes in Christine's book, and her own personal journey navigating the dating world as a strong and successful woman. We dive into the complexities of different relationship dynamics, and the importance of cultivating and nurturing a strong sense of self outside of a relationship. For Christine, the ideal relationship came out of showing up as her authentic true self and getting to the core of her own emotional needs. ~ Discover:  What is the definition of a strong woman? What is underneath an independent woman? The top qualities woman want in recent studies Where we think our worth lies The shadow side of independence The reality of reality The feeling of home vs. butterflies How to have a functioning, healthy, sexy relationship   You can find Christines book here and follow her on instagram at @cchangandco or find her on her website at www.christinechang.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This topic is so important and yet so rarely discussed. That’s why I’m so appreciative that Holly Grigg-Spall has joined me this week to discuss the contraceptive pill. The Pill has long been associated with sexual freedom and liberation, but Holly talks us through her journey of discovering the impact that it had upon her mental and physical health. In doing so, Holly walks us through the research that is often overlooked and the various reasons we avoid having these conversations. I’m so honoured to have this discussion because I know it is so important that this topic is brought to light. You can find out more about Holly and her book at http://sweeteningthepill.com ~  Discover: The side effects of birth control you many not know about Alternatives to the birth control pill Why do women feel like they have to hide their periods? Patriarchy, pharmaceuticals, and sexual liberation How birth control can disconnect you from yourself Ways to track fertility naturally See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is our 100th episode together, so to celebrate this special episode I want to offer my gratitude and more insights about myself. Hosting this podcast has been such a learning journey. I have been able to witness myself soften, open and grow throughout these episodes. My solo episodes are always met with so much grace from you all, so I want to humbly thank you all for witnessing my evolution and allowing me the space to do this. I look forward to what the next 100 episodes will bring us. ~ Discover: A very special 100th episode! What Mark has learned in 100 podcasts Heartbreak is the gateway and the lessons are in the pain Why we repeat our patterns What is abandoning me? The beautiful invitations inside expansion Falling in love vs. being in love vs. rising in love How we change the world within ourselves What would it feel like to welcome all the parts of you See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the most popular videos I’ve ever recorded was ‘why do men follow Instagram models?’ So I wanted to dive deeper into a topic that is so complex and often controversial. This week I introduce my good friend Dr. Laura McNally who is a psychologist that has been writing on this topic for some years. We discuss the entire life cycle — how children are socialized and shaped by their environments, how this impacts young adults and their ideas about beauty and sex, how sexual arousal changes the way we think and how monitoring our body image shifts our cognitive function. Why is it that sex and porn addiction most often impact men, while body image and eating disorders almost exclusively impact women? It turns out this isn't a coincidence. Importantly, this is not a discussion that aims to tell anyone what they should or shouldn’t do with their Instagram or social media, it is an exploration of the research that will hopefully leave you feeling better informed about what works for you. ~ Discover: You can't change anything you don't take responsibility for The root of the problem Porn, triggers and responses Dissecting the questions that come up around IG models Where does it all start? Growing up on the apps and the issues they create for children Anti-sex vs. anti-women Sexuality and religion How we cheat ourselves out of connection How we buy into "you'll never be hot enough" You can find Laura’s work on Instagram @actualpsychology https://www.instagram.com/actualpsychology/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week is a big one, so I want to start with a note that this conversation is deep, complex and not for the faint of heart. Dr. Zach Bush is a triple board certified physician who specialises in internal medicine, endocrinology and hospice care but who is also incredibly passionate about the ecological health of the Earth. We cover it all this week — birth, death, disease, the human microbiome, the genome, immunity, and the health of the Earth’s ecosystems. Dr Bush has been outspoken about some of the ways the medical system is failing with Covid-19 but this episode is so much more than that, our discussion goes beyond controversy and into the depth of how health and illness relate to spirituality, psychology and philosophy. Dr. Zach Bush presents a model of health that is regenerative and centres the health of humans within the health of the Earth.  You can find out more about Dr Zach Bush at https://zachbushmd.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My dear friend Mikaela Reuben joins me this week and I am so excited to introduce you to this celebrity chef and all-around superstar human. Mikaela takes us through a journey that many of us can relate to — building a life with *no* boundaries. For Mikaela, this meant giving up everything for her career including her own health. For Mikaela, being a chef meant constantly nourishing and caring for other people with nutritious meals, while sacrificing her own needs — skipping her own meals and feeding everyone except herself. Mikaela talks us through the terrifying process of beginning to set boundaries, the fear that washes over us when we try to say ‘no’ to someone else’s request for the first time. For Mikaela, resetting her boundaries meant starting to nourish herself first. Mikaela explains that the opportunity to nourish yourself is both a gift and a responsibility. I invite you to learn the gift of nourishing yourself by joining us this week. Learn more about Mikaela’s work and her weekly scoops at https://www.instagram.com/mikaelareuben/ ~ Discover: Our relationship to food is directly connected to the relationship with ourselves Why we lose ourselves in the service of others How we do one thing is how we do everything Food and the connection to worthiness, boundaries and self-love The power of slowness What is the real nutrition that truly feeds us? How cooking for yourself is healing (beyond the kitchen) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LeAnn Rimes has been in the spotlight since her early childhood. Behind the media representations and projections of her celebrity image, LeAnn has worked hard to find her true self. In this episode, LeAnn shares with us some of her insights from her journey into self-inquiry. Through deep betrayal, depression and judgment, LeAnn began to tap into her repressed pain and anger. While few of us grow up as celebrities, all of us share the common experience of needing to find ourselves and our voices, often in situations where we are not fully supported. You can read more of LeAnn's story at https://www.soulofeverle.com/ ~  Discover: When we are in presence, time moves a lot slower LeAnn's experience in the public eye Why we have to access our "f*ck this" LeAnn's journey of anxiety, depression, shame and breath work The road back into wholeness Accessing anger and rage "Miracles are a way of reminding us we have no clue" - Ram Dass LeAnn's new path  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I welcome my old friend Vasavi Kumar, who works as a therapist and business strategist. It won’t take you long to get a feel for Vassi’s incredible capacity for speaking candidly, her energy is infectious. She’s authentically herself, refreshingly honest and straight speaking. All this leads to a powerful conversation on her upbringing, cultural background, cocaine, relationships, mental health and so much more. Seriously, we cover a lot of ground in this one. I’m so grateful I can bring you her story which is ultimately one of incredible growth and self-awareness that we can all draw inspiration from. This one is a MUST Listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I am so excited to have Terri Cole back to dive deeper into codependency. I very much identify as recovering codependent, so there is no judgement at all when I say that so many of us have codependent traits that are holding us back from life and love. So many of us think we are helping others and that we would be selfish if we stopped caretaking other people’s needs. It’s human to want to care for others, it’s human to have deep empathy, but we cannot save people from themselves. We often don’t realise that our trying to save others means we are robbing another person of their own ability to take care of themselves or to become who they truly are. In all of the years I have been doing this work and the thousands and thousands of messages I receive, codependency is by far one of the biggest issues I see. That’s why I am so pumped to bring you ‘Crushing Codependency’ with Terri Cole. A 6-week interactive deep dive to free yourself from people-pleasing forever. Just us at http://crushcodependency.com/ I can’t wait to see you there!  ~ Discover: Myths about codependency What is a high-functioning codependent? How to unlearn codependency The biggest signs you are putting everyone else first The correlation between codependency, autoimmune and leaky gut Boundaries start with this How we rob each other from self-love and accountability What's below the escape? What's under "I just love big, that's all" How to have amazing outcomes in life and relationships  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After the murder of George Floyd and the protests across the globe that have followed, I have received hundreds of questions on the topic. The question that so many of you asked is ‘how do I have hard conversations about race?’ For many of us, we need to find ways to engage with our partners, family, friends and colleagues on issues that might be completely outside of our previous experience. Now is the time to step into the work of not only educating ourselves on racism but also leading these conversations effectively so that we can take others on the journey toward anti-racism too. That’s why I am bringing you an extended episode with Dr. Alexandra Solomon to answer this question in great detail. Dr. Solomon talks us through the 7 steps required to have conversations on racism that will help us build deeper connection, empathy and trust and ultimately help us in building a more loving society. Follow Rachel Rodgers https://www.instagram.com/rachrodgersesq/Find Professor Ibram X Kendi at https://www.ibramxkendi.com/Read Dr. Alexandra Solomon’s article here https://www.psychologytoday.com/nz/blog/loving-bravely/202006/how-talk-your-white-male-partner-about-raceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in a special episode I wanted to discuss some really challenging and common questions I receive. To make the “right” decisions in love is challenging. There are so many layers of conditioning which not only shape our fears, but also limit what we think we’re capable of. First, we look at whether we should leave when the passion dies, and why is it that passion often fades in long term relationships?! Next, we dive further into the subject of emotional unavailability. We explore the deeper levels of “friends with benefits”, as well as the fear of asking about our relationship status. And finally, we chat about inconsistent texting and what a lack of someone replying can mean. These are some of the most important questions that so many of us struggle with, join me!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I am so grateful that my main man Sylvester McNutt took the time to talk us through this incredibly difficult topic—as it is happening right now in the United States. I cannot think of a more generous, loving and insightful soul to begin this conversation with. Sylvester walks us through his life in so many ways, the history, the suffering, the love and the connections. He calls us forward to do the work required to truly connect. There are so many gaps in our awareness and so many complications that we must step toward to resolve. I hope you will all answer this call with me and join us as we dive deeper in coming weeks. Join Sylvester’s text community at 310 340 1677 and his website at https://www.sylvestermcnutt.net/ The Willy Lynch letter http://www.finalcall.com/artman/publish/Perspectives_1/Willie_Lynch_letter_The_Making_of_a_Slave.shtmlThe Tulsa Race Riots https://www.tulsahistory.org/exhibit/1921-tulsa-race-massacre/The Tuskegee Airmen in segregated armed forces https://www.history.com/topics/world-war-ii/tuskegee-airmen    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to this short stream of consciousness. No guest, Just me sharing some thoughts on awareness that have been living in me lately. We must turn into the truth and build compassion for ourselves as a basis for building compassion for others. The audio quality on this isn’t great but in the spirit of letting things flow I knew I couldn’t re-record. I hope this episode finds you well. ~  Discover: What will you do with the truths inside of you? What happens when you believe you are the beautiful advisor of your life? What is better? Uncomfortable truths or comfortable lies? The beautiful invitation back to ourselves, kindness, grace and love See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When people ask what I’ve studied, I immediately think of my dear friend, Louis Alloro. Louis is an incredible person who teaches, leads and trains others in positive psychology and change management. In this episode Louis helps us breakdown some of the fundamentals of positive psychology and change. What is it about change that is so difficult for us as humans? Why do we find change so confronting and disruptive? How can we make space for joy amidst uncertainty and confusion? As Louis says “Live your life with the knowing that at least one of the pillars of your major belief systems—most likely the one you cling to the most fiercely—is dead wrong.” ~ Discover What is so challenging about change? The 5 core pillars of our belief system Why we should never cling to one thing When you stay open to the way you see the world, you're free Well being is ______ How can we create positive change? We are not automatrons. Find your rituals. Find out more about Louis and his work here https://louisalloro.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money is one of the top reasons for conflict in relationships and that is why the amazing Selina Gray is back this week. Selina is here to help us unpack our money story. That is, the beliefs we hold about money that shape the way we feel about ourselves. So many of us have unhealthy patterns with money, it could be overspending, or not feeling worthy of spending, or relying on money for a sense of self. While most of us understand that money can be a stressor and reason for conflict, few of us will have the chance to understand our money wounds and work to heal them. I hope this episode helps you begin on this journey. And if you want to go further you can join Selina and I, in our new deep dive money course 'Relationship To Money'. Find it at createthemoola.com! ~  Discover: Our relationship to money is directly connected with sense of self As soon as it feels hard and scary, roll up your sleeves What do we actually want with money? Family wiring around money and wealth Money just amplifies who we really are Wealth is a state of being Having courage and belief in yourself pays off No-name labels, luxury brands, shame, and the masks we wear Addiction, money, and proving yourself for worth As you change things, everything changes Join the Richness Revolution (formerly Money Boss) Facebook here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in a special episode I wanted to discuss a few issues that live below the surface of our relationships and lives. First, why do we only have “crazy chemistry” with people that aren’t good for us? And why, when we start setting boundaries do we sometimes start to lose that “spark” we once felt? We go deeper in this by discussing a question about how to end a trauma bond, if you haven’t heard about trauma bonding then this question is for you. We also discuss how to begin to set healthy boundaries in a relationship where there is a lack of trust or lack of emotional safety. And finally, the difficult question of whether to stay or go. These are some of the most important questions that so many of us struggle with, join me! ~  Discover Can we feel love if we feel whole and don't need anyone? Why do we find ourselves less attractive to our partners once we've done the work? Choosing ourselves and holding space for something new Men who stand up and what it means to women How to end a trauma bond Why are we obsessed with people who need to be fixed? Enabling and discovering the reward in patterns we choose Why we shrink in our relationships How do we know to stay or go? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I am so excited to bring a double dose of Mark this week as I welcome best selling author Mark Manson. Mark Manson has been an influential figure in my life and I’m sure many of you are also followers of his work — I mean who hasn’t read his book “The Subtle Art Of Not Giving A F*ck”? Mark and I jam on some common challenges we both saw in our relationship coaching work. We also reflect on the idea of “doing the work” and how this can really become a sticking point for people in opening up to change. So often, the challenges we face and the things that we get stuck on are the same. We are all living different experiences, but so many of our biggest problems are the same. If you haven't already seen his work you will want to check it out https://markmanson.net/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is especially vulnerable for me. I recognize that we are all coping with an incredibly difficult time in different ways right now. There is so much fear, uncertainty and distress that makes compassion and connection so much more difficult. Today I ask if you can hold space too? Holding space does not mean we must agree or arrive at a consensus, it means we still have compassion even when we feel differently than one another. So I ask not how are we different, but how we are similar? ~  Discover: When you're open to the way you see the world, you're free Can you hold space for other people's beliefs? What if you just stayed open? Why we should agree to the right to see things differently How to create harmony within yourself during challenging times What life is here to teach us See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’m so excited to bring you Professor of Management and Organizational Psychologist Payal Sharma to the podcast. Payal is an expert on politics and power in the workplace and today she takes us on a journey through her incredible work in understanding how power relations impact us at work. We get into the tricky business of how gender intersects with power at work, and nerd out on the research around what makes a good leader. We also dive into her research around music video models. If you have ever wanted to understand more about leadership and power, do not miss this episode! Find out more about Payal’s work at http://power.faculty.unlv.edu/    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’m so excited to bring you the story of my friend, author and chef Yoda Olinyk. Yoda walks us through the story of her past. How food and her love for cooking saved her from the most dark and trying moments. How suffering opened up a new world of wisdom for her. How a unaligned relationship slowly turned into a cycle of emotional abuse and how she ultimately rose from the ashes, finding her love and commitment to herself and her cooking again.    Find her online at https://instagram.com/yodaswords?igshid=2kwq76b3l10cSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When we are facing disconnection in our relationships, we often perceive major barriers blocking us from communicating. Often, we preempt the other person's negative response. We assume the other person is unable or unwilling to hear us, and as a result, we become defensive, withdrawn or over-express ourselves. What if instead, we trusted that other people have the capacity to really listen? What if we communicated our needs without preempting their response? What if we claimed our voice and used it regardless of anyone else’s ability to show up. What if we showed up for ourselves first?  ~ Discover: How to know when you have unhealthy programs running What beliefs are still lingering that keep you in your old story? What is the most important quality in relationship? Why we need to stop subcontracting our healing  The victory is always in the process not the outcome Speaking your truth, having courage, and being everything you want See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join me as I bring you a grounding meditation. This is all about getting in touch with the anchors and the ground that forms the foundation below our feet. In times of crisis or upheaval, it's natural that we feel like we lose touch with the ground. This week's episode is all about getting us back in touch with the ground. Back into flow state and authenticity. It's so difficult to do right now, but it's so important that we take the time to do this.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode I answer your recent questions around boundaries, feeling disconnected, deal breakers, betrayal and loss. Through these questions we dive into open relationships, having ‘one foot out the door’ and facing hard truths. I also walk you through my recent thoughts on coping with Covid-19, how we can stay grounded and how we can support one another during this crisis. ~  Discover: Covid, isolation, dating, and why a collective pause is good for us Relationship Q&A with Mark Walls vs. dealbreakers Fate doesn't work unless you do Emotional cheating with friends Worthiness, boundaries, and speaking your truth Why integrity should be our #1 Betrayal, infidelity and repair See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’m so happy to bring you my dear friend Dr. Robert Graham to discuss the Covid-19 pandemic. Rob is a Harvard trained Physician and doctor of integrative medicine. In this episode, Rob skillfully breaks down the myths and misconceptions about coronavirus. He walks us through some key principles to stay safe and his fresh medicine perspective to stay physically and mentally well during this pandemic. Find Dr Rob Graham on his website https://www.freshmednyc.com/ and his Instagram https://www.instagram.com/freshmednyc/ Dr. Graham is a Harvard trained physician, Board Certified in both Internal and Integrative Medicine and has over 15 years of clinical experience.  Dr. Graham received his medical degree from the School of Medicine at Stony Brook University Medical Center, Stony Brook, NY and completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, where he received the Community Service Award and subsequently the prestigious “Attending of the Year” award.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans”, John Lennon’s famous lyrics are so apt for the uncertainty we are facing across the entire world. So much of what we thought, planned, or hoped for has been quashed by the reality that nothing is ever truly certain. This epidemic has brought up so many fears, anxieties and responses. I want this episode to explore our humanness but also acknowledge that jumping into spiritualizing can be a bypass of the uncomfortable reality that this pandemic is doing real harm to so many people. While we are both physically distanced and living with this uncertainty, our community and our connections are so important. I hope this episode leaves you feeling more connected. ~  Discover: Why increasing our tolerance for uncertainty is part of our expansion and growth When we are stripped of everything, what matters most? Where else do we run from discomfort? The domino effect of disconnection and control The 5 most common regrets The greatest gift of facing death You never lose love  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you feel like your dating life is stale, or even toxic? Today’s guest is going to be a breath of fresh air for you. Michelle Herzog is a relationship expert, sex therapist and LMFT who is here to break down exactly what toxic dating culture means. In this episode we work through Tinder dating, gender roles, paying for first dates, to casual sex, and how to be ethical in dating. Most importantly, we break down how we can shift to take the lead in our dating life, declare our own needs, and end connections with kindness. Ultimately, we can turn a toxic dating culture into a healing one. This episode will show you how! Michelle Herzog, LMFT, CST is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Sex Therapist with advanced training from Northwestern University and the University of Michigan. She is an ethical dating advocate and utilizes a no BS approach towards educating and empowering people to craft values-based dating, relationship, and sexual experiences. Michelle is a true believer in the power of therapy and its ability to transform people's relationships with themselves and the ones they love. Michelle is the owner of the Center for Mindful Living, a relationship and sex therapy practice based in Chicago. Her specialized work is rooted in her personal belief system that everyone deserves a healthy and deeply pleasurable sex life. She can be contacted at:  Website: www.liveandlovemindfully.com  Instagram: @chicagosextherapy  ~  Discover: Will you hold for the things you want? The modern times of "flea-bagging" "zombie-ing," "ghosting", and "bread crumbing" Where we are losing accountability on dating apps The connection between tolerating behaviors and the worth you hold Paying on the first date dilemma The power of feeling seen in relationship Why is need to text like a drug?! If you loved yourself in this situation, what would you do? The deep truths hidden inside grief How do we take control of our dating experience? Ignoring the truth and self-abandonment Communication and expectations around your needs What is healthy shame?    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Come on in, make yourself at home in my head and heart and listen. This week it is me sharing some feels that have been flowing through me, no other guests... Just a big dose of Mark Groves in the feels. We're going to talk about ending with grace, the space between and holding space when it hurts. Welcome! ~  Discover: What it means to hold when it hurts Are you who you say you are? How to be the observer of your thoughts What do you tolerate? What do you settle for? When you change the way you go about the world, the world changes Do you avoid hard conversations? Do you let the world tell you how to live? How to truly find love See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I am so honoured to have Diego Perez, the writer and philosophical genius behind the pen name Yung Pueblo on the show. Diego and I discuss all the delicious ways that life is an array of constant change. As individuals, couples and communities we are in constant flux. The ways we either embrace or avoid change say so much about the way we find peace and grace during change. How can we embrace the messiness that is inherent to the constant change of life—while protecting our boundaries and having an open heart? There is so much to unpack on both the global and individual level. Let’s dive into it. diego perez is the writer behind the pen name yung pueblo. the name yung pueblo means “young people.” it serves to remind him of his ecuadorian roots, his experiences in activism, and that the collective of humanity is in the midst of important growth. his favorite word, liberation, took on a deeper meaning once he started meditating vipassana. through writing and speaking, he aims to support the healing of the individual, realizing that when we release our personal burdens, we contribute to a global peace. ~ Discover: Change is the fabric of the universe How to not make change your enemy Understanding "woundology" Every time you get activated, you're invited to some sort of mastery Cancel culture, shame, holding space for people and humanity What living without the relationship really means The monogomatron! Don't make it about you Find him on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/yung_pueblo/  Check out his book here https://www.amazon.com/Inward-Yung-Pueblo/dp/1449495753See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jasmine Rose, holistic fertility expert joins me this week for a look at her journey and her work with fertility in the emerging holistic health movement. With an emphasis on coming back to self, we uncover the stigmas associated with women embarking on their fertility journey. We unpack the deep emotional work that brought Jasmine to healing her health in an unexpected way. I can’t thank Jasmine enough for bringing this topic to light and am honoured to partake in such a vulnerable discussion with her. Whichever life stage you are at, this is a must-listen. Jasmine Rose is a Holistic Fertility Specialist + Womb Connector. She focused on bringing heart into the fertility journey + accessing the WHY when discovering dis-ease within the womb space. Jasmine believes that play, pleasure + desire are the golden keys to life. You can find her at @humblewildwellness on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/humblewildwellness/?hl=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So many of us struggle with addiction of some kind. But the topic is still shrouded in secrecy and shame, leaving so many people feeling alone or lost in how to begin their healing. This week, I have my dear friend and human behaviour expert, Jaime Jenkins to join me on the show. Jaime and I walk through the relationship between shame, trauma and addiction. We unpack how we can move from feeling alone and detached from our experiences, toward feeling connected and in control of our journey. And, how we can shift from avoidance and denial of our pain, toward feeling and owning our own journey. Jaime Booth Jenkins BSW MAPP is a human behaviour change specialist and addictions researcher. She is currently completing her MSc Psychology and Neuroscience of Mental Health focusing on the experience of flourishing after addiction. Her work focuses on helping people to overcome internal obstacles that are preventing them from achieving their ultimate goals and dreams. She sits as the Chair of the Board of Directors for Make Music Matter - and believes in the power of music to change the world. She lives in Nova Scotia Canada with her husband, dog, two daughters, and quite a few chickens.  IG: @practicallyawesome TikTok: @mamajenkins Website (Make Music Matter): www.makemusicmatter.org ~ Discover: The power of song and healing with addiction, ptsd, mental health Addiction is a distraction from presence Our world is created by the questions we ask Breaking up with your breakup How we let go of trauma identity See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when you wake up and realize you aren’t happy in your relationship? What if you feel like you’re outgrowing your partner? What if you’re outgrowing your old life? As we go deeper in our journey toward our inner truth we often find that our old patterns, habits and relationships need to shift. This can bring up a lot of anxiety and tension especially if we have had codependent patterns. Part of our healing is learning how to honour our growth while navigating our relationship with others. Part of our healing is leaning into the discomfort and uncertainty that comes up when we let our relationships shift, change and maybe even end. ~ Discover: Emotion is the currency of the future The success of your life will be determined by the quality of your relationships What does it mean to be a real man? How do you stay when enough is enough? Are you willing to dismantle your identity? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People often say “don’t quit your day job”, but what if you do? This week I am joined by the wonderful Makenzie Chilton to talk about how we can stop dreading the work week and start loving our Mondays. Makenzie’s mission is all about discovering what you want in life—thinking bigger, thinking outside of the box, engaging the imaginative inner child within you that is still awaiting their chance to live their dreams. Makenzie walks us through her process to uncover what it is you need to do to start loving your Mondays. Find Mackenzie @loveyourmondays and loveyourmondays.co Makenzie Chilton is an ex prison counsellor turned career coach and the founder of Love Your Mondays. Since 2013 she has been helping people all over the world find their dream careers and start businesses with her signature program the WTF?! Sessions. Using her education in psychology and her background in business she strives to give her clients (and pretty much anyone that will listen) strategic advice that gets people where they want to go. Believing that society would be a happier healthier place if people were in alignment with their careers, she has made it her mission to help people get there. Coffee is Makenzie's main food group and she lives in the mountains with her dog Bruce, who is very clearly the real boss. ~ Discover: The 4 step process to loving your Mondays Listening to "the nudge" How to quit your job Using the system to invest in your dreams Maybe it's not your job, maybe it's you The real roadmap you should trust Why alignment and self-worth will give you everything See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have all been treated badly to some extent—by our parents, our partners, our exes, our old friends, by the narcissists of the world. But once we’ve identified where we’ve been victimized, our job is to step beyond being a victim of the world and reclaim our power. Our work is to look within and enquire into what it is within us that allows painful dynamics to continue in our lives. What is it that stops us from setting boundaries, from saying ‘no’ to things that make us feel unloved, from claiming our right to be fully worthy? This week we explore all aspects of waking up to our worth and importantly how healed people heal people. ~ Discover: The disease of unworthiness Looking for worthiness is a moving target Why we need to turn towards our pain Truthful answers require us to become someone else The connection between boundaries and worth Resentment is a sign you need to choose yourself Why are we a match to poor behavior? Why do we make excuses? Are you the match for what you want? What you attract is what you need need to learn What are you afraid to find in the space of silence? What unrealized potential are you not stepping into? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sylvester McNutt III is an 8x best selling author and his passion for living a life of freedom and truth is contagious. Join us as we roll through the experiences that shaped his work as a writer, from his childhood to teen life, to today where he is now expecting a child of his own. Sylvester tells all about where his fire for self-expression comes from and how he lives that today. After listening to this podcast you’ll understand why his work has been so popular, he drops some gems on authenticity and shows us how to truly walk the talk. ~  Discover: Why do we do the things we know we don't want to do? Understanding the family tree of trauma Don't wait for people to be ready We are all students and no one has it all figured out Parenting, childhood, pain, fear and the mirror it gives us Find Sylvester on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/sylvestermcnutt/?hl=en and his Website https://www.sylvestermcnutt.net/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the new "All About You" series, I am reading your letters and diving deep into tough questions from you about your relationships, love, and what you really want from life. To begin I touch on my current journey—how I am learning to let go of the future I thought I would have and give space to the new and unknown in my life. I then cover some challenging and common situations that you have written to me about: the ex that promises to change, the new partner that is still seeing their ex, the partner that works too much, and not feeling the same about marriage and kids as our partner. I so appreciate the opportunity to know what is on your heart and I thank you for sharing this with me and everyone who will benefit from hearing your story. I'm really excited about this new format, so please share with me your thoughts and feelings on how this resonated for you. If you have a letter for a podcast you can share it via the 'Ask Mark' tab at the link in my Instagram bio. Big love to you! ~ Discover: What do you want most out of this life? What are you not willing to give up? We cannot experience true love until we model it What to do when someone wants to change after we leave The real reason for resentment Repairing after workaholism and affairs Perfectionism, high achievers, and worthiness How to work with a "recovering defender" How to know if your needs didn't get met as a child Repair and atonement after betrayal Our core beliefs are always mirrored by the lowest choice we make Alone vs. lonely See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This moment isn’t an obstacle—however hard it is, this moment is always the path and the opportunity to come home to yourself. We are all spiritual beings in human being bodies. So who are you when the masks are dropped? Who are you underneath the roles, jobs, stories and busyness of life? Who are you when you really sit in the truth of your existence? If we just sit in this moment we can finally rejoin our inner stillness—the silence that contains all the answers, the truth, the essence of who we are. I recorded this as an invitation for you to stop running, to be still and rejoin your soul on this journey home. ~ Discover: Why we shrink around our friends and family What does your life stand for? Who do you want to be? Why do we do the thing we don't want to do? When it's hysterical it's historical Why does rejection trigger us? Why you should get curious every time you get triggered When you become more connected to who you are, you experience deep reverence for yourself and other people Why we need to get sober from distractions Stillness is where you find yourself, silence is where you hear yourself See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Okay, “girlfriend” might be a strong term…but either way, I am so grateful that  Michelle Dow, the first woman I “dated”, agreed to come on my podcast and share her story. Michelle and I go way back to childhood and I’d like to say we were both each other's first love and heartbreak, but I think I that story lives a little more on my side than hers. Last year, I shared some of my feelings about our breakup, and today Michelle calls me out for not contacting her first to discuss it. So this episode is as real as they come. This is about Michelle’s story, how she experienced me and our breakup and how she feels about it all today. I super appreciate her being open to having this conversation, it was a lot of fun and I think you’ll enjoy it too.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Amazing Terri Cole is back talking all things codependency. Think you’re not codependent? Perhaps you're an empath? Terri introduces the concept of the ‘High Functioning Codependent’ to break down what exactly codependency is and what factors are underlying it. We get very clear on the signs and symptoms of codependency, and the consequences of codependency throughout childhood, single life and long term relationships. I cannot speak highly enough of Terri's expertise in this space and I could not wait to have her back on the show to dive deeper into this incredibly important topic. If you have ever wondered whether you are empathic or perhaps have some traits of codependency, you cannot miss this show! ~ Discover: The signs and symptoms of codependency Why this behavioural pattern manifests The consequences of codependency throughout childhood, single life and long term relationships Plus as a bonus Terri is offering listeners the More Love Meditation Challenge for a limited time - head to https://terricole.com/LOVEMG Find out all about Terri's wonderful work here https://www.terricole.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When I was asked to speak on grief, I knew immediately Emma Tait would be the ideal guest for this show. Emma Tait is the driving force behind much of Create The Love, she not only keeps our team together but so much of my life too. Emma walks us through the essentially undefinable path of grief. In her gentle but clear way, she shows us how the answer is found in accepting there is no answer, that sometimes the only way to make sense of life is to see there is no making sense. Emma shares her personal story of loss and how much she has learned to surrender to grief and pain, and in doing so, letting it move through - allowing it to come and go - rather than becoming stuck in the storyline. If you are trying to make sense of any kind of grief this episode is full of lessons for you. Find Emma on Instagram here! Read Emma's article on grief here. Emma Tait is a writer, soul guide, woodsman, dog mom, and soon to be human mom - to name a few. Emma’s life’s work is to empower others to meet, know, love, and walk with their whole selves through all of life’s ebbs and flows. She believes the way forward is for each of us to come back to ourselves through mastering our emotional, physical, and spiritual wisdom. She guides others through her writing, 1:1 coaching, and speaking as they begin the inward journey of embodying the courage to show up and be seen, a journey which always begins within. Connect with her on Instagram. ~ Discover: The parts that we want to reject are the wisest, teach us the most and expand us the most The heaviness of grief and how to navigate through it Why grief wakes us up to feeling alive and deep pain creates gratitude Why we've been socialized to think grief is bad The beauty of loss, time and gentleness Sometimes it just doesn't make sense, and that's ok Give yourself permission to find joy again A different way to see death See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I welcome hiitide founder and CEO Evan Shy. hiitide is the amazing personal growth platform that hosts my bookclub. Evan and I recognize how life and work are not separate but deeply intertwined and for that reason we are not just colleagues but also friends. Join us as we delve into relationships, authenticity and fulfilment through the lens of business. We bring light to the synergy of having integrity and alignment in your relationships both inside and outside of work. Evan reflects on the epic concept of Extreme Ownership and we trade stories of how we’ve each used this approach to empower ourselves and learn from past decisions. If you’re starting down the path of creating alignment between your values and your work, THIS is the episode for you! ~  Discover: The truth about "Someday" We know why but won't do anything about it. Why is that? Data around working from home and shorter work weeks Why can't we just talk about it? Alignment in the workplace, your heart and your bottom line When people feel safe to be themselves, they perform the best Don't quit your job to pursue your dream, do this instead We were taught how to do long division, but never taught how to love ourselves Why we must learn, be aware, and apply, not just educate Find Hiitide here Connect with Evan here! Evan Shy leverages a decade of human physiology research and entrepreneurship to make personal growth more accessible.  Beyond business, he’s published work in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, author of “Fitness that Fits”, and contributing author to collegiate text “Food for an Aging Population”, Evan’s background has created a diverse formula of science-based methods with a bias for practical application for a new generation of leaders.  The hiitide crew of scientists, coaches, and engineers are on a mission to make learning and growth a daily practice for a million people by 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sex and relationship therapist Shadeen Francis joins me this week for perhaps the most intelligent and fascinating conversation about humping you’re likely to ever hear! What does a sex therapist do? Who needs a sex therapist? What feelings are behind sex? How do you negotiate better sex? What does better sex even mean? Shadeen goes deep on all of these questions, while also shedding light on common misconceptions about arousal, desire and our sexual needs. Shadeen's background in neuroscience and academia inform her beautiful personal philosophy of freedom, liberation and human connection. She serves up some truly delicious insights about sex and connection that make this episode worthy of a replay or three!  Follow Shadeen on Instagram @shadeenfrancislmft And find her work on her website here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not only is Connor Beaton the creator of ManTalks, he is also one of my closest friends! This week Connor joins me to discuss all the things men don’t usually talk about. Connor shares his journey of living with lies, how he hid so many parts of himself, lied about his failing career, and cheated on previous partners to find external validation. We dive deep into the shadow, that is -- the aspects of ourself that we are ashamed of and/or reject, and we look at how hitting rock bottom is often the starting point to finally telling the truth. Once we begin to see and speak the truth, there is no going back. From perpetual liar, to avid truth-teller, Connor proves that ‘once a cheater always a cheater’ is a shame-based myth. Find Connor on his website here and on Instagram here! Check out my Boundaries course now ineedboundaries.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All aboard the shame train! Join my dear friend Jules Webber and I on a special extended episode this week all about shame. We dive right into the parental, societal and religious origins for feelings of shame. Jules bravely shares her own experiences of shame at every age of her life, ranging from her early childhood memories of suppressing her true self, to later pledging abstinence with a religious authority, to her first sexual experience and the intense shame around sex as a woman, then to her recent divorce after a 10 year marriage. There are tears, laughter and endless insights about the universal human experience of shame, and our need for connection and belongingness with our community and most importantly within ourselves. Whatever your religious beliefs might be, this episode is a must-hear. Find Jules on her website Follow Jules on Instagram Jules works with women one-to-one in intimacy and feminine energy. After feeling shame in her sexuality, her relationships, and even her career, Jules began healing the only relationship she knew she’d be in forever: the one she had with herself. Her work in radical self-acceptance led to a coaching practice where she helps women connect with the genuine empowerment in intimacy that we all long for, but sometimes feel afraid of. She is also a mother, writer, and storyteller.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week John Kim @theangrytherapist makes a much-anticipated return to the podcast. John has made his mark on Instagram, sharing authentic, raw and unfiltered views on life, love and everything in-between and I'm honoured to call him a true friend. Join us as we dive into some deep waters around the tricky topic of dating. We break down how to swim 'past the breakers' - from the chaos of early dating to reach the calmer, deeper waters of relationship. We share our personal stories of heartbreak, codependency and self-betrayal, along with the self-work and awareness that has brought us both to far deeper breakthroughs in our connections to self and others. Wherever you are at in your dating life, I know this episode will have something powerful for you! ~ Discover: The positive and negative effects of social media and digital life What stories are waiting past "the breakers" You won't get new stories with old skills Presence and the invitation to love What does connection look like when it's greater than you? What is driving your behaviors? Can you understand them? How our love buds change Check out @theangrytherapist on Instagram Join John's text messaging list here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I am sharing my personal episode this week from the very edge of my truth. Life, to me, is best spent on the edge of what we know. The juice is found in the space that is outside of the familiar. I’m at currently at the edge of what my mind and body knows, the edge of grief, the edge of acceptance and surrender. When what we think we know is brought into question, the truth is realized. I’m still realizing... a lot. This week I invite you to join me into this awakening, and everything that comes with it. As Rumi says, “The wound is the place the light enters you.” Welcome to it all. ~  Discover: How do we meet anger with grace? We always have choice in our response You'll never lose expressing your truth and having your own back When have you felt most disconnected from yourself? In the devastation to everything is also the connection to everything. When you truly let go of everything, you can truly find yourself. What happens when we connect to our truth and inner knowing Why it's important to listen to the "nudges" Your rebellion is needed to open the next level of your life See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Mark is joined by the Mother Loving Future podcast hosts Amber L'Estrange and Jenna Pennrose. This episode was recorded live on stage at the Mercado Sagrado festival. In this discussion, we go deep into how relationships can be a portal for growth and healing. And in particular, how different relationship archetypes such as soul mates, life partners and twin flames, can all be necessary at different stages of life as we go through different phases of evolution and transformation.  Check out the Mother Loving Future Podcast Here Learn more about the Mercado Sagrado festival Here Join my Breakup Recovery Course here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your story does matter because it shaped you, but it is not who you are. Join me on a solo journey this week as I shed some light on how Create The Love came to be. Create The Love was born in part by my break down that came from the ending of a relationship. Rock bottoms are a chance to meet ourselves, and I was called in that breakup to break away from the social conditioning and pressure to 'fit in'. Over time, I have gradually learned to continue to let go of the life that I was taught to want and in doing so connected to my inner truth. That truth is, I don’t want to live behind masks. Love is not scarce, it is everywhere, and it is up to us to create it and cultivate it. In this episode I share some of the events of my childhood, teen years and early adulthood and reflect on how they shaped my journey. I go deep into how I learned to sit with and learn from painful experiences and emotions and invite you to do the same. Lastly, I want to thank you all for being such an important part of this journey and for joining me in creating the love together. ~  Discover: Why did this happen to me vs. why did this happen for me? The beautiful invitation to expansion We either repeat our patterns or we decide to learn from them The beliefs in your family system that have subconsciously programmed you Healing defensiveness Getting curious with our feelings before we shut down There are no shortcuts to healing Every next level of you requires the next level of you You can't be addicted to your mediocrity and your expansion at the same time Why do we abandon ourselves for others? Life will always humble you if you think you're better than it Certainty is not where growth is See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Selina Gray is an epic friend of mine who opens up on her journey to dropping the mask. Selina grew up with that feeling of being “not enough” due to both her mother’s criticism as well as not feeling "wealthy". Becoming a hustler early on meant Selina achieved huge financial success but found herself trapped within the mask of having it all. She found herself surrounded by money, labels and “success” but felt no meaning or connection. This week we discuss how Selina dropped the mask, how her body finally said no, and how she stepped into her truth to create Money Boss. ~  Discover: We absolutely must do the work around money What does money mean to you? The relationship to money and the rest of your life What is money wounding? Money is the vehicle we hide our truths How can we create safety around money? How can you be valuable without your masks? Being the observer Clearing resentment How to create freedom through inner richness Why we need to ask ourselves: What do you need to know here? Money is just love Follow Selina on Instagram Join the Richness Revolution (formerly Money Boss) Facebook here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you ever find yourself feeling out of balance, maybe with food, energy, or relationships? Sahara Rose opens us up to the world of ancient Ayurvedic medicine and the mind-body dosha system to understand what your body truly needs in order to be in balance. We work through the three dosha types, how to know your dosha, how to know if you’re in balance and how to get into balance if you’re not. If Ayurveda is new to you, then you cannot miss Sahara Rose! ~ Discover: What is Ayurveda? What is Dosha? Understanding Ayurvedic nutrition and what works with your body Vata, Pitta, Kapha energies The sacred pause How dosha's fuel our daily choices, cravings and even addiction Dosha's and their compass in life and relationship Follow Sahara Rose on InstagramCheck out Sahara’s podcastTake Sahara’s dosha quiz! Sahara Rose is the host of the Highest Self Podcast, ranked as the #1 top podcast in the spirituality category on iTunes and best-selling author of Eat Feel Fresh and Idiot's Guide to Ayurveda. She has been called “a leading voice for the millennial generation into the new paradigm shift” by Deepak Chopra. She loves to make spiritual + Ayurvedic wisdom fun and relatable so it can serve the needs of today's people.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our most popular podcast guest @AmyYoungCo is back this week for a no holds barred conversation. We started with a Q&A about connections and friendships with exes. It quickly evolved into a free flowing conversation about speaking without filters, sexualisation of social media, Instagram ‘likes’, gender norms, #MeToo, compassion, unifying with the male experience and healing through connection. If you loved Amy's last episode (of course you did!) then you don't want to miss this one! ~  Discover: Not everything is about you. Is it possible for you partner to be friends with your ex? What is empowered sexuality? Why are men so afraid of therapy? Men, heartbreak and the responsibility of their pain Holding the space of the masculine Follow Amy on her website here and her Instagram here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My good friend Josh Trent, CEO of @wellnessforce has joined me this week to discuss his journey home to truth. Josh started out much like myself in jobs, roles and spaces that did not align with his true inner being. His awakening started with health and wellness, but then became so much more. Josh explains a series of reckonings to be real that pulled him toward alignment, as well as the continuous process of expanding, letting go and coming closer to your true self. As Josh explains, the truth is hidden in plain sight and we can all find it by looking within. ~  Discover: Why we should always let our identity be fluid If you are open to being wrong, you're open to building a bridge Why is it so damn hard to create new patterns of communication? Getting the call to life - do you hang up or answer it? What is spiritual suicide? What is emotional wellness? Why we should lean in to the things that bring you the most growth The power of psychedelics and intention How embodiment creates safety What is the price of being asleep? Learn more about Josh and Wellness Force here! Josh Trent is the Founder of Wellness Force Media and host of the Wellness Force Radio Podcast. Josh has spent the past 16 years as a trainer, researcher, and facilitator discovering the physical and emotional intelligence for humans to thrive in our modern world.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I share more about Ky and I’s breakup and a closing ceremony we did for our relationship. I share about my process. Wow. I’m not gonna lie… this week was a tough one to do. I get emotional, I stay open. I discuss what it means to “adult”. How to navigate life’s pains and how to build trust again in oneself rather than making other people the authority on your life. No one knows you better than you. Enjoy this episode and grab a few Kleenex… not for you, but for me. :) ~  Discover: Navigating through breakups, grief and pain The conversations we have or don't have change our life Don't bypass the human in the human experience How to build self-trust Your heart is not broken, it's open Why you should turn towards endings Let life crack you open See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I am proud to call Erin Skye Kelly a true friend, mentor, and all around boss. Not only has she totally transformed my world, but she has done the same for countless others, and most importantly herself too. In this episode we dive right into the power of our own choices, we go deep into my current heartbreak, and we unpack the process by which Erin ended the toxic relationship with her family of origin. This is such an important topic for so many people who struggle with difficult or abusive parents. There is so much to learn about the power of boundaries and choices to shape our future. ~  Discover: Why we can take in wisdom but don't change Class 1, 2, 3 experiences and how they will change your life The roadmap to a Class 1 life When do you know you are forcing something vs. doing the work Expectations vs. standards What are we trying to avoid? Resentment shows you where you aren't prioritizing yourself How to have boundaries with toxic family relationships Breaking the branch off the family tree to regrow a new one Join Erin Skye Kelly here! Listen to the podcast on silence we were discussing called Gangaji here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Nicole LePera @the.holistic.psychologist is truly a game changer in the world of psychology and mental wellness. I was so honoured to join her and discuss her very personal journey into becoming the holistic psychologist and her movement for self-healing. Dr LePera opens up with us on her own childhood, her working through familial enmeshment and codependency, and her foundational practices for self care that are so crucial for every one of us. It is a truly courageous journey to confront the harm we may face within our own family unit, and to break free from bonds that may feel impossible to change. I hope that for anyone who is struggling with difficult or enmeshed family patterns, the wisdom of Dr LePera gives you renewed hope for a future of freedom to be your true self. ~ Discover: Anxiety, psychology, gut health, trauma and the connection to our nervous system How patterns in family can be passed down Our subconscious mind runs the show (95%!) Why we need to look at the imbalances in our gut Why food, sleep and circadian rhythm affects your nervous system What is over-activation of the nervous system Why we as humans have become dysregulated How to build your mental muscle Tools to shift your mind when life hits you What is emotional addiction? What are your edges? Ending family enmeshment Find more of The Holistic Psychologists resources Here! Find The Holistic Psychologist YouTube Here! Dr. Nicole LePera was trained in clinical psychology at Cornell University and the New School. She is a holistic psychologist who founded the Mindful Healing Center in Philadelphia. Her work addresses the connection between the mind and body and incorporates nutrition, lifestyle and psychological wellness practices. She is the creator of the movement #selfhealers where people from around the world are joining together in community to take healing into their own hands.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My good friend Dr Jeremy Goldberg @longdistancelovebombs has joined me this week to dive deep into heartbreak. We both open up about our past experiences of breakups and heartbreak, we go all the way back to our childhoods and early experiences. We explore how our conceptions of love and heartbreak have radically transformed as we have both done our work as adults over the years. This was such a healing and loving episode for me, where we both explored our pain and held space for each other. I really hope this episode helps you in having compassion for your own heartbreaks too. ~ Discover: Why we need to have tea with our rock bottom There is a fundamental aliveness to feeling anything deeply Grief is a powerful opportunity to get curious We get to choose who we want to be in the face of pain Sometimes choosing love means choosing yourself When you face heartbreak, who are you? Don't shame the part of you that woke you up Your greatest lesson is your greatest opportunity Don't overlook the value of play Where we find ourselves again Find out more about the Breakup Recovery Special Live Call Offer here! Find out more about Dr Jeremy Goldberg here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maya Angelou famously said that ‘love liberates, it doesn’t bind’. My relationship coming to a close is not a failing, a giving up, or a problem to be solved. In this episode I want to refocus on what is important - the victory isn’t the relationship lasting - the victory is in the process of who you become along the way. And through this process I have been fully liberated, to being all of myself, to loving, and to living all out with no holds barred. This is exactly the delicious, messy, complex journey that I love, that is life. After spending some time connecting to the universe and self, I am surrendering to letting life move through me, I am turning towards it all. I hope that this episode will invite you to do the same. ~  Discover: The beauty of relationships ending What gifts you find in the challenges Relationships are mirrors for our own up-leveling We show up differently when we feel worthy of being chosen The difference between compassion and tolerance Where addiction comes from and what it means The beauty of contrast Join my special Breakup Recovery Live Here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every single human has surely suffered with feeling invalidated for their emotions. Author of ’It’s Not Always Depression’ and psychotherapist, Hilary Jacobs Hendel joined us to explore her ground-breaking work on emotions. Many of us have never really learned the true anatomy of our emotions. As Hilary explains, we can build our lives around avoiding the true feeling of our emotions. For many of us our early experiences with emotions involved us being told to ‘get over it’ in one way or another. Fully embracing emotions like anger and hurt means going against our conditioning, and some of these emotions seem downright scary. Could we end up lashing out in rage? Or could embracing our pain actually open the pathway toward calm, composure and compassion? Hilary walks us through the model she uses that allows people to experience - often for the first time in their lives - how to fully feel a feeling, and the freedom that this experiences offers us. 1.30 mins - Introduction to the Break up Recovery course. 4 mins - Introduction to Hilary Jacobs Hendel. 6 mins - Emotions are involuntary physical responses, we cannot just ‘get over them’. 9 mins - What are positive emotions - expansive experiences, what does it feel like to allow them to arise? 14 mins - “It runs in the family” the narrative of inherited patterns. 18 mins - What is anxiety and how does it exist within the body? 22 mins - Understanding the change triangle and the impact of shame. 29 mins - Experiencing the full emotional wave, the emotional experience of anger. 39 mins - Moving though childhood trauma. 47 mins - How do we know if we have suppressed core emotions? 54 mins - I feel therefore I am. 1hr 3mins - Working through other peoples emotions. 1hr 18mins - Free resources from Hilary Jacobs Hendel. Hilary Jacobs Hendel, LCSW, takes the complex world of emotions and makes them easy to understand for all. She is author of the award-winning self-help book on emotions called, It’s Not Always Depression: Working the Change Triangle to Listen to the Body, Discover Core Emotions, and Connect to Your Authentic Self (Random House, 2018). She is a certified psychoanalyst and AEDP psychotherapist and supervisor. She has published articles in The New York Times, TIME, Oprah, Salon, and professional journals. Hendel also consulted on the psychological development of characters on AMC’s Mad Men. Hilary’s blog on emotions and how to use them for wellbeing is read worldwide. For more FREE resources on emotions and emotional health, visit: Hilaryjacobshendel.com Find out more about the Change Triangle Here It's Not Always Depression by Hilary Jacobs HendelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This game-changing episode will entirely change the way you look at mental health. Dr Kelly Brogan is a psychiatrist and a New York Times bestselling author who has walked the path of integrative and holistic health. While being trained as a psychiatrist, Dr Brogan was a staunch supporter of the pharmaceutical model for symptom suppression. After her own illness and resultant awakening, Dr Brogan entirely changed her clinical practice. Dr Brogan describes the “bait and switch” trap of the medical system, capturing highly sensitive people with medications that often turn situational pain into chronic illness. She argues that rather than suppressing our symptoms we can learn what they are here to teach us, we can see our vulnerability as a gift rather than a curse. Far from being trapped, we are emerging into a zeitgeist of reparenting and unconditional love for self. Dr Brogan describes the joy of liberation from darkness and the power in self care. We can all liberate ourselves to life and Dr Brogan walks us through the model she uses to heal all kinds of illness. 1 min - Introduction from Mark, Dr. Kelly Brogan’s book, psychological science, pharmaceuticals, and all of their interconnectedness. 7 mins - Dr. Kelly Brogan’s introduction. 9 mins - Dr. Kelly Brogan’s background in psychiatry, her journey to integrative and holistic psychiatry. Realising that as a clinician nobody was ever encouraged to investigate the root causes of presenting symptoms. 13 mins - The story we tell ourselves about our mental health, we cannot win the war against ourselves. 18 mins - Doctor induced harm and the impact of medication on making symptoms chronic. The role of habit forming chemicals. Why psychiatrists would remain defensive of a school of thought they’ve invested hundreds of thousands of dollars in learning. 23 mins - The risks of medications emerging in recent research, the benefit of medications going to only 18% of patients. 28 mins - Working with vulnerability rather than against it. Self discovery vs symptom suppression. The bait and switch, capturing highly sensitive people within the system. 32 mins - Beginning to relate to pain as a source of power rather than weakness. The joy of liberation from darkness and secrecy. The power of self care and self liberation. 46 mins - The chemical imbalance theory of mental health and the shift away from it. How to turn off the alarm bells that activate the flight, fight, freeze. 57 mins - Making the decision to heal from the root. Making the decision to end the suffering. 1.05 mins - Dr Brogan’s model for self healing, the common types of illness and the model for healing these. Changing mentality and the resultant shift in your life.\ Kelly Brogan, M.D., is a holistic health psychiatrist, author of the New York Times bestselling book, A Mind of Your Own, and the children’s book, A Time for Rain, and co-editor of the landmark textbook, Integrative Therapies for Depression. She completed her psychiatric training and fellowship at NYU Medical Center after graduating from Cornell University Medical College and has a B.S. from M.I.T. in Systems Neuroscience. She is board-certified in psychiatry, psychosomatic medicine, and integrative holistic medicine and is specialized in a root-cause resolution approach to psychiatric syndromes and symptoms. She is a certified KRI Kundalini Yoga teacher and a mother of two. Preorder Dr Kelly Brogan's newest book 'Own Your Self' Here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anger is one of the most powerful emotions, it can change lives and change the world. But it can also become incredibly destructive. Alistair Moes (Angerman) is an expert on all things anger. In this episode we delve into what anger means, what it looks like and feels like and how we can use it in healthy ways to deepen our connections with self and others. 1 min - Intro from Mark - the difficulty in engaging with our anger. 3 mins - The breakup recovery course. 4 mins - Intro to Alistair Moes - what happens when we don’t express anger? 6 mins - The link between our gut health and our anger. 11 mins - Alistair’s own experience with boundaries in childhood. 20 mins - Identifying where you are repressing emotions. 28 mins  - The power of listening and witnessing your partner. 41 mins - The power in choosing to have hard conversations. 49 mins - The connection between rage and grief. 56 mins - How to engage with your anger, using resources to learn about anger. Alistair Moes (Angerman) is an International Anger Management Expert and Author, who has been working professionally as a counsellor/educator since 1989 and as an anger management specialist in private practice since 1995. Alistair has worked with those who have enormous challenges in the world: from high performance business leaders, gold medal winning Olympic and professional athletes and coaches people that are close to homeless. Anger is an equal opportunity emotion. Alistair has developed a manner of working, which is respectful, solution-focussed and based on both academic theory and extensive experience. This experience includes working with trauma, and historic abuse in a manner that honours each person and allows for deep healing.  Find Angerman on Instagram here and more resources hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you know what traumas happened to your grandparents, or great-grandparents? Do you know how those traumas might be impacting on your patterns or triggers today? My guest this week is one of the world’s leading experts in the field of intergenerational trauma. Mark Wolynn not only shares his research and understandings of the field, but also his own story and the stories of some of his clients in understanding their inherited traumas. I was completely mindblown by this episode, whether you know your family history or not, you absolutely must not miss this conversation. Episode Highlights: 3 mins - Intro to Mark Wolynn and family trauma. 5 mins - How major life events or triggers can relate to experiences of previous generations. 11 mins - Are we ‘wired this way’ or have we inherited our patterns? 13 mins - How we can understand the nature of epigenetics through research on mice. 20 mins - Why do we repeat our traumas? 24 mins - The story of Sarah and her grandparents trauma. 32 mins - The ‘family tree’ and who the family system includes beyond biological family members. 37 mins - Opening up the possibility of our ‘work’ being beyond just our individual experiences, how our ‘remembrances’ live in our body. 40 mins - Mark Wolynn’s story of his own inherited traumas. 43 mins - Recoding or rewiring our stress responses. 48 mins - Mark Wolynn’s workshops and resources. Episode Notes:Mark Wolynn (accent on second syllable) is the director of the Family Constellation Institute in San Francisco. He is a leading expert in the field of inherited family trauma. His book It Didn't Start With You: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle is the winner of the 2016 Nautilus Book Award in psychology, and has been translated into 17 languages. His articles have appeared in Psychology Today, Mind Body Green, MariaShriver.com, Elephant Journal and Psych Central, and his poetry has been published in The New Yorker. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These personal special episodes have been truly cathartic for me in uncovering the vulnerable, raw emotions that I would have once repressed. In this episode I explore attachment styles, our needs and boundaries. For those of us with anxious attachment patterns, we often give up parts of ourselves in order to stay in relationship. But this doesn’t have to be our destiny, by connecting with our truth we have the power to rewrite our story completely. 1 min - The power of sharing and not repressing emotion. 5 mins - Having compassion for ourselves. 7 mins - Attachment styles and the research behind them. 14 mins - 10 seconds of courage to make a change in your life. 18 mins - If you have resentment, you have bad boundaries. 22 mins - What we do when we’re afraid of love. 27 mins - What is a breakup here to teach us? 29 mins - The breakup recovery course.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many of us assume that we automatically feel our feelings, but unfortunately it’s not that simple. There are so many ways society encourages us to deny, avoid and repress emotions. Megan Jane Soutar is a self healing guide who I have had the honor of knowing as a friend and client for many years. As Megan describes in our interview, her transformation has taken her from someone who numbed emotion, to someone who intellectualized emotion, then finally to someone who could FEEL their emotions, fully. And in this transformation Megan has come to working with others in truly feeling their feelings too.  Episode Highlights: 1 min - Marks introduction, dealing with hard emotions. 6 mins - Introduction to Megan Souter and her role as a self healing guide. 15 mins - Numbing emotions instead of feeling them. 17 mins - Megan’s experience of depression in childhood and living with mental illness within the family. 21 mins - Living within a disruptive household. 27 mins - Intellectualizing emotions to avoid feeling them. 31 mins - The safety to have your own experience and emotions. 39 mins - Megan’s experience of bullying throughout school. 46 mins - Living at your highest level of integrity.  50 mins - Dealing with major life changes and coming off of medications. 59 mins - How Megan is using her story in her life and work today. 1hr 7 mins - Shaming our feelings. 1hr 18 mins - Stepping out of the story we have been assigned. Episode Links: Megan Jane Souter Megan's Instagram  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Technology has completely changed our world, but have we adapted? The online revolution has opened new avenues for addiction, social connection, disconnection and distress. There are millions of ways that we are marketed to become addicted to technology: the colours, sounds, styles, ‘likes’, games and more. We can change our relationship to technology, but it means going so much deeper than just setting rules or limits. This weeks episode is so important, I will admit I have struggled with my relationship to technology and have learned so much from Miles on how to change this. Episode highlights: 1 min - Intro to episode by Mark Groves. 4 mins - Intro to Miles, how our bodies react to the online world in relation to our biological evolution. 9 mins - How social cues impact our wellbeing, both online and offline. 15 mins - How our relationship to the world can lose its sense of reality when we are so often online. 18 mins - The mentality of “just do it”. 22 mins - Mark’s anxiety around his phone. 27 mins - Changing our subconscious relationship to technology. 32 mins - How much time are we spending with screens per day? 34 mins - Digital detoxing. 41 mins - Taking control of technology instead of letting it control you. 47 mins - New avenues for connection online, a new world of choices. 52 mins - Being conscious of our online behavior, what is behind it? Episode links:Miles Rote’s Online Course:  How to use social media to improve your wellbeing Miles Rote - Self Mastery Teacher & Digital Wellness Coach, Miles illuminates the effects of modern technology on humanity & helps bridge the growing gap between our online world & our inner one through his platform, How To Become Yourself.  Miles Rote's WebsiteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode I dive into my personal story of awakening and rejoining my heart. We all suffer betrayals, usually beginning in our childhood. And often in these betrayals, we learn to hide away parts of ourselves to survive and remain connected to those around us. This is my story of undoing those learnings and making the choice to claim my personal truth. 1:00 - Introduction to the Create The Love Bookclub. 3:00 - Mark's story of his engagement ending. 6:00 - How and why we end up hiding parts of ourselves. 9:00 - Making the choice to rejoin my heart. 12:00 - When I decided I was done with relationships. 15:00 - Give yourself the space to make mistakes, life is your playground. How to use your triggers. 20:00- Leaving too soon or staying too long? 22:00 - Relationships are the greatest determinant of health. 28:00 - The power of connection to self. Episode Notes: Join our Create The Love Bookclub!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anahata Ananda is a wonderful friend of mine, she is also a healer, coach and guide and in this episode she walks us through the connection between spirituality and relationship. We go deep into understanding how a spiritual journey can lead us home to ourselves, and how the depth of our spiritual connection to ourself relates so much to our depth of connection with our partner. Anahata supports us in seeing how our life experiences can lift us toward faith and consciousness and out of the victim mentality.  Episode Highlights:1 mins - Mark’s introduction - the narratives we live and how we can break them. 8 mins - Book Club Introduction! Join the Create The Love Community. 11 mins - Anahata Ananda introduction.  13 mins - Finding humour in the journey. 15 mins - The spiritual crisis, what is it? What tangents do we have to follow in order to find the path back to wholeness? 23 mins - How our journey relates to our chakras. 34 mins - Are you living out of fear or faith? What clues or messages are you not listening to?  38 mins - When we put the burden of alignment on our partner.  46 mins - How much baggage we all carry and how we can start to move through it. 50 mins - How we can step out of victim mentality and into consciousness. 55 mins - Unconditional love, the journey of coming home to unconditional love. 60 mins - Where are you still holding onto pain? 1hr 5mins - Finding the way to our truth is a process not an outcome, reclaiming your truth. Episode Notes: Free Chakra Balancing Audio Guide And Discount Codes!Anahata Ananda blends the compassion and tenderness of an Angel and the wisdom and strength of a Shaman to guide profound journeys of core healing and spiritual awakening. As a Certified High-Performance Coach, Shamanic Healer and Soul Guide, Anahata has guided thousands of individuals through core life shifts, helping them to turn their life around and manifest the life of their dreams. Anahata is the host of the internationally acclaimed Shamangelic Healing Podcast. She is the founder of Shamangelic Healing, based in Sedona Arizona, where she offers high-performance coaching, inspirational workshops, group retreats, private healing sessions, and online courses. For more about Anahata's services, visit: Shamangelichealing.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Campbell is a men’s coach who specialises in helping men connect to their hearts in every aspect of life. In this episode we go deep in unpacking the messages men receive throughout their lives about love and commitment. Why do so many men seem to swim in the emotional shallow end of relationships? How do we deal with avoidance in relationship? AND, how can we change the narrative? Mike is as real as they come and a true friend, I am honored that he has shared this important and necessary conversation with us all. Episode Highlights: 1 min - Introduction from Mark. 3 mins - The Breakup Recovery Course is now live. 5 mins - Mike Campbell introduction, what does coaching men involve?  9 mins - Masculinity and the societal messages about being male and committing to relationships. 13 mins - The avoidance of relationship and commitment, the power of fear, what is below this fear? 20 mins - The invalidation of our emotional expression that so often occurs. 22 mins - What is stopping men from opening up? The impact of suffering in silence. 28 mins - Staying in the ‘safety’ of the superficial world. 32 mins - Mike’s engagement breakup story, how he went straight into business and how he started to open up. 39 mins - The necessity of hard conversation, are you willing to walk away if your partner can’t step forward? 43 mins - Dealing with a partner who ‘dances in the grey area’. 49 mins - Becoming ‘grounded’ with yourself and dealing with becoming grounded in relationship. 55 mins - How boundaries can help to create trust and truth in relationship. Episode Notes: Breakup Recovery Course Mike Campbell Instagram Mike Campbell is a men’s coach, author, and tragic wannabe professional stone fruit eater, Mike is the founder of The School of Personal Mastery – a group coaching program for men wanting to get their shit together and achieve greater success and happiness in their career, relationships, and life - without the guilt and hang-ups. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a very personal episode for me, this is my own journey with codependency. Throughout our lives we all become part of widely accepted social contracts through our childhood, religion, community and family. This is my story of breaking some of the social contracts that did not align to my own truth or integrity. It took a lot of vulnerability to break those social contract and also to open up on this topic, so I truly hope it resonates. Episode Highlights: 1min - My own personal story and learning about codependency in my own life. 2 mins - My relationship to alcohol. 4 mins - How I’d kept one foot in and out foot out with my commitments to change. 5 mins - What unspoken agreements do you hold onto that you don’t truly believe? 10 mins - If i loved myself what would i do? 16 mins - The addiction to trying to save others. 19 mins - I don’t “have it all together”, the power of compassion for self. 22 mins - Where have you been taught to hide your truth? If this episode resonated for you please remember to subscribe, leave a review, let me know what you'd like to hear more of, and share with your loved ones!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Kate Horsman shares her personal story with an eating disorder. Kate shares her ‘fall into grace’ as she left the harsh, competitive world of ballet and made her way through hospitalisation and the life long task of healing. In a world where disordered eating and negative body image are so normalized, Kate’s voice cuts through the pain experienced by so many to offer compassion and hope that we can finally come home to feel safe in our own bodies. As Kate so warmly describes, the way out is to nourish ourselves. Whether you believe you have a healthy relationship with food and your body, there are so many gems offered by Kate in this episode. Episode Highlights: 2 mins - Intro, the teacher arrives when the student is ready. 8 mins - Breakup Recovery Course. 10 mins - Please leave a written review if you enjoy this episode! 11 mins - Kate Horsman introduction, background in ballet and childhood. 19 mins - How Kate’s body communicated her needs. 25 mins - What caused Kate to drop it all and leave. 30 mins - Male eating disorders and the pathway into eating disorders for boys and girls. 34 mins - How do you become safe in your body? 38 mins - The normalization of unhealthy eating. 46 mins - Committing to healing and nourishing yourself. 53 mins - Finding your voice in your healing. 57 mins - Movement as healing. 1hr 2mins - Surviving the present moment. 1hr 4mins - Kate’s current work supporting others in healing, the power of compassion. 1hr 17mins - Kate's new course coming soon. Episode Notes:Kate Horsman InstagramKate Horsman.comKate Horsman is a Nutritionist, Counsellor and Mindfulness Leader in Vancouver BC. Her training through both professional counselling and nutrition, provide the bridge between the mind-body connection which lends greatly to her specialization in Eating Disorders and Mental Illness. Allowing food and the brain as a medium for embodied change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Skelly is a dear friend of mine that has truly changed lives with her work on loving ourselves, loving our bodies and using breathwork to meet our pain with love. Whatever pain you might be experiencing in your life and whether you know the root cause of your pain or not, Sam walks you through how to meet pain with love. Sam specializes in loving our bodies and our relationship with food, but also with using breathwork as the bridge to meeting our pain. When we meet our pain with love, finally the pain can transform. Sam walks us through a practical example of how to use breathwork in everyday life. If you think that the idea of breathwork isn’t for you, then this episode is most definitely for you! Episode Highlights: 2 mins - Intro to episode. 10 mins - Intro to Sam Skelly, how Mark and Sam met, the mission of hungry for happiness. 15 mins - The link between the body and emotions. 20 mins - Childhood messaging around bodies and eating. 28 mins - The game of life if the ultimate goal of happiness. 30 mins - Meeting pain with love. 36 mins - Meditation and breath work. 43 mins - Breathwork with Pause, how we stop ‘doing’ and learn to just be, why are we addicted to our phones? 48 mins - 20 second breathwork example. 53 mins - Breathwork as a metaphor for life. 55 mins - Pain that is preverbal, how breathwork sessions can give rise to intergenerational pain. Episode Links: Hungry for Happiness Pause Audio Samantha Skelly on Instagram Samantha Skelly WebsiteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Ghosting* it's a phenomenon! One of the most common questions I am asked is 'how do I respond to this person who has just suddenly disappeared?' In this video we unpack the phenomenon of ghosting. Why is is happening? What is behind it? How should we respond, if at all? If you've ever ghosted someone, or been ghosted, this episode is for you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Kim (aka The Angry Therapist) has made his mark on Instagram, sharing authentic, raw and unfiltered views on life, love and everything in-between. This week I was honored to discuss his approach and in particular we go deep on the difference between young love and healthy love. If you are wondering how to step into healthy love and beyond the highs and lows of superficial dating, then John Kim is your man! Episode Highlights: 1 min - Intro to episode. 2 mins - Being authentic online. 5 mins - Being a therapist vs being a coach. 12 mins - Starting over and having nothing to lose. 16 mins - Healthy love vs unhealthy love or young love. 24 mins - Relationships are built, not found. 29 mins - The bad boy and the codependent. 35 mins - False beliefs and limiting beliefs. 41 mins - Why don’t we study relationships? 45 mins - Accepting that not all relationships are meant to last. Episode Links: The Angry Therapist Website The Angry Therapist InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jamie Elizabeth Thompson is a holistic intimacy and sex specialist and we had the most amazing conversation about awakening our sexual selves. Sex and sexuality is such a difficult topic for so many people. Whether it be via our culture, familial upbringing, or religious conditioning, there is still so much shame wrapped up in our sexual selves. Jamie and I discuss how we can move through our conditioning and use our vulnerability to empower and explore our sexual selves. Jamie brings so much understanding and knowledge on the power of the erotic to this episode and I’m so excited to bring you this important conversation, whatever your sexuality, relationship type or gender this episode is for you. Podcast Highlights: 1 min - Introduction to the episode on sex and sexuality. 6 mins - Please leave a review where ever you listen! 6.30 mins - The ‘Create The Love’ course discount, ends soon! 8 mins - Intro to Jamie Thomson’s work with sex and sexuality. 12 mins - Sexual energy and using it in your life as well as the bedroom. 16 mins - Puritanism vs hyper-sexualisation. 20 mins - Narratives around female sexual repression and male sexual shame. 27 mins - The shadow side of sex. 30 mins - Erotic intelligence and the erotic actualization pyramid. 32 mins - How we can have great sex and how we can break our conditioning. 40 mins - Breaking down our sexual shame and repression. 47 mins - The feminine sexuality and giving women permission to ask for what they need. 49 mins - Erotic love languages. 60 mins - Asking for what you want and the ways to ask. 1hr 03 mins - Integrating our hearts, minds and genitals. Podcast Links:Create The Love course starting soon!Jamie Elizabeth Thompson FacebookJamie's InstagramJamie's WebsiteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’m so excited to introduce you to Leah Brathwaite. She is a dear friend of mine and I have had the honour of watching her life transform as well as now seeing her write about her personal transformation in her new book. This week we breakdown what life transformation can feel like, from undoing old, traditional or religious scripts for life, to writing new ones based on our deepest truths. Leah’s story will resonate with so many of you, so I can’t wait for you to hear this. 1 min - Mark’s trip to Calgary and it’s serendipity of life. 3 mins - The life we “should” have had. 7 mins - The new ‘Create The Love’ course. 11 mins - Intro to Leah Brathwaite and her book. 15 mins - The “I’ll be happy when” life and how to reclaim your own true life. 20 mins - Peeling back the layers of your conditioning, Leah’s story, ‘performing’ for love. 25 mins - When you look around and don’t recognize your own life. 30 mins - Moments of awakening. 35 mins - When we wake up but just dig deeper. 50 mins - Are you a victim or living through choice? 64 mins - Getting confident with allowing life to move through you. Episode Links:Leah Brathwaite InstagramLeah’s book: A New Way of Life: A Guide for Transformation from Living a Lie to Freeing Your SoulMy new Create The Love course! bit.ly/createthelove Leah Brathwaite Leah is a Soul Advisor, author of 'A New Way of Life: A Guide for Transformation from Living a Lie to Freeing Your Soul', speaker, and a woman who is deeply committed to helping others reach their full potential, live a meaningful life and make their dreams a reality. In short, Leah helps women connect to their soul so they can live the lives they dream of. Through her writing, workshops and group mentorship program, she offers guidance to better understand and live in alignment with who you really are, what you really want and what you're meant to do.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I am so excited to introduce an author whose work has impacted my work so significantly. Dr. Christopher Ryan wrote the epic book ‘Sex at Dawn’ in 2010, and he has gone on to continue researching and writing on human evolution. We discuss it all - human evolution, sex and connection, modernity, the agricultural revolution and how it shifted our sexual behaviour, the internet revolution today, and what all of it means for our lives and our happiness. His work is truly fascinating and I am so honoured that he has shared this work with us today. Episode Highlights: 7 mins - Introducing the book ‘Sex at Dawn’. 13 mins - Sex. What is it all about? How much are we doing it and WHY? 15 mins - The science and research behind ‘Sex at Dawn’. 19 mins - The intention and the truths behind the book. 22 mins - Monogamy and it’s challenges. 24 mins - Sex education around the world today. 28 mins - The modern world and our lack of connection, how does this compare to our evolution? 36 mins - The evolution of civilization from hunter-gathers to today's modern age. What went wrong? 39 mins - The age of the internet, what has social media done to us? 43 mins - The economic system - what has the modernity meant for humankind, what has the agricultural evolution done for us? 53 mins - The history of polygamy in earlier societies. 55 mins - Micro-biomes - what are they, how are they exchanged and how do they affect us. Episode Notes: Sex at Dawn - The BookDr. Christopher Ryan’s PodcastWhat Makes This Thing GreatInstagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you throw yourself into your career, or fitness, or diet - so that you can pretend that your relationships aren’t a problem? Do you feel like your always needing to resolve some problem? Today’s episode with Sheri Salata is for you. Sheri leads us in understanding that we are not problems waiting to be solved. We make the mistake of thinking we are broken and everyone else is living an ‘instagram life’. The fact is that we are all our own experts, none of us have it all ‘figured out’ but we all know the recipe to love ourselves home. Episode Highlights 5 min - Connection to self, consciousness of self, and Sheri’s new book. 8 min - Sheri’s role with Oprah Winfrey. 10 min - Finding alignment and when we get ‘distracted’ from true alignment. 14 mins - Loving yourself. Love yourself first. Love yourself most. And how does this relate to any relationship? 21 mins - Do you really want to live the life of your dreams, or do you want to continue to skip out? Do you seek from your wounds or from your light? 28 mins - love as both the path and the destination 31 mins - Its never too late to live the life of your dreams. 35 mins - Having your own back everyday. 41 mins - What is the ‘beautiful no?’ 44 mins - Not wasting time, how to not waste another day out of alignment. We are not too old and it is not too late. Episode Notes The Beautiful NO: And Other Tales of Trial, Transcendence, and Transformation by Sheri Salata Sheri Salata on InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Standing up for yourself with love. Terry Real is leading the revolution of breaking down the patriarchy one relationship at a time. He is an internationally recognized Family Therapist, Speaker and Author of four acclaimed books on relationships. Terry founded the Relational Life Institute (RLI) offering workshops for couples, individuals and parents around the country. Terry's approach is about 'Straight Talk to Difficult People', he has no time for the traditional heirarchical patraichal approach in relationships. He argues that through standing up for yourself with love, not only can relationships be saved, but society can also be transformed from patriarchy to loving equality. Episode Highlights 3 min - The gaps in traditional couple therapy approaches. 5 mins - The grandiosity and superior complex in relationship. 6 mins - Moving beyond patriarchy and traditional gender roles. 8 mins - The ‘Grey Divorce’ revolution - the end of women caretaking men. 11 mins - Men aren’t unhappy in marriage, women are. 12 mins - Connection, hierarchies and winning in relationship. 17 mins - The negating of women’s voices in couples therapy. 21 mins - The traditional and newer masculinities. 24 mins - The difference between personal empowerment and relational empowerment - breaking the back of patriarchy. Standing up for yourself with love. 27 mins - Terry's personal experience in confronting the power broker. 29 mins - The use of sex in place of connection. 42 mins - Your partners CNI - what is it and how to use it. 47 mins - We all marry our unfinished business. We are attracted to what needs to be healed. Episode Links Terry Real's Website The 20 Practices text: 202 517 2151 Terry's BooksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Traver Boehm is the leader of the UNcivilized Men’s Movement. He coaches, leads, writes, speaks and trains men in the art of connection to self. This week I was honoured to hear Traver’s personal story, how his life completely transformed when he lost his marriage, his business partnership and in the process almost his mind. But far from it, he has come to champion the revolution for men to connect to their most authentic self and redefine their inner masculinity. Episode Highlights 9 mins - The two ends of the masculinity continuum - The Marlboro Man versus the Nice Guy. 10 mins - Why do we stick it out with emotional robots? Everyone says they want a ‘conscious’ man, but are they actually ready? 14 mins - Integrating the masculine and feminine, boundaries, trust, sexuality and safety. 19 mins - When a woman can’t connect to her partner, when “she can’t feel you”. 30 mins - Therapy vs coaching, Traver’s first experience with couples therapy. 33 mins - Traver’s divorce and rockbottom breakthrough. 43 mins - Traver’s journey through the spiritual - The Year To Live Project. 55 mins - Breaking through to authenticity. 1hr 10mins - Traver's experience in hospices. Episode Notes Traver Boehm Instagram The UNcivilized Movement Make Pain Your Guru TED talkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode I speak with physician, chef, and integrative medicine expert, Dr. Robert Graham. Nowadays, there is more interest and awareness of the link between what we eat and our overall mental and physical wellness. But what does it really mean? What does our gut health mean for our mental health? What are the most important factors driving our health? Is food the ultimate medicine, or is there more to it? This week I jam with my favourite physician and good friend, Dr. Robert Graham to break it all down! Episode Highlights: 8 mins - The relationship between nutrition and health. 12 mins - Evidence based medicine, what does it mean? 15 mins - The biggest medical crisis of our time? Holistic and integrative medicine? The role of the gut in overall health and wellbeing? 18 mins - The link between gut health and emotional health. How to high conflict relationships impact your overall health? 23 mins - Love and overall health. 28 mins - The most important factor in your health - who you surround yourself with. 32 mins - Fatigue - the most common illness seen today. 35 mins - The link between IBS and our mental wellness. 43 mins - Is food a kind of medicine? 5 mins - Vegetarian vs vegan. Episode Notes: Dr. Robert Graham is a Harvard trained physician, Board Certified in both Internal and Integrative Medicine and has over 15 years of clinical experience.  Dr. Graham received his medical degree from the School of Medicine at Stony Brook University Medical Center, Stony Brook, NY and completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, where he received the Community Service Award and subsequently the prestigious “Attending of the Year” award.   Dr. Graham received a Master’s of Public Health from the Harvard School of Public Health while completing three additional fellowships in General Internal Medicine and Complementary and Integrative Medical Therapies at Harvard Medical School as well as Medical Education at Mount Auburn Hospital in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He also completed course-work in Mind/Body Medicine, Positive Psychology, Lifestyle Medicine, Culinary Medicine, Botanical and Traditional Chinese Medicine.  In 2018, Dr. Graham became one of less than twenty doctor/chef’s worldwide, as he obtained his culinary degree from the Natural Gourmet Institute.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Raphael Cano is a love activist and warrior. He and I met very serendipitously in a coffee shop in NYC, and from that day onward our friendship has continued to evolve and expand. Raphael’s mission is to elevate humanity through universal truths and his own divine shine. Raphael’s friendship has been life-changing for me in so many ways, and in this episode I wanted to highlight how Raphael has supported me in having the space to understand how heteronormativity affects people in the LGBTQ+ community. Raphael walks us through his pathway to coming out, then later, to becoming a love warrior. His courage and energy is inspiring and I am so honoured that he shared his story with us for my podcast. Episode Highlights: 4 mins - How Raphael and Mark first connected - Raphael’s first breakup. 9 mins - Intuition, gut feelings and following your joy. Is it all just love and light? 16 mins - Raphael’s life story - his first kiss, his story of coming out and his upbringing. 26 mins - The HighSchool Bully - and the projection and rejection of being gay. 33 mins - Raphael’s years of denial of his sexuality and the stress of living out of alignment. 39 mins - Raphael’s stepping into alignment, his first boyfriend. 42 mins - Raphael’s family’s response and finding his voice and confidence - how ‘Prayers for Bobby’ impacted him. 50 mins - The Stages of Coming Out - trauma, acceptance and authenticity. 55 mins - Elevating and changing, how dating changes and the dating pool changes. 64 mins - The equality that occurs in a mind, body and soul connected relationship. 70 mins - Come out as your highest self - whatever that might mean for you. Episode links: Raphael Cano PodcastRaphael Cano InstagramFind LGBTQ+ resource centres here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Sheleana Aiyana and I talk about Rising Woman. What does it mean to be a rising woman? How did Sheleana’s life lead her to this work? How does one begin to transform pain and trauma into self-compassion and healing? How can we start stepping into our power? If you have ever been impacted by childhood wounds (all of us)  then this episode is for you. Episode Highlights: 1min - Sheleana’s story - how did she come to do this work. 2.30mins - Denial as a coping mechanism and the wakeup call in betrayal and breakup. 4mins - Acceptance as the path toward healing. 6mins - Shea’s life path - the childhood wounds and traumas. 9mins - Transforming pain into healing. 11mins - What is shadow work? How does our shadow impact us and our relationships? 13mins - What are the most common coaching issues and patterns Sheleana sees? 17mins - How did trauma show up in Sheleana’s life? 23mins - When you are willing and ready to change, when are you sick of your own shit? 25mins - Victim mentality and letting go of it. 33mins - How do we start taking responsibility and stepping into our power? 37mins - Inner child work and self-soothing. 41mins - The difference between compassion and tolerance - the curse of the empath. 46mins - The process of healing, how does it work? Podcast links:Rising Woman InstagramSheleana Aiyana More about Sheleana: Rising Woman is led by Sheleana and her co-founder Heather, who are trained facilitators and guides of shadow-work, conscious relationship, breathwork, and tantric practices. Their current offering is the Heal Your Relationships Program. An 8-Week Journey into the Heart of Your Relationship Patterns. Sheleana is also a trained Doula, having gone through multiple certification programs, including a full-spectrum training with midwife Molly Dutton-Kenney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Julie Schwartz Gottman is one of the world’s most preeminent relationship researchers. Along with her husband Dr. John Gottman, they run the Gottman Institute, who have conducted many of the world’s most extensive studies on marital stability. This week we delve straight into trauma, including Dr. Gottman’s previous trauma work, the trauma of infidelity, and the Gottman therapy related to this trauma. Lastly, we discuss their latest book - Eight Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love. What is it that makes a good relationship and how do good relationships benefit us? Podcast Highlights:5mins - Julie’s background in trauma research and her journey to the Gottman Institute. 14mins - Trauma, what is it? What does it do to us? What does it feel like?21mins - The healing power of connection.25mins - The Gottman’s couples conflict resolution approach - what questions do you need to ask your partner?32mins - Cheating, infidelity and the trauma in betrayal.36mins - Therapy for infidelity, the three-stage process.41mins - What often leads to infidelity?50mins - Eight Dates, the Gottman’s newest book on dating and relationships in their initial phases. Podcast Details:The Gottman InstituteEight Dates - Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of LoveThe Gottman Institute InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you looking to change and grow? Or are you committed to repeating your patterns and limits in life? So often we say we want growth in life - and yet we don’t make the choices aligned with that. AND so often other people want to limit our growth! This week James Silvas and Mark discuss the ways we limit ourselves in love, career, life and everything in between. Why do we limit ourselves from growth and success - why do other people limit us - and how can we stop it? This week we unpack it all! Podcast Highlights: 8mins - Mark’s one night stand history! 10mins - Everything you want is in your discomfort/ stretch zone. 13mins - Self talk and when we self sabotage with our internal talk. 15mins - When Mark left the predictability of a ‘stable’ job and career path. 25mins - Are you accountable for your choices, or are you blocking yourself? 31mins - How we stay committed to our misery and stories of the past. 35mins - What makes people successful? - Getting past the boxes you have put yourself in. 45mins - How other people might want to limit us and how to look out for it. 51mins - Dealing with uncertainty in life, how we try to control. 57mins - Confronting pain and discomfort, why is it so hard? 60mins - How to change the way you think - how to change your patterns - how to change your life! Podcast details: James Silvas is a Peak Performance Coach and Mental Training Specialist with over 13,000 hours of training experience working with high performing teams at Nike, MGM & ADT. He has studied under 4x World Renowned Mental Performance Coach Dr. Mark Guadagnoli while attaining his degree in Kinesiology at UNLV. He has worked with over 6,000+ people on developing/strengthening the mindset that will take individuals/teams to the next level.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is 20 minutes jam packed with the most juicy breakup content you could ever need. Mark gets straight into the heart of it -- because this time effing hurts. It doesn’t matter whether you wanted the ending or not, you are hurting and we have all been there. Mark walks alongside you and helps you understand the hardest parts, the most painful parts, and explains to you that this rock bottom can be an anchor and a beginning of new possibilities for a deeper and truer connection to ourself and others. Get ready to rise. The Breakup Recovery Course Sign up Here Now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we have Mark and Amy Young yelling about all things emotional unavailability! Every person has either been caught, is currently caught or will one day be caught in the spell that unavailable people cast over us. We explore why we get caught in the ‘spell’ of unavailable people. How Mark and Amy have both been caught themselves, and how can get unstuck from thinking you’ve found ‘love’ when in reality all you’ve found is pain and suffering. This week is the slap in the face you’ve been waiting for, do not miss it. Episode highlights: 5 mins - ‘Bottom feeder bro’ behaviour, why do we want the men who don’t want us? 7 mins - When the body codes drama as chemistry - breaking the spell of choosing someone who is not choosing you. 9 mins - When people are lying to you in dating. 13 mins - Amy’s personal story of the ‘bottom feeder bro’ - how she was going to ‘fix’ the ‘one’. 17 mins - Codependent no more - why Amy read it - why you should too. 25 mins - How you can break the spell. 30 mins - The 5 love languages - what when we have toxic love languages? 38 mins - Why we make excuses for other people. 39 mins - Don’t be afraid to have the hard conversations! 42 mins - When to communicate the issue or self-soothe? 50 mins - What energy are you bringing to dating - to Tinder? 52 mins - Are you ‘picky’, or not picky enough? 55 mins - Are there enough men? What’s going on with men and their emotions? Podcast links: Amy Young YouTube Create The Love Live in San Fran! Create The Love Live in LA! Create The Love Live in San Diego!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are boundaries, why are they so hard? Why do we suck at boundaries with parents, exes, co-parents? Why don’t we just unfriend or block people that have hurt us? What is stopping us from letting go?! How the HECK do we do boundaries with our co-parent exes!? We tackle it ALL this week and nothing is off the table! Dr. Alexandra Solomon takes on the hardest of subjects with wisdom and compassion, if you haven't yet read her book find it in the show notes below. Episode Highlights:3min: Boundaries, how to deal with boundary violations. 5min: Cultural differences in boundaries. 7min: Emotions and boundaries, childhood and boundaries. 14min: How do we know when a boundary is violated? 16min: Personal empowerment vs relational empowerment. 18min: Types of boundaries, secure vs porous vs rigid. 24min: Vulnerability cycles - what the heck are they? 27min: Voicing and breaking out of a vulnerability cycle. 30min: How to deliver a boundary. 31min: Tricky boundaries - exes! Why don’t we block them or delete them? 37min: Why don’t we just break contact - are we being kind to them or only to ourselves? 39min: BOUNDARIES AND COPARENTING 101 44min: How to hold space for your child - what impacts your child the most during a breakup? 49min: Types of families. Show Notes: http://www.dralexandrasolomon.com/ http://www.dralexandrasolomon.com/book/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bryan Reeves is our guest this week and I am so excited to introduce you to a man who has truly lived a life of adventure and exploration. Bryan and I discuss his journey, from hyper-masculine army careerist, to wandering the Earth, and later to being a relationship and life coach. Bryan talks us through the journey that broke his heart, opened his heart and totally renewed his joy for life. Bryan and Mark go DEEP on all things masculinity this week. Why did Bryan’s girlfriends always end up frustrated and angry with him? Why do men follow Instagram models and damage their relationships with online behaviour? How can childhood emotional neglect - even the most subtle forms - play out in our adult lives? And what about our triggers, how can triggers from previous relationships or previous lives continue to impact our current partners. Mark and Bryan discuss the challenges that every couple is bound to face. Episode highlights: 6:00 - The journey from army career to relationship coach. 9:30 - Finding the subject that ‘lit’ me up 10:30 - Why are the women I am in relationship with always angry at me? 15:00 - Instagram and the online world affecting relationships. 22:00 - Childhood emotional neglect - how can the most subtle forms affect our adult life? 28:00 - What triggers us in our parents, what does this reflect in us? 49:00 - Therapy, coaches and relationships, the value of working with someone from outside of our relationship. 51:00 - Triggers from past, childhood and their influence in current situations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I was over the moon to be speaking with my dear friend Kelsey Grant. Kelsey is an absolute goddess on all things relationships, intimacy, and sex! We got really real on intimacy in every way, how sex relates to connection and visa versa. We got into the juiciest parts of relationship and shared our own pasts on the highest highs and lowest lows - commitment, patterns, past hurts, cheating, breaking up, growing and knowing ourselves. Episode Highlights 5min: Sexual intimacy and communication - whats the link? 8min: The vulnerability in sex - can you hide yourself and still enjoy climax? 10min: The differences between men and women when it comes to sex and connection. 12min: Integrity, cheating and shame. 14min: Pleasure and growth, how we change over time. 17min: Connection to self and ghosting, looking at it from both sides. When Mark was like a “Mt Everest Basecamp” of red flags 20min: Honesty in dating - are you dating just to date - to find a partner - to just have fun? 21min: Narcissism is a massive buzzword at the moment, but is it really narcissism? 25min: Taking responsibility in relationships and in life. You aren’t responsible for anyone else’s behaviour, but you are responsible for your own. 29min: The power dynamic in ‘saving’ someone. 32min: Breaking up and moving into a new relationship. 34min: Infidelity, the pain, the grief and the healing. 39min: Finding self love through our suffering. 43min: Mark’s ‘yoghurt and granola breakup’ story, what breakups are here to teach us. 54min: Kelsey’s relationship with a well known public figure - the deeper the connection the deeper the triggers and fears. 56min: Finding safety when we are in fear from past triggers. 59min: Trust and friendships with the opposite sex, does your partner trust your opposite sex friends? 1.06min: Family enmeshment and intimate relationships, they don’t gel! 1.10min: Getting started in making connections when you’re single - building the relationship skill set . Episode Notes Kelsey Grant - My entire life has been focused around relationships and how to get the love you want. As I’ve grown and shifted my ideas of what I wanted evolved as I did. The person I have grown into has given me access to learning, experimenting and through direct experience understand that which I was searching for in a relationship. When I found it I thought that was it. I was done. That area of my life was complete. There was one catch though. I hadn’t yet learned how to really love myself. So the relationship ended. The universe works in mysteriously incredible ways. The breakup was exactly what I needed to actually for once look at my relationship to myself and understand I was at cause for all I was experiencing. I finally had to take a real look at my self confidence, self esteem, self worth and self love. Through my journey of self love I was able to repair relationships of all kinds in my life, build my self esteem and self worth to levels they had never been before and ultimately begin to be the love I had be so intensely searching for in another. Once I was able to build this relationship with myself my love life flourished along with all the other areas of my life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I was honoured to be joined by filmmaker Brendon Marotta. Brendon has just launched the ground-breaking documentary ‘American Circumcision’ on Netflix. We had an incredibly powerful, raw and real conversation on the issue of circumcision. We went deep on the trauma, pain and often undiscussed power that circumcision still holds in our society today. This is a topic that deserves so much more investigation and I am so passionate about bringing this topic to light. Don’t miss this episode. Highlights 1min: Why did you end up working on the topic of circumcision? 4min: Circumcision is a cure in search of a disease - a cure for masturbation. 7min: The data behind circumcision. 10min: Women as supportive of the issue. 12min: Trauma and circumcision. 19min: The history of circumcision. 25min: The power of cultural conditioning. 28min: How and why is the conversation on circumcision changing? 31min: Who are the gatekeepers and powerhouses behind the conversation? 41min: Circumcision the documentary. 42min: Was there a backlash to the documentary? 49min: Healing from circumcision and early childhood traumas. 56min: Healing from grief. Episode notes Brendon Marotta graduated from the University of the North Carolina School of the Arts in 2010 with a B.F.A. in film editing & sound, where he worked in every major role on a film set. In 2013, he completed a year long Meisner Acting program at the Waterfront Playhouse & Conservatory. In 2014, a feature he edited was selected to premiere at the Austin Film Festival and won the Narrative Feature Audience Award there. In 2017, he completed his first feature-length documentary as director, which won Best Documentary at the Lone Star Film festival. Brendon currently lives in Austin, TX.https://www.brendonmarotta.com/@bdmarotta Bonus features and full access to film atcircumcisionmovie.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Corker is a CEO, MBA and ’a magician of human experience’, this week he joins me to discuss all things leadership and business. We discuss Matt’s latest venture The Corker Co, and how he is crushing it in the business world, not only by connecting with people but also by connecting people to each other. There are so many synergies between how we communicate and manage relationships at work and with how we communicate and manage relationships at home - but too often we see them as separate worlds. We jam on the difference between being authentic and putting on roles for different contexts. How real are you at work and how is it impacting yourself and those you love? Episode highlights: 6min: People don’t quit their job they quit their manager, is this true? 8min: Fulfilment and work, being an entrepreneur vs employee, what’s the difference? 15min: Authenticity and the roles we play, how to we manage different relationships in different environments. 19min: Being real and communicating at work vs at home. 21min: Energy and motivation at work, how the time of day can affect how we behave. 32min: Toxic bosses, harmful management tactics and where do these stem come from? 36min: Formal company values, vision and mission vs the dynamic and culture in informal conversations. 41min: Talking about relationships, sexual relationships and sexual harassment at work. 48min: Working in “the office” and how our work space setups affect us. 52min: What is transformational really? Is it a buzzword or something more?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Mark Groves is joined by Stephanie Coontz, researcher, academic and author of seven books on marriage and family. They explore topics ranging from traditions, gender roles, the evolution of relationships in history and the more recent impacts of technology on relationships. Stephanie Coontz teaches history and family studies at The Evergreen State College in Olympia, WA and is Director of Research and Public Education at the Council on Contemporary Families. She has authored seven books on marriage and family life, including A Strange Stirring: ‘The Feminine Mystique’ and American Women at the Dawn of the 1960s, The Way We Never Were: American Families and the Nostalgia Trap. Coontz is a frequent guest columnist for the New York Times and CNN.com. Selected articles and tv appearances can be found at www.stephaniecoontz.com  Highlights 3m30sec: The history of marriage - what was it’s purpose? 8min: The difference between love, relationships and marriage, what is the role of coercion? 20m40sec: What is the history of monogamy and polygamy? 28min: The changing perspectives of being single, partnered, married and what is the role of gender here? 35min: The role of tradition and gender, how does it impact on the happiness of a relationship? How egalitarian are couples and how does this impact on happiness? 42min: Women having the courage to speak out and the #MeToo movement, how the times have changed. 45min: How has technology changed relationships and marriages?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this podcast Mark Groves is joined by Dr. Jeremy Goldberg, writer, spoken word poet, marine biologist and PhD in social science. Mark and Jeremy discuss their personal evolutions as men, for Jeremy this has meant shifting from being an academic and PhD to becoming an artist. They also reflect upon the evolution of the modern man in today's world, what does it mean to be raised a boy today, what is school and society teaching boys, how do we break out of the stories and patterns and how we are all still on the journey home to ourselves. Highlights: 3:15 - What is going on with men and #MeToo, why aren’t more men speaking up? 7:00 - Why do men struggle to speak up on emotions- are men emotionally castrated? 12:00 - The evolving man in society - what is the cultural shift toward opening? 21:00 - The modern education system - what is it teaching and not teaching for the modern life? 25:00 - Step out of the ‘story’ you’ve been taught about life, or get kicked out of it. How Jeremy shifted from being a PhD to artist. 31:00 - The fear and courage experienced when stepping into the unknown. 34:00 - The ‘big betrayal’ and can you betray yourself? 42:30 - We’re all on the journey still - anyone who says they have it all figured out is lying. 49:43 - Risk, resilience and living on your edge - learn to be comfortable being uncomfortable.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’m so excited to introduce this week’s episode with my best friend and love – Kylie McBeath. Love, Service, and Wisdom. Those are the three words that Kylie lives by. Her greatest mission is to help more people unleash their greatness, and find truth and alignment in life through harnessing their best resource: their physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being. She is also a Certified Health Coach and Transformational Life Coach and she works to empower women to move through shame, release anger, and align with their most aligned + powerful selves. During this convo Kylie not only shares her relationship journey but also her journey as an entrepreneur and some amazing insights for how to grow into your voice, truth, integrity, and most true self. Highlights: 11:10 – Kylie’s journey back to herself 16:10 – Breaking through the limiting messages sent to women 24:50 – How fear creeps into relationships 34:00 – Stepping into vulnerability and honouring commitments 46:20 – Trigger points and getting our needs met 54:00 – Clean anger vs aggression Jam with Kylie: Instagram Zura Health KylieMcBeath.com Mate Magnet Book Links: Daring Greatly Breaking Free Loving BravelySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode was such an honour to record and is one I could go on and on about for hours! In it I talk with Terri Cole, the New York-based, licensed psychotherapist, relationship expert and founder of Real Love Revolution & Boundary Bootcamp. Terri uses practical psychology, eastern mindfulness and harnesses the power of intention to create sustainable, positive behavioral change i.e. true transformation. Tune in as we talk about how childhood lessons about life form the blueprint of how we navigate our adult relationships around love. In addition to the highlights below are some amazing and practical tips on how to start understanding your own story so that you can heal old wounds and set new standards for what you actually want to create in your life. Highlights: 11:55 – Your inherited love blueprint 15:10 – The difference between need and choice 18:00 – Why 5-step get love fast programs never work 21:45 – The 5 pillars of healing our relationship with love 31:15 – How to take back choice in how we love 38:00 – How to honour and heal triggering wounds Resources: www.terricole.com/livesingle www.terricole.com/liverelationship https://mark-groves.mykajabi.com/challenge Connect with Terri: Terri's Website The Real Love Revolution Facebook Instagram TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why does our relationship with money matter and how does it connect to our relationships with people? This episode is a must! In it, money boss Selina Gray and I unpack the connection between money, our pasts, stress, and of course, healing and freedom. Selina Gray is a CPA, CA & a money relationship expert with over 15 years of experience reinventing finance for individuals & businesses. Selina has helped thousands of people transform their relationship with money by focusing on emotions, money mindset & practical money optimization skills. She believes that everyone is capable of healing their money story and her approach cuts through all the bullshit beliefs that have been blocking you from healing your own. Tune in to get to the heart of what really matters in your life, and to make the change that lasts. Highlights: 9:20 – uncovering your money memories 13:00 – Selina’s money mess 25:40 – how to be more excited about budgeting 32:30 – the importance of gratitude 34:00 – money archetypes 47:40 – healing money patterns in relationships 50:45 – how to start Instagram Facebook The Richness RevolutionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is the ultimate sandwich of inspiration, entertainment, and motivation. Branden has overcome obstacle after obstacle on his journey from poverty, to the ivy league, to Nike, to around the world, and back again. He takes us back to his days on the streets and talks about how he finally let go of the stories and scarcity of his past to take responsibility for the future he knew he wanted. Today, Branden Collinsworth is an internationally renowned human performance coach and works exclusively with several of the most impactful people in sports, music, and business. Branden has been endorsed and worked with brand giants, SUMMIT, Lululemon, Redbull, Dr.Oz, MTV and is currently a Master Trainer for Nike. Check out the highlights below, and get ready, set, go! 15:10 – why you should swear more 16:00 – Branden’s rock bottom turning point 20:35 – fight or flight 27:42 – the secret weapon of obsession 31:10 – success and worthiness 48:45 – the one thing you need to know to transform 54:00 – warrior retreats Instagram Warrior Retreats Nike Training ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hands up if you learned as much about relationships in school as you did about pythagorean theorem. Ya, me neither. Meet Jayson Gaddis -  relationship student & teacher, author, host of the Smart Couple Podcast, and founder of The Relationship School. He is on a mission to teach people the one class they didn’t get in school– 'How to do intimate relationships'. In this episode, we talk about how important it is to treat and train our relationship skills like muscles. Jayson drops some serious knowledge about the benefits of couples therapy (as well as why you might be scared to go), as well as what unconscious investments we all carry that keep us at our same old painful status quo. Let the class begin! Highlight reel: 8:10 – how we disappear in relationships and how to connect instead 13:30 – recognizing false vulnerability 17:30 – tips for having the therapy talk with your partner 23:00 – steps to opening up and transforming within relationships 27:55 – working through disagreements with your partner 31:50 – the window of presence and vulnerability 43:15 – healing after a break-up or divorce Links: Relationship School Instagram The Smart Couple Podcast    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if you learned that everything you’ve been taught about what it means to be a man, was wrong? Tune into my recent conversation with addictions counselor and men’s coach Ben Goresky and learn how to reconnect to your masculinity and your partner with a new sense of compassion and curiosity. In this episode we talk about how to call ourselves and others on the bullshit stories that hold us back, the social norms that perpetuate addiction, why who you spend time with matters, and how you can get back in alignment with who you really are. In this episode you’ll learn about: Addiction myths (15:30) Men and addictions: (34:20) The connection solution for men and women (48:40) The antidote to defensiveness (53:10) The cycle of codependency (1:00:00) You can find Ben through his group for The Samurai Brotherhood, an organization that connects men to their masculine core and leads the way for the evolution of conscious men.  Ben also hosts The Evolving Man podcast and runs relationship workshops for couples with his fiancee Sheleana Aiyana. He specializes in transpersonal psychology, shadow work, men’s work, and conscious relationship work. He lives a happy, healthy life in Vancouver, Canada.  Episode Resources: Freedom From Addiction Program Gabor Mate Russel Brand Podcast Codependent No More by Melody Beattie Boundaries: Where You End and I Begin - Anne KatherineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever wondered about manifestation? Can we truly "make" something happen for us? In life and love, how can we get the things that we say we want? This week, I'm jamming with Lacy Phillips, a Manifestation Advisor specializing in unblocking beliefs of unworthiness and expanding into alignment with what one is calling in. We talk about how to develop a good relationship with yourself, with romantic partners, and with money. Find out how you can tap into your subconscious mind and how to grow your worth. This is one you don't want to miss! In this episode you'll learn: - The science behind manifestation (5:36) - How to "get" the partner you deserve (12:20) - The connection between love and money (49:05) - And so much more!   Where can you find more of Lacy Phillips? Website: FreeAndNative.com Podcast: Expanded Podcast Instagram: @FreeAndNativeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Human connection is such a powerful and necessary component of our lives. As a human connection specialist myself, I thought what better way to dive deep into this topic than to sit down with none other than Baya Voce? For the past decade, Baya has studied relationships and human connection, most recently giving one of the most-viewed TEDx talks of all time, titled "The Simple Cure for Loneliness," with more than 3.5 million views. Here we get a little taste of the nuggets from her TEDx talk, and we go deep into the work it takes to feel connected to ourselves and others. In this episode, you’ll get answers to these questions: Are breakups harder on men? (10:30) What is betrayal? (22:35) Do ‘mixed messages’ actually exist? (31:20) And so much more!   Where can you find more of Baya Voce?Website: BayaVoce.comInstagram: @Baya_Voce   References and Recommendations:Baya Voce TEDx Talk: The Simple Cure for LonelinessJayson Gaddis: The Smart Couple Podcast Glennon Doyle: Oprah’s Soul Session See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Marriage is complicated.” “Once you’re married, sex goes out the window.” “It’s all downhill after the honeymoon phase.” Have you heard people say this to you? Have you actually uttered these words yourself? Vienna Pharaon and I sat down and talked about the stories we tell ourselves around getting married and how we can make the shift and define marriage in whatever way we want. Vienna is a licensed marriage and family therapist based in New York City, where she runs her own practice. She is currently the number 1 Google search result when looking for couples counseling in NYC and she and I co-created a Relationships 101 workshop. Grab your pen and paper -- this episode is dynamite! In this episode, you’ll learn: How honoring your vows are important, but honoring promises can help too (8:44) How to hold an “Annual General Meeting” with your spouse or partner (13:00) How to lower your negativity threshold (17:25)  And so much more!    Where can you find more of Vienna Pharaon?@MindfulMFT on Instagram, Facebook, and TwitterNewYorkCouplesCounseling.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you struggling in the dating world? Do you feel like finding love is the equivalent to working a fulltime job? In this episode, I talk to Amy Young all about dating in the modern world and her unpopular opinion that dating is actually fun and how it should never feel like an obligation. Amy is a life coach extraordinaire who previously worked as an actor and comedienne, bringing her silly and irreverent approach to empowering single women to understand themselves and set themselves up for relationship success. She is self-proclaimed “Captain Raise the Bar” and she and I jammed on all the goodness there is in today’s modern dating world when you look for it. In this episode, you’ll learn: The importance of raising your standards (8:08) Can people have casual sex without getting hurt? (15:00) Is it OK for a woman to need a man? (36:30) And so much more!   References and Recommendations:Viral Wedding Photo of pretend blowjob Dr. Glover / "No More Mr. Nice Guy"Katie Byron / "The Work"Article: Why You Might Not Be Ready For The Evolved Man You Say You Want     Where can you find more of Amy Young?AmyYoungCoaching.comhttps://www.youtube.com/user/AMYoungsterEmail: amy@amyyoungcoaching.comInstagram: @AmyYoungCoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is the difference between wanting to make your partner happy and being accommodating to the point of losing yourself? What is the recipe for self-love that allows you to deepen your connection in relationships? In this episode, I speak with Ivy Kwong, a licensed marriage & family therapist, speaker, and writer who specializes in self-love and connection to heal codependency. Ivy also lets us in on an emotional intimacy exercise you can start putting into practice right away (55:05). Make a new nightly routine of checking in with yourself and sharing with your partner about the following areas: anger, pain, sadness, fear, shame, guilt, joy, and loneliness. Tune in to hear exactly how this exercise works and more tips and tricks you can use to help yourself (and your partner) grow.  In this episode, you’ll also learn: The definition and different degrees of codependency (19:17) The value of self-esteem and self-love (27:45) What you need in order to sustain a relationship (48:05) And so much more!   Where can you find more about Ivy Kwong?Website: BareIvy.comInstagram: @BareIvyEmail: bareivy@gmail.comAdditional Website: https://www.shellbreaker.com/   Recommendations and references:Article: “F*ck Yes or No” by Mark Manson Book: “Codependent No More: How to Stop Controlling Others and Start Caring for Yourself” by Melody Beattie  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What makes long-term relationships go the distance? I’m speaking with author and licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Alexandra Solomon, who you might know as the “Relationship Architect” and author of the transformational book, “Loving Bravely.” We talk about what’s really needed to make a relationship work – spoiler alert — it goes way beyond good sexual chemistry (although that’s needed, too). Today, we bring you the tools that will get you started both as an individual and as a couple. Alexandra is a clinical assistant professor at Northwestern University teaching and training marriage and family therapy graduate students. In addition, she teaches the internationally renowned undergraduate course, “Building Loving and Lasting Relationships: Marriage 101.” If all of that wasn’t enough, Dr. Solomon is also a highly sought-after speaker and media commentator on relationship topics. In this episode, you’ll learn: How messages we received as children shape how we show up in relationships today (5:50) What makes relationships able to go the distance? (17:32) Primary sexual desire vs. responsive desire – is sexual chemistry different for men and women? (21:35) What does “sexy” mean for women? (29:30) When there is sexual disconnection in a relationship, what can the couple do? (44:45) And so much more! Dr. Alexandra SolomonWebsite - www.dralexandrasolomon.com/Instagram - @dr.alexandra.solomonBook - Loving Bravely: Twenty Lessons of Self-Discovery to Help You Get the Love You WantSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode I discuss my journey and why I the subject of relationships is so important. I talk about the misconceptions about love, my (our) struggles, healing wounds, and how we can best begin to learn to create connection and deepen our relationships with ourselves and others. Sponsors: Organifi | Visit organifi.com/createthelove to receive 20% off all products with code CREATETHELOVE! Create more love by visiting: createthelove.com @createthelove @createthelovecards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join me on my journey as I seek to understand and discover what is it that make great couples great? Why is it that some people seem to be able to keep love alive for a lifetime and others can't seem to even make it through a moment? Why are we attracted to certain types of people who are bad for us? I've discovered that the quality of our relationships ultimately determines the quality of our lives and our health.I've had so many amazing wonderful conversations with brilliant people about the subject to understand it myself and I wanted to share these conversations with you. This is the Mark Groves PodcastSubscribe TodayVisit: markgroves.tvSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.