Back to Life with Nicole Green

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From intentional presence to navigating emotional distance, this conversation dives deep into the art of cultivating closeness over time. It's real, it’s tender, it’s a little flirty—and it’s full of wisdom for anyone seeking lasting love and meaningful connection.

Nicole also shares a powerful reflection prompt to help you tie together the whole series in your personal life or relationships.

📝 Reflection Prompt: "What Does Love Require of Me Right Now?"

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Thank you for journeying with me through Season 3. Whether this is a pause or a pivot, I am so grateful to have walked this part of the road with you. 💚

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Episode Title: Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow?

Episode Summary:

With a blend of honest reflections, personal stories, and playful banter, the Greens unpack what emotional safety looks like—and how it becomes the foundation of a love that lasts. Whether you’re in a relationship, navigating new love, or doing the work to love yourself better, this episode will leave you encouraged and equipped to build safer, stronger, more connected relationships.

💬 Plus: A few fun jabs, warm laughs, and real talk moments between Nicole and Preston that make you feel like you’re in the living room with them.

📥 Don’t forget to download your free Emotional Safety Reflection Guide—perfect for journaling, couples’ convo starters, or self-awareness check-ins. 👉🏾 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NGROhzJolNh-GVeMf6r8hoyM1tt3CZ05/view?usp=sharing  

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The Back to Life Podcast 

🎙️ HAS ANYBODY SEEN LOVE SERIES - Episode 14: Where Is the Love?

Host: Nicole Green

Nicole kicks off the new series with her husband, Preston, for a candid, funny, and heartfelt convo on what love looks like in action—not just what it feels like. From everyday marriage moments to a powerful "Love Audit" inspired by 1 Corinthians 13, this episode explores how we give, receive, and grow in love beyond the butterflies.

🎧 Plus: Banter, real talk, and a little flirtation.

Preston Green is a husband, 4x state champion, creative thinker, and occasional comedian (especially when he's on the mic with Nicole). Known for his steady wisdom and loyal heart, Preston brings an honest and grounded perspective to love, marriage, and growth in real life. He's Nicole’s better half—and her favorite podcast guest.  Follow & cheer him on in his races on IG: @runpeedyrun

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🍂 Episode Title: Fall – The Pruning Season: Letting Go to Make Room for Growth

Fall is a season of letting go. Just as trees shed their leaves to prepare for winter, we, too, must release what no longer serves us so we can grow.

But let’s be real—letting go is hard. Whether it’s a relationship, a job, or even an old version of yourself, pruning can feel like loss. In this episode, LaQuesia Love helps us navigate this process with wisdom, faith, and trust in what’s ahead.

🎧 This episode is your reminder that letting go isn’t losing—it’s making space for something new.

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Summer is a season of growth, celebration, and abundance—but it can also bring pressure, burnout, and comparison. In today’s episode, we explore how to reap the rewards of your hard work without exhausting yourself in the process.

Therapist LaQuesia Love joins us to talk about embracing success, practicing gratitude, and making space for joy without feeling like you have to do it all.

🎧 Tune in to learn how to embrace your Summer season with joy, balance, and gratitude.

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Seasons of Life Series – Episode 11: Spring – The Growing Season

Welcome back to the Seasons of Life series! Last time, we talked about the winter season—those times of waiting, stillness, and even struggle. But today, we’re stepping into spring. Spring is all about renewal, growth, and new beginnings, but growth isn’t always easy—it’s messy, unpredictable, and sometimes uncomfortable.

Licensed therapist LaQuesia Love, LPC-S joins me again as we discuss what it means to step into a season of growth—how to nurture what’s been planted, let go of what’s holding us back, and embrace the process of transformation. We’ll also explore the balance of excitement and fear that comes with change and why stepping into the “new” can sometimes feel just as overwhelming as the waiting.

If you’re in a season where things are shifting, opportunities are emerging, or you feel a deep pull toward something new—this episode is for you.

🔹 Connect with LaQuesia Love, LPC-S: www.lovetherapy.group or IG: @lovetherapydfw

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Seasons of Life Series – Episode 10: Winter: The Wilderness Season

Welcome to the Seasons of Life series! Life moves in rhythms and seasons—some full of warmth and joy, others cold and isolating. In this episode, we’re diving into Winter: The Wilderness Season, a time of uncertainty, waiting, and deep internal work. Whether you’re dealing with loss, loneliness, or just feeling stuck, winter seasons challenge us to slow down, let go, and prepare for what’s next.

Licensed therapist LaQuesia Love, LPCC, joins me to talk about how to navigate this challenging season with mind, body, and soul care. We’ll explore the difference between self-care and soul-care, why winter seasons are necessary for growth, and how to challenge the negative thoughts that often arise. Most importantly, we’ll remind you that this season won’t last forever—spring always comes.

🌨 What is a “winter” season in life? – Feeling lost, stuck, or disconnected

✔ Recognizing and challenging negative thought patterns

✨ “Winter isn’t just about surviving—it’s about preparing.”

🔹 Connect with LaQuesia Love, LPC-S: www.lovetherapy.group or IG: @lovetherapydfw

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Episode Title: I Will Survive – Navigating Setbacks & Unmet Expectations

Ever found yourself thinking, “This is NOT how life was supposed to go”? You’re not alone. In this final episode of our WHY ME? series, licensed professional clinical counselors, Nicole Green and Angela Barela of Blue Phoenix Therapy, dive into the emotional, mental, and spiritual impact of unmet expectations and setbacks—those moments when life doesn’t unfold the way we imagined.

We’re unpacking why these disappointments hit so hard, how to shift from a “Why Me?” mindset to a place of hope and resilience, and practical strategies for navigating life's detours without losing yourself in the process.

If you’re struggling with a delayed dream, a failed plan, or a season of waiting, this conversation will remind you: This isn’t the end of your story.

✔️ Why unmet expectations feel so heavy and how to process them

✨ "Life is not a vending machine—you don’t just press a button and get what you want." – Angela

Quote mentioned in podcast: “The goal is not to have better ways to escape struggle. The goal is to become the person who doesn’t crumble under struggle” -  𝐑𝐚𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐥 𝐇𝐨𝐩𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐬 | 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭 | 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡| 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐭  IG: @raquel_the_capacity_expert

🔗 [Follow Nicole Green, LPCC on Instagram] @BeWellwithNicoleG

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Until next time… keep showing up for yourself. 

Disclaimer: This podcast is not a replacement for medical advice, therapy, or professional support. Please seek professional help when needed.

Episode Title: How Can I Ease the Pain? - The Silent Struggles of Chronic Illness, Injury, and Pain

Episode Summary:

In this episode of the WHY ME? series, I’m opening up about my own unexpected health diagnosis and how it led me to a full-on “Why me?” moment. We’ll talk about the hidden grief that comes with these silent struggles, how to navigate the mental and emotional toll, and most importantly—how to hold on to hope even when healing feels out of reach.

Whether you’re in the midst of a health battle, supporting someone who is, or just trying to figure out how to cope with life’s unexpected detours—this conversation is for you. 💚

✅ The surprising ways chronic illness, injury, and pain can feel like grief

💚 Your struggle is real, even if others don’t see it.

💬 Was this episode helpful? Let’s talk about it! DM me on Instagram @BeWellwithNicoleG and share your thoughts.

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BACK TO LIFE PODCAST - WHY ME SERIES

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Episode #: 7

Grief is often associated with death, but loss comes in many forms—losing a job, watching friendships fade, saying goodbye to a beloved pet, moving away from home, or even grieving the version of yourself you once were. In this episode, we’re breaking down the different types of grief, how they affect us mentally, emotionally, and physically, and how to navigate them with hope.

I’m joined by my guest co-host for this series, Angela Barela, LPCC, to discuss the mental health aspects of grief. We’re also honored to welcome Elizabeth Ross from Compassus, a leader in compassionate hospice care, to share insights on grief, loss, and healing.

If you’ve ever felt like grief was more than just tears—if it’s made you feel tired, disconnected, or even guilty—this episode is for you. You’re not alone, and your grief is valid.

✔️ The many forms of grief beyond death (job loss, moving, aging, changing friendships, etc.)

📌 Compassus – Compassionate Hospice & Palliative Care

At the end of this episode, take a moment to reflect: What loss in your life needs your attention right now? What do you need in this season of grief?

Grief isn’t just about loss—it can also show up in chronic illness, injury, and pain. In our next episode, we’ll explore how to cope with these silent struggles and find hope in the midst of them. Don’t miss it!

Guest Host: Angela of Blue Phoenix Therapy  @BluePhoenixTherapy on IG

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