When was the last time you felt frustrated, annoyed or downright angry at something your ex did? If it was recently, or if you’ve ever thought, it would be so nice if they’d just do things the way I do them, then this episode is for you.  In this episode, we'll explore the concept of 'manuals'—those pesky expectations we impose on others—and how releasing them can lead to dropping the excess suffering you’re feeling.

 
 You’ll learn that ‘manuals’ are the unwritten expectations we create about how others should behave to make us feel good. By recognizing these manuals, we learn to let go of unnecessary emotional burdens, improve our relationships, and embrace the dualities of life, particularly during challenging times like divorce.
 

In this episode I’ll cover: 

 • Exploring the 50-50 principle in life
 • Understanding the concept of manuals in relationships
 • How expectations create emotional resistance
 • Recognizing personal autonomy in interactions
 • Emphasizing self-responsibility for our feelings
 • Empowerment comes from owning what you can actually control

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https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/post/ep198

Imagine breaking free from the chains of self-blame that you’re feeling, especially after going through divorce. This episode explores the profound self-blame women often experience during and after divorce, rooted in societal conditioning and expectations. I’ll discuss the fine line between taking responsibility and succumbing to guilt and offer tools to reprogram your conditioned societal beliefs to step into a healthier self identity.

 Things that you’ll get from this episode: 

 • Understanding societal conditioning around blame and worth
 • Exploring the impact of self-blame on motherhood and relationships
 • Strategies for recognizing harmful thought patterns
 • Encouraging self-compassion and embracing imperfection
 • How to rewrite narratives keeping you stuck in self blame
 
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https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/post/ep197

Healing from divorce trauma is a journey that requires more than just time—it demands a commitment to understanding and nurturing your own emotional health. What if you could move past paralyzing grief and disconnection from yourself that often come with a divorce? In this episode, I share four transformative steps to help you heal from the trauma of your divorce, guiding you toward reclaiming your life.

This throwback episode delves into the importance of establishing safety, regulating emotions, deconstructing core beliefs, and creating new experiences for a fulfilling future.

Things you'll get out of this episode:
 
 • Understanding the impact of divorce as a trauma
 • The necessity of establishing emotional and physical safety
 • Learning the art of emotional regulation
 • Observing and deconstructing limiting core beliefs
 • Shifting into positive, corrective life experiences
 • Empowering support systems for healing

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As the year comes to a close, many people find themselves in a reflective state, especially those who have been experiencing the emotional journey of divorce. Have you ever wondered how grief from a divorce can reshape your life? Join me, Karin Nelson, where I offer insights into understanding divorce grief beyond the traditional stages. By the end of this episode you will see how grief emerges not just as an emotion within us, but as a profound response to the loss of a relationship and the future we once envisioned.

This episode explores the often-overlooked aspect of grief during and after a divorce, emphasizing the validity of each individual's emotional experience and the non-linear nature of grief.
What you'll get out of this episode:
• Understanding divorce grief as a complex emotional response
• Discussing the common misconception of the five stages of grief
• Embracing the idea that grief is not a linear process
• Acknowledging the emotional trauma tied to the end of a marriage
• Providing tools to allow grief to coexist with healing
• Encouraging personal reflection and understanding of one’s unique grief journey
• Recognition that it’s okay to feel sad and mourn losses associated with divorce

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https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/post/ep195

Making confident decisions during and after divorce can seem daunting, especially if you've been living your life in the shadow of deferring to someone else's authority, not trusting your own opinions, and dismissing your intuition as knowledge of what's best for you. But it doesn't have to be this way. You can develop the skill of making confident decisions.

Join me, Karin Nelson, as I share insights from my own journey, coaching my clients and step by step tools to help you explore how reconnecting with your core values can lead to decisions that genuinely reflect your true self. We'll uncover the complex yet enlightening process of understanding how shifting values can reshape our identity, empowering you to make clearer, self-aligned choices even in the most turbulent times.

Imagine transforming uncertainty into confidence by trusting yourself to make decisions and having a step by step process to know exactly how to do it. Your journey to becoming you again starts with understanding and owning your decisions, and it can start with this episode.

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https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/post/ep194

Ruminating thoughts can feel like a relentless storm, especially during the emotional upheaval of divorce. Imagine finding a way to calm those swirling thoughts without battling them head-on.

Join me as we explore how somatic practices can help regulate your nervous system and alleviate stress, allowing your mind to refocus on healing rather than replaying the past. We'll delve into the emotional challenges of grief, anger, depression, and anxiety, and uncover strategies to foster resilience and find a path toward recovery.

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https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/post/ep193

Divorce is often full of complex emotional pain and suffering during/after divorce.  Imagine transforming your experience of pain into a manageable part of life by recognizing how self-imposed suffering makes everything feel worse. In this episode you'll gain insight from Buddhist analogy, and learn to empower yourself to take control over your emotional life.

By the end of this episode you'll have a new tool to create self awareness designed to identify and reassess the narratives you're holding onto and reduce unnecessary suffering during your divorce.

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Divorce and the holiday season can feel like an overwhelming emotional rollercoaster full of triggers, unexpected bad surprises and a lot of thoughts of just wanting them to be over. But this year can be different. Join me, Karin Nelson, as I share personal insights and practical strategies to help you manage your holiday season this year to make you feel more calm, more capable of handling the negative emotions when they show up and more intentional about what you want your holiday's to actually look and feel like.

By the end of this episode you will know EXACTLY how to craft an emotional safety plan which is essential for a peaceful holiday experience. You will understand how to expect the unexpected, develop proactive strategies and arm yourself against any overwhelming emotions you might encounter. You will feel totally capable of supporting yourself in every way throughout this holiday season.

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https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/post/ep191

Amidst the turmoil of divorce, managing stress can feel like an insurmountable challenge, but what if you could navigate it with healing, clarity and control? Join me as I teach you about the complexities of the stress cycle and uncover how understanding its nuances can transform your experience during and after a divorce. With insights in this episode, you'll discover how to reclaim your power, manage stress effectively, and lay the groundwork for a resilient future.

In this episode, you will learn what the stress cycle is, how it effects your physical, emotional and mental wellbeing, and how to complete the stress cycle to lessen the pain and suffering during your divorce. You'll also learn how to step away from the burnout of divorce - that ugly exhausting element of divorce where we just feel like we have no fight left to give.

By the end of this episode you'll have a LONG list of ways you can complete your stress cycle during and after divorce, to return to yourself connected, healed and stronger than ever.

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https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/post/ep190

Setting boundaries after divorce is a transformative step towards reclaiming your emotional well-being. Ever wondered how boundaries differ from ultimatums, especially when navigating the complexities of post-divorce life?

Join me as I walk you through the difference between the two, helping you establish personal limits that protect your emotional safety while fostering healthier relationships. We’ll explore how life’s challenges can be approached with a hopeful perspective, ensuring that your journey towards independence is both empowering and safe, particularly if you're facing any risk to your physical well-being.

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For more information and full show notes go to:
https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/post/ep189