Becoming You Again

Exhausted by trying to check "self-care" off your already overwhelming to-do list? You're not alone. In this episode of Becoming You Again, I’ll dive deep into the distinction between what most of us have been sold as ‘self-care’ and what actually nurtures our wholeness after divorce.
 
Join me as I break down why these surface-level approaches are merely "pretend self-care" – temporary distractions that never address your deeper needs for support, boundaries, and reconnection with yourself.
 
Real self-care isn't a noun (a product to buy) but a verb (actions that truly support you). It emerges from within rather than being prescribed from outside sources. Real self-care changes your relationship with yourself and your relationship with others on a fundamental level rather than leaving you feeling temporarily better but ultimately unfulfilled. 

In this episode you’ll learn: 

• The key differences between pretend self-care (product-based) and real self-care (decision-based)
• How authentic self-care changes your relationships while pretend self-care leaves you feeling resentful
• Reconnecting with yourself by asking essential questions about your relationship with yourself
• Learning to trust yourself again by developing intentional, individual support systems

If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

For more information and full show notes go to:
https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/post/ep208

To download your FREE "Becoming You Again Podcast Map" click here. 

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

Struggling after divorce to get to know yourself? Click here to grab my $7 guide to get started!

If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

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DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR EDUCATIONAL, INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND ARE NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING PSYCHOLOGICAL, COUNSELING OR PROFESSIONAL HEALTHCARE ADVICE. 

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Anger is perhaps the most misunderstood emotion in a woman's divorce journey. While society readily accepts men's anger, women are often told to push it down, stay calm, or avoid this powerful emotion altogether. This harmful double standard creates an additional barrier to healing that we need to address head-on.
 
 In this empowering episode, I break down exactly what anger is from a neurological perspective - a survival response originating in our amygdala, designed to protect us when we feel threatened. By understanding the distinction between anger-triggering thoughts, the physical sensations in your body, and your behavioral responses, you gain the clarity needed to process this emotion in healthy ways.
 
 The heart of this episode offers seven practical, accessible techniques to process anger safely without damaging relationships or suppressing your emotions. From physical approaches like wall-pushing and "rage dancing" to more subtle practices like controlled breathing and self-holding that can be done anywhere, you'll discover methods that resonate with your unique needs. I share my personal favorites (including singing at the top of my lungs when no one's around!) and explain why finding your own go-to techniques is essential for long-term emotional resilience.
 
 Most importantly, you'll learn that anger itself isn't the problem - it's a normal, natural human emotion that deserves space in your healing journey. The real issues arise when we react impulsively or push anger down, pretending it doesn't exist. By developing intentional ways to process this powerful emotion, you reclaim your right to feel everything without judgment, take back your power, and move closer to becoming yourself again.
 
 If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

For more information and full show notes go to:
https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/post/ep207

To download your FREE "Becoming You Again Podcast Map" click here. 

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

Struggling after divorce to get to know yourself? Click here to grab my $7 guide to get started!

If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

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DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR EDUCATIONAL, INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND ARE NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING PSYCHOLOGICAL, COUNSELING OR PROFESSIONAL HEALTHCARE ADVICE. 

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Today, I’m introducing you to "Morning Pages," a transformative practice developed by Julia Cameron in "The Artist's Way." This simple yet profound exercise helps you tap into mental and emotional honesty. When navigating divorce, we often tell ourselves we shouldn't feel certain emotions or we pretend they don't exist. Morning Pages creates a private space to acknowledge everything without self-contempt. What emerges on these pages isn't "truth," just thoughts that need release. 

What makes Morning Pages uniquely powerful for divorce recovery is that it functions as both a mindfulness practice (clearing mental clutter) and a somatic practice (calming your nervous system). 

Letting go rarely happens in a single moment. It's a process requiring consistent practice, which is why incorporating Morning Pages into your daily routine may gradually release what you've been holding onto. 

In this episode you’ll learn: 

• What Morning Pages is.
• How it’s a practice in both mind (mindfulness) and body (somatic regulation)
• How to practice Morning Pages
• Letting go is a process, not a one-time event
• How to have compassion with yourself as you get better at this practice

If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

For more information and full show notes go to:
https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/post/ep206

To download your FREE "Becoming You Again Podcast Map" click here. 

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

Struggling after divorce to get to know yourself? Click here to grab my $7 guide to get started!

If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

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DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR EDUCATIONAL, INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND ARE NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING PSYCHOLOGICAL, COUNSELING OR PROFESSIONAL HEALTHCARE ADVICE. 

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Divorce can be a profound emotional upheaval, bringing along a whirlwind of grief that often is ignored. In this episode the conversation will navigates through the unique ways grief can manifest in the context of divorce, tackling societal pressures that often lead to minimizing one’s emotions. 

 As you listen, discover actionable steps for creating space to grieve and heal. By embracing the messiness of emotions, we can allow ourselves to grow and expand from our experiences. This podcast explores the often-overlooked emotional aspect of divorce grief, teaching you how to embrace the grieving process without judgment, while offering tools for healing and resilience.
 
If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

For more information and full show notes go to:
https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/post/ep205

To download your FREE "Becoming You Again Podcast Map" click here. 

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

Struggling after divorce to get to know yourself? Click here to grab my $7 guide to get started!

If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

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DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR EDUCATIONAL, INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND ARE NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING PSYCHOLOGICAL, COUNSELING OR PROFESSIONAL HEALTHCARE ADVICE. 

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Feeling stuck in the whirlwind of divorce and its aftermath? Learn how to reclaim your power and find alignment between your mind, body, and intuition. In this episode of "Becoming You Again," you will learn the four-step process of divorce recovery. 

Understand how misalignment can lead to indecision and helplessness, and discover practical tools that will help you regain control of your life. By reconnecting with your true self and trusting your intuition, you can move forward with confidence and purpose.
 
 This podcast episode will explore the feelings of being stuck that often accompany divorce and provides actionable steps for reconnecting with oneself to facilitate healing and GET UNSTUCK. 

This episode covers: 

• Discovering the common emotional challenges during and after divorce
 • Understanding the misalignment of mind, body, and intuition
 • Learning to create emotional safety in the present moment
 • Managing challenging emotions for greater self-awareness
 • Breaking down unhelpful beliefs that limit happiness
 • Building new beliefs aligned with personal values and priorities

 If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

For more information and full show notes go to:
https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/post/ep204

To download your FREE "Becoming You Again Podcast Map" click here. 

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

Struggling after divorce to get to know yourself? Click here to grab my $7 guide to get started!

If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

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DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR EDUCATIONAL, INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND ARE NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING PSYCHOLOGICAL, COUNSELING OR PROFESSIONAL HEALTHCARE ADVICE. 

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Feeling trapped in a cycle of financial anxiety and scarcity? Discover how you can break free after divorce. In this episode I share my personal journey from a limiting belief system about money during my marriage to embracing a mindset of abundance and financial empowerment. 

I open up about the struggles of constantly feeling like I couldn't afford anything and how I was inspired to challenge and transform those outdated beliefs post-divorce. This episode is packed with insights designed to help you identify and reshape your own relationship with money. 
  

This episode covers:
• Understanding the emotional challenges of money after divorce
 • The impact of a scarcity mindset on financial well-being
 • Personal stories of overcoming limiting beliefs about money
 • Practical questions to evaluate your relationship with money
 • Strategies for transitioning to an abundance mindset
 • The vital role of belief in achieving financial success

If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

For more information and full show notes go to:
https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/post/ep203

To download your FREE "Becoming You Again Podcast Map" click here. 

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

Struggling after divorce to get to know yourself? Click here to grab my $7 guide to get started!

If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

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DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR EDUCATIONAL, INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND ARE NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING PSYCHOLOGICAL, COUNSELING OR PROFESSIONAL HEALTHCARE ADVICE. 

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What would it feel like to let go of trying to control everyone around you, and instead shift your focus on what is actually within your control. This episode is a journey into liberating ourselves from the emotional burden of others' behaviors by insights from Mel Robbins' compelling book, "The Let Them Theory." Discover how Robbins' straightforward and scientifically-backed approach can help you reconnect with yourself and navigate relationships post-divorce.

Understanding how to reclaim your power during and after divorce starts with recognizing how to apply this concept of Let Them and own your power by Let Me, which will lead to freedom and healing in our relationships.

This episode will:
 • Introduce Mel Robbins' Let Them Theory for those going through divorce
 • Discuss the significance of letting go of control in relationships
 • Explore the implications of autonomy and choice in emotional well-being
 • Show the psychological benefits of the Let Them approach
 • Encourage self-discovery through identifying personal values and priorities
 • Recap on the transformative potential of embracing the Let Them Theory
 
 
 If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

For more information and full show notes go to:
https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/post/ep202

To download your FREE "Becoming You Again Podcast Map" click here. 

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

Struggling after divorce to get to know yourself? Click here to grab my $7 guide to get started!

If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

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DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR EDUCATIONAL, INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND ARE NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING PSYCHOLOGICAL, COUNSELING OR PROFESSIONAL HEALTHCARE ADVICE. 

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What if embracing your emotions during a divorce could be the key to finding independence and fulfillment? Join me, Karen Nelson, as we explore this transformative idea in "Becoming You Again." Society often tells us to hide hard emotions, like anger, fear, and sadness. But the most effective way to heal from your divorce is to create a safe space to process these emotions fully and develop the emotional resilience needed to thrive post-divorce.
 

 I’ll walk you through a gentle approach to navigating difficult emotions. From initial resistance to eventual acceptance, I discuss the five stages of opening up to our feelings, emphasizing the importance of understanding and embracing them. By the end of this episode, you'll know how to reconnect with yourself, creating a lasting foundation of emotional resilience that supports a fulfilling and independent life.

This episode focuses on emotional healing during and after divorce, emphasizing the importance of allowing difficult emotions rather than resisting them. 

This episode:
 • Explores the common resistance to difficult emotions
 • Teaches healing through embracing rather than avoiding feelings
 • Teaches the five stages of emotional healing 
 • Promotes self-compassion as a critical part of the healing process
 • Offers tools to support emotional resilience

If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

For more information and full show notes go to:
https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/post/ep201

To download your FREE "Becoming You Again Podcast Map" click here. 

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

Struggling after divorce to get to know yourself? Click here to grab my $7 guide to get started!

If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

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DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR EDUCATIONAL, INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND ARE NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING PSYCHOLOGICAL, COUNSELING OR PROFESSIONAL HEALTHCARE ADVICE. 

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Unlock the secret to emotional resilience with one simple practice. Imagine shedding your stress and emotional baggage with a transformative technique called rhythmic shaking. This is an empowering somatic practice that helps you release tension and stress, especially if you're navigating grief or feeling overwhelmed. This episode will teach you the power of gentle movement and rhythm in fostering emotional independence.
 
 This episode will:

• Introduce rhythmic shaking as a somatic practice for stress relief
 • Guide listeners through a rhythmic shaking practice
 • Encourages slowing down to find stillness and grounding

If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

For more information and full show notes go to:
https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/post/ep200

To download your FREE "Becoming You Again Podcast Map" click here. 

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

Struggling after divorce to get to know yourself? Click here to grab my $7 guide to get started!

If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

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DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR EDUCATIONAL, INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND ARE NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING PSYCHOLOGICAL, COUNSELING OR PROFESSIONAL HEALTHCARE ADVICE. 

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When something goes wrong who’s the first person to feel your wrath? If you’re like most women, it’s you. The viper tongue shows up with a barrage of ways you’re not good enough and it’s all your fault.  In this episode I talk about why we, as women, are so mean and full of self hate and how to switch the narrative learning to like (and hopefully even) love yourself. 

In this episode I confront the damaging societal influences that often lead us to undervalue ourselves, and I'll share practical steps to help you recognize your inherent worth. By challenging the negative self-talk that haunts many of us, we'll foster a kinder, more loving relationship with ourselves.

This episode focuses on the deep-rooted struggle many we encounter when learning to love ourselves, particularly after a divorce. 

You’ll come away from this episode:
 • Understanding the psychological effects of societal expectations on women's self-worth
 • Identifying the "mean girl" voice that perpetuates self-hatred
 • Encouraging self-appreciation through daily lists of love and achievements
 • Emphasizing the importance of self-validation and recognizing intrinsic worth
 
 If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

For more information and full show notes go to:
https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/post/ep199

To download your FREE "Becoming You Again Podcast Map" click here. 

To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here.

Struggling after divorce to get to know yourself? Click here to grab my $7 guide to get started!

If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

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DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR EDUCATIONAL, INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND ARE NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING PSYCHOLOGICAL, COUNSELING OR PROFESSIONAL HEALTHCARE ADVICE. 

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