Therapist and host Malisa Hepner sits down with Joni Woods, author of, "Burned, Blocked and Better Than Ever", a certified life coach and culture strategist with over 15 years of experience in communication, emotional intelligence, and relationship dynamics. Joni shares her powerful journey from a challenging marriage through addiction, grief, and loss, toward self-discovery and empowerment. Together, they explore how societal expectations shape our relationships, why emotional intelligence and self-awareness are foundational to healing, and how vulnerability and inner-child work open the door to authentic connection, self-compassion, and lasting joy.

Practice conscious vulnerability.

This week, choose one relationship (including the one with yourself) and practice naming your feelings without defending, fixing, or minimizing them. Ask yourself: What does my inner child need right now—validation, safety, or compassion? When vulnerability is paired with emotional intelligence, it becomes a bridge to deeper connection, healing, and joy rather than a risk you have to survive.

Joni's links: Website, Youtube

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