This week’s Couch Talks reminds us why we love hearing from you! Amy & Kat go over multiple emails: some updates from listeners that have ended up on Couch Talks in the past, Cheryl wrote in and shared her funny “tongue thruster” story from her childhood, and Dave is offering to send us money…no strings attached…so there’s that. Hope you enjoy & have the day you need to have! 

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Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy

Kat Van Buren // @KatVanburen

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Amy and Kat continue to unpack Dr. John Gottman’s famous ‘Four Horsemen of the apocalypse’ for relationships which has helped him be able to predict the failure or success of a relationship with a 90% accuracy rate. Week 2 is Defensiveness. It is that quick “it’s not me, it’s you” response that shows up when we think we are being criticized. Amy and Kat talk about how defensiveness sneaks in when we are stressed or protecting our ego (especially for Amy!!), and why it makes conflict worse instead of solving it. They share real-life examples, explain how even a hint of criticism can trigger us, and walk through the antidote of taking responsibility for your part. You will hear tips for pausing, owning your piece, and keeping conversations from turning into blame games. This episode will help you stay connected and turn tense moments into opportunities for understanding.

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Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy

Kat Van Buren // threecordstherapy.com // @KatVanburen

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When Carley found herself constantly thinking about food—either obsessing over dieting or feeling like a failure for not being able to stick with anything—she knew something had to change. She was sick of the all-or-nothing mindset, the endless rules, and the guilt that always followed. But as the youngest woman to ever go through the Stressless Eating program, she also knew she didn’t want to carry this struggle into the rest of her life.

In this episode, Carley opens up about what it felt like to be trapped in a cycle of food obsession, why she finally decided to get help, and how she rewired her brain to break free. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by all the conflicting advice out there or wondered if you’d ever find peace with food, Carley’s journey will show you that real, lasting change is possible—at any age.

HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington 

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Do you ever get the feeling like you’re telling the same story over and over again? The details may change (new boss, new partner, new hometown) but the cycle of the story stays the same. In today’s episode I talk about what to do when you seem to be stuck in the same frustrating story on repeat. I’ll share my own experience with finding myself in this rut and talk about how to move when you’re ready to finally make an edit. 

Host: Ally Fallon // @allyfallon // allisonfallon.com

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In this episode, Amanda explores what it means to be a Rainbow Warrior and how this archetypal energy can help us navigate a time of massive transition. As we move through the eclipse season, our systems are breaking down, but new light and abilities are also coming through. We're reminded that our human experience is sacred, and we have a duty to ourselves and to the planet.

Discover how to connect with your own inner power, anchor in new light, and become a harbinger of renewal. We dive into the profound symbolism of the Rainbow Warrior across different cultures, from Aboriginal lore to the concept of Kundalini energy and Earth’s ley lines. Learn how this mythic archetype can help you bridge linear and multidimensional time, and why it’s connected to the sacredness of water.

We’ll Discuss:

• The Power of Intention: How to intentionally express care, and also recognize your own capacity to give and receive it.
• Talisman Energy: What a talisman is and how everyday objects or moments can carry magic and serve as reminders of your higher resonance.
• Transmutation with Tiger's Eye: Why this powerful stone is a great tool for detoxing heavy energy and moving forward with courage and boldness.
• The Rainbow Warrior Archetype: Understanding the ancient, cross-cultural symbol of the Rainbow Warrior or Serpent, and how it's connected to uplifting consciousness, creation, and destruction cycles.
• Collective Responsibility: Why the changes you're going through are not just about you, but about anchoring new light into the collective consciousness.
• Reflection Questions: Consider what's coming into alignment for you, who has reflected your own light back to you, and how you can pay it forward today.

Tune in to learn how to embody the Rainbow Warrior and send the frequency of love, clarity, and courage out into the world.

 

Host: Amanda Rieger Green

YouTube: @soul_pathology⁩  

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Website: SoulPathology.com 

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Amber sent us an email about something we’ve all felt. That little spiral when a friend takes forever to text you back and you start wondering if you did something wrong. Amy & Kat talk about how our brains love to make up stories, and how we won't know what's really going on unless we ask them. Amy immediately relates to this listener and shares her experience. They also make up some fun, new acronyms that might come in handy when you're starting to spiral. Speaking of acronyms, is it not cool to text 'lol' anymore? Apparently, it's "ick" along with no-show socks. Ugh.

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This is the start of a 4 part series of Amy and Kat unpacking Dr. John Gottman’s famous ‘Four Horsemen of the apocalypse’ for relationships which has helped him be able to predict the failure or success of a relationship with a 90% accuracy rate. Part 1 is Criticism, the one that often shows up first and sets the tone for conflict. Amy has her own issues with getting defensive and even gets her boyfriend on the phone to confirm. Kat explains why criticism is different from a simple complaint, how it sneaks in through exaggeration, “should” statements, jokes, and tone, and why it can actually be a clumsy bid for connection. You’ll learn Gottman’s antidote, the Gentle Start-Up, with clear “I feel / I need” examples to help you express concerns without blame. Whether you’re married, dating, or navigating family and friendships, this episode will help you spot criticism early and swap it for communication that keeps relationships strong.

Feeling of the Day: Angry (and Kat has every right to be!) 

Listen next week for: Defensiveness (Part 2 of How Relationships Begin to End: The Four Horseman)

 

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Kat Van Buren // threecordstherapy.com // @KatVanburen

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Have you ever felt derailed by failure in your life? 

Perhaps it was the end of a relationship, the loss of a job, a public embarrassment, or a mistake that cost you more than you felt ready to lose. 

Or maybe you don’t experience failure much. It’s possible you tiptoe around failure, making sure that you’re never too far out on a limb so as not to fall. 

In that case, you might feel blocked or stuck, too insulated to experience failure but too protected to receive real freedom or joy. 

In today’s episode I talk about failure: why we avoid it, how we survive it, and how to make meaning of failure in our lives. I normalize it, de-stigmatize it, and invite you to do something that might feel counterintuitive to you; to move toward failure, rather than away. 

What might failure be trying to show you in your life right now?

 

Host: Ally Fallon // @allyfallon // allisonfallon.com

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Are you feeling a call to let go and surrender? September is a powerful 9 universal month in a 9 universal year, a time of sacred closure and profound transformation. Join us as we explore the energy of the number 9 and its connection to karmic cycles, tapping into infinite wisdom, and refining your personal frequency.

In this episode, Amanda shares a deeply personal journey of sacred closure in a place that holds significant karma. She discusses how certain geographical locations, jobs, or even relationships can act as rites of passage, holding space for your soul's true frequency.

Discover how to embrace the natural ebb and flow of life, moving gracefully forward instead of clinging to the past. We explore how moments of sorrow and pain can be laden with hope and faith, and why this "capstone month" in numerology offers a chance for piercing clarity.

Learn to trust your path, release what no longer serves you, and become honest about what you're still carrying. This is a powerful time to get in sync with your oversoul and step into your destiny with an open heart.

Additional Resources:

Navigating the Dark Night of the Soul: A Journey of Healing & Spiritual Awakening

September Numerology: Find Your Center in the Eye of the Storm 

September Astrology: Eclipse Season, Retrogrades, & the Fall Equinox 

August to October Numerology: Are You Ready for this Energetic Shift?

 

Host: Amanda Rieger Green

YouTube: @soul_pathology⁩  

Instagram: @soulpathology 

Website: SoulPathology.com 

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Leanne is back with Scott and Ketric for another episode of our "Ask the God Pod" series. This week they tackle a question many newcomers to faith share: What does prayer look like?

In this episode of "Ask the God Pod," Scott and Ketric are back to tackle a listener's heartfelt question about coping with the immense stress of supporting a loved one struggling with addiction. For over two decades, this listener has been on a turbulent journey alongside her brother, who battles alcoholism. Initially driven by the hope of saving him, the toll on her own well-being has become increasingly apparent. She's endured the emotional rollercoaster of multiple rehab attempts, homelessness, and hospitalizations, all while feeling the weight of responsibility grow heavier. As the stress seeped into every aspect of her life, from relationships to her own health, she wants to know how to detach from the drama and reclaim a sense of control and peace amidst the chaos. Join us as we explore the power of perspective, resilience, and faith in navigating the challenges of loving someone through addiction.

Links to the Acting As If Series:

Episode 1: (THINKING) When Downward Spiral Thoughts Rule Your Life

Episode 2: (FEELING) When Your Thoughts Don't Match How You Feel

Episode 3: (BELIEVING) When Your Self-Image Undermines What You Really Want

Episode 4: (DOING) When What You Say Doesn't Align With What You Do

HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington

GUEST: Ketric Newell & Scott Stephens

To learn more about Leanne, head over to www.LeanneEllington.com, and to share your thoughts, questions, feedback, or guest suggestions instantly, head on over to www.WhatsGodGotToDoWithIt.com.

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