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Ever noticed how the most beautiful self-care routines sometimes feel empty? There's a reason. 

In this raw and honest exploration, we uncover the shadow side of self-care—when wellness practices become sophisticated forms of emotional avoidance rather than genuine healing. I share my own journey of realizing that despite having the "perfect" spiritual routine—the meditation, the affirmations, the aesthetics—I was still disconnecting from my deeper emotions. The breakthrough came not during a polished practice but during a messy breakdown that finally allowed truth to surface.

We dive into the critical questions that transform self-care from performance to presence: Are you using rituals to connect with yourself or escape yourself? Are you feeling or numbing? Is your routine a doorway or a detour? Through a guided mindful moment, we create space to recognize what emotions we might be bypassing through our well-intentioned practices.

Real self-care isn't always Instagram-worthy. Sometimes it looks like canceled plans, ugly crying, or expressing anger—because healing happens in honesty, not in perfection. The parts of ourselves we've been avoiding might just be the missing pieces of our wholeness. Join me in this journey beyond the façade, where we discover that when we can hold space for our shadow, we stop being afraid of our own light.

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What if the parts of yourself you've been trying to get rid of actually hold the key to your healing? In this heart-opening conversation, relationship experts Dean and HollyKem Sunseri reveal the transformative power of recognizing, naming, and loving all aspects of yourself – even the parts that feel broken or protective.

After 33 years of marriage and decades helping couples heal, the Senseris share with refreshing transparency how they've moved from being emotional "takers" to "givers" in their relationship. Holly Kim bravely discusses her journey from addiction, felony convictions, and suicidal thoughts to profound self-acceptance, while Dean reveals how men can become "powerfully vulnerable" – simultaneously strong and heart-connected.

Their framework for understanding our different internal "selves" offers listeners a practical way to make sense of conflicting emotions. Rather than being confused by contradictory feelings, we can recognize when our "protective self" (which Holly Kim humorously compares to Beth Dutton from Yellowstone) is trying to shield our wounded parts from further pain.

The conversation takes a particularly powerful turn when addressing forgiveness. The Senseris make a crucial distinction between forgiveness and boundaries, explaining why freeing your heart from resentment doesn't mean maintaining unhealthy relationships. As Dean notes, "Forgiveness has to do with recognizing that I've been offended and hurt by things done to me, and I'm willing to lay that down on the altar so my heart can be restored."

Whether you're struggling in a relationship, dealing with past trauma, or simply seeking more authentic connection, this episode offers profound yet practical wisdom for turning pain into growth. As the Senseris emphasize, your voice matters – and when you don't talk out your emotions, you'll inevitably act them out. Ready to begin your own healing journey?

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What if the greatest obstacle to your healing isn't someone else, but the person staring back at you in the mirror? This transformative episode explores the powerful threshold where excuses end and genuine transformation begins – what I call "the mirror's edge."

For years, I was the queen of "if only" thinking – believing that if only others would change their behavior, then I could finally feel whole. Sound familiar? That's the fascinating thing about human pain: it's tragically universal. But here's the truth bomb that changed everything: in every painful pattern, the common denominator wasn't them – it was me. Your triggers aren't random; they're your greatest teachers, pointing precisely to where healing is needed.

Through intimate personal stories about transforming my relationship with my mother and reclaiming my power in the workplace, I share how accountability without self-blame became my pathway to freedom. We explore how unhealed trauma creates a space where we feel unsafe to feel our emotions, leading us to constantly blame others rather than face our own feelings. The most difficult truth? Your healing is 100% your responsibility, even when the wound wasn't your fault.

Experience a guided mindful moment meditation to identify your own relationship patterns, and learn about emotional sobriety practices that create safety for you to finally drop into your body's wisdom. Are you ready to stand at the mirror's edge and finally see yourself clearly? Join our upcoming emotional sobriety workshop to discover practical tools for breaking free from invisible patterns. Because the bravest thing you'll ever do is interrupt a pattern that was handed down to you as love.

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What does it mean to harness your authentic power as a female artist in a world that often tries to define you? Tabitha Gerbadian's journey from Barbados to international stages reveals the raw reality behind the spotlight.

When Tabitha steps on stage, something electric happens. Her voice commanded 60,000 people in Africa and turned quiet restaurant patrons into spontaneous dancers. But this Caribbean reggae artist's path hasn't been without challenges. With refreshing candor, she shares how her confident, assertive stage presence gets mischaracterized as "masculine energy" in a male-dominated industry. "If I am doing really good at my job, it's like, 'oh, she's trying to be a man,'" she explains, highlighting the double standards women face across professions.

The conversation takes us behind the curtain of music industry politics, from Tabitha's formative experience performing with Beenie Man at just 13 years old to her manifestation moment with Wyclef Jean. She speaks powerfully about resisting pressure to sexualize her performances, choosing instead to let her artistry and message lead. Her song "Better Must Come," written during a dark period, later saved a fan's life—a profound reminder of music's healing power.

Tabitha's philosophy emerges as both practical and spiritual: "Energy does not lie. When you put intentions and set your intentions, best believe it's gonna come exactly how it needs to come." Her transition from Barbados to Germany, from performing to planning her first EP, all reflect a woman determined to trust her intuition despite a world that sometimes pushes against it.

What emerges is a story about more than music—it's about finding courage to stand in your truth when others would have you dim your light. Whether you're an artist or simply searching for authenticity in your own life, Tabitha's journey offers both inspiration and practical wisdom for the path ahead.

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The rush of being needed – that warm sensation when someone turns to you in crisis – feels incredible, but what if your desire to help might sometimes be more about you than them? This powerful episode dives deep into the psychology of our "rescue reflex" and explores when supporting others becomes a hidden addiction.

When you constantly swoop in to fix others' problems, your brain floods with dopamine, oxytocin, and adrenaline, creating what neuroscientists call a "helper's high" that can be as addictive as any substance. Parents finishing their children's projects, colleagues taking on others' work, friends who drop everything for every crisis – these behaviors often masquerade as love while secretly saying "I don't think you can handle this without me."

Through personal stories, expert insights, and a powerful guided reflection, you'll discover how constant rescuing might actually be keeping the people around you small. The episode introduces three transformative practices – the Physical Pause, the Body Check, and the Boundary Phrase – that work with your biology to break these patterns. You'll learn the profound difference between supporting and saving, illustrated through a moving personal story about accompanying a friend through cancer while honoring her dignity and agency.

Ready to transform how you show up for others without losing yourself? Download the Empowered Presence Framework at liftoneselfcom/tools and start creating boundaries that aren't walls, but gates designed to preserve your capacity for true connection. Your healing isn't selfish – it's revolutionary

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• Struggling to break free from the corporate ceiling? Greg Mohr, self-described "Franchise Maven," reveals how franchising opens doors to entrepreneurship without starting from scratch. This eye-opening conversation challenges everything you thought you knew about franchise opportunities.
  
  Greg's journey from teenage Taco Bell worker to franchise expert spans decades of firsthand business experience across multiple industries and states. He dispels the common misconception that franchises are limited to brick-and-mortar restaurants, revealing opportunities in virtually every sector—from home services to senior care—many requiring modest initial investments compared to traditional business startups.
  
  What sets this episode apart is Greg's straightforward assessment of financial freedom. "How soon do you want to do what you want, when you want, with the money to do it?" This question frames his compelling argument for entrepreneurship through franchising as an alternative to the predetermined salary caps of traditional employment. He breaks down practical considerations including funding options (SBA loans vs. self-directed retirement funds), net worth requirements, and the varying time commitments different franchise models demand.
  
  Beyond business insights, Greg shares his holistic approach to success through mindful practices like daily nature walks, sustainable living, and reducing processed foods. His story embodies the ultimate payoff of entrepreneurship: not just financial gain, but the freedom to design your ideal lifestyle.
  
  Ready to explore whether franchising might be your path to greater freedom and financial independence? Discover Greg's no-cost consultation services and his book "Real Freedom: Why Franchises Are Worth Considering and How They Can Be Used for Building Wealth" at FranchiseMaven.com.

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Are you exhausted from saying "yes" when you need to say "no"? This game-changing episode reveals why healthy boundaries are the ultimate form of self-love—and the missing key to deeper connections.

Millions struggle silently with boundary-setting, trapped between self-sacrifice and relationship preservation. As one listener confessed, "Sometimes it's hard because there is a lot of love and you feel like you have to explain why you're stepping away." This powerful testimony captures what so many of us experience daily.

Discover the paradigm shift that's transforming lives: boundaries aren't walls that disconnect—they're sacred gardens that allow authentic relationships to flourish. When we set boundaries from fear, we remain powerless. When we establish them from wholeness, they become profound declarations of our inherent worth.

Master the revolutionary TRUST framework that psychology experts are embracing:

• Tune into body wisdom: Recognize your physical boundary signals
• Respond from clarity: Make decisions from centeredness, not crisis
• Understand authentic emotions: Learn why real feelings often feel unfamiliar
• Separate worth from people-pleasing: Break the validation addiction
• Take ownership of evolution: Embrace the journey of boundary mastery

This episode distinguishes between protective discomfort (keeping you small) and growth discomfort (expanding your potential), revealing why emotional safety can never be outsourced—it must be created within.

Transform your relationships today: Download the comprehensive Lovind Boudary Compass and Trust Framework guide at liftoneself.com/tools or experience the life-changing Raw Healing course for deep inner work.

Join our thriving community on Instagram @liftoneself—share your boundary journey and your question might be featured in our highly-anticipated upcoming episode on trusting yourself without a roadmap!

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Your body doesn't lie. That tightness in your chest before their call? The knot in your stomach when they text? It's not anxiety—it's clarity.

In this raw, unfiltered episode, I reveal how I stayed trapped for years in relationships that dimmed my light—convinced that familiar discomfort was safer than the unknown. These weren't dramatic, obvious toxicity. They were the quiet kind: conditional support, subtle dismissals, and the constant reminder of who I used to be when I was trying to become who I am.

As one client confessed, "I wasn't afraid of losing them; I was afraid of finding me." Six months after setting that boundary, she launched the business she'd been dreaming of for a decade.

Your nervous system recognizes what your heart can't admit: some people were only meant to be chapters, not the entire story of your life. Freedom awaits on the other side of what you're willing to release.

Before our next episode on "Embracing Self-Trust," write a letter from your future self who has already let go. What wisdom have they found? What freedom have they claimed?

Your authentic life is waiting. Your body already knows the way.

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What if the physical pain you've battled for years isn't actually physical at all? Jenny Harkleroad's extraordinary journey from debilitating chronic pain to complete healing challenges everything we think we know about our bodies and minds.

After a hiking accident left her with a broken back, Jenny's expected six-week recovery stretched into years of agony that conventional medicine couldn't resolve. Despite surgeries, pain medications, and every medical intervention available, nothing helped—until she discovered the true source of her suffering wasn't in her spine but in her subconscious.

Working with a doctor who used muscle testing to access her body's hidden knowledge, Jenny uncovered how emotional wounds from her past were creating physical manifestations in her present. More surprisingly, she found herself taking pain pills not for physical discomfort but to numb emotions related to her marriage—a revelation that began a deeper healing journey touching every aspect of her life.

The most profound transformation came when Jenny learned to reprogram her subconscious mind. After 100 therapy sessions exploring issues in her marriage without resolution, a three-day immersion in subconscious repatterning completely transformed her relationship without her husband changing at all. By healing the wounded parts of herself that were causing her to react negatively to her husband's behaviors, she found herself responding with curiosity instead of anger, acceptance instead of judgment.

Jenny's powerful story reminds us that we're often taught to "think our feelings" rather than actually experiencing them—a disconnection that can manifest as physical pain, relationship struggles, and a pervasive sense of unhappiness despite outward success. Through her personal transformation, she now helps others reprogram their subconscious minds to create profound changes in health, relationships, and overall wellbeing.

Ready to discover what your body might be trying to tell you? Connect with Jenny at balancedyou.org for resources to begin your own healing journey.

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That feeling of existing in a room full of people yet somehow remaining completely invisible—it cuts deeper than we often admit. Through vulnerable reflection, I explore this universal wound of feeling unseen and the exhausting pattern of seeking validation from people and places that simply cannot give it.

Many of us know the sting of having our truth dismissed or misunderstood, even by those we love most. This triggers a storm inside—rage, isolation, and an almost desperate need to make others acknowledge our pain. But what happens when we finally stop waiting for external validation? What transforms when we begin to truly see ourselves?

The real journey begins when we move beyond intellectually knowing we're enough to actually embodying this truth. Through a guided meditation, I share a practice that has helped me navigate these feelings of invisibility. We breathe into discomfort together while affirming our inherent worth: "I see myself. I hear myself. My truth matters."

Healing involves gathering all the pieces of ourselves we've scattered throughout life and integrating them into wholeness. While we can't control how others perceive us, we absolutely control how we perceive ourselves. Once you start holding your truth authentically, you'll discover you don't need anyone else to tell you who you are—you already know.

For those resonating with these themes, my Raw Healing course dives deeper into the uncomfortable but necessary work of feeling our authentic emotions. Visit liftoneselfcom for details, and join me next time when we'll explore letting go of relationships that no longer serve us. Remember, you matter—whether others see it or not.

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