Do you find yourself tiptoeing around conflict, hiding your true feelings, or feeling anxious about how others will react? 

In this episode of The Love Your Life Show, I sit down with Tarah Kerwin, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and co-founder of Relationship Renovation, to explore emotional safety. If you’ve never considered emotional safety before, you’re not alone—and it might be the missing piece to feeling truly secure and connected in your relationships. With your husband, with your teens or adult children, with your friends, etc. 

We dive into:

What emotional safety really means and why it’s crucial for healthy, loving relationships

Signs that you don’t feel emotionally safe (and why that might be causing anxiety and resentment)

How unresolved childhood wounds can make emotional safety feel impossible

Simple, actionable steps to create emotional safety—even if your partner isn’t on board yet

Why people-pleasing and codependency keep you stuck in unsafe dynamics—and how to break free

If you’ve ever felt like you’re losing yourself in relationships, or if you’re exhausted from constantly trying to keep the peace, this episode is for you. Join us as we uncover how emotional safety can help you feel secure, authentic, and truly connected.

Listen now and take the first step toward feeling calmer (and emotionally safe!)

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Anxiety is at an all time high - whether it’s our polarizing political climate, our actual climate 🔥, our teen’s anxiety, or any number of other factors in your life, we’re feeling it!

And while anxiety itself isn’t a signal that something is wrong with your or your teen, when it turns more into panic, it gets unmanageable.

Well, I’ve been there. I’ve had my share of panic attacks and helped teens with theirs. Today I offer help for when we are feeling panicky, either on the verge of our own panic attack or we’re freaking out because our teen or young adult is anxious or having panic attacks. 

In this week’s Love Your Life Show, I’m sharing three simple, powerful steps to help you manage anxiety before it spirals into a panic attack. These tools aren’t just for emergencies—they’re skills you can use every day to feel more grounded, calm, and in control.

I really hope you’ll listen in. As I said, I’ve been there so know how life-changing these steps can be.

If you liked this show, you’ll like this one:

Loving Detachment on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/loving-detachment/id1434429161?i=1000642743348

Loving Detachment on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/6bL2I9rFFHSf18buCOEZMi?si=TcFLkT1ISduW6dzqX7zcWg

How to Feel Better on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-feel-better/id1434429161?i=1000536231921

How to Feel Better on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/3kZkQAcKknevOQBF4NGMcj?si=JqYFXw9hRYCh2A54ANlxmg

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Hey Warriors! In this episode of the Love Your Life Show, I’m diving into something so many of us struggle with: how to truly support the anxious people in our lives—whether it’s your teen, young adult, or even your partner. 

It’s easy to fall into habits of fixing, dismissing, or saying things we think are helpful but actually fuel their inner critic or inner rebel. I’m sharing how we can instead strengthen their inner coach, the voice that builds resilience and confidence, while staying calm and grounded ourselves. 

If you’ve ever wondered how to help someone you love without taking on their anxiety, this episode is for you.

And then run on over to sign up for the Love Your Life School. The first five people who sign up get a free parenting consultation. Sign up here: http://TheLoveYourLifeSchool.com

If you liked this show, you’ll like this one:

Apple Podcast: Is it the Inner Critic, Inner Rebel or Inner Coach? https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/love-your-life-show-personal-growth-mindset-habits/id1434429161?i=1000616931135

Spotify: Tame Your Inner Critic) https://open.spotify.com/episode/5QFpXdcWBmCon14djNnQnq?si=8541a106760c475e

Apple Podcast: 7 Losing Strategies in Marriage and Parenting Teens https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/7-losing-strategies-in-marriage-and-parenting-teens/id1434429161?i=1000693864597

Spotify: 7 Losing Strategies in Marriage and Parenting Teens https://open.spotify.com/episode/4lSjLrUtzbxPxyT7pd5OXh?si=c696583b408c4974

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Relationships can be one of the most rewarding parts of our lives ... .and, let’s be real, they can also feel like the most challenging. 

In this episode of The Love Your Life Show, I’m diving into the sneaky ways we sabotage the connections we crave. Whether it’s with your partner, your teens, your adult children, or your midlife friends, I’ll help you uncover the patterns that leave you feeling stuck, resentful, or disconnected.

I’m sharing personal stories (yes, I’ve been there!) and practical tips to help you shift these habits and bring more ease, joy, and understanding into your relationships. 

If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start building the closeness you’ve been longing for, you don’t want to miss this episode and learning about the seven losing strategies in a relationship.

If you liked this show, you’ll love this one:

“The Top Ways to Ruin your Relationships” on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/top-ways-to-ruin-relationships/id1434429161?i=1000509202735

“The Top Ways to Ruin your Relationships” on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/1EBQBlew8NV3eze5npy5dB?si=04a22383f9464b86

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This week on the Love Your Life Show, Midlife Intimacy Expert Dr. Jenn and I answer your questions on sexuality and desire. Questions like:

"What do we do if we haven’t had sex in weeks, months, or even years?"

"How can I share my sexual needs with my partner without causing hurt feelings?"

We also explore how the messages we got about our own sexuality may still be affecting us (they’re affecting me!!!)

Messages like:

→ Be desirable but don’t desire;

→ Be attractive and sexy but not openly so;

→ Be open and accommodating but not “loose” or “overly flirty”.

We also talk about:

🔥 Why desire dips and how to reignite that spark!

🔥 Navigating those "oh-so-fun" hormonal shifts (hot flashes, anyone? 😅)

🔥 Rekindling intimacy even if it's been a while...

This episode is packed with actionable tips and honest conversations to help you feel more confident and connected in your body and your relationship. ❤️

Circle back after listening and share in our private Facebook group. what is one thing you learned from this episode?

If you liked this episode, you’ll like this one:

Let’s Talk about Sex with Dr. Sonia Wright  on Apple Podcast  https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/lets-talk-about-sex-with-dr-sonia-wright/id1434429161?i=1000507532904

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Are You Blocking Your Dreams Without Realizing It?

I am so excited for you to listen to this episode! In this episode of the Love Your Life Show, I teach you how to notice when you’re blocking your dreams or thinking in a way that actually does the opposite of what you want.

Learn to spot where your brain is making excuses, how you’re playing small, and/or fighting for your limitations.

It’s ridiculously easy to get stuck in patterns of doubt, fear, and excuses, the very things that have us quit or give up on our goals or resolutions. Luckily, in today’s episode, you’ll learn how to recognize when you’re blocking your dreams and how to flip the script so you can start building a life you love.

I’ll share real-life examples, practical tips, and a mindset shift that will help you stop arguing against your potential and start supporting it. Whether you’re dreaming of a new career, better health, losing weight, or more joy in your everyday life, this episode will give you the tools to get unstuck and start moving forward. Your dreams are possible, Warriors—click play to get started!

If you liked this show, you’ll like this one:

How to stop overthinking on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/3QnWtncuenolr1oonnqRDX?si=6ac36b8fe4ee4557

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In this episode of Love Your Life Show, we're diving into the fascinating world of the Enneagram! 🌟 

Whether you’ve dabbled in personality types or are brand-new to this tool, you’ll discover how understanding your type can illuminate the patterns that shape your thoughts, behaviors, and relationships.

Enneagram Expert, Dr. Deborah Egerton, is on the show today to teach us how the Enneagram can help you:

If you’re ready to uncover what truly drives you—and how to grow beyond it—this conversation is for you! 🎙️

Don't miss this powerful episode—the Enneagram has helped me (with my marriage, my parenting, my wellness, my self acceptance) and I can’t wait for it to help you! 💡

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Enneagram on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enneagram/id1434429161?i=1000510423005

Enneagram on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3A4qEqHPwypDSYX2m7Py9R?si=11dee56760e14670

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What if there was just one skill that could completely transform your year—without changing a single circumstance in your life?

In this episode, I reveal the surprising key to feeling lighter, more confident, and finally breaking free from the grip of self-doubt.

Curious what it is?

I’ll guide you step by step through this game-changing practice, showing you how to quiet that relentless inner critic, reframe the thoughts that hold you back, and step into 2025 with renewed energy and purpose. You’ll leave with actionable tools to start shifting your mindset today—and a sneak peek at a free class designed to help you go even deeper. This is your chance to make this year your best one yet, starting right here.

If you liked this episode, you’ll like this one:

Which Soundtrack is Playing in your Head on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/which-soundtrack-is-playing-in-your-head/id1434429161?i=1000472984942

Which Soundtrack is Playing in your Head on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4YxV2NU0mVVHUsi4P2x7sR?si=7fead41aab284d25

Sign up for the free training on how to stop feeling responsible for everyone and everything! January 24th, 2025 at 7 PM EST here https://smbwell.com/freedom

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Hey, Warriors, who wants to actually feel FREE around food and diet rules in 2025? Listen in!

In this episode of The Love Your Life Show, I chat with Amy Connell—author, speaker, and fierce advocate for body acceptance. We talk about food freedom, how to break free from feeling like there’s a “right” way to eat (and somehow we’ll find that way on TikTok or Instagram 😝) and to FINALLY begin to accept and treat our bodies like the amazing vessels they are.

This is part battle cry to stop the diet mentality that patriarchy promotes (and harms both men and women) and part informative full of wellness tips just for you, whether you’re in perimenopause or menopause or on your way there. 

We also dive into practical tips for those of us who influence others—whether as moms or simply as people who care about the next generation. Amy shares simple ways we can reframe how we talk about food, exercise, and body image, creating healthier habits for ourselves and setting a positive example for our sons and daughters.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the diet cycle, overwhelmed by conflicting health advice, or weighed down by perfectionism, this episode is for you. Get ready to challenge outdated health myths, ditch the guilt, and find freedom in your health journey. Let’s do this together!

If you liked this show, you’ll like this one:

Midlife Weight Loss on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/midlife-weight-loss/id1434429161?i=1000641130210

Midlife Weight Loss on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/0whMvet0QCAChoEnJM3Ni9?si=5a438b9db21e41c0

How To Follow Through with Your Goals on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/how-to-follow-through-with-your-goals/id1434429161?i=1000641929925 

How To Follow Through with Your Goals on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/2V7OrBxB5GrPSzvu3xsZji?si=367f331f88144dbf

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How many times have you set a goal, felt excited about a fresh start, and then found yourself weeks later wondering what went wrong?

You’re not alone. 

Most of us fall into the same cycle—big dreams, roadblock, and then the familiar story: “Maybe I’m just not cut out for this.” 

But let me tell you something important: It’s not your fault, and it’s not true. 

This week on the podcast, I share the one simple shift you need to stop that frustrating pattern for good. Imagine ending 2025 feeling proud of what you’ve achieved, knowing you kept showing up for yourself no matter what.

If you’re ready to approach 2025 with fresh energy and confidence, this episode is for you!

If you liked this show, you’ll like this one:

URGE JAR EPISODE on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-urge-jar/id1434429161?i=1000579410758

URGE JAR EPISODE on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/73A3tP31BTrKuGE8NdOTSe?si=29e080fe5c074660

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