It’s easy to get stuck in painful patterns rooted in unresolved wounds from our parents. These mother and father wounds can hold us back, keeping us from fully stepping into who we are meant to be. They impact our emotions, relationships, and even our sense of self-worth. This problem doesn’t just fade with time; it runs deep, tied to our primal instincts and childhood experiences.

But we can identify the negative emotions we feel towards our parents, reflect on the patterns we’ve internalised from them, and notice how they show up in our lives.

If we don’t, this pain can keep us stuck in cycles of resentment, disappointment, and frustration. It can make us reactive, drain our energy, and even sabotage our relationships and personal growth.

But by doing the work – taking even small steps – we can begin to reclaim our freedom and live with greater peace and clarity.

Mentioned in this episode:

Healing Your Relationship with the Masculine

The Cycle Breaker’s Path

When we expand spiritually, it’s not all ease and light. As we step into our truth and embody more of our light, we often trigger discomfort in others. Their shadows rise, and we may feel the weight of their resistance, control, or hostility. This can lead us to shrink, compromise, or play small, abandoning who we truly are.

If we give in to this pressure, we risk staying stuck in old patterns. We lose the opportunity to fully embody our light and truth. We might even find ourselves trapped in cycles of disappointment, resentment, or self-abandonment.

But there is a way we can walk forward with an open heart and a quiet, unshakable power.

Mentioned in this episode:

Healing Your Relationship with the Masculine

The Cycle Breaker’s Path

If you’ve felt disconnected from yourself or out of alignment with your energy, stuck in old patterns and overwhelmed by stress, you might wonder if you’re truly living. What you need is to reconnect with your energy and centre yourself in the present.

This isn’t about overthinking or trying to control everything. It’s about listening, trusting, and remembering who we are at our core.

In this episode, energy healer and teacher Jeffrey Allen offers a moment to pause and tune in. To notice how you’re feeling in your body, to allow yourself to let go of any expectations or judgments, and simply be present.

• Jeffrey’s website
• Spirit Mind – Jeffrey’s work with Hisami
• Follow @iamjeffreyallen on Instagram
• Follow Jeffrey on YouTube

Mentioned in this episode:

Healing Your Relationship with the Masculine

The Cycle Breaker’s Path

At the core, many men feel unworthy of being loved fully. This unresolved belief leads to patterns that push love away.

The way forward is to own our patterns and take responsibility for shifting them. We need to train ourselves to stay present, even when it's uncomfortable.

Intimacy requires us to regulate our emotions and embrace vulnerability without shame. True freedom comes when we stop running and face our fears with courage and devotion.

Otherwise, we remain stuck in a cycle of distrust and emotional disconnection. Our actions create the very distance we fear, and relationships feel unsafe or unfulfilling. We miss out on the depth and love we truly desire.

This episode is an invitation to breathe deeply and commit to staying present, even when it feels uncomfortable.

Mentioned in this episode:

Healing Your Relationship with the Masculine

The Cycle Breaker’s Path

When couples face unresolved issues or fail to repair conflicts quickly, relationships suffer. These challenges can lead to misunderstandings, resentment, and emotional distance. Trauma, past experiences, and unmet expectations can make these problems even harder to manage.

Author and expert in psychology and relationships, Stan Tatkin joins Lorin to explore how shared agreements, thoughtful design, and a focus on mutual care can help you build a strong foundation.

Without this foundation, relationships can become unstable. Fights linger, trust erodes, and unresolved issues or traumas deepen the disconnect. Over time, this can harm not just the relationship but also our mental and physical health.

Start today, by having a conversation with your partner about what you both want from your relationship. These small steps can create momentum toward a stronger, more secure bond.

• Follow @drstantatkin on Instagram
• Work with Stan directly
• The PACT Institute

Mentioned in this episode:

Healing Your Relationship with the Masculine

The Cycle Breaker’s Path

So-called “nice guys” seek validation, avoid conflict, and suppress their needs and desires. This can leave them feeling frustrated, disconnected, and resentful. These patterns can harm their relationships, self-esteem, and ability to live authentically.

Men need to break free from these behaviours and reclaim their sense of self. This means learning to set boundaries, asking for what they want, and releasing the shame they carry, especially around sexuality and vulnerability.

When men show up as authentic, grounded, and confident, they create deeper connections and live more fulfilling lives.

This conversation with Dr Robert Glover will help you

• Break free from seeking external validation and develop genuine self-confidence
• Embrace your masculine energy while maintaining authenticity in relationships
• Move beyond the "nice guy" syndrome and create more fulfilling connections

• Visit Dr Glover’s website
• Integration Nation – A worldwide tribe of integrated men
• Follow Dr Glover on YouTube
• Follow @drgloverofficial on Instagram

Mentioned in this episode:

The Cycle Breaker’s Path

Healing Your Relationship with the Masculine

Empaths face a big challenge in relationships – they feel deeply but can lose themselves by giving too much to others who don’t give back the same way. This can leave them drained, disconnected, and stuck in unhealthy dynamics.

Sensitivity is a gift, but it needs to be used wisely. We need to set boundaries, protect our energy, and focus on relationships where love and care are mutual. To create alignment in our lives, we need to meet people where they are.

If someone consistently leaves you feeling empty, it might be time to create space for healthier relationships. Protecting our energy isn’t selfish; it’s necessary for showing up fully in the world.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Cycle Breaker’s Path

Healing Your Relationship with the Masculine

Many relationships struggle because we can't tell if our lack of safety comes from our partner's behaviour or from our own unresolved wounds. This makes it hard to feel secure and connected, leading to tension and misunderstanding.

What we need to do is look at whether our partner is genuinely showing up in a committed, present, and reliable way. At the same time, we need to reflect on our own patterns and see if past wounds are influencing how we perceive the relationship.

If we don’t draw these distinctions, our relationships can become filled with blame and criticism. We may constantly feel unsafe and unsatisfied, even if our partner is doing their best. This creates distance and can keep us from experiencing deeper love and trust.

In this episode, Lorin invites you to ask yourself whether your partner’s showing up in a way that deserves appreciation. If they are, try expressing gratitude for their efforts today. If not, think about how you can lovingly communicate your needs to help strengthen the connection.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Cycle Breaker’s Path

Healing Your Relationship with the Masculine

Attracting a conscious partner can be a frustrating process. It can feel like we’re doing everything right but still aren’t seeing the results we want. This can lead to restlessness, a sense of pressure, and crippling self-doubt.

But there are practical steps we can take to create space for the right person to enter our lives. We need to shift our energy from frustration to grounded excitement and let go of trying to control the timeline.

Frustration and resistance can weigh us down and keep us stuck. We might start viewing our journey with negativity or start sabotaging the process altogether. This takes the joy out of the present moment and creates unnecessary suffering.

This episode will help you create a calm space, drop into your heart, and let your deepest intuition guide you. This small action can begin to shift your energy and align you with the love you’re seeking.

Mentioned in this episode:

Healing Your Relationship with the Masculine

The Cycle Breaker’s Path

Unresolved fears, past wounds, and unrealistic expectations plague many relationships. To create healthier relationships, we need to look inward.

Working on a relationship means working on ourselves – understanding our fears, taking responsibility for our behaviour, and being open to growth and vulnerability.

Jillian Turecki is a renowned relationship coach, teacher and writer who helps people build and maintain exceptional relationships. She brings extensive experience from her background in somatic experiencing and thousands of hours of relationship coaching.

It Begins With You – Jillian’s book

Follow @jillianturecki on Instagram

Mentioned in this episode:

Healing Your Relationship with the Masculine

The Cycle Breaker’s Path