Speak Honest Podcast: Real Talk on Relationships, Attachment Styles & the Work of Healing Childhood Trauma

Ever felt like you should be over your ex by now, but you can’t stop thinking about them? Wondered why you keep checking their stories, or worse, found yourself spiraling into a breakup rabbit hole of “what ifs” and “maybes”? In this honest and raw conversation, I sit down with breakup recovery coach Lucy Price to pull back the curtain on what really happens when we’re stuck in the heartbreak loop. We talk about the sneaky ways grief shows up after a breakup, why trying to win your ex back might be the wrong goal, and how to shift from obsessing over them to reclaiming you. This is a must-listen if you’re ready to get real about healing and stop wasting energy on someone who’s no longer in your life.

You might want to listen if:

• You can’t stop checking your ex’s social media and wondering what it means
• You’ve spent hours Googling “how to get my ex back” and feel stuck in the cycle
• You’re feeling more lost after a breakup you chose to end
• You’ve been told to “just cut him off” but it doesn’t feel that simple
• You’re ready to stop chasing him and start chasing your own healing

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WORK WITH JENN

• 🎯 Schedule your FREE 30-min Attachment Assessment with Jenn
• Ready Now? Join the Speak Honest Academy
• Apply for FREE Podcast Coaching with Jenn
• Ask Jenn a question

LEARN MORE

• Grab your copy of the #1 best-selling book, Dance of Attachment
• Visit www.speak-honest.com to learn more
• Watch Jenn's 🔴 TEDx Talk

DISCLAIMER:  Speak Honest podcast content is informational, not professional or medical advice. Jenn is an ICF relationship coach, not a licensed therapist. Consult health professionals for specific concerns. Client opinions do not reflect Speak Honest’s stance. We aim for accuracy but are not liable for errors or outcomes from this information. 

What if exploring your identity wasn’t just allowed, it was celebrated?
In this episode, I’m opening up about my own pride story, not as a coach, but as a mom. I share what it’s been like raising my trans son, from his first coming out moment at nine years old to the joy of watching him grow into who he is today. You’ll hear how learning about pronouns rewired my brain, why phases aren’t something to be feared, and how creating space for identity exploration is one of the greatest gifts we can give our kids, and ourselves.

You might want to listen if:

• You’re raising or supporting a queer or trans child and want to show up with love
• You’re curious about how to navigate pronouns and evolving identities with respect
• You’ve been told something’s “just a phase,” and it stuck with you
• You want to break free from rigid expectations around gender and identity
• You believe in making space for people to grow, change, and be fully themselves

STAY CONNECTED

• Join our FREE Speak Honest Facebook Group 🧡
• Follow Jenn on Instagram: @speak_honest
• Enjoying the show? Please leave a Review! 

WORK WITH JENN

• 🎯 Schedule your FREE 30-min Attachment Assessment with Jenn
• Ready Now? Join the Speak Honest Academy
• Apply for FREE Podcast Coaching with Jenn
• Ask Jenn a question

LEARN MORE

• Grab your copy of the #1 best-selling book, Dance of Attachment
• Visit www.speak-honest.com to learn more
• Watch Jenn's 🔴 TEDx Talk

DISCLAIMER:  Speak Honest podcast content is informational, not professional or medical advice. Jenn is an ICF relationship coach, not a licensed therapist. Consult health professionals for specific concerns. Client opinions do not reflect Speak Honest’s stance. We aim for accuracy but are not liable for errors or outcomes from this information. 

Ever felt like you can’t tell if you’re ready to leave or just desperate for something to change?
In this raw and revealing conversation, I sit down with Dr. Becky Whetstone, also known as the “Marriage Crisis Manager,” to talk about what really happens when a relationship hits the point of "I think I want out." Whether you're in the middle of a marriage meltdown or quietly questioning everything, this episode is packed with insight, validation, and surprising hope. We talk about the nervous system’s role in emotional shutdown, why a separation doesn’t have to mean the end, and how responsiveness in a partner can make or break a relationship. Dr. Becky also shares her own story of starting over at 42 and why it’s never too late to grow emotionally and reclaim your sense of self.

You might want to listen if:

• You feel emotionally neglected and aren't sure how much more you can take
• You're thinking about separation but don’t know what that actually means
• You’ve been told you’re too emotional or too much in your marriage
• You’re the only one doing the work and it’s making you question everything
• You’ve wondered if your marriage is worth saving but don’t know where to start

STAY CONNECTED

• Join our FREE Speak Honest Facebook Group 🧡
• Follow Jenn on Instagram: @speak_honest
• Enjoying the show? Please leave a Review! 

WORK WITH JENN

• 🎯 Schedule your FREE 30-min Attachment Assessment with Jenn
• Ready Now? Join the Speak Honest Academy
• Apply for FREE Podcast Coaching with Jenn
• Ask Jenn a question

LEARN MORE

• Grab your copy of the #1 best-selling book, Dance of Attachment
• Visit www.speak-honest.com to learn more
• Watch Jenn's 🔴 TEDx Talk

DISCLAIMER:  Speak Honest podcast content is informational, not professional or medical advice. Jenn is an ICF relationship coach, not a licensed therapist. Consult health professionals for specific concerns. Client opinions do not reflect Speak Honest’s stance. We aim for accuracy but are not liable for errors or outcomes from this information. 

Can a panic attack at the dentist actually teach you how far you've come in your healing journey?
In this raw and deeply honest episode, I share the unexpected emotional storm that hit me during a routine dental appointment and why it left me feeling more empowered, not less. From childhood dental trauma to adult self-advocacy, this story isn't just about cavities... it's about how healing can show up messy, loud, and inconvenient and still be proof of growth. If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right and still fall apart, this one’s for you.

You might want to listen if:

• You're doing “the work” but still get blindsided by anxiety
• You struggle with being “too much” when big emotions hit
• You’ve ever felt ashamed for breaking down in front of others
• You're learning to speak up for yourself in triggering situations
• You need a reminder that healing doesn’t always look graceful — and that’s okay

STAY CONNECTED

• Join our FREE Speak Honest Facebook Group 🧡
• Follow Jenn on Instagram: @speak_honest
• Enjoying the show? Please leave a Review! 

WORK WITH JENN

• 🎯 Schedule your FREE 30-min Attachment Assessment with Jenn
• Ready Now? Join the Speak Honest Academy
• Apply for FREE Podcast Coaching with Jenn
• Ask Jenn a question

LEARN MORE

• Grab your copy of the #1 best-selling book, Dance of Attachment
• Visit www.speak-honest.com to learn more
• Watch Jenn's 🔴 TEDx Talk

DISCLAIMER:  Speak Honest podcast content is informational, not professional or medical advice. Jenn is an ICF relationship coach, not a licensed therapist. Consult health professionals for specific concerns. Client opinions do not reflect Speak Honest’s stance. We aim for accuracy but are not liable for errors or outcomes from this information. 

Ever feel like you’re always the one being blamed? Whether it’s your partner, a friend, or even your family, you keep ending up in situations where you’re walking on eggshells, questioning your every move, and wondering, “Am I the problem?”

In this raw and emotional coaching call with my client Lisa, we dig into the sneaky patterns that keep women stuck in blame cycles. You’ll hear how childhood wounds shape the way we show up in adult relationships, why breaking free feels so hard (but so worth it), and what it takes to start believing deep down that you’re not the problem—you’re the woman who’s ready to change the story.

You might want to listen if:

• You’ve ever been blamed for something you didn’t do
• You constantly feel like you’re “too much” or “not enough” in relationships
• You struggle to believe you’re worthy of safe, loving spaces
• You’re tired of feeling like you have to make yourself smaller just to keep the peace
• You want to learn how to break free from patterns of self-blame and guilt

STAY CONNECTED

• Join our FREE Speak Honest Facebook Group 🧡
• Follow Jenn on Instagram: @speak_honest
• Enjoying the show? Please leave a Review! 

WORK WITH JENN

• 🎯 Schedule your FREE 30-min Attachment Assessment with Jenn
• Ready Now? Join the Speak Honest Academy
• Apply for FREE Podcast Coaching with Jenn
• Ask Jenn a question

LEARN MORE

• Grab your copy of the #1 best-selling book, Dance of Attachment
• Visit www.speak-honest.com to learn more
• Watch Jenn's 🔴 TEDx Talk

DISCLAIMER:  Speak Honest podcast content is informational, not professional or medical advice. Jenn is an ICF relationship coach, not a licensed therapist. Consult health professionals for specific concerns. Client opinions do not reflect Speak Honest’s stance. We aim for accuracy but are not liable for errors or outcomes from this information. 

Ever walked away from a conversation thinking, “How did that go so wrong so fast?”
In this episode, I’m breaking down my go-to tool for untangling communication breakdowns before they blow up into full-on fights. It’s called the SHIT Method—Said, Heard, Intention, Try Again—and no, it’s not just a cheeky name. This is the exact process I teach my clients to slow down the spiral, make sense of what actually happened in the conversation, and get to the root of the disconnect without blame or shame.

We’ll go through real-life examples (like the text that came off too cold or the “Can you slow down?” that turned into a trust issue), and I’ll show you how to clean up the mess in a way that brings you closer—not further apart.

You might want to listen if:

• You find yourself saying “That’s not what I meant!” more than you’d like
• You or your partner tend to get defensive (fast)
• You replay arguments in your head, trying to figure out where it went wrong
• You shut down or lash out instead of saying what you really feel
• You want a clear, compassionate way to repair miscommunication in real time

STAY CONNECTED

• Join our FREE Speak Honest Facebook Group 🧡
• Follow Jenn on Instagram: @speak_honest
• Enjoying the show? Please leave a Review! 

WORK WITH JENN

• 🎯 Schedule your FREE 30-min Attachment Assessment with Jenn
• Ready Now? Join the Speak Honest Academy
• Apply for FREE Podcast Coaching with Jenn
• Ask Jenn a question

LEARN MORE

• Grab your copy of the #1 best-selling book, Dance of Attachment
• Visit www.speak-honest.com to learn more
• Watch Jenn's 🔴 TEDx Talk

DISCLAIMER:  Speak Honest podcast content is informational, not professional or medical advice. Jenn is an ICF relationship coach, not a licensed therapist. Consult health professionals for specific concerns. Client opinions do not reflect Speak Honest’s stance. We aim for accuracy but are not liable for errors or outcomes from this information. 

***SIGN UP FOR THE PEOPLE PLEASING SUMMIT***

Have you ever wondered why you say yes when you mean no or why setting boundaries feels downright terrifying, even with people you love?

In this deeply honest and powerful episode, I sit down with Cora Rennie, a craniosacral therapist and recovering people pleaser, to unpack the fawning trauma response and how it shows up in our relationships. Cora opens up about her personal healing journey, including a terrifying stalking experience that led her to confront the patterns that kept her stuck. We explore how people pleasing is more than just a habit... it’s often a deeply wired survival strategy linked to your attachment style.

If you’ve ever felt like you lose yourself in relationships or struggle to find your voice, you are absolutely not alone and this conversation will speak directly to your heart.

You might want to listen if:

•  You feel like you’re constantly shape-shifting to make others comfortable
•  You intellectually know your patterns but can’t seem to change them
•  You’ve been told you're the “good girl” or “too nice,” and it’s draining you
•  You’ve experienced emotional overwhelm or shutdown when trying to set boundaries
•  You’re craving real connection but don’t feel safe enough to fully show up

Learn More About Our Guest!

Cora Rennie is a recovering people-pleaser, and identifies as a highly sensitive deep-feeler. Through her training to become a biodynamic craniosacral therapist, Cora gained profound insights into the body's innate wisdom, and learned directly in her own body, the importance of a felt-sense of safety. Cora incorporates the foundations of the cranio modality with her personal gifts and own lifelong healing experiences, to support others in their recovery-of-self processes. 

Links:

• www.CranioWithCora.ca
• linkedin.com/in/corarennie
• facebook.com/cranio.with.cora/
• instagram.com/craniowithcora/

STAY CONNECTED

• Join our FREE Speak Honest Facebook Group 🧡
• Follow Jenn on Instagram: @speak_honest
• Enjoying the show? Please leave a Review! 

WORK WITH JENN

• 🎯 Schedule your FREE 30-min Attachment Assessment with Jenn
• Ready Now? Join the Speak Honest Academy
• Apply for FREE Podcast Coaching with Jenn
• Ask Jenn a question

LEARN MORE

• Grab your copy of the #1 best-selling book, Dance of Attachment
• Visit www.speak-honest.com to learn more
• Watch Jenn's 🔴 TEDx Talk

DISCLAIMER:  Speak Honest podcast content is informational, not professional or medical advice. Jenn is an ICF relationship coach, not a licensed therapist. Consult health professionals for specific concerns. Client opinions do not reflect Speak Honest’s stance. We aim for accuracy but are not liable for errors or outcomes from this information. 

Ever feel like you’ve outgrown the pain but it still haunts you?
In this unexpected (and totally unfiltered) breakdown of Marvel’s Thunderbolts, I explore how this action-packed antihero movie became a mirror for real-life healing. From scenes that had me sobbing in my seat to powerful metaphors about shame, shadow work, and inner child healing — this episode shows how even fictional superheroes can teach us something about our very real wounds. And trust me, the emotional insights are just as powerful as the explosions.

You might want to listen if:

• You’ve moved on from your past… but it still weighs on you in quiet moments
• You carry shame around things you did (or didn’t do) that you’ve never fully processed
• You relate more to the “antihero” than the polished version of healing everyone else seems to have
• You want to protect the little girl inside you the way no one else did
• You crave community but feel like you're too messy to be fully seen

STAY CONNECTED

• Join our FREE Speak Honest Facebook Group 🧡
• Follow Jenn on Instagram: @speak_honest
• Enjoying the show? Please leave a Review! 

WORK WITH JENN

• 🎯 Schedule your FREE 30-min Attachment Assessment with Jenn
• Ready Now? Join the Speak Honest Academy
• Apply for FREE Podcast Coaching with Jenn
• Ask Jenn a question

LEARN MORE

• Grab your copy of the #1 best-selling book, Dance of Attachment
• Visit www.speak-honest.com to learn more
• Watch Jenn's 🔴 TEDx Talk

DISCLAIMER:  Speak Honest podcast content is informational, not professional or medical advice. Jenn is an ICF relationship coach, not a licensed therapist. Consult health professionals for specific concerns. Client opinions do not reflect Speak Honest’s stance. We aim for accuracy but are not liable for errors or outcomes from this information. 

**VOTE FOR SPEAK HONEST**

Ever had a dream that felt way too big… and way too scary?
In this episode, I sit down with Jennifer Henczel, the founder of the Women Podcasters Network and the Women Podcasters Awards, to talk about what it really means to take the leap... even when you're terrified. We talk about the accident that changed her life, how she built a global movement of women’s voices, and why showing up scared is still showing up. Plus, I spill the news about Speak Honest being nominated!!, and how you can help support the show in the most amazing way.

You might want to listen if:

• You’ve been sitting on a dream because it feels too overwhelming
• You’re scared to use your voice or start something new
• You crave deeper connection and community as a woman in business
• You’ve been told you’re “too emotional” to be a leader
• You need a little push to believe that your voice actually matters

About Our Guest!

Jennifer Henczel is a Podcaster, Author, and Founder of the Inspiring Innovators Club and the Women Podcasters Network, Show and Awards. Jennifer’s mission is to lift women’s voices and stories globally.

Jennifer Henczel is known for her ability to build thriving, supportive and collaborative communities, and she teaches others how to do the same. She loves creating opportunities for women to connect and collaborate in meaningful ways.

Important Links:

• https://www.innovators.fm/gifts
• https://www.womenpodcasters.com/gifts 

STAY CONNECTED

• Join our FREE Speak Honest Facebook Group 🧡
• Follow Jenn on Instagram: @speak_honest
• Enjoying the show? Please leave a Review! 

WORK WITH JENN

• 🎯 Schedule your FREE 30-min Attachment Assessment with Jenn
• Ready Now? Join the Speak Honest Academy
• Apply for FREE Podcast Coaching with Jenn
• Ask Jenn a question

LEARN MORE

• Grab your copy of the #1 best-selling book, Dance of Attachment
• Visit www.speak-honest.com to learn more
• Watch Jenn's 🔴 TEDx Talk

DISCLAIMER:  Speak Honest podcast content is informational, not professional or medical advice. Jenn is an ICF relationship coach, not a licensed therapist. Consult health professionals for specific concerns. Client opinions do not reflect Speak Honest’s stance. We aim for accuracy but are not liable for errors or outcomes from this information. 

Ever lay in bed replaying a moment that made you cringe… and suddenly you’re spiraling into shame?

 In this episode, we’re doing some serious spring cleaning — not of your closet, but of your emotional clutter. I’m walking you through the three key questions that help clear out all those small-but-heavy moments that keep piling up in your nervous system. You’ll hear a story from my own life (yes, it’s peak awkward), and I’ll show you how to meet yourself with curiosity instead of criticism. This isn’t about pretending it didn’t happen… it’s about processing what did, finding your innocence, and finally letting go.

You might want to listen if:

• You replay cringe moments from your week and can’t shake the shame
• You tend to spiral after “small” things and don’t know how to stop
• You overthink texts, convos, or how you came across
• You feel stuck carrying emotional weight you can’t quite name
• You’re ready to shift patterns but don’t know where to start

STAY CONNECTED

• Join our FREE Speak Honest Facebook Group 🧡
• Follow Jenn on Instagram: @speak_honest
• Enjoying the show? Please leave a Review! 

WORK WITH JENN

• 🎯 Schedule your FREE 30-min Attachment Assessment with Jenn
• Ready Now? Join the Speak Honest Academy
• Apply for FREE Podcast Coaching with Jenn
• Ask Jenn a question

LEARN MORE

• Grab your copy of the #1 best-selling book, Dance of Attachment
• Visit www.speak-honest.com to learn more
• Watch Jenn's 🔴 TEDx Talk

DISCLAIMER:  Speak Honest podcast content is informational, not professional or medical advice. Jenn is an ICF relationship coach, not a licensed therapist. Consult health professionals for specific concerns. Client opinions do not reflect Speak Honest’s stance. We aim for accuracy but are not liable for errors or outcomes from this information.