The EmotionAlly Podcast

In this episode, I discuss how to foster greater empathy in our conversations and interactions. I'll outline the steps needed to ultimately effect healthy communication even when we disagree, how to be proactive rather than reactive emotionally, and how to let empathy be our vehicle as we seek to better understand and move forward together.

While PTSD is often associated with combat or horrific life experiences, trauma and its effects in our lives are, in fact, much more common than we realize. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Sean Davis to discuss the definition of trauma, its widespread impacts, the power of acknowledging our own vulnerability in the midst of crisis, and healthy ways to help ourselves, our teens, and our marriages regain a sense of control in the face of uncertainty. Give it a listen!

In this episode, I address what perfectionism is and isn't and how to mitigate unhealthy effects of perfectionism in our lives and the lives of those we love. I'll discuss red flags, the power of unconditional empathy, and how fueling passions can help foster a healthier connection to self and allow us greater peace and purpose in the "meaningful gray" of our lives.

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In this Mother's Day episode, I'm joined by Andrea Reeve & Brittany Richman, co-creators of The American Moms website, to talk about the incredible—yet all-too-often overlooked—impact of women in families, society, and the world. We chat about influential American women in history, how their lives relate to the experience of women today, and the extraordinary value of women who meaningfully engage in and share their passions with those they love most. Give it a listen— then share this episode with the women in your life!

As we lead up to Mother's Day, we're chatting this week with Tara Carson, founder of The Dating Divas website, about marriage, parenthood, and her own infertility journey. We discuss self-care, the emotional underpinnings of libido, and the importance of making time for your partner, especially when you're thick in the throes of parenthood. Give it a listen!

In this episode, I'm joined by Sherry Ward, a mother and photographer currently balancing home, work, and school life. Together we'll talk about balance, dark moments, finding self-worth despite the sometimes terrible storms of life, and how such moments can shape our decisions and help us better see who we truly are. You won't forget this one. Give it a listen!

Whether it's the proximity of quarantine, empty-nest syndrome, or job shifts, more time together does not always equal more connection with our partner. In this episode, I discuss the relational importance of traditions and feeding nostalgia, how to lean into our own core emotions and those of our partner, and why sincerity & intent outweigh perfect words and actions, every time. These days aren't easy on relationships, but it is possible to come out of it with greater connection and shared purpose. Give it a listen!

Studies show that couples fight at least three times a month about financially-related issues. In this episode, I discuss how to make finances a unifying factor in marriage, rather than a divisive element. I'll describe unhealthy communication patterns couples often fall into, how to avoid such patterns, and how to use empathy to make both financial successes and disappointments shared experiences that actually serve to draw us closer.

In this episode, Ty, a former client, shares how he recognized, faced, and ultimately overcame his personal battle with anxiety and depression. We discuss the connections between emotional health and self-motivation, why vulnerability and emotion are a worthwhile risk, and how facing our struggles head on can ultimately help us find our voice.

In this episode, I'm joined by Phil & Julie Berry, both Award-winning creative professionals, to chat about the power of creativity in the midst of the struggles of life. We discuss their creative journeys, what often keeps us from reaching our creative goals, and how to foster creative drive without sacrificing our most important relationships. Give it a listen!