Long before we fall in love, our families begin shaping the way we see the world.

In this solo episode, Denise reflects on growing up between two families, navigating divorce, and slowly understanding how those early experiences influenced her marriage, work, and relationships.

From childhood card games to people-pleasing, therapy, and learning what it feels like to truly be supported, this conversation explores the patterns we inherit—and the ones we can choose to change.

This week's question: What family patterns are you still carrying, and which ones are you ready to rewrite?