In this powerful conversation, Kristen and Allison explore the real dynamics beneath modern relationship tension—especially for strong, independent women who lead at work but crave softness and support at home.They unpack how childhood wounding can shape adult relationship roles, why women often struggle to transition out of “go mode,” and why many men unconsciously fall back into their feminine when their partner is already in the driver’s seat. You’ll hear insights on polarity, nervous system regulation, and how each partner can step into a healthier expression of both their masculine and feminine energies.Topics include:• Why high-achieving women struggle to soften and receive support• How masculine and feminine energy show up in the bedroom• What men really crave, and what women need to feel safe enough to soften• Emotional containment vs. emotional dumping• The difference between healthy feminine expression and the shadow feminine• How co-regulation and self-awareness keep relationships thriving• Why the quality of your relationships is the #1 predictor of your health and longevity• How to shift from “competition for control” to true partnershipThis episode is a deep dive into the energetics of love, connection, attraction, and balance. Whether you're in a relationship or seeking one, you’ll walk away with practical insights to create healthier, more nourishing connection—with yourself and with your partner.Resources:—Get clarity on WHY you attract certain partners and WHAT your relationship conflicts are actually about at interconnectedlove.com

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—Have A Question You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Send us a note to [email protected]  Disclaimer: The content shared on this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician, therapist, or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or mental health concern. Never disregard professional advice or delay seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast.Themes: masculine energy, feminine energy, polarity in relationships, relationship dynamics, emotional regulation, healthy relationships, relationship tension, masculine feminine polarity, strong independent women, childhood wounding, nervous system regulation, self-awareness, modern relationships, relationship advice, relationship psychology, intimacy issues, co-regulation, gender roles, emotional healing, partnership balance

In this special episode, we shift from conversation to practice with a calming, heart-centered guided meditation created specifically for adolescent girls. Designed as a companion to Episodes 35–37, this meditation supports girls who are navigating the pressures, insecurities, and emotional changes of this developmental stage.

Parents can use this episode as a grounding tool to help their daughters:

✨ reconnect with their true, authentic essence
✨ feel safe, seen, and supported
✨ reduce overwhelm and self-doubt
✨ build inner confidence and emotional resilience

Whether listened to together or offered as a quiet moment of reflection, this practice gently guides teen girls back to themselves—helping them feel anchored, empowered, and understood.

This is a must-have resource for parents who want to strengthen connection, deepen communication, and nurture their daughter’s wellbeing from the inside out.

Resources:

—Discover you unique relationship blueprint and how you can start healing at interconnectedlove.com

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Themes: guided meditation for teen girls, meditation for adolescent girls, teen girl confidence, supporting teen daughters, adolescent development, authentic self meditation, emotional wellness for teens, mindful parenting tools, parenting adolescent girls, teen self-esteem support, connection with true self, meditation for teenage anxiety, teen empowerment, teen mental health support, guided meditation for youth, inner calm for teens, parent–daughter connection, developmental challenges for girls, mindfulness for adolescents, calming tools for teens

In this episode of True Northing, Kristen and Allison explore one of the biggest challenges teen girls face today — the search for identity. From navigating social pressures to building authentic confidence, they unpack how parents can guide their daughters toward self-awareness and resilience.

You’ll learn how to ask reflective questions, foster intrinsic motivation, and encourage decision-making rooted in personal values rather than fear or validation. Whether you’re parenting a teen or preparing for those years ahead, this conversation offers real-world strategies to help your daughter discover her true self.

Key Takeaways:

• How to help your teen daughter develop a strong sense of identity

• Why self-reflection builds confidence and clarity

• How to guide choices based on values, not fear

• Creating a home environment where authenticity thrives

🎧 Listen in and share your own experiences with raising resilient, self-aware teens.

Resources:

—Book: Reviving Ophelia by Mary Pipher

—Ready to finally heal those childhood wounds and reconnect with your authentic self? Learn more at interconnectedlove.com

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Themes: teen girls, parenting teens, teenage struggles, raising daughters, mother daughter relationship, teen mental health, adolescence, growing up, coming of age, emotional health, parenting advice, understanding teens, teenage anxiety, teen depression, girlhood, teen life, how to talk to your teen, supporting your teen, parent tips, family podcast, parenting podcast, teen girls today, what teens go through, trauma in adolescence

Adolescence is more than just a transition — it’s the foundation of who a girl becomes. In this episode of True Northing, Kristen and Allison explore how the teenage years shape a young woman’s identity, confidence, and sense of self.

Through thoughtful conversation, they unpack how independence, relationships, and reflection influence a girl’s understanding of her place in the world. You’ll learn why this developmental stage is so powerful and how awareness during this time can impact a woman’s lifelong journey toward self-discovery.

Whether you’re a parent, mentor, or simply curious about the psychology of growing up, this episode offers insight into what it really means to become herself--and why it's so important.

Key Takeaways:

• Adolescence is a defining period in a girl’s identity formation

• Peer relationships shape self-worth and identity

• This stage influences how women relate to themselves and others

• The way parents show up can support or hinder

🎙️ Tune in and reflect on how these years shape not only who she becomes — but how she learns to see herself.

Resources:

—Book: Reviving Ophelia by Mary Pipher

—Video: Be a Lady https://youtu.be/zPQcWNyGZKA?si=tXkJQzaCNJhZm1Dh

—Ready to finally heal those childhood wounds and reconnect with your authentic self? Learn more at interconnectedlove.com

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Themes: adolescence and identity, teenage self discovery, how adolescence shapes identity, teenage development podcast, growing up female, becoming herself podcast, girl identity formation, teenage years and self worth, parenting teen girls, female adolescence psychology, teenage growth and confidence, how girls find themselves, identity formation in adolescence, raising daughters podcast, teen psychology explained, adolescence and self awareness, girlhood to womanhood, teenage confidence building, self discovery in teens, emotional development in girls, parenting during adolescence, teenage independence, how girls become themselves

It’s easy to dismiss teen years as a “phase,” but for many girls, those years leave lasting marks. Behind the eye rolls and closed doors, many teen girls are silently struggling — with self-worth, identity, and pressures no one sees. In this deeply personal episode, we’re sharing our own coming-of-age stories — the confusion, the pressure, and the moments we wish someone had noticed. 

If you’re a parent trying to understand your daughter — or a woman still healing from those years — this conversation sheds light on what’s really going on beneath the surface, and how you can show up with empathy, awareness, and love. 

Resources: 

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Themes: teen girls, parenting teens, teenage struggles, raising daughters, mother daughter relationship, teen mental health, adolescence, growing up, coming of age, emotional health, parenting advice, understanding teens, teenage anxiety, teen depression, girlhood, teen life, how to talk to your teen, supporting your teen, parent tips, family podcast, parenting podcast, teen girls today, what teens go through, trauma inadolescence, modern parenting

Every decision you make is guided by one of two forces: love or fear. Fear tightens you, limits you and keeps you small. Love opens you, expands you and invites possibility. In this episode, we explore how to recognize the difference in your body, how fear disguises itself as logic or perfectionism, and how to shift toward choices that feel aligned and true. If you are standing at a crossroads or sensing that you are shrinking to stay safe, this conversation will help you step into a more grounded, courageous version of yourself. Love expresses. Fear avoids. You get to choose which one leads.

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Themes: love vs fear, decision making, mindset shifts, self growth, personal development, fear based decisions, love based choices, emotional awareness, trust yourself, follow your heart, overcoming fear, self trust, alignment, intuition, personal transformation, growth mindset, self reflection, life decisions, courage, confidence, authenticity, mindfulness, emotional intelligence, choose love, self improvement

In this episode of True Northing, Kristen and Allison talk about the difference between being on a blaming journey and a healing journey. They dig into how easy it is to fall into a victim mindset—always looking for someone or something to blame—and what it takes to shift toward personal responsibility and growth. Along the way, they share honest reflections on relationships, the fatigue that can come with constant self-work, and why it can feel so hard to break free from blame. It’s a thoughtful, real conversation about how to move toward healing, accountability, and more authentic connection. 

Resources: 

—Ready to move out of blame and into empowerment? Discover what your patterns say about you and how to heal at interconnectedlove.com 

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Disclaimer: The content shared on this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician, therapist, or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or mental health concern. Never disregard professional advice or delay seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. 

Themes: blame vs healing, victim mindset, healing journey, self growth, emotional healing, personal accountability, relationships and healing, self awareness, personal growth podcast, self reflection, emotional maturity, taking responsibility, mindset shift, healing from trauma, breaking the victim cycle, spiritual growth, self development, growth mindset, inner healing, blame cycle, relationship advice, emotional intelligence, self improvement podcast, letting go of blame, how to heal yourself

In relationships, we often feel pulled in two directions: staying true to ourselves, or staying deeply connected to the other person. But why does it so often feel like we can only choose one?

In this episode, we explore the tension between Self and Other — how independence can sometimes create distance, while closeness can sometimes come at the cost of authenticity. We’ll look at why this paradox shows up so often, what psychology teaches us about our need for both autonomy and belonging, and how to begin finding balance.

Whether you’ve struggled with losing yourself in relationships or felt disconnected by guarding your independence, this conversation offers tools, insights, and reflections to help you hold onto both — without sacrifice.

Listen in and ask yourself: where do you tend to lean, and what would balance look like for you?

Chapters

00:00 The Balance of Self and Others

04:35 Childhood Influences on Relationships

09:13 The Importance of Safe Connections

14:37 Curiosity and Empathy in Relationships

17:24 Authenticity and Coexistence

19:35 Finding Your Balance

Resources:

—Ready to reclaim your authentic self and heal your relationships? Get started at interconnectedlove.com

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Themes: relationships, self connection, other connection, autonomy in relationships, intimacy and independence, balancing self and other, relationship psychology, attachment styles, codependency, self love, emotional intimacy, healthy boundaries, couples therapy, conscious relationships, modern love, staying true to yourself, self vs other, authenticity in relationships, self abandonment, relationship struggles, communication in relationships, personal growth, psychology podcast, lifestyle podcast, wellness podcast, mindfulness in relationships, self awareness, love and connection, relationship advice, emotional health, boundaries in love

What if every rejection was really a redirection toward something better? In this episode, Allison and Kristen dive deep into the idea that rejection isn’t a signal to shrink or doubt yourself—it’s powerful information guiding you back into alignment with your true path.

Through personal stories, soulful insights, and practical tips, they explore how to:

·       Stay rooted in your self-worth through rejection

·       See “no” as a stepping stone, not a setback

·       Recognize the connection between rejection, manifestation, and alignment

·       Use boundaries and redirection as tools for growth

If you’ve ever felt knocked down by rejection, this conversation will help you reframe it as an opportunity for self-discovery, empowerment, and expansion. Because sometimes, a closed door is just the universe pointing you toward the right one.

Resources:

—Ready to step into your authenticity and self-worth? Get your personalized roadmap to healing @ www.interconnectedlove.com

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In this episode of the True Northing podcast, Kristen and Allison unpack the myths around selfishness, self-care, and people-pleasing. Together, they explore why society—especially for women—frames putting your needs first as “selfish,” and how this mindset leads to burnout, self-sacrifice, and a loss of authenticity. 

Through real stories and powerful insights, you’ll learn: 

💡 The hidden cost of people-pleasing 

💡 How to set healthy boundaries without guilt 

💡 Why self-care is not selfish—it’s survival 

💡Practical steps to build self-worth and say “no” with confidence If you’ve ever struggled with putting yourself last, this conversation will help you rethink what it means to live authentically, care for yourself, and still show up for others. 

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—Ready to stop people-pleasing and meet your most authentic self?? Get started @ interconnectedlove.com 

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