Life Made Easier Podcast

In this episode, Tiffany Hunter, PhD and Karen Janes, DClinPsy explore the critical distinction between emotions and mental reactions. They discuss how emotions are simple, bodily responses that arise naturally, while mental reactions are complex, exhausting thought patterns that can lead to self-judgment and prolonged distress. The conversation emphasizes the importance of recognizing these diffe...

In this episode, Tiffany Hunter, PhD and Karen Janes, DClinPsy explore the concept of energy intelligence, defining it and discussing its importance in understanding oneself and the world. They delve into the nuances of energy anatomy, the interconnectedness of energy, and the significance of distinguishing between physical sensations, emotions, and energy awareness. The conversation emphasizes th...

How do you know who to see when something isn't right — especially in the holistic world where no one ever taught you the rules? In this episode of Life Made Easier, Tiffany Hunter, PhD and Karen Janes, DClinPsy unpack why navigating energy healing and other complementary therapies often feels confusing, and how to make more grounded choices without guessing. They compare energy healing with acupu...

If you've ever wondered how to choose an energy healer, and especially how to tell the difference between the real thing and approaches that rely more on promise than practice,  this episode is for you. In this conversation, Tiffany Hunter, PhD and Karen Janes, DClinPsy explore how to choose and work with an energy healer in a way that feels ethical, supportive, and clear. They talk through why pe...

In this episode of Life Made Easier, Tiffany Hunter, PhD and Karen Janes, DClinPsy explore the world of energy healing, discussing its principles, benefits, and what clients can expect during a session. They emphasize the importance of energy in healing, the various modalities available, and how energy healing can complement traditional medical treatments. The conversation also addresses common cl...

In this episode of Life Made Easier, Tiffany Hunter, PhD and Karen Janes, DClinPsy delve into the complex topic of trauma and its relationship with energy healing. They begin by discussing the various forms of trauma, from significant life events to smaller, cumulative experiences that can impact emotional well-being. The conversation emphasizes the importance of recognizing how trauma can manifes...

What if trauma isn't only about what happened, but about what your body is still holding? In this episode of Life Made Easier , Tiffany Hunter, PhD and Karen Janes, DClinPsy explore trauma through an energy healing perspective, offering a grounded and compassionate way to understand why past experiences can still affect us in the present. They discuss trauma as stored emotional energy in the body,...

What if meditation didn't require stillness, silence, or extra time you don't have in your day? In this episode of Life Made Easier , Tiffany Hunter, PhD, and Karen Janes, DClinPsy talk about meditation in the context of busy, ordinary life. The conversation looks at common assumptions about meditation, why many people struggle to sustain formal practices, and how comfort, attention, and realism s...

Reiki is widely loved by many people, and at the same time often hard to explain in clear, practical terms. In this episode of Life Made Easier , Tiffany Hunter, PhD and Karen Janes, DClinPsy talk about Reiki, what it is, how it works, and why it can be such a supportive practice for relaxation and emotional balance. They clear up common misconceptions while also honoring why Reiki resonates stron...

This episode came out of the questions people keep asking. In this episode of Life Made Easier , Tiffany Hunter, PhD and Karen Janes, DClinPsy work through a set of thoughtful, sometimes surprising questions gathered by producer Carol Smith from listeners and clients. The conversation moves across energy healing, auras, emotions, overthinking, and everyday self-care, but without trying to cover ev...

Being told to "look for the lesson" or 'think positive' can start to feel unhelpful, especially when life is actually hard. In this episode of Life Made Easier , Tiffany Hunter, PhD and Karen Janes, DClinPsy talk about toxic positivity and why always trying to look on the bright side can sometimes make things harder rather than easier. They explore how the push to stay positive can lead to shame,...

What if the problem isn't you, but what you're surrounded by? In this episode of Life Made Easier , Tiffany Hunter, PhD and Karen Janes, DClinPsy talk about how the energy of people and places can influence how we feel, often without us realizing it. They explore the idea that our energy is semi-porous, meaning we naturally absorb information from our environment. The conversation introduces reson...

Ever wonder why you react the way you do, or why some people just feel easier to be around than others? In this episode of Life Made Easier , Karen Janes, DClinPsy and Tiffany Hunter, PhD explore the four natural elements, earth, water, fire, and air, and how they show up in our personalities and energy. They talk through the qualities of each element and how these patterns can influence how we th...

Overthinking isn't just a habit, it's often a sign that something deeper is going on. In this episode of Life Made Easier , Tiffany Hunter, PhD and Karen Janes, DClinPsy talk about what it feels like to be stuck in cycles of overthinking and why this is such a common experience. They explore why we disconnect from the body, how emotional conflict, social pressure, and the need to get things "right...

Hippies called it the aura. New science calls it the biofield. Call it Fred, it's still doing its job. In this episode of Life Made Easier , Karen Janes, DClinPsy and Tiffany Hunter, PhD talk about what the aura is, how it functions, and why it's an important part of your energy system, no matter what language you use. They explain the aura as an energetic organ, with different layers that help pr...

Talking about energy is one thing, learning how to work with it is another. In this episode of Life Made Easier , Karen Janes, DClinPsy and Tiffany Hunter, PhD talk about how to work with energy in simple, everyday ways that fit into real life, not just ideas or concepts. They explore approachable practices like body scans, grounding, and paying attention to physical and emotional cues, and explai...

Everyone talks about energy, but most people aren't sure what it actually means, or whether they're feeling it already. In this first episode of Life Made Easier , Tiffany Hunter, PhD and Karen Janes, DClinPsy start at the beginning by talking about energy, what it is, how it feels, and how you might begin to notice your own. They explore different types of energy they work with, including chi and...

Hi, we're Karen and Tiffany. This is where we share a little about who we are, our backgrounds, and what led us to start having these conversations out loud. We talk about how our work in psychology and energy healing overlaps, and why it felt important to speak honestly about how life actually feels, not just how we think it's supposed to feel. Life Made Easier is a podcast about emotional regula...