Coach Shondella Barkley

Focused and Flourishing

Society EN ↓ 3 episodes

Welcome to Focused & Flourishing with Coach Shondella, a relationship and communication podcast focused on emotional intelligence, healthy communication, and personal growth. This podcast helps individuals and couples navigate real relationship challenges like miscommunication, emotional overwhelm, emotional avoidance, and feeling disconnected or unheard. Each episode breaks down what’s happening beneath the surface in your relationships — giving you tools to improve communication, understand emotional triggers, set boundaries, and build stronger, healthier connections. You’ll also gain insigh...

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Coach Shondella Barkley

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Why You Feel Guilty Setting Boundaries 10.06.2026 9:13

Why do so many people feel guilty for setting boundaries? In this episode of Focused & Flourishing , we're talking about the guilt that often shows up when you finally start putting limits in place. If you've ever felt selfish for saying no, worried about disappointing others, or questioned whether your boundaries were "too much," this conversation is for you. The truth is, healthy boundaries...

Why We Argue on Repeat 28.04.2026 2:17

ave you ever had the same argument… over and over again? Different day. Different words. Same frustration. In this episode of Focused & Flourishing , Coach Shondella breaks down why couples get stuck in repeating arguments—and it’s probably not what you think. It’s not just about communication… It’s about what’s going unheard beneath the surface. If you’ve ever felt like: ✨ “We keep going in...

Why You Feel Ignored (even when they're listening) 27.04.2026 3:56

You’re talking… they’re listening… but somehow you still feel ignored. Why? Because being heard and being understood are not the same thing. In this episode, we break down the difference—and how to communicate your needs more clearly so you stop feeling unseen. Let me ask you a very important question… Do you feel unheard… or misunderstood? If this spoke to you, share it. Connect with me: shondell...