Happy In the Mess Podcast

Work-Life Balance - is there such a thing??? How many times a day do we question the pleasure in what we do? Do we work for fun? Do we make work fun? Do we just “fun” and not work? So many questions came up as the coaches started to explore this topic. Join Matthew, Marlene, and Cheri as they talk about what pleasure is and just how much we should be pursuing this in our lives. Like what you hear...

In a rut. Quicksand. Quagmire. Stuck. If you guessed, “What are words that describe my life right now?” then this is the episode for you. The coaches talk about what it means to be stuck, how to change the mindset, and what to do when we’re feeling that way. Join Matthew, Marlene, and Cheri as they bring their individual spins on what it means to be stuck in a relationship, stuck in singleness, or...

“You failed.” The words that no one wants to hear - whether it’s from a loved one, inside your own head, or the driver’s license examiner. But could feeling like you’ve failed have a purpose? Today, the three coaches tackle this difficult topic by identifying failure - but also giving hope that it may in fact not be final. Marlena leads Matthew and Cheri through this - using their first-hand knowl...

Help! I need somebody! Or do I? Or what do I do if they don’t want to help? Or if they do want to - but don’t actually do it? This can be one of the biggest points of vulnerability for many people and today the three coaches tackle this difficult topic. Marlena, Matthew, and Cheri are three random strangers who came together out of a cry for help - and today they will pass along what they learned...

What do divinity school, the Peace Corps, and the beautiful embracing of being spiritual and single have in common? If you guessed our very own Marlena Del Heirro, you’re absolutely right. Check out this vulnerable interview as the other coaches turned the spotlight to our Spiritual Singles coach. Marlena tells us of her travels, her influences, and helps us get a look at why she does what she doe...

F is for Friends - and that’s what we’re talking about today. What makes a good friend FOR you? What makes you a good friend? How do we work with friendship difficulties? And ultimately how do we decide when a friendship has run its course. We’re a long way from the schoolyard, but friendships are still just as important for adults. Today, Matthew leads the three coaches as we discuss everything (...

“I’ll never be good enough”: The battle cry of the rejection sensitive. Do you struggle with this feeling? Relive all of your past mistakes? Don’t want to even look at your dating profile because of the mess that could be there? Or have you noticed your marriage is filled with stonewalling or anger outbursts? There’s a good chance that some of the symptoms of rejection sensitivity are present. Tod...

Thank you, Brené Brown, for putting a phrase to what we often feel - that moment you reach out past your point of comfort and feel an overwhelming sense of shame, dread, and regret. But - there’s a reason for this … and perhaps even a purpose. Find out more as the three coaches discuss the idea of vulnerability hangovers - and possibly earn one themselves in the process.    Like what you...

No, the title is not a misprint. After over a season of talking about how to be “happy in the mess” we flip our focus and try to learn what to do when we are happy … but anxious that something is going to come along and wreck it.  Join us as the coaches talk about how to embrace the anxiousness we feel - and use it for our advantage - as well as encourage us to be mindful of our moments. &nbs...

As a follow up from our previous conversation about stress, depression, burnout, and extreme burnout, the three coaches talk about ways to start the remedy process. How do we recognize burnout when we're already there and how do we start to reverse it?    Like what you hear and want to learn more?  You can find us individually at:   Cheri Timko, Couples Relationship Coach: www....

What makes a good marriage? What are some signs that things might be in trouble? And how can we best set our relationships up for success? One thing is for certain, marriages can get messy - from day 1 to year 26.  Join us as we pick the brains of the coaches this week and answer some of these important thoughts about long term relationships and get tips on what you can do to find your own ha...

From small town West Virginia to an international author and podcast guest - here’s a spotlight on the couples relationship coach, Cheri Timko, as the other coaches put her on the hot seat and explore how she coaches and counsels relationships and help create long term change in them - as well as why she does this. This episode is everything from a deep dive into how she works as a coach to what h...

What are emotions anyway? How much do we pay attention to them? Do we let them drive us? Or do they lead us astray?  Join three counselors/coaches as they discuss their approach to emotions, learn how to manage them, and not let them overwhelm us.    Like what you hear and want to learn more?  You can find us individually at:   Cheri Timko, Couples Relationship Coach: www....

From the pastoral track to the coach - here’s a spotlight on the misfit coach, Matthew Morgan, as the coaches put him on the hot seat and explore how he coaches neurodiverse misfits into finding their divine purpose - as well as why he does this.  This episode is everything from a deep dive into how he overcame gigantic obstacles to what his favorite ice cream is … and you get a pretty candid...

Have you experienced trauma and are looking for a way to not relive it, but to grow from it? What about having experienced trauma as a couple and trying to move past it - but still feeling stuck? Are you wondering what a gym, Mark Twain, and a hurdy-gurdy player have in common? Okay, there’s not an answer to that one (other than Matthew’s randomness).  Here’s some practical ways to “unstick”...

New Year! New Season! New… Path?  Are you struggling with whether you keep pushing through that wall or find a different way around? Come hear our coaches help you change the way you see change and embrace the new (or refined) path that might lay ahead of you.    Like what you hear and want to learn more?  You can find us individually at:   Cheri Timko, Marriage & Rela...

Do you make New Year’s Resolutions? Or are you frustrated about finding yourself in the same place you were at this time last year?  Check out our coaches as they get real and vulnerable about what they experience at the turning of the year - and how this can help you create attainable goals that will make your 2023 something amazing!    Like what you hear and want to learn more?&nb...

Are you feeling some Blue Christmas vibes? Is your view of the holiday more Norman Rockwell or Norman Bates?  Listen in to our coaches as they talk about sadness and grief around the holidays, giving you some practical tips on how to thrive this holiday, protect your emotions, and make it a time that YOU need.    Like what you hear and want to learn more?  You can find us indiv...

Is burnout inevitable?  With one more venture into helping burnout, the three coaches discuss whether we can prevent burnout completely. We identify some strategies that will help, whether you are an entrepreneur or work for someone else. And we also include some talk about how to handle the boundaries needed in relationships.  What’s your take? Can we prevent burnout? What are some of y...

Continuing our conversation about stress, depression, burnout, and extreme burnout, the three coaches talk about fixes that haven't worked and offer advice on what NOT to do when facing burnout. Are you doing any of these?   Like what you hear and want to learn more?  You can find us individually at:   www.cheritimko.com www.matthewEmorgan.com www.coachmarlena.com Please like, share...

Stress, Depression, Burnout, and Extreme Burnout.  Are you experiencing one or more of these? Hear our coaches discuss the difference between these - including the warning signs if you are fast-approaching burnout.   Like what you hear and want to learn more?  You can find us individually at:    www.cheritimko.com  www.matthewEmorgan.com www.coachmarlena.com   Pl...

"Life comes at you fast," some have said. Join us three coaches and counselors as we discuss how to pivot from the inevitable disruptions that we all experience. Like what you hear and want to learn more?   You can find us individually at:    www.cheritimko.com www.matthewEmorgan.com   www.coachmarlena.com   Please like, share or subscribe if you enjoyed it! We'd love...

We discuss how to handle holiday dread and how to successfully navigate feelings of reluctance, fear, or overwhelm when it comes to the season.  This episode is full of tips and tools to manage. Join coaches and therapists Cheri Timko, Matthew Morgan, & Marlena Del Hierro for their regular podcast on spirituality, neurodivergence, dating, and relationships.   Each episode touche...

Join us as we discuss how to handle emotional dumping.  We talk about what is it, what does it look like, and how to deal (even if you're the one doing it)!    You can find us individually at:    www.cheritimko.com  www.matthewEmorgan.com  www.coachmarlena.com   Like what you hear and want to learn more? Please like, share and subscribe if you enjoyed it! Co...

What are emotions and how do they affect our lives? What to do when emotions try to hijack your choices?  Join Cheri, Matthew & Marlena as they discuss their take on this common and manageable issue! Join coaches and therapists Cheri Timko, Matthew Morgan, & Marlena Del Hierro for their regular podcast on spirituality, neurodivergence, dating, and relationships.   Each episo...