Let’s Get Vulnerable: Relationship and Dating Advice

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by fear of abandonment?   To cope with fear of abandonment, one should focus on self-soothing, slowing down emotional investment, and gathering data on people to determine whether or not a relationship is worth the investment.  Doing this can reduce fear of abandonment as it creates a relationship built on reality and data. In this episode, you will learn the following...

In this episode of the Let's Get Vulnerable podcast, I dive deep into the science of Attachment Theory to help listeners understand WHY we sabotage relationships and how to move towards secure attachment. I explain how secure attachment helps not only in your dating life, but with your mental health as well.    Here's what I cover: 1. What is the relationship between emotional dysregulation and at...

You will not believe who today’s guest is!    The one and only, Dr. Jessica Griffin, previous co-host of Lifetime’s Married at First Sight, renowned relationship expert, and clinical psychologist.   After a lifetime of studying relationships and coaching couples, Dr. Jessica Griffin unexpectedly finds true love in an ironic twist of fate, and now recounts her story of finding lasting love and offe...

In this episode, I guide you through the process of breaking free from an addiction to chaos in relationships, empowering you to take control of your life and create a compelling future for the next generation.   What better legacy to leave than healing, and great relationship, am I  right?? Here's what I cover: What is the addiction to chaos in relationships and how can we move out of it? How can...

"Discover Kirsten's powerful journey of finding love, with the help of Dr. Morgan and a willingness to become securely attached!"    "I had to find myself and figure out what that was before I could even be ready for a relationship like this. So I think it's just crazy how the timing happened with it all, because I literally met him two months after the meeting with you." - Kirsten Durand   Kirste...

"When we can learn to come back to the truth of who we are, I feel as if everything just becomes a bit more simple. The kindest, most loving thing to do for ourselves is often the thing we don't want to do - but it's worth it to create stability, safety, and love." - Susie Moore   Susie Moore is a world renowned life coach, author and host of the top rated Apple podcast, Let it be Easy. She is a s...

ooooooof ! This is a top requested episode!    Inside of this episode we discuss:   -Why setting boundaries is so hard -Scripts for boundary setting  -How to begin to redefine relationships  Aaaaaand so much more!    You don’t want to miss this 💕   We’ve all had to learn to set boundaries and this episode will support you in becoming a boundary pro!   Did you know the ESL program will help you wi...

This is a juicy one!    Don’t miss this episode.    Inside:    I talk about a post that triggered me recently  I go into detail about Independent Women who are ALSO securely attached!  I talk about elevated consciousness and the power of optionality    So many women are struggling with the idea of being securely attached AND self reliant.    I need you to know you get to have BOTH!    Did you know...

This is a very important episode.    This topic has come up SO MANY times before.    And I am finally going deep into my own personal story regarding how I was able to heal my body image.    Your relationships are directly impacted by your body image, and I know this episode will help you on your healing journey!    I dive into:    -Separating self-worth from how your body looks  -Where our body i...

This is one of those episodes where you might need a tissue close by!   I am so humbled to have Carla Moule on the podcast. She is an amazing graduate of the Empowered. Secure. Loved. Program, who dramatically transformed her life while doing the program.    Inside of this episode:    -Carla tells us what life was like for her before the program  -She opens up about past relationships, unhealthy b...

Resentment, guilt, shame, anger…   Holding on to these emotions is like wishing death upon someone else, and then drinking the poison yourself.    Inside of this episode:    -I discuss the negative impacts of holding onto Forgiveness -I take you through a guided meditation to release whatever you’ve been holding on to  -I talk about what we can feel instead of guilt, shame, anger (and how to conne...

After two years of hard work, my first book is launching on 1/10/23.    I can’t believe it! That’s TOMORROW!    I felt like I needed to give you all a backstory on how this book came to be.    This episode is a walk through my past relationships, and I take you to my “rock bottom” moment where everything changed for me.    I hope this one is inspiring for you, and that it reminds you that you are...

Dating can feel SO HARD   And so many people I coach get in the dating scene, only to get out of it quickly    And you say things like: “I’m just gonna focus on me”  “I don’t have time to date”   What I hear is: Dating is painful. It drains my energy…I don’t want to get hurt again.    Inside of this episode I give you:    -My take on making dating sustainable (aka: making it enjoyable so you can d...

Do Goal setting the right way!    Too many people set goals only never to achieve them.   Most people are doing it all wrong.    NOT YOU! Not this year!   Tune in to this episode for:  -How to set goals that actually come true  -What’s actually most important about goal setting -WHY you probably  haven’t achieved long term success in the past   2023 is your year. It’s time to be honest about what...

If you’ve ever been curious about clinical definitions for relationship dysfunction, you’re gonna love this episode   Inside of this episode:    -The Diagnostic Criteria for Borderline Personality Disorder  -Examining the attachment style overlap with BPD  -The importance of acknowledging that change is possible (no matter your past)  Aaaaand so much more!    We cover anxious, avoidant, and disorg...

This episode is brought to you by some incredible audience questions!    On today's episode we dive into:    What is Secure attachment anyways? (What are the thoughts, behaviors, and emotions associated with a healthy relationship)  Can you have a great relationship without butterflies?  What to do when you’re not attracted to someone who is giving you all green flags  Aaaaaand so much more!    To...

Today’s episode is waaaaaay overdue.    I am talking about Feminine Energy today, in a way that I have never talked about it before.    Inside of this episode I dive into:    The importance of Polarity in relationships  Why so many women struggle with Feminine energy  How to access your feminine energy more easily    I think this episode will give all of you plenty to think about. And of course, I...

Do you know the Six Human Needs?    Inside of this episode I dive into:    The Six Human Needs we all have (consciously or unconsciously)  Why the need for Significance can really mess up your relationships if you’re not careful  Healthy Ways to Meet our Needs in Relationships    You won’t want to miss this one!    Make sure you take notes and ask yourself, what are the top two needs that I am cur...

Oooof this one is a tough topic! I get asked this alot: “how do I move on from a friendship that is no longer serving me? “ Inside of today’s episode I talk about how to approach this challenging scenario. We dive into:  -How attachment styles can show up in friendships  -The process for feedback (example language you can use)  - What to do if the friendship truly is not serving you, and you need...

Back by popular demand-    Another episode on protest behaviors!    Inside of this episode:  -I discuss common protest behaviors (in plain english so you can recognize them)  - I explain WHY protest behaviors happen  -We dive into what you can do instead, and I give you actionable advice that you can apply to your life right now    If you’re ready to get a head start on 2023, and welcoming in a he...

The dating pep talk you didn’t know you needed!    Save this episode for anytime you need to be reminded that you are a magnet for healthy love and your person is already on their way to you.    Inside this episode:    -A dating mindset complete reset  -My absolute favorite healthy love affirmations for rewiring your brain  -The science behind affirmations and exactly why they help    If you’re re...

Did I get your attention?    Sometimes it is helpful to think about what NOT to do.    It’s a great way to catch ourselves in the ways of being that no longer serve us.    Inside of this episode I talk about:  -4 ways to sabotage your happiness  -Powerful questions to ask yourself for a happier life -What to do if you want to be in alignment    Guess what?? NOW is a great time to begin the Empower...

You won’t want to miss this episode!    I cover the four things that make anyone susceptible to a toxic relationship.    These are four factors that once we are aware of them, it will forever change how you think about relationships!    Inside of this episode:    -How your past experiences in relationships are impacting your present relationships  -Why unhealthy relationships can feel “addicting” ...

I got really really  vulnerable in this episode!  I am giving you an example of conflict that I experienced with my partner. (aaaand it all started with a  couch. LOL. )   Luckily there is a happy ending and of course, I worked it out with him. But hey there were some juicy learning lessons that I needed to share with you from this experience!    Tune in to this episode for:    A real life example...

It’s that time of year again–   If you’re single, you’re REALLY aware of it.    And if you’re still recovering from a break-up, I wanted to make sure you had everything you need to start the healing process.    Inside of this episode I talk about:    The mindset shifts you need for releasing the past  How to get to forgiveness more quickly  The # 1 thing people get wrong about break-ups     Aaaaan...