Live Brighter With Tara

Ever wondered why siblings can recall vastly different versions of the same childhood events? As a child, we have core needs that we have to receive from our parents and our surroundings, but sometimes, there are things that get in the way of that. As a result, we get wired to the stories we tell ourselves that affect all aspects of our lives. But as adults, we possess the remarkable ability to re...

Ever wondered what sets apart the wildly successful from the rest of us? It's no secret—confidence is the cornerstone of triumph! There's a lot of myths and misconceptions in regards to confidence, and in this week's episode, I will be talking about the realms of self-assurance and resilience, and share ways to nurture your confidence that leads to a fulfilling and radiant life. Let's unlock the k...

Is your home a healthy environment? Are the people and relationships around you nurturing your overall health? In the last part of my self-love series, I'll be talking all about how our environment and the people around us affects us–mentally, emotionally, and physically–and how we can create a healthy environment that is vital to our self-love journey.   Find out how we can detoxify our environme...

Do you prioritize yourself, or do you feel it is selfish? Prioritizing ourselves is far from selfish and is actually a way for us to lead fulfilling lives and foster healthy relationships. Join me in Part 3 of my 4-part series about Self-Love as I talk about why prioritizing ourselves is essential for our health, relationships, and overall happiness, and learn why investing in ourselves is not onl...

Do you find yourself constantly criticizing and comparing yourself to others? Or do you tend to speak to yourself in a negative manner? Our self-confidence and level of success are determined by how we talk to and about ourselves. This week, for the second part of my four-part series on self-love, I will discuss how we can love ourselves through our self-talk and outline actionable steps to retrai...

Have you heard the phrase "Life is about serving others?". For us kind girls, we don't need to hear that message regularly since service is so easy for us that we tend to over-give at the expense of ourselves. While service is important, it's much more important to have balance and understand the order of things first. Join me in this week's episode as I talk about how important it is for us to lo...

Do you find yourself chronically busy? Don't have much time for yourself? There are constant pulls for our attention - it could be our work, our kids, technology - but the challenge with that is it doesn't give us the opportunity to have stillness in our lives and to go within, which can pose some great challenges in our mental and physical health. In this week's episode, I will be talking about h...

Did you ever want to do something but believed that you can't? Or have you talked with someone and they say something they believe is a complete fact, and you're thinking–is that really true? Those are limiting beliefs, and it's one of the things that holds us back from success, and keeps us on making excuses. Join me in this week's episode as we talk about where limiting beliefs come from and how...

Do you feel like every disagreement with your significant other is a cut that is slowly bleeding you out, making you less intimate and close? Or do you see conflicts as an opportunity to grow as a couple and increase intimacy? To resolve conflicts in a relationship, both partners need to benefit and work together. In this week's episode, we will explore how you can use conflict to understand and k...

I was in a destructive marriage for 22 years which resulted in two psych ward visits. During those two stays, I learned six lessons that really helped me look at things differently and grow. Join me in this week's episode as I share my insights on resilience, self-love, and embracing living brighter. Join me as I reveal what I learned from the psych ward and how I grew amidst the chaos and mental...

Have you ever heard the phrase "Forgive and forget?" Well, I believe it is a recipe for disaster! Forgiveness is usually taken out of context in the Christian world, and if we don't understand what forgiveness really means, there can be consequences to our body, mind, and spirit. In this week's episode, we will discuss how we can forgive fully as well as learn to forgive ourselves.   Join us in th...

In this week's episode, my husband, Michael, will join us for the second time. My husband and I both came from domestically destructive relationships, and we talked about it during his first interview. During this week's episode, we will be talking about how we live brighter. Getting out of a destructive relationship is one thing, and healing is another. Join us as we discuss how to recover from t...

Do you consider yourself a people pleaser? Focusing too much on other people's opinions can lead to loneliness and a lack of fulfillment in life. In this week's episode, we will discuss how people-pleasing can be a "silent killer" and how we can learn to prioritize ourselves and be more present in our own lives. Listen to learn the silent killer of self-worth and overcoming social validation addic...

Are you considerate of others, caring, and pretty easy-going? Do you consider yourself a kind-hearted person? I do! However, being a Kind Girl comes with its own set of challenges. The flip side of those attributes makes us a natural target for destructive relationships and gives us a bullseye on our forehead. In this week's episode, join me as I talk about how we can diminish our Kind Girl Bullse...

Have you had some mental challenges, struggled with mental illness, or been in a terrible situation that is affecting your mental health? You are not alone; I am, too! In this episode, we will discuss the many things that can cause mental challenges and how we can improve our physical, emotional, and mental health. Join me in this week's episode as we talk about mental wellness, and new resources...

Are you afraid to speak up, stand up, or fight? Do your beliefs still serve you, or are they hindering your progress toward where you want to be? In this week's episode, we will be joined by one of my good friends – Jewels Daly – as she talks about overcoming our past beliefs and fears and how we can stay authentic and live our deepest truth.   Join us as we talk about unmasking our limiting belie...

When you're going through a hard time, has someone told you, "It will all work out," but you think it won't? In this week's podcast, we will discuss the uncomfortable truth about struggle, coping beyond prayer, and the things that can help you when you're struggling and holding onto God's promise.    Join me as we do a Reality Check on God's Promises in this week's episode.   PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS: 0...

Is your body a comfortable HOME for you? Does your environment or house bring you peace? This week's episode will discuss how we can intentionally create a HOME within ourselves.   For more information: https://www.livebrighter.info/ For free affirmations : https://forms.wix.com/92afa3c4-cdce-4001-8b89-7d69785eeab9:0b817886-a600-4dee-9177-f0847ad749cc   Unravel Notebook/Barf Notebook: https://www....

Do you and your partner have any unspoken agreements or rules that you never discussed? It can be challenging to navigate such situations, whether you are in a relationship or not. In this week's episode, we will cover the topic of unspoken rules and silent agreements to help you gain deeper self-awareness or work on these issues in your relationships.   For more information: https://www.livebrigh...

Name-calling, emotional abuse, alcohol and substance abuse in a marriage. In this week's episode, we will be joined by one of my good friends–Erica–who has experienced all of these. Join us as we talk about her experience, learnings, and her healing journey.   For more information: https://www.livebrighter.info/ For free affirmations: https://forms.wix.com/92afa3c4-cdce-4001-8b89-7d69785eeab9:0b81...

Are you tired of feeling sluggish and worn out without a clear explanation? Tune in to this week's episode to discover 8 powerful ways to either boost your energy levels or avoid energy drains altogether. Don't wait any longer to unlock the secret to consistent, sustained energy—Listen now!  For more information: https://www.livebrighter.info/ For free affirmations:  https://forms.wix.com/92afa3c4...

What to do if you think you are in a tough or emotionally destructive relationship. In this week's episode, we will be discussing how our brain can work in an addictive cycle, especially when in a destructive relationship. We will explore ways to cultivate self-awareness and honesty, which can lead to positive change.   For more information: https://www.livebrighter.info/ For free affirmations: ht...

Harvard did a long study of adult development and they found out that the most important Contributor to our well-being is the quality of our Relationships. In this week's episode, we will be talking about the four relationship must-haves and how we can prioritize and improve the quality of our present and future relationships.   For more information: https://www.livebrighter.info/ For free affirma...

Has religion been used in a relationship to control you? Has the bible or scripture held you captive to stay in a destructive situation? Or has your own "Godliness" or idea of being a Christian ever held you captive in an abusive situation? For our December special episode, I'll be talking about Religious abuse and how the scripture is often misinterpreted to use for control and manipulation, the...

In this week's episode, we will be joined in by Kim, one of my good friends, as she talks about her dysfunctional situation and the things she learned after leaving her abusive relationship.   For more information : https://www.livebrighter.info/ For free affirmations:  https://forms.wix.com/92afa3c4-cdce-4001-8b89-7d69785eeab9:0b817886-a600-4dee-9177-f0847ad749cc Unravel Notebook/Barf Notebook: h...