Minutes On Growth

In this 11-minute episode, I share a simple kayaking experience from a recent trip to New Brunswick that unexpectedly became one of the biggest lessons I've had in slowing down, self-awareness, and the stories we unknowingly carry through life. When my husband and I kept falling behind on a guided kayak tour, I noticed how quickly I slipped into feeling like a burden and wanting to rush to keep up...

In this 48-minute episode, I sit with Rachael-Jayne, international keynote speaker, TEDx presenter, three-time best-selling author, and founder of The Awakened School, for a powerful conversation about presence, visibility, and magnetic energy. Rachael shares how her work began with her own fear of being seen, and how healing that resistance transformed her life, relationships, and business. We ex...

In this 16-minute podcast, I unpack the growing loneliness epidemic and explore why so many people feel emotionally disconnected despite being more digitally connected than ever before. We dive into the 2023 U.S. Surgeon General’s report on loneliness, the science behind connection and co-regulation, attachment theory, vulnerability, and the nervous system’s need for emotional safety and belonging...

In this 11-minute episode, I explore the critical difference between situational conflict and characterological abuse and why understanding that distinction can change lives. I break down how some relationships struggle because of poor regulation and unhealthy conflict patterns, while others are rooted in power, fear, coercion, and control. I also discuss how abuse often begins in childhood throug...

In this 12-minute episode, I unpack the common relationship advice that “good couples never go to bed angry”and offer a more nuanced, research-informed perspective. We explore what actually happens in the brain and body during conflict, including emotional flooding, the role of the amygdala, and why the prefrontal cortex goes offline when we’re overwhelmed. I also break down stonewalling; one of t...

In this episode, I sit with spiritual teacher, Blaise Kennedy, to explore Developmental Architecture; a relational, body-centered approach to healing and awakening. Blaise explains how presence and co-regulation (being with another who truly listens) accelerate healing, allowing stored developmental material to be felt, released, and integrated rather than replayed as triggers.  We discuss how tra...

In this 15 minute episode, I share a gentle and grounding perspective on love just in time for Valentine’s Day. With so many people feeling financial pressure or emotional heaviness in the world right now, this conversation is an invitation to come back to what truly makes love feel meaningful. We talk about how romance isn’t about how much money you spend, but about attention, presence, and thoug...

In this 20 minute solo episode, I talk about the emotional weight many of us are carrying as we witness injustice in the world, focusing on the recent massacre of protestors in Iran and the renewed attention on the Epstein case. I share what has been happening in Iran, including communication blackouts, mass violence, and the deep grief and uncertainty families are living with. I name the differen...

In this 44-minute episode with Bishop Foreman, we explore how to draft your own narrative, recognize and answer your calling, and turn delays and setbacks into setups for greater impact. Bishop Foreman shares his journey from Orange Mound to ministry and entrepreneurship, practical tools for moving from comfort to calling, and how to stay whole, not broken, while leading.  He explains pro‑noia (a...

In this episode, I guide you through the emotional terrain of setting boundaries, especially during the holidays, without guilt, shame, or disconnection. We explore the difference between a boundary and an ultimatum, how to honor your nervous system while still staying connected to loved ones, and why validation is essential when expressing your limits with compassion. I also dive into the importa...

In this episode, I sit with Reed Davis — board-certified holistic health practitioner, certified nutritional therapist, and founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition — to unpack the modern health crisis and a different way forward. Reed shares his journey from environmental paralegal to leading educator in functional lab testing, why conventional bloodwork often misses the real causes, and how th...

In this 10-minute episode, I dive into the often unsee, but deeply felt invisible mental load that many women carry, especially during the holiday season. From managing appointments and social events to tracking family traditions and gift lists, this mental burden can feel overwhelming and isolating. We explore: What the invisible load really is Why it disproportionately affects women How it quiet...

In this episode I sit with Sarah Intelligator — a divorce attorney, long-time yoga teacher, and author of Live, Laugh, Find True Love — to explore her approach to ‘holistic divorce’ and how bringing mindfulness, compassion, and practical tools to family law can change how people navigate separation. Sarah explains why caring for the whole person matters in legal work, how divorce impacts children...

In this episode I sit with George Lizos — spiritual teacher, energy healer, and award‑winning author — to explore how we can protect our energy, live more authentically, and integrate healing across the body, mind, and spirit. George shares his personal story of coming out and reclaiming his truth, then breaks down a simple but powerful framework for energetic wellbeing: identify, clear, and shiel...

In this 8-minute episode, I reflect on a powerful Kabbalistic teaching about the “opponent; the obstacles that show up in our lives not to block us, but to build us. Through the metaphor of soccer and a childhood memory, I explore how challenges help us grow the very muscles we’re meant to develop. Like a goalie makes the game worthwhile, our emotional “opponents” reveal where we’re still in train...

In this episode, I sit with Kathryn Spears, a Neurosomatic Intelligence Practitioner and Director of Marketing at the leading global institute of neurosomatics. We explore the vital role of nervous system regulation in healing, sustainable change, and leadership. Kathryn shares her personal journey overcoming childhood trauma, late-diagnosed ADHD, and breaking free from limiting patterns using uni...

In this 10-minute solo episode, I share one simple but powerful piece of advice I received from a therapist years ago that transformed the way I show up in my relationship: "Stop picking up the sock." This episode dives into the emotional and energetic cost of over-functioning in a relationship, the way we unconsciously slip into manager or caregiver roles, and how that slowly chips away at intima...

In this 35 minute episode, I sit down with Barbara Burgess, author, founder, and executive, to explore the transformative power of embracing "enough" in a world obsessed with lack. We dive into Barbara’s personal journey of overcoming feelings of not enoughness, the importance of setting both big and small boundaries unapologetically, and the beautiful interplay of spirituality and practical actio...

In this transformative episode of the Minutes on Growth podcast, I sit down with Monica Berg, co-director of the Kabbalah Center and author of Rethink Love, to explore profound Kabbalistic tools that have the power to change lives. Monica shares her insights on embracing change, cultivating certainty amidst uncertainty, and nurturing meaningful relationships.  We dive into practical wisdom on acti...

In this 53 minute episode, I sit with Christian Ray Flores to explore his extraordinary journey from a childhood marked by fear and displacement to becoming a purpose-driven entrepreneur and coach. We dive deep into embracing uncertainty, overcoming fear, the power of faith, building resilience, and the pursuit of one’s unique purpose.  To connect with Christian Ray Flores: https://www.christianra...

In this 7-minute solo episode, I unpack why stepping into the mothering role in romantic relationships can quietly erode intimacy, sexual polarity, and connection.  Drawing from relationship research, client sessions, and personal reflections, I explore how over-functioning leaves the role of “girlfriend” or “wife” unoccupied ,and what to do instead. You’ll walk away with practical tools to shift...

In this 53 minute episode, I sit with Katherine Fabrizio, psychotherapist and author of The Good Daughter Syndrome, to explore the complex dynamics between empathetic daughters and difficult mothers.  We dive into what the Good Daughter Syndrome is, how generational trauma and cultural factors shape these relationships, and the challenges of setting boundaries with emotionally immature or narcissi...

In this 8-minute solo episode, I reflect on a powerful conversation sparked at a recent wedding, where mutual respect and emotional consideration in relationships were jokingly labeled as being "whipped." It opened the door to a much deeper discussion on devotion; what it really means to be devoted to your partner and your relationship. Through stories from my own life, my sessions, and the lens o...

In this 43-minute episode, I sit down with Gabrielle, an intuitive astrologer, and Nichole, a licensed marriage and family therapist and co-hosts of the Spiritual Sisters podcast, to explore the powerful integration of psychology and spirituality for healing and self-awareness.  We discuss how these two modalities complement each other; psychology providing groundedness and tools to navigate menta...

In this insightful 54-minute episode, I sit down with Kelle Sparta, a transformational shaman and spiritual coach, to explore the energetic and mindset blocks that impact money, wealth, and business success. Kelly unpacks the concept of “transformational shamanism,” which centers on uncovering and embodying your most authentic self to create lasting change across all areas of life. We dive deep in...