The Tender Love Podcast

In today's episode, I share a comforting "a -ha" discovered during a conversation recently with a friend. For so long, I've grappled with the idea of "expectations are resentments waiting to happen" when it comes to friendships and relationships. How can we not have expectations? Yet whenever I've had expectations, it inevitably led to emotional suffering. Two questions I share today might be the...

In today's bonus episode, I offer you a short meditation to ground yourself and help you move through the day with more peace. Feel free to use this in your morning rituals and share with friends who are in need of more calm. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week....

In today's episode, I share with you three things to detox from your life so you can experience freedom, peace, and clarity. If you are feeling in a rut, you are in the right place. If you know someone who is feeling stuck, please share this episode with them. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would e...

Life is never a straight line. There are ups and downs, highs and lows. Moments when our light is shining bright and moments when we can't even see the flicker. In today's episode, I'm sharing with you three ideas that have helped me turn my light back on after going through a dark period. I hope you feel as inspired as I do when tapping into these gifts. Items Referenced In Today's Episode: Thiba...

In today's episode, I am sharing a methodology I use with my dog Duncan and how it can be used by all of us to live more fully. Are you ready to take a leap of love and start living life with an open heart? I hope you enjoy  More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops  here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week....

Who do you want to be? I'm not talking your role or label in life... but who you at a deep level want to be. In today's episode I share how embodiment has helped me navigate some choppy waters the past several months. I hope it resonates with you 🙂 Products mentioned in episode: Ceder's Rose Distilled Non-Alcoholic Stolen Focus by Johann Hari More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly works...

This is a very special episode for me because I had the pleasure of interviewing my cousin Callie! We reconnected on Instagram as I'm absolutely fascinated with her "Eat In Method" as well as her book, Dining In By Design. Callie is changing the way people think about cooking at home by working with individuals one on one as well as facilitating corporate group programs. Make sure you watch until...

I loved my conversation with the lovely Claire Comai! Her energy and passion makes her an inspiration to all generations. Be sure to check out the free gift she has for all of us at the link below... it's jewelry!   Claire's Bio: Claire's brand and designs are inspired by her own struggles with alcohol and drug addiction, which dominated her life until the age of 24. Now three years sober, she's c...

Today's episode is based on a fabulous book by Danielle Postel-Vinay called Home Sweet Maison: The French Art Of Making A Home . I don't think I've read a book this fast in quite some time! I take you through a few of the rooms in the home that she discusses in the book with recommendations from her on how to make it more elegant and inspiring. You can purchase her book here. More ways for us to c...

Do you know what it's like when you meet someone and it's crazy how much you have in common?   That is exactly how it felt when Meg and I connected last year.   Everyone, I have to say her book is incredible! It feels as though you are sitting right there with her having a cup of tea.   So excited to share our discussion with you!   Meg's Bio:   Meg is an ordinary mom who found herself trapped in...

In today's episode, I share the pain I've been experiencing with the loss of a dear loved one… and the coping mechanisms I chose on the journey. Have you been experiencing any kind of loss lately? If so, how do you deal with it? Perhaps it's through spiritual bypassing, overeating, diving into the drama, staying busy, or indulging in too much alcohol. I hope this episode inspires you to have the c...

How can I even express the excitement that was bubbling in my heart and mind before interviewing Rebecca? Not once… But twice! You'll have to listen for the total snafu that happened on my end the first time we recorded. Definitely a lesson of self-forgiveness on my part. This episode is one of my favorites because it didn't feel like an interview but felt like a zoom call with a really fun and fa...

Hello and welcome to another episode! I had so much fun interviewing Shelby John for this week's podcast. If you struggle with confidence I think she will inspire you to gather up the courage to truly own your self-worth by stepping into wellness. SHELBY'S BIO​ Shelby is a licensed clinical social worker with a private practice where she specializes in trauma, addiction, and anxiety. With years of...

Today's episode was inspired by two dear friends in my life. They have helped me steer away from being that moth to the drama flame and more towards embracing my inner bumblebee! Don't forget to listen for the free giveaway! More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week....

In today's episode, I explore five ways choosing tenderness has changed my life and the lives of my clients. It's interesting how easy it is to extend adoration and love towards others yet many of us find it difficult to shower that attention unto ourselves. I hope you enjoy today's message and as always I love having you here. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If y...

Once upon a time, I barely knew what boundaries were let alone activating them in my life. Things changed, however, once I began working with the talented Nancy Levin. In today's episode, she shares stories, strategies, and inspiration to begin releasing people pleasing and embracing your self-worth. Nancy's free gift: The Transformation Equation Nancy's book: The Art of Change Nancy's bio: Nancy...

Today's episode was inspired by a dream I had about the Royal family coming to visit my home! So much came out of the dream as I journaled the next morning. Book Giveaway!! Snap a picture of my podcast, post it to social media, tag me in it … and you'll be entered into a drawing to win Matt Kahn's book, All For Love. !!! Download the free app, Insight Timer. Don't forget to follow me so you can jo...

Do you find yourself people pleasing more than necessary? Are boundaries something you struggle with? Enjoy this five minute meditation to begin your day with the intention of grounding yourself into the knowing that you are enough. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you nex...

I've always been intrigued with magic, nature, rituals, and miracles. In this week's episode, I share a couple of synchronicities and beautiful moments that happened recently. They remind me of the immense power we all possess to bring about change and love in our world. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you th...

Alcohol infuses so much of our daily lives, including work events…. But that may be changing. I was so happy to speak with Cheryl Brown  Merriwether today about creating a work environment that supports sobriety. Cheryl's Bio: Cheryl Brown Merriwether, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, CPRC, CRSS, CM CoFounder, Vice President, Executive Director, International Center for Addiction & Recovery Education (ICARE) Chery...

In today's episode, I explore the concept of intentionality. We make choices every day. What to wear, what to eat, who to spend time with, to tell the truth or not, to stay in our business or others peoples, to spread love or to spread drama. My hope is this episode will inspire more presence, truth, and love in your life and mine. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here. ...

I am delighted to share today's conversation with Kezia Calvert. We discuss, among many things, the craving for belonging, living with intention, and how creativity soars when you let go of habits, such as alcohol, that pull you down. If you are in a rut and want to start making healthy choices for your life, she will inspire you not only with her story but the work she gives to this world.  Kezia...

Let's talk about embodiment. It's the tool to create the feelings you want to feel in your life. But what can block those feelings? It could be "empathic absorption" that's disrupting your vibes and creating roadblocks to feeling better. If you are ready to take the center stage of your own life rather than always appeasing and people-pleasing, I think you will enjoy this episode. More ways for us...

Today's episode was inspired by a heart to heart with loved ones recently. If you are a "deep feeler" you know how easy it is to veer off your path and into other people's needs at the expense of your own. Things like boundaries and awareness are great places to begin with stopping this pattern of spinning the wheels on your own life. Highlights What might be the "kickback" behind your people-plea...

Love everything about this episode with alcohol-free lifestyle expert Amanda Kuda. Not only is she one of the easiest people to talk with, she has LOTS of great advice and tips! She also has a new book coming out on October 23rd. Yay Amanda!! Highlights of today's episode: Gray area drinking and why it's just boooorrrring 🙂 The 3 types of "Deep Feelers" and why it explains a lot from childhood AN...