The Tender Love Podcast

I had a great time chatting with Love + Life Coach Veronica Grant on everything to do with love. If you are struggling to find love in your life, she has some fabulous tips to start shifting your energy today. Highlights of the episode: Why the Law of Attraction can be a band-aid over what is really preventing you from finding love.0 What might be blocking you from not only love but happiness and...

If you are feeling in a funk, this episode is sure to lift your spirits. Jewelry designer Freida Rothman has a beautiful energy that is magnetic. When I first heard her speak in Milwaukee, I knew I had to invite her on the show.  Highlights of the episode: What makes someone a "Woman of Strength?" How rituals and presence support personal and professional success. The power of kindness, compassion...

This week's guest is such a delight. I've admired her work and am so happy to be sharing our conversation with you. Highlights of today's episode: Why making alcohol irrelevant is a way to take back your power.  The downside of the "mommy wine" culture The beauty of getting honest and REAL about what is and what isn't working for you. Emily Paulson's Bio:   Emily is a writer, TEDx speaker, Certifi...

Whether you want to quit or take a break from alcohol OR you just want more joy in your life, my conversation with Shawn Woltz will leave you walking on air. I know it did for me 🙂 There is something about her energy and passion for life that is impossible to love... and her reels on IG? Don't even get me started. I literally laugh OUT LOUD because they are so spot on. I was also so honored that...

In this week's episode, I dive into the common fear of "how will it through xyz event without drinking?!" with Rachel Hart.  Highlights of the episode Peeling back the "why" of why you really want to have that drink. Changing your mindset around "slip ups" Even using mocktails as a way to peel back the starting point of desire.  RACHEL HART'S BIO: Rachel Hart is Founder and CEO of Take a Break. As...

This episode came at the perfect time as I've been on my "social lie detox" for about 5-6 months and was finding myself leaning into old patterns. Fortunately, this conversation was the perfect fix to get reinvigorated to continue with a practice that has been personally transformational. If you are someone who tries to "make everything right" and avoid rocking the boat, i think you will find this...

Today I am sharing a few stories around regret. These are times that I literally manifested what I desired and literally turned around and walked away. Why? Listen and you'll find out! Highlights of the episode: Why past U-turns can be vital information for future forks in the road.  How you can move out of the past and step out of the "pool of regret" A short meditation to locate and release wher...

Mothers come in many forms. You may be a Mom to humans, or dogs, cats, horses, etc. The thing is, if you nurture anyone or anything you have that essence of a mother. So with that, comes amazing moments of joy... as well as stress and overwhelm.  In today's episode, I chat with Kelly Smith who is a world-renowned yoga and meditation teacher. (See below for links to her podcast and free meditation...

I tried something new for you in this episode which I think you'll enjoy. It's a guided meditation for when life becomes a little chaotic and we slip into beating ourselves up. That's easy to do when you're a people pleaser or an empath!   Let me know your thoughts and I'm happy to create more of these relaxing episodes for you. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If...

I recently posted a live video on IG talking about my journey over the past two years. I also answered a few questions I get asked a lot by friends and community members.  Highlights of today's episode: The one thing my therapist said that changed my life. How to divert yourself to joy versus wine. Why this one decision has created a positive ripple effect in so many other areas of my life.  Hopin...

Do you feel that old familiar sense of peer pressure when it comes to get-togethers with other moms? Does your wine time interfere with being present with your family? On today's episode we are talking with Jessica Nanna from Socially Savvy Studio on how releasing alcohol messed with her mommy time and how she navigated around this.  Highlights of today's episode: What Jessica's children said that...

Are you curious about "Gray Area Drinking"?  Do you know you need to take your wine time down a notch but not sure how? I loved speaking with Jennifer Rose on today's episode! She is beautiful on the inside and out and so authentic. I know you will love her advice and strategies on taking a break just as much as I did.  Highlights of today's episode: What "Gray Area Drinking" is and why it's so pr...

Celebrity Trainer Joey Thurman with tips on how "A Morning Shot" and "Donating to Booze Jar" Keeps You On Track I was inspired recently by a quote by Julia Cameron. "Treating my body like a precious object will make me strong." That really resonated with me and if you, like me, have never liked the "crush it" mentality of the fitness world, you are going to love my guest this week, Joey Thurman. I...

What a fabulous conversation with the talented and authentic Leah Groth. So many solid pieces of advice from her on living a sober life. She is an inspiration and I know you will be as energized as I was after speaking with her! Highlights of today's episode: Why her family refers to AA meetings as "nice" meetings. How the feelings you deeply want to feel while drinking alcohol are actually suffoc...

As I was journaling this morning, I uncovered a fun experiment I am going to try over the next three days. It's called "slowly embodying" and I love everything about it. If you get inspired about daydreaming, using your imagination, and stepping into a sense of self-possession, you will enjoy what you are about to listen to! Highlights of this episode: You never "become" something but instead, you...

This is one of my favorite episodes as it was inspired this morning while doing my "morning pages" otherwise known as journaling. I was asking myself "Meg what are you waiting for to begin? What is blocking you?" The answers I received made me run to my office in my nightgown and start talking to you about this important topic of living your own life! Highlights of today's episode: Polling others...

In today's podcast, I am happy to introduce you to Susan Holtham with L'Bri . She has a story to share around her own journey in self-care. Highlights of today's episode: How your skin gives clues to what is going on in your gut. What Candida is and how it can wreak havoc on your well-being. How skincare is an essential aspect to your self-care. Free Gifts@ Complimentary Facial (1:1 or group) with...

If you are feeling a bit worn out from the holidays and ready to still try "Dry January" it's not too late to dive in! Changing habits is always much easier when we focus on things to add in rather than what you are taking away. Highlights of today's episode: 2 things that happen pretty quickly once you take a break from alcohol. 1 feeling that quietly arrives in your life when you put alcohol on...

In today's episode, I ask you one question that may be holding you back from experiencing the feelings you desire in your life. This one question then begs another question of "what are you not wanting to witness within yourself?" Highlights of today's episode: The facade I showed the world and how it was holding me back. How distorted our self-perception can be compared to the world's perception...

I love today's episode because I get to tell a bit about my own story in deciding to live with more intention. If you are thinking about doing "Dry January" I encourage you to listen from start to finish and share with friends! Highlights of today's episode: Why the 30 Day Reset is different from other programs. The benefits you receive when you choose wellness over wine. How my own reset allowed...

Self-care is a foundational piece of any type of personal growth and one of my favorite topics to dive into. Why? Because for so long I was horrible at it! It's also been my saving grace in letting go and stepping into a more calm and easier way of living. Highlights of today's episode: Why choosing two words for how you want to feel can change your life. How "above the surface" self-care is much...

In today's episode, I share how the moments in time when a phone call or conversation changes everything is really when we see the purpose of our lives. Everyone has had those moments. Seconds where everything shifts for the worse or better and yet underneath it all lies that moment of clarity where what is truly important becomes very evident Highlights of today's episode: Why surrendering to "wh...

I am going to get super vulnerable in this week's episode! An uncomfortable situation with one person followed by an angel of a friend sharing a podcast with me literally shifted things into something amazing for me. If you feel you aren't always living in integrity and not being true to yourself for the sake of others, this episode is for you. Highlights of today's episode: What are social lies a...

I have wanted to do a podcast on this topic for quite some time. Luckily, I met LeAnn Conway from Conway Image Consulting! We could have talked for hours on wardrobe, mindset, etc. and I think you will love what she has to share. Highlights of today's episode: Why organizing your closet is secondary to what must happen first. How your wardrobe is one ingredient of creating your personal brand. Why...

In today's episode, I share my personal story of how different behaviors were stealing so much from my life. Things like alcohol, people-pleasing, lack of structure, and overwhelm. We are all spiritual beings having at times difficult human experiences and it's our responsibility to become conscious of what we are creating. Simple mind shifts and new ways of looking at our behaviors, schedules, an...