Conversations from the Heart
A weekly, soul-nourishing podcast offering psychologically grounded, heart-centered reflections on human relationships, inner healing, and compassion-based communication.
Focused on live mini-coaching moments to help callers shift from reactive, domination-based communication to collaborative, heart-centered connection. Listen for new scripts for stuck situations, new ways of responding to old relationship dynamics and guidance on how to approach these situations with empathy, self-awareness, and effective communication strategies. Here, we emphasize understanding both one's own needs and the needs of others, creating safe spaces for vulnerable conversations, and finding ways to express ourselves authentically while respecting others' boundaries.
Episodes
89 episodes
#88 - When Words Fail, Start Here
What if every awkward silence, every emotional hijack, every misstep can be used as stepping-stone to circle back to a conversation? To reconnect. To build trust, not erode it.What if "failed" moments aren't actually failures...
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56:59
#87 - Feeling "Undermined"? How to Reclaim Your Power.
In this episode, Jaya brings forward a challenge that many of us can relate to - leaving conversations feeling undermined or devalued. She struggles with how to maintain her power and self-worth when people dismiss, invalidate, or fail to...
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39:53
#86 - How Deep Presence Leads to Self-Discovery
What happens when we truly listen? Not just to respond, but to create space for deeper self-awareness? This rich and layered conversation with Patrice shows how connection-based, collaborative listening results I moving beyond her i...
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27:43
#85 - Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria: How to Stop the Spiral and Reclaim Your Power
Have you ever texted a friend, waited for a reply, and felt like your entire world was crumbling when they didn't respond right away? Do you find yourself deeply affected by neutral comments or minor critiques? If so, you might be e...
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34:59
#84 - Responding With Love When Kids Act Up
When kids act out - whether it’s stealing, shutting down, pushing boundaries, or having emotional outbursts - how can we respond in ways that guide them toward growth rather than shame?Today, we explore two powerful real-life s...
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35:05
#83 - Making Peace with Being the Villain in Someone Else's Story
Have you ever been cast as the "villain" in someone else's story? Perhaps you're seen as the one who got it wrong, didn't do enough, or failed to meet expectations?Today, we explore what it means to hold our ground in relationships...
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53:21
#82 - When Relationships Disappoint Us
In this week's episode, both questions focus on the theme of disappointment, and how to work with people and relationships that leave us wanting. We discuss:1:03 Opening comments7:01 I just found out my friend got married an...
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51:15
#81 - Unlearning the Things That No Longer Serve Us
From the moment we enter the world, we begin learning. We absorb the rules of our families, communities, and larger societies. Some of these lessons serve us well, fostering connection, growth, and resilience.But others come...
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54:14
#80 - Reclaiming Your Voice: Strategies for Navigating One-sided Conversations
This episode is devoted to those of us who feel frustrated when we're interrupted, or when a conversation we're having is diverted in a way that doesn't feel generative and connecting. Listen in for the three strategies we can use ...
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52:50
#79 - Messy Conversations, Deeper Connections
Today, Colleen shares her experience of balancing emotional authenticity with others' expectations, while CJ explores the challenges of offering meaningful apologies and overcoming guilt and shame. This episode is for you if you've ever wondere...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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36:29
#78 - Boundaries vs. Abandonment: How to Prioritize Yourself Without Guilt
This week I talk to Steve, who is trying to balance his care for a friendship that has become emotionally draining, with his care for himself, and we explore questions many of us grapple with: How do we distinguish between sett...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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41:18
#77 - The Power of a Moment: Small Acts of Care in a Complex World
What if the smallest moments of care could transform a relationship or change a life? In this episode, we uncover the surprising power of empathy and connection through two compelling stories. Discover how to meet people where they are, foster ...
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39:59
#76 - How to Melt Defensiveness
In this episode, we tackle one of the most challenging aspects of communication: defensiveness. Whether it’s a friend who dismisses others, a family member who reacts sharply, or a coworker who resists feedback, defensiveness often creates dist...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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41:42
#75 - Letting Go of Normal
Today's conversation with Julia and Meka explores the problems with being "normal" and recommends strategies for being authentic and real, instead. The idea of being "normal" can be misused to keep people compliant and obedient - but this isn't...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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40:48
#74 - Protecting Kids from Bullying: Tools for Immediate Safety and Lasting Change
This week we explore critical themes around racism, bullying, emotional safety, and systemic bias, as we talk with Simone about how to protect her kindergarten son from bullying. In this powerful and emotionally charged episode, you'll w...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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33:41
#73 - How to Respond to Advice, Silence, Conflict, and Divides
In this special holiday episode, we explore what happens when connection feels strained, boundaries are tested, and communications gets tough. From dealing with unsolicited advice and navigating silent partners to addressing unresolved co...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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57:13
#72 - How to Get Comfortable With People Being Upset With You
One of the most important stops we can make on our healing journey is figuring out how to sit with uncomfortable feelings. Often, this will appear in the form of others being upset with us. In this episode, we discuss one approach t...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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35:13
#71 - How to Survive Co-Parenting with a Narcissistic Ex.
Today, we’re bringing you three heartfelt and deeply relatable conversations:Co-Parenting with a Narcissist: How do you protect your children while maintaining your own emotional resilience? We’ll dive into strategies for setti...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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53:05
#70 - Your Sensitivity is a Superpower.
Let's dive into the complexities of communication, parenting, and emotional connection as we explore: 1. How to handle projections in relationships when someone assumes your thoughts and reacts defensively. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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58:14
#69 - From Problem Solving to Emotional Presence
Friendships can be so difficult to navigate sometimes. In today's conversation, we help identify the factors that can make friendships feel icky, and work out ways to show up authentically and with an open heart, rather than trying to pro...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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47:50
#68 - Navigating Post-Election Conversations
Are you worried about Thanksgiving dinner conversations with family members who voted differently than you? In this week's episode, we listen to a conversation with Suzanne, who is trying to navigate issues of duty and connection with fam...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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36:03
#67 - 8 Practical Insights for Setting Boundaries
This week's podcast features one of my favorite discussions: Boundaries. It can be hard to set boundaries with life-long friends, and this week's discussion explores the complications concerning caring for ourselves, and helping oth...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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31:05
#66 - Caring About vs Responsible For - All About Friendships
When they're good, our friendships can greatly contribute to the overall quality of our life. When they're hard, our friendships can make life really difficult.On this episode of Conversations from the Heart, we talk about all kin...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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56:27
#65 -When to Stay, When to Let Go: Honest Conversations About Love, Family, and Friendship
One of the hardest decisions we can make is to dismantle a marriage when there are children involved.On this episode of the podcast, we uncover how to make the decision of whether to stay in or leave a marriage because of the kids. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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27:56
#64 - Stop Being Polite: How to Say the Disruptive Thing
It's domination programming that teaches us the louder we raise our voices, the faster the other person will capitulate and join our side.However, in order to affect real change, the key is to get others to care about what it is we're c...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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34:03