Overcoming People Pleasing: From Approval-Seeking to Self-Acceptance
11/24/2023
Overcoming People Pleasing: From Approval-Seeking to Self-Acceptance
In this episode, I talk about the concept of being a people pleaser and the steps I took to overcome this behavior pattern. I share my own experiences as a recovering people pleaser and emphasize the importance of self-reflection and self-care in the process of letting go of this coping mechanism."L
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Navigating the Guilt Maze: Understanding Healthy and Unhealthy Guilt
11/17/2023
Navigating the Guilt Maze: Understanding Healthy and Unhealthy Guilt
In this episode, I talk about the concept of guilt, specifically focusing on distinguishing between healthy guilt and unhealthy guilt. I share my expertise on the topic, discussing the characteristics of each type of guilt and how they impact our emotions and actions. "When we can sit with ourselves
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Understanding Complex Shame: A Journey of Healing and Personal Growth with Dr. Zoe Shaw
10/27/2023
Understanding Complex Shame: A Journey of Healing and Personal Growth with Dr. Zoe Shaw
Today, meet Dr. Zoe Shaw, a licensed psychotherapist, author, and relationship coach who is passionate about helping women overcome shame and codependency. Dr. Zoe's approach incorporates psychology, faith, and a touch of feminism, creating a unique lens through which she guides her clients towards
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Owning Your Story and Finding Your Voice with Carol Cox
10/20/2023
Owning Your Story and Finding Your Voice with Carol Cox
Carol Cox helps women entrepreneurs to be vulnerable and share their stories to make a bigger impact in the world. Learn how powerful it can be to release your inner thought leader and redefine your personal brand. This is another special conversation we had as part of my recent summit: Unlocking th
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Trusting Intuition, Letting Go, and Embracing Radical Forgiveness with Lorree Appleby
10/13/2023
Trusting Intuition, Letting Go, and Embracing Radical Forgiveness with Lorree Appleby
My special guest is Lorree Appleby, an incredible individual who has dedicated her life to helping others find inner peace and personal growth through the power of forgiveness. This is a special conversation we had as part of my recent summit: Unlocking the True Power of ForgivenessSecrets to Incorp
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Cultivating Self-Love: The Key to Unlocking Your Well-Being
09/29/2023
Cultivating Self-Love: The Key to Unlocking Your Well-Being
If you're feeling trapped in a cycle of self-doubt and self-criticism, constantly questioning your worth and abilities, then you are not alone! Despite the efforts you put into seeking validation from others and striving for perfection, the pain of not feeling good enough persists. The constant comp
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Coming Out of the Dark
09/22/2023
Coming Out of the Dark
Join me as I delve into the depths of grief and the transformative power of forgiveness in this raw and vulnerable episode. Tune in to discover the untold secrets of resilience and forgiveness in the face of unimaginable challenges.Life happens for you, not to you. Even amidst the darkness, allow yo
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Breaking Down Barriers: How to Embrace Receptivity and Unlock Personal Growth
09/08/2023
Breaking Down Barriers: How to Embrace Receptivity and Unlock Personal Growth
 If you frequently find yourself plagued by doubt and frustration, questioning every decision you make and struggling to muster the confidence needed to achieve your goals, it's important to remember that you are not alone. Many people share these exact feelings. Despite your best efforts, you may f
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Letting Go: 5 Questions to Help You Discover Forgiveness
09/01/2023
Letting Go: 5 Questions to Help You Discover Forgiveness
Discover the power of self-forgiveness and taking accountability for your actions in this thought-provoking podcast. Uncover the cost of holding onto unforgiveness and the transformative benefits of letting go. But what happens when forgiveness becomes a difficult choice, leaving you hanging in the
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Unlocking the Power of Habits: How to Create Lasting Change
08/18/2023
Unlocking the Power of Habits: How to Create Lasting Change
Unlock the power of self-transformation as I, Brenda Reiss, unravel the secrets of creating life-changing habits, celebrating the irony of my own struggle to stick with routines, and revealing the essential components that will revolutionize your personal growth and self-care journey. In this episo
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Overcoming Regret: Healing and Finding Forgiveness
07/28/2023
Overcoming Regret: Healing and Finding Forgiveness
Do you long for inner peace and self-acceptance, free from the burden of regret? Wondering how you can attain healing and forgiveness, paving the way for a brighter future? Look no further! I have the solution you've been searching for, equipping you with the tools to unlock personal growth and find
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Letting Go: Steps to Release Pain and Find Peace
07/14/2023
Letting Go: Steps to Release Pain and Find Peace
Maybe you've been told to just let it go and move on when it comes to pain and negative emotions. But no matter how hard you try, the pain still lingers, weighing you down. It's frustrating, isn't it? You deserve to find peace and move forward in life, free from the burden of past hurts. In this epi
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Breaking Free from Loneliness
07/07/2023
Breaking Free from Loneliness
Does this sound familiar? You tried reaching out to others, joining social activities, or even distracting yourself with busyness, but still find yourself feeling lonely? It's frustrating, isn't it? The truth is, loneliness isn't solved solely by external interactions or distractions. In fact, those
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The Power of Sincere Apologies: A 5-Step Framework
06/16/2023
The Power of Sincere Apologies: A 5-Step Framework
In this episode of Forgive Yourself, I share the neuroscience behind apologies and a five-step process for making sincere apologies. But what happens when an apology isn't enough to heal a relationship? Stay tuned to find out.“There is strength in empathy and vulnerability and taking the chance of s
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Master Your Emotions: Discover the 4-Step Emerge-N-See Technique
05/26/2023
Master Your Emotions: Discover the 4-Step Emerge-N-See Technique
In this episode, I share an effective four-step process called the Emerge-N-See process for managing intense negative emotions. I found this process to be a game-changer recently during a difficult family conflict and I hope it can help you too. This process has helped me achieve peace and self-lov
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Tame Your Triggers: 4 Steps to Shift from Reacting to Responding
05/05/2023
Tame Your Triggers: 4 Steps to Shift from Reacting to Responding
Do you want to break free from negative reactions and live a calmer life? If so, I have the solution for you. Discover the art of responding instead of reacting and experience a more peaceful and fulfilled existence. In this episode, you will be able to: > Gain clarity on the fundamental differen
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The Pain of Unmet Expectations: How to Navigate & Overcome
04/14/2023
The Pain of Unmet Expectations: How to Navigate & Overcome
Struggling in my relationships and feeling resentful, I had no idea that my unrealistic expectations were the culprit. Little did I know, understanding expectations took me on a journey of self-discovery, learning to accept and love myself, and developing healthier relationships. What I've gained fr
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Turn Your Pain into Peace: A Journey Through Radical Forgiveness
03/31/2023
Turn Your Pain into Peace: A Journey Through Radical Forgiveness
Today I guide you through the five-stage process of Radical Forgiveness, allowing you to find peace in any situation, let go of blame and guilt, and reclaim your power. Here's what I cover: 1. What is the transformative power of radical forgiveness, and how can it heal deep emotional wounds? 2. How
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Loving Your Anger: Taming the Volcano with Radical Forgiveness
03/24/2023
Loving Your Anger: Taming the Volcano with Radical Forgiveness
Feel and love your anger to free yourself and create positive change with Radical Forgiveness. Here's what I cover in this episode: 1. What is the Radical Forgiveness Process and how can it help us with our anger? 2. How can we move through anger by loving it instead of resisting it? 3. What is the
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Relationships as Mirrors: Discovering Your Inner Truth Through Reflection
03/17/2023
Relationships as Mirrors: Discovering Your Inner Truth Through Reflection
Discover the power of self-reflection and learn to recognize and heal the truths in your relationships. Today I’m sharing thoughts about relationships as mirrors through a personal story of growth and healing. Through this episode and story, I was reminded of the importance of recognizing how our re
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Got Guilt? Ways to Tell if It’s Healthy or Unhealthy
03/10/2023
Got Guilt? Ways to Tell if It’s Healthy or Unhealthy
Unpacking Appropriate & Inappropriate Guilt: A Life-Changing Lesson - We all feel guilty from time to time. Listen in and discover the life-changing distinction between appropriate and inappropriate guilt, unlocking the power to make amends and break free from an irrational burden. More info: https
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5 Ways to Tell if You've Forgiven Someone: Releasing Anger and Bitterness
03/03/2023
5 Ways to Tell if You've Forgiven Someone: Releasing Anger and Bitterness
A Journey of Reflection & Release - Join me and learn if you have truly forgiven someone or if you are just pretending. Forgiveness is a conscious choice to remove the desire to get even with someone who has hurt you. And it is powerful when you can get to the place of forgiveness, it can bring you
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How to Forgive a Cheater
02/24/2023
How to Forgive a Cheater
Forgiving Infidelity: How to Process Emotions, Rebuild Trust & Move On - After being betrayed by a cheating partner, it’s good to confront your own inner turmoil as you grapple with the difficult decision of whether to stay or go in order to ultimately find forgiveness and move forward. Today you w
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How to Stop Being Your Own Worst Critic
02/03/2023
How to Stop Being Your Own Worst Critic
Be Your Own Best Friend: 6 Ways to Overcome Self-Criticism - In this podcast episode, I unpack the best ways to conquer the devastating habit of self-criticism through six practices, all while learning to become a friend to yourself and foster more kind and mindful thoughts. Here's what I cover: 1.
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