Terri Cole is back for her 7th appearance—yes, 7th—to dive into high-functioning codependency and boundaries. Her latest book, Too Much: A Guide to Breaking the Cycle of High-Functioning Codependency, is a game-changer and I am thrilled to welcome Terri back to the show!

Together we unpack the myth of what codependency is—especially for high-achieving women—and give us a clear picture of high-functioning codependency (HFC). We’re talking about things like auto advice-giving and running everyone else’s life at the expense of your sanity.

Terri and I also break down tools such as resentment inventory and the art of detachment (she explains what these are - don’t worry!). And we also talk about boundaries, of course! Specifically how healthy boundaries aren’t about shutting people out; they’re about letting yourself breathe. 

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• What is high-functioning codependency and how does it show up? (6:11)
• Where it all begins: understanding root causes and the need for control (17:38)
• Mastering the art of detachment without losing the connection (23:58)
• The secret to setting boundaries that actually work (27:49)
• Resentment inventory: your tool for spotting burnout and over-giving (33:30)

Resources:

🎉52 Ways to Live a Kick-Ass Life Re-release Celebration – Free PDF and Zoom Coaching Calls!

Terri’s website

Terri’s book

Terri’s HFC Toolkit

Episode 385: How to Be a Boundary Boss with Terri Cole

Book recommendations:

I love a good personal development book, and you do too, right? I’ve compiled a list of book recommendations, as mentioned in past episodes. Check out these amazing book recommendations here. Happy reading!  

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I’m so glad you’re here for this second part of our mini-series on not taking things personally. A couple of weeks ago, in Episode 640, we explored how taking things personally shows up in our lives—whether in work settings, relationships, or daily interactions.

Today, we’re continuing the conversation with actionable strategies to help you shift your perspective and build emotional resilience. Think of these as tools for setting boundaries, reclaiming your narrative, and staying grounded when life feels a little too personal. Let’s dive in!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Recognizing Your Personal Stories: Learn how to identify and reframe the assumptions and beliefs that might be causing unnecessary emotional reactions.
• Building Emotional Space: Discover simple breathing and visualization techniques to create mental distance and regain control over your reactions.
• Strengthening Self-Worth: Find out how tools like mantras, affirmations, and reflective practices can help you fortify your sense of self
• Shifting Perspective: Explore creative ways to step outside of your immediate emotions and see situations from a neutral or detached point of view.
• Celebrating Your Growth: See why reflecting on small wins can create big shifts in how you respond to challenging situations over time.

Taking things less personally isn’t about suppressing your emotions or excusing poor behavior—it’s about choosing how you want to respond. By consistently practicing these tools, you’ll build stronger emotional resilience and reclaim the narrative around your experiences.

If this resonates with you, be sure to check out Part 1 (Episode 640) for more insights and context. And if you’re ready to go deeper into this kind of work, let’s connect! My next Daring Way Retreat is open for registration at andreaowen.com/retreat.

Resources from this episode:

Minisode on Not Taking Things Personally, Part 1

Daring Way retreat (book a call with me!) 

Book recommendations:

I love a good personal development book, and you do too, right? I’ve compiled a list of book recommendations, as mentioned in past episodes. Check out these amazing book recommendations here. Happy reading!  

MSN is supported by:

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I’m bringing back an amazing conversation with Jessica Graham, a spiritual and sexual activist, author, meditation teacher, and sex and intimacy guide. Jessica isn’t just a guest—I had the privilege of working with her as my coach during a deeply transformative chapter in my personal growth and healing. This episode highlights her dedication to helping others explore and heal their relationship with sexuality. 

In this episode, we talked about shame, the messaging we received as children about sex and sexuality, and what that all means. We also spoke about the common struggle women face when it comes to their feelings about sex. Plus, Jessica shared how the combination of affirmation and mindfulness can help with sex and intimacy. I hope our conversation will encourage you to explore inner work around your sexuality and spiritual awakening. 

In this episode you’ll hear:

• How Jessica is a sex coach who is more than a sex coach (14:35)
• Sexuality inventory: what it is and what’s the purpose (25:11)
• The most common struggle women face around sexuality (31:27)
• Why self-compassion is so important to any kind of personal development work (48:04)

Resources mentioned in this episode:

🎉52 Ways to Live a Kick-Ass Life Re-release Celebration - Free PDF and Zoom Calls!

Jessica’s website

Jessica’s book, Good Sex: Getting Off without Checking Out

Book recommendations:

I love a good personal development book, and you do too, right? I’ve compiled a list of book recommendations, as mentioned in past episodes. Check out these amazing book recommendations here. Happy reading!  

MSN is supported by:

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We’re diving into the art of creating deeper intimacy with guest Magda Kay! Magda is an intimacy expert, Tantra teacher, and conscious relating coach dedicated to helping people connect with their deepest desires and experience transformative intimacy.

“Sex and intimacy are not the same,” Magda shares. For her, intimacy is about the depth of human experience—how fully you engage with yourself and the world around you. In this episode, we explore ways to connect with your inner self, honor your needs, and cultivate intimacy in your relationships. Plus, we unpack the practice of Tantra and how embracing your full sensuality can transform your life.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Are sex and intimacy the same? Sex is something you do - intimacy is how you do it. (4:42)
• Access your deepest desires and be more intimate - but, where do you even start? (8:24)
• Magda explains what she calls power centers and how they help you connect to your inner self and honor your needs (10:32)
• The most common mistakes people make when losing relationships or experiencing their end (16:11)
• Tantra: what it actually is and how sex is just a small part of the practice (23:22)
• How to embrace your sensuality and intimacy fully (39:36)
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Resources:

✨ Early Bird Registration for the Daring Way Retreat opens on Friday, November 29th!

Magda’s website

Magda on Instagram

No Bad Parts (book)

Episode 327: Harnessing the Power of Womanly Arts with Mama Gena

Book recommendations:

I love a good personal development book, and you do too, right? I’ve compiled a list of book recommendations, as mentioned in past episodes. Check out these amazing book recommendations here. Happy reading!  

MSN is supported by:

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Episode link:

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Are the conversations you have with yourself empowering or defeating? We’re diving back into one of my favorite topics - the inner critic - with guest Joanna Kleinman. Joanna is a psychotherapist, leadership coach, and best-selling author who has dedicated her career to helping people unhook from the negative self-talk holding them back. Through her M.I.N.D Method™, she offers a clear path to recognize, dethrone, and ultimately transform your inner critic’s influence.

Together, we explore how self-compassion, personal growth, and trusting your inner wisdom can help you break free from the mental loops that keep you stuck. 

You’ll hear:

• Why you can never really break free from your inner critic, you can recognize it and dethrone it (5:05)
• Some of the biggest misconceptions people have about what it takes to cultivate true self-compassion (14:14)
• The idea that “our pain is our greatest teacher” and what it means for your growth (14:46)
• Practical ways to unhook from your inner critic with the M.I.N.D Method™ (17:32)
• What happens when you learn to trust your inner wisdom and embrace the natural flow of life (29:37)

Resources:

Coaching with Andrea

Joanna’s website

Joanna’s book

When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times, Pema Chodron

Book recommendations:

I love a good personal development book, and you do too, right? I’ve compiled a list of book recommendations, as mentioned in past episodes. Check out these amazing book recommendations here. Happy reading!  

MSN is supported by:

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Episode link:

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Another minisode for you! This week, I’m diving into the habit of taking things personally—something I’ve covered in my book How to Stop Feeling Like Shit. This is part one of a two-part series, where I focus on how we tend to internalize feedback, silence, rejection, and even others’ successes as reflections of our own worth. Taking things personally can chip away at our self-worth and confidence over time and lead us down a path of shame. So in this episode, I talk about why awareness is the first step in breaking these patterns.

I also discuss why the advice to "just stop taking things personally" often doesn’t help. It’s so much more nuanced than that, and this work is unique to each person. So today, I’m identifying 10 specific ways we commonly make things personal—even when they aren’t.

What you’ll hear in this minisode: 

• Why self-awareness is key to understanding personal triggers
• How we assume criticism means "I’m not good enough"
• Taking silence or short responses as signs of rejection
• Overinterpreting others’ moods as something about us
• Comparing ourselves to others’ praise or successes
• Feeling rejected when others set boundaries
• The impact of social media comparisons

I hope this episode brings some clarity on ways you might be personalizing situations that don’t actually reflect on you. Next time, I’ll be diving into practical solutions for letting go of this habit. Thanks for listening, and remember—our life's journey is to make ourselves better humans, and our responsibility is to make the world a better place. See you in part two!

Resources from this episode: 

Daring Way Retreat is opening SOON! 

How to Stop Feeling Like Shit

Book recommendations:

I love a good personal development book, and you do too, right? I’ve compiled a list of book recommendations, as mentioned in past episodes. Check out these amazing book recommendations here. Happy reading!  

MSN is supported by:

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Episode link:

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We’re flipping the script this week! Past guest Hunter Clarke-Fields interviews me on how to develop shame resilience and break free from the shame-driven cycles we often pass on to our kids. Originally aired on The Mindful Parenting Podcast, this conversation dives into the work of handling shame, building self-compassion, and modeling emotional resilience for our children. 

We also touch on ways to create boundaries, make peace with people-pleasing, and teach kids to navigate their emotions with empathy. I hope you enjoy this special crossover episode, where Hunter’s thoughtful questions bring out new perspectives.

You’ll hear:

• Shame resilience—why it’s essential in parenting and personal growth (4:36)
• How to recognize and shift out of people-pleasing patterns (25:12)
• Defining healthy boundaries and why they matter (27:34)
• Teaching emotional resilience and empathy to kids without shame (35:37)
• Why 'giving zero Fs' is harming us (41:43)
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Resources:

Early bird registration for the Daring Way Retreat opens soon - sign up for the interest list for more information!

Episode 604: Reparenting and Mindful Parenting with Hunter Clarke-Fields

Book recommendations:

I love a good personal development book, and you do too, right? I’ve compiled a list of book recommendations, as mentioned in past episodes. Check out these amazing book recommendations here. Happy reading!  

MSN is supported by:

We love the sponsors that make our show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: andreaowen.com/sponsors/

Episode link:

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We're re-airing an episode with one of my favorite guests - Charlie Gilkey! Charlie offers valuable insights that apply to anyone looking to get more done, whether you're a business owner or simply navigating the demands of everyday life. Who doesn’t want to be more productive? Am I right? 

As a sought-after advisor and speaker, Charlie shares his wisdom on overcoming overwhelm and overload, why we tend to neglect self-care, and practical time-blocking strategies to boost productivity. Listen in as we revisit our conversation on the behaviors that sabotage productivity, how to handle those “WTF” moments, and the importance of staying present.

You’ll hear:

• Combatting overwhelm by looking at your ‘overload’ (5:04)
• Time blocking and how it can be used to help us be more productive (6:02)
• Illuminating “invisible tasks”, such as turning off the lights or cleaning up after your family (9:05)
• Why self-care is typically last on our to-do list and the first to get pushed off (12:55)
• Courage, boundaries, and discipline; how they relate to each other (21:59)

Resources:

✨ Get coached on the podcast for free – apply here!

Charlie’s website

Time Blocking Resources and Scheduler

Andrea on Charlie’s Podcast, Productive Flourishing

Book recommendations:

I love a good personal development book, and you do too, right? I’ve compiled a list of book recommendations, as mentioned in past episodes. Check out these amazing book recommendations here. Happy reading!  

MSN is supported by:

We love the sponsors that make our show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: andreaowen.com/sponsors/

Episode link:

http://andreaowen.com/638

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Building self-trust can feel like a monumental task, especially if you’ve been second-guessing yourself or holding back from taking real action. In today’s episode, I’m sharing a simple, no-fluff process to strengthen your trust in yourself and create a foundation you can rely on. It’s about moving from self-doubt to solid self-belief, step by step.

We’ll walk through five powerful practices to help you connect to your inner confidence and self-trust. I’m also breaking down the BRAVING acronym to give you a framework for building trust with yourself as you navigate life’s challenges. Whether you’re feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, or just unsure of your next move, these steps will help you get grounded and reconnect with your own inner guidance.

Key Takeaways from this minisode:

• Embracing Self-Reflection: I share the importance of checking in with ourselves regularly to understand how our inner dialogue might be affecting our confidence.
• The Role of Boundaries in Self-Trust: Establishing boundaries—especially in areas where we tend to people-please—plays a huge part in reinforcing our trust in ourselves.
• Commitment to Small Steps: Building self-trust doesn’t require a major life overhaul; it’s about committing to small, daily actions that remind us of our capability.
• Recognizing Self-Doubt Patterns: I discuss common patterns that sabotage self-trust, like overthinking and perfectionism, and how to start letting them go.
• Reinforcing Self-Trust Through Accountability: Sharing our intentions with others can be a powerful motivator and builds trust in ourselves to follow through.

Building self-trust doesn’t have to be overwhelming. It’s often the result of small, steady actions that add up over time. Using the BRAVING acronym is a powerful tool to remind yourself of how to nurture that trust, even when things feel uncertain. Remember, this journey is about honoring your own worth—keep choosing yourself, one step at a time.

Resources from this episode:

Get coached on the podcast – apply here!

Brené’s episode on trust

Braving acronym PDF

Getting Damn Good at Life

Book recommendations:

I love a good personal development book, and you do too, right? I’ve compiled a list of book recommendations, as mentioned in past episodes. Check out these amazing book recommendations here. Happy reading!  

MSN is supported by:

We love the sponsors that make our show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: andreaowen.com/sponsors/

Episode link:

http://andreaowen.com/637

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I have another re-broadcast episode for you. It is one of my most listened-to episodes. Shannon Kaiser is the wisest, compassionate human - so I am not surprised! Sharon is the bestselling author of five books on the psychology of happiness and fulfillment, including the #1 bestseller, The Self-Love Experiment and Adventures for Your Soul. Her book, Joy Seeker: Let Go of What's Holding You Back So You Can Live the Life You Were Made For, is available this week!  It is always a pleasure to talk to this amazing lady. 

Today we talk about joy, spirituality, and authentic living. As you will hear, the underlying message to our conversation is, permitting yourself to do the things you’ve always wanted to do. We talk about how women can work to trust and believe in themselves, how to live more authentically, and how to speak your truth. As Shannon said so perfectly during our time together, “It all comes back to living your life from a place of integrity, a place of truth, and a place of honesty; that is the true joy.”

You’ll hear:

• What led Shannon to write Joy Seeker and how her experiences appear throughout it (5:01)
• Ask yourself, “What have you always wanted to do but have not given yourself permission to do?” (6:57)
• How women can work to trust and believe in themselves and how we can follow our hearts and our dreams; plus ask yourself, “What dream keeps coming back to you?” (9:04)
• Being in gratitude and exploring gratitude practices (28:53)
• How losing what you love most can help you find what you need and honoring your grief (31:35)
• Letting go of who you think you're supposed to be so you can be who you’re meant to be (36:05)

Resources:

✨ Get coached on the podcast for free - apply here!

Shannon’s website

Shannon’s new book

Episode 165: The Self-Love Experiment with Shannon Kaiser

Book recommendations:

I love a good personal development book, and you do too, right? I’ve compiled a list of book recommendations, as mentioned in past episodes. Check out these amazing book recommendations here. Happy reading!  

MSN is supported by:

We love the sponsors that make our show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: andreaowen.com/sponsors/

Episode link:

http://andreaowen.com/636

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Ready to tap into your Big Energy and find out why it's the most important edge you have? Erin King, a motivational speaker, bestselling author, and expert in personal energy management, is back with actionable strategies to help you manage your energy and show up as your best self. With Erin's guidance, you'll learn how to power through less and power up more.

“Energy never lies—it’s the last truth-teller we can trust.” In this episode, Erin shows us that Big Energy isn’t about being the loudest or the one with the most hustle—it’s about finding your strength, owning it, and showing up at your best. She walks us through how to find your energy type and then tap into it. She also shares why it’s not about making big life changes, but instead tuning into your intuition, and making small, manageable changes that stick.

You’ll hear:

• Unlocking Your Big Energy with Erin's tips on creating those "at your best" moments instead of waiting for them (4:43)
• Discovering the five key energy types and how to find yours (11:53)
• How to balance being bold and confident without coming off as “too much” (14:54)
• Big Energy is not about how loud you are, how bossy, or how much you hustle (24:15)
• Becoming a Big Energy Being by focusing on what you can control and letting go of the rest (26:32)
• Exploring the emotional side of Big Energy and how your feelings fuel your vibe (31:34)

Resources:

Sign up for early notification for the next Daring Way™ retreat

Erin’s website

The Energy Exam

Erin on Instagram @mrs.erin.king

Book recommendations:

I love a good personal development book, and you do too, right? I’ve compiled a list of book recommendations, as mentioned in past episodes. Check out these amazing book recommendations here. Happy reading!  

MSN is supported by:

We love the sponsors that make our show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: andreaowen.com/sponsors/

Episode link:

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