#12: When Trauma Shuts You Down in Relationships

#13: Identifying Your Feelings (With an Intimacy Disorder): Determining how we feel is vital to showing up for ourselves with self-love, showing up as our own person in relationships, and getting what we need. But it can be hard to get in touch with our feelings if we have spent years suppressing them or... by Black Girls Heal

32 min listen

#22: 3 Traps We Fall Into When Forgiving Others: In this episode, we do a quick breakdown of the importance of forgiveness for our healing process. We also dig into 3 traps we fall into when forgiving others. My Year of Me Challenge Join here--> Take Our Free Masterclass: FREE DOWNLOAD GET... by Black Girls Heal

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#7: When It's Hard to Let Go of a Relationship: Sometimes, even when you know it's time to end a relationship, it's hard to let go. In this episode, Shena digs into 3 reasons it's hard to let go, how this sets you back, and some next steps you can take to move forward. Take Our Free... by Black Girls Heal

23 min listen

#2: Why You Can't Control Them...: Often times, we're stuck in unhealthy relationship cycles because we think we can control others. This episode, we'll talk about why this may happen and some examples that commonly occur. Have a question for the podcast? Ask it... by Black Girls Heal

32 min listen

#5: What is an Intimacy Disorder? - All About Love Addiction, Love Avoidance: We talk about two of the ways that our unhealthy attachment can play out in relationships - love addiction and love avoidance. These intimacy disorders play out in predictable patterns that are possible to break by doing our own internal work.... by Black Girls Heal

31 min listen

#1: 5 Reasons Why Intimacy is So Hard: If you have a problem getting close to others or letting others in, this is the episode for you. We discuss 5 reasons why intimacy can be so hard, even when it's what we truly want. Have a question for the podcast? Ask it... by Black Girls Heal

35 min listen

#10: 3 Ways to Know It's Time to End a Relationship (Summer Reset): Let's get the second half of your year (or whenever you are listening to this podcast) in gear by knowing if it's time for your relationship to come to a pause or keep it going. Listen for 3 key signs to know whether to keep going or possibly... by Black Girls Heal

47 min listen

#9: Avoiding a Victim Mentality in Relationships: In this episode, we talk about what is a victim mentality, how might it show up in relationships, and what to do about it! Take Our Free Masterclass: -- GET STARTED CHANGING YOUR RELATIONSHIPS Join the Learn to THRIVE group coaching... by Black Girls Heal

37 min listen

#11: When Living in Your Head Soothes You: Fantasy and living in our heads are fancy coping mechanisms that keep us emotionally safe but also keeps us stuck. In this episode, we break down what fantasy may look like in your everyday life, how it keeps you from the life you want, and a... by Black Girls Heal

23 min listen

#4: Coping with Anger from Your Past: This week, we did into how old anger can negatively affect our self-image, relationships with others, and impact unhealthy coping mechanisms. We talk about the different "faces" of anger, some of the underlying emotions, and the best first... by Black Girls Heal

19 min listen

#15: Is it Time to Go Back to Therapy?: So you've been to therapy before and you're wondering if maybe you need to go back? This episode will help you determine if so and give some advice to surpass the mindset blocks keeping you away. Take Our Free Masterclass: FREE DOWNLOAD ... by Black Girls Heal

35 min listen

#35: Sex as an Attachment Issue: If you've struggled with some issues with regards to your sexuality and sex life, it may be based on your attachment and unresolved trauma. I talk about the ways I've seen it show up in women here. CONNECT WITH US... by Black Girls Heal

44 min listen

#16: Healing Codependency: In this episode, we dig into what is codependency, where does it come from, and what you can do to unlearn it. We also spend time talking about what it looks like when we encourage people to be codependent on us and next steps we can take with them as... by Black Girls Heal

36 min listen

#20: When It's Hard to Let Go - Q&A: In this special episode, we take a listen to the Q&A about podcast episode #4 - When It's Hard to Let Go. In this episode, we cover boundaries and how to create healthy space in family, romantic, and friend relationships. Sign up for the... by Black Girls Heal

35 min listen

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#8: Letting Others In (The How To's & Roadblocks): Letting others in is hard. We can be afraid of being hurt, let down, or made to look foolish. It's also hard to determine who are the right people to let in, if any at all. In this episode, we dig into what gets in the way of letting others in, how... by Black Girls Heal

21 min listen

#3: 3 Blocks to Inner Healing: This week, we're digging all into inner healing! In this episode, Shena discusses 3 blocks that get in the way and gives you one tool to use when you're feeling frustrated and overwhelmed to bring you back to a place of calm. SIGN... by Black Girls Heal

25 min listen

#14: 3 Things Avoidants Can Do To Make Their Lives Better: In this episode, we go over what is love avoidance, how it looks in relationships, and 3 things you can do to unlearn it and improve your connection to others and yourself today. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Take Our Free Masterclass: FREE... by Black Girls Heal

58 min listen

[NEW!] Welcome to Black Girls Heal!: Welcome to Black Girls Heal where we help women break the cycle of unhealthy and unfulfilling relationships and feeling not enough to get the love they want, need, and most importantly deserve. We do this by helping you heal on both the inside AND the... by Black Girls Heal

22 min listen

#23: The Importance of Self Forgiveness: Forgiveness isn't just something we do for and with other people. Forgiveness is a critical part of self healing and recovery. We did into different facets of it today. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEMy Year of Me Challenge – Take Our Free... by Black Girls Heal

27 min listen

#18: 4 Things That Are Blocking You From Change: Are you ready for change? In this two-part series, we get into 4 mindsets that may be blocking you from change. Take Our Free Masterclass: FREE DOWNLOAD HEAL THE ROOTS OF YOUR MONEY ISSUES GET STARTED CHANGING YOUR RELATIONSHIPS Join... by Black Girls Heal

32 min listen

#17: What is Withdrawal?: Ever wonder what that deep, painful feeling is that happens after you break up as a love addict? Ever feel that it hits you differently than others and you wonder why? Well, you're not imagining it. It's called withdrawal, and you can get... by Black Girls Heal

41 min listen

#12: When Trauma Shuts You Down in Relationships: Unresolved trauma gets stuck in your body and not only will affect you individually (mentally, emotionally, spiritually, physically), but also in your relationships as well. In this episode, we dig into how it may look. Take Our... by Black Girls Heal

23 min listen

#6: 3 Ways to Choose People Who Won't Burn You, Disappoint You, or Hurt You: In this episode, I give you three ways to ensure you are not choosing people who may end up hurting you down the road. We talk about learning from previous lessons, paying attention to your inner voice, and not being bogged down by guilt! Take a... by Black Girls Heal

20 min listen

#25: False Intimacy: Do you move quickly too soon in relationships? Ever wonder why? Take a listen to this episode to pause, regroup, and learn how to build intimacy in a healthy way. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEMy Year of Me Challenge – Take Our Free Masterclass: ... by Black Girls Heal

28 min listen

#21: Manifestation & MIndset: In this episode, we get into how manifestation is connected to your inner healing. Join Us at the Retreat! Take Our Free Masterclass: FREE DOWNLOAD GET STARTED CHANGING YOUR RELATIONSHIPS Join the Learn to THRIVE group coaching program and... by Black Girls Heal

37 min listen

#66: Changing and Learning New Lessons: In our life, we are GOING to change, and we have to adjust with those transitions along with learn the lessons that stage is trying to teach us. We dig into this concept more along with practicing humility and owning your power. ... by Black Girls Heal

30 min listen

#29: My Top 2 (Conflict) Communication Tips: In time for the holiday season, I'm sharing my top two communication tips to help you share what you're feeling and avoid escalating conflict. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Take Our Free Masterclass: FREE DOWNLOAD GET STARTED CHANGING YOUR RELATIONSHIPS... by Black Girls Heal

25 min listen

#49: 3 Ways to Maintain a Healthy Relationship: So you have a relationship and you want to make sure you do your part to keep it healthy even though you struggle with an intimacy disorder? Awesome! Let's talk about how. We dig into that and 3 ways to keep ownership of your own healing. The... by Black Girls Heal

26 min listen

#22: Building Self Compassion with Sarah Suzuki: In this episode, Sarah Suzuki of breaks down what it means to build self compassion. She gives us practical tips on working through our shame cycles and how to practice self love. Take Our Free Masterclass: FREE DOWNLOAD GET STARTED... by Black Girls Heal

40 min listen

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