This Keeps Happening with Vienna Pharaon

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Why would I ever tell someone what I need? That’s letting them know your weakness

Today I’m speaking with Michelle, that’s her alias. She’s an open book, but she struggles to trust others. She can create the illusion of connection for others, but then shuts her own pain down. She does this to protect and manage the emotional experience of others. She tragically lost her father at 14 and dealt with self blame, which often shows up as failure for not being who people needed her to be. It’s so common to find ways to disconnect or distract away from our hurt. Have you ever distracted away from what needs tending to? 

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  Named: Mark Groves and Kylie McBeath on breaking up and coming back togeth…

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  Navigating boundaries with an aging parent

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  I'm struggling to set boundaries with my mom

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  Named: Tracy G on re-learning to trust yourself

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  I made a big sacrifice. Now I’m worried I’ve lost myself

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  Named: Kaitlyn Bristowe on her journey to self-acceptance

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  I cheated and can’t forgive myself

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  I feel misunderstood in my relationships

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  Named: Connor Beaton on the practice of becoming an honest man

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  I'm scared of getting divorced again

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  I feel like I have to be perfect in order to be loved

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  I wish my relationship with my mom was different

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  I’m scared of my partner leaving me

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  How to not lose yourself when you’re in a relationship

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  Taking a break for the holidays

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  You can be messy and still be loved