In this episode of the Core Happiness Podcast, we welcome Julie Hall, a licensed marriage and family therapist, to discuss the deep emotional roots behind repetitive patterns in our daily lives and relationships. Julie shares her journey from the tech industry to becoming a therapist and the personal experiences that catalyzed her career shift. Using a blend of compassion, mindfulness, and trauma-informed therapy, she helps individuals navigate from survival mode to feeling genuinely safe and connected. Listen as we delve into the concept of the 'adaptive child' versus the 'wise adult,' how early family dynamics influence our present behaviors, and the importance of self-compassion. Julie also explores practical steps for nurturing emotional safety in relationships and highlights therapeutic approaches like EMDR and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). Don't miss this insightful conversation packed with valuable insights for achieving emotional well-being and healthier connections.

00:00 Introduction to Adaptive Child

00:34 Welcome to the Core Happiness Podcast

00:52 Meet Julie Hall: From Tech to Therapy

01:46 Julie's Personal Journey with Therapy

08:08 Understanding the Adaptive Child

14:05 The Importance of Self-Compassion

22:14 Navigating Survival Mode and Flow

26:00 Navigating Unfamiliar Emotions

26:38 The Three H's: Help, Hug, or Hear

27:09 Operating from Love vs. Fear

28:31 Practical Steps for Self-Compassion

31:27 Understanding Emotional Safety in Relationships

38:56 Therapeutic Modalities: EMDR and EFT

45:45 Final Takeaway: You Are Worthy of Love

Contact Julie Hall:

• Website: www.juliehalltherapy.com

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES (FREE):

- Core Happiness Website: www.corehappiness.com

- Core Happiness Meditations & Affirmations on Youtube

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In this episode, we explore the feeling of being unfulfilled despite having a seemingly perfect life. If you've ever felt flat, numb, or stuck and wondered why, this episode is for you. Host discusses personal experiences of having it all on the outside but feeling restless inside, and provides insights into why this happens when our lives reflect past choices rather than our present truths. Learn how to identify and address the 'discomfort of disconnection,' and discover tools and strategies to realign your life with who you're becoming, not who you've been.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction: Feeling Stuck Despite Success

00:53 Personal Story: Outgrowing Success

02:49 Understanding the Discomfort of Disconnection

04:27 Steps to Realign with Your Evolving Self

06:58 Exploring New Joys and Interests

07:54 Embracing Change and Secret Desires

09:59 Conclusion: Tools for Realignment

RESOURCES:

• Grab Your FREE Fulfillment Gap Worksheet: https://corehappiness.systeme.io/fulfillment_gap
• Join the Core Return Reset! http://thecorereturn.com/

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES (FREE):

- Core Happiness Website: www.corehappiness.com

FOLLOW US:

- Instagram: @CoreHappiness and @TheClarityConsultant

- Youtube: @CoreHappiness ​

In this episode, we dive deep into how to reconnect with your intuition, stop overthinking, and start making decisions that align with your true self. Discover why your inner voice may feel silent or unreliable and learn practical steps to awaken it. Hear a personal story about overcoming logic-driven decision-making and the pitfalls of people-pleasing, and receive actionable insights into recognizing your body’s intuitive signals.

Download a FREE Intuition Tracker worksheet and explore the 'Core Return Reset' to further strengthen your connection with your inner compass.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction: Trusting Yourself

01:04 Personal Story: Ignoring Intuition

02:18 Understanding Intuition: A Natural Sense

04:42 Reconnecting with Your Inner Voice

06:15 Practical Steps to Trust Your Intuition

08:22 Building Self-Trust Through Action

11:14 Conclusion: Embrace Your Inner Compass

12:03 Resources: Core Return Reset & Intuition Tracker