This is a conversation many of us have avoided for years, but it’s one we can no longer run from.
In this episode, we’re diving deep into the truth about difficult family dynamics; the patterns we inherit, the roles we never asked for, and the wounds we carry into adulthood.
From emotionally unavailable parents to sibling dynamics, cultural expectations, religious trauma, and the unspoken rules families live by… we’re unpacking the things that shaped us long before we had language for them.
If you’ve ever felt like the strong one, the scapegoat, the black sheep, or the forgotten child… this episode will help you understand why these patterns exist and how they show up in your relationships today.
Most importantly, we talk about what healing looks like from boundaries, emotional capacity, and nervous system regulation, to rewriting old narratives and giving yourself the closure you may never receive from others.
This episode is for anyone ready to break cycles, reclaim their voice, and stop carrying emotional assignments that were never theirs to begin with.
Tune in, take a breath, and let’s navigate this together.
You’re not alone on this journey.
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Today's episode is the beginning of something BIG. I’m stepping into a brand-new chapter, one that’s been unfolding behind the scenes for years, and today, I’m finally sharing it with you.
From unexpected pivots to divine redirections, from lived experience to a deeper calling… everything has led to this moment. And now, it’s time for the podcast to evolve right along with me.
In this episode, I reveal a major transformation coming to the show, why this shift is necessary, and how it aligns with the work I’ve been doing individually, spiritually, academically, and in community.
If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to answer a higher calling, expand your assignment, or boldly step into alignment, you’ll feel this one.
Get ready for transparency, excitement, clarity, and a glimpse into the future of this space.
A new season is here… and I want you to experience it with me.
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As we step into Thanksgiving week, many women find themselves carrying invisible emotional weight, saying yes when they want to say no, suppressing their needs to keep the peace, and shrinking themselves to meet expectations.
In this heartfelt episode, Coach Carla guides you through the deeply rooted pattern of self-betrayal and how it often resurfaces during the holiday season.
Whether it's family dynamics, old roles, guilt, or the pressure to show up in ways that no longer reflect your truth, this episode meets you right where you are.
Together, we explore how self-betrayal forms, why it feels familiar, and what it looks like to choose yourself gently, honestly, and without guilt.
Inside this episode, you’ll discover:
- Why the holidays can trigger old wounds, emotional responsibilities, and patterns of self-abandonment.
- How self-betrayal becomes a learned survival response, and how to break that cycle.
- Practical, compassionate ways to honor your voice, boundaries, and emotional well-being.
- Healing reflections to help you navigate Thanksgiving with clarity and peace.
- A powerful reminder that choosing yourself is not selfish, it’s sacred.
This episode is an invitation to reconnect with your truth, protect your peace, and create new patterns rooted in self-honoring instead of self-sacrifice.
If you’ve ever struggled with guilt, people-pleasing, or the pressure to perform during the holidays, this episode will speak to your soul.
In this powerful episode of Woman Heal Podcast, Coach Carla dives deep into the quiet, yet life-shaping narratives we all carry; the ones that tell us we’re not enough, too broken, unworthy, or destined to repeat the same cycles.
These inner lies can shape how we love, lead, and live… unless we learn to challenge and reframe them.
Inside this episode, you’ll discover:
The hidden power your beliefs have over your choices, relationships, and identity.
How toxic narratives form in survival seasons and begin masquerading as truth.
Real examples of common lies we tell ourselves, and how to reframe them with compassion and clarity.
Why observing your thoughts without judgment is one of the strongest tools for emotional healing.
How to break cycles by confronting the thought–emotion–behavior pattern.
Reflection prompts to help you shift your inner dialogue and step into a healthier, grounded version of yourself.
Drawing from her books Therapy Taught Me This and How to Love Yourself When Life Keeps Hurting You, Coach Carla reminds us that healing begins in the mind, but transformation happens when we replace fear-based beliefs with truth, grace, and resilience.
If you’re ready to detox your thoughts, reclaim your identity, and rewrite the narratives that have been holding you hostage, this episode will meet you right where you are.
Want to Go Deeper?Grab your copy of Therapy Taught Me This at CarlaCannonLawrence.com or on Amazon, and learn practical tools to transform your thinking and heal from within.
Tune in, take a deep breath, and remember:
You are not your pain. You are proof that healing is possible.
In this episode of the Woman Heal Podcast, Carla dives deep into the power of detachment and the freedom that comes from releasing what no longer serves your peace. Sometimes, the most loving thing you can do for yourself and others is to let go.
Carla explains that letting go doesn’t mean you don’t care; it means you’re choosing peace over chaos, healing over control, and growth over guilt.
You’ll learn how to practice healthy detachment without shutting down emotionally, how to release people and situations with grace, and how to create space for your next level of wholeness.
💫 Listen in if you’re ready to:
- Break free from emotional attachment
- Set boundaries rooted in love, not fear
- Reclaim your energy and mental clarity
- Learn the art of surrender without losing yourself
🎧 Tune in, take notes, and allow this episode to remind you that letting go isn’t loss, it’s liberation.
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In preparation for the release of her new book, Therapy Taught Me This, Coach Carla decided to share something special with the Woman Heal Podcast community: a sneak peek of one of the exclusive bonus audio lessons that listeners will receive when they preorder the book.
This episode, A Letter to My Weary Soul, is a heartfelt message created to speak directly to those who feel tired, discouraged, or burdened by life’s challenges.
Through therapeutic insight, spiritual wisdom, and gentle encouragement, Carla offers listeners a safe space to pause, breathe, and remember that:
- Rest is not weakness; it’s necessary.
- Purpose still exists, even in seasons of pain.
- Every part of them is worthy of compassion and care.
With her signature blend of warmth and truth, Carla reminds listeners that healing is not only possible; it’s their birthright.
This episode is more than encouragement; it’s a soulful invitation to reconnect with inner strength and believe in the possibility of renewal.
✨Listeners can preorder Therapy Taught Me This and gain access to this audio lesson and other preorder bonuses by visiting Carlacannonlawrence.com.
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In honor of World Mental Health Day, I’m opening up about something I’ve personally battled with- the achievement addiction. For years, I believed my worth was tied to my work. The more I accomplished, the more valuable I felt. But what I didn’t realize was that I was chasing peace in all the wrong places.
In this episode, I share what it really means to heal from overachievement and break free from the pressure to constantly produce.
Together, we’ll unpack how...
- Trauma can disguise itself as ambition
- Our nervous system pays the price for our grind culture
- To redefine success in a way that honors your peace, not just your productivity.
If you’ve ever felt guilty for resting, struggled to slow down, or found yourself wondering who you are without your titles and tasks, this conversation is for you.
Take a deep breath, sis.
You don’t have to prove your worth.
You already are enough.
In this soul-stirring episode, we break down three powerful keys to help you nurture, soothe, and regulate your nervous system, allowing you to experience more peace, presence, and safety in your daily life.
Coach Carla explores how stillness restores safety in the body, why consistency in care is essential for lasting healing, and how genuine connection and community can calm emotional overwhelm.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to step out of survival mode and reconnect with their authentic self.
She also references previous Woman Heal favorites—
- How to Find Your Center
- The R.E.S.E.T. Method
- The 3 R’s to Reclaiming Your Voice
- Overcoming the Inner Battle with Self-Trust
All while reminding listeners that there’s no right or wrong way to listen to Woman Heal Podcast.
✨In this episode, you’ll learn:
· How to create safety in stillness and calm an overactive mind
· The importance of daily nervous system care and self-regulation
· Why healing through community is vital to lasting transformation
Tune in and take a deep breath; this is your invitation to return home to yourself.
Life has a way of pulling us in every direction, leaving us feeling scattered, drained, or disconnected from ourselves.
I know that feeling all too well, which is why I created The C.E.N.T.E.R. Method, a simple acronym you can return to anytime you need grounding and clarity.
In this episode, I’m sharing why I use acronyms in my teachings and coaching work, and how they serve as anchors to keep you steady when life gets overwhelming.
I’ll walk you through each step of CENTER:
Calm
Evaluate
Nurture
Truth
Engage
Release
While blending psychology, real-life examples, and spiritual insight to show you how to apply it in your daily life.
If you’ve been searching for a practical way to come back to yourself and find peace no matter what’s happening around you, this conversation will give you the framework you need to find your center again.
There are moments when emotions hit hard: frustration, sadness, anger, or overwhelm, and instead of clarity, we end up reacting in ways that don’t serve us. I’ve been there, and I know you have too.
That’s why in this episode, I’m introducing you to a simple but powerful tool I created called The R.E.S.E.T. Method for Emotional Clarity.
RESET is an acronym that will help you slow down, tune in, and respond with intention instead of impulse. I’ll walk you through each step:
Recognize
Embrace
Sit
Evaluate
Transform
All while blending psychology, real-life examples, and spiritual truth so you can apply it immediately in your own life.
If you’ve ever felt controlled by your emotions or struggled to process them healthily, this conversation will give you a new framework to find clarity, protect your peace, and take back your power.
Reclaiming my voice has been one of the most powerful parts of my healing journey, and I know so many women can relate.
In this conversation, I’m unpacking why we silence ourselves; how childhood and cultural conditioning taught us to stay quiet, and the spiritual truth about why our voices matter.
I’ll walk you through the 3 R’s to Reclaiming Your Voice:
Recognize
Release
Rebuild
and show you how to apply them in real life, so you can speak your truth with courage. This isn’t just about talking louder; it’s about living authentically and honoring the wisdom God placed inside of you.
If you’ve ever struggled with holding back, shrinking, or second-guessing yourself, this episode will encourage you to reclaim your voice and use it with confidence.
In this episode of Woman Heal Podcast, I’m talking about something I know many of us struggle with… trustingourselves.
Why is it that we find it so easy to second-guess, overthink, or lean on everybody else’s opinion, instead of standing firm in what we already know inside?
I’ll be breaking down the psychological roots of broken self-trust, exploring how our childhood and cultural pressures shape the way we doubt ourselves, and why rebuilding self-trust is crucial for our healing.
I’ll also share real-life examples, spiritual insight, and walk you through my 3-step framework:
Recognize
Release
Rebuild
to help you strengthen your confidence and reconnect with your inner wisdom.
This episode is not just about understanding why we struggle; it’s about learning how to shift. You’ll leave with a reflection prompt to help you start honoring your inner voice again, and I’ll remind you of this simple truth: you can trust yourself, and you don’t have to do it alone.
If you’ve been wrestling with indecision, people-pleasing, or self-doubt, this conversation will equip you to break free and begin building unshakable self-trust.
Have you ever felt like it was too late to start over? Coach Dee Coleman proves it’s never too late. After leaving a high-stress job that nearly cost her health, she rebuilt her life from the inside out by healing generational trauma, embracing her truth, and empowering others to do the same.
In this episode of Woman Heal, I sit down with my special guest, Coach Dee —a powerful self-love strategist, author, and trailblazer in the healing and LGBTQ+ communities.
Together, we discuss what it truly means to manage life, clients, and our own healing journeys while remaining authentic to who we are.
If you’ve ever struggled with hiding your truth, setting boundaries, or believing it’s too late to start over, this conversation will inspire you to lean into authenticity, shift your perspective, and prioritize your well-being.
Be sure to like, comment, and share this video with someone who needs it.
Don’t forget to subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a sacred conversation.
About Coach Dee
Coach Dee Coleman is a self-love strategist, author, and speaker who empowers individuals to heal generational wounds and embrace their authentic selves.
Through her coaching, businesses, and advocacy in the LGBTQ+ community, she equips others to transform pain into power and live unapologetically.
📌 Learn more about Coach Dee: Deetoxlifecoaching.com
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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Calynn Lawrence, a mental health professional, advocate, and founder of the Holistic Healing Source for Marginalized Society.
From being diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) at just fourteen years old to now holding a Master of Science in Management Leadership, and having received her Doctorate in Pastoral Counseling.
Dr. Calynn courageously shares her journey of living with depression, navigating misconceptions, and finding balance through intentional self-care and faith deconstruction.
Together, we unpack the realities of mental health challenges often left unspoken in our communities, especially within marginalized groups.
Dr. Calynn not only shares her personal story but also equips us with resources, strategies, and hope for those who may feel unseen in their healing journey.
If you’ve ever struggled with depression, carried misconceptions about what it should look like, or wondered how faith, leadership, and self-care intersect with mental wellness, this episode will meet you right where you are.
Tune in and discover how healing becomes possible when we embrace honesty, holistic care, and community support.
About Dr. Calynn Lawrence
Dr. Calynn Lawrence is the founder of The Holistic Healing Source for Marginalized Society. Her work bridges critical gaps in healthcare, education, and emotional wellness by aligning faith-based care with evidence-based practices.
Her mission is to create safe spaces for healing and help communities break cycles of poverty, trauma, and incarceration.
Resources Mentioned
CarlaCannonLawrence.com
Holistichealingsource.org
Nami.org
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Healing is beautiful, but it isn’t free. In today's episode, Coach Carla gets real about the hidden costs of the healing journey:
- the loss of relationships
- the discomfort of growth
- the emotional labor
- the courage it takes to face yourself
We’ll explore why so few talk about these sacrifices and how to embrace them as part of your transformation.
If you’ve ever felt like healing was harder than you imagined, this conversation will remind you that the cost is high, but your wholeness is priceless.
There comes a moment when the life you’ve been living no longer fits, when your soul starts craving more depth, more truth, more you.
In this episode, I’m sharing what it takes to evolve into the woman you were always meant to be.
This isn’t about chasing perfection or meeting the world’s expectations; it’s about releasing old versions of yourself, honoring your becoming, and stepping fully into alignment.
If you’ve been feeling the pull to grow beyond your comfort zone, to heal what’s been holding you back, and to walk boldly in your calling, this conversation will give you the clarity, tools, and courage to take the next step.
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Sometimes, before we can move forward, we need to pause, to tune out the noise, reconnect with ourselves, and hear what our soul has been trying to say.
This episode is your invitation to step away from the noise, quiet the chaos, and remember who you are beneath the layers of distraction and expectation.
Together, we’ll journey through lessons that will stir your spirit, soften your heart, and awaken the parts of you that have been waiting to be seen.
If you’ve been feeling distracted, disconnected, or unsureof your next step, this is your reminder that peace is found in presence, and growth is found in what we feed ourselves.
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Welcome back to Woman Heal podcast, a sacred space for women (and those who love them) to unpack pain, reclaim power, and rise with purpose.
Here, we explore real stories, hard truths, and the journey of healing from trauma, toxic theology, broken systems, and broken hearts.
In this featured episode, I sit down with Kristian A. Smith, author of Breaking All the Rules, theologian, and thought leader, for a powerful conversation on faith deconstruction, harmful theology, and the emotional healing process beyond the pulpit.
Together, we unpack his powerful quote: "Bad theology stunts emotional development. The healing process begins here."
We also explore what life, love, and marriage look like between a therapist and a theologian, and how spiritual wellness and emotional growth can (and should) coexist.
✨Subscribe to be part of a growing community that believes healing is possible, purpose is real, and your voice matters.
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In this sacred and soul-nourishing conversation, I sit down with the incredible Dr. Thema Bryant: minister, licensed psychologist, author, and sacred artist, for a deep dive into the intersection of faith, psychology, and purpose.
In this episode, we explore:
* How to heal emotional wounds without abandoning your faith.
*The beauty of integrating therapy and spirituality.
*Why reclaiming your voice and identity is essential to your wholeness.
*How purpose often emerges from our deepest pain.
This episode is for every woman who has ever questioned if she could love God, and go to therapy… if her pain could serve a purpose… or if healing is even possible after trauma.
Spoiler: It absolutely is!
Be sure to like, comment, and share this video with someone who needs it.
Don’t forget to subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a sacred conversation.
📌 Learn more about Dr. Thema: www.drthema.com
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Don't let the pretty face fool you, Nubia Younge is a fighter, world traveler, founder of Black in Tulum, and a courageous woman who opens up about a traumatic encounter with an ex-partner that could have ended her life.
Nubia doesn’t just tell her story; she teaches through it.
While listening to this conversation, together we will unpack:
• The red flags we often overlook when we're hungry for love.
• How emotional manipulation & gaslighting take root.
• The blurred line between passion & danger.
• What it means to choose yourself even when it's painful.
• Her journey of healing, liberation, & reclaiming her power.
This conversation is a powerful reminder not to silence your intuition to feel seen or chosen. Love should never come at the cost of your peace or your safety.
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