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Life Happens with Barb and Michelle is your guide to navigating the twists, turns, and beautifully messy moments of life. Hosted by Barb and Michelle, a dynamic mother-daughter duo and the Co-Founders of Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life®, this podcast dives into the growth, shifts, and self-discovery that define our journeys. Together, they explore what it truly means to live authentically, strengthen mental health, embrace change, and rise after every stumble. Tune in for heartfelt conversations ...
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207 - Unravel Your Mind: Meditation Made Easy with Mindfulness Experts Jeff Warren and Tasha Schumann
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1:02:54Improve your mental health with Barb & Michelle through practical mindfulness, meditation, and real talks with experts Jeff Warren and Tasha Schumann. from the Mind-Bod Adventure Pod. Build ease, trust, and lasting calm—one breath at a time. In this episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, mindfulness experts Jeff Warren and Tasha Schumann joi…
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206 - Questions that Matter, Answers that Empower – Building Resilience & Overcoming Self-Doubt
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35:13Watch this episode on youtube: https://youtu.be/muPF0ZIbk1U Ready to quiet the self-doubt, and finally put yourself first? In this episode, we’re answering your questions about building resilience, practicing real self-care, and taking control of your mental health — even when life feels heavy. ✨ Pre-order Dear Friend to receive daily doses of clar…
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205 - Unlearning Generational Trauma: Breaking the Cycle and Moving Beyond Survival Mode
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56:43Discover how to break generational cycles and heal from trauma by stepping out of survival mode ⬇️ ✨ Pre-order Dear Friend and unlock daily moments of clarity, encouragement, and heartfelt inspiration. 💌 ⟶ thedearfriendbook.com In this episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we’re diving deep into generational trauma, toxic family dynamics, a…
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Focusing: A Practice of Presence & Listening | Serge Prengel
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54:43This week, we’re in conversation with therapist and longtime Focusing teacher Serge Prengel about the transformative power of slowing down and listening from the body. Serge is one of those rare people who seem to live from a deeper layer of presence. His work blends Focusing, Somatic Experiencing, Core Energetics, and Polyvagal Theory to support r…
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204 - Loneliness in the Age of Connection – Why Social Media Isn't Helping
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43:30Explore the emotional and mental health impact of loneliness in the digital age ⬇️ ✨ Never miss an episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle ✨ ⟶ Subscribe to our channel here: www.youtube.com/@LifeHappensThePodcast Did you know that loneliness can have the same impact on our mortality as smoking 15 cigarettes a day? According to the U.S. Surg…
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203 - Why Your Relationships Aren’t Working (And How Hard Conversations Can Help)
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48:35✨ Watch our episodes on YouTube! ✨ ⟶ Subscribe to our channel here: @LifeHappensThePodcast With 1 in 4 people estranged from a family member, it’s clear there’s a crisis in connection—one we don’t talk about enough. What happens when communication breaks down, when misunderstandings pile up, and when silence becomes the only way we know how to cope…
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202 - Grief Isn’t Linear– How to Navigate Loss and Feel Your Feelings (Without a Timeline)
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53:37✨ WATCH ON VIDEO✨ ⟶ Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: @LifeHappensThePodcast This week on Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, we’re opening up about our personal journeys with grief and how we’ve supported each other through loss as mother and daughter. We’re sharing the lessons we’ve learned, the ways we’ve found resilience, and the love tha…
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Releasing Trauma with EFT Tapping | Mirjam Paninski
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54:19This week on the Mind Bod Adventure Pod, we get our somatic groove on with tapping wizard and trauma therapist Mirjam Paninski. Miriam guides us into the world of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)—a deceptively simple practice where tapping acupressure points while speaking truth can open up big shifts in the body, mind, and heart. It’s part therap…
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201 - Releasing Control and Embracing Imperfection | Tackling Life’s Challenges as a Mother-Daughter Duo
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36:07✨We’re on YouTube✨⟶ Watch our episodes here: @lifehappensthepodcast After three incredible years of Barb Knows Best, we’re excited to evolve and relaunch as Life Happens Podcast—where we dive deeper into navigating life's ups and downs through the lens of our unique mother-daughter dynamic. In our debut episode, we’re reflecting on the evolution of…
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Life Happens with Barb & Michelle - New Name, Same Us
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0:42We're back — with a new name, a fresh look, and a brand-new video podcast 💚 but the heart of our show stays the same: real, personal, and empowering conversations between a mother and daughter. Why Life Happens? Because life isn't linear. It's full of twists, turns, unexpected lessons, and beautifully messy moments. We're here to talk through all o…
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Beyond “Normal”: Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapy | Joel Schwartz
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53:47This week on the Mind Bod Adventure Pod, we sit down with Dr. Joel Schwartz, a psychologist and one of the early architects of the Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapy movement. Joel is known for speaking truth to systems that pathologize difference — and for offering a way of working with our minds that’s healing, joyful, and radically humane. In this…
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Ep. 164 - Stepping into Change & Cultivating Resilience
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57:40Exciting news! Barb Knows Best is evolving! To celebrate this new chapter, Barb and Michelle share one of their all-time favorite episodes from Barb Knows Best. In this episode, Barb and Michelle talk about the one trait they're both working on cultivating this year (and honestly… every year): resilience. This conversation meant so much to them—it …
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Ep. 163 - Navigating Difficult Dynamics While Staying True to Yourself
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52:01Have you heard of emotional monitoring? It’s when you anticipate and accommodate other people’s emotions at the expense of your own. This might look like constantly wondering if someone is mad at you or checking in excessively to make sure they’re okay. Over time, this hypervigilance can be exhausting. This week, Barb shares her experience of divor…
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Learning to Relate with James-Olivia Chu Hillman
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1:02:45This week, we sit down with relational facilitator James-Olivia Chu Hillman, whose teachings on radical responsibility, integrity, and unconditional positive regard are already shifting how Jeff shows up in relationship… and how Tasha tries not to ghost people who annoy her. 😅 Together, we explore: * The four core skills of relating well * why bein…
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Ep. 162 - Stop Apologizing for Who You Are
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54:53On this week's brand-new episode, Barb and Michelle are encouraging you to stop apologizing. In this vulnerable conversation, they discuss their personal practices of noticing the instinct to over-apologize or even apologize when not warranted, and how that affects confidence, clarity, and self-esteem. They also share how they've been overcoming th…
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Ep. 161 - Embracing the Strength and Power of Women
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59:26In this week's all new episode, in celebration of Women's History Month, Barb and Michelle dedicate this episode to YOU—to all women. They unpack the struggles women face daily—from the impossibly high expectations to the ongoing battle for equality. If you’ve ever felt like you were too much, too little, or simply not enough, this episode is for y…
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The Science of Happiness with Axel Bouchon
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43:36What if happiness wasn’t just a feeling but something you could train and reinforce? This week on MindBod AdventurePod, we sit down with Dr. Axel Bouchon, a neuroscientist and biotech entrepreneur who spent 20 years searching for a cure for depression—only to realize he’d been asking the wrong question. Instead of curing sadness, he discovered the …
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Ep. 160 - How We Rebuild Trust & Rise Above Betrayal
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1:02:43This week, in an all-new episode of Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle dive deep into the painful reality of betrayal. Through sharing personal stories, you'll learn how they healed from broken trust, and, most importantly, how they reclaimed their power in its aftermath. Here are some key takeaways from today’s episode: Awareness: Recognize when t…
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Ep. 159 - Breaking Free From Codependency
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59:12This week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle honor the memory of Melody Beattie, a teacher and guide who profoundly impacted so many. Her wisdom, shared through her books and teachings, is a beacon. In this revisited episode, Barb and Michelle reflect on one of her most influential works, Codependent No More, and discuss how it helped them relea…
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The Heart of Patience & Courage with Oren Jay Sofer
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51:15What if the secret sauce to navigating the world isn’t hustling harder, fixing yourself, or achieving inner peace like it’s an item on your to-do list—but something way simpler and right under your nose? This week on the Mind Bod Pod, we sit down with Oren Jay Sofer, a meditation teacher, communication wizard, and all-around wise human, to talk abo…
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Ep. 158 - Stop Settling: Step Into the Life You Deserve
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54:56In this week's all-new episode, Barb and Michelle tackle the tricky and subtle dynamic of settling. They share their personal perspectives on shifting their mindsets from settling to fully owning it. They share personal struggles with breaking free from self-doubt, elevating standards, and trusting that the right things will come at the right time.…
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EP. 157 - Redefining the True Essence of Love
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53:35In the spirit of Valentine's Day, this week, Barb and Michelle take this holiday of love as reminder that real love comes in many forms. Some years, this day feels joyful and full of connection, while others, it may stir up longing or reflection. No matter where you are in your journey, one thing remains true: love isn’t limited to romance. It exis…
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Ep. 156 - Disrespect and Difficult People
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56:43Have you noticed that kindness, understanding, and patience feel harder to come by these days? You’re not alone! In a world that feels increasingly tense and on edge, it can be challenging to navigate interactions with difficult people while staying true to your own sense of peace. In this week's episode, Barb and Michelle dive into an important co…
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Core Energetics & Human Design with Angela Ai
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55:40In this episode, we remix therapy and healing with Angela Ai, a syncretic teacher practitioner of Core Energetics, Radical Aliveness, and Human Design. What the heck are these modalities? Good question! In a nutshell: they’re different ways to get insight into — and intuitive contact with— the human experience. Into our internal patterns, our relat…
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Ep. 155 - Revisiting Ep. 47: Choosing Peace Amid Drama
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57:03This week, Barb and Michelle invite you to revisit a past episode with a timely message of managing difficult times and finding peace amid drama. Barb and Michelle unpack a quote that has been simmering in their minds, “Please let go of the habit of comforting people after they have harmed you” by Liana Naima. It’s easy for many of us to go into pe…
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EP. 154 - The Struggle of Not Being Your Best Self
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50:50In this week's episode of Barb Knows Best, Barb shares a personal experience of acting out of alignment in the heat of the moment. Facing self-criticism and judgment, Barb walks us through her healing and acceptance process, as well as provides practical tips to help prevent future triggers and unnecessary outbursts. This episode serves as a remind…
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Ayahuasca & Spiritual Care with Celina De Leon
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52:00This week, we go deep into the spiritual heart of psychedelics with Celina de Leon, founder of the Circle of Sacred Nature Church, and adjunct faculty at the Graduate Theological Union. Celina has spent 20 years working with ayahuasca – or yagé, as it’s known in the Kamentsa indigenous community of Colombia, her root lineage. We talk about the cont…
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EP. 153 - The Power of Showing Up: Community Care in Tough Times
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53:03In this week's episode, Barb and Michelle reflect on the devastating California wildfires, highlighting the deep pain and loss so many are experiencing right now. In moments like these, the strength of our communities and the care we offer one another becomes not just important but essential. Nakita Valerie’s words ring especially true: “Shouting ‘…
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Ep. 152 - Surviving the Season: Practical Tips for Managing Seasonal Depression
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56:56This week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle explore how to navigate the transition into the new year with compassion and care. Rather than diving headfirst into the hustle of achieving every resolution, they’re encouraging you to embrace slowness, self-care, and reflection during this first month of 2025. Join them as they share their personal …
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Cara Lai is awesome. That’s the first thing to say. She is humble and real and willing to explore a heated topic without having any easy prepared answers. Backtrack! Cara is a dharma teacher, artist, Mom and former therapist. These days she mostly teaches meditation retreats and a fun online drop-in class called “Meditate Your Face Off!” (Jeff: Be …
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Ep. 151 - New Year, New Mindset: Embracing Intentions Over Resolutions
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45:10Happy New Year! This week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle dive into the transformative practice of intention setting. Take a moment to reflect: how often have you truly followed through on a New Year’s resolution? While many of us start the year eager to grow and thrive, studies show that only 1% of resolutions stick for the entire year. In t…
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Ep. 150 - Reflections & Revelations: A Year in Review
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54:56As the year draws to a close, we’re reminded of the beauty in pausing to reflect on the journey we’ve taken—the lessons learned, the challenges overcome, and the gratitude that anchors us. In this week’s episode of Barb Knows Best, we delve into the defining moments of 2024 and share how these experiences have shaped us, prepared us, and inspired u…
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Ep. 149 - Unpacking Perfectionism (Revisiting Ep. 26)
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55:24This week on Barb Knows Best, Barb—a lifelong perfectionist—shares her wisdom and personal journey with perfectionism. Together, Barb and Michelle explore how this mindset shows up, especially during the holidays, and how to break free from its grip. View full show notes of this episode. Follow us @MichelleMaros and @Peaceful_Barb and share your ex…
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Realizing Freedom Together with Caverly Morgan
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52:27In this episode we welcome Caverly Morgan, former Zen monk and author of The Heart of Who We Are. Caverly is also the founder of Peace in Schools, a teen-centered mindfulness curriculum for teens. We jump right into it with a discussion of how teens very naturally want to challenge many of the culture’s bogus assumptions – in her words, teens “are …
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Ep. 148 - How We Process Big Feelings During the Holidays (Revisiting Ep. 40)
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51:38The holiday season is often seen as a time for joy, family, and celebration. But for many, it can also bring about big, complex emotions—whether it's stress, grief, or the weight of unresolved conflicts. This week on Barb Knows Best, my mom and I open up about how we can process these emotions and still find meaning, connection, and peace during th…
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Over the last few episodes, we’ve explored the complexities of managing difficult and toxic relationships. This week on Barb Knows Best, we’re diving deeper into one of the most challenging yet transformative practices: loving people from afar. Together, we’ll share our experiences and insights, unpacking how to transform relationships filled with …
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Well, this one is cool. It may change your meditation practice and – if you stay with the inquiry – your life. You’d hardly know how ambitious it is though, from our guest Kevin Schanilec’s humble, deadpan delivery. Kevin is a long-time Buddhist practitioner from Seattle who has formalized a process for seeing through what Buddhists call “The Ten F…
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Ep. 146 - Breaking Free from Toxic Relationships
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59:29In this week's episode of Barb Knows Best, we delve into the often misunderstood world of toxic relationships. What truly defines a toxic relationship? How can we tell the difference between a relationship that’s imperfect and one that’s harmful? With a holiday twist, we’re sharing insights, reminders, and practical steps to help you protect your p…
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Ep. 145 - Navigating Difficult Family Dynamics Around The Holidays
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58:59This week on Barb Knows Best, we share practical strategies and heartfelt insights to help you reclaim your peace this season. From setting boundaries and managing expectations to staying grounded when chaos swirls around you, we’ve got you covered. Whether it’s handling that one relative who always tests your patience or learning how to put your o…
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Diary of a Young Psychic with Neon Dreamer
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1:06:01Today we head off the rails and into the spiritual undergrowth, where the wild things are. Our guest is Diana Piruzevska, aka Neon Dreamer – psychic, medium, healer. Yup – all that! Not her choice - at least not at first… Skeptics might scoff at these intuitions, experiences, and capacities, but that doesn’t change the fact that they kept happening…
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Ep. 144 - How to Cultivate Gratitude During Life's Challenges
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51:56This week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle dive into a practice that is transformative for them, especially during life’s toughest moments: gratitude. It’s easy to get caught up in striving for more or waiting for the “next big thing,” but the true magic lies in appreciating the here and now. Gratitude isn’t just a fleeting feeling, but rather…
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Ep. 143 - Freedom to Feel: Releasing Shame and Guilt Around Emotions
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1:02:44This week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle explore a transformative yet challenging concept: giving yourself permission to feel. In a culture that often tells us to “stay positive” or “power through,” fully embracing our emotions can feel unfamiliar—even radical. Yet, it’s one of the most healing and empowering acts we can do for ourselves. Vi…
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Ep. 142 - Disrespect: Knowing When Enough is Enough
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57:24This week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle dive into a topic we all face but rarely talk about openly: disrespect and recognizing when enough is enough. In this episode, they talk about the subtle signals that can tell us it’s time to reassess or even step away from people or situations that no longer feel respectful or aligned. Through honest…
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Mindfulness for Neurodivergent Teens with Tim Hwang
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40:52Welcome Tim Hwang, an occupational therapist in New York City's public school system. Tim’s specialty is teaching mindfulness to young people with “disabilities classifications” - Autism, ADHD, and so on. Some of these teens are into the practice, some are bored by it, and some are highly resistant to it. And that’s what we get into! Tim, Tasha, an…
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Ep. 141 - Overcome Imposter Syndrome and Reclaim Your Confidence
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54:13This week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle dive into the topic of imposter syndrome and share their personal experiences of how they've learned to reclaim their confidence — and hopefully inspire you to do the same. They explore what imposter syndrome looks like, how it manifests, and the impact it can have on our lives. Through the insights a…
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Ep. 140 - Staying Grounded: Coping with Anxiety in an Uncertain World
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58:51This week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle talk about how we can cope with our own anxieties around world events, and the uncontrollable, unpredictable unknown. They also give tips and reminders to help navigate the overwhelm of these times and reminders of how to stay present through it all. We hope this episode encourages you to take your po…
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Ep. 139 - Rejection: The Pathway to New Beginnings
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1:04:50This week on Barb Knows Best, Barb and Michelle explore the topic of rejection and how to navigate life’s unexpected detours. They discuss ways to shift your perspective when faced with rejection—whether in relationships, career opportunities, or personal goals—and how it can actually serve as guidance if we learn to surrender and trust the process…
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Deepening our Bond with Nature with Steven Martyn
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1:02:33This episode is a transmission, no doubt about. Our guest wandered out of the Ontario forest and is here to challenge how we think about ourselves and meditation and nature and agriculture and the old crafts and a lot more. Welcome, Steven Martyn, founder of The Sacred Gardener School. While living alone in the bush - mediating, surviving - Steven …
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Ep. 138 - Addiction: Barb’s Personal Story to Recovery
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1:05:22In this week's episode, Barb shares her deeply personal and ongoing 40-year journey with bulimia—an addiction that she has battled for much of her life. She candidly discusses how she has found freedom, healing, and self-love through her recovery process. By opening up about her experience, we hope to provide a space for those struggling with addic…
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Ep. 137 - Bracing for Loss: Navigating Anticipatory Grief
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1:04:59Grief is a universal human experience—no one escapes it. However, there is a form of grief that begins before the actual loss takes place: anticipatory grief. This week, Barb and Michelle talk about navigating loss before it happens. Anticipatory grief is when someone is expecting or preparing for an impending loss, such as the death of a loved one…
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