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Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenReal Self-Care Isn't a Bubble Bath. It's a Boundary.When you hear the words self-care, what comes to mind?A relaxing bath? A candle? A spa day? Maybe a quiet evening when nobody needs anything from you?Those things can be wonderful, but what happens when you return to a life where you're still saying yes to everything, carrying everyone else's stress, and ignoring your own needs?In this episode of Embrace Your Value, trauma therapist Kristen Burrus and Beliefs & Boundaries Specialist Jen Anderson explore why real self-care is about more than occasional relaxation.It's about creating a life where...
2026-10-2222 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenThe Life You Stop Apologizing For: Rebuilding Self-Trust and Choosing YourselfWhat if the life you really want begins when you stop apologizing for who you are, what you need, and the decisions you make?So many women spend years carrying responsibilities that aren't theirs, putting everyone else's needs first, and apologizing for things they never needed to apologize for in the first place.And somewhere along the way, they stop trusting themselves.In this special episode of Embrace Your Value, therapist Kristen Burrus interviews Beliefs & Boundaries Specialist and author Jen Anderson about her book...
2026-10-1530 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenWhat If Your Inner Critic Is Actually Trying to Protect You?What if the voice in your head telling you that you're not good enough, you're falling behind, or you should be doing more isn't simply trying to make your life miserable?What if it actually believes it's protecting you?In this episode of Embrace Your Value, therapist Kristen Burrus and Beliefs & Boundaries Specialist Jen Anderson explore the inner critic through the lens of Internal Family Systems (IFS).Kristen breaks IFS down in everyday language, beginning with the idea that we all have different "parts" within us.Part of you may want...
2026-10-0128 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenPerfection Is Keeping You Stuck: How to Move From Fear to ActionHave you ever had an idea you were genuinely excited about, only to spend months researching, planning, and preparing without actually doing anything with it?Maybe you're waiting until you feel more confident. Maybe you're worried about what people will think. Or maybe you've convinced yourself that you need one more certification, a better website, or a little more information before you can begin.In this episode of Embrace Your Value, therapist Kristen Burrus and Beliefs & Boundaries Specialist Jen Anderson explore how perfectionism, fear of judgment, and limiting beliefs can keep us from taking action...
2026-09-2432 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenHow Boundaries Can Strengthen Your RelationshipsWhat if setting a boundary didn't have to mean damaging a relationship?For many women, boundaries immediately bring up fears about conflict, rejection, disappointing someone, or losing the relationship altogether. So instead of asking, "What do I need?" we start asking, "How do I make sure they're okay with what I need?"In this episode of Embrace Your Value, trauma therapist Kristen Burrus and Beliefs & Boundaries Specialist Jen Anderson explore how healthy boundaries can create more clarity, honesty, safety, and connection in your relationships.Kristen and Jen talk about why saying no can...
2026-09-1726 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenIf Success Feels Hard, Check What You Believe About ItHave you ever noticed that you genuinely want success, but somehow make getting there harder than it needs to be?Maybe you want your business to grow, earn more money, or create more freedom. Yet when things start getting easier, you feel uncomfortable, guilty, or like you should be doing more.In this episode of Embrace Your Value, trauma therapist Kristen Burrus and Beliefs & Boundaries Specialist Jen Anderson explore the beliefs that can make success feel exhausting.Together, they discuss how our experiences shape what we believe success requires, why being productive can...
2026-09-1024 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenThe Apology You May Owe Yourself: Letting Go of Shame and Self-BlameWhat if one of the most important apologies you're waiting for needs to come from you?In this episode of Embrace Your Value, trauma therapist Kristen Burrus and Beliefs & Boundaries Specialist Jen Anderson explore the difference between guilt and shame and why learning to separate what you've done from who you are can be such an important part of self-forgiveness.Guilt can tell us that something we did wasn't aligned with our values and move us toward repair. Shame goes deeper. It can turn "I made a mistake" into "I am the mistake" and leave...
2026-09-0321 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenWhen Someone Gets Upset: How to Hold Your Boundary Without Abandoning YourselfYou can understand your patterns, recognize your people-pleasing, know what a healthy boundary looks like, and be rebuilding self-trust. Then someone you love gets upset with you, and suddenly everything you've learned becomes much harder to practice.In this Season 1 finale of Unlearning the Good Girl, Jen Anderson, Beliefs & Boundaries Specialist, explores what happens when boundaries meet real life.What do you do when your mother sounds disappointed, your partner gets quiet, a friend reacts badly, or someone tells you that you've changed?You'll learn how to recognize the moment discomfort starts pulling...
2026-08-2524 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenThe Friendship Audit: Is This Friendship Actually Good for You?How do you feel after spending time with the people you call friends?Supported? Connected? Free to be yourself?Or do you sometimes leave feeling exhausted, anxious, guilty, or questioning yourself?In this episode of Embrace Your Value, therapist Kristen Burris and Beliefs & Boundaries Specialist Jen Anderson are doing a friendship audit.We're looking beyond whether someone texts often enough or occasionally needs more support and asking a deeper question: What does this relationship consistently feel like?We talk about emotional safety, resentment, one-sided relationship patterns, people-pleasing in friendships...
2026-08-2023 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenHow to Regulate Your Emotions & Make Clearer Decisions | Coming Back to YourselfFeeling overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or unsure why making a clear decision feels so difficult?In this episode of Embrace Your Value, Jen Anderson interviews therapist Kristen Burrus about her new workbook, Coming Back to Yourself: A Simple and Practical Workbook for Emotional Regulation, Self-Understanding, and Clearer Choices.Kristen shares why emotional regulation is such an important part of understanding yourself, how becoming more grounded can help you make clearer value-based decisions, and why you don’t have to work through personal growth in a perfectly prescribed order.We also explore Kristen’s House of S...
2026-08-1827 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenHow to Become the Woman Who Stops Abandoning HerselfYou know what a boundary is. You recognize your people-pleasing patterns. You may even catch yourself abandoning what you need in real time.So why do you still do it?In this episode of Unlearning the Good Girl, Jen Anderson talks about what happens after awareness and how you actually become the woman who stops abandoning herself.We're talking about rebuilding self-trust through small promises, learning to pause before automatically accommodating someone else, allowing other people to have their own feelings, and recognizing progress even when old patterns still show up....
2026-08-1826 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenChoosing Yourself Will Cost You: The Truth About Setting BoundariesChoosing yourself will cost you.When you've spent years being the dependable one, the helper, the peacekeeper, or the woman who always says yes, changing those patterns can feel deeply uncomfortable. Setting a healthy boundary may disappoint someone. A relationship may change. You may discover how much of your identity has become connected to being needed.In this episode of Unlearning the Good Girl, Jen Anderson, Beliefs & Boundaries Specialist, explores what really happens when you begin choosing yourself.You'll hear why other people's discomfort doesn't automatically mean your boundary is wrong, how over-functioning...
2026-08-1113 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenYou're Not Overthinking... You're Avoiding a Decision | How to Build Self-TrustHave you ever replayed a conversation over and over, made endless pros and cons lists, or asked everyone you know for advice, only to feel just as stuck?In this episode of Embrace Your Value, trauma therapist Kristen Burris and Beliefs & Boundaries Specialist Jen Anderson explore why overthinking is often less about needing more information and more about feeling unsafe making a decision.Together, they discuss how past experiences shape the way we approach uncertainty, why perfectionism and people-pleasing keep us stuck, and how self-trust is built by taking one small step at a time.
2026-08-0609 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenThe Grief Nobody Warns You About When You Start HealingIn this episode of Unlearning the Good Girl on Embrace Your Value, Jen Anderson talks about something that catches a lot of women off guard on the healing journey: grief. Not grief over losing someone, but grief over how long you carried too much, how long you ignored yourself, and how long you believed your worth depended on what you could do for everyone else.Jen walks through why grief is part of the bridge to healing rather than a detour away from it, why so many women skip straight to fixing and stay stuck, and what...
2026-08-0408 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenHow to Stop Abandoning Yourself: 7 Life Lessons Every Woman Needs to HearWhat if someone had told you years ago that rest is allowed before burnout, other people's emotions aren't your responsibility, and you don't have to abandon yourself to be loved?In this episode of Embrace Your Value, Jen Anderson and trauma therapist Kristen Burris share the life lessons they wish they had learned much earlier in life. Together, they explore people-pleasing, over-functioning, emotional responsibility, healing, self-trust, and why choosing yourself doesn't mean losing your compassion for others.If you've ever felt emotionally exhausted from carrying everyone else's needs while ignoring your own, this conversation offers...
2026-07-2913 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenYou Don't Have to Get It Right. You Just Have to Stop Abandoning Yourself.In this episode of Unlearning the Good Girl on Embrace Your Value, Jen Anderson digs into one of the most misunderstood concepts she works with: self-trust. Most women don't say "I don't trust myself." They say "I second-guess everything" or "I don't know what I want anymore." But underneath both of those is the same quiet erosion that happens every time you override what you already know.Jen shares a personal example from the night before this episode, breaks down what self-trust actually means, and walks through journal prompts to help you identify where you've been abandoning...
2026-07-2810 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenIs Social Media Feeding Your Inspiration or You Insecurity?In this episode of Embrace Your Value, Jen Anderson and trauma therapist Kristin Burris dig into something most of us experience but rarely examine: the way social media quietly shifts our mood, feeds comparison, and chips away at our confidence before we even realize it's happening. They talk about why the rabbit hole of despair starts so fast, what we're actually looking for when we reach for our phones, and what it looks like to build a healthier, more intentional relationship with the apps we use every day.This is not a conversation about deleting everything and...
2026-07-2345 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenYou were Never Too Much. You Just Learned to Shrink.In this episode of Unlearning the Good Girl on Embrace Your Value, Jen Anderson talks about one of the most quietly exhausting patterns she sees in women: spending so much energy filtering yourself through what other people can handle that you stop feeling safe being fully you. The fear of being too much keeps women holding back their truth, minimizing their needs, and packaging themselves into smaller, easier versions of who they really are.Jen shares her own experience with this pattern, the hidden cost of living edited, and what it looks like to start interrupting the...
2026-07-2112 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenThat Instant Resentment After Saying Yes Is Trying to Tell You SomethingIn this episode of Embrace Your Value, Jen Anderson and trauma therapist Kristin Burris explore one of the most common patterns women experience: saying yes before they've even had a chance to think, and then feeling instant resentment once the words are out. They dig into why this happens at a nervous system level, what that resentment is actually pointing to, and what it looks like to start pausing before you commit.Jen and Kristin share real client stories, break down the difference between guilt and shame, and offer practical tools including a simple back pocket script...
2026-07-1626 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenYou're Not Indecisive, You're OverloadedIn this episode of Unlearning the Good Girl on Embrace Your Value, Jen Anderson reframes decision fatigue as something most women never see coming: the slow erosion of self-trust that happens when you spend years checking everyone else's needs before your own. It shows up as frozen thinking, constant second-guessing, and needing reassurance for choices that should feel simple.Jen shares personal stories and client moments that show exactly how this pattern builds, and what it actually takes to start trusting your own voice again, not by making perfect decisions, but by learning you can handle whatever...
2026-07-1413 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenWho Shows Up for You When Life Gets Hard?In this candid check-in episode of Embrace Your Value, Jen Anderson gets real about what's been going on in her personal life, her husband's kidney disease and emergency hospitalization, and takes a moment to express genuine gratitude for her co-host Kristin Burris, who showed up for her in exactly the right way.But more than that, Jen turns it back to you with a question worth sitting with: who in your life truly shows up for your best good? And are you telling them?Reach Jen at thankfulheartscoaching@gmail.com if you want support finding...
2026-07-1308 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenYour Body Remembers What No Used to Cost YouIn this episode of Unlearning the Good Girl on Embrace Your Value, Jen Anderson explains why saying no feels so physically uncomfortable for so many women, even when they know it's the healthy thing to do. It's not a confidence problem. It's a nervous system that learned, somewhere along the way, that no came with consequences.Jen walks through how yes became a protection pattern, why self-trust is rebuilt in small moments rather than big dramatic ones, and the question that can reveal where your deepest fear around boundaries actually comes from. If saying no leaves you...
2026-07-0708 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenI Disappointed Someone I Love & I'm Still HereIn this episode of Embrace Your Value, Jen Anderson and trauma therapist Kristin Burris dig into one of the deepest fears women carry: the fear of disappointing someone they love. It shows up as staying too long in friendships that have expired, saying yes to things that drain you for years, and shrinking yourself to keep the peace. And it has real psychological roots that go all the way back to how safety was wired into your nervous system as a child.Jen and Kristin walk through the guilt hangover that follows a healthy boundary, what to...
2026-07-0225 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenYou Don't Owe Anyone an ExplanationIn this episode of Unlearning the Good Girl on Embrace Your Value, Jen Anderson digs into a pattern most women don't even recognize in themselves: over-explaining. It sounds like kindness. It sounds like consideration. But most of the time it's fear, specifically the fear that your no won't be accepted unless it makes perfect sense to everyone around you.Jen breaks down why over-explaining is a form of self-abandonment, what it reinforces in your nervous system over time, and what it would look like to finally trust that your no is enough without a five-minute explanation to...
2026-06-3012 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenWhy You Can't Stop the Behavior You Hate (It's Meeting a Need)Why do you keep doing the thing you know isn't serving you?In this episode, Jen and Kristen get honest about the six core human needs driving every pattern you can't quite explain — the overworking, the people-pleasing, the staying too long, the endless scrolling. None of it is random. All of it is meeting a need.They talk about which needs show up most in the women they work with, why naming a pattern isn't always enough to change it, and what question actually gets underneath the behavior to what's really going on.No...
2026-06-2521 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenYou Are Not Responsible for Everyone Else's EmotionsIn this episode of Unlearning the Good Girl on Embrace Your Value, Jen Anderson explores why so many women are emotionally exhausted all the time: they've spent years feeling responsible for everyone else's emotional state. This pattern hides inside behaviors that look like kindness, checking on everyone, fixing problems before anyone asks, softening every reaction, and absorbing tension that was never theirs to carry.Jen breaks down where this pattern comes from, what it costs you over time, and why boundaries feel so terrifying when your nervous system learned that other people being upset means you're unsafe...
2026-06-2315 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenAnger Isn't the EnemyKristen Burrus and Jen Anderson discuss anger as an emotion that carries information rather than something shameful or dangerous, noting many women were conditioned to suppress it to maintain connection and be “calm” or agreeable. They explain that pushed-down anger often resurfaces as anxiety, people-pleasing, shutdown, overwhelm, resentment, or exhaustion, and that resentment commonly reflects accumulated boundary violations and chronic self-abandonment. The hosts distinguish healthy anger from destructive anger, especially for those who grew up around explosive or unpredictable behavior, and emphasize anger can signal crossed boundaries, grief, unmet needs, emotional exhaustion, powerlessness, fear, or feeling unseen. They encourage list...
2026-06-1810 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenWhat Your Resentment Is Really Trying to Tell YouIn this episode of Unlearning the Good Girl on Embrace Your Value, Jen Anderson digs into the warning sign most women dismiss for years: resentment. It rarely shows up all at once. It builds slowly through automatic yeses, emotional caretaking, constant availability, and swallowed feelings until one day your nervous system is protesting and you don't even know why.Jen shares what resentment actually looks like, why it has so little to do with the people around you, and how the belief that loving means overgiving keeps so many women stuck in exhausting cycles. This episode will...
2026-06-1617 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenWhen Did You Start Shrinking?Jen Anderson and trauma therapist Kristen Burrus discuss “shrinking” after Jen recalls a client saying, almost casually, “I used to have a lot of opinions,” realizing many women gradually lose access to what they think and want through small, repeated self-edits meant to reduce tension. They describe how softening responses, avoiding conflict, and managing others’ reactions can feel like safety to the nervous system in the moment but erode a sense of self over time, until silence feels like personality. Kristen distinguishes fear-based suppression from healthy discretion and maturity, and they frame the difference as chosen values versus survival strategies...
2026-06-1115 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for Women5 Signs You're Abandoning Yourself Without Realizing ItIn this episode of Unlearning the Good Girl on Embrace Your Value, Jen Anderson gets honest about one of the most common patterns she sees in women: self-abandonment. Not the dramatic kind, the quiet kind. The kind where you know everyone else's needs, schedules, and emotions, but you haven't truly checked in with yourself in years.Jen walks through five signs you may be abandoning yourself without realizing it, from chronic self-doubt and emotional over-responsibility to resentment, gDownload the free guide at www.thankfulheartscoaching.com/chooseyou.
2026-06-0914 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenBeliefs + Boundaries = Bliss: Jen Anderson on People-Pleasing, Midlife, and Reclaiming Your VoiceKristen Burrus interviews Jen Anderson, a beliefs and boundaries specialist, about the personal experiences that shaped her work, including her older brother’s lifelong addiction and his death in 2017, which led her to focus on helping families love without enabling. Jen explains why midlife (often the 40s and 50s) is a pivotal season for inner work, how people-pleasing is rewarded until its cost becomes exhaustion and resentment, and what limiting beliefs look like in daily life, sharing her own long-held belief of not being smart. She distinguishes kindness from self-abandonment, describes her framework “beliefs plus boundaries equals bliss,” and discus...
2026-06-0432 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenStop Abandoning Yourself and Calling It LoveIntroducing Unlearning the Good Girl, a summer series from Jen Anderson on Embrace Your Value. This series is for the woman who looks functional on the outside but feels emotionally exhausted underneath: the helper, the fixer, the one who keeps the peace while quietly losing herself in the process.In this intro episode, Jen shares why she created this series, what it means to abandon yourself while the world praises you for it, and what it looks like to finally start choosing yourself again. Expect real conversations about people pleasing, guilt, resentment, boundaries, and the hidden grief...
2026-06-0212 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenMay 2026 Re-introducing Kristen BurrusJen goes off script on Embrace Your Value to reintroduce co-host and resident trauma therapist Kristen Burrus of Enlightened Services, who helps clients with trauma, addiction, and building healthy boundaries. Kristen explains why people struggle with boundaries—unclear values and not knowing how to set them—and clarifies that boundaries aren’t about controlling others, but about how you will respond. She emphasizes accountability in relationships, focusing on each person’s part, and notes that relationships are salvageable when both parties are willing to put in effort. Kristen shares practical tools for overwhelm (breathing in for three, hold for three, o...
2026-05-2830 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenThe Fear of Being Judged Is Keeping You StuckWhat we cover:What judgment fear actually looks like in daily life — and why it's so much quieter and more constant than we thinkThe neuroscience of why judgment fear is wired for survival, not weaknessThree patterns: why we edit ourselves, why confidence grows when you stop performing, and why authenticity builds better relationshipsThe specific cost of staying small — including how shrinking trains the people around you to expect lessThree practical tools: the opinion question, the editing catch, and one unedited momentYour homework this week:Write: "What would I do differently if I wasn't afraid of people's opin...
2026-05-2129 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenWhat Permission Are You Waiting For?Jen Anderson and Kristen Burrus explore why so many smart, capable women keep waiting for “the right time” to pursue what they want—after the kids are older, finances are perfect, work calms down, or someone finally understands. They argue that these conditions are rarely fully met and that waiting often masks fear and avoidance, reinforced by beliefs that joy must be earned and that women’s desires are less legitimate than others’ needs. They explain that confidence comes after action, not before, and frame midlife dissatisfaction as a normal invitation to reevaluate who you’re becoming. The episode emphasizes r...
2026-05-1328 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenIf No One Was Watching, What Would You Stop Doing TomorrowTrauma therapist Kristin Burrus and co-host Jen Anderson explore “performance mode”—the version of yourself shaped to meet others’ expectations—and what it costs to live there. They unpack how people pleasing often begins as an early survival strategy in unpredictable environments, then persists into adulthood as an automatic “audit life” of self-editing for approval. They name four common patterns: overcommitting, overexplaining boundaries, staying in outgrown roles, and saying yes out of guilt, and discuss how chronic performance can erode identity and make it hard to know what you want. They also describe what it looks like to step o...
2026-05-0624 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenWhy We Struggle to Receive SupportJen Anderson and Kristen Burrus explore why many women struggle to receive support even when it’s offered, using “Maya” as an example of someone overwhelmed by work, family health, and marriage yet reflexively declining help. They explain that difficulty receiving isn’t a character flaw but often a learned adaptation, including patterns from being a parentified child, being praised for being low-maintenance, and tying value to usefulness. They discuss nervous system discomfort with unfamiliar care, the fawn response, and the “capable woman trap,” where competence becomes identity and vulnerability feels unsafe. They outline costs to health, relationships, and self-worth...
2026-04-2219 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenHealing Worthiness Through Your Voice (and Growing a Podcast with Kim Parkinson)The host welcomes Kim Parkinson, a podcast growth coach and founder of KP Creative Media, who helps spiritually aligned women use aligned podcast strategy to be seen and heard. Kim shares how childhood experiences around money—working a paper route without pay and being shamed over 20 cents—shaped long-term feelings of unworthiness and financial struggle, later echoed during a multi-year family lawsuit where her support went uncompensated by some relatives. Through journaling, speaking things out, therapy, and recognizing her strength in using her voice, she’s begun taking ownership of her finances, including letting her bookkeeper go to stay engage...
2026-04-1533 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenChronic Responsibility: When Being the “Strong One” Shrinks Your CapacityThis episode explores “chronic responsibility,” a common pattern where many women become the dependable one who makes decisions, manages logistics, and carries the mental load at home, work, and in relationships. While this often looks like strength and capability, Jen and Kristen explain that constant responsibility quietly affects the nervous system, leading to hypervigilance, reduced emotional and mental capacity, and increasing overwhelm, irritability, and non-restorative rest. They emphasize that capability doesn’t mean the nervous system can carry endless strain, and that shrinking capacity is the body’s protective response to pressure without relief. Rebuilding capacity comes from restoring balance...
2026-04-0817 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenSuccess Without SafetyHosts Jen Anderson and Kristen Burrus discuss how many women reach goals yet feel pressure instead of relief, noting that success does not automatically create nervous system safety. Because achievement is external but safety is internal, a nervous system conditioned to equate belonging, approval, or stability with performance may become more vigilant after success, thinking it must maintain, prove, or protect what was achieved. This explains why accomplished women can still feel anxiety, restlessness, perfectionism, and exhaustion, especially when rest feels like falling behind; they emphasize that rest is not earned. They explain the nervous system may not update...
2026-04-0113 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenWhen Personal Growth Start Changing Your RelationshipsIn this week's episode, Jen and Kristen talk about how personal growth often disrupts relationships because changing internally alters how you show up, such as speaking up, setting boundaries, and honoring your needs. Jen and Kristen discuss how relationships settle into familiar, often unspoken roles (helper, peacekeeper, accommodator), and when one person changes, the established dynamic is destabilized, prompting confusion, pushback, guilt, fear, or grief in others. They emphasize that discomfort doesn’t mean growth is wrong; it signals a transition requiring renegotiated boundaries, patience, grace, and nervous system regulation. Growth can reveal imbalances like over-functioning, rescuing, or constant av...
2026-03-2518 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenBurnout Isn't Laziness, It's a Capacity IssueEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenBurnout is a capacity issue—not laziness or a lack of discipline—explaining that it happens when ongoing demands exceed physical, emotional, relational, and mental resources, especially for women carrying heavy mental and emotional loads. Jen and Kristen discuss how mislabeling burnout fuels shame and pushes people to override limits, and emphasize that you can love your work and still be depleted; burnout is the nervous system asking for support, recovery, and boundaries. They highlight that rest is a right, not something to earn, and that building capa...
2026-03-1719 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenWhy Explaining Your Boundary Can Dysregulate YouMany women don’t struggle to identify their boundaries, but feel anxious after stating them, often overexplaining to soften the impact and restore a sense of safety. Kristen and Jen describe this as a nervous system response rooted in early conditioning that clarity wasn’t enough to maintain connection, so saying no can trigger scanning for danger, disappointment, or withdrawal. They emphasize that understanding from others doesn’t equal safety and that overexplaining can be dysregulating by pushing people into fight-or-flight and into managing others’ reactions. The solution isn’t better wording but building capacity to tolerate discomfort and stay prese...
2026-03-1118 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenKnow Your Worth...and Understand Why Does Your body Still PanicThis week on Embrace Your Value, Kristen Burrus and Jen Anderson discuss why many women can intellectually know their worth yet still experience panic, tightness, guilt, or freezing when setting boundaries, speaking up, or saying no. They explain the difference between intellectual insight and embodied safety, emphasizing that the nervous system often reacts to past patterns of conflict, rejection, or conditional worth rather than the present moment. The episode reframes body reactions as protection and a normal part of integration, encouraging listeners to shift from “what’s wrong with me?” to “what does my body need to feel safer?” They share...
2026-03-0418 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenRest is a Right, Not a RewardJoin co-host Jen Anderson and insightful trauma therapist Kristen Burrus in this episode of Embrace Your Value as they delve into the often misunderstood concept of rest. Discover why rest is not laziness but a crucial part of personal growth and productivity. Learn the difference between productive rest and avoidance rest, and get practical tips to integrate rest into your routine. Tune in to understand how rest rejuvenates your body and mind, and how to set boundaries to protect your precious downtime. Embrace rest as a vital component of your journey to success.00:00 Introduction to Embrace Your...
2026-02-2515 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenThis Is Just Who I AmIn this episode of Embrace Your Value, Jen and Kristen discuss the common beliefs that lead women to think 'this is just who I am.' We explore childhood influences on these beliefs, the importance of rewriting your own narrative, and actionable steps to overcome limiting self-perceptions. Learn how altering how you speak to yourself, setting boundaries, and building confidence can reshape your identity and help you embrace your true value.00:00 Introduction to Identity Beliefs01:30 Common Self-Limiting Beliefs02:07 Origins of Negative Beliefs03:32 Rewriting Your Story06:03 The Importance of Setting...
2026-02-1116 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenTransforming Lives with Spirituality and Law of Attraction: Maytte Dusseau’s JourneyIn this episode, Kristen and Jen welcome Maytte Dusseau, the CEO and founder of Inspiring Your Best Life and the owner of Nurture Mind, Body, Spirit, a metaphysical bookstore in Dunedin, Florida. Maytte shares her journey from aspiring therapist to a successful law of attraction coach and entrepreneur. She discusses the impact of her spiritual beliefs and personal relationships on her life and career, emphasizing the importance of taking responsibility, awareness, and transforming limiting beliefs. Maytte outlines the steps to achieve clarity and create an abundant life while highlighting the significance of embodying the change you wish to see...
2026-01-2825 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenThe Power of a Sacred YesIn this episode of 'Embrace Your Value,' Kristen Burrus and Jen Anderson discuss the importance of setting healthy boundaries and the distinctions between a 'sacred yes' and a 'codependent yes.' They cover how to align yes’s with personal values to prevent burnout, resentment, and loss of identity. The conversation includes practical strategies for saying yes authentically, recognizing when to say no, and setting boundaries in various relationships including family, friends, and work. Additionally, they encourage listeners to reflect on past yeses that didn't feel right and to start setting small, manageable boundaries to protect their energy an...
2026-01-2715 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenEmotional RegulationWelcome to Embrace Your Value! In this 2026 episode, Jen Anderson and trauma therapist Kristin Burrus focus on emotional regulation for highly sensitive individuals. They explore the challenges of feeling deeply and provide practical tools such as grounding, pacing, and setting boundaries. Learn habits to manage emotional overwhelm and integrate them consistently into your daily routine. Join us to nurture your sensitivity and thrive. Don't miss out on the insightful advice and encouragement from our experts. Email us with your questions and experiences!00:00 Welcome to Embrace Your Value01:56 Understanding High Sensitivity06:00 Emotional Regulation Tools
2026-01-1413 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenFinding Joy and Wellness with Rachel BentsWelcome back to Embrace Your Value! In this episode, Kristen Burrus and Jen Anderson are joined by Rachel Bents, a plant-based personal trainer and wellness coach. Rachel, who also hosts the Joy Unfiltered Podcast and is the founder of Enjoy Wellness, shares her journey and insights on helping women over 40 lose weight and feel incredible through her method 'Pause, Pushups, and Plants.' She discusses the importance of joy, physical and mental health, and introduces her Joy Project with its five pillars. Rachel emphasizes the significance of small steps and habit stacking in achieving wellness and joy. Join us...
2026-01-0728 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenHealing Past Wounds: Grounding Techniques & Self-Compassion | Embrace Your ValueWelcome back to Embrace Your Value with Kristen Burrus, your trauma therapist, and Jen Anderson, your beliefs and boundaries specialist. In this episode, we delve into the impact of unresolved past wounds on our daily lives, especially as the holidays approach. Learn how old hurts and limiting beliefs can surface unexpectedly and discover crucial tools to process and release these emotions, from grounding exercises to journaling and affirmations. Join us as we share personal stories, client experiences, and actionable steps to reclaim your peace and power. Healing is possible and starts within. Listen, breathe, and embrace your value.
2025-12-1722 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenHealing the Inner Critic: From Self-Judgment to Self-CompassionJoin Jen Anderson and Kristen Burrus on 'Embrace Your Value' as they delve into the topic of healing the inner critic. Discover practical coaching tips and strategies to transform harsh self-judgment into real compassion. Learn about the origins of the inner critic, how to recognize it, and tools like mindfulness and journaling to manage it. Celebrate small wins, set boundaries, and nurture self-kindness to build emotional resilience. Subscribe and share this episode to help others embrace their value!00:00 Introduction to Embrace Your Value01:32 Understanding the Inner Critic02:13 Origins and Impact of the Inner...
2025-12-1016 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenEmbracing Change, Setting BoundariesIn this episode of 'Embrace Your Value,' hosts Jen and Kristen discuss how personal evolution and setting boundaries can affect relationships, both positively and negatively. They highlight the importance of self-evaluation and recognizing small wins in personal growth. Through anecdotes from their therapy practices, they emphasize the concept of neuroplasticity and how focusing on progress can lead to more significant positive changes. The hosts also encourage listeners to share their experiences with change and its impact on their relationships.If you loved this episode and want to connect with your hosts, Kristen or Jen, you can...
2025-12-0316 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenJen's StoryJoin Kristen Burrus and Jen Anderson in this heartfelt episode of Embrace Your Value. Jen shares her personal experience of dealing with her husband's sudden health scare, the rollercoaster of emotions from anger to forgiveness, and the importance of self-care. Kristen offers therapeutic insights on managing emotions and the importance of having a support system. This episode is a raw and honest look at navigating life changes and maintaining emotional well-being. Don't miss out on this valuable discussion that can help anyone facing their own struggles.00:00 Introduction and Welcome01:44 Jen's Personal Health Scare02:39...
2025-11-2632 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenEmbracing ConflictIn this episode of Embrace Your Value, hosts Jen Anderson and Kristen Burrus explore how our closest relationships reflect hidden beliefs and unresolved issues. They discuss the eye-opening yet sometimes uncomfortable process of self-discovery and healing through conflicts. Learn practical communication tools to navigate tensions, transform relationships, and foster personal growth. Tune in to understand how to see conflict as feedback, practice active listening, and set boundaries for healthier interactions. Reflect on your recent challenging interactions and discover how to turn them into opportunities for deeper connection and self-awareness.00:00 Introduction to Relationship Reflections02:14 Understanding Hidden...
2025-11-1915 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenEmbrace Identity Shifts: Navigating Life Transitions and Rebuilding with IntentionWelcome to another episode of Embrace Your Value with Kristen Burrus, a trauma therapist, and Jen Anderson, a beliefs and boundaries specialist. In this episode, we dive deep into the identity crises that many women face after significant life changes, both positive and negative. We discuss the concept of 'identity discontinuity,' how to navigate the void that emerges when your 'why' fades, and the importance of rebuilding your identity with intention. Discover therapeutic ways to embrace uncertainty, redefine your values, and engage in reflective practices that will help you move forward authentically. Join us for an insightful discussion...
2025-11-1814 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenBreaking Sugar Addiction with Jenn Edden: The Freedom MethodIn this episode, we welcome certified holistic health coach Jenn Edden, founder of the Sugar Freedom Method and author of Women Unleashed. Jenn shares her personal journey battling sugar addiction and how she developed her five-step method to help women over 40 manage sugar cravings, reduce inflammation, and achieve permanent weight loss without deprivation. Learn practical strategies to stabilize blood sugar, heal your gut, and live a healthier, more balanced life. This episode promises to inspire and guide you on your own wellness journey.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome01:42 Jenn Edden's Background and Expertise
2025-11-0531 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenUnderstanding How Your Body Signals HealingJoin Kristen Burrus and Jen Anderson on Embrace Your Value as they dive into the powerful topic of how our bodies hold and display signs of healing. Learn about the groundbreaking concept from 'The Body Keeps the Score' by Bessel VanDerKolk, and discover the somatic signs that indicate progress on your healing journey. From yawning and sighing to recognizing emotional releases, this episode offers invaluable insights into aligning with your body's wisdom. Kristen and Jen also share personal experiences and essential somatic healing practices, emphasizing the importance of listening to your body. Don't miss this enlightening conversation...
2025-11-0513 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenDemystifying EMDR Therapy with Kristen BurrusIn this episode of Embrace Your Value, host Jen dives deep into the world of EMDR therapy with therapist Kristen Burrus. Jen and Kristen discuss the fundamentals of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), its applications for various mental health issues, and what an EMDR session looks like. They also tackle common misconceptions and fears surrounding the therapy, and Kristen shares impactful transformations she's witnessed through this powerful healing method. If you've ever wondered whether EMDR could be right for you, this episode is a must-watch!00:00 Welcome and Introduction02:31 What is EMDR Therapy?03:42...
2025-10-2215 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenEmbrace Your Journey : With Shabana KnightJoin Kristin Burris and Jen Anderson on Embrace Your Value as they welcome Shabana Knight, a wellness coach specializing in aligning mind, body, and soul. Shabana shares her incredible journey from being an adoptee from India to finding her purpose in empowering women. Listen to Shabana discuss her experiences with trauma, adoption, and personal growth, and learn how she uses her story to inspire others. Don't miss her insights on maintaining a positive mindset, decluttering physical and mental spaces, and prioritizing well-being. Tune in for an empowering conversation that encourages embracing one's true value.00:00 Introduction and Welcome
2025-10-1522 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenFrom Wall Street to Empowering Women: Tosca Fasso's Inspiring JourneyIn this episode of Embrace Your Value, Jen and Kristen sit down with Tosca Fasso, a former Fortune 100 executive turned author, podcaster, and entrepreneur. Tosca shares her journey from climbing the corporate ladder as an admin assistant to becoming a Wall Street executive, and her ultimate decision to leave corporate America. She discusses the challenges and transformations she experienced, the importance of community, and how she now helps women start their own businesses. Tune in to hear empowering insights, practical advice, and inspiring stories of resilience and growth.00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Introduction02:16 Tosca Fasso's...
2025-10-0840 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenDiscovering Worth in Leadership and Intentional Living with Marney AndesIn this episode of 'Embrace Your Value,' hosts Kristin and Jen welcome leadership coach and author Marney Andes, founder of the women's community 'She Lives Intentionally.' The discussion dives into Marney's journey from corporate leadership to creating workshops for women, driven by her observations of gender dynamics in professional settings. Marney describes how women often engage deeply in introspective conversations, whereas men tend to remain surface-level. She shares insights on the importance of values, societal norms, and the need for supportive communities. Kristin, Jen, and Marney discuss the challenges and benefits of navigating personal and professional boundaries...
2025-10-0135 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenUnderstanding and Healing from Trauma with Kristen Burrus, Trauma TherapistWelcome back to Embrace Your Value! Join us as we dive into an enlightening discussion with Kristen, our cohost and friendly neighborhood trauma therapist. Discover how trauma manifests in everyday life and what you can do about it. Kristen explains the spectrum of trauma, how it shows up in high-functioning individuals, and offers practical tips for healing. Learn about emotional and physical signs of trauma, the importance of boundaries, and how self-compassion plays a role in recovery. Kristen also shares valuable coping mechanisms and personal stories that illustrate the journey to healing. Don't miss this insightful episode!00:00...
2025-09-2429 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenBreaking the Cycle: Becky’s Journey to Self-CompassionJoin Kristen and Jen as they welcome self-worth and boundaries coach Becky Nieves to 'Embrace Your Value.' Becky, known as 'The Cycle Breaker,' shares her journey of overcoming generational trauma and how she now guides women to reclaim their power through her signature 'Do-Over Path' method. With a background in corrections, mental health, and advocacy, Becky opens up about her personal experiences, the importance of setting boundaries, and the transformative process of unlearning toxic patterns. Tune in for an enriching discussion on self-worth, healing, and the importance of community and chosen family.00:00 Welcome and Special...
2025-09-1620 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenPerfectionism vs. Excellence: Finding Balance and Embracing Your WorthJoin Jen Anderson and Kristen Burrus in this thought-provoking episode of Embrace Your Value as they delve into the critical differences between perfectionism and healthy excellence. Through personal insights and practical advice, they highlight how perfectionism can lead to anxiety, burnout, and a never-ending quest for approval, while excellence is rooted in purpose and self-worth. Learn practical tips to shift your mindset, practice self-compassion, and celebrate progress over perfection. Tune in for empowering strategies to embrace your true value and live a more fulfilling, balanced life.00:00 Welcome to Embrace Your Value02:18 Understanding Perfectionism vs. Excellence
2025-09-1010 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenEmotional Freedom and Self-Compassion with Mindset Coach Georgie BarnwellIn this episode of 'Embrace Your Value,' hosts Jen and Kristen welcome Georgie Barnwell, a mindset and emotional success coach who specializes in helping women navigate challenging life journeys. Georgie shares her journey from various professions to finding her true calling in emotional coaching. The conversation delves into the importance of understanding and regulating the nervous system, the benefits of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) tapping, and the significance of accepting and processing emotions for a positive mindset. Georgie also introduces upcoming programs and resources aimed at promoting well-being and personal growth.If you enjoyed this episode...
2025-09-0224 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenSharon Summerfield's Journey of Resilience and WellnessIn this episode of Embrace Your Value, hosts Kristen and Jennifer welcome Sharon Summerfield, founder of the Nourished Executive. Sharon shares her journey from burn-out prevention and holistic nutrition to overcoming a severe accident and managing complex regional pain syndrome. She emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, living according to one's values, and harmonizing life to create flexibility and well-being. Sharon also discusses the significance of building and nurturing relationships, advocating for oneself, and celebrating small victories in the midst of adversity. Tune in to gain insightful perspectives on personal growth and resilience.00:00 Introduction and Welcome
2025-08-2629 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenEmbrace Your Value Interview with Jen Anderson: Setting Boundaries and Discovering Self-WorthIn this episode of 'Embrace Your Value,' hosts Kristen and Jen introduce the concept of combining therapy with coaching to help individuals unlock their true worth and overcome self-doubt. The episode features Jen discussing her new book 'Give Your Yes a Bestie Named No,' which focuses on setting and maintaining boundaries, particularly for women. The book was inspired by Jen’s observations and coaching experiences, addressing the need for women to recognize and enforce their boundaries without feeling guilty. Jen shares the personal and client experiences that influenced her writing, emphasizing that boundaries are essential for self-respect an...
2025-08-2030 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenRedefining Success, Creativity & Worth with Elizabeth Quintal What does it really mean to live a life that reflects your values—not just your achievements? In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Embrace Your Value, Jen and Kristen sit down with web designer and SEO strategist Elizabeth Quintal. Elizabeth shares her powerful journey from nonprofit work to motherhood, entrepreneurship, and an international move to Madrid—all while learning to trust herself, pivot with purpose, and redefine what success looks like.Elizabeth gets real about growing through change, letting go of perfectionism, and finding her true voice in life and business. If you’ve ever questioned your pa...
2025-08-0625 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenReclaiming Power & Finding Your True Self with Jess LloydIn this empowering episode of Embrace Your Value, Jen and Kristen sit down with Jess Lloyd—Reiki master, intuitive life guide, and former Mormon turned spiritual rebel—to discuss the powerful journey of reclaiming your worth and voice. Jess shares how leaving a high-demand religion and discovering Reiki transformed her life, helping her heal from trauma, release people-pleasing patterns, and step fully into her authentic self.If you’ve ever felt stuck living by someone else’s rules or longed to rediscover who you truly are, this conversation will inspire you to embrace your own power, set boundari...
2025-07-3035 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenThe Truth Behind “Belief + Boundaries = Bliss” | Jen’s Origin Story RevealedEver wonder where true transformation really begins? In this special episode, Kristen flips the script and interviews our very own Jen Anderson—author, boundaries and belief expert, and the heart behind Thankful Hearts Coaching—about how the powerful formula Belief + Boundaries = Bliss came to life.Inside this episode:The pivotal moment Jen discovered her signature coaching formulaA raw, personal story of overcoming the belief “I’m not smart enough”Why most boundaries don’t stick—and what to do insteadHow shifting your belief system rewires your r...
2025-07-0936 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenMarketing with Meaning: How Berlyn Komar Built a Values-Driven Brand from ScratchIn this episode of Embrace Your Value, Jen and Kristen sit down with Berlyn Komar, a digital marketing strategist and founder of Planted Marketing. Berlyn shares her journey from photographer to purpose-driven agency owner, and how staying true to her values has shaped every part of her business.We dive into what it really takes to build an authentic brand, the role of community in overcoming self-doubt, and why consistency matters more than chasing trends. Berlyn also introduces The Greenhouse, her supportive membership space for solopreneurs navigating marketing without a big budget or team.What...
2025-07-0227 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenFlipping the Script on “Shoulds”: Design a Life That Truly Fits YouWelcome back to Embrace Your Value with your hosts Jen, the accountability ally and permission grantor, and Kristin, your neighborhood therapist. Today, we’re tackling one of the sneakiest words that holds way too much power over our lives — “should.”From “I should have it all together” to “I should work harder,” these ingrained ‘shoulds’ rooted in guilt and old conditioning drive us towards burnout, frustration, and self-doubt. Together, Jen and Kristin explore how the ‘shoulds’ we carry often come from societal messages, family, or social media — not our authentic selves.In This Episode You’ll Learn:Why “should”...
2025-06-2514 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenUnlocking Self-Worth and Transformation with Coach Linda BrandWelcome back to Embrace Your Value! This week, hosts Kristin and Jen are joined by special guest Linda Brand, a women's empowerment and spiritual mindset coach dedicated to helping women unlock their inner potential and cultivate deep self-love.Linda courageously shares her transformative journey—from overcoming trauma, misdiagnoses, and debilitating illness, to embracing a powerful healing and coaching career. She reveals how shedding shame, trusting intuition, and embracing self-worth paved her way from real estate struggles to becoming a top 3% global podcast host and inspiring coach. In This Empowering Episode You’ll Discover:Linda...
2025-06-1831 min
Lioness Women: Rooted in ChristHow Humanity-Centered Communication Is Transforming Leadership | Kibi AndersonIn a world saturated with noise, how do we learn to truly communicate and lead from a place of humanity? On this episode of Lioness Conversations, I was absolutely honored to sit down with the brilliant Kibi Anderson, a leadership strategist and Emmy award-winning storyteller who is on a mission to bring humanity back to business.Kibi, who I've had the pleasure of getting to know for my upcoming book, introduced me to the powerful concept of being a "vocal doula"—helping leaders birth the messages they are meant to share with the world. She argues th...
2025-06-171h 11Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenManaging Anxiety Without Losing YourselfWelcome back to Embrace Your Value with Kristin, your neighborhood therapist, and Jen, your accountability ally here to help you take bold, aligned action even when anxiety feels overwhelming.In this heartfelt episode, we explore how anxiety often hijacks our sense of self, whispering limiting beliefs like "You are too much" or "You're not enough." If you’ve ever felt defined or controlled by your anxiety, this episode is a compassionate reminder: You are not your anxiety.Kristin and Jen share personal stories and professional insights along with practical tools to help you manage anxiety wh...
2025-06-1114 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenThe Hidden Struggles of High-Functioning DepressionWhat if you’re crushing your to-do list… but silently crumbling inside?In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Embrace Your Value, Jen interviews co-host and trauma therapist Kristen Burrus to uncover the truth about high-functioning depression—what it looks like, how it’s often misunderstood, and what to do if you recognize yourself in the signs.Kristen breaks down:What high-functioning depression really means (and why it's not an official diagnosis)Subtle signs that you're struggling even if you’re “getting things done”Common but harmful coping strateg...
2025-06-0424 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenOvercoming Guilt When You Put Yourself FirstWelcome back to Embrace Your Value with Kristin, your neighborhood therapist, and Jen, your accountability ally and boundary-setting bestie! In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the guilt that sneaks in when you start prioritizing yourself.Are you tired of feeling selfish for taking time for YOU? Do you find yourself apologizing endlessly for saying no or setting boundaries? You’re not alone. We unpack why so many, especially women, grow up equating self-sacrifice with worthiness and explore how this mindset leads to burnout, resentment, and feeling lost.Through heartfelt personal stories an...
2025-05-2819 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenFinancial Confidence with Amber HarscheIn this empowering episode of Embrace Your Value, hosts Jennifer and Kristen sit down with Amber Harsche, a mom, wife, and entrepreneur who transformed her life and finances from living paycheck to paycheck to building a thriving family business with her husband. Amber shares her journey of overcoming debt, the power of mindset shifts, and practical strategies for creating lasting financial confidence.They dive deep into real-world challenges families face today, including rising living costs, managing credit, and the importance of building strong financial habits. Amber also sheds light on critical but often overlooked...
2025-05-2128 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenReframing Failure: How to Turn Setbacks Into Stepping StonesFeeling stuck because of a recent failure? You're not alone—and you're definitely not broken. In this episode of Embrace Your Value, therapist Kristen Burrus and accountability expert Jen Anderson dive deep into the psychology of failure, why it hits so hard, and how to stop letting it define your worth.💥 Learn:Why failure often feels so personalHow to reframe setbacks as growth momentsA step-by-step guide to overcoming fear of failureHow to celebrate your tries, not just your winsThe power...
2025-05-1413 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenFrom Trauma to Triumph: Creating Safe Relationships & Honoring the Healing Journey | w/ Orsika JuliaThis week on Embrace Your Value, Jen and Kristen sit down with the incredible Orsika Julia—speaker, author, mentor, and survivor. Orsika opens up about her experiences with domestic violence, breast cancer, and the powerful transformation that followed both. Through vulnerability and wisdom, she shares how she rebuilt her life, one boundary at a time.✨ In this episode:What healthy relationships really look like—especially for young adultsRed flags of emotional, digital, and physical abuse in dating and family dynamicsWhy parents must model boundaries to raise...
2025-05-0731 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenEmbracing Change: How to Stop Resisting and Start ThrivingIn this episode of Embrace Your Value, Kristen and Jen dive deep into a topic that every one of us faces: embracing change. Whether it's a new job, ending a relationship, a health diagnosis, or shedding old patterns, change can bring fear, grief, and uncertainty—even when we know it's for the best.Join us as we unpack:Why even positive change feels so uncomfortableThe neuroscience behind resistance and fear of the unknownHow to shift from fear to opportunityPersonal stories of navigating big life tr...
2025-04-3012 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenUnlocking Soul Purpose Through Astrology with Kali Rose 🌟In this powerful episode of Embrace Your Value, Jen and Kristen sit down with astrologer and transformational coach Collie Rose, the heart behind Warrior Mermaid and Kali Rose Spirit Wisdom. Collie shares how a midlife awakening led her from Montessori education into soul-aligned astrology work—helping heart-centered entrepreneurs discover their purpose and impact.We explore how astrology offers more than just sun signs—diving into Pluto, moon nodes, and your soul’s true path. If you’ve ever felt like you were meant for something more, but couldn't put it into words, this episode is your inv...
2025-04-2329 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenReclaiming Your Original Worthiness with Dr. Kimberly QuinnIn this inspiring episode, we’re joined by mindset coach and international speaker Dr. Kimberly Quinn to explore how to reconnect with the worthiness you were born with—before shame, trauma, and life’s noise told you otherwise.We dive into:How shame rewires your brain and blocks joyWhy attachment and early messaging shape your self-worthReal-life stories of transformation and healingHow to shift your mindset and start finding evidence of your valueIf you’ve ever felt “not enough,” this one’s for you. Tune...
2025-04-1630 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenEmbracing Change – Stop Resisting & Start ThrivingChange is inevitable, yet so many of us fight against it. In this episode of Embrace Your Value, we explore why we resist change, how fear and limiting beliefs hold us back, and how to shift our mindset to see change as an opportunity rather than a threat.Jen and Kristen share personal stories of overcoming resistance, from career transitions to stepping into their true calling. They dive into the emotional and psychological aspects of change—fear of failure, fear of judgment, and identity shifts—and provide actionable strategies to navigate change with confidence.Ke...
2025-03-1224 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenLEAP INTO YOUR POWER: Unleash Your True Potential!Join Kristen and me, Jen, on this inspiring episode of Embrace Your Value as we welcome our very first guest, transformation life coach Lisa Andria. Lisa opens up about her journey from feeling stuck, scared, and lost to stepping into a life filled with confidence, passion, and purpose. Through her innovative “Power Leap” program and signature DREAM method, she reveals how releasing limiting beliefs and negative baggage can pave the way to a life that truly reflects your deepest values and aspirations—both personally and professionally. Her contagious energy and practical insights remind us that growth happens when w...
2025-02-2627 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenNavigating Life Transitions with Grace: Overcoming Challenges & Embracing OpportunitiesTransitions are an inevitable part of life—whether it's changing careers, becoming an empty nester, moving to a new place, or stepping into a new phase of life. In this episode ofEmbrace Your Value, Jen and Kristen dive into the emotional rollercoaster that comes with life transitions, offering practical strategies to navigate them with grace. Learn how to manage expectations, build resilience, and use mindfulness to stay grounded. Plus, get powerful journal prompts to help you process change and move forward with confidence. Tune in and discover how transitions can be opportunities for growth! Let us know wh...
2025-02-1915 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenSmall Steps, Big Impact: Transform Your Day with Mindful HabitsIn this episode ofEmbrace Your Value, Jen and Kristen dive into the power of mindful habits and how small, intentional changes can transform your daily life. Learn practical strategies to stay present, boost productivity, and build emotional resilience—all by incorporating simple yet powerful habits. From micro habits to mindful breathing and gratitude practices, we explore how small shifts create lasting change. Join us in this conversation and discover the mindful habit you’re ready to start today! Don’t forget to share your journey with us—we’d love to cheer you on! Contact us at embra...
2025-02-1219 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenOvercoming Imposter Syndrome: Embrace Your SuccessDo you ever feel like a fraud, even in the face of success? In this episode, Jen and Kristen unpack imposter syndrome, the fear of being "found out" despite your accomplishments. Learn why it happens, how it impacts your confidence and mental health, and strategies to overcome self-doubt.Takeaways: What imposter syndrome is and how it manifests. Why societal pressures and perfectionism fuel feelings of inadequacy. Actionable steps to reframe self-doubt, embrace failure, and own your value.Challenge: Identify one area where you feel like an imposter...
2025-02-0520 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenCelebrating Small Wins: Building Confidence and MomentumBig goals can feel overwhelming, but small wins hold the power to fuel long-term success. In this episode, Jen and Kristen explore how celebrating small achievements can build confidence, boost motivation, and create sustainable momentum. Learn practical tips to shift away from all-or-nothing thinking and find joy in progress, no matter how small.Takeaways: Why small wins are key to achieving big goals. How to overcome perfectionism and embrace progress. Creative ways to celebrate victories, even on a budget.Challenge: Take time this week to track and...
2025-01-2925 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenPermission to Play: Bringing Joy Back Into Your LifeStruggling to make time for fun in a productivity-driven world? Jen and Kristen explore why adults lose their sense of play and how reframing fun as self-care can help you rediscover joy. Learn simple ways to infuse creativity, playfulness, and happiness into your daily life.Takeaways: Why fun is essential for mental health. Easy tips to add joy to your routine. How play prevents burnout and boosts productivity.Challenge: Take 10 minutes this week to do something purely for fun—no guilt, just joy.Tune in no...
2025-01-2229 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenThe Power of Forgiveness: Letting Go to Move ForwardIn this episode, hosts Kristen and Jen dive deep into the topic of forgiveness - what it means, why it's important, and how to go about the process. They discuss how forgiveness is not about condoning bad behavior, but rather about letting go of resentment for your own wellbeing.
The hosts share helpful tips and exercises, including:
Writing a forgiveness letter to someone who has hurt you (or the letter you wish you could receive)
Using daily affirmations and guided meditations for forgiveness
Reflecting on what you're holding o...
2025-01-0829 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenEmbracing Your Value by Honoring Your Journey: A Podcast for the New YearIn this episode of Embrace Your Value, Jen and Kristen guide listeners through a reflective journey to celebrate growth and practice gratitude from the past year. They emphasize the importance of reflection, noting that it gives meaning to experiences and helps understand their impact.
The hosts share journal prompts to facilitate this reflection, including:
What challenge did you overcome this year, and how did it shape you?
What moment(s) brought you the most joy, and why?
What is one habit, skill, or belief that you've grown in t...
2025-01-0125 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenHoliday TraditionsIn this special Christmas episode, hosts Kristen and Jen discuss the importance of holiday traditions and how to create meaningful ones that align with your values. They encourage listeners to share their own traditions and experiences, and the hosts promise to personally respond to those who reach out. The episode emphasizes finding joy, peace and fulfillment in the holiday season, rather than feeling obligated to uphold traditions that no longer serve you. Listeners are invited to leave comments about their favorite traditions or how they are redefining the holidays for themselves.
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2024-12-2524 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenSADD VS SAD
This episode of the Embrace Your Value podcast tackles the important topic of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and seasonal affective depression disorder. Hosts Kristen and Jen dive deep into the symptoms, causes, and coping strategies for these common winter blues. They discuss the importance of self-awareness, building healthy routines, light therapy, nutrition, exercise, and sleep hygiene. The hosts also provide guidance on when to seek professional help and how to find the right therapist or coach. This episode is packed with practical tips to help you beat the winter slump and maintain your mental wellbeing all year...
2024-12-1143 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenNot Taking on Other's Negative EnergyIn this episode of Embrace Your Value, Kristen and Jen discuss the importance of not taking on other people's negative energy. They explain how we can often absorb the moods and attitudes of those around us, and how this can impact our own mindset and behavior. Kristen provides insights from a therapist's perspective, emphasizing the need for strong boundaries and recognizing that other people's issues are often a reflection of their own inner struggles, not a commentary on our own worth. Jen shares practical tips for becoming more self-aware and learning to shake of...
2024-12-1025 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenDiscovering Your Self-Worth Part 2The episode continues a discussion on building self-worth. The hosts, Kristen and Jen, believe this is an important topic that deserves more exploration.Kristen discusses using positive affirmations and the EMDR technique to help clients build self-worth. She emphasizes the importance of believing you are "enough" and worthy.Jen talks about the value of celebrating small wins and getting feedback from trusted friends on how they perceive your strengths. She encourages listeners to acknowledge their own ability to persevere.The hosts explore the difference between internal and external validation and how...
2024-12-1027 minEmbrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenDiscovering Your Self-WorthIn this episode of "Embrace Your Value", Kristen and Jen dive deep into the topic of self-worth. They discuss how self-sabotage and negative self-talk can undermine our sense of value, and share personal experiences and examples from their clients.The hosts explore how childhood messages and stories we carry can impact our self-worth as adults. They provide strategies for countering those limiting beliefs, such as challenging negative thoughts with evidence-based questions.Kristen and Jen also address the fear of failure and how to reframe it as an opportunity for growth, rather than a...
2024-12-1032 min
Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for WomenWelcome to The Embrace Your Value PodcastIn this episode, trauma therapist Kristen and support coach Jen dive deep into the importance of embracing your personal value and worth. Kristen shares her journey into the field of trauma therapy and how she helps clients navigate their healing process. Jen opens up about finding her passion for accountability coaching and the pivotal moment when she had to confront her own self-worth. Together, they explore the complementary roles of therapy and coaching in supporting individuals who struggle with feelings of unworthiness. The hosts also discuss practical strategies for setting healthy boundaries, balancing professional and personal lives...
2024-12-1030 min
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