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With Love, JennyWhen Love Isn’t Enough: The Truth About Addiction in the Family (Part 1) | Ep #42Send us a textAddiction often doesn’t just cost lives — it can cost freedom, too. Every year, Americans spend roughly $10 billion incarcerating people for drug offenses. Imagine half a million lives behind bars, each costing taxpayers over $20,000 a year. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Across the entire prison system, the U.S. spends more than $80 billion annually on corrections — money that could provide treatment, not just punishment.But on a more personal level, I walk you through one of the hardest things life has presented to me … my son’s addiction. M...2025-08-131h 03

With Love, JennyThe Long Goodbye… My Journey with My Mom Through Alzheimer’s Disease | Ep #41Send us a textIn this episode, I share not only some important facts and statistics about Alzheimer’s Disease, but also the deeply personal story of my own journey with my mom. From the early signs to the long, sacred goodbye, this is a raw and vulnerable reflection on caregiving, grief, guilt, and the quiet heartbreak of being slowly forgotten by someone you love. If you’ve walked this path — or are walking it now — I hope this episode brings you comfort, validation, and a reminder that you are not alone.Alzheimer’s currently affects mo...2025-07-161h 14

With Love, JennyWhat Dying Taught Me About Living: Walking My Dad Home | Ep #40Send us a textJenny shares her personal journey of navigating the complexities of terminal illness, particularly focusing on her father's battle with cancer. She discusses the emotional challenges of anticipatory grief, the importance of hospice care, and the significance of creating meaningful memories during the final days.Receiving the DiagnosisThe moment everything changed during a routine doctor’s visitInitial coping responses: denial, grief, depression, and emotional numbnessTrying to process “six months to live” while maintaining normalcyAnticipatory Grief & Letting GoThe emotional paradox of wanting to be clo...2025-07-0257 min

With Love, JennySacred Role Reversal: The Beautiful Messy Season of Elder Care | Ep #39Send us a textAs our parents age, a quiet and sacred role reversal begins. This episode tenderly explores how to become the guide without becoming the parent, and how to offer support without diminishing their dignity.In this episode, Jenny invites you into the emotional, practical, and spiritual aspects of caring for aging parents. From knowing when to step in, to recognizing the subtle signs they need help, to navigating sibling disagreements and choosing assisted living with grace — this conversation is here to hold your heart.What We Cover in This Ep...2025-06-0454 min

With Love, JennyWhen the Soul Can’t Stay: Suicide, Spiritual Pain, and the Search for Peace | Ep #38Send us a textA raw, heart-opening look at the unseen anguish that drives someone to leave this world — and how spiritual understanding can help us begin to heal.This episode is part of my own healing journey. It is one of the hardest things I have experienced so far in my lifetime. Although it happened almost 30 years ago, time hasn’t fully healed, but it showed so much grace. In all, I hope this episode teaches us the importance of kindness in word and deed. The simplest teasing or joking could be a fa...2025-05-2143 min

With Love, JennyInvisible Loss, Unspoken Love: Healing After a Miscarriage or Pregnancy Loss | Ep #37Send us a textThis show addresses the topic of Pregnancy Loss… no matter how recent or long ago it was, there’s probably a part of you stuck in that memory. It is so important to process grief no matter how it shows up. In this case, through pregnancy loss. In this episode, I share my experience with a pregnancy that wasn’t viable. But there are many other ways to lose a baby. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, as many as 10 to 20% of known pregnancies end in miscarriage, and that n...2025-05-0735 min

With Love, JennyHealing Beyond Divorce | Ep #36Send us a textThis show addresses the topic of divorce. If you’re not quite sure yet, or if you’re in the middle of it, or if it's years if not decades behind you, there’s always an invitation to heal.As of 2024, divorce statistics in the United States reveal some sobering insights:Approximately 41% of first marriages end in divorce.About 60% of second marriages conclude in divorce.Third marriages have a divorce rate of approximately 73%.The average duration of a first marriage before divorce is around eight years.Second marriages tend to last s...2025-04-2344 min

With Love, JennyWhen Life Breaks You Open: The Unexpected Gifts of Pain | Ep #35Send us a textThis show is the kick-off to some really vulnerable and heart-felt episodes about MY real life. In this episode, I revealed some very vulnerable moments of my life, and I am giving you a glimpse into the deeper and more healing episodes coming up. If you have ever experienced one of the following, you will want to tune in!Divorce - Definitely a plot twist in my life plan!Miscarriage - How it differs from other losses.Losing Someone to Suicide - Another blow in my...2025-04-021h 03

With Love, JennyCurious Minds: The Power of Questioning with Mary Miele | Ep #34Send us a textI’m thrilled to welcome Mary Miele — seasoned educator, Learning Specialist, and founder of Evolved Education Company — as our guest today! We’re celebrating the release of her 15th publication, The Power of Questioning: A Problem-Solving Model for Helping Students Learn Better.With over 30 years in education, Mary has dedicated her career to supporting students, families, and schools. She’s a trusted expert in whole-child education, school placement, and executive functioning, and her latest book introduces a transformative approach to teaching and learning. Through the art of questioning, educators, parents, and students g...2025-02-191h 07

With Love, JennyEmbracing the Long Life Era: Marla Letizia & Dr. Jean Bokelmann on Food, Health & Purpose | Ep #33Send us a textIn this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome two highly accomplished women who are proving that the best chapters of life can happen at any age! Marla Letizia and Dr. Jean Bokelmann are in what they call their Long Life Era — a time when many slow down, but they’re ramping up! Together, they’ve created something truly special: a groundbreaking way to enhance health and longevity through food.In Episode 32, Marla introduced us to the Long Life Era mindset, so be sure to check that out (trust me, you’re never too...2025-02-051h 00

With Love, JennyThe Long Life Era: Thriving at Any Age with Marla Letizia | Ep #32Send us a textIn this episode, our guest Marla Letizia sparks a vibrant conversation about aging and living our BEST life — no matter how old we are. We dive into what happens at different stages of life, and don’t worry, young listeners — this one’s for you, too!How old would you be if you didn’t know your age?That question framed our discussion on how to feel your absolute best, regardless of the number!And here’s another thought-provoking question: How old do you think you’ll be when you di...2024-12-1858 min

With Love, JennyTriggers as Invitations: A Transformative Path to Healing | Ep #31Send us a textIn this episode, we dive into the hidden layers of our triggers and how they’re often a reflection of our own healing journey — not the person who triggered us.Trauma bonds are more common than we think. We tend to connect with people who share similar experiences, not only because we relate, but because we unconsciously form unspoken agreements to protect our shared wounds. At first, these bonds feel strong, but as the relationship deepens, the person we once saw as our perfect match (and still may) inevitably triggers the hidd...2024-12-041h 04

With Love, JennyNavigating Mom-Stress in Today's World | Ep #30Send us a textIn this episode, we explore the complex challenges faced by modern moms, whether balancing a career or managing a household full-time. We dive into the ever-present guilt many working moms feel as they try to balance professional goals with family responsibilities. On the other side, we address the burnout stay-at-home moms often experience, juggling an endless list of tasks without the breaks a typical workday might provide. Even stay-at-home moms feel guilty when they take time for themselves.We also discuss the need for sharing household and parenting duties, especially when...2024-11-201h 04

With Love, JennyBreaking the Silence: Unraveling Anxiety & Depression in Modern Life | Ep #29Send us a textIn this episode, we take a deep dive into the often-overlooked struggles of anxiety and depression, illuminating these widespread mental health issues with eye-opening facts and personal insights.Did you know that over 264 million people worldwide are affected by depression, according to the World Health Organization? Or that anxiety disorders impact 40 million adults in the U.S. alone, as reported by the Anxiety and Depression Association of America?We’ll explore the root causes, symptoms, and the far-reaching effects these conditions have on both individuals and society. Join us as...2024-11-061h 10

With Love, JennyThe Unseen Power of Community & Connection | Ep #28Send us a textIn today’s episode, we dive into the essence of community and its importance in our lives. The pandemic left many of us feeling isolated and disconnected, and even now, we’re still figuring out how to reconnect in meaningful ways beyond Zoom and working from home. I also share a beautiful excerpt from Ingrid Brandstetter’s poem, which speaks to the transformative power of women coming together:"There is true magic when women hold hands, share ideas, and combine their unique gifts at the table we build together."As wom...2024-10-231h 06

With Love, JennyA Mother's Resilient Heart (Part 3): Moving Forward Through Grief and Love | Ep #27Send us a textIn Part 3 of our series, we continue our conversation with Dawn Lohr, who shares the profound and challenging journey she faced with her son’s mental health issues and substance use disorder. Dawn opens up about the heartache of losing her son, who took his own life at the age of 26. In this episode, she reflects on her ongoing grief and the strategies that help her navigate through it.Dawn’s story highlights the difficulties of empathically supporting someone who is grieving. It’s easy to wish for a return to “normal,”...2024-10-0954 min

With Love, JennyA Mother's Resilient Heart (Part 2): Navigating the Shadows of Suicide & Grief | Ep #26Send us a textIn Part 2 of our 3-Part Series, we hear from Dawn Lohr, who bravely shares the heart-wrenching story of her son’s struggle with suicidal ideation and depression following a traumatic brain injury. Diagnosed with severe mental health issues, Dawn and her family tirelessly sought treatment and answers, battling through multiple suicide attempts. Tragically, her son’s journey ended in suicide.With immense courage, Dawn highlights the critical need for a deeper understanding of brain and mental health, and advocates for improved treatment programs to support those in similar situations. This episode feat...2024-09-251h 00

With Love, JennyA Mother's Resilient Heart (Part 1): Navigating Brain Injury, Mental Health & Substance Use | Ep #25Send us a textGuest speaker Dawn Lohr shares her son’s journey from an outgoing kid who was a great soccer goalie, to a major concussion and subsequent thoughts of suicide. She walks us through the timeline of events that shaped a parent’s worst nightmare - in and out of treatment programs, psychiatric hospitals, and multiple attempts to take his life. Dawn shares how her faith and self-care helped her make it through some of the most difficult experiences while simultaneously raising her four children.In this episode, we raise awareness of 1) brain heal...2024-09-1154 min

With Love, JennyUnmasking Your Core Values & Embracing Authenticity | Ep #24Send us a textThe question "Who am I?" isn't just philosophical - it's a journey of self-discovery. This episode delves deeper, exploring the foundation of your authentic self: your core values and beliefs.Unearth Your Guiding Principles: We'll help you identify the things that truly matter to you, the values that guide your actions.Belief Systems Decoded: Discover the beliefs that underpin your values and how they shape your unique perspective.Embrace Your Gifts: By aligning with your authentic self, you unlock your hidden talents and essence.Bonus! Unlock Your Inner Compass...2024-08-2850 min

With Love, JennyUnveiling the True Self: Exploring Identity Through Four Sanctuaries | Ep #23Send us a textEver wonder, "Who am I?" This question isn't just for philosophy textbooks. It's a fundamental human journey shaped by experiences, identities, and influences. But beyond the layers, is there a core "you"?In this episode, we explore how to unlock your authenticity. We delve into the impact of societal expectations and dive headfirst into the question: How do we find our true north?Why is self-discovery important? Because knowing who you are allows you to live in "flow," aligning your actions with your authentic self. When misaligned, frustration and...2024-08-1457 min

With Love, JennyBody Shaming: How Critical Are You Toward Yourself? | Ep #22Send us a textWe all struggle with negative self-image at times. But did you know a staggering 80% of women (and likely more today) experience body shaming – both from external pressures and their own inner critic?This episode dives deep into the impact of body shaming on all aspects of our lives, including:Personal Relationships: You might become preoccupied with body image, sacrifice quality time, refuse to do certain activities and isolate yourself.Romantic Relationships: If you're feeling bad about your body, you might create distance between you and your mate.Workplace Success: Confidence is...2024-07-311h 00

With Love, JennyChoosing Empowerment: 3 Lessons When Things Fall Apart | Ep #21Send us a textIn this episode, we continue the story that began in the previous episode… when things don’t go as planned. Jenny shares a story of how at first, she didn’t think she was getting what she wanted. But in fact, a lot of what she got was something she asked for! Strange, huh?When things go terribly wrong, and there is nothing you can do to make them get back on track, there’s usually something bigger and Divine at play. But how do you know? How can you trust that? An...2024-07-171h 02

With Love, JennyAccepting What Is: 5 Steps to Embracing Unmet Expectations | Ep #20Send us a textIn this episode, I share a personal story of something I worked to achieve for 9 months… something I really wanted… only to have it all fall apart. At first sight, it looked tragic and sad. But in time, I learned that things were actually falling into place. There was a deep and meaningful experience I was having that offered me so much more than the experience I hoped for. And it changed my life path. It clarified the direction I needed to go in. It called me out for playing small. It showed me t...2024-07-0358 min

With Love, JennyDiscovering Your Money Personality (Part 2) | Ep #19Send us a textToday we are continuing our conversation about money! Specifically, in this episode, we highlight eight different Money Archetypes. We dive into each of their strengths, challenges, and gifts.We all have a money personality. Did you know that? Do you know what yours is? Are you a Nurturer? Or Romantic? Or Maverick? In this episode we dive into some root beliefs that we developed and or inherited as a child. Our grandparents' and parents' relationship with money influenced what we were taught about money. This can become a problem if your...2024-06-191h 02

With Love, JennyDiscovering Your Money Personality (Part 1) | Ep #18Send us a textWe all have a money personality. Did you know that? Do you know what yours is?In this episode we dive into some root beliefs that we developed and or inherited as a child. Our grandparent’s and parent’s relationship with money influenced what we were taught about money. This can become a problem if your money archetype (personality) conflicts with what you've been taught about money. The key is 1) to know your dominant money archetype and 2) know how to align to that archetype, as well as work with...2024-06-051h 00

With Love, JennyTrauma and How It Impacts Our Lives with Grace Scarborough (Part 2) | Ep #17Send us a textThis episode is Part 2 of a 2-part series on releasing trauma. We continue the discussion to learn how to recognize when trauma is present. Trauma vs. Anxiety or fear. The Fight, Flight or Freeze responses and how to work through them. We discussed the painfully slow pace of SE and why it provides powerful trauma releases!If anything in today’s episode triggered a trauma memory or response, Grace shared some tips for how to get support right away:Go outside. Put your bare feet on the ground and breathe. Ori...2024-05-221h 03

With Love, JennyTrauma and How It Impacts Our Lives with Grace Scarborough (Part 1) | Ep #16Send us a textI love this episode because of the impact it has had on my personal life. I had no idea how much trauma had built up in my nervous system until I began scheduling Somatic Experience sessions with today’s guest. Grace Scarborough is a Somatic Experience Practitioner, and she has taught me so much about the lasting effects and subsequent impact in our relationships and quality of life… due to trauma.What is trauma? When a nervous system registers or perceives ‘threat.’ It means “too much, too fast.” In the simplest of terms “to...2024-05-0852 min

With Love, JennySurrender: Find Peace, Serenity, and Freedom! | Ep #15Send us a textToday, we are discussing the art of surrender. How do you do it? How can letting go of control bring peace and not anxiety? For us who love control, surrender is an interesting concept to consider! I share 5 steps that help me when I need to stop forcing and start allowing things to fall into place.Do you continue to stubbornly force a square peg into a round hole, no matter how long it takes? I do! But I have learned that when something is stuck or not making progress, I...2024-04-241h 06

With Love, JennyThe Drama Triangle and Why It's So Addicting! | Ep #14Send us a textThe Drama Triangle. What is it? What role do we play in it? Why do we get so stuck in it? In this episode, we discuss all the ways we enter drama and how simple it is to get out. Simple, but not easy.The role of Victim. Perhaps one of the most widely used roles in the Drama Triangle! Why do we play victim? When do we play victim? How does being the victim benefit us? These are all hard questions to answer sometimes, and most of the time, we don’t l...2024-04-101h 03

With Love, JennyA Mountaintop Experience: Lessons from the Climb of My Life! | Ep #13Send us a textThis episode features a story about a time when I had to face perhaps the biggest challenge of my life. Physically, mentally, and emotionally, I was pushed to the edge, literally. As I attempted to climb to the top of a huge mountain, Huayna Picchu, in Peru, I was unprepared for the journey ahead. This is a climb that rises over 1000 feet in elevation, and all of it is almost straight up. The path and stairways are primitive. They even named part of the trail “The Stairs of Death!”What do you...2024-03-2757 min

With Love, JennyHealing Our Way Through the Darkness (Part 2) | Ep #12Send us a textThis is the second episode in a 2-part series. In Episode 1, we discussed five tools to help us navigate through the darkness. In this episode, we discuss five more tools to use before, during or after our darkest hours.Using the tools of:Acceptance. Not tolerance, but acceptance. Whatever is there, accept it.Support. Knowing how to choose the right kind of support is very important because when you are going through darkness, you are raw and vulnerable. Harsh people, places and things can be very damaging.Boundaries. Understanding and...2024-03-131h 06

With Love, JennyHealing Our Way Through the Darkness (Part 1) | Ep #11Send us a textIn this episode, we talk about what is needed when we are facing our darkest hours. We talk about the first 5 of 10 tools that help us regulate our emotions, energy and resources when life gets really hard.Using the tools of:Knowing who you are at your highest level of being – Identity.Cultivating a strong self-esteem.Faith. Having faith helps define outcomes.Trust. How well do you trust yourself and life itself?How often do you attach to outcomes rather than allow life to unfold the way it needs to?...2024-02-281h 01

With Love, JennyThe Vulnerability of Brokeness (Part 2) | Ep #10Send us a textContinuing our discussion from our last episode, we are further exploring how to have the courage to work through our own vulnerability and brokenness.We explore our need to connect to our own Spirit and our awareness of how that connects us to some sort of Higher Power, God, whatever you might call that. We discuss a lot about the relationship between Love and Spirituality and our connection to Spirit and how that relates to our own vulnerability.How does religion differ from spirituality, and can you have both?2024-02-1440 min

With Love, JennyThe Vulnerability of Brokeness (Part 1) | Ep #9Send us a textWe go spiritually deep in this episode. Beginning with a quote from Mark Nepo: “Being broken is never fun. No one seeks being broken. No one asks for it. But like erosion, being broken is a developmental phase of growth, not a deficiency. We have stigmatized being broken as a sign of damage or weakness. Yet mysteriously, it is being broken open that leads to all transformation. Rather than deny or resist this phase of growth - it is inevitable we might better focus our efforts on mapping the new terrain on the ot...2024-01-3153 min

With Love, JennyThe Mystery and Magic of Manifestation | Ep #8Send us a textIn this episode, we explore what the ‘secret sauce’ is when it comes to manifesting our biggest dreams! If it were as simple as asking for what we want, wouldn’t we be getting better results?As we go through our stories and conversations, we explore the difference between manifesting what our EGO wants and manifesting a heart’s desire. Both are possible, but one has the limitations of the ego mind, and the other holds the possibilities of connecting and creating with a power greater than ourselves.We discuss...2024-01-1745 min

With Love, JennyMoney Mindset: Exploring the Origin of our Beliefs Around Money | Ep #7Send us a textToday we take a look at how to find money beliefs that are embedded in our subconscious memory but are playing out in our day to day living. We look even closer at the way they sneak up and sabotage us when we least expect it.There is magic in managing money when we get out of the way! Anything is possible! Unexpected income appears! Money starts to show up in big and small ways… and in ways we didn’t think possible, we begin to meet higher and higher expectations for...2024-01-0339 min

With Love, JennyPeople Pleasing and Holiday Traditions! | Ep #6Send us a textToday we are discussing the way that holiday traditions play out. Some continue to serve us well. Some had to change because circumstances changed. Some traditions fell away and no longer exist. And still others are ones we continue to do but wish we didn’t have to.Traditions hold us together. They remind us that we belong to something bigger than us individually. They connect us to our values and memories. And sometimes, they become obligations, not traditions, leaving us filled with resentment and frustration, especially over the holidays.2023-12-2047 min

With Love, JennyPERCEPTION VS REALITY - How to Know What is Really True! | Ep #5Send us a textWhat if truth is really about our perceptions? And the actual TRUTH lies outside of that perception?The story: Admittedly, my children have been my greatest teachers over the years. And this lesson was incredibly powerful for me! I share the story of a time when I based what was happening on what I saw, with my own eyes, firsthand!I didn’t allow room for any other possibility because to me, because truth was simply black and white and based on what I see. In this story, I saw...2023-12-0644 min

With Love, JennyInterrupting a Downward Spiral – What We Focus on Expands | Ep #4Send us a textTHE STORY: How do you pull out of a spiral of things going wrong when they happen, one after another? During this episode, we discuss a powerful tool to change a trajectory that results in things not going well. The first step is to gain awareness of your thoughts. What do you hear in your head when something goes wrong?The practice of gratitude is often discussed. We usually use gratitude when things are working period thank you for that blessing. Giving thanks when things are going well is easy. But when...2023-11-2237 min

With Love, JennyWho We Are and What Our Podcast is All About! | Ep #1Send us a textThis episode is mostly to introduce ourselves and give you some background about who we are and how we came to create a podcast! Later in the episode, we started with this quote:“May you never forget that when it was hard, and when you were overwhelmed, and felt afraid, and walked alone, and felt invisible, and didn’t have the answers, and couldn’t see the way, and wanted to give up, you kept going.”Have you ever had moments in your life where you felt so lost, so out o...2023-11-0932 min

With Love, JennyThe Birthplace of my Co-Dependency | Ep #2Send us a textTHE STORY: When I was just 3 years old, I went to a father/daughter banquet. After dinner, they had little competitions which thrilled my dad because he was a coach and athlete and fierce competitor. The race involved a race for 3-year-olds. We had to roll a peanut ten feet across the floor to the finish line, with our nose! I objected. And as I stood up, spoke my truth, and chose not to do the race, I saw my dad’s disappointment. From that point on, I decided not to ever disappoint my...2023-11-0943 min

With Love, JennyHow Co-Dependency Damaged my Marriage | Ep #3Send us a textTHE STORY: I was 18 years old and about to graduate. A boy I had a crush on my entire year, asked me out in April of our senior year! We began to date and my inner dialogue was, “Oh wow! I can’t believe he likes me!” “Oh my gosh, I can’t believe he’s my date for the prom!” Not once did I think he might be lucky to be dating me.Throughout the next four years, our relationship went through a lot of ups and downs so I kept working on h...2023-11-0945 min

With Love, JennyWelcome to With Love, Jenny!Send us a textWith Love, Jenny is a podcast designed to build a community through sharing our stories. We are connecting to each other by opening our hearts and finding common ground in our humanity. We’ll cover topics that are uplifting, inspiring, and thought-provoking, as well as stories that address some of the hardest challenges we face in life.What we know is that our stories provide wisdom, growth, healing, and transformation, along with a big dose of courage and hope. Together, we will learn ways to transcend the sorrow that comes with di...2023-11-0601 min