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Hearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhy Do Men Ghost After A Great Date? Lyn Smith & Lana RiccoLyn welcomes dating coach Lana Ricco, who shares her insights on the trend of ghosting after what seems like a great date. They delve into the reasons behind why men may disappear, emphasising that if a man is truly interested, he will pursue a connection. Lana discusses the significance of understanding one's own values and expectations in relationships, as well as the importance of setting firm boundaries. The conversation also touches on the complexities of dating, the impact of rejection, and the necessity of self-worth when faced with ghosting.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Ghosting often occurs because he i...2025-05-0836 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastGetting Ready For Real Love - Lyn Smith & Roy BiancalanaLyn welcomes relationship coach Roy Biancalana to discuss the often-ignored idea of "getting ready for real love." Roy shares insights from his own personal experiences, emphasising the importance of going on a journey of self-awareness and personal growth before seeking a partner. He highlights the common mistakes people make when searching for love, such as focusing solely on finding a partner rather than preparing themselves for attracting a healthy relationship.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Before seeking a partner, it's crucial to work on ourselves to heal/ remove any emotional baggage and self-sabotaging behaviours. By changing the focus to b...2025-02-2029 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastThriving After Loss & Divorce - Lyn Smith & Cindy StibbardLyn welcomes love and divorce coach Cindy Stibbard to discuss the challenging journey of thriving after loss and divorce. Cindy shares her personal experiences, highlighting the often-overlooked emotional turmoil that precedes the decision to end a marriage. She emphasises the importance of understanding the seven stages of separation, which mirror the stages of grief, and how people can best navigate their feelings during this tumultuous time.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Many individuals, especially women, find themselves in a prolonged state of contemplation before deciding to divorce. This period can last for years as they grapple with feelings o...2024-12-1933 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Heal After Trauma/ Heartbreak - Lyn SmithLyn delves into the topic of emotional walls and the impact of past trauma/ heartbreak on our ability to love and connect with others more deeply. She explores the reasons behind why we become guarded in relationships, emphasising the importance of healing from heartbreak and trauma, including sexual abuse. Lyn encourages listeners to recognise their worth beyond their experiences and to embark on a self-help journey that fosters inner strength, resilience and open heartedness. By reclaiming their power and trusting in the Universe/ Creator/ God (whatever their belief) to deliver justice on those who have caused them...2024-11-1408 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhat Is Healthy Masculinity? - Lyn SmithLyn explains the difference between healthy and unhealthy masculine energy. Building upon her previous discussion (in episode 288) where she explained the difference between healthy and unhealthy feminine energy. She emphasises that everyone embodies all the traits of the masculine & feminine energies (healthy & unhealthy), regardless of gender or sexual orientation. She outlines the characteristics of unhealthy masculine energy, such as chauvinism and aggression, contrasted with healthy masculine traits such as chivalry and protection, and highlights the importance of awareness in recognising and shifting from unhealthy to healthy energy states, which can significantly positivley impact our romantic relationships.  2024-10-1009 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Empower Yourself To Create Healthy Relationships - Lyn SmithLyn delves into the importance of women empowering themselves by stepping into their 'healthy' feminine energy. She contrasts the traits of the 'healthy feminine' - such as feeling worthy, loved, and empowered which show up in our behaviours as being independent, secure and confident - with those of the 'unhealthy feminine', which often involve feelings of victimhood and disempowerment, which show up in our behaviours as being co-dependent, overly controlling/ anxious, needy and desperate. KEY TAKEAWAYS Recognising the characteristics of the healthy feminine, such as feeling empowered, worthy, and loved, versus the unhealthy feminine traits of...2024-09-1909 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastDoes Anxiety Impact Your Dating/ Relationships? - Lyn Smith & Kellyn LegathLyn is joined by Kellyn Legath, to discuss how anxiety impacts dating and relationships. Kellyn shares her personal journey of struggling with anxiety whilst dating and how it led to her becoming an expert in this area. She highlights the importance of self-awareness, recognising patterns, and understanding the difference between anxiety and intuition.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Understanding your emotions and sitting with your anxiety, can effectively help in managing dating anxiety. Writing down what you are looking for in a partner and setting boundaries can empower you during the dating process. Recognising red flags and listening to y...2024-09-0530 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastCo-Parenting: From Conflict To Collaboration - Lyn Smith & JP MarshLyn is joined by JP Marsh, to talk about the topic of co-parenting after separation/ divorce, and how to transition from conflict to collaboration. JP shares his personal experience of co-parenting his daughter with her mother after their separation. He highlights the challenges they initially faced, such as hurt feelings and animosity, and also how they were able to overcome these through self-awareness and effective communication.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Establishing clear communication, setting boundaries, and expressing needs and expectations are crucial in co-parenting relationships. Self-Reflection and Growth: Recognising personal triggers, working on mental health, and breaking negative p...2024-06-1328 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHappy Hormones, Happy Life - Lyn Smith & Ulrika KarlssonLyn talks to hormones experts, Ulrika Karlsson, a yoga therapist, author, and spiritual healer. Ulrika shared her personal journey of overcoming depression, burnout, and suicidal thoughts by realising the importance of balancing her hormones (hormones are chemical messengers that coordinate different functions in your body). She emphasises the need to address the root cause of hormonal imbalances rather than relying solely on medication and explains her approach which includes yoga and holistic healing, focusing on activating the body's own healing abilities and improving inner communication between the glands, organs and tissues which make and release our hormones. ...2024-06-0627 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow Does Sexual Trauma Affect Your Relationship(s) - Lyn Smith & Danielle SheaWarning:  Adult Content, which some listeners may find upsetting.This time, a heartfelt conversation between Lyn and guest Danielle Shea, a healing coach for sexual assault survivors. Danielle discusses how sexual trauma can affect relationships, she shares her personal journey of healing from trauma and the importance of using self-reflection and journaling as tools for healing. The conversation delves into the impact of sexual trauma on relationships, boundaries, and the journey from victim to survivor to thriver.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Healing from sexual trauma is possible and we must encourage individuals to take steps towards se...2024-05-3031 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Magnetise Soul Love - Lyn Smith & Sreshtha TewariLyn discusses the topic of how to Magnetise Soul Love with expert guest Sreshtha Tewari, a love coach. Sreshtha shares her personal journey of self-discovery after a divorce, which led her to become passionate about helping women attract soulful relationships. The conversation delves into the concepts of twin flames and soulmates, emphasising the importance of authenticity, clearing emotional baggage and reprogramming beliefs in order to manifest true soul love.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Believing in the possibility of soul love is the first step towards attracting it into your life. Emotional work, such as clearing past hurts and n...2024-05-2329 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastLet's Talk About Sex - Lyn Smith & Jeni Simas-LayteWarning: This Episode Contains Sexual Subject Matter & Adult Content - Please Be Advised Lyn engages in a candid discussion with The Intimacy Ally - Jeni Simas-Layte, who shares her journey into sex coaching after a divorce, highlighting the importance of breaking the stigma around sex and promoting body positivity. Lyn and Jeni delve into topics such as the impact of societal 'norms' on relationships, the need for comprehensive sex education, and the importance of consent and communication in healthy relationships.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Jeni's journey into sex coaching started after her divorce, leading h...2024-05-1632 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Master Your Emotions - Lyn Smith & Janet Smith-HarrisonLyn is joined this time by guest Janet Smith-Harrison, an Emotional Mastery for Relationships Coach. Janet shares her personal journey of overcoming a sudden divorce and the emotional turmoil that followed, which led her to specialise in emotional mastery. The conversation delves into the importance of pausing... to understand emotions, actively 'listening' when having a conversation, and the impact of electronic text communication on relationships.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Janet emphasises the importance of mastering emotions by taking a pause before immediately reacting to triggers, allowing time to understand and soothe feelings before responding. Effective communication in relationships i...2024-05-0231 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastTips For Effective Communication - Lyn Smith & Bridgitte GreenLyn is joined by relationship therapist and coach, Bridgitte Green, to talk about effective communication in relationships. They delve into the importance of communication in maintaining healthy and fulfilling relationships. Bridget emphasises the significance of 'listening', being specific about needs, and showing respect for each other in our conversations.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Effective communication in relationships is crucial for understanding and avoiding misunderstandings. Specificity in communication about needs and wants is essential to ensure clarity and to avoid assumptions. Taking time to actively listen, repeat back, and avoid interruptions can improve understanding & communication in relationships. Resentments can b...2024-04-1830 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Let People Go - Lyn Smith & Melody MurrayLyn and special guest Melody Murray discuss how to let people go from relationships that are no longer fulfilling or healthy. Melody shares her journey from being a reality TV producer to becoming a therapist, driven by a desire to make a positive impact on people's lives. The conversation explores the importance of being honest with oneself in relationships, setting boundaries, and when possible, navigating the process of ending relationships with kindness and respect.  KEY TAKEAWAYS It is crucial to be honest with oneself about our feelings in any relationship dynamic. Having open and h...2024-04-1133 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhat Is The Narcissistic Abuse Cycle? Part 2 - Lyn Smith & Stephany AnnLyn is joined once more by returning guest Stephany Ann, a speaker, author, and attorney. Lyn and Stephany continue their conversation around the phases of narcissistic abuse, including idolisation, devaluation with intermittent love bombing, and the final discard. They delve into the concept of trauma bonding, likening it to an addictive cycle where victims crave the intermittent rewards and good times from the abuser. Stephany shares personal experiences from two narcissistic relationships, highlighting the importance of setting firm boundaries, recognising self-worth, and breaking free from a victim mentality mindset.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Understanding the phases o...2024-04-0435 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastIs Your Orgasm Violent? - Lyn Smith & Tanja DiamondWARNING – 18+ This episode contains adult content, including graphic language. Please be advised. Lyn discusses the intriguing topic of 'is your orgasm violent' with guest Tanja Diamond, a sex coach. Tanja provides a unique perspective on orgasms, highlighting the difference between forced, tension-filled orgasms and relaxed, pleasure-filled orgasms. She delves into the impact of different types of orgasms on the bodies nervous system, and overall well-being. KEY TAKEAWAYS Tanja explains the difference between Classical Tantra and Neo-Tantra, emphasising the importance of mastering our energy in these practices. Forcing orgasms through tension can have ne...2024-03-2130 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastADHD in Relationships - Lyn Smith & Shane ThrappLyn, and special guest Shane Thrapp, delve into the topic of ADHD (Attention - Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder) and its impact on intimate relationships. Shane provides insights into ADHD (an example of one of the neurodivergent conditions) sharing his personal experiences growing up with ADHD and Autism. He discusses the challenges individuals with ADHD face in relationships, including the struggle to maintain authenticity and the tendency to mask their true selves to fit in. Shane also highlights the importance of self-acceptance and authenticity to foster healthy relationships.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Shane emphasises the importance of being authentic in r...2024-03-1431 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Get His Attention & Reignite His Passion For You - Lyn SmithLyn shares a powerful case study on how to reignite attention and passion in your relationship, by telling the story of a couple who were at a crossroads, with the husband feeling disconnected and consumed by work. However, a two-minute conversation changed everything. The wife, instead of getting angry or resentful, expressed her sadness and understanding of his commitments. This 'vulnerability' allowed the husband to see her in a new light and choose to prioritise their relationship. KEY TAKEAWAYS Communication is key: The case study highlights the importance of open and honest communication in a relationship...2024-02-0117 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastInfidelity - Divorce - Forgiveness - Lyn Smith & Luke ShillingsLyn delves into the topics of Infidelity, divorce and forgiveness alongside guest Luke Shillings, who shares his personal experience of going through a divorce (after 40), including his wife's betrayal and infidelity that led to their separation. Luke discusses the challenges he faced, such as navigating co-parenting and financial arrangements, as well as his emotional journey of healing, forgiving and rebuilding trust.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Infidelity and divorce can have specific implications on individuals. Luke's divorce was the result of betrayal and infidelity in their marriage. The decision to divorce was made to protect their financial i...2024-01-1832 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Be Magnetic In Love - Lyn SmithLyn shares insights about the concept of being magnetic in love, challenging the common belief that 'physical' appearance is the key factor in attracting a partner, and emphasising instead the importance of the ''energy' and 'vibration' we are exuding. Lyn also explores how our mindset and self-perception play a significant role in the type of relationships we attract. She encourages listeners to love and value themselves, set healthy boundaries, and protect their energy from negative environments and people. So you can raise your vibration and attract healthier and more fulfilling relationships in all areas of your life.2024-01-1114 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastBetrayal And Infidelity - Lyn Smith & Luke ShillingsLyn delves into the sensitive topic of betrayal and infidelity, alongside Luke Shillings, a relationship and infidelity coach, who also shares his personal experience of betrayal and divorce. Luke discusses how his own journey led him to specialise in helping others navigate the emotional rollercoaster of betrayal and infidelity. We emphasise the importance of taking ownership of one's own feelings and actions. Luke also highlights the significance of forgiveness and rebuilding trust, both for oneself and others, as a crucial step towards healing so we can create future successful relationships.  KEY TAKEAWAYS B...2023-12-2130 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Achieve Success In Love - Lyn Smith & Terraine LeBeauLyn welcomes back guest Terraine LeBeau, a coach and mentor who specialises in helping at-risk women find success in personal, professional, and romantic relationships. The conversation focuses on achieving success in love, particularly for women who have experienced abuse or are living near the poverty line. Terraine shares success stories and offers tips for building trust, understanding personal preferences, and creating healthy boundaries.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Love is not limited to a specific age group, finding love and happiness is achievable at any stage of life. Have a clear understanding of what you want and w...2023-11-2331 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Naturally Balance Your Hormones - Lyn Smith & Dr. LJ JohnsonLyn invites Dr. LJ Johnson, the holistic endo expert, to discuss the topic of naturally balancing our hormones. Dr. LJ shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with endometriosis after 16 years of struggling with hormone issues. She focusses on the importance of taking a holistic approach and shares practical tips and tricks for listeners to naturally balance their hormones.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Hormonal imbalances can lead to a variety of symptoms, including lack of energy and GI (gastrointestinal) issues. Quality sleep is essential for balancing hormones and increasing energy levels. Establishing a nighttime routine, reducing screen time b...2023-11-1629 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhy Communication Is Important In A Relationship - Lyn Smith & Chelsey LiagaLyn explores the importance of effective communication in relationships with expert guest Chelsea Liaga, a couple's therapist. They delve into the significance of positive communication to foster deep connections, understanding and intimacy. They discuss common issues, such as feeling unheard or misunderstood, and provide valuable insights and tips for improving our communication skills. They also touch on the impact of fight or flight responses, the role of self-worth in relationships, and the potential for healing and growth when there are toxic dynamics at play. KEY TAKEAWAYS Effective communication is the key to deep connection...2023-11-0928 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Attract Your Divine Partner - Lyn Smith & Emilia NagyLyn is joined by dating, relationship and marriage mentor to feminine leaders, Emilia Nagy, to talk about how to attract your Divine partner, so that you can be a power couple fulfilling your higher purpose. KEY TAKEAWAYS The lack of education on what is healthy/ unhealthy masculine & feminine energy, as well as the trend to be more gender neutral, these days has led to confusion around how to attract healthy relationships. When a male masculine energy connects with a female in her masculine energy, the result can repel instead of attract. It's the 'polarisation' of masculine...2023-08-1032 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastManifesting: Easy 5-Step Process with Lyn SmithLyn presents her simple five-step process to help you better understand manifesting and how to make manifesting easier, so you can attract all the things you desire and live the life of your dreams. KEY TAKEAWAYS The five step process goes through the stages of Perceive, Conceive, Believe, Receive and Achieve. Manifesting is the process of believing and knowing that it is in your power to create the life you want. Manifesting enables us to attract and materialise our desires. Manifesting works best when you are in the most optimal vibrational energy state, operating consistently at...2023-08-0313 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Trust Yourself and Others - Lyn Smith & Jessa PackardLyn is joined by mindset and life coach, Jessa Packard to discuss trust and why trusting ourselves is where the journey of understanding begins and how we then can learn to trust others. KEY TAKEAWAYS We are not usually parented or educated around the art of 'self-love'. As a primary skill we should be taught how to respect, love and trust ourselves. When we feel at peace, everything else falls into place, health, love, career, money and life itself all gets easier when we respect, love and trust ourselves. Our intuition often tries to warn us...2023-07-2036 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastThe True Meaning Of Self-Love - Lyn Smith & Jana WilsonLyn is joined by Jana Wilson, author of ‘Wise Little One’ & founder of the Emotional Healing System, to talk about what the true meaning of self-love is, why it's so important, and why it plays a big part in creating healthy romantic love relationships. KEY TAKEAWAYS Trauma passed down by our parents becomes inter-generational trauma, and is easily transferrable to children. The path to true healing begins by understanding ourselves and giving ourselves permission to break free, to become who we are meant to be. We must be able to understand our needs. When we do, we c...2023-07-1334 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhen Will I Meet Mr Right? - Lyn Smith & Monika AnnaLyn is joined by astrology expert and mindfulness coach, Monika Anna, to talk about when will you meet Mr/ Mrs Right... KEY TAKEAWAYS People always ask when they'll meet the love of their lives, but we need to flip it - YOU might be the Mr/ Mrs Right for someone else? Are you ready for a healthy relationship? It's great to find the right person, but it's also important that we know how to keep that love when we find it. Understanding our own relationships with the astrolgical elements and what energy we have within our...2023-07-0637 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhat Is Love In A Relationship? - Lyn Smith & Petra WilliamsLyn is joined by Confidence Coach, Petra Williams, to discuss the many ways we fall in love, and how we can avoid falling into the trap of boredom and routine so we can keep the love alive. KEY TAKEAWAYS Relationships that once began as loving, passionate adventures, can often become mundane, with partners then becoming resentful and bitter. If we bottle up our resentments they build and build until inevitably they explode, then in the heat of the moment we may say/ do things we later regret and may even spiral down into regularly showing contempt...2023-06-2231 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastCodependent Relationship Signs - Lyn Smith & Michelle FarrisLyn is joined by relationship expert and psychotherapist, Michelle Farris, to talk about codependent relationships: what they are, how they are formed, and what we can do if we find ourselves in a state of codependency, so we can heal and break the cycle. KEY TAKEAWAYS Being codependent on someone else can affect everything in your life. Usually it isn't something you can recover from quickly. Codependency often begins in childhood as a reaction to parents who were not emotionally or physically present. The child needs to find a way to matter, and this  then extends i...2023-06-1527 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHelp For Women At Risk In Relationships - Lyn Smith & Terraine LeBeauLyn is joined Terraine LeBeau a mentor and relationship coach, who works with women at risk, to talk about how women who have survived trauma/ domestic abuse/ violence can be helped to heal, create healthy relationships and lead successful lives. KEY TAKEAWAYS There is always another chance to lead a healthier life, you just need to know where to look. Don't be afraid to ask for help and guidance. It's up to the good men in society to reassure and re-establish the fact that good men exist out there. It's up to them to create an...2023-06-0831 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow Childhood Trauma Impacts Adult Relationships - Lyn Smith & Norma BrščičLyn is joined by Norma Brščič, a trauma and relationship coach, to discuss how childhood trauma negatively impacts adult relationships, and how to recognise/ identify any unhealthy behaviours that arose as a result, so we can resolve the issue(s) and attract/ create healthier relationships going forward. KEY TAKEAWAYS In life we can experience a range of trauma, some small, some big, all of which affect us in different ways, anything from relationship deficiencies to brutal sexual violence. If parents can discover how to handle their child's anger without blaming, humiliation, or isolation, then the...2023-06-0134 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastSingle and Thriving - Lyn Smith & Serena FaithMany people believe that you can't be happy unless you're in a relationship, but this week's guest, Serena Faith, is here to talk to Lyn about why being single is actually a great time to work on yourself, so you can discover how to thrive on your own and attract healthier relationships going forward! KEY TAKEAWAYS Many people fear being single because it may trigger past abandonment, which can generate feelings of worthlessness and rejection. Some women are conscious of their biological clock, and feel an inherent need to partner with a man just so that...2023-05-0431 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastBreak Up - How To See The Upside - Lyn Smith & Dr. Andrea "The Break Up Doc"Lyn is joined by Dr Andrea Liner "The Break-Up Doc", who specialises in helping people move through and beyond the trauma of breakups, to discuss how to effectively reframe our own painful past so we can move on and attract a happier, healthier, life & relationship(s). KEY TAKEAWAYS When we have a lot of history with someone, we can often become reliant on that person, or feel that we owe them in some way, even though the relationship no longer works for your or their benefit. It's important to shift the narrative around breakups, and stop...2023-04-2031 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastDivorce: The Move-On Method - Lyn Smith & Lucinda TestoLucinda Testo a divorce recovery coach joins Lyn to discuss her ground-breaking 'Move On' method, which aims to give women a strategy to help them fast track their healing and define their new identity so they can create a life they love after divorce. KEY TAKEAWAYS Almost seventy percent of marriages end with the woman initiating the divorce proceedings. But even when we choose divorce, it is disappointing to admit the end of something that we've put so much work into. Healing the past and putting yourself in the right mindset are the first steps to...2023-04-1328 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastFinding 'The One' - with Lyn SmithLyn talks from her personal experience in helping others find the ultimate love of their lives, and shares what she's discovered is the single factor that may be preventing you from doing so. KEY TAKEAWAYS If our goal is to find 'the one', then it is worth spending time uncovering our personal beliefs and understanding whether or not they are supporting that goal. We are usually not 'consciously' aware of any negative/ limiting beliefs that may be preventing us from finding love. For example, you may be thinking or speaking out loud statements such as "Why...2023-04-0612 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastManifestion Mastery - Managing Your Emotions - with Lyn Smith'The Secret' of successfully attracting what we want in terms of our desires in life, essentially lies in becoming a master of managing our emotions, in this episode, Lyn shares the art of manifesting and specifically managing our emotions so we can attract the love and life we deserve. KEY TAKEAWAYS Our feelings are an indictor of what we're attracting. If we are not in a positive emotional state, then we often attract the exact opposite of what we really want. Which can keep us in a negative emotional state, leading us to attract yet more...2023-03-3013 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Trust Your Intuition In Dating & Relationships - Lyn Smith & Eleanor MacDonaldLyn welcomes Eleanor MacDonald, a dating and relationship coach, who joins the show to discuss the importance of listening to, and trusting, the voice of our own intuition so we can increase our chances of finding and experiencing healthy love. KEY TAKEAWAYS When we begin to ignore the red flags that signal when someone is not right for us we will persistently make bad choices when choosing a partner, which over time can lead to feelings of unworthiness & demoralisation. We all deserve to feel happy, fulfilled, and know the true feeling of what healthy love is...2023-03-2331 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastDating/ Relationships - What's Trending? - Lyn Smith & Cristina GonzalesCristina Gonzales is a psychologist who specialises in working with adults and couples. This week, Cristina joins Lyn for a discussion about the pros and cons of non-traditional romantic relationships that seems to be currently trending in the world of love, dating and relationships. KEY TAKEAWAYS The traditional form of monogamy is not cutting it for some adults these days, who are interested in exploring new ways of spicing up their dating and love life. Many find the prospect of being 'exclusive' for the rest of their lives, a scary thing to consider. If that's their...2023-03-1631 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhat Is Higher Love? - Lyn Smith & Marie-Sophie Van De PasLyn is joined by Marie-Sophie Van De Pas, Founder and CEO of LoveChamp, to discuss the concept of higher love - how it manifests itself, and the positive difference it can make in the evolvement of our relationships. KEY TAKEAWAYS Higher love is something that manifests itself on your path, and something we can feel is approaching. It is the result of our energy vibration building up to a certain point. Higher love is often described as a soulmate, twin flame or divine counterpart relationship, because it feels a little more mystical and...2023-03-0924 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastVenus: The Three Step Dating Method - Lyn Smith & Tarun GulatiTarun Gulati is the founder of ADIOS - A Dialogue In Object Silence - dedicated to helping people develop a regular habit of contemplation through deep thinking, so we can get clarity and experience peace of mind.Returning guest Tarun joins Lyn for a conversation around Venus, his three-step dating process so you can understand yourself better and use a tried and tested approach to finding healthy, long term love. KEY TAKEAWAYS If you live your life looking outward instead of inward, then you don't have the best connection with yourself. This means that...2023-03-0232 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Train Your Inner Counsellor - Lyn Smith & Tarun GulatiTarun Gulati is the founder of ADIOS - A Dialogue In Object Silence - dedicated to helping people develop a regular habit of contemplation through deep thinking, so we can get clarity and experience peace of mind. Tarun joins Lyn to talk about the value of being your own inner counsellor, and how the path to clarity and peace of mind begins by asking ourselves empowering questions so we can calm the negative influences of the external world. KEY TAKEAWAYS Contemplation is a form of deep thought - dedicating one's self to focus on...2023-02-2332 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhy Relationships Can Change When You Become A Mum - Lyn Smith & Lola BrognanoRelationships are an ever-evolving thing, especially when we become mothers, our lives can change radically. In this episode, Lyn is joined by Lola Brognano, a maternal mental health therapist, to talk about the ways in which we can identify and prepare for any challenges that may happen and what we can do to bring back that loving feeling. KEY TAKEAWAYS The very act of becoming pregnant can sometimes be a traumatic experience, and one that can definitely leave behind its own share of anxieties and mental scars. Mothers who are not supported in their relationships, often...2023-02-1634 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastThe Six Codes of Love - Lyn Smith & Adora WinquistLyn is joined by author and vibrational medicine expert, Adora Winquist, to discuss the six codes of love and how to recognise and take the most valuable lessons from adversity so we can turn them into empowering positive experiences. KEY TAKEAWAYS The Six Codes of Love explained - Release, Forgiveness, Gratitude, Faith, Trust, Surrender. When we face challenges in life, we often believe that we have been set back in some way. However, we can take valuable positive lessons from any temporary adversity that can always empower us. The scars we gain through life are...2023-02-0933 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastPerfection or Pleasure? - Lyn Smith & Erica WiederlightErica Wiederlight a sex, love and relationship coach joins Lyn, to talk about what led her to the work she performs, and why ‘pleasure’ should always be prioritised over the attaining of ‘perfection’ to experience the most fulfilling relationships KEY TAKEAWAYS Self love is about appreciating everything about ourselves, especially our physical attributes. Feelings of doubt or self-loathing don't just extend to the body - they can also negatively impact the mind. If we change ourselves to suit the needs and desires of others then we can never find true fulfilment. We have to prioritise and learn to...2023-01-1931 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhat's Your Current Attachment Style? - Lyn Smith & Dr Mari KovanenLyn is joined once more by Dr Mari Kovanen, a psychologist and dating coach who specialises in relationship therapy, to talk about the 4 different Attachment Styles, and how they affect and impact our romantic relationships, so we can understand why repeat patterns occur in our love life and how to resolve them. KEY TAKEAWAYS An Attachment Style stems back to the original bond we developed as a child with our early care givers, and is the place from which we learned our own relationship behaviours, especially when a relationship is threatened. The 4 Attachment Styles are 1.Secure, 2...2022-12-1535 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhat Are The 4 Feminine Dating Archetypes? - Lyn Smith & Lilli BewleyLyn is joined by Lilli Bewley, a dating coach dedicated to helping people find lasting love, to discuss the feminine dating archetypes, and why they matter, so that we can reveal and understand our blocks to love & attract our true love match. KEY TAKEAWAYS There are 4 Feminine Dating Archetypes 1. Chill Woman, 2. Fortress Woman, 3. Goddess Woman, 4. Magnetic Woman. There are ways to determine if someone is good for us or not, and it isn't a skill that we're taught, it's something we have to figure out for ourselves. The Fortress Woman closes her heart and blocks access...2022-12-0834 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastDo You Recognise These 3 Top Toxic Traits? - Lyn Smith & L'Renee NixLyn is joined by Best Selling Author, Transformative Love and Relationship Coach, L'Renee Nix, to talk about unhealthy relationships and the 3 Top Toxic Time-Wasting Traits that either you or they may (unconsciously) have/ had, so that you can recognise them and create healthier relationships going forward. KEY TAKEAWAYS When you're a high achiever, you do not always want to hear that you have failed. Constructive criticism can be tough to take, but we can't learn and grow unless we know. It's all very well to have an ideal in mind, but measuring a real person against...2022-11-1733 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined Podcast4 Keys To Dating With Confidence - Lyn Smith & Navi BlissLyn is joined by relationship coach, Navi Bliss, who has a strong passion to help other women to fall in love with themselves and step into their bliss! Lyn and Navi discuss the ways in which we can build self-esteem, and learn to love ourselves as a priority so we can date with confidence. KEY TAKEAWAYS When we absorb the negativity of others, it impacts our self-confidence. We often look to be positively validated 'externally' by other people, but the real work needs to be done 'internally' within ourselves. The things that have hurt...2022-11-0337 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhat 'Energy Type' Are You? - Lyn Smith & Syeda NearyLyn is joined by Syeda Neary, a self-worth and relationship coach, to talk about the 5 Human Design Energy Types. The Energy Types is how we exert energy and exchange it with the people around us, which explains how we make decisions. Identifying our own Energy Type can lead to us having more fulfilling and happier relationships. KEY TAKEAWAYS So many women downplay their lives and accomplishments because they're not given the encouragement to celebrate them. We need to empower more women. Too many of us are afraid to show emotions and believe that we must exist...2022-10-2733 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined Podcast“Ghosting” - Why It Happens - with Lyn SmithGhosting has become a curious, common phenomenon in the world of dating - when a person simply stops communicating, answering, and refuses to engage, this can lead to sense of confusion, loss and a lack of closure, but what makes people do it? In this episode, Lyn talks about ghosting, and explains the main reasons why it happens. KEY TAKEAWAYS Dating can sometimes stop being a priority for people, and other life events/ factors may overtake their desire/ readiness to commit to a relationship. This can derail someone's interest and cause them to need...2022-10-1317 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastThe Difference Between Intimacy And Sex – Lyn Smith & Andrea MaynesWARNING - This episode contains strong themes of an adult nature, including sexually explicit descriptions and language. Please be advised. Lyn is joined by Goddess Andrea Maynes, a tantric practitioner and sexual guide, to discuss the difference between intimacy and sexual intimacy. KEY TAKEAWAYS Sensuality is the deployment of all the senses in order to pleasurably stimulate. It doesn't necessarily result in sex. it is more the delight taken in arousing the senses. Intimacy does not mean a sexual relationship. It can be a deep friendship, or the nurturing of close family relationships. Our...2022-10-0631 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined Podcast10 Ways We Self-Sabotage Our Relationships - Lyn Smith & Lorraine LaPointeLorraine LaPointe is a Mindset Wellness Specialist who helps people believe that love is possible and can happen faster than they may think. In this episode, Lorraine joins Lyn to talk about 10 self-sabotaging behaviours and how they can hold us back from experiencing true love and happiness in our relationships. KEY TAKEAWAYS We each have a judging voice inside of us which steps forward and judges first self, then others, and then circumstances. We all have a full range of self-sabotaging attributes within us. Work can only be done on dismantling them or making...2022-09-2936 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastSex Advice For Seniors - Lyn Smith & Suzanne NobleSuzanne Noble is a co-host of the Sex Advice For Seniors podcast, aiming to smash the myth that lovemaking is only for younger adults. Suzanne joins Lyn to talk about her work, and why sex can still be fun and enjoyable, no matter what your age. KEY TAKEAWAYS When we reach a certain time of life, it becomes far easier to engage in relationships without the sense of attachment that we sometimes feel when we're young. As a relationship progresses, the passion usually dies down in favour of domesticity. This suits many people, but for some...2022-09-2233 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Feel (Good) Enough - Lyn Smith & Aneta GrabiecLyn is joined by Aneta Grabiec, a wellbeing consultant and mindfulness facilitator, to discuss how to feel (good) enough - for life, for love, and most importantly for ourselves. KEY TAKEAWAYS Our bodies, moods, behaviours and lifestyle are affected by our hormones. Psychology (our mindset) also plays a huge part, and must always be taken into consideration. Society and the media set unrealistic expectations for women on how they should look and what is and isn't considered attractive. We must change these societal expectations to accepting we are attractive just as we naturally are, and help...2022-09-0827 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastIs Your Man Being Verbally Abusive and Combative? - Lyn Smith & Branch IsoleLyn is joined by author, Branch Isole, to discuss the issue of male partners who are suddenly verbally abusive and combative and talk about what are the deep-rooted causes behind these unexpected shifts in their character which create this hurtful behaviour. KEY TAKEAWAYS Men and women are 'different' not just physically, but emotionally, behaviourally and in the way our brains work. We engage with people and places throughout each day, and our minds are constantly shifting in direction. To become more balanced we have to become more aware of our thoughts and self-talk. Relationships that work...2022-09-0130 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastThe New Relationship Paradigm (Twin Flames / Divine Counterparts) - Lyn Smith & Emily TuckEmily Tuck is a holistic practitioner. She joins Lyn this week, to talk about the new relationship paradigm - Twin Flames / Divine Counterparts (Power Couples) dynamic. KEY TAKEAWAYS Twin Flame / Divine Counterpart relationships are unconventional, and have their own set of rules and phases. At the core, it focusses upon bringing power couples together for a mission/ purpose, which is bigger than themselves for the greater good of humanity and the world. Twin Flame / Divine Counterparts do lots of healing, inner personal/ self development and ascencion work prior to meeting, as well as during any separations...2022-08-2525 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow Men Sabotage Their Relationships - Lyn Smith & Alex TerranovaLyn is joined by Alex Terranova, who offers a male perspective on the question of why men sabotage their relationships, and what we can do to prevent it. KEY TAKEAWAYS Men are taught to work hard, suck up their feelings, conform to society's ideal of what masculinity is, and to develop a toughness that matches other men. When men connect with their inner feelings, and begin to express a desire to be different, it can make them seem odd when they compare themselves to other men. When men pull away, the connection between themselves and their...2022-08-1830 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Create Healthy Boundaries - Lyn Smith & Nicole MonteiroNicole Monteiro is a psychologist and boundaries coach, who joins Lyn this week, to discuss the ways we can implement healthy boundaries into our life and relationships, so that we can ensure we remain happy and comfortable in our healthy feminine energy, and create more balance, passion and intimacy. KEY TAKEAWAYS Many people have difficulty in maintaining healthy boundaries, which can lead to burnout and a lack of connection to our healthy feminine energy. Important knowledge about who we are, and the power of healthy feminine energy has been lost over time, as so much misinformation...2022-08-0426 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhy Am I Still Single? - Lyn Smith & Ieva KambarovaiteLyn is joined today by Ieva Kambarovaite a relationship coach and author to talk about the subject of her book - 'Why Am I Still Single?' - they give guidance and love advice on how you can attract your ideal partner. KEY TAKEAWAYS It's vital that we stay authentic and be ourselves. If we project a false image, we will never find lasting true happiness. We will be acting/ hiding behind it for the rest of our lives. As women we need to embrace our healthy feminine energy. This attracts healthy masculine energy. If we...2022-07-2127 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastCheating: 7 Signs & Red Flags! - with Lyn SmithLyn offers a short guide on the subject of cheating and goes through seven tell-tale signs that indicate that infidelity may be happening in your relationship! KEY TAKEAWAYS If they've cheated on a partner before, and let you know about it, this could be a red flag. A serial cheater will usually reveal to you who they really are. Being overly secretive/ protective of their phone may signify that they are hiding something that they do not wish you to know about. Being more argumentative - particularly if you're questioning or wanting details about where they've...2022-07-1413 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastThe Power of Masculine Energy - with Lyn SmithLyn continues the conversation from her last episode around energy, this time focussing on the power of 'healthy' masculine energy, how best to access it, and the benefits of using it in the right way so you can attract / create more passion, aliveness and fulfilment. KEY TAKEAWAYS Healthy masculine energy plays a huge part in having successful relationships. When a healthy masculine energy person comes together with a healthy feminine energy person, it generates incredible passion, attraction and chemistry. There is healthy masculine energy, and unhealthy masculine energy. healthy masculinity comes from the heart, a place...2022-06-3012 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastThe Power of Feminine Energy - with Lyn SmithLyn talks about the power of 'healthy' feminine energy and how to reclaim it in order to attract / create more passion, aliveness and fulfilment. KEY TAKEAWAYS As women, if we get hurt, heartbroken or experience trauma, it can cause us to default into our masculine energy. By doing this, we do not exude our natural core 'healthy' feminine energy that men are really attracted to. We can also default into 'unhealthy' feminine energy, this comes from a place of fear and doubt. It is mind based, and the traits we display as a result, include clinginess...2022-06-2313 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhat Is Self-ology? - Lyn Smith & Deborah McPhilemyLyn talks to Deborah McPhilemy, a Selfologist and Author, to discuss what Self-ology is, and how it helps in first building a better relationship with ourselves, so that we can then have more successful healthier relationships with others. KEY TAKEAWAYS Selfology is the study of the self. It helps people to understand themselves more, so they can form a better relationship with themselves. By getting to know ourselves better, we can focus more on who we are, what we want and who we want. This means that when we enter into a relationship, it's likely to...2022-06-1627 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow Masculinity Impacts Our Romantic Relationships - Lyn Smith & Dan FaillDan Faill is an expert in masculinity and how it impacts our romantic relationships, he joins Lyn today to discuss masculinity, how identity plays a part, and why conversations about it should be out in the open. KEY TAKEAWAYS Many men are tired of the "toxic" debate, which seems to place men into either a "toxic" or not category. Masculinity is an ongoing discussion that needs to be brought more to light. Having open conversations will help to dispell any confusion around what is or isn't, healthy / unhealthy masculinity. The truth is often suprising and not...2022-06-0234 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhy You Haven't Got The 'Love Life' You Want - Lyn Smith & Dr Thomas JordanLyn is joined by clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst, Dr Thomas Jordan, the author of 'Learn To Love', to talk about the sometimes surprising ways in which we learn to love, and how raising our awareness will help us to find/ create lasting love. KEY TAKEAWAYS The divorce rate currently sits at 50% on first marriages, 60% on second marriages, and an incredible 73% on third marriages. If something is learned then it can be unlearned, and something better put in its place. The first step is always to bring things back into our consciousness. Many believe that relationships should...2022-05-2642 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastThe Secrets Behind A Joyful Relationship - Lyn Smith, Damon and KaToya SumnerLyn has invited married couple, KaToya and Damon Sumner, who have been together for 17 years, to discuss the importance of communication, and the secrets behind how to create a joyful relationship. KEY TAKEAWAYS Marriage is a journey of learning, living and growing. It is getting to know someone else completely, and seeing their life as complimentary to your own. Perception comes from reflection. It's always good to stop and consider the things we have experienced in our past, and remembering where we took the greatest learnings. Marriage is a balancing act. It is the joining of...2022-05-1936 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Feel Unapologetically Enough - Lyn Smith & Carrie SeversonLyn is joined by Carrie Severson, the author of 'Unapologetically Enough', the raw, relatable story of what happened when she stopped negatively questioning everything about herself and her life and instead started asking what her life would be like if she loved and accepted herself as being 'enough'. KEY TAKEAWAYS When we learn to love ourselves abundantly and fully, we realise that we are enough. This leads to a deep sense of satisfaction. Life is always there for the taking. Never assume that because we reach a certain age, or that certain experiences and opportunitiues have...2022-05-1229 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhat is ‘Fawning’ In Relationships? - with Lyn Smith & Nischa PhairLyn is joined by Nischa Phair, a trauma-informed pleasure educator, and the founder of SomaBody Pleasure Work, to talk about how she helps people rebuild positive connections between their brain and heart, and her incredible book 'Fawn: When No Looks Like Yes', about the ways in which we are sometimes conditioned to go along with things we might not feel comfortable with. KEY TAKEAWAYS Fawning is a relatively new term, and is used to describe a stress response - a thing we do in order to feel comfortable and safe that seeks to limit the amount...2022-04-2834 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastSuccessfully Healing After Divorcing A Narcissist - Lyn Smith & Coree SullivanLyn talks to divorce recovery coach and bestselling author, Coree Sullivan, about how we can identify the traits of narcissism and how she healed the scars left behind after freeing herself from being in a relationship with a narcissist. KEY TAKEAWAYS Everyone is triggered by something, be it relationships, health issues, work or finances. Anger, irritability or frustration at these kinds of things are normal and should never be mistaken for narcissism. Narcissists will never take responsibility for being wrong. They lay blame, it is always someone else's fault, or the situation's fault. Narcissists often create...2022-04-0741 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Tap Into Your Feminine Power - Lyn Smith & Alena ChapmanIn this episode, Lyn is joined by best-selling author, Alena Chapman, to discuss how we can tap into our Feminine Power, and why we should always listen to the internal voice of our intuition and wisdom when it comes to choosing our direction in life. KEY TAKEAWAYS Divinity is what lies behind the door of our higher consciousness. When you connect with your intuition, you are connecting with the highest wisdom of your being. Intuition often steers us on a subconscious level towards success and away from fear. We should always listen and embrace this inner...2022-03-3140 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Prepare For A New Love Relationship - Lyn Smith & Devin GrindrodLyn talks to Devin Grindrod, the founder of Spiritually Balanced, to discuss the best ways we can prepare ourselves, mentally, emotionally and spiritually whilst on the exciting journey towards attracting a new love relationship. KEY TAKEAWAYS There is always an element of healing involved in preparing for a new relationship. We can effectively use the special period of time we have as a singleton to focus on ourselves by working on self-worth and healing any past heartbreak(s). Seeking to improve our communication skills, being able to articulate the needs we have and practising self-love, are...2022-02-1030 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Use Your Intuition To Attract Love - Lyn Smith & Vaishali NikhadeThis week, Lyn invites Vaishali Nikhade, a psychic clairvoyant reader, to have a discussion about how to use your intuition in love and improve your chances of attracting a healthy fulfilling relationship. KEY TAKEAWAYS Building our intuition is the same as building any other muscle in our body. It requires training and consistent practice, which then ultimately becomes a positive life enhancing tool. Look at the relationships that you have had in the past, and the period of time when you first met that person. Do you remember what your gut feeling was, and did it...2022-01-0626 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow Childhood Experiences Impact Our Relationships - Lyn Smith & Bianca JohnsonLyn is joined by spiritual life coach, Bianca Johnson, for a fascinating conversation on the topic of how adverse childhood experiences can negatively impact our future relationships. KEY TAKEAWAYS Often, when relationships fail repeatedly, we look for 'external' reasons why this might be happening, only occasionally coming to the conclusion that the common dedominator might be ourselves. When we struggle with our mental and emotional health, we often make peace with it by assuring ourselves that our physical health is a good substitute. The stronger the emotional response that is attached to a positive or negative...2021-12-2343 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastKnowing Your Self-Worth - Lyn Smith & Hara BloomLyn is joined by Hara Bloom, a personal power coach from Bali, who joins the show to talk about the value in discovering, nurturing and maintaining your own self-worth, and how by doing so we can live a more empowered and happier life. KEY TAKEAWAYS Knowing our self-worth requires us to take a deep look into the very heart of ourselves and to give ourselves the gift of the time needed for self-reflection and introspection. When we do not have self-worth, we put the needs of our partners and others before our own, thereby reducing our...2021-12-1637 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhere Focus Goes, Energy Flows - with Lyn SmithIn this very special episode, Lyn herself is flying solo, in order to deliver a personal experience to enable you to easily attract your ultimate intimate, healthy soulmate relationship. As Lyn discusses, our mind-set has a direct influence upon the positive or negative energies we exude, and how this in turn affects the type of energy we attract from others. KEY TAKEAWAYS Mind-set is crucial in order to achieve a lasting, healthy, fulfilling relationship. We need to be open to becoming more aware, so we can to look at things from new empowering perspectives...2021-12-0223 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhy Being Your Natural Feminine Creates More Attraction And Passion - Lyn Smith & Nicole KellidisLyn talks to confidence and self-love coach, Nicole Kellidis, about feminine v's feminism, and how it may impact our relationship and a man's masculine energy, including how we can sometimes unintentionally emasculate the men in our lives. It's a discussion that proves why stepping more into our healthy feminine energy can lead to greater attraction, passion and fulfillment in our relationships. KEY TAKEAWAYS Exuding your healthy feminine energy is about relinquishing control and seeing your vulnerability as your greatest strength, thereby increasing your feminine power and ability to fully connect in a healthy relationship with a...2021-11-2547 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhy Do We End Up In Unhealthy / Toxic Relationships? - Lyn Smith & Nicole KellidisLyn talks to confidence and self-love coach, Nicole Kellidis, about the reasons we may find ourselves constantly attracting unhealthy, even toxic, relationships and what we can do to break the cycle. KEY TAKEAWAYS The moment that we realise we are an equal part of a relationship, and that we have as much power as the other person, is when we can really change things. Healing begins with ourselves, and so does any decision. By trusting ourselves and determining whether to repair or leave the relationship, we have taken the first step. Every challenge or obstacle in...2021-11-0431 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastAre You A People-Pleaser? - Lyn Smith & Helen SnapeThis week, Lyn is joined by Helen Snape, a healthy relationship coach, to talk about people-pleasing. Some people go all out to please others, sometimes at the cost of their own happiness. As Lyn and Helen discuss, bringing happiness to others can be a very special gift, but always needs to be done in moderation and balanced with giving love & happiness to self first. KEY TAKEAWAYS No one teaches us how to conduct healthy relationships. We learn along the way. But we should never be afraid to ask for guidance and be open to receive outside...2021-08-2633 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Date Your Mate - Lyn Smith & Julia McCurleyWhat do we do when our feelings towards our partners go stale after the initial rush of love? In this week's show, Lyn is joined by relationship expert and professional matchmaker, Julia McCurley, they discuss how to keep that fire alive - how best to date your mate... KEY TAKEAWAYS We can keep the spark alive by reminding ourselves to care for our significant other. Look for ways to show that you still care - big or small. We may believe that grand gestures are the ones that matter most, when in reality, small moments of...2021-08-1237 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhat Is Sexual Alchemy? - Lyn Smith & Rebecca LowrieThis week, Lyn is joined by Rebecca Lowrie, an expert in men's sexuality, self-awareness and personal/ spiritual development, who joins the podcast to discuss the concept of Sexual Alchemy - what it means, and how you can achieve it with your partner. KEY TAKEAWAYS Sexual Alchemy is a profound transformational journey and process that leaves you more confident, self-aware and deeply connected to who 'you' really are. Our energies connect more naturally with certain people than others (regardless of their gender). This is not a fault, it's just a vibrational matching of energies with others who...2021-08-0532 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHealing From Abuse - Lyn Smith & Seth KatzThis week, Lyn talks to life coach, Seth Katz about healing from abuse, including the journey Seth himself took in order to overcome his own trauma, and how he now helps others to do the same. KEY TAKEAWAYS When it comes to healing, the first step is to admit that pain has been caused. This can be difficult, especially for many men, because they want to be perceived as strong, and in their mind they may feel it's weak to talk about how any past abuse has affected them. The after-effects of abuse manifest themselves in...2021-07-2935 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined Podcast3 Top Tips To Improve Your Relationship - Lyn Smith & Nour Al TamimiThis week, Lyn talks to confidence coach, Nour Al Tamimi, who specialises in helping others to connect with their spirituality and confidence, and shares 3 top tips on how we can instantly set about improving our relationships.. KEY TAKEAWAYS Realignment in life is when an experience causes us to look again at the things we hold important, and question our place in the world. Healthy relationships are built on a foundation of having clear communication. By having this in place, we prevent the build up of any silent resentment. When talking with our partners, we must become...2021-07-0133 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Use Tantra To Heal And Enhance Our Relationships - Lyn Smith & Diana CiolcaLyn talks to Diana Ciolca, a tantric female sexuality mentor she helps women to heal their relationship wounds by showing them how to falling madly in love with their bodies and rise into their power. Diana discusses her fascinating journey to the specialism she now practices, and how we can use tantra to heal our emotional wounds and discover our authentic sensual expression. KEY TAKEAWAYS By healing our hearts and ourselves, we begin to fundamentally understand and recognise the ways in which we can help others to achieve the same balance & harmony. Healing is a dramatic...2021-06-0337 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastThe Love Letter To Money - Lyn Smith & Charlene BosworthThis week, Lyn welcomes special guest, Charlene Bosworth, who joins Lyn to discuss money and how it impacts every aspect of our lives, including love and relationships, and how by being at peace with money, we can prevent it from ever becoming a barrier to finding love or damaging our current / future relationships. KEY TAKEAWAYS Relationships are not always as beautiful or as perfect as we would like them to be. We occassionally have to be prepared to overcome challenges, this sometimes takes hard work and we have to understand that we're going to fail from...2021-05-2033 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastBreaking The Silence - Lyn Smith & Perry PowerWARNING - This episode contains strong themes of an adult nature, including sexually explicit descriptions and language. Please be advised Lyn is joined by Perry Power, who after enduring years of depression and suicidal thoughts, took the astonishingly brave step of speaking out on TikTok about the sexual abuse he experienced as a child. Perry also talks about the importance of breaking the silence that survivors suffer, and the empowering ways he has dealt with healing his own trauma. KEY TAKEAWAYS An unfortunate reaction upon discovering sexual abuse in a family situation, is the...2021-04-1533 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastA Good Girl Doesn't Do That - Lyn Smith & Keld PetersenWARNING - This episode contains strong themes of an adult nature, including sexually-explicit descriptions and language. Please be advised Lyn is joined by erotic hypnotherapist, Keld Petersen, to discuss how he helps women achieve orgasm through hypnotherapy. They also talk about Kelds own 'swinging' experiences & preferences, and the ways in which sexual taboos are now being explored more in society. KEY TAKEAWAYS Around 10% of sexually-active women have never experienced an orgasm. Up to 50% of all women are not happy with the frequency of sexual climax. It's a huge issue that can be solved for...2021-04-0132 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastExploring Sensuality - Lyn Smith & Jill Wigmore-WelshIn this episode, Lyn talks to wellbeing specialist Jill Wigmore-Welsh, about the ways in which can increase our sensuality and optimise our wellbeing and relationship potential.  KEY TAKEAWAYS By tapping into the positive energy of others, and allowing ourselves to receive it effectively, we can all amplify our sensual experience of life. Life is a journey, and we sometimes forget to fully enjoy and appreciate the things around us along the way. Within an intimate relationship, we can practice tuning into each others nuances and subtle energy shifts, which allow us to give and receive yes a...2021-02-1833 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastAre You Unintentionally Sabotaging Your Relationships? - Lyn Smith & Elizabeth KarinaLyn is joined by relationship expert and coach, Elizabeth Karina, to discuss how we sometimes sabotage our relationships without even realising we are doing it.  KEY TAKEAWAYS No partner is ever the same, and so we must do our best to give everyone a clean slate when we enter into a new relationship. Everyone deserves an equal chance to contribute to our happiness. Recognising any past baggage we may have brought into a relationship, and taking responsibility for identifying it and letting it go, is actually an act of great self-empowerment. The process of reinventing the w...2021-02-1140 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastCreating And Keeping A Healthy Relationship - Lyn Smith & Nicolas CanonLyn is joined once more by special guest, Nicolas Canon, to discuss how to build and maintain trust with our partners, leading to far healthier and happier relationships.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Finding a relationship that excites us is sometimes a difficult thing to do. We long for chemistry and passion, but at the same time many of us shield ourselves against being hurt or betrayed. It can be a delicate balancing act. We are always in control of our own destiny. We cannot put all the blame on others for the way our past relationships turned out. W...2021-02-0442 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastThe Power Of Vulnerability - Lyn Smith & Ronnie ThomsonLyn is joined by marriage and mind-set coach Ronnie Thomson, to discuss the unexpected and often overlooked power of vulnerability. Many see vulnerability as a weakness, but in actual fact it is one of our greatest strengths. In this week's conversation, Lyn and Ronnie talk about when it is safe to be vulnerable and how that can massively positively impact a loving relationship.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Unlocking the power of our vulnerability gives us an incredible sense of freedom, and with that comes an innate sense of trust. Allowing ourselves to be vulnerable within a h...2021-01-2136 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastDating v's Marriage - Lyn Smith & Ambila NathLyn talks to returning guest Ambila Nath, a spiritual dating and relationship coach, in this weeks episode to discuss the benefits and sometimes the drawbacks of taking a leap towards making relationships official - moving from dating towards more committment, cohabiting and actual marriage -  and how these concepts translate across different cultures.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Psychologically, the step of becoming married to our partners can add many benefits, but may also remove the sense of freedom and impulsiveness that keeps romance alive. Many choose to simply keep cohabiting these days, even across cultures in which this ha...2020-10-2230 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastUnderstanding Emotions – It May Not Be What You Think - Lyn Smith & Lori CarpenosIn today’s episode Lyn talks to Lori Carpenos a best-selling author and marriage counsellor specialising in family therapy, about the times in our lives when we need to understand our emotions, stand on our own two feet, and let our own common sense, intuition and feelings lead us v's when we should lean upon others for wisdom, guidance and support. KEY TAKEAWAYS There are always moments in life that require the wisdom & guidance of others. We should recognise the value in surrounding ourselves with those who will enrich our lives. By dwelling purely within ourselves, we...2020-10-1530 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastLet's Talk About Sex And Intimacy - Lyn Smith & Calandra BalfourWARNING - This episode contains strong themes of an adult nature, including sexually explicit descriptions and language. Please be advised.Today, Lyn is talking to Calandra Balfour, a sex educator and wellness expert, about sex and intimacy, subjects that many find difficult to vocalise, but which are essential components in every loving healthy relationship. Lyn and Calandra discuss why intimacy can never be the only thing that holds a relationship together, and how to revitalise sexual passion when things begin to wane. KEY TAKEAWAYS Relationships are based upon intimacy, but they are...2020-10-0138 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastRecognising The Impact Of Conflict In Divorce - Lyn Smith & Suzy MillerLyn talks to divorce strategist, public speaker, and trainer, Suzy Miller, about the ways in which we can make sure divorce is peaceful by recognising the impact of conflict. KEY TAKEAWAYS Many believe that divorce itself is a conflict-ridden experience, but this is a misconception. The attitude in which we approach the process will determine its outcome. It is always worth calling in a alternative professional to handle divorce matters. Using a solicitor is an expensive way of processing administration duties. Conflict doesn’t just lead to emotional anguish, but very real mental health issues. A di...2020-08-2738 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Use The Power Of Your Feminine Energy - with Lyn SmithHow to use the power of polarisation. Your host, Lyn Smith talks about masculine and feminine energy and how it affects your relationships in today’s episode of HEARTS Entwined.   KEY TAKEAWAYS  Healthy Polarised Masculine and Feminine Energy. These kinds of relationshipsare coming from a place of love and are the strongest since it's the healthy polarisation of energies that attract / create more passion, intimacy & fulfilment. Strive to be in this kind of relationship. Where the power is in the healthy polarisation. Healthy Masculine Energy he's a chivalrous protective assertive man  Healthy Feminine Energy she's...2019-03-0711 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastWhy Men Distance Themselves - with Lyn SmithIf you want to understand more about the masculine and feminine energy states that influence our intimate relationships then this episode is for you. Lyn Smith ‘The Queen of HEARTS’ shares her expertise and insights for attracting / creating the relationship you want. KEY TAKEAWAYS How do you stop being too available, accommodating and attainable? When you are in a low-value feminine energy state, how do you change things? If you feel more invested in the relationship than he is then your low-value feminine energy state needs to be acknowledged and addressed. Wait before responding to any comm...2019-01-3121 minHearts Entwined PodcastHearts Entwined PodcastHow To Attract / Create Lasting, Long Term Love - with Lyn SmithHow can you achieve the mindset that will lead you to long term love? In this episode, Lyn Smith ‘Queen of HEARTS’ explains how to change your mindset and attract / create the lasting, long-term intimate relationship you’ve dreamed of. If you are open to working on your mindset to achieve what you’ve always wanted then this podcast is for you. KEY TAKEAWAYS You need to build strong foundations to attract / create a lifetime relationship and having the polarisation of energies in the relationship is key. Equality is about having equal opportunities in life, no...2019-01-3125 min