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Embodied Love Rising: Love Deeply. Live Authentically. Heal Completely.Breaking the Cycle: Overcoming Unhealthy Relationship PatternsHave you ever wondered why certain relationship dynamics seem to repeat themselves—why you keep choosing the same type of partner, facing the same conflicts, or feeling stuck in the same frustrations? In this episode of The Secure Space, Dr. Coleman dives deep into the origins of these recurring patterns, uncovering how they’re shaped by early life experiences and sustained by the brain’s preference for the familiar.Discover how attachment styles influence the way we connect, and learn why even unhealthy dynamics can feel comforting. This episode offers actionable steps to identify and challenge the limiti...2025-04-1114 minEmbodied Love Rising: Love Deeply. Live Authentically. Heal Completely.Too Much, Too Soon? How to Recognize and Deal with Love BombingIn today’s episode of Embodied Love Rising, Dr. Marchell Coleman takes us deep into the emotional labyrinth of love bombing—a manipulative pattern often disguised as affection, intensity, or romance. If you've ever found yourself swept off your feet only to crash hard later, this conversation is for you.From viral proposals to grand romantic performances, we’re seeing more public displays of affection than ever—but is it love or performance? And how do you know the difference?Together, we’ll explore:What love bombing really is—and why it’s so confusing...2025-04-0439 minEmbodied Love Rising: Love Deeply. Live Authentically. Heal Completely.Love Behind Bars: Stories of Longing and LossIn this powerful and timely episode of Embodied Love Rising, Dr. Marchell Coleman opens the door to one of the most complex and stigmatized relationship journeys: women who love and marry incarcerated men. Through a trauma-informed, attachment-based, and embodied lens, Dr. Marchell explores the emotional, psychological, and spiritual dynamics at play in these deeply intimate yet often misunderstood relationships.We unpack urgent questions about safety, emotional need, fantasy, and devotion—especially in light of the tragic deaths of two women, Tania Vanessa Corpuz Thomas and Stephanie Dowells, during conjugal visits at Mule Creek State Prison. Their stories re...2025-03-2945 minEmbodied Love Rising: Love Deeply. Live Authentically. Heal Completely.Are Single People Really Happy? Breaking the Myth of “Alone = Lonely”In our last episode, we explored how to shift your mindset when it feels like love is happening for everyone but you. But what if you’re not searching for love right now—because you’re actually thriving in your singlehood?In this episode Dr. Marchell Coleman dives deep into a question that challenges long-standing societal norms: Are single people really happy being single? Spoiler alert: Many are not only content—they're flourishing.We unpack the myth that happiness must come from a romantic relationship and explore why so many single individuals feel empowered, fulfilled, and deep...2025-03-2320 minEmbodied Love Rising: Love Deeply. Live Authentically. Heal Completely.Why Does Everyone Else Get to Have a Love Life and I Don’t? Why Does Everyone Else Get to Have a Love Life and I Don’t?Ever feel like love is happening for everyone except you? You’re not alone. In this episode of Embodied Love Rising, Dr. Marchell breaks down the truth behind this common feeling, the hidden blocks that keep love at a distance, and how to shift your mindset to attract the relationship you deserve.We’ll explore: 💔 The comparison trap—why social media makes love seem effortless 🧠 The subconscious beliefs that might be blocking you from love ❤️ How people actually meet t...2025-03-1531 minEmbodied Love Rising: Love Deeply. Live Authentically. Heal Completely.From Situationships to Secure Love – Navigating Modern DatingFrom Situationships to Secure Love – Navigating Modern DatingAre you tired of almost relationships, mixed signals, and emotional uncertainty? In this episode of Embodied Love Rising, we’re diving into the world of situationships—what they are, why they happen, and most importantly, how to move toward the secure, fulfilling love you deserve.Join Dr. Marchell Coleman as she breaks down:✔️ The emotional and psychological impact of undefined relationships✔️ Why people stay in situationships (and how attachment patterns play a role)✔️ How to shift from confusion to clarity in your dating lif...2025-03-0723 minEmbodied Love Rising: Love Deeply. Live Authentically. Heal Completely.Growing Up with Attachment: How Early Bonds Shape Adult LoveSupport the show2025-03-0110 minEmbodied Love Rising: Love Deeply. Live Authentically. Heal Completely.The Art of Repair: How to Heal After Emotional Injuries in RelationshipsHave you ever wondered why some relationships thrive after conflict while others seem to crumble? In this insightful episode, Dr. Coleman explores The Art of Repair, revealing how to navigate emotional injuries and rebuild trust in ways that strengthen connection. From understanding why repair becomes more challenging over time to addressing cumulative hurt and small breaches of trust, this episode offers transformative insights for anyone looking to create healthier, more fulfilling relationships.What You’ll Learn:Why repair is the cornerstone of lasting connection.The impact of cumulative hurt and unresolved emotional wounds.How sm...2025-02-2122 minEmbodied Love Rising: Love Deeply. Live Authentically. Heal Completely.Black Love & Revolution – How the Black Power Movement Redefined RelationshipsIn this special Black History Month episode of The Secure Space, Dr. Marchell Coleman explores the lasting impact of the Black Power Movement on Black love, relationships, and family dynamics. From redefining gender roles to fostering economic empowerment and self-determination, this era reshaped how Black couples saw themselves and each other.Join us as we discuss:✔ Black love as a political act and a symbol of resistance✔ The role of the Black Panther Party in shifting gender dynamics and partnership expectations✔ How economic empowerment and "Do for Self" influenced Black relationships✔ The power of Black...2025-02-1415 minEmbodied Love Rising: Love Deeply. Live Authentically. Heal Completely.Special Edition: Love, Art, & Resistance – How the Harlem Renaissance Shaped Black LoveIn this special edition series for Black History Month, The Secure Space explores the evolution of Black love, resilience, and cultural identity through defining historical movements. In this episode, we journey into the Harlem Renaissance, a time when Black artists, writers, and musicians redefined love, self-expression, and identity.From the poetic brilliance of Langston Hughes, to the bold independence of Zora Neale Hurston, to the powerful partnership of Paul and Eslanda Robeson, this episode uncovers how love—whether romantic, artistic, or communal—became a revolutionary act of resistance and self-determination.We also examine the lasting impa...2025-02-0719 minEmbodied Love Rising: Love Deeply. Live Authentically. Heal Completely.Navigating Attachment Collisions: When Different Styles Clash in RelationshipsHave you ever felt like you and your partner are speaking completely different emotional languages? One of you craves closeness, while the other seems to need space? These moments of misalignment can create frustration and tension, but they also present an opportunity for deeper connection.In this episode of The Secure Space, Dr. Coleman unpacks what happens when different attachment styles collide in relationships. Through real-world examples and expert insights, you’ll learn:Why attachment clashes happen and the deep emotional roots behind them.How anxious, avoidant, secure, and disorganized styles interact in relationships.Strategies to br...2025-01-3117 minEmbodied Love Rising: Love Deeply. Live Authentically. Heal Completely.Healing the Bond: Why Black Love Deserves Its Own SpacePodcast Episode 2: Healing the Bond: Why Black Love Deserves Its Own SpaceIn this episode of The Secure Space, Dr. Marchell Coleman explores the transformative power of Black love and why it deserves its own dedicated space in conversations about relationships. Building on last week’s discussion about attachment styles, we dive into the unique challenges and strengths of Black relationships, shaped by cultural heritage, generational trauma, and enduring resilience.Discover how attachment theory intersects with the complexities of Black love, the pain and power of healing from the past, and actionable steps to...2025-01-2417 minEmbodied Love Rising: Love Deeply. Live Authentically. Heal Completely.The Blueprint of Love: How Your Childhood Shapes Adult RelationshipsThe Secure Space – Episode Title: The Blueprint of Love: How Your Childhood Shapes Adult RelationshipsEver wonder why certain relationship patterns seem to repeat, or why trust and intimacy can feel challenging? In this episode of The Secure Space, Dr. Coleman dives into the profound connection between your childhood experiences and how you show up in love as an adult.Explore the fascinating world of attachment theory—originally developed by John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth—and uncover how the four primary attachment styles (secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized) influence the way you handle trust...2025-01-1820 minEmbodied Love Rising: Love Deeply. Live Authentically. Heal Completely.Building a Secure Foundation: The First Step to Transforming LoveWelcome to the very first episode of The Secure Space, where evidence-based strategies meet heart-centered wisdom to transform how we love. Hosted by Dr. Marchell Coleman—a licensed counselor with over a decade of experience helping individuals, couples, and families—this episode is all about starting strong.Have you ever wondered why some relationships feel safe and effortless, while others leave you anxious or disconnected? In this episode, we uncover the truth behind those dynamics and explore how to build a secure foundation for love. Whether you’re single, in a relationship, or navigating something in between, this i...2025-01-1316 min