Episodes

  • Getting Strong: Setting Boundaries without Losing Relationships

    Getting Strong: Setting Boundaries without Losing Relationships
    May 1 2026
    Are you a naturally nurturing person who finds that acts of loving kindness are being mistaken for invitations to be taken advantage of or manipulated? For many generous souls, the moment they begin setting boundaries, the pushback can feel enormous.This is the painful reality for one mother, whose question forms the focus of this episode: "I finally realized my daughter is manipulating me... I have started saying no. This has made her really angry. She is worse than ever and threatens to cut me off if I do not give her whatever she wants."How do you keep your boundaries without losing your child?In this essential discussion, Dr. Carla Manly is joined by clinician and host Dr. Darcy Sterling to provide expert tips on how to create and maintain strong, healthy boundaries, navigate uncomfortable conflicts, and avoid falling back into old, detrimental patterns.We often think that giving our loved ones everything they want and need is the right thing to do. And this is especially true for those of us who are naturally nurturing and giving. Yet, from my experience, I've found that certain people mistake acts of loving kindness for invitations to take advantage--or even abuse--generous souls. When this occurs, eye-opening moments often help the giver realize they are being used or manipulated. And if strong boundaries are then put in place, the push-back can be enormous. Today, I'm joined by a terrific clinician who will provide tips to help you create and maintain healthy boundaries.Topics discussed include family, friends, children, adult children, parents, parenting, emotional blackmail, boundaries, demands, ultimatums, estrangement, conflict avoidance, tolerance, discomfort, healthy boundary setting, empathy, validation, listening, reinforcement, negative behaviors, people-pleasing, and imperfect love.Sensitive Episode: Please note that this episode contains sensitive material; listener discretion is advised.Emergency Assistance Details: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911," "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline), or SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). As applicable, additional resources may be provided in the show notes. Non-Emergency Online Mental Health Information: https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/and https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder/healthy-living/mental-health-and-relationshipsIMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert is offering medical or psychological direction or advice; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanlyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_loveTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manlyBooks by Dr. Carla Manly:Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love Fearlessly Aging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and Beyond The Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships Imperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:Etsy AmazonConnect with Dr. Darcy Sterling:Website: https://www.askdrdarcy.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdarcysterlingFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDarcySterling/Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanlyLinkedIn:
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    46 mins
  • Coming Together: Tips for Turning Conflict into Connection

    Coming Together: Tips for Turning Conflict into Connection
    Apr 24 2026
    Are you conflict avoidant? Do you find it tough to face difficult conversations? Are you filled with anxiety when it's time to talk to certain people about your thoughts or feelings? As a clinical psychologist, I've learned that many people struggle with communication, especially when it comes to discussing challenging topics with romantic partners, friends, or family members. Yet when you learn to face conflict and other relational issues with emotional intelligence, you and your relationships can actually get stronger. Today's expert, Dr. David Zierk, will walk us through the intricate journey of how to deepen your relationships by turning conflict into connection. Topics discussed include emotional intelligence, conflict, fighting, conflict resolution skills, vulnerability, shutting down, stonewalling, insecurity, trauma, childhood trauma, habituation, conditioning, beliefs, mindset, marriage, divorce, validation, self-reflection, relational intelligence, romantic partner, friend, family, family dynamics, family patterns. Please note that this episode contains sensitive material; listener discretion is advised. Emergency Assistance Details: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911," "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline), or SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). As applicable, additional resources may be provided in the show notes.Non-Emergency Online Mental Health Information: https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/and https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder/healthy-living/mental-health-and-relationships IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert is offering medical or psychological direction or advice; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanlyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_loveTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manlyBooks by Dr. Carla Manly:Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love FearlesslyAging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and BeyondThe Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached RelationshipsImperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:EtsyAmazonConnect with Dr. David Zierk:Website: http://davidzierk.com/Podcast: https://www.davidzierk.com/podcast/Book: http://davidzierk.com/bookInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdavidzierk/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-zierk-psyd-ab99302/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dr.DavidZierkConnect with Dr. Carla Manly:Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanlyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_loveTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manlyBooks by Dr. Carla Manly:Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love FearlesslyAging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and BeyondThe Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached RelationshipsImperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:EtsyAmazonLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://drcarlamanly.com/
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    51 mins
  • Unlock Joy and Get Unstuck: Reconnecting with Your Inner Child!

    Unlock Joy and Get Unstuck: Reconnecting with Your Inner Child!
    Apr 17 2026
    Do you have a healthy inner child or do unresolved childhood hurts and wounds keep you stuck? No matter how old (or young) you are, a process called "reparenting" can help you discover and work with emotions and wounds that may keep you entrapped in patterns that leave you hurting and unfulfilled. Today, I'm joined by Dr. Katy Cook, a top-notch inner child specialist who will guide us through the journey of getting to know, heal, and love that precious inner child within you. Dr. Cook is a psychologist, author, and co-founder of the Inner Child Care app. Topics discussed include secure attachment, insecure attachment, inner child healing, inner child work, reparenting, inner critic, criticism, self-worth, negative beliefs, self-doubt, imposter syndrome, validation, emotional abuse, neglect, childhood, parenting, healing, self-compassion, and self-talk. Please note that this episode contains sensitive material; listener discretion is advised. Emergency Assistance Details: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911," "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline), or SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). As applicable, additional resources may be provided in the show notes.Non-Emergency Online Mental Health Information: https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/and https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder/healthy-living/mental-health-and-relationships IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert is offering medical or psychological direction or advice; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanlyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_loveTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manlyBooks by Dr. Carla Manly:Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love FearlesslyAging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and BeyondThe Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached RelationshipsImperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:EtsyAmazonConnect with Dr. Katy Cook:Website: https://www.drkatycook.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkatycookFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586197941963InnerChild: https://www.innerchild.careThe Psychology of Silicon Valley: https://www.amazon.com/Psychology-Silicon-Valley-Emotional-Unintelligence-ebook/dp/B07Z4LT5V8Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://drcarlamanly.com/
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    50 mins
  • Artificial Intelligence--Friend or Foe? Best AI Practices for Kids, Parents, and Older Adults

    Artificial Intelligence--Friend or Foe? Best AI Practices for Kids, Parents, and Older Adults
    Apr 10 2026
    AI--artificial intelligence--has upsides, but many people are increasingly concerned about the very real downsides that come with the overuse or misuse of AI. Parents are increasingly worried about the impact on children's cognitive abilities and social skills. And even adults who embrace AI have questions about what's really safe and what's not. And when we look at AI and how it might harm not just the young but those who are older, there's a lot to consider, and a great deal to learn. To walk us through some of these vital issues, I'm joined by Stephen Balkam, founder and CEO of FOSI (Family Online Safety Institute), an international nonprofit devoted to making the online world safe for everyone.Topics discussed include artificial intelligence, computers, screentime, online safety, AI friends, AI friendships, cognitive skills, emotional skills, relational skills, children, teens, older adults, aging adults, elderly, elderly population, loneliness, isolation, friendship, social skills, parents, cyberbullying, Grok, ElliQ, xAI, Anthropic, attachment, resilience, tolerance, and emotional attachment.Sensitive Episode: Please note that this episode contains sensitive material; listener discretion is advised.Emergency Assistance Details: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911," "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline), or SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). As applicable, additional resources may be provided in the show notes.Non-Emergency Online Mental Health Information: https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/and https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder/healthy-living/mental-health-and-relationshipsIMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert is offering medical or psychological direction or advice; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanlyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_loveTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manlyBooks by Dr. Carla Manly:Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love Fearlessly Aging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and Beyond The Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships Imperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:Etsy AmazonConnect with Stephen Balkam:Website: https://fosi.org/, https://www.stopbullying.gov/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sbalkam/Twitter/X: https://x.com/StephenBalkamLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenbalkamTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fosiLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://drcarlamanly.com/
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    46 mins
  • Healing the Parent-Child Relationship with Grace with Hilary Mae

    Healing the Parent-Child Relationship with Grace with Hilary Mae
    Apr 3 2026
    Despite our hopes and dreams, the mother-daughter relationship isn't always easy or free of troubles. In fact, if you are a daughter--or have one--it's likely that you've had your share of challenges along the way. Yet, by breaking intergenerational patterns that hold us back from the type of connection we yearn for, we can pave the way toward healthier, more attuned relationships with those you love. If you're seeking more emotional safety, repair, and reconnection, you'll enjoy this heartfelt conversation with a top therapist, Hilary Mae, who focuses on boosting healthy love. With thoughtful tips that apply to mother-daughter, mother-son, parent-child, and family relationships in general, this episode has the power to foster healthy connections in every area of your life. Topics discussed include communication, mother, daughter, mother-daughter relationship, mother-son relationship, parenting, adult children, family, healthy communication strategies, intergenerational patterns, accountability, love, listening, empathy, attunement, attachment, connection, repair, understanding, emotional safety, abuse, boundaries, healthy dynamics, unhealthy dynamics, and self-growth. Sensitive Episode:Please note that this episode contains sensitive material; listener discretion is advised.Emergency Assistance Details: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911," "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline), or SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). As applicable, additional resources may be provided in the show notes.Non-Emergency Online Mental Health Information: https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/and https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder/healthy-living/mental-health-and-relationships IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert is offering medical or psychological direction or advice; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanlyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_loveTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manlyBooks by Dr. Carla Manly:Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love FearlesslyAging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and BeyondThe Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached RelationshipsImperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:EtsyAmazonConnect with Hilary:Website: https://www.hilarymae.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/motherdaughtertherapistFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hilarymaeco Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://drcarlamanly.com/
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    41 mins
  • Attachment Style Reset: 9 Steps to Secure Love

    Attachment Style Reset: 9 Steps to Secure Love
    Mar 27 2026
    You've likely heard a lot about attachment styles and how they impact your life and your relationships. Yet you might not have had a chance to dive into the details that will help you understand, heal, and even change your own attachment style, whether it's anxious, avoidant, disorganized, or somewhere in between. As a clinical psychologist and attachment theory expert, I'm consistently stunned by the immense power a person's attachment style plays in the health and quality of their relationships--and their overall wellness. Today, we'll explore attachment theory and the nine key steps you can take to create secure attachment and boost the quality of your relationships and your life. Topics discussed include attachment theory, secure attachment, insecure attachment, dismissive attachment, avoidant attachment, anxious attachment, ambivalent attachment, disorganized attachment, unresolved attachment, attunement, safety, security, romantic relationships, marriage, family, friendship, communication, feelings, emotions, I messages, reflective listening, mirroring, wounds, triggering, emotional wounds, repair, rupture, love, healing, psychotherapy, and self-love.Resources: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4085672/https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14616734.2024.2342665#d1e464Sensitive Episode: Please note that this episode contains sensitive material; listener discretion is advised.Emergency Assistance Details: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911," "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline), or SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). As applicable, additional resources may be provided in the show notes.Non-Emergency Online Mental Health Information: https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder/healthy-living/mental-health-and-relationshipsIMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert is offering medical or psychological direction or advice; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanlyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_loveTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manlyBooks by Dr. Carla Manly:Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love Fearlessly Aging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and Beyond The Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships Imperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:Etsy Amazon
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    36 mins
  • Transforming Trauma and Anxiety with Mindfulness, Connection, and Love Featuring Dr. James Gordon

    Transforming Trauma and Anxiety with Mindfulness, Connection, and Love Featuring Dr. James Gordon
    Mar 20 2026
    Billions of people around the world are affected by trauma, and none of us are immune. Whether you've experienced trauma in childhood or adulthood, the impact can be pervasive and long lasting. And in today's divisive, unsettled world, traumatic experiences seem to be lurking at every turn. This often creates feelings of overwhelm, powerlessness, and anxiety. Yet I've found that hope and healing are possible when you have the right tools. To guide us on this journey, I'm joined by the amazing Dr. James Gordon (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesgordonmd/), Harvard-educated psychiatrist, pioneer of mind-body medicine and integrative medicine, and Founder /CEO of The Center for Mind-Body Medicine (https://cmbm.org/). Dr. Gordon is a clinical professor at Georgetown Medical School and former chair of the White House Commission on Complementary and Alternative Medicine Policy under Presidents Clinton and G.W. Bush). He is the author of Transforming Trauma: The Path to Hope and Healing and other important works.Topics discussed include trauma, healing, connection, body-mind medicine, holistic medicine, integrative medicine, individual therapy, group therapy, population-wide trauma, political divisiveness, shamans, healers, physicians, and patient care.Sensitive Episode: Please note that this episode contains sensitive material; listener discretion is advised.Emergency Assistance Details: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911," "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline), or SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). Online: https://mentalhealthhotline.org/ptsd-hotline/. As applicable, additional resources may be provided in the show notes.Non-Emergency Online Mental Health Information: https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder/healthy-living/mental-health-and-relationshipshttps://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsdIMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert is offering medical or psychological direction or advice; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanlyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_loveTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manlyBooks by Dr. Carla Manly:Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend (https://www.amazon.com/Joy-Fear-Carla-Marie-Manly/dp/1641701218)Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love Fearlessly (https://www.amazon.com/Date-Smart-Transform-Relationships-Fearlessly/dp/1641704675)Aging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and Beyond (https://www.amazon.com/Aging-Joyfully-Optimal-Relationships-Fulfillment/dp/1641701412)The Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships (https://www.amazon.com/Joy-Imperfect-Love-Creating-Relationships/dp/1641709057)Imperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:Etsy (https://www.etsy.com/listing/1757477615/imperfect-love-reflection-oracle-cards)Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Imperfect-Love-Reflection-Oracle-Cards/dp/B0D1Z5M4YK)Connect with Dr. James Gordon:Website: https://cmbm.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindbodymedFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MindBodyMedLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesgordonmd/, https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-center-for-mind-body-medicine/
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    51 mins
  • PARENTING WITH PRESENCE TO CONNECT AND HEAL!

    PARENTING WITH PRESENCE TO CONNECT AND HEAL!
    Mar 13 2026
    If you're a parent, you might expect yourself to automatically have the right skills and inherent ability to help your child thrive. Yet no matter your child's age, you've likely found that parenting is no easy task. As every child is unique, even the most well-prepared parents often find themselves struggling. If issues such as neurodivergence and trauma enter the picture, things can get even more challenging. And because there's no single tip that fits all situations, today's top expert, Dr. Debra Kessler, has an impressive array of research-backed strategies that can help children–and their parents–become more self-aware, resilient, and confident. Topics discussed include neurodiversity, ADHD, trauma, bullying, IFS, Internal Family Systems, dominant culture, parenting, attunement, healing, school, emotions, emotional intelligence, ruptures, repairs, compassion, confidence, resilience, self-awareness, emotional connection, children, empowerment, and well-being.Please note that this episode may contain sensitive material; listener discretion is advised.Emergency Assistance Note: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling “911” or “988” (Suicide and Crisis Hotline). Support/informational links are in the show notes. IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert in this (or any episode) is offering medical or psychological direction; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanlyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_loveTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manlyBooks by Dr. Carla Manly:Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love FearlesslyAging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and BeyondThe Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached RelationshipsImperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:EtsyAmazonConnect with Dr. Debra Kessler:Website: https://drdebrakessler.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dtkessler/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-kessler-17441012/Resources: https://drdebrakessler.com/resourcesLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://drcarlamanly.com/
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    50 mins