What is Gaslighting?

In the world of Instagram and TikTok, many of us are hearing and using terms that we don't truly understand. Gaslighting is one of those terms. In today's episode, Laura is going to walk you through what the term gaslighting actually means, how to recognize the signs big and small, understand the emotional and spiritual impacts of gaslighting, and what healing can look like. You can subscribe today at AccessMore or wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode.

The word triggered has become common language in our culture today. But, do you really know what it means? Today, Laura will unpack what a trigger actually is, what a trigger is not, how to identify when you are triggered and how to work through one if you are having it. You can subscribe today at AccessMore or wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode.

Does mental health ever become a crutch more than healing? In today's episode, Laura will discuss how the answer is yes, and it happens to all of us. She will be talking about the role of discomfort in the healing process, when mental health becomes a shield from feeling that discomfort, how to identify when avoidance interrupts growth and some tools to help navigate when you get stuck. You can subscribe today at AccessMore or wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode.

Have you ever wondered if it's ok to have boundaries in marriage? Today, Laura will be talking about how it's not only ok but it's actually good for your marriage. She will talk about what boundaries in marriage are, how to establish them, what to do if there are obstacles, and how it will actually benefit you and your marriage. You can subscribe today on AccessMore or wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode.

Do you ever find it easier just to keep doing what you're doing, rather than what's healthy? In today's episode, Laura is going to have a frank conversation about why you might feel this way. She will be unpacking identifying how these situations are indicative of unhealed woundings, how to connect with this inner "teen" and ways to use the technique of reparenting to help you heal. You can subscribe today at AccessMore or wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode.

Do you ever wonder how trauma might manifest in your adult life in ways you don't expect? Today, Laura will be talking about what to look out for. Whether it's perfectionism, inner criticism, difficulty with emotional regulation, struggle in relationships, she is going to help you identify them and give you some practical tools to navigate healing. You can subscribe today at AccessMore or wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode.

Have you ever had trouble identifying your feelings? In today's episode, Laura is going to talk about one of the major reasons this might be difficult. She will discuss what carried feelings are, how to identify them and what to do with them. You can subscribe today at AccessMore or wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode.

Have you ever wondered how to tell the difference between anxiety and intuition? In today's episode, Laura will be discussing the difference between the two, how to identify it in your life, and how to strengthen intuition and calm anxiety. You can subscribe today on AccessMore or wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode!

Do you feel highly offended? Or do you find yourself offending others? In today's episode, Laura is going to talk about this very important topic. She will talk about what it means to be offensive and what it means to be offended, how to manage extremes, and what to do if I have offended someone or am offended by someone. You can subscribe today on AccessMore or wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode.

Did you know that you can hold someone accountable without blaming or holding a grudge? There is a very big different between acknowledging hurt that someone has caused and holding a grudge. In today's episode, Laura is going to discuss the differences and why it is important, and how to move from a grudge into accountability. You can subscribe today on AccessMore or wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss and episode.