871 Why Children of Narcissistic Parents Struggle With Romantic Love

How do we find our way forward after an unimaginable loss? In this deeply moving episode, I sit down with Dr. Laura Berman to explore her personal journey through grief, the healing practices that helped her navigate the loss of her son, and how we can honor our loved ones while finding meaning and hope again. Get the full show notes at terricole.com/876

What if the patterns you struggle with today are rooted in the relationship you had with your father? In this special episode, I'm celebrating Father Wound Day by sharing an exclusive reading of the introduction and first chapter of my new book, exploring how unseen childhood wounds shape our self-worth, relationships, and the way we show up in the world. Get the full show notes at terricole.com/875 

Feeling overwhelmed by the constant noise and demands of everyday life? In this episode, I sit down with mindfulness expert and author Cory Allen to explore how we can break free from urgency culture, set healthier boundaries with technology, and rediscover a sense of calm in an increasingly overstimulated world.   Get the full show notes at terricole.com/874

Did you grow up with a father who was physically present but emotionally unavailable? In this episode, I explore how paternal emotional neglect can leave lasting wounds that shape our self-worth, relationships, and emotional well-being, and what we can do to begin healing. Get the full show notes at terricole.com/873

Why do we keep repeating the same relationship patterns, even when we know better? In this episode, bestselling author Sabrina Zohar joins me to unpack why we confuse chemistry with compatibility, how childhood wounds shape our relationships, and what it really takes to break the cycle. Get the full show notes at terricole.com/872

In this episode, I explore why growing up with a narcissistic parent can lead to repeated relationships with narcissistic partners, how childhood conditioning can cause us to mistake familiarity for compatibility, and what we can do to break the cycle. Get the full show notes at terricole.com/871

I sit down with John R. Miles, host of the Passion Struck podcast and author of The Mattering Effect: Creating a Life of Meaning and Worth, to explore what it truly means to feel valued and know that we matter. We discuss how the science of mattering can help us find greater meaning, create more balance, build reciprocal relationships, and develop a deeper sense of belonging and connection in both our personal and professional lives. Get the full show notes at terricole.com/870

In this episode, we explore the hidden costs of "good girl syndrome"—the people-pleasing, conflict-avoiding patterns that leave so many women overextended and underappreciated. Learn how these childhood survival strategies become adult liabilities, and practical affirmations and boundary-setting tools to help you reclaim your authentic self without apology. Get the full show notes at terricole.com/869

The relationship you had with your father may be influencing your career, earning potential, and financial confidence in ways you have never considered. In this episode, I explore the connection between father wounds, authority figures, and money, helping you recognize how early family dynamics can continue to shape your relationship with success and financial security. Uncover the patterns operating beneath the surface so you can begin untangling what may be holding you back. Read the show notes for today's episode at terricole.com/868

In this episode, psychotherapist and debut novelist Jessica Ann Pressler joins me to explore the concept of the "Traitor Within," the part of us formed in childhood that self-sabotages our adult relationships and emotional wellbeing. Drawing on nearly four decades of clinical experience, Jessica unpacks narcissistic abuse, trauma bonding, and why intelligent, self-aware people still stay in toxic relationships. The conversation weaves together insights from her psychological suspense novel, her own personal healing journey, and practical tools for rebuilding self-trust and shedding shame. You can get the show notes at terricole.com/867