The Terri Cole Show

Do you feel like you are walking on eggshells in your relationship? Do you worry that anything you say (or don't say) might set your partner off? Do you work overtime to avoid doing or saying anything that will upset them but still somehow fail? If you answered yes to any of these questions, today's episode is for you. I'm unpacking the signs and symptoms of walking on eggshells, describing what that phrase looks and feels like IRL, and giving you ideas of what you can do to break this exhausting cycle. Read the show notes for today's episode at terricole.com/472 This episode is sponsored by Rocket Money. Cancel your unnecessary subscriptions right now at rocketmoney.com/terri. Seriously, it could save you hundreds of dollars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Hailey Magee (@haileypaigemagee on Instagram, which is where I found her), a certified coach, educator, and writer who helps individuals set empowered boundaries and break the people-pleasing pattern. It's no surprise I loved her content the moment I saw it, and I had to have her on the show so she could share her unique perspective. We chat all about setting boundaries with and on social media, the nuance of boundaries (that social often doesn't allow the space for), figuring out whether to break off a friendship, and so much more. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. Read the show notes for today's episode at terricole.com/471 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you think that people who are generally happy are simply born that way? That it is just in their nature to be glass half full types? I believe it is slightly more complex than that. As a psychotherapist with 25 years of experience, I can tell you that it is possible to purposely build habits that curate more happiness in your life. So if you could use a little more happiness, today's episode is for you. I'm sharing my top happiness curating tips with you, along with the mindset you can adopt if you want to experience more joy in your life. Read the show notes for today's episode at terricole.com/470 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I am so happy to have best-selling authors Lisa Garr and Marci Shimoff on the show to talk all about miracles and happiness habits. I look to both of these women for inspiration during tough times and they never fail to deliver. Read the show notes for today's episode at terricole.com/469 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you settling in your life? In your relationships? In your career? Maybe in a friendship or a family situation? If you feel like you are settling for less than you actually want, for any reason, then this episode is for you. I share a few telltale signs you might be settling for less, a few examples of when I settled in the past, and what to do if you no longer want to settle. Because you deserve so much more, my friend. Read the show notes for this episode at terricole.com/468 This episode is sponsored by Rocket Money. Cancel your unnecessary subscriptions right now at rocketmoney.com/terri. Seriously, it could save you hundreds of dollars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I am so excited to welcome my pal Steven Washington to the show. His new book, Recovering You: Soul Care and Mindful Movement for Overcoming Addiction, is full of inspiration, accessible tips, and beautiful stories. It's honestly for anyone, not just those who are overcoming addiction. In this conversation, Steven and I chat about his journey from addicted and numbing to feeling and moving, the tools he used to stay sober, and why his dharma is all about mindful movement. I hope you enjoy it. Read the show notes for this episode at terricole.com/467 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When something bad happens to someone you dislike, do you feel a little glee inside? Maybe a lot of glee? Or do you cheer when the villain in a movie or TV show gets what's coming to them? There is a German word for the feeling of joy we get from the suffering or misfortune of others: schadenfreude. The other day, I wondered: is there an opposite of schadenfreude? There is, and it's called freudenfreude. This is when you find joy in the success and happiness of others. (It's an English word created from a German word where "freuden" means "joy.") Today's episode is all about why we experience schadenfreude, its high cost, and how to find real happiness in the joy of others. Read the show notes for today's episode at terricole.com/466 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm welcoming back frequent guest Andrea Owen to chat about the new edition of her book, How to Stop Feeling Like Shit: 14 Habits That Are Holding You Back from Happiness. We talk about aging well, not allowing shame to control us, and recognizing the importance of our own feelings. Read the show notes for today's episode at terricole.com/465 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you feel about New Year's resolutions? Do you like them? Do they work for you? Or… do you get to February and realize you've barely made progress on them? If you aren't a fan of New Year's resolutions, you are not alone. Only 8% of people keep their New Year's resolutions, and nearly 80% fail by February. Not great odds. That's why today's episode contains a therapeutically designed process to help you unpack 2022, honor your experiences, and understand your growth so you have clarity on the changes you want to make for 2023. It's my favorite sacred ritual to start the new year as it leaves me energized and clear about what's ahead. Read the show notes for today's episode at terricole.com/464 This episode is sponsored by Rocket Money. Cancel your unnecessary subscriptions right now at rocketmoney.com/terri. Seriously, it could save you hundreds of dollars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you been wondering recently whether your substance use is normal? Do you find yourself drinking more than you would like, smoking every day, or taking gummies every night to help you sleep? How do you tell when using substances to cope with the circumstances of life becomes a problem? If you have been asking these questions, you're not alone. Recently, so many of my listeners have been writing to me with questions just like that. I invited today's guest, sober coach and friend Patty Powers, so that I can ask her all of the questions about substances that you have been asking me. Not only is she a friend who I have worked with professionally for many years, Patty was also the one who helped a very dear family member of mine when they relapsed. Listen to today's episode to get some clarity: When does substance use become substance abuse? And what can you do to support healing if you recognize problematic substance use in yourself or a loved one? Read the show notes for today's episode at terricole.com/463 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices