The Connected Life
The Connected Life is a thought-provoking conversation about all the beautiful and messy ups and downs of life. Join Life Consultants Justin & Abi Stumvoll as they share vulnerable stories and practical wisdom that will lead you on a journey of connecting with yourself, others, and the world right in front of you. Their authentic, no-BS style will make you laugh, challenge you to dig deep, face your fears, and inspire you to love yourself and others more.
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339: The Courage to Rethink Your Faith Pt. 1
06/30/2025
339: The Courage to Rethink Your Faith Pt. 1
At some point, many of us reach a moment when our beliefs no longer fit the reality we’re living. In this episode, Justin and Abi open up about their personal journeys through deconstruction—what it looked like, what it cost, and how it ultimately deepened their faith. They unpack why questioning your faith isn’t rebellion—it’s often a necessary part of maturing spiritually. Whether sparked by suffering, disillusionment, or simply the invitation to grow, deconstruction invites us to reassess what we believe and why. But it’s not just about tearing things down—it’s about making space for love, humility, and a more authentic connection with God. This conversation covers everything from the emotional upheaval of spiritual uncertainty to the gift of discovering God is bigger—and kinder—than we imagined. If you’ve ever felt like you don’t belong in the faith circles you once called home, or like asking questions makes you dangerous, this episode will help you feel seen. Deconstruction doesn’t mean losing faith. Sometimes it’s the most radical act of trust. You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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338: Hormones: The Relationship Plot Twist
06/23/2025
338: Hormones: The Relationship Plot Twist
For many couples, navigating hormones can feel like walking through a minefield—unpredictable, emotionally charged, and often misunderstood. In this episode, Justin and Abi get personal about the challenges that come with PMS and shifting hormone cycles, offering a candid look into how it’s impacted their relationship over the years. From the physical discomfort to the emotional whiplash, Abi shares what it feels like to be in a hormone storm, while Justin gives voice to what it’s like to be on the receiving end. Together, they unpack misconceptions and dig into the power of validation, emotional ownership, and learning to communicate clearly—even when your nervous system is screaming. If you've ever felt crazy, dismissed, powerless, or unsure how to support your partner (or be supported), this episode is for you. You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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337: Boundaries in Romance Pt. 2
06/16/2025
337: Boundaries in Romance Pt. 2
Setting boundaries can sound easy in theory. But trying to implement boundaries when your nervous system is fried and you're knee-deep in a conversation that’s going off the rails is a whole different story. At times it can feel impossible, but with the right tools, anyone can become good at it. In part two of this series, Justin and Abi get personal about the real-life messiness of learning to set and hold boundaries in romantic relationships. They talk about how unresolved childhood patterns shaped their earliest conflicts, how compassion without boundaries created chaos, and how learning to communicate needs around capacity, time, and space helped protect their connection. They also open up about the painful trial-and-error of figuring out what respect looks like in practice—not just in intention. If you've ever felt guilty for needing space, afraid to disappoint someone, or confused about how to set boundaries without creating more distance—this episode is for you. You won’t want to miss out. You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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336: Boundaries in Romance Pt. 1
06/09/2025
336: Boundaries in Romance Pt. 1
For many of us, setting boundaries sounds reasonable outside of a romantic relationship. But what happens once you’re in deep—sharing a life, a home, and a bed? How do you navigate that kind of nearness? In part one of this two part series, Justin and Abi get personal about the power of boundaries inside a romantic relationship. They unpack the painful dance between autonomy and connection and share the chaos of their early years: the unspoken expectations, the fights about leaving parties, and the struggle to find themselves without losing each other. They also discuss how healthy boundaries preserve individuality while also becoming bridges to intimacy. If you want to create a thriving relationship where both parties feel secure to be fully themselves this series is just what you’re looking for. You won’t want to miss out. You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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335: Overcoming Emotional Hurdles in a Relationship Pt. 2
06/02/2025
335: Overcoming Emotional Hurdles in a Relationship Pt. 2
Most of us never learned how to share pain in a way that brings us closer. Instead, we vent, shut down, accuse, or spiral into fear—hoping to feel understood but often creating more disconnection in the process. But it doesn’t have to be that way. In part two of this two-part series, Justin and Abi get practical about how to communicate pain in a way that invites connection. They unpack how all-or-nothing language, judgment, and emotional weaponization drive partners further apart. They also share vulnerable stories about the moments they got it wrong, the mindset shifts that changed everything, and the practical tools they now use to stay safe and soft—even in conflict. Lastly, they explore the power of self-awareness, inward communication, emotional nuance, and learning to narrate what’s really happening inside. If you’ve ever wanted to be heard without hurting someone, or feel safer sharing your emotions without shutting your partner down, this episode is a powerful guide for building the kind of trust and closeness you’ve always wanted. Don’t miss out! You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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334: Overcoming Emotional Hurdles in a Relationship Pt. 1
05/26/2025
334: Overcoming Emotional Hurdles in a Relationship Pt. 1
Most of us were never taught how to share pain in a way that brings connection. We were taught to explode, shut down, or stay silent—and those patterns don’t just disappear when we get into relationships. In this episode, Justin and Abi explore the messy ways they both used to express pain—and the chaos it created in their marriage. From nonverbal shutdowns to emotional overwhelm and assumptions that turned into judgments, they explain how unspoken pain builds walls and leaves both people feeling powerless. You’ll hear how their childhoods shaped their reactions, how misreading each other’s signals led to bigger disconnects, and what it took to begin rewiring those patterns. If you’ve ever been told you’re “too much” when you try to share your feelings—or you find yourself constantly shutting down instead of opening up—this episode will help you understand why. This is part one of a two-part series—don’t miss it. You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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333: Toxic Empathy Vs Healthy Empathy
05/19/2025
333: Toxic Empathy Vs Healthy Empathy
Empathy can be one of the most destructive forces to connection—or one of the most powerful. Without it, relationships become cold and judgmental. But too much of it, without boundaries, and we lose ourselves trying to carry everyone else’s pain. So how do we find that middle ground? In this episode, Justin and Abi unpack what healthy empathy looks like, and what happens when it gets twisted into judgment or codependency. They share raw and personal stories from their own marriage—navigating chronic illness, financial stress, different upbringings, and PTSD—to show how empathy helped them heal long-standing patterns of resentment, disconnection, and pain. You’ll learn the difference between cognitive and affective empathy, how boundaries make empathy safer, and why being “too empathetic” can actually be a sign of unprocessed trauma. If you’ve ever struggled with being too empathetic, not empathetic enough, or confused about what empathy should look like in healthy relationships, this conversation is a game-changer. Don’t miss out! You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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332: Why You Push Love Away
05/12/2025
332: Why You Push Love Away
We’ve all experienced those people that seem hot one minute and cold the next. Their mixed signals keep us wondering if they want to be besties or secretly planning our demise. The ups and downs of it can feel like a whiplashing rollercoaster. Solving the mystery can seem impossible, but we might just have your answers! In this episode, Justin and Abi are joined by their long-time friend and fellow Life Consultant, Rachel, to shine a light on disorganized attachment and its impact on relationships. As three people who’ve operated out of it, they unpack the origins of this pattern, the push-pull dynamics it creates, and the internal shame, fear, and powerlessness that come with it. From childhood trauma to emotional incest, they reflect on how early wounds shape our nervous systems—and what it takes for people with disorganized attachment to create stable connections. If you’ve ever felt like you’re too much, too broken, or too confusing to love… this episode is for you. There is a path toward clarity, healing, and secure connection—and it starts with understanding. Don’t miss out. You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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331: There's Hope for Your Relationship
05/05/2025
331: There's Hope for Your Relationship
Most of us don’t realize how much of our relationship pain is rooted in old stories—until those stories start playing out with the person we love most. It’s easy to blame our partners for the chaos in a relationship. But what if the truth is that we’re all just scared kids trapped in adult bodies, equally making messes as we search for safety? In this raw and redemptive episode, Justin and Abi share the full arc of their healing journey—from trauma bonding and codependency to finding internal safety, building emotional resilience, and learning to love without self-abandonment. They reflect on the missteps, the meltdowns, the moments that nearly broke them, and the powerful shifts that changed everything. Together, they paint a picture of what it means to stop trying to fix each other and start healing from the inside out. If you’ve ever felt stuck in patterns you don’t understand, judged yourself for how you react, or wondered if your relationship could really change—this episode is for you. Don’t miss out! You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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330: A Guide to Expressing Your Emotions
04/28/2025
330: A Guide to Expressing Your Emotions
Most of us were never taught how to feel emotions—let alone how to express them in a way that feels safe for us and the people we love. From family dynamics to gender norms to childhood survival strategies, our emotional patterns were shaped long before we had words to describe them. In this episode, Justin and Abi dive into one of the most common relationship struggles: how we respond to emotions—both our own and others’. They explore the battle between “too emotional” and “not emotional enough,” sharing personal stories that reveal just how often those extremes are shaped by past pain. They also break down what’s really happening in these moments—threat responses, nervous system dysregulation, and internalized judgments—and show what it looks like to feel without becoming consumed. Whether you’ve ever been shut down for having big feelings or felt overwhelmed by someone else’s, this conversation will help you understand where those reactions come from and how to move toward emotional safety—for you and the people you care about. You won’t want to miss this episode—it might just shift how you see emotional connection altogether. You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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329: What’s Shaping Your Sex Life?
04/21/2025
329: What’s Shaping Your Sex Life?
Most of us were never taught to explore where our beliefs about sex came from—let alone how those beliefs affect our experience of it. From purity culture to porn culture, from family dynamics to religious messaging, our beliefs are shaped long before we’re ever in the bedroom. In this episode, Justin and Abi have a candid and compassionate conversation about the belief systems that shape our sexuality. They share personal stories—from childhood moments that left lasting impressions to conversations that helped them heal shame and find a new perspective. Together, they unpack the spectrum of sexual messaging—from repression to overexposure—and explore how to find a path toward sexual wholeness. Whether you’ve felt shut down, confused or ashamed, or simply want a deeper connection to your sexuality, this episode will help you identify where your beliefs came from and how to reshape them. You won’t want to this opportunity to make the most out of your sex life! You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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328: Fire Up Your Sex Life
04/14/2025
328: Fire Up Your Sex Life
Let’s be real—most of us didn’t get great sex ed growing up, and even fewer of us learned how emotional pain, shame, and past beliefs impact our sex lives. If your sex life has lost its spark or feels more like pressure than connection, you’re not alone. Many couples quietly struggle, unsure how to talk about it without blame or guilt. In this episode, Justin and Abi open up about their own journey with intimacy, from navigating physical illness and shifting hormones to learning how emotional safety, body presence, and communication shape a thriving sex life. They unpack why sex often changes in long-term relationships, how old wounds surface when real intimacy begins, and how building mutual value for sex can reignite passion and deepen connection. Whether you’ve felt distant in your relationship, shut down around sex, or just want to build something more fulfilling—this episode is full of compassionate, honest wisdom. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of how to talk about your sex life without shame and begin cultivating connection that feels life-giving, not performative. This conversation might just be the starting point your relationship needs. You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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327: The Magic of "Now"
04/07/2025
327: The Magic of "Now"
So many of us feel like we’re just going through the motions of life—rushing through tasks, ignoring our bodies, and avoiding the feelings that seem too big to face. But the more we disconnect from what’s happening inside, the more life starts to feel flat, disconnected, and exhausting. What if the real magic of life is found in slowing down and being present? In this episode, Justin and Abi explore what it really means to be present. They discuss how daily distractions pull us away from truly living life and how deep internal fears keep us from being with ourselves. Through personal stories of dissociation, grief, and healing, they invite listeners into a powerful conversation about the joy, connection, and love that become available when we stop running and start feeling. If you’ve been caught in constant busyness, numbing out with your phone, or avoiding parts of your story because they feel too big to handle—this episode is a gentle reminder that you don’t have to face it all at once. Presence is a practice. And even the smallest step toward noticing your internal world can bring more connection, clarity, and compassion than you imagined possible. You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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326: Opening Your Heart After Loss
03/31/2025
326: Opening Your Heart After Loss
Many of us have experienced moments of life that seem to unravel faster than we can hold them together. The crushing weight of our problems and pain can feel like they will leave us broken forever. But what if love has the power to change everything? In this episode, Justin and Abi sit down with their good friend Kyle as he shares about his journey through profound trauma, grief, and emotional shutdown—and what it looked like to slowly come back to life. From losing his mom to ALS, navigating early marriage while serving as a full-time caregiver, to watching his wife battle an eating disorder—Kyle opens up about the unexpected spiritual encounters that saved him from the self-loathing and despair that almost swallowed him alive. If you’ve ever felt locked in shame, burdened by trauma, or like you’ve lost yourself along the way—this episode is a reminder that there’s more to your story than the pain you’ve lived through and that healing starts with just a baby step towards love. You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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325: A Secret to Fueling Attraction
03/24/2025
325: A Secret to Fueling Attraction
Attraction isn’t just physical—it’s deeply emotional. When couples struggle with intimacy, it’s often because unprocessed pain has created invisible walls between them. Many people unknowingly fall out of attraction with their partners due to unresolved hurt, leading to a sense of emotional and physical disconnection. When safety is compromised, self-protection kicks in, and attraction fades. In this episode, Justin and Abi break down how emotional safety directly impacts physical intimacy and why issues in the bedroom are almost always tied to how couples relate to each other outside of it. They explore how resentment, bitterness, and unforgiveness can quietly erode attraction, while kindness, gentleness, and understanding can rebuild it. They also discuss one of the biggest threats to relationships—how partners speak to each other—and how subtle shifts in communication can reignite connection and desire. Most people don’t realize this, but repairing emotional disconnection is one of the most powerful ways to bring passion back to a relationship. If you want to keep attraction alive—or bring it back—this episode is for you. You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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324: What to Do When Your Partner Won't Change
03/17/2025
324: What to Do When Your Partner Won't Change
Nothing is more frustrating than feeling stuck in a relationship where your partner refuses to change. Maybe you’ve had the same conversation a hundred times, but nothing ever shifts. Maybe they acknowledge the problem but don’t take action. Or worse—maybe they don’t even see an issue at all. In this episode, Justin and Abi dive into what to do when you’re hitting a wall with your partner. They unpack the emotional toll of waiting for change, the difference between healthy patience and self-abandonment, and how to navigate the tension between acceptance and advocating for your needs. They also explore what true relational growth looks like—and why sometimes, the most powerful change you can make starts with yourself. If you’ve ever felt exhausted from trying to get your partner to evolve, this conversation will give you clarity, empowerment, and a new perspective on what’s actually in your control. You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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323: Bouncing Back from Betrayal
03/10/2025
323: Bouncing Back from Betrayal
Betrayal cuts deep—not just because of the actions themselves, but because of what they shake inside of us. We choose to trust, to be vulnerable, to let someone in… only to have that trust disregarded. The pain isn’t just in the betrayal itself—it’s in the shame, the humiliation, and the reality-shattering confusion that follows. In this episode, Justin and Abi unpack the emotional toll of betrayal and why it feels so destabilizing. They explore how gaslighting fuels the madness, why short-term efforts at repair aren’t enough to rebuild trust, and how holding strong boundaries is essential in the aftermath. They also discuss the power of love—not as something that makes us weak in the face of betrayal, but as a force that allows us to rise above it, freeing us from shame and reclaiming our self-worth. Betrayal is a universal experience, but it doesn’t have to define us. If you’ve ever struggled to make sense of betrayal—or want to learn how to rebuild trust without losing yourself—this episode is for you. You can WATCH us on Youtube at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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322: Church Hurt: Rage, Grace, & Everything in Between
03/03/2025
322: Church Hurt: Rage, Grace, & Everything in Between
For many, the church has been a place of deep wounding rather than healing. Whether you’ve personally experienced pain or watched destructive behavior unfold, it can feel impossible to stay connected to faith when the place meant to embody love feels anything but safe. In this episode, Justin and Abi explore the complexity of church wounds—why they happen, how they impact our sense of self-worth, and what it takes to move forward. They discuss the tension between forgiveness and accountability, the importance of boundaries, and the challenge of not mirroring the same judgment and hurt we’ve experienced. If you’ve ever struggled with disillusionment, frustration, or grief over the church, this conversation offers a space to process, reflect, and consider a path toward healing—on your own terms. You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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321: The Silent Killer of a Great Life
02/24/2025
321: The Silent Killer of a Great Life
Denial is one of the biggest roadblocks to living a full and abundant life—but most of us don’t even realize when it’s at play. It’s not always intentional or malicious; often, it’s an unconscious defense against pain, fear, and shame. But what we refuse to see, we can’t heal. In this episode, Justin and Abi explore how denial quietly shapes our lives, keeps us disconnected, and prevents us from receiving the care and compassion we need. They break down why we fall into denial, how it impacts our relationships, and the steps to start facing reality with grace. If you’ve ever felt stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed by the idea of facing hard truths, this conversation will help you navigate the process piece by piece—with self-compassion and a roadmap for growth. You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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320: Green Flags—What to Look For in Relationships
02/17/2025
320: Green Flags—What to Look For in Relationships
Red flags get all the attention—but what about the green flags? We’re so quick to call out what to avoid, but do we actually know what to look for in healthy, thriving relationships? In this episode, Justin and Abi dive into seven green flags that signal someone is a great person to build connection with—whether it’s romantic or platonic. They break down key traits that make relationships fulfilling, how to recognize them in others, and most importantly, how to cultivate these qualities in yourself. If you want to break unhealthy relationship cycles, attract quality connections, and become the kind of person who naturally draws great relationships, this conversation is for you. Listen in as they explore: ✅ The qualities that make someone a great friend or partner ✅ How self-love creates space for deeper connections ✅ Why emotional intelligence and ownership are game changers ✅ The power you have to shape your relationship dynamics You don’t just want good relationships—you want great ones. And that starts with knowing what to look for and who to become. Tune in now! You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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319: Bridging Faith and Emotional Health Pt. 2
02/10/2025
319: Bridging Faith and Emotional Health Pt. 2
Many have experienced a version of faith that prioritizes performance over authenticity, often leaving little room for emotional honesty or personal healing. In part 2 of this two part series, Justin and Abi continue their deep dive into the intersection of faith and emotional health, tackling the ways in which toxic forgiveness and spiritual bypassing prevent genuine healing. They explore how religious communities sometimes use forgiveness as a way to silence pain rather than restore relationships, and how the misuse of spirituality can dismiss real emotional struggles. They also discuss the urgent need for accountability in faith communities, challenging the harmful patterns that enable toxic behavior to go unchecked. If you've ever felt pressured to "just forgive and move on" without real resolution, or if you’ve wrestled with the tension between faith and emotional health, this conversation is for you. 🎙️✨ You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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318: Why We Compromise What We Want
02/03/2025
318: Why We Compromise What We Want
We’ve all had something we’ve wanted and found ourselves so desperate to obtain it, that we find ourselves compromising out of FOMO. In our anxiety, this ravenous hunger causes us to abandon our values and miss out on what we really want. The regret is real, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. In this episode Justin and Abi dig into the desperation trap and the impact of that on experiencing the life you really want. They discuss how desperation causes us to compromise our core values, ignore our intuition, and make destructive decisions out of fear. They also share insights on how to establish peace that will set you up for creating success in the areas that matter most. This episode will help you change the way you think, and liberate you from the FOMO trap! You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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317: Bridging Faith and Emotional Health Pt. 1
01/27/2025
317: Bridging Faith and Emotional Health Pt. 1
For many, institutionalized faith and emotional health often feel like two opposing worlds. This separation between spirituality and emotional intelligence has been a longstanding issue, preventing many from experiencing life to its fullest. But does it have to stay this way? In this episode, Justin and Abi dive into the essential partnership between faith and emotional health. They explore the lack of free thought in organized religion, the broken theology that hinders emotional healing for many Christians, and the critical role personal autonomy plays in becoming a healthy, empowered individual. They also share how their spiritual journeys led to profound insights into the human condition. If you’re looking to cultivate a balanced, whole life grounded in emotional health and a faith source greater than yourself—or if you’re seeking healing from wounds caused by organized religion—this episode is for you! 🎙️✨ You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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316: Creating the Life You Want
01/20/2025
316: Creating the Life You Want
Life can often feel like it’s happening to us. We can feel powerless to partners, children, friends, employers, and endless circumstances. We can choose to live like a pinball in a game we have no control over, or we can step out of the chaos and start playing the game with intention. In this episode, Justin and Abi dive into the impact of building a healthy lifestyle rooted in self-management. They cover everything from managing your emotions to shaping the vision you have for your life. They also explore ways to feel like you’re in the driver’s seat—without steamrolling the people you love. If you’re ready to reset how you experience life and take ownership of your story, this episode is for you! 🎙️✨ You can WATCH us at You can listen to us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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315: The Essential Ingredient for Growth
01/13/2025
315: The Essential Ingredient for Growth
It’s easy to feel stuck, endlessly looping through the same life cycles, and spinning our wheels. It can seem like we’re barely making progress, leaving us exhausted and defeated. But what if mastering one skill could shift the trajectory of our growth forever? In this episode, Justin and Abi sit down with their friend and fellow Life Consultant, Mariah, to explore the transformative power of learning how to receive feedback. They open up about their struggles with shame, the steps they took to get better at receiving feedback—no matter how it was delivered—and how this skill has profoundly impacted their relationships and overall well-being. If your healing journey feels like trudging through mud or you find yourself stuck in unbreakable cycles, this episode is exactly what you need. Don’t miss out! The final days to enroll in Reclaiming You are happening now! Last day to register is 1/18/25 Sign up at: You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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314: Reclaiming Your Power
01/06/2025
314: Reclaiming Your Power
At some point, we’ve all felt like life is happening to us. Losses, betrayals, misunderstandings, and unexpected challenges can leave behind pain and destruction that feels out of our control. The result? A sense of powerlessness as we’re left to clean up the mess. But what if we play a bigger role than we realize—and there’s more we can do about it than we think? In this episode, Justin and Abi sit down with their friend and fellow Life Consultant, Mariah Hardy, to explore how to reclaim your power, overcome trauma, and take back your life through the practice of personal ownership. Together, they reveal how personal ownership not only builds shame resilience but also breaks the cycles that have held us back for so long. Start 2025 on the right foot and join us for this powerful two-part series. It’s time to take charge of your story and create the life you deserve. You won’t want to miss it! Enrollment for Reclaiming You is happening now! Sign up at: You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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313: Stop the Resolutions and Start the Transformation
12/30/2024
313: Stop the Resolutions and Start the Transformation
For many, New Year's resolutions are a pact to change areas of our lives, hoping that those changes will make us more worthy and lovable. Pushing ourselves to transform from a place of lacking self-worth in hopes of gaining acceptance is unproductive and defeating in the long run. So, is there a better way to create lasting change? In this episode, Abi and Justin ditch traditional New Year’s resolutions and share insights on achieving lasting, tangible transformation. They explore how embracing your inherent value and approaching change from a place of worth—not to earn it—creates momentum and meaningful results. They also highlight the importance of desiring self-love as a foundation for healthy transformation and how this approach drives you to remove obstacles that hinder love, opening yourself up to a lifestyle of wholeness. If you’ve experienced unsuccessful approaches to shifting your life in the New Year, then this episode will give you hope, clarity, and direction on how to change things up in the year to come! Enrollment for Reclaiming You is happening now! Sign up at: You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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312: Love That Never Fails
12/23/2024
312: Love That Never Fails
In this heartfelt episode, Justin and Abi discuss the profound impact grief and suffering have on humanity, exploring how the radical love of God can overcome the despair and hopelessness we all face during overwhelming and painful experiences. Justin shares his personal journey of nearly losing Abi to her illness, revealing how his breaking point became a turning point for hope and freedom. Abi reflects on how her struggles have redefined her understanding of God’s love. Together, they offer a fresh perspective on suffering and fondly recount the goodness of a Creator who has remained tangible and faithful throughout their journey. If life has been a bumpy ride for you, this episode offers a new lens—helping you see beyond the suffering to a faithful, loving Creator who willingly steps into the messiest parts of the human condition. AND DON’T MISS OUT! Enrollment for Reclaiming You is happening now! Sign up at: You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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311: Hope for Chronic Pain and Sickness
12/16/2024
311: Hope for Chronic Pain and Sickness
Chronic physical pain and illness have left many of us searching for answers, forced to navigate life with limiting circumstances. The experience can often feel overwhelming and hopeless. But what if there’s a path to resolution that the medical industry hasn’t accounted for? In this episode, Abi and Justin sit down with their friend and Life Consultant, Carly Kolbo, to explore her remarkable journey. After battling a nearly incurable condition and finding no solutions through countless medical avenues, Carly fostered a 90% healing of her symptoms. She shares how she discovered the connection between her symptoms, her brain, her nervous system, and her sense of safety. Through changing her thought patterns and engaging in somatic tracking, she overcame what seemed like an impossible situation. For anyone battling chronic pain or illness, this episode offers a breath of fresh air. If you or someone you know is struggling in this area, this is a must-listen—and a must-share! Enrollment for Reclaiming You is happening now! Sign up at: You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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310: Is Your Body Hijacking You
12/09/2024
310: Is Your Body Hijacking You
We’ve all had times where we feel like we’ve been hijacked and our actions don’t line up with our values. Many of us have reactions to circumstances that we’re not proud of. Maybe it’s a sense of lashing out or pulling away that we know doesn’t represent us well. Maybe it’s an addictive behavior we’re suddenly compelled to do. Whatever it may be, we don’t have to be victims to these hijackings. In this episode Justin and Abi are joined by friend and fellow Life Consultant Rachel Hughes to shine a light on how your body can hijack your life. They share how our bodies have been intelligently designed, how they are working for us, and how we can work with them to create a peace, comfort, and safety. If you want to get back into the driver seat of your own life, this episode will give you clarity to better understand your reactions and tools to start changing things now. Don’t miss out! Enrollment for Reclaiming You is happening now! Sign up at: You can WATCH us at Don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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