In this episode, Dawn continues her conversation with Randy Brown. Randy shares his journey of struggles and triumphs, including his experience with addiction to alcohol and pornography, the loss of his daughters, and his time in federal prison. He reflects on the pivotal moments that led to his healing and transformation, including his time in a sex offender treatment program in prison. Randy opens up about the challenges he faced upon returning home and the importance of sobriety in his ongoing healing journey. Through his story, Randy emphasizes the importance of transparency, self-reflection, and seeking understanding as key elements in personal growth and healing.

KEY TAKEAWAYS


Randy highlights the internal struggle of living a double life, portraying one image to the outside world while hiding a different reality behind closed doors.


He emphasizes the significance of being open and transparent about struggles and seeking help, rather than hiding them, to facilitate healing and growth.


Randy shares the transformative experience of undergoing intensive treatment in prison, which led to self-reflection, breaking down barriers, and ultimately, personal growth.


He acknowledges sobriety as a significant achievement, recognizing its role in maintaining stability and preventing a return to destructive behaviors.


Randy emphasizes that healing is an ongoing process, requiring self-awareness, self-compassion, and a commitment to personal growth and improvement.

BEST MOMENTS

"Are you going to live your life in fear of what may happen?"

"I went to my pastor and said 'I got two choices here, either live a life that I can't even fathom having any life or breath to it, or just end my life.' " 

"I ended up going to federal prison because of a fantasy."

"We shouldn't live with the doomsday mentality, and everything's bad, and this, and the weather, and I got cut off in traffic, and the blah, blah, blah ..."



ABOUT THE HOST

Dawn Rishárd, M.A. with 20 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Systems, I empower people to release the past, open their hearts, and receive the love they desire. I have a soft spot to help women struggling in their marriages as I did. As an Intuitive Healer, I help unlock Self Love, Clarity, and Connection, despite the challenges. I am an expert at restoring people's intimacy in life and love.

https://www.instagram.com/theawakeningwithdawn

dawn@theawakeningwithdawn.com

In this episode, Dawn continues her conversation with Randy Brown. Randy shares his journey of struggles and triumphs, including his experience with addiction to alcohol and pornography, the loss of his daughters, and his time in federal prison. He reflects on the pivotal moments that led to his healing and transformation, including his time in a sex offender treatment program in prison. Randy opens up about the challenges he faced upon returning home and the importance of sobriety in his ongoing healing journey. Through his story, Randy emphasizes the importance of transparency, self-reflection, and seeking understanding as key elements in personal growth and healing.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>
Randy highlights the internal struggle of living a double life, portraying one image to the outside world while hiding a different reality behind closed doors.
</li>
<li>
He emphasizes the significance of being open and transparent about struggles and seeking help, rather than hiding them, to facilitate healing and growth.
</li>
<li>
Randy shares the transformative experience of undergoing intensive treatment in prison, which led to self-reflection, breaking down barriers, and ultimately, personal growth.
</li>
<li>
He acknowledges sobriety as a significant achievement, recognizing its role in maintaining stability and preventing a return to destructive behaviors.
</li>
<li>
Randy emphasizes that healing is an ongoing process, requiring self-awareness, self-compassion, and a commitment to personal growth and improvement.
</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS
"Are you going to live your life in fear of what may happen?"
"I went to my pastor and said 'I got two choices here, either live a life that I can't even fathom having any life or breath to it, or just end my life.' " 
"I ended up going to federal prison because of a fantasy."
"We shouldn't live with the doomsday mentality, and everything's bad, and this, and the weather, and I got cut off in traffic, and the blah, blah, blah ..."
 
ABOUT THE HOST
Dawn Rishárd, M.A. with 20 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Systems, I empower people to release the past, open their hearts, and receive the love they desire. I have a soft spot to help women struggling in their marriages as I did. As an Intuitive Healer, I help unlock Self Love, Clarity, and Connection, despite the challenges. I am an expert at restoring people's intimacy in life and love.
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/theawakeningwithdawn">https://www.instagram.com/theawakeningwithdawn</a>
<a href="mailto:dawn@theawakeningwithdawn.com">dawn@theawakeningwithdawn.com</a>

Stories of struggles and triumphs in love, sex, and relationships along with expert advice to create more conscious connections 

Stories of struggles and triumphs in love, sex, and relationships along with expert advice to create more conscious connections&nbsp;

Wake Up to Real Love

From Division I Basketball Coach to Heartache and Sobriety: Randy Brown's Journey of Loss and Redemption | Part 2

In this episode, Dawn sits down with Lee Baucom, discussing the importance of love, connection, and conscious relationships. Lee, a relationship coach and Thriveologist, shares his wisdom on thriving in relationships and life. Their conversation delves into the three levels of connection - physical, emotional, and spiritual - emphasizing the significance of maintaining these connections in a relationship. Lee also touches on the importance of acceptance, resilience, and finding meaning and purpose in life. He highlights the idea of commitment in marriage, focusing on the North Star of a relationship being the commitment to each other, even through challenging times.

KEY TAKEAWAYS


Make your relationship a priority by focusing on physical, emotional, and spiritual connections.


Practice acceptance of where you are while also seeking growth and change in yourself to thrive.


Each individual brings their own meaning and purpose to a relationship, which should be respected and integrated into the partnership.


Focus on the commitment and teamwork in a marriage rather than solely relying on feelings of love or happiness.


Co-create a strong foundation for your relationship by actively working together to build a meaningful and fulfilling partnership.

BEST MOMENTS

"I don't think that a relationship should be so out of balance all of the time that some person is always giving and the other is always taking."

"I walked up and I remember I had my finger up and she said, wait, before you say anything, I have a question for you. Is what you're about to say going to help or hurt our relationship going forward? And I went. Never mind."

"When we stop looking at where we can change, we stagnate."

ABOUT THE HOST

Dawn Rishárd, M.A. with 20 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Systems, I empower people to release the past, open their hearts, and receive the love they desire. I have a soft spot to help women struggling in their marriages as I did. As an Intuitive Healer, I help unlock Self Love, Clarity, and Connection, despite the challenges. I am an expert at restoring people's intimacy in life and love.

https://www.instagram.com/theawakeningwithdawn

dawn@theawakeningwithdawn.com

In this episode, Dawn sits down with Lee Baucom, discussing the importance of love, connection, and conscious relationships. Lee, a relationship coach and Thriveologist, shares his wisdom on thriving in relationships and life. Their conversation delves into the three levels of connection - physical, emotional, and spiritual - emphasizing the significance of maintaining these connections in a relationship. Lee also touches on the importance of acceptance, resilience, and finding meaning and purpose in life. He highlights the idea of commitment in marriage, focusing on the North Star of a relationship being the commitment to each other, even through challenging times.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>
Make your relationship a priority by focusing on physical, emotional, and spiritual connections.
</li>
<li>
Practice acceptance of where you are while also seeking growth and change in yourself to thrive.
</li>
<li>
Each individual brings their own meaning and purpose to a relationship, which should be respected and integrated into the partnership.
</li>
<li>
Focus on the commitment and teamwork in a marriage rather than solely relying on feelings of love or happiness.
</li>
<li>
Co-create a strong foundation for your relationship by actively working together to build a meaningful and fulfilling partnership.
</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS
"I don't think that a relationship should be so out of balance all of the time that some person is always giving and the other is always taking."
"I walked up and I remember I had my finger up and she said, wait, before you say anything, I have a question for you. Is what you're about to say going to help or hurt our relationship going forward? And I went. Never mind."
"When we stop looking at where we can change, we stagnate."
ABOUT THE HOST
Dawn Rishárd, M.A. with 20 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Systems, I empower people to release the past, open their hearts, and receive the love they desire. I have a soft spot to help women struggling in their marriages as I did. As an Intuitive Healer, I help unlock Self Love, Clarity, and Connection, despite the challenges. I am an expert at restoring people's intimacy in life and love.
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/theawakeningwithdawn">https://www.instagram.com/theawakeningwithdawn</a>
<a href="mailto:dawn@theawakeningwithdawn.com">dawn@theawakeningwithdawn.com</a>

Creating Meaningful Connections: A Deep Dive into Love and Intimacy with Dawn Richard and Lee Baucom

Today, Dawn is interviewing Blair Kaplan Venables, a grief and resilience expert, about her personal journey of overcoming multiple tragedies and building resilience. Blair shares her experiences of losing her father, mother-in-law, mother, and father-in-law in a short period, along with a miscarriage and her husband's health scare. Despite these challenges, Blair discusses her healing journey, including exploring alternative healing methods like plant medicine and witchcraft. She emphasizes the importance of building resilience through practices like gratitude and micro movements, highlighting the power of storytelling in the Global Resilience Project to empower others facing similar struggles. Blair's story serves as a testament to the strength and resilience that can be cultivated even in the face of profound loss and adversity.

KEY TAKEAWAYS


Setting aside time each day to list three things you are grateful for can rewire your brain to see the world in a more positive way.


Progress doesn't have to be drastic. Taking small steps, like getting off the couch or surviving another day, can lead to gradual improvement.


Everyone has a resilience muscle that can be strengthened through storytelling and sharing experiences of overcoming challenges.


Grief doesn't diminish, but life can be built around it. Layering life around grief and building a new life without the person or thing being grieved is a process that takes time.


Healing involves the mind, body, heart, and soul. It's about reconnecting with all aspects of oneself and working towards a sense of wholeness and liberation.

BEST MOMENTS

"Life is really short. We're not meant to just sit at our computer nine to five. We have this big, beautiful world out there, and if there are things you wanna do, go do it."

"I'm going to be doing that the rest of my life. I know that I've only just scratched the surface."

"I don't wanna live a life to retire from. I wanna live a life that I love and I'm gonna do till I die."

ABOUT THE HOST

Dawn Rishárd, M.A. with 20 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Systems, I empower people to release the past, open their hearts, and receive the love they desire. I have a soft spot to help women struggling in their marriages as I did. As an Intuitive Healer, I help unlock Self Love, Clarity, and Connection, despite the challenges. I am an expert at restoring people's intimacy in life and love.

https://www.instagram.com/theawakeningwithdawn

dawn@theawakeningwithdawn.com

Today, Dawn is interviewing Blair Kaplan Venables, a grief and resilience expert, about her personal journey of overcoming multiple tragedies and building resilience. Blair shares her experiences of losing her father, mother-in-law, mother, and father-in-law in a short period, along with a miscarriage and her husband's health scare. Despite these challenges, Blair discusses her healing journey, including exploring alternative healing methods like plant medicine and witchcraft. She emphasizes the importance of building resilience through practices like gratitude and micro movements, highlighting the power of storytelling in the Global Resilience Project to empower others facing similar struggles. Blair's story serves as a testament to the strength and resilience that can be cultivated even in the face of profound loss and adversity.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>
Setting aside time each day to list three things you are grateful for can rewire your brain to see the world in a more positive way.
</li>
<li>
Progress doesn't have to be drastic. Taking small steps, like getting off the couch or surviving another day, can lead to gradual improvement.
</li>
<li>
Everyone has a resilience muscle that can be strengthened through storytelling and sharing experiences of overcoming challenges.
</li>
<li>
Grief doesn't diminish, but life can be built around it. Layering life around grief and building a new life without the person or thing being grieved is a process that takes time.
</li>
<li>
Healing involves the mind, body, heart, and soul. It's about reconnecting with all aspects of oneself and working towards a sense of wholeness and liberation.
</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS
"Life is really short. We're not meant to just sit at our computer nine to five. We have this big, beautiful world out there, and if there are things you wanna do, go do it."
"I'm going to be doing that the rest of my life. I know that I've only just scratched the surface."
"I don't wanna live a life to retire from. I wanna live a life that I love and I'm gonna do till I die."
ABOUT THE HOST
Dawn Rishárd, M.A. with 20 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Systems, I empower people to release the past, open their hearts, and receive the love they desire. I have a soft spot to help women struggling in their marriages as I did. As an Intuitive Healer, I help unlock Self Love, Clarity, and Connection, despite the challenges. I am an expert at restoring people's intimacy in life and love.
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/theawakeningwithdawn">https://www.instagram.com/theawakeningwithdawn</a>
<a href="mailto:dawn@theawakeningwithdawn.com">dawn@theawakeningwithdawn.com</a>

Resilience Unveiled: Navigating Life's Challenges with Courage

Today, Dawn is interviewing Lorna Sherland. Lorna, a business strategist and connection coach, shares her personal journey of struggles and triumphs in relationships, emphasizing the importance of conscious connections. She delves into the significance of self-acceptance, personal growth, and making empowered choices. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS


Accepting oneself is crucial for personal growth and conscious living. It allows individuals to show up authentically and make powerful decisions in their lives.


Asking powerful questions can lead to self-awareness and transformation. By questioning emotions and situations, individuals can gain insights and move through challenges more effectively.


Taking responsibility for one's emotions and actions is key to personal empowerment. It involves acknowledging one's role in situations and making conscious choices.


Prioritizing self-care and self-reflection is essential for personal growth. It involves taking the time to ask oneself important questions and delve into one's emotions and experiences.


Cultivating a mindset of gratitude can help individuals navigate challenges and find meaning in difficult situations. It allows for a shift in perspective and a focus on the positive aspects of life.

BEST MOMENTS

"I say one plus one equals infinite potential and possibilities."

"Did you know that Mother Teresa left her family, left her home when she was 18 and she never saw her mother again?"

"We have been so programmed by our culture, by just society as to how it's supposed to be. I always say, according to whom?"

"I feel like so many times in relationships, when people become complacent or obligatory or they're afraid to have difficult conversations, they start shutting these parts of their self off as a protective mechanism."



ABOUT THE HOST

Dawn Rishárd, M.A. with 20 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Systems, I empower people to release the past, open their hearts, and receive the love they desire. I have a soft spot to help women struggling in their marriages as I did. As an Intuitive Healer, I help unlock Self Love, Clarity, and Connection, despite the challenges. I am an expert at restoring people's intimacy in life and love.

https://www.instagram.com/theawakeningwithdawn

dawn@theawakeningwithdawn.com

Today, Dawn is interviewing Lorna Sherland. Lorna, a business strategist and connection coach, shares her personal journey of struggles and triumphs in relationships, emphasizing the importance of conscious connections. She delves into the significance of self-acceptance, personal growth, and making empowered choices. 
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>
Accepting oneself is crucial for personal growth and conscious living. It allows individuals to show up authentically and make powerful decisions in their lives.
</li>
<li>
Asking powerful questions can lead to self-awareness and transformation. By questioning emotions and situations, individuals can gain insights and move through challenges more effectively.
</li>
<li>
Taking responsibility for one's emotions and actions is key to personal empowerment. It involves acknowledging one's role in situations and making conscious choices.
</li>
<li>
Prioritizing self-care and self-reflection is essential for personal growth. It involves taking the time to ask oneself important questions and delve into one's emotions and experiences.
</li>
<li>
Cultivating a mindset of gratitude can help individuals navigate challenges and find meaning in difficult situations. It allows for a shift in perspective and a focus on the positive aspects of life.
</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS
"I say one plus one equals infinite potential and possibilities."
"Did you know that Mother Teresa left her family, left her home when she was 18 and she never saw her mother again?"
"We have been so programmed by our culture, by just society as to how it's supposed to be. I always say, according to whom?"
"I feel like so many times in relationships, when people become complacent or obligatory or they're afraid to have difficult conversations, they start shutting these parts of their self off as a protective mechanism."
 
ABOUT THE HOST
Dawn Rishárd, M.A. with 20 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Systems, I empower people to release the past, open their hearts, and receive the love they desire. I have a soft spot to help women struggling in their marriages as I did. As an Intuitive Healer, I help unlock Self Love, Clarity, and Connection, despite the challenges. I am an expert at restoring people's intimacy in life and love.
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/theawakeningwithdawn">https://www.instagram.com/theawakeningwithdawn</a>
<a href="mailto:dawn@theawakeningwithdawn.com">dawn@theawakeningwithdawn.com</a>

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