The Lori Clarke Show

#63 Fool

Part 2: Involved in a toxic relationship? Just move on, end it, right? What if the relationship is with a family member or someone you thought would be there for you? This week, on TLCS, Lori talks about how she understood, forgave, and let go of a damaging relationship with someone close to her. If you haven't already, listen to Part 1 Episode #62, 'Fool,' where Lori shares a poignant excerpt from her journal about breaking free from a toxic and unhealthy relationship.

#62 Fool

Part 1: Are you in a toxic relationship? Just move on, end it, right? What if that relationship is with a family member or someone you thought would be there for you? This week on TLCS, Lori shares a poignant excerpt from her journal about breaking free from a toxic and unhealthy relationship. Curious about how to heal and move forward? Listen to Part 2 Episode #63, Unpacking Fool, where Lori offers powerful strategies to help you forgive, let go, and reclaim your life.

#61 Sabotage

Have you ever wondered if you're not the only one standing in the way of your success? Self-doubt often shows up as negative self-talk, isolation, regret, and fear of feedback. These behaviors are more common than you might think, and they often stem from a belief that we aren't worthy of success. Join me in exploring how self-sabotage is a shared experience and discover actionable strategies to boost your self-confidence and achieve your goals.

#60 Normal

For many of us, our understanding of "normal" was shaped during our youth as we sought to please others and feel safe in our environment. For me, normal meant being in survival mode day and night for many years. It took reaching a point of exhaustion for me to pause and reflect on whether I contributed to the problem and where my concept of normalcy originated from. This journey of self-reflection can inspire us all.
In this episode, I discuss my experiences normalizing toxic relationships, health issues, and negative self-perceptions. I urge you to examine what you might accept as normal and consciously work towards normalizing stability, self-care, and empowerment in the NEW Episode #60 Normal.

# 59 Part 1: Finding Compassion and Empowerment In Menopause

In Part 1 of this 3-part series, Lori shares her personal experience with menopause and the challenges she faces. She refers to menopause as 'Meno-slap' because it felt like a sudden jolt rather than a pause, especially with the physical symptoms, hot flashes, bloating, hair loss, and anxiety, to name a few, as well as emotional and psychological impact. Lori reflects on the lack of discussion and support around menopause in her upbringing and emphasizes the importance of compassion and self-care during this transition. She encourages women to redefine their menopause experience and find ways to empower themselves.

#58 From Chaos to Abundance: Celebrating Growth and Healing

"We can leave our survivor modes behind and move forward into the life that we are so worthy of living." In this conversation, Lori reflects on her experience of being in a toxic relationship and its impact on her life. She realizes she no longer needs to be in survivor mode and can let go of the versions of herself forged in those difficult experiences. Lori discusses the importance of recognizing and breaking free from toxic relationships and the need to normalize healthy patterns and personal power. She encourages listeners to let go of the past and embrace self-love and pride in their journey of healing and growth.

#57 Somatic Experience and Internal Family Systems with Melina McConnell

In this conversation, Melina McConnell, a somatic trauma therapist, discusses the concepts of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Somatic Experiencing. She explains how different parts of ourselves, such as the inner critic and protector parts, can impact our experiences of shame and trauma. Melina emphasizes connecting with our bodies and self-regulating to create a sense of safety and healing. She also highlights the role of reparenting and re-friending ourselves in the healing process.

#56 Root Chakra: Emotions, Memory, and Energy

In this conversation, Lori and Ilene talk about the Root Chakra and how this area particularly relates to emotions, memory, and energy.
Highlighting the importance of doing root chakra work to release blockages, open up the other chakras, and explore the root's impact on our sense of belonging, worthiness, and safety. 
They share personal stories and strategies for connecting with and nurturing the inner child, the impact of childhood experiences on our sense of self, and the need to address and heal the wounded parts of ourselves. 

#55 Shame In The Body With Ilene Leshinsky

"It is not your shame. It was their shame, and they put it on you!" is the best takeaway from Episode #55 with Ilene Leshinsky, psychotherapist, intuitive energy healer, body image specialist, and author of the book Reflections Of A Fat Girl.
I invite you to listen, observe, and become curious as Ilene and I dip into our early childhoods and talk about where shame began for both of us. Guided by her lived experience, Ilene helps me and many clients heal their emotional wounds and release the shame they hold in their bodies.

#54 Becoming Curious: Who Am I?

Who are you? Now that’s a loaded question, just three words that hold significant weight. Now all of this is just a step in the process of getting to where we are meant to be and thriving; we start losing sight of who we are and our personal purpose along the way. This process of discomfort helps us develop deeper self-awareness. You must let go of parts of yourself in order to discover what is currently intended to fit you; releasing what no longer serves you is necessary!