8 Years To Live

Kim Rowley and Bibi Garcia
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8 Years To Live is a podcast hosted by sisters Kim and Bibi, exploring mental health, trauma, healing, relationships, and personal growth through honest conversations, personal stories, and professional insight. Together, they unpack the experiences that shape us and the tools that help us heal.

Episodes

  1. 5 days ago

    What Does a Safe Relationship Feel Like?

    What does a safe relationship actually feel like—especially if safety wasn’t something you experienced growing up? In this episode of 8 Years to Live, Kim and Bibi are joined by their close friend Haley Hardman for a conversation about secure attachment, childhood emotional safety, healthy relationships, and what it looks like to navigate conflict without losing connection. Haley grew up in a home where she felt safe, supported, and deeply known by her parents. Emotions were allowed, conflict was addressed, accountability came with conversation, and difficult moments didn’t threaten the security of the relationship. For Kim and Bibi, hearing what that looked like offers a striking contrast to some of their own childhood experiences. The conversation becomes especially personal as Bibi and Haley explore their friendship and the ways Haley has helped Bibi experience safety, vulnerability, healthy communication, and conflict resolution differently in adulthood. Bibi shares what it was like to recognize that her body felt safe with someone, invite Haley into vulnerable moments during the Safe and Sound Protocol, and discover that disagreement doesn’t have to mean disconnection. They also talk about people-pleasing, avoiding confrontation, resentment, emotional regulation, neurofeedback, therapy, trauma recovery, and learning how to repair relationships instead of sweeping conflict under the rug. As Haley puts it: “Don’t avoid conflict for the sake of comfort, because comfort can only last so long, and unresolved conflict can be a beast that truly becomes unmanageable.” This episode explores what can happen when we experience relationships where it’s safe to ask questions, express emotions, have difficult conversations, and still know the other person is for us. In this episode: • What secure attachment can look like in childhood and adulthood • Emotional safety and feeling known by your parents • Healthy discipline, anger, and emotional regulation • Why some people avoid conflict and confrontation • People-pleasing, resentment, and unresolved conflict • How healthy relationships repair after disagreements • Bibi and Haley’s friendship and developing trust • Vulnerability after childhood and medical trauma • Safe and Sound Protocol, neurofeedback, and therapy • Learning that conflict doesn’t have to mean losing the relationship 8 Years to Live is hosted by Kim and Bibi, with honest conversations about trauma, relationships, mental health, healing, personal growth, and the experiences that shape who we become. Kim Rowley is a therapist and founder of Live Lighter Therapy, a Las Vegas therapy practice helping people explore trauma, relationships, emotional patterns, and healing. If you’re looking for therapy in Las Vegas or want to learn more about Kim’s work, connect with Live Lighter Therapy. 🎙️ 8 Years to Live with Kim & Bibi #8YearsToLive #LiveLighterTherapy #LasVegasTherapy #LasVegasTherapist #SecureAttachment #AttachmentStyles #HealthyRelationships #ConflictResolution #EmotionalSafety #TraumaHealing #Therapy #MentalHealth #Vulnerability #RelationshipHealing

  2. 31 Aug

    What About Mercy? | Missy Young

    What happens when the person who needs mercy is someone you’re furious with? In this episode of 8 Years to Live, sisters Kim and Bibi sit down with Missy Young—tech leader, speaker, coach, prison advocate, and founder of Grit and Mercy—for a powerful conversation about trauma, faith, incarceration, rehabilitation, and second chances. Missy shares the devastating season that changed the direction of her life. Her mother was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, her stepfather died unexpectedly, Missy faced her own cancer diagnosis, and her oldest son was arrested after accidentally shooting and killing his best friend. Overwhelmed by grief and angry with her son, Missy found herself asking God for mercy. What happened next transformed her relationship with her son and completely changed the way she saw people who are incarcerated. Together, Missy, Kim, and Bibi explore childhood trauma, addiction, mental health, therapy, neurofeedback, the criminal justice system, forgiveness, accountability, rehabilitation, and second chances—and why healing the trauma behind destructive behavior matters. Missy also shares the vision behind Grit and Mercy, her work with incarcerated men and women, and her belief that accountability and compassion can exist together. This conversation asks us to look beyond “What did they do?” and become curious enough to ask, “What happened to them?” Because people can be responsible for what they’ve done and still be worthy of dignity, healing, and the opportunity to change. Connect with Missy Young: Visit MissyYoung.com to learn more about Missy, her speaking and coaching, the Boldly Go Podcast, and her mission to empower women to live boldly in their faith and everyday lives. Looking for therapy in Las Vegas? Connect with Kim and Live Lighter Therapy for support with trauma, anxiety, relationships, nervous system regulation, and personal growth in Las Vegas, Nevada. 8 Years to Live is a Las Vegas mental health podcast exploring therapy, trauma, relationships, faith, healing, and what it means to live lighter.

  3. 22 Aug

    Episode 9: Know Your Worth | Josi Mara Smith | 8 Years To Live

    In this episode of 8 Years to Live, sisters Kim and Bibi sit down with Josi Mara Smith, licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of Josi Mara Therapy, to talk about trauma, healing, self-worth, resilience, and building a life beyond survival. Josi shares her journey from being a struggling single mom and former baker to building a successful private therapy practice. She opens up about divorce, losing her father as a child, years of living in survival mode, and the therapy and self-knowledge that helped her begin healing. She also introduces a powerful perspective we don’t hear often enough: we inherit generational resilience and blessings, not just generational trauma. The conversation also explores knowing your value, setting healthy boundaries, caring for yourself without losing your desire to serve others, and why professional trauma therapy can be an important part of healing. If you’re looking for therapy in Las Vegas for trauma, anxiety, relationships, life transitions, or personal growth, explore Live Lighter Therapy, Kim’s Las Vegas therapy practice, and learn more about available mental health and counseling services. 8 Years to Live is a Las Vegas mental health podcast exploring therapy, trauma, relationships, nervous system health, healing, and personal growth through honest conversations and professional insight.

  4. 16 Aug

    Episode 8: I Can’t Let This Define Me

    What happens when one mistake changes your plans—but doesn’t have to define your future? In this episode of 8 Years to Live, sisters Kim and Bibi sit down with their longtime friend Jonathan on the day he learns he’ll spend 90 days on house arrest. Facing the consequences of a DUI while navigating sobriety, a breakup, career changes, and rebuilding his relationship with his daughter, Jonathan has a choice to make: let this season define him or use it to grow. Together, they have an honest conversation about mental health, alcohol, accountability, relationships, coping mechanisms, and personal growth. Kim brings her perspective from the therapy world to explore what happens when life feels outside of our control—and how focusing on the choices we can make can change what comes next. The conversation ends with a challenge: What could you change in 90 days? If you’re looking for therapy in Las Vegas for anxiety, trauma, relationships, life transitions, or personal growth, explore Live Lighter Therapy and learn how Kim and the team support clients in creating meaningful, lasting change. 8 Years to Live is a mental health podcast exploring therapy, trauma, relationships, healing, and what it means to live lighter.

  5. 8 Aug

    Sleep Changes Everything | With Chrissy Lawler

    What if one of the most powerful tools for improving your mental health wasn't another productivity hack—but a good night's sleep? In this episode of 8 Years to Live, sisters Kim and Bibi welcome licensed marriage and family therapist, sleep specialist, author, and founder of The Peaceful Sleeper, Chrissy Lawler, for an insightful conversation about the powerful connection between sleep, mental health, nervous system regulation, and resilience. Together, they explore why sleep is often the missing piece in healing anxiety, trauma, chronic stress, and emotional overwhelm. Chrissy shares practical, evidence-based strategies for improving sleep, explains how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) works, and offers a compassionate perspective on baby sleep, attachment, and building resilience in children. Whether you're navigating insomnia, parenting young children, supporting your mental health, or simply looking to improve your overall well-being, this episode is filled with practical tools and hope. In this episode, we discuss: • Why quality sleep is essential for mental and physical health • How sleep impacts anxiety, trauma, and nervous system regulation • Evidence-based approaches to overcoming insomnia • Healthy sleep habits for babies, children, and adults • Building resilience without shame • Why thriving parents help create thriving families If you're looking for therapy, trauma support, or nervous system-focused counseling in Las Vegas, be sure to connect with Kim at Live Lighter Therapy, where healing begins with understanding your story and creating lasting change. 🎧 Connect with Chrissy Lawler: The Peaceful Sleeper Book: The Peaceful Sleeper Social: @thepeacefulsleeper Learn more about Live Lighter Therapy for therapy, trauma recovery, EMDR, neurofeedback, and nervous system-informed counseling in Las Vegas, Nevada. Because when we sleep better, we live better.

  6. 4 Aug

    Living Beyond Survival | Healing After Childhood Medical Trauma

    For most of her life, Bibi told her medical story like it was simply a series of events: kidney failure, a coma, years of dialysis, and eventually a life-saving kidney transplant. But surviving isn't the same as processing what happened. In this episode of 8 Years to Live, Kim and Bibi reflect on what it means to revisit childhood trauma decades later. Bibi shares how years of living in survival mode caused her to minimize the emotional impact of her illness, and how healing has meant giving herself permission to finally grieve, feel anger, experience joy, and reclaim parts of herself that had been buried beneath simply trying to stay alive. Together, they explore childhood medical trauma, chronic illness, survivor's perspective, faith, safe relationships, and the surprising ways healing continues long after the crisis has passed. Whether you've experienced medical trauma, chronic illness, or have ever downplayed your own pain just to keep moving forward, this conversation is a reminder that your story deserves to be felt—not just remembered. If this episode encouraged you, subscribe to 8 Years to Live and join Kim and Bibi each week as they share honest conversations about trauma, healing, relationships, faith, and the lifelong journey toward living with greater freedom and hope.

  7. 18 Jul

    The Roles We Never Chose

    How much of who you are was shaped by the role you played in your family? In this episode of 8 Years to Live, sisters Kim and Bibi explore how birth order, family dynamics, and childhood experiences can influence the way we see ourselves and relate to others. From the expectations placed on older siblings to the hidden challenges of being the youngest, they reflect on how these roles continue to shape identity long into adulthood. The conversation also dives into the inner voices we carry from childhood, survivor's guilt, learning to trust yourself, building healthy relationships, and why healing often happens through safe connection. Together, they discuss what it looks like to challenge old beliefs, communicate honestly, and move from loneliness toward genuine belonging. If you've ever wondered why you struggle to ask for help, feel responsible for everyone else, or still hear the messages you grew up with, this episode is for you. If this conversation resonates with you, subscribe and join us as we continue exploring mental health, trauma, healing, relationships, and the stories that shape our lives. For more information on the Color Code and to take your test visit https://www.colorcode.com/ #MentalHealth #TraumaHealing #BirthOrder #FamilyDynamics #HealingJourney #PersonalGrowth #Relationships #Podcast

  8. 12 Jul

    The Cost of Being the Good Girl

    Why do so many of us feel like we have to perform, stay quiet, or make everyone else comfortable before ourselves? In this episode of Live Lighter Therapy, sisters Kim and Bebe explore the freeze response, people-pleasing, perfectionism, and the "good girl" role that many of us learn from an early age. Through personal stories and honest conversation, they discuss what it means to take up space, ask questions, trust your own voice, and stop performing for acceptance. Together, they unpack how trauma can shape the way we show up in relationships, why authenticity often feels unsafe, and how healing begins when we allow ourselves to be fully seen. If you've ever felt like you had to stay small, keep the peace, or earn your worth through performance, this conversation is for you. If this episode resonates with you, subscribe and join us as we continue exploring mental health, trauma, healing, relationships, and the stories that shape our lives. #MentalHealth #TraumaHealing #PeoplePleasing #FreezeResponse #PersonalGrowth #HealingJourney #Podcast

  9. 4 Jul

    Healing The Nervous System | The Body Keeps Living

    What if your body has been protecting you all along? In this episode of 8 Years to Live, sisters Kim and Bibi continue their conversation by exploring how trauma impacts the nervous system—and how healing is possible. After years of living with chronic illness, medical trauma, and nervous system dysregulation, Bibi shares how therapies like neurofeedback and the Safe and Sound Protocol helped her move from survival mode toward a greater sense of safety, regulation, and connection. Kim, a marriage and family therapist, breaks down complex topics like Polyvagal Theory, hypervigilance, attachment, and generational trauma in a way that's practical and easy to understand. Together, they discuss why our bodies often react before our minds do, how trauma can be stored for decades, and why healing isn't about "getting over it"—it's about helping the nervous system learn that it's safe again. In this episode, you'll learn: • How neurofeedback works and what it feels like • Why your nervous system may stay stuck in survival mode • The connection between medical trauma, attachment, and emotional regulation • How generational trauma can shape the way we respond to stress • Why understanding your story is an important part of healing Whether you're navigating trauma, anxiety, chronic illness, or simply trying to understand yourself more deeply, this conversation offers hope, practical insight, and a reminder that you're not broken—your nervous system adapted to help you survive. Healing doesn't erase your story. It helps you live it differently.

  10. 20 Jun

    When Big Things Become Normal | Childhood Trauma, Coma & Healing

    What happens when two sisters start recording the conversations they've been having for years? In the first episode of 8 Years To Live, Kim and Bibi share the story that inspired the podcast, including a life-changing medical diagnosis, childhood illness, a coma, strokes, and the lasting impact of trauma. Through honest conversation, they explore resilience, healing, family dynamics, and the experiences that shape who we become. 8 Years To Live is a podcast about mental health, trauma, healing, relationships, personal growth, and understanding the stories behind our struggles. If this episode resonates with you, subscribe and join us as we continue exploring what it means to heal, grow, and live a little lighter. #MentalHealth #TraumaHealing #HealingJourney #Podcast #MedicalTrauma #PersonalGrowth #Therapy #MentalHealthPodcast

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8 Years To Live is a podcast hosted by sisters Kim and Bibi, exploring mental health, trauma, healing, relationships, and personal growth through honest conversations, personal stories, and professional insight. Together, they unpack the experiences that shape us and the tools that help us heal.

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  • Creator
    Kim Rowley and Bibi Garcia
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Kim Rowley and Bibi Garcia
  • Show Website
    8 Years To Live