Soul-Shaking Love

Valerie Greene

The more vibrant we become in Mind-Body-Spirit, the more magnetic and closer we become with our True Love. Relationship Expert Valerie Greene has coached people from all over the world on how to have the relationship of their dreams. She brings you interviews with top experts in the areas of mind, body, spirit, and relationship to unlock your ability to create Soul Shaking Love.

  1. 6 days ago

    How to Unpause Your Marriage

    Have you ever noticed the moment your relationship shifted from "we're in this together" to "we're just coexisting"? Most couples don't see it happen in real time. It's not one big rupture — it's a series of small retreats. A conversation you didn't finish. A bid for connection that went unanswered. A moment where vulnerability felt too risky, so you pulled back instead. Over time, these micro-retreats create what Dr. Lee Baucom calls "hitting the Pause Button" — and once a marriage is on pause, disconnection quietly takes root and begins undermining the bond from the inside. The good news? A marriage can also be un-paused. That's why I was excited to talk with Lee, who specializes in helping individuals break through the internal barriers — fear, identity, and mindset — that keep them disconnected. His work has made him a trusted voice for anyone ready to do the hard, important work of transforming their relationship from the inside out. Here's what we cover in our interview: 1) What IS a Pause Button Marriage? 2) Why does that happen? 3) What are the 3 levels of connection, and why are they so important? 4) How can one person start the process of UN-pausing their marriage? You can learn more about Dr. Lee Baucom, and access his free guide,  at https://savethemarriage.com/ His app is: unpauseyourmarriage.com And here’s the link to his podcast: https://savethemarriage.com/stmblog/ More about Dr. Lee Baucom Dr. Lee Baucom. is a marriage coach, author of seven books, and host of the Save The Marriage Podcast and Thriveology Podcast. For over two decades, he's helped thousands of couples pull back from the brink of divorce through his coaching, online programs, and a straightforward philosophy: he can't save your marriage. But he can show you how to. Dr. Baucom specializes in helping individuals break through the internal barriers — fear, identity, and mindset — that keep them stuck, and his work has made him a trusted voice for anyone who wants to do the hard, important work of transforming their relationship.

    53 min
  2. 18 Jun

    From Survival Mode to Self-Love: Using RTT to Rewire Your Nervous System

    Most of us don’t actually think we have a challenge with Self-Love; we just feel depleted. That was the story of Samantha Mandell, an RTT (Rapid Transformational Therapy) practitioner and founder of Sweet Soul and Wellness. After navigating her own debilitating journey with functional neurological disorder and PNES (psychogenic non-epileptic seizures), she discovered that her survival programming was running the show — in her body, her marriage, and her sense of self.  In this episode of Soul-Shaking Love, Samantha shares how disorganized attachment shaped her relationships and manifested as a neurological diagnosis, what Rapid Transformational Therapy actually does differently than traditional talk therapy, and the three-step “Sweet Soul Process” she now uses to help women uncover their survival blueprint, take off the armor, and arrive at lasting self-love. She also shares how her marriage transformed when she stopped operating from survival and started giving from fullness rather than depletion. Here are the questions Samantha answers in our interview: Tell us your story — how did disorganized attachment show up in your marriage, and how did the stress eventually manifest as a PNES diagnosis? What was the turning point that led you from that crisis to becoming a women’s empowerment practitioner? What did that path of self-discovery look like? For people who haven’t heard of RTT — how does Rapid Transformational Therapy actually work, and what makes it different from traditional therapy? Walk us through your Sweet Soul Process: uncovering the survival blueprint, taking off the armor, and arriving at soul-deep self-love. What does that look like in practice? How has your marriage and your relationship with yourself changed since doing this work? What would you say to a woman right now who is high-functioning on the outside but feels like her body or her relationships are betraying her on the inside? You can get Samantha’s free gift here: https://www.sweetsoulandwellness.com/free-gift Unlocks a personalized 5 minute Mindset Transformation recording. Listen once to twice a day for 21 days to unleash your inner cheerleader. More about Samantha Mandell:  Samantha Mandell is an Inner Foundation Coach, dedicated FND Advocate, and certified Rapid Transformational Therapy Practitioner who helps women stop surviving their minds and start loving their lives straight to their souls. She didn't learn her method from a clinical textbook; she bought it with receipts from her own life after a devastating health diagnosis put her world on a complete pause. By using subconscious rewiring to evict her toxic inner critic, she radically transformed her health, her marriage, and her daily peace. She’s the host of the Skirts Up podcast, the founder of Sweet Soul Wellness, and someone who firmly believes that even when life brings storms, you can still learn to play in the mud.

    1hr 9min
  3. 28 May

    Queen Codes: 4 Keys To Being The Most Magnetic Woman in Any Room You Walk Into

    Have you ever walked into a room and felt someone’s energy before they even said a word? That kind of magnetic presence isn’t about what you’re wearing or what you say;  it’s about who you’re BEING. And for so many high-achieving women, the very qualities that built their success: the hustle, the independence, the “I’ll do it myself” energy, are the same ones dimming their magnetism and keeping real connection at arm’s length. That’s why I decided to sit down with dating coach and women’s mentor Lauren Salaun. Lauren’s mission is helping women break free from “boss babe” hustle culture and come home to their feminine essence:  owning their worth from the inside out, regulating their nervous systems, and creating lives that feel magnetic, spacious, and deeply aligned. In this episode, Lauren and I dive into: The 4 keys to being magnetic no matter what: regardless of what you look like or what you say. Lauren’s personal journey from burnout to deep satisfaction with herself and her life What it really means to have an unshakable self-concept: and what that looks like in practice The difference between being “strong and independent” and being energetically stuck in your masculine: and how that impacts polarity and attraction How to move from hustle to harmony: practical shifts to start breaking free of boss babe burnout The role somatic practices and nervous system regulation play in feminine magnetism and self-worth How to communicate your desires in a way that draws people toward you rather than pushing them away You can access Lauren’s Queen Codes workshop for free here: https://www.laurensalaun.com/queen-codes And here is her Feminine energy texting guide:  https://www.laurensalaun.com/text-like-a-queen You can get Valerie’s Commitment Roadmap ebook here: https://coachvaleriegreene.com/commitment More about Lauren Salaun Lauren Salaun is an accomplished entrepreneur, speaker, transformational facilitator, certified somatic life and success coach, host of the AMPLIFY podcast, and public relations and visibility expert. Her mission is to help women break free from “boss babe” hustle culture and step into their feminine essence—owning their worth, regulating their nervous systems, and creating lives that feel magnetic, spacious, and deeply aligned. She empowers women to embrace their authenticity, elevate their standards, strengthen their boundaries, and attract healthy love and abundance. As a neurodivergent woman, Lauren has a unique ability to support other neurodivergent women in navigating their path with confidence and magnetism. Lauren is an entrepreneur, speaker, transformational facilitator, and somatic life coach dedicated to supporting women in embodying their feminine energy, healing their nervous systems, and reprogramming their subconscious minds so that they can become wildly magnetic. She empowers women to break free from “boss babe” hustle culture, own their worth, activate their power, and invite more ease and flow into their lives. Lauren loves supporting women with attracting their dream relationship by embracing their feminine essence, elevating their standards, upholding their boundaries, and becoming a magnet for healthy love. She specializes in working with high-achieving women, and as a neurodivergent woman, she is especially adept at supporting other neurodivergent women. Lauren is the host of the AMPLIFY podcast, where she explores personal growth, dating and relationships, mindset, and more.

    1hr 9min
  4. 6 May

    Come Home to Yourself

    Many of us feel like we’re living someone else’s life instead of our own. But how do we discover what’s authentic and have the courage to actually live it? That's why I sat down with Zerina Derveni, who helps people break free from self-doubt and lack of clarity to embrace their authentic selves with confidence and purpose. In our soulful conversation, we explore what it truly means to come home to yourself. Using her five-stage framework — Awareness, Unlearning, Exploration, Integration, and Living Authentically — Zerina shares her own journey of transforming her identity from something she performed into something she joyfully embodies. We dive into cultivating nervous system safety, setting boundaries that feel loving rather than rigid, and shifting from anxious or avoidant patterns into a grounded, secure sense of self. This is the practice of returning, again and again, to who you really are. Questions: What does “coming home to yourself” mean on a practical level, and how can someone begin when they feel disconnected or lost? What is your personal journey of coming home to yourself? You often talk about awareness of the subconscious — how can we start recognizing the hidden patterns that quietly shape our identity and relationships? Your five-stage framework moves from Awareness to Living Authentically. Which stage do most people get stuck in, and what helps them move forward with compassion rather than pressure? What’s one thing we can do right now? Zerina is offering a Free gift Complimentary 30 min Life Strategy Call to my audience. You can learn more about that here: https://www.zerinalifecoach.com/contact More about Zerina Derveni Zerina Derveni is a distinguished Life Coach who specializes in empowering high-performing women and organizations to unlock their full potential. Specializing in guiding women who feel lost, stuck, or simply curious to level up, Zerina helps them embrace their inner strength, overcome obstacles, and create lasting transformation in both their personal and professional lives. With a rich Executive background in strategic consulting and client engagement with Fortune 500 brands for over a decade, Zerina brings a unique blend of expertise in personal growth, professional development and transformational coaching.  Her tailored coaching approach is designed for those who seek transformative results, and the clarity needed to thrive lives. Whether pursuing greater personal fulfillment, enhancing relationships or navigating career shifts, Zerina provides the high-level guidance and actionable strategies that lead to lasting success. Invest in yourself and achieve your highest aspirations with Zerina’s bespoke coaching services.

    1hr 11min
  5. 22 Apr

    How to Find Joy After Heartbreak, Burnout, and Everything You Didn’t Choose

    What happens when the life you built was based on blueprints you never actually chose? Many of us grow up absorbing invisible templates — about who we should be, how we should love, what we should tolerate — long before we're old enough to question them. And then one day, we look around and realize the life we've built doesn't feel like ours. That's why I was so excited to talk with Joni, author of Burned, Blocked, and Better Than Ever. In this episode, she shares her deeply personal journey of waking up to the toxic blueprints that shaped her — from childhood trauma and emotional control to religious pressure and painful relationship patterns — and the courageous process of dismantling them to create something real. What I love about this conversation is that it doesn't stay in the pain. Joni's story is ultimately about what becomes possible on the other side: reclaiming your voice, rebuilding your identity, and discovering that healing isn't just surviving — it's creating a life you actually love. If you've ever felt like you were living someone else's script, this one will meet you right where you are. Here's what we cover in our interview: -What inspired you to write Burned, Blocked, and Better Than Ever? -In your book, you talk about "Blueprints." What do you mean by that, and how do those blueprints shape our relationships? -How did your childhood experiences impact the way you saw love, safety, and self-worth? -What does emotional control or religious control look like when someone is living inside it but doesn't fully recognize it yet? -Was there a specific tipping point where you realized you had to choose healing and freedom for yourself? -What did you have to unlearn in order to start building healthier relationships? -How did divorce become not just an ending, but also a turning point in your healing journey? -How do faith, authenticity, and emotional intelligence work together in the healing process? -What does being "better than ever" actually look like in real life — not just on social media, but in the hard, everyday moments? Free Gift: Breaking the Blueprint Reflection Guide This free downloadable guide is designed to help you begin identifying the unhealthy relationship patterns, beliefs, and emotional survival habits that may be keeping you stuck. Inside, you'll receive reflection prompts and healing insights to help you better understand your story, reconnect with your voice, and start taking practical steps toward emotional freedom, healthier boundaries, and more authentic relationships. Get your free guide here: https://joniwoods.com And you can see the full version of Joni's book, "Burned, Blocked, and Better Than Ever" here: https://amzn.to/485eCap More about Joni Woods: Joni Woods is the author of Burned, Blocked, and Better Than Ever: A Raw Journey of Healing, a deeply personal and empowering memoir about breaking free from toxic relational patterns, emotional pain, religious pressure, and the "Blueprints" that keep so many people trapped in cycles of fear, guilt, and disconnection. Through honest storytelling and hard-earned wisdom, Joni shares what it looks like to reclaim your voice, rebuild your identity, heal relational wounds, and create a life rooted in authenticity, emotional health, faith, and freedom. Her passion is helping people foster healthier relationships — with themselves, their children, their faith, and the people they love — while reminding them that healing, joy, and real love are still possible after heartbreak, trauma, and loss.

    56 min
  6. 9 Apr

    The Happiness Formula

    You’ve probably heard that happiness is an inside job, but that can feel like sand slipping through your fingers with everything that’s happening in our world right now! So I’m always looking to interview experts who can help you thrive in life and love.  That’s why I decided to interview Anil Gupta, who’s known as “The Love Doctor,” about his “Happiness Formula.” In 2008 Anil Gupta was suicidal and he not only found a way to overcome his adversity and thrive, but he was determined to distill a formula for how anyone can choose to make themself happy no matter what their outer circumstances are.  Sound like a tall order in today’s world? That’s why I wanted to pick his brain about his Happiness Formula. And what’s more, he’s also offering his book for free to my audience.  Here’s what we cover in our interview:  Why do they call you the love doctor? How did you overcome your own depression and challenges? What is the Happiness formula? What are some practical things that you can do right now that can increase your levels of happiness? How can people overcome upsets? Why do relationships fail and how can we harmonize them? Why is dating so challenging and how can we enjoy the process more? You can get Anil’s book for free here: https://meetanil.com/happiness-book More about Anil Gupta:  Anil helps singles, couples and families overcome their struggles and issues in relationships and communication in a rapid and powerful manner with proven results so they can live richer, fuller lives filled with love. Anil is a triple best-selling international author and TEDx Speaker, positively impacting very large audiences in over 18 countries. Anil overcame suicide in 2008 and has since then formulated the Happiness Formula, The Happiness Test, the Relationship Score and the Relationship Ratio. He has been featured in numerous publications and media outlets including i Heart radio, Fox News, Sky TV, Harvard, ABC, NBC and much more. Anil has coached celebrities including Mike Tyson, was a guest speaker with Richard Branson on Necker Island and has been invited by heads of state and spiritual leaders like the Dalai Lama to meet them. Anil overcame suicide in 2008 and has since then formulated the Happiness Formula, The Happiness Test, the Relationship Score and the Relationship Ratio. He has held relationship and mindset workshops in over 18 countries translated in 8 languages, with audiences of over 10,000 fans. Anil has a unique intuitive gift to remove the blockages that prevent people living fulfilled lives, using his intuitive and proven skill sets. Here are his links for social media:  https://www.facebook.com/AnilLoveDoc https://www.instagram.com/anilgupta_lovedoctor https://www.linkedin.com/in/anilgupta-lovedoctor

    48 min
  7. 26 Mar

    Stop Chasing, Start Feeling: Embodied Ways to Find Love

    What if the key to finding love isn’t about doing more — but feeling more? Most of us have been taught to approach dating from the neck up: analyze the red flags, optimize our profiles, figure out “what we want.” But what if your body already knows things your mind is still catching up to?  That’s why I decided to interview Amber Lavin, a conscious dating and relationship coach who helps people  stop chasing and attract a partner who is truly right for them. In this episode, we explore embodied dating — what it actually means, why so many smart, growth-oriented people still end up in unfulfilling relationships, and how accessing your body’s wisdom can change everything. If you’re tired of overthinking your love life and ready to actually feel your way toward connection, this one’s for you. Here’s what we cover in our interview:  -What does “embodied dating” actually mean? How is it different from just going on dates and meeting people? -How can someone start tuning into their body and emotions when dating? Are there small practices you recommend? -How does being out of touch with your body or feelings keep people stuck in unfulfilling relationships? -What is one common mistake you see people making when dating that keeps them from finding conscious, emotionally available partners? -Can you share a simple exercise or practice that listeners can try today to start feeling more connected and present on dates You can get Amber’s free gift, 21 Day Becoming Secure in Love Journey, here: https://mailchi.mp/9273ce069520/knyr2ntiry A guided experience to help you date with confidence, clarity, and calm delivered straight to your inbox. Each day you will receive a short audio meditation and reflection prompt designed to help you reconnect with yourself, regulate your emotions, and open to genuine connection. The journey moves through three phases of transformation, Love as the Foundation, Embodiment and Presence, and Opening to Connection, so you can build confidence from the inside out. You will also receive a beautifully designed digital journal to track your insights, deepen your reflections, and integrate what you learn each day. Perfect for women ready to break old patterns, feel secure in love, and enjoy dating as a mindful, self-honoring practice. Here is Ambers Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Bdx7HyFHA/?mibextid=wwXIfr More about Amber Lavin:  Amber Lavin is a longtime meditation practitioner who specializes in mind-body connection, attachment theory, and mindfulness-based relational work. She helps individuals navigate the complexities of dating and relationships by guiding them toward deeper self-awareness, emotional attunement, and embodied presence. Through a holistic and evidence based approach, Amber supports individuals in cultivating intentional relationships that align with their values and needs, believing that true connection begins from within.

    1hr 4min
  8. 12 Mar

     How to Use Pleasure to Heal Old Wounds

    Have you ever tried to heal your patterns in love — working on your attachment style, processing your childhood wounds, learning to communicate better — and it just feels like… work? Like you’re grinding through another layer of self-improvement, wondering when you’ll finally get to relax and enjoy love? What if the path to lasting change wasn’t more effort, but more pleasure? That’s why I sat down with Lauren Harkness, co-founder of The Tantra Institute, advanced certified tantra educator, and somatic trauma facilitator. Lauren has spent years helping people heal sexual trauma, transform repeating relationship patterns, and come home to their bodies as a source of wisdom, pleasure, and power. In our interview, she dropped many of nuggets of embodied wisdom that felt like coming home to myself. In this episode, we explore: ∙ What role the body and nervous system play in how we attach, connect, and relate — especially in intimate relationships ∙ How unprocessed trauma or stored stress shows up in intimacy, conflict, or desire ∙ How learning to source fulfillment and aliveness from within yourself changes the way you show up in relationships ∙ Practices you can try to build more presence, self-trust, and nervous system safety If you’ve ever felt like you know what you want in love but can’t seem to embody it, this conversation is for you. Lauren offered a free 5‑minute Sensual Activation Practice: https://laurenharkness.kartra.com/page/Blissful-path More about Lauren Harkness: Lauren is a trained Tantrika and Advanced Certified Tantra Educator with Charles Muir’s Source School of Tantra. She also studied Lafayette Morehouse practices and is trained in the D/s arts and Shamanism with Om Rupani, Somatic Experiencing with Peter Levine, and is a Mastery Graduate of Mama Gena's School of Womanly Arts. A jewelry designer and seductress, Lauren is a stand for everyone ready to heal and further ignite their sexual self, sovereign and free! She teaches Tantra and other modalities of healing and personal growth.   She also offers private Tantra Sessions, Coaching Sessions, and Reiki Healing Attunements.  She teaches large group classes internationally and has taught at Burning Man, FYN, Dark Odyssey, and is the Co-Founder of The Tantra Institute of NY. "When you touch one thing with deep awareness, you touch everything." - Thich Nhat Hanh

    46 min

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The more vibrant we become in Mind-Body-Spirit, the more magnetic and closer we become with our True Love. Relationship Expert Valerie Greene has coached people from all over the world on how to have the relationship of their dreams. She brings you interviews with top experts in the areas of mind, body, spirit, and relationship to unlock your ability to create Soul Shaking Love.