The Practice of Love Podcast

Ashley and Lair Torrent
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The Practice of Love Podcast is a raw, real, and often humorous conversation between licensed therapist Lair Torrent and soul mentor Ashley Torrent. Together, they explore what it truly means to love—with intentionality, curiosity, and care. Whether navigating the complexities of relationship or the tender terrain of personal healing, their conversations offer grounded insights and practical tools for anyone walking the path of conscious connection. You can find Lair at lairtorrent.com or Instagram @lairtorrentholistictherapist, and Ashley can be found at ashleytorrent.com and on Instagram @ashleytorrent29. If you like the podcast, please rate it and leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Silent Divorce: What Happens When We Stop Reaching for Each Other

    09/09/2025

    Silent Divorce: What Happens When We Stop Reaching for Each Other

    Episode 17. Silent divorce is one of the most dangerous places a relationship can land — not because of explosive fights, but because of silence. In this episode, we explore how couples drift into emotional divorce, and how to interrupt the drift. For some, it's a chance to reclaim intimacy. For others, it's a wake-up call to consciously uncouple. In Bloom Summit | April 10-12, 2026 https://www.inbloomsummit.com/ ——————— The Practice of Love Podcast is a raw, real, and often humorous conversation between licensed therapist Lair Torrent and soul mentor Ashley Torrent.  Together, they explore what it truly means to love— with intentionality, curiosity, and care. Whether navigating the complexities of relationship or the tender terrain of personal healing, their conversations offer grounded insights and practical tools for anyone walking the path of conscious connection. You can find Ashley on Instagram at @ashleytorrent29 or on her website ashleytorrent.com. You can find Lair on Instagram at @lairtorrentholisitictherapist or on his website lairtorrent.com.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min

  2. 05/07/2025

    After the Rush: Loving Each Other Without Losing Yourself

    In this episode, we explore what happens after the initial rush of love—the limerence, the passion, the all-consuming desire to be together. Ashley and Lair talk about the natural and necessary phase of individuation that follows, when the real work of relationship begins. How do we return to our rhythms, our routines, our own inner lives—without disconnecting from the relationship? We reflect on the importance of allowing space for personal growth, how to navigate this shift with curiosity instead of fear, and why the conversations during this time are some of the most important for deepening emotional intimacy and long-term connection. ——————— The Practice of Love Podcast is a raw, real, and often humorous conversation between licensed therapist Lair Torrent and soul mentor Ashley Torrent. Together, they explore what it truly means to love—with intentionality, curiosity, and care. Whether navigating the complexities of relationship or the tender terrain of personal healing, their conversations offer grounded insights and practical tools for anyone walking the path of conscious connection. You can find Ashley on Instagram at @ashleytorrent29 or on her website ashleytorrent.com. You can find Lair on Instagram at @lairtorrentholisitictherapist or on his website lairtorrent.com.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min

  3. 03/19/2025

    When Joy Feels Dangerous

    In this episode of The Practice of Love Podcast, Ashley and Lair open up about Lair’s recent surf accident—an experience that brought fear, PTSD, shame, and deep vulnerability to the surface. They reflect on the tension between joy and fear, the subconscious beliefs that can make happiness feel unsafe, and how they navigated this crisis together in the midst of an already intense life transition. Through honesty and reflection, they explore the complexities of trauma, resilience, and the practice of love in the face of unexpected challenges. ——————— Lair and Ashley Torrent host the Practice of Love Podcast. Lair is a psychotherapist and author of The Practice of Love and Ashley Torrent is a psycho-spiritual counselor and intuitive medium. Together they discuss from a personal and clinical perspective what it means to practice love in our relationships with our partners, friends, family members, children, ourselves, and our work. They also share the ups and downs of their 21-year relationship and how the practice of love has kept it alive, sexy, and connective. You can find Ashley on Instagram at @ashleytorrent29 or on her website ashleytorrent.com. You can find Lair on Instagram at @lairtorrentholisitictherapist or on his website lairtorrent.com.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min

  4. 02/12/2025

    Embracing Change

    Change is a constant in life, but how we respond to it shapes our experience. In this episode, Lair and Ashley explore the tension between resistance and acceptance, uncovering why they struggle with change and how surrendering can lead to transformation. Having just moved to Costa Rica, they share their own experiences of navigating major life transitions and the challenges of stepping into the unknown. They discuss the role of spiritual practice in embracing change, the inevitability of chaos in transformation, how to protect inner peace amidst uncertainty, and the importance of staying deeply connected to the soul through it all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min

  5. 12/19/2024

    The Power of Vulnerability: Redefining Strength in Men

    In this episode, Lair and Ashley dive deep into the concept of vulnerability—what it truly means and what it looks like, particularly in men. We explore why vulnerability in men is often misunderstood or even seen as a turn-off, shedding light on societal conditioning and outdated definitions of masculinity. Together, we discuss why embracing vulnerability is not a weakness but a profound act of courage and strength.  The Practice of Love Podcast is hosted by Lair and Ashley Torrent. Lair is a psychotherapist and author of The Practice of Love and Ashley Torrent is a psycho-spiritual counselor and intuitive medium. Together they discuss from a personal and clinical perspective what it means to practice love in our relationships with our partners, friends, family members, children, ourselves, and our work. They also share the ups and downs of their 21-year relationship and how the practice of love has kept it alive, sexy, and connective. #thepracticeoflove #thepracticeoflovepodcast #relationshipgoals #healing You can find Ashley on Instagram at @ashleytorrent29 or on her website ashleytorrent.com. You can find Lair on Instagram at @lairtorrentholistictherapist or on his website lairtorrent.com.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    42 min

  6. 12/05/2024

    The Void Between Us: How Silence Erodes Connection

    In this episode, Ashley and Lair explore how silence can quietly erode trust and intimacy in relationships. They discuss why avoiding difficult conversations can feel safer, how unspoken emotions create distance, and offer practical ways to move from silence to open, meaningful communication. ——————— Lair and Ashley Torrent host the Practice of Love Podcast. Lair is a psychotherapist and author of The Practice of Love and Ashley Torrent is a psycho-spiritual counselor and intuitive medium. Together they discuss from a personal and clinical perspective what it means to practice love in our relationships with our partners, friends, family members, children, ourselves, and our work. They also share the ups and downs of their 21-year relationship and how the practice of love has kept it alive, sexy, and connective. #thepracticeoflove #thepracticeoflovepodcast #relationshipgoals #healing You can find Ashley on Instagram at @ashleytorrent29 or on her website ashleytorrent.com. You can find Lair on Instagram at @lairtorrentholisitictherapist or on his website lairtorrent.com.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min

  7. 05/21/2024

    Should Our Relationships Be This Hard? Part 2

    In this episode, we explore part 2 of the question, should our relationships be this hard? As it turns out, yes they should but not for the reasons most people are experiencing. We dive into the real reason relationships are hard and it’s not what you will find in a Google search.             ——————— The Practice of Love Podcast is hosted by Lair and Ashley Torrent. Lair is a psychotherapist and author of The Practice of Love and Ashley Torrent is a psycho-spiritual counselor and intuitive medium. Together they discuss from a personal and clinical perspective what it means to practice love in our relationships with our partners, friends, family members, children, ourselves, and our work. They also share the ups and downs of their 21-year relationship and how the practice of love has kept it alive, sexy, and connective. You can find Ashley on Instagram at @ashleytorrent29 or on her website at ashleytorrent.com.   You can find Lair on Instagram at @lairtorrentholisitictherapist or on his website lairtorrent.com.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min

  8. 04/08/2024

    Should Our Relationships Be This Hard?

    In this episode, we explore the question, should our relationships be this hard? As it turns out, yes they should but not for the reasons most people are experiencing. In part one of a two-part answer, we dive into the real reason relationships are hard and it's not what you will find in a Google search.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min
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The Practice of Love Podcast is a raw, real, and often humorous conversation between licensed therapist Lair Torrent and soul mentor Ashley Torrent. Together, they explore what it truly means to love—with intentionality, curiosity, and care. Whether navigating the complexities of relationship or the tender terrain of personal healing, their conversations offer grounded insights and practical tools for anyone walking the path of conscious connection. You can find Lair at lairtorrent.com or Instagram @lairtorrentholistictherapist, and Ashley can be found at ashleytorrent.com and on Instagram @ashleytorrent29. If you like the podcast, please rate it and leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Ashley and Lair Torrent
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Explicit
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