Conversations from the Heart

Yvette Erasmus
  • 5.0 (57)
  • Relationships
  • Updated Weekly

A weekly, soul-nourishing podcast offering psychologically grounded, heart-centered reflections on human relationships, inner healing, and compassion-based communication.   Focused on live mini-coaching moments to help callers shift from reactive, domination-based communication to collaborative, heart-centered connection.  Listen for new scripts for stuck situations, new ways of responding to old relationship dynamics and guidance on how to approach these situations with empathy, self-awareness, and effective communication strategies. Here, we emphasize understanding both one's own needs and the needs of others, creating safe spaces for vulnerable conversations, and finding ways to express ourselves authentically while respecting others' boundaries.

  1. 2h ago

    #162 - When You Can't Control the Outcome

    What do we do when we’ve done everything “right” and our efforts don't bring our desired results? This week I speak with Tom, who just received news that his cancer has progressed, despite his many efforts to reverse it. What unfolds is an honest, grounded, and compassionate exploration of what it means to face the limits of control. Together, we explore the emotional complexity of serious illness: anger, grief, fear, hope, and the tension between spiritual beliefs about healing and the reality of the human body. This conversation gently challenges the idea that we can think, feel, or heal our way out of suffering, and offers a more grounded, humane alternative. Read more on the blog. Want more direct access to me? I warmly invite you to become a member of The School of Human Connection.  Join regular live calls where students in the school bring real relationship dilemmas. We slow things down and I'll help you see what's actually happening and how to respond with more integrity, strength and care. You will find a safe space for live discussions and a supportive community of like-minded, open-hearted humans. Stay updated on new episodes and resources by subscribing wherever you listen to podcasts or visiting yvetteerasmus.com. Here are more ways to connect with me: Join the School of Human ConnectionHop on my free Wednesday live callFollow me on YouTube

  2. Aug 31

    #161 - How to Love Your Children Through Uncertainty

    When life takes an unexpected turn, how do we stay connected to the people we love without overwhelming them? Today's episode asks exactly that.  Liza, mother of 3 navigating a serious health diagnosis, wrestles with how to talk to her adult children about what’s happening and she finds herself holding a complex tension: How do I let them in, without making them responsible for me? We explore what it means to share difficult truths with care, to honor each person’s emotional capacity, and to stay in relationship without over-functioning or shutting down. This episode also touches something deeper: the quiet weight of self-blame. The belief that we should have done better, taken better care, or prevented what’s now unfolding. We counter that idea with the possibility of meeting ourselves with compassion instead of judgment. This is a conversation about love in its most honest form: messy, tender, and real. Read more on the blog. Want more direct access to me? I warmly invite you to become a member of The School of Human Connection.  Join regular live calls where students in the school bring real relationship dilemmas. We slow things down and I'll help you see what's actually happening and how to respond with more integrity, strength and care. You will find a safe space for live discussions and a supportive community of like-minded, open-hearted humans. Stay updated on new episodes and resources by subscribing wherever you listen to podcasts or visiting yvetteerasmus.com. Here are more ways to connect with me: Join the School of Human ConnectionHop on my free Wednesday live callFollow me on YouTube

  3. Aug 24

    #160 - Care Without Collapse

    What happens when we feel pressure to care, but we really don't? In this episode, we explore the tension between wanting to be emotionally available, while also wanting to protect boundaries regarding our energy and sense of self. We unpack how our reactions are often intelligent forms of protection shaped by past experiences. And instead of trying to perform the “right” kind of support, we explore what it means to be real, honest, and connected, without collapsing into someone else’s emotional world. This is an invitation to move beyond fixing, performing, or withdrawing, and into a more grounded, honest, and sustainable way of being in relationship with others.  Read more on the blog. Want more direct access to me? I warmly invite you to become a member of The School of Human Connection.  Join regular live calls where students in the school bring real relationship dilemmas. We slow things down and I'll help you see what's actually happening and how to respond with more integrity, strength and care. You will find a safe space for live discussions and a supportive community of like-minded, open-hearted humans. Stay updated on new episodes and resources by subscribing wherever you listen to podcasts or visiting yvetteerasmus.com. Here are more ways to connect with me: Join the School of Human ConnectionHop on my free Wednesday live callFollow me on YouTube

  4. Aug 17

    #159 - When Connection Strategies Backfire

    In this episode, we dive into those moments when we’re upset and reach for connection, but instead of closeness, we get distance, defensiveness, or overwhelm. And somehow, trying harder only makes it worse. We explore what’s really happening in those moments, and why our attempts at connection don’t always land the way we hope. This isn’t about doing it “right.” It’s about understanding the deeper patterns at play, and how to stay grounded when connection doesn’t happen the way we hoped. We’ll look at what it means to grow our capacity to stay with ourselves, even when others can’t meet us in that moment. Because real change doesn’t come from perfect communication. It comes from learning how to relate to ourselves and others with more awareness, steadiness, and care. Read more on the blog. Sign Up for Fall Semester in The School of Human Connection today.   Join Our Free Community on Circle  Want more direct access to me? I warmly invite you to become a member of The School of Human Connection.  Join regular live calls where students in the school bring real relationship dilemmas. We slow things down and I'll help you see what's actually happening and how to respond with more integrity, strength and care. You will find a safe space for live discussions and a supportive community of like-minded, open-hearted humans. Stay updated on new episodes and resources by subscribing wherever you listen to podcasts or visiting yvetteerasmus.com. Here are more ways to connect with me: Join the School of Human ConnectionHop on my free Wednesday live callFollow me on YouTube

  5. Aug 10

    #158 - The Trap of Being a "Good" Partner

    What if trying to be a “good partner” is actually hurting your relationship? In this episode, we explore a powerful and often invisible dynamic: how self-sacrifice, overgiving, and emotional suppression can quietly erode connection. When one partner takes on the role of “giver,” it can create a cycle of resentment, emotional overwhelm, and disconnection, despite the best intentions. In this episode's coaching conversation, we unpack: Why overgiving creates pressure, not connectionThe hidden cost of self-sacrifice in relationshipsHow to stay present with emotions without trying to fix or manage themThe difference between needs and strategies (and why it matters)What it actually looks like to stay connected to yourself in a relationshipThis episode is for anyone who feels like they’re “doing everything right" and still feels unseen or unmet. Read more on the blog. Sign Up for Fall Semester in The School of Human Connection today.   Join Our Free Community on Circle  Want more direct access to me? I warmly invite you to become a member of The School of Human Connection.  Join regular live calls where students in the school bring real relationship dilemmas. We slow things down and I'll help you see what's actually happening and how to respond with more integrity, strength and care. You will find a safe space for live discussions and a supportive community of like-minded, open-hearted humans. Stay updated on new episodes and resources by subscribing wherever you listen to podcasts or visiting yvetteerasmus.com. Here are more ways to connect with me: Join the School of Human ConnectionHop on my free Wednesday live callFollow me on YouTube

  6. Aug 3

    #157 - Can I Trust Myself When I Feel This Much?

    There are moments in life when our inner world gets so loud that we stop trusting ourselves. We feel everything (love, grief, longing, confusion) and instead of clarity, we find ourselves pulled in different directions. It's difficult to tell if our feelings are guiding us or misleading us. In this episode, I talk with Kate, who is navigating the end of a relational “pause” with someone she still deeply cares about. As the moment of decision approaches, she finds herself overwhelmed by conflicting emotions and unsure how to access her own discernment. What unfolds is a powerful exploration of: Why clarity becomes so difficult when emotions are intenseThe tension between wanting repair and wanting to move forward in relationshipsHow emotional flooding is often a sign of healing, not dysfunctionWhy learning to relate to your feelings is more important than trying to control or interpret themWe learn we don’t need to trust every feeling, but we can learn to trust our capacity to stay with ourselves inside our feelings. Read more on the blog.   Sign Up for Fall Semester in The School of Human Connection today.   Join Our Free Community on Circle  Want more direct access to me? I warmly invite you to become a member of The School of Human Connection.  Join regular live calls where students in the school bring real relationship dilemmas. We slow things down and I'll help you see what's actually happening and how to respond with more integrity, strength and care. You will find a safe space for live discussions and a supportive community of like-minded, open-hearted humans. Stay updated on new episodes and resources by subscribing wherever you listen to podcasts or visiting yvetteerasmus.com. Here are more ways to connect with me: Join the School of Human ConnectionHop on my free Wednesday live callFollow me on YouTube

  7. Jul 27

    #156 - How to Stay Open When You Feel Judged or "Fixed"

    Have you ever opened up to someone, only to feel corrected, advised, or subtly judged? In this episode, we explore why “help” can sometimes feel like disapproval, and what’s actually happening in our nervous system when we begin to shut down. Speaking with Nate, we unpack the gap between intention and impact, the protective patterns that get activated when we feel unseen, and how to begin finding our voice again in those moments. This episode is for anyone who has: Felt overwhelmed by unsolicited advice or fixingNoticed themselves shutting down in conversationsStruggled to ask for what they actually needWondered why certain interactions feel so activatingThis is an invitation to soften your inner world, strengthen your voice, and build relationships rooted in real understanding, not correction. Read more on the blog. Sign Up for Fall Semester in The School of Human Connection today.   Join Our Free Community on Circle  Want more direct access to me? I warmly invite you to become a member of The School of Human Connection.  Join regular live calls where students in the school bring real relationship dilemmas. We slow things down and I'll help you see what's actually happening and how to respond with more integrity, strength and care. You will find a safe space for live discussions and a supportive community of like-minded, open-hearted humans. Stay updated on new episodes and resources by subscribing wherever you listen to podcasts or visiting yvetteerasmus.com. Here are more ways to connect with me: Join the School of Human ConnectionHop on my free Wednesday live callFollow me on YouTube

  8. Jul 20

    #155 - Does Your Child Think You're the Problem?

    What happens when the behavior that triggers you most is something you recognize in yourself? In this conversation, we explore what it means to be on the receiving end of harsh criticism, and the shock of realizing we’ve done the same thing to others. This episode unpacks grandiosity as a protective strategy, how shame and powerlessness drive disconnection, and what it looks like to respond with clarity, boundaries, and care, especially as a parent. We'll Discuss: •Why grandiosity and criticism are often self-protection, not character flaws •How to respond when someone is attacking or diagnosing you •The difference between being “good” and being real in relationships •How to set boundaries without shutting down connection •Why your child (or partner) reflecting your past can be a powerful opportunity for healing Read more on the blog. Sign Up for Fall Semester in The School of Human Connection today.   Join Our Free Community on Circle  Want more direct access to me? I warmly invite you to become a member of The School of Human Connection.  Join regular live calls where students in the school bring real relationship dilemmas. We slow things down and I'll help you see what's actually happening and how to respond with more integrity, strength and care. You will find a safe space for live discussions and a supportive community of like-minded, open-hearted humans. Stay updated on new episodes and resources by subscribing wherever you listen to podcasts or visiting yvetteerasmus.com. Here are more ways to connect with me: Join the School of Human ConnectionHop on my free Wednesday live callFollow me on YouTube

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A weekly, soul-nourishing podcast offering psychologically grounded, heart-centered reflections on human relationships, inner healing, and compassion-based communication.   Focused on live mini-coaching moments to help callers shift from reactive, domination-based communication to collaborative, heart-centered connection.  Listen for new scripts for stuck situations, new ways of responding to old relationship dynamics and guidance on how to approach these situations with empathy, self-awareness, and effective communication strategies. Here, we emphasize understanding both one's own needs and the needs of others, creating safe spaces for vulnerable conversations, and finding ways to express ourselves authentically while respecting others' boundaries.

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  • Creator
    Yvette Erasmus
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    164
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Conversations from the Heart
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    Conversations from the Heart

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