What if everything you thought you knew about love was wrong? In this episode of Evolving Together, I'm welcoming back Kristy Halvorsen, author of Perfect Unfolding for a conversation about love, grief, and all the messy, unexpected things in between. We ask, can love really hurt us? Does unconditional love exist? And if so, how does that work? We talk about falling in love when you least expect it and relationships that change form. Of course, we explore what it means to love without all the labels, expectations, and judgments we tend to attach to it. And, grab your tissues. We can’t talk about love without bringing up grief, so we go there too. This conversation reminded me why I started this podcast in the first place: to connect, share stories, ask questions, and explore the things that make us human. So settle in, because we're talking about love in all its shades and flavors. About Kristy and where to get her book and follow on social media If "normal" is a way of being, Kristy Halvorsen is not that. In 2017, she sold everything, left her firefighting career, and hit the road in her Airstream trailer. For nearly nine years, she has migrated with the seasons, often with no idea where she's headed next. In addition to being a nomadic world traveler, she is a mentor, coach, and bestselling author of Perfect Unfolding: Seven Years of Life-Changing Solo Adventure, One Year That Broke Me Open, a vulnerable, deeply human account of what’s possible when you live in curiosity and wonder, embrace the unknown, and trust life while waking up to the simplicity and freedom available to us all. Website: PerfectUnfolding.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristy.halvorsen/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-halvorsen/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/1kristy Goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/241413488-perfect-unfolding About the Podcast Evolving Together is a space for candid conversations about all the messy things happening in midlife — relationships, identity shifts, parenting, grief, health, purpose, reinvention, and everything in between. Together, we learn, laugh, cry, question things, and evolve with zero judgment. Support the Podcast Love what you’re hearing? Support the show and join the community on Patreon, either free or through one of the tiers; Groupie or Collaborator through this link. http://Patreon.com/EvolvingTogether834 Find and Follow Evolving Together on... Facebook - facebook.com/evolvingtogetherpodcast/ Instagram - instagram.com/evolving.together.podcast/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Evolving.Together.Podcast TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@evolvingtogether.podcast?_r=1&_t=ZP-95t6IEQmA4U Evolving Together Website - https://evolvingtogether.transistor.fm/ Affiliate Links and Stuff We LOVE Juice Plus Superfood Capsules - Better than vitamins us.juiceplus.com/?partner=10621426 Luminate - the best brain/energy drink that’s actually good for you https://us.juiceplus.com/products/luminate-watermelon-lime?partner=10621426&variant=48040566194434 Tower Gardens - Grow your own food indoors year round or outdoors, no weeds, no waste, no watering, no soil, just delicious salad greens, herbs and vegetables without pesticides, fertilizers or nasty handling of other people in store. https://us.towergarden.com/#heidisexton (add Heidi Sexton at check out for affiliate name) Sugar Fix Pralines - Original New Orleans Pralines - The only fix for your sweet tooth. http://www.sugarfixpralines.com Seeking Health - the BEST *Ashwaganda, *serotonin support, brain focus and dopamine support supplements. Get $10 off your first order. $20 minimum. https://prz.io/arNRODyIy *Essential for great sleep, along with l-Theanine. Lovelyskin.com - They have ALL the best brands for skincare! mention Heidi Sexton @checkout where it says “referred by a friend?” get $20 off your first order over $50. Disclaimer This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, financial, or mental health advice. Always consult a qualified professional regarding your individual situation. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★