Dr. G Speaks

Dr. G
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Do you feel held back? Do you feel stuck? Do you feel as though you are going through the motions? Welcome to Dr. G Speaks, where we explore the powerful intersection of freedom, faith, and fun! Join Dr. G as she reminds you to know there’s more to life. Each episode dives into topics like leaning into ease, releasing what no longer serves you, and the transformative power of trust and surrender to the Lord. Discover the possibilities you never knew existed and learn how to embrace the life you truly deserve. As the author of Look Stop Hiding: How to Find Your Voice and Never Dim Your Light Again, Dr. G wants you to know that it's time to stop hiding and start thriving—together, we’ll uncover your potential and ignite your journey to a life of freedom, faith and fun. Let's get it!  Connect with dr. G: Web: https://www.kristenguillory.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/drkristenguillory/

  1. 2d ago

    Dating? 12 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Go on That Date

    Are you living by old dating scripts or actually making choices aligned with who you are now and what God wants for you? In this episode, I’m asking: What if the real reason dating keeps feeling complicated is because you never stopped to check whether you’re truly ready, healed, or even meant to be dating right now? This isn’t a list of tips or tricks; it’s a set of questions most people never ask themselves. I break down the exact self-reflections that can help you break free from mindless dating routines, set boundaries that actually matter, and stop repeating past mistakes. If you’ve been burned, confused, or just tired of doing dating “the way everyone does it,” this will shift how you move and who you invite in. Topics Discussed: Why childhood dating habits persist into adulthood and what to do about itThe +12 questions every believer should ask before dating (and why they matter)Healing from past relationships and setting non-negotiable standardsThe importance of intentional friendship vs. traditional datingHow to know if God has actually given you the “green light” to dateSeeking wise counsel, trusting your own discernment, and living life well single or partnered Reset your approach to dating by tuning in, getting honest with yourself, and saying yes to what’s truly aligned with your purpose, not just what you’ve been told you “should” want. Step into clarity, wholeness, and God’s timing. This week’s affirmation: “I am open to God's blessings and desire to be in his will.” Connect with Dr. G: WebsiteInstagramYoutubeFacebookX (Twitter)

  2. Aug 21

    60 | Have You Normalized Believing Everything Has to Be Hard? Strategies for Making Life and Work Lighter Starting Today

    Have you ever caught yourself saying, “life is hard,” or felt pressured to struggle in order to prove you’re doing something right? What if that isn’t actually true? In this episode, I ask: What if you stopped making “hard” the default setting for your life, your business, your relationships or even your self-worth? I share the moment I refused to take part in the “hard is normal” narrative, how inherited beliefs shaped my journey, and why switching from “I have to” to “I get to” changed everything. If you’ve ever felt trapped by unspoken rules about struggle, you’ll want to listen from start to finish. Topics Discussed: Challenging the normalization of “hard” as the default life experienceHow the stories we repeatedly tell and hear impact our behavior, emotions, and outcomesWhy accepting struggle as proof of value can lead us to manufacture unnecessary difficultyThe power of adopting an “I get to” mindset instead of “I have to” in daily livingPersonal examples of resisting limiting beliefs about entrepreneurship, race, and singlenessThe impact of expectations and self-fulfilling prophecies on both mindset and outcomesSpiritual insights on carrying burdens, grace, and choosing joy even in challenge Remember, meaningful things don’t have to be hard to be valuable. Sometimes, ease is a blessing, not a mistake. This week's affirmation: "I am releasing the belief that everything meaningful has to be hard. I welcome challenge without making struggle my identity, and I give myself permission to experience joy, ease, freedom, love, kindness, and abundance."   Connect with Dr. G: WebsiteInstagramYoutubeFacebookX (Twitter)

  3. Aug 12

    59 | Pause: Are You Skipping Gratitude to Chase the Next Goal?

    Have you ever wondered why you rush from one accomplishment to the next, never really feeling the joy of what you’ve achieved? What if the most powerful step you could take is to actually stop and sit in the gratitude of your answered prayers? I share what happened when a simple comment in a sister circle stopped me in my tracks and why the habit of pausing might be exactly what you and I need right now. You’ll hear science, stories, and the surprising truth about how celebrating old wins moves you forward faster than chasing new ones. Topics Discussed: Why high achievers skip gratitude (and what it’s costing us, emotionally and physically)Stats and studies showing how reflection boosts happiness, resilience, and goal achievementThe unspoken regret of “on to the next” culture and how to break itSimple, practical ways to reflect on past prayers, vision boards, and goalsThe power of saying “no new goals” and letting God surprise youAn actionable activity to help you see your past blessings with fresh eyes It’s easy to stay busy, but what would happen if you gave yourself permission to just pause and truly celebrate what’s already in your hands? This one shift could be the most rewarding choice you make this year. This week's affirmation: "The greatest gift I can give myself and my accomplishments is the time to feel them, to understand them, to celebrate them, and to let them transform me." Connect with Dr. G: WebsiteInstagramYoutubeFacebookX (Twitter)

  4. Jul 22

    58 | "I Wish I Wouldn't Have Waited So Long" and Other Lessons from People 20, 30, 40 Years Older

    Have you ever caught yourself saving your real dreams for “someday” when you retire, when the kids are grown, or when you finally get that mythical permission slip to just live? What if the people who’ve already crossed those milestones could teach you exactly what matters most right now? In this episode, I unpack what I’ve learned from spontaneous conversations with people decades older than me, on cruises, airplanes, or even in my own building. These moments radically altered how I look at aging, regret, and what it means to truly live well, not just exist. If you’re tired of waiting, you need to hear this. Topics Discussed: The lessons whispered by strangers, especially women over 60 about waiting too long to liveWhy I intentionally structure my life as a “vacation” and how that changes everythingHow beliefs about aging can shape your health, happiness, and even your future memoriesThe regrets that no one seems to confess until their 70s or 80sPractices I use to honor my grandmother The five reflection questions I use to make sure I’m not postponing life for “later”Every encounter, every ordinary day, is a fresh chance to start living without waiting for someone else’s permission. What you do now matters far more than you think. This week's affirmation: "I choose to live with gratitude, courage, and intention. I honor the gift of today by caring for my mind, body, and spirit. I release fear, regret, and unnecessary burdens. By God’s grace, I will not simply count my days. I will make my days count." Connect with Dr. G: WebsiteInstagramYoutubeFacebookX (Twitter)

  5. Jul 16

    57 | Choosing Better: The Power to Say Absolutely Not to Disrespect

    Have you ever questioned if what you’ve been tolerating was actually meant to be your standard? In this episode, I share the shock and soul-searching that happened when women at my retreat reacted so strongly to my stories of being treated with respect. Is real kindness between women and men truly rare, or have we simply gotten used to calling disrespect normal? I talk about the moments I drew a hard line with friends, family, and even romantic partners, and what I wish every woman knew about their choices. If you’ve ever felt stuck between accepting “breadcrumbs” and demanding more, you need to hear this. Topics Discussed: Why my “mountaintop” of respect was actually my norm and why that shocked other womenThe powerful role self-worth plays (and doesn’t play) in the choices others makeBoundary-setting, even with family members, including my fatherThe importance of realizing respect isn’t a ceiling, it’s the floorUnderstanding that you are never at fault for someone else’s abuse or crueltyEncouragement for women who never knew another way was possibleYou don’t have to accept disrespect as your norm. Maybe no one has shown you another way, but your story doesn’t end there. Keep asking what you truly deserve and believe that respect is only the beginning. Resources Mentioned: Jennifer Lewis, The Mother of Black Hollywood  This week's affirmation: “I am allowed to name what I experience. I am allowed to expect respect. I am allowed to choose differently. And I am not bound to what I once thought was normal. I am a queen who is worthy of everything.” Connect with Dr. G: WebsiteInstagramYoutubeFacebookX (Twitter)

  6. Jun 25

    56 | Stop Stalling: How to Show Up in the Best Way, Even When It's Not Your Preferred Way

    Have you ever given up on something completely just because you couldn’t do it exactly how you planned? In this episode, I ask: What if the way you wanted things to happen is actually limiting what’s possible for you right now? I share real moments from my own life, group coaching, and even missed meetings, how waiting for perfect timing almost kept me from moving forward, and how changing my mindset opened up everything. If you’ve ever thought, “If I can’t do it my way, I might as well not do it at all,” this conversation is for you. There are ways to show up that you haven’t considered, and one shift can break years of waiting. Topics Discussed: The danger of turning preferences into requirements (and how it keeps us stuck)How to make progress when you only have a fraction of the time or energy you plannedThe silent impact of shame, frustration, and all-or-nothing thinking on your confidenceSpecific stories: missed workouts, dissertation deadlines, and rescheduled meetingsInviting God into imperfect plans and discovering new ways to move forwardReframing disappointment into faithful participation, not perfectionActionable reflection questions to reset your outlook in work, relationships, spiritual life, and moreRemember: Progress doesn’t depend on perfect circumstances, but on your willingness to participate with what you have. This week's affirmation: "I release my attachment to how things should happen and remain open to what is still possible. I honor progress, trust God's timing, and move forward with what I have." Connect with Dr. G: WebsiteInstagramYoutubeFacebookX (Twitter)

    56 | Stop Stalling: How to Show Up in the Best Way, Even When It's Not Your Preferred Way

  7. Jun 19

    55 | Feel your Feelings All the Way Through: A Secret Weapon to Emotional Freedom and Capacity

    Have you ever asked yourself why certain feelings never seem to leave, no matter how much time passes? n this episode, I share what really happens when we ignore or downplay our emotions, even the seemingly small ones, and why true strength lies in honestly facing what’s inside. What if the frustration you feel, the sadness you’ve shelved, or the anger you’ve denied are quietly showing up in your body and your life in ways you never expected? I’ll reveal why emotional processing is more than self-care, it’s a necessary choice for healing, spiritual wellness, and real peace. If you’ve ever told yourself, “It’s not a big deal,” this conversation is for you. Topics Discussed: Why processing emotions is a non-negotiable for personal and spiritual healthThe myth that time heals all wounds and what actually doesReal-life examples of suppressed feelings showing up as anxiety, irritability, or numbnessPermission to feel even when others “have it worse” or when you think you “shouldn’t” be upsetThe difference between emotional processing and acting on every feelingIntegrating faith and feelings without pretending, spiritualizing, or faking itPractical steps to identify, feel, and release emotions safely (even if it’s been years)Lessons from David in the Psalms on radical honesty with God Every feeling, whether acknowledged or not, has an impact emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Processing your feelings is a life skill that makes room for peace, presence, and possibility.    This week's affirmation: "I give myself permission to feel what I feel without judgment. My feelings are information, not my identity. As I process honestly, I make room for peace. Feeling isn't weakness. Feeling isn't lack of faith. Feeling isn't losing control. Sometimes the strongest thing you can do is stop arguing with your emotions long enough to listen to what they're trying to tell you, feel it, bring it to God and keep moving." Connect with Dr. G: WebsiteInstagramYoutubeFacebookX (Twitter)

    55 | Feel your Feelings All the Way Through: A Secret Weapon to Emotional Freedom and Capacity

  8. Jun 1

    54 | Radical Honesty: An Unexpected Conversation with my Cousin

    Have you ever caught yourself making excuses, minimizing your pain, or waiting around for someone else to change? In this episode, I ask: What if the thing actually holding you back isn’t your past, but your lack of radical honesty about it? I'm sharing lessons from the unexpected call from my cousin - a conversation that moved me to tears and left me with pages of notes, new questions, and a different way to see healing. If you’ve struggled with owning your wounds, waiting on others, or performing for approval, this episode will challenge you to stop stalling and start living from a real, radically honest place. Topics Covered: The difference between being flawed and pretending to be perfectCommon ways people avoid difficult truths and why they never workWhy “radical honesty” is more powerful than doing more, achieving, or outrunning your woundMoving beyond childhood trauma: living with the scar, not the woundHealthy accountability: why telling someone “don’t do that” rarely helpsWhat happens when you let others set the speed of your healing and how to take it backFive life-changing homework questions for self-reflection and growthEvery answer you’re looking for begins with your willingness to be honest, even if it hurts. That’s where freedom starts. This week's affirmation: "I have the courage to look at myself honestly. I'm not perfect and I don't need to pretend to be. I own my shortcomings, I face my wounds, I acknowledge my mistakes, and I move forward without hesitation and without stalling. Honesty with myself is an act of love for myself." Connect with Dr. G: WebsiteInstagramYoutubeFacebookX (Twitter)

    54 | Radical Honesty: An Unexpected Conversation with my Cousin
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Do you feel held back? Do you feel stuck? Do you feel as though you are going through the motions? Welcome to Dr. G Speaks, where we explore the powerful intersection of freedom, faith, and fun! Join Dr. G as she reminds you to know there’s more to life. Each episode dives into topics like leaning into ease, releasing what no longer serves you, and the transformative power of trust and surrender to the Lord. Discover the possibilities you never knew existed and learn how to embrace the life you truly deserve. As the author of Look Stop Hiding: How to Find Your Voice and Never Dim Your Light Again, Dr. G wants you to know that it's time to stop hiding and start thriving—together, we’ll uncover your potential and ignite your journey to a life of freedom, faith and fun. Let's get it!  Connect with dr. G: Web: https://www.kristenguillory.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/drkristenguillory/

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  • Creator
    Dr. G
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    62
  • Rating
    Explicit
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