Emotionally Wealthy

Karen Conlon
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You look successful on the outside. You know how to get things done, stay productive, and keep it together. But inside, you may struggle to feel seen, valued, or emotionally safe in your closest relationships. You crave deeper, more authentic connection, and it’s not just about who you choose, it’s about how you show up. High achievement often comes at the cost of emotional connection. Hosted by Karen Conlon, coach, psychotherapist, and relationship expert, Emotionally Wealthy explores how childhood conditioning, emotional patterns, and unexamined beliefs quietly shape the way we show up in love, work, and life. If you have ever wondered: - Why you feel numb, lonely, or unfulfilled despite “doing everything right” - Why relationships feel harder than they should - Why you struggle to name your needs, trust your emotions, or set boundaries without guilt - Why insight alone hasn’t led to lasting change You are in the right place. Each episode blends emotional insight, relational neuroscience, and real-life conversations to help you master self-awareness, break old patterns, and build deeper, more authentic relationships. Topics include emotional intelligence, attachment, boundaries, people-pleasing, emotional resilience, self-trust, and what it actually takes to feel connected, grounded, and fulfilled. This is not surface-level motivation or quick-fix advice. It is honest, practical, and deeply human. Whether you are navigating relationships, questioning long-held patterns, or ready to stop performing and start living with clarity and intention, Emotionally Wealthy offers the insight and tools to help you move from emotional disconnection to clarity and direction.

  1. 9h ago

    How to Stop Living For Everyone Else And Start Coming Back to Yourself with Annalyn Cruz

    In this episode of Emotionally Wealthy, we're joined by sovereignty coach, speaker, storyteller, and founder of Grounded in Wisdom, Annalyn Cruz, for an honest conversation about self-abandonment, identity, and what it truly means to come home to yourself. Together, we explore how childhood experiences, cultural expectations, and the need for external validation can quietly shape the relationships we choose and the lives we build. Annalyn shares the deeply personal story of how losing herself in an unhealthy marriage ultimately became the catalyst for reclaiming her voice, rediscovering her purpose, and helping other women do the same. We also discuss why so many women stay in situations that no longer align with who they are, how old belief systems keep us stuck, and why choosing yourself isn't selfish, it's essential. Whether you're navigating a relationship ending, questioning your career, or simply feeling disconnected from the woman you once were, this conversation offers hope, practical insight, and permission to begin again. In this episode, we discuss: How childhood conditioning and cultural expectations influence the way we seek love and belongingThe subtle ways self-abandonment shows up in relationships, careers, and everyday lifeWhy familiarity often keeps us stuck, even when we're deeply unhappyWhat "life contracts" are and how to recognize the beliefs that no longer serve youThe role of self-compassion in healing after heartbreak, divorce, or major life transitionsWhy embodiment, intuition, and nervous system awareness are powerful tools for personal transformationHow to reconnect with the playful, authentic parts of yourself you've left behindWhy choosing yourself creates healthier relationships not selfishness This episode is for you if you've ever wondered: Why do I keep putting everyone else's needs before my own?How do I know if I've outgrown the life I'm living?Why is it so hard to leave a relationship, job, or identity that no longer fits?Is it too late to start over in my 40s, 50s, or beyond?How do I rebuild trust in myself after losing my voice? Healing isn't about becoming someone new. It's about remembering who you've always been beneath the expectations, the people-pleasing, and the fear. The life you're longing for doesn't begin when everything feels certain ,it begins the moment you choose to believe that you're worthy of more. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 03:07 Childhood Conditioning and the Need for Approval 05:52 Losing Yourself Through External Validation 07:13 How Childhood Patterns Shape Adult Relationships 08:40 When You Realize Your Life No Longer Feels Like Yours 10:30 The Kitchen Moment That Changed Everything 11:32 Trusting Your Intuition Instead of Ignoring It 12:55 What It Really Means to Quiet Yourself 14:17 Hiding Emotional Pain Behind Achievement 15:25 Self-Abandonment and Losing Your Identity 17:40 Breaking Free from People-Pleasing 20:15 Why We Stay in Unhealthy Relationships 24:30 Reclaiming Your Voice and Personal Power 28:10 Letting Go of Old Life Contracts 32:45 Choosing Yourself Without Feeling Selfish 37:20 Healing Through Self-Awareness 42:10 Redefining Love, Acceptance, and Belonging 47:35 Finding Your Way Back to Yourself 52:00 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways Resources & Links Website https://karenconlon.com/ Book Karen as a Podcast Guest https://talks.co/karen-conlon-lcsw Apply to Be a Guest Expert or Live Coaching Guest https://karenconlon.com/become-a-podcast-guest Review the Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1814244500?action=write-review Grab Your Free Guide 5 Steps to Powerful Self-Awareness and More Authentic Connections https://karenconlon.com/freebie Books & Workbooks The Teenager’s Guide to Adulting Skills and Life Hacks https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQGHHT6L Manage Your Anxiety Workbook & Journal https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F5FW5Q2J Connect With Karen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karen_conlon_lcsw/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559407463659 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenconlonlcsw/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@karen_conlon_lcsw Substack: https://karenconlon.substack.com/ Tune in to the Emotionally Wealthy Podcast Your Preferred Platform Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/emotionally-wealthy/id1814244500 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1BxaZasAk68BD5mRkD59cI?si=b406d5735eae4304 Connect with Annalyn Cruz: Website: https://groundedinwisdom.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/groundedinwisdom Substack: https://annalyncruz.substack.com Post-production and distribution are handled by the Buzzspear team. https://www.buzzspear.com/

    How to Stop Living For Everyone Else And Start Coming Back to Yourself with Annalyn Cruz

  2. Jul 21

    Beyond the Diagnosis: The Power of Self-Awareness and the Human Capacity for Change with Dr. Erika Horwitz

    In this episode of Emotionally Wealthy, we're joined by award-winning psychologist, mindfulness teacher, and author Dr. Erika Horwitz for an honest conversation about mental illness, resilience, and the possibility of transformation. Together, we explore what happens when a diagnosis becomes part of someone's identity and why it doesn't have to define the rest of their life. Drawing from her own experiences and the remarkable story she co-authored with her brother in Improbable and Extraordinary, Dr. Horwitz shares how healing is possible even after years of struggle with bipolar disorder, addiction, trauma, and shame. We also discuss how childhood experiences shape our emotional lives, why self-awareness and personal responsibility are essential to recovery, and how small, intentional choices can create lasting change. Whether you're navigating your own mental health journey or supporting someone you love, this conversation offers hope, compassion, and practical insight. In this episode, we discuss:Why a diagnosis can explain your experience without defining your identityHow childhood trauma and family dynamics influence emotional well-beingThe realities of living with bipolar disorder and supporting someone through recoveryWhy accountability and self-compassion are both essential for healingThe role of mindfulness, purpose, and daily habits in creating meaningful changeHow simple acts of kindness can support emotional healing and resilience This episode is for you if you've ever wondered:Can someone truly recover from severe mental health challenges?How do I support a loved one without losing myself?What's the difference between taking responsibility and carrying shame?Is lasting transformation really possible after years of struggle?Where do I begin when I feel overwhelmed or hopeless? Healing isn't about pretending the past never happened. It's about choosing, one day at a time, to move forward with greater awareness, compassion, and hope. No diagnosis can define the fullness of who you are and meaningful change is always possible. Resources & Links Website https://karenconlon.com/ Book Karen as a Podcast Guest https://talks.co/karen-conlon-lcsw Apply to Be a Guest Expert or Live Coaching Guest https://karenconlon.com/become-a-podcast-guest Review the Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1814244500?action=write-review Grab Your Free Guide 5 Steps to Powerful Self-Awareness and More Authentic Connections https://karenconlon.com/freebie Books & Workbooks The Teenager’s Guide to Adulting Skills and Life Hacks https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQGHHT6L Manage Your Anxiety Workbook & Journal https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F5FW5Q2J Connect With Karen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karen_conlon_lcsw/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559407463659 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenconlonlcsw/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@karen_conlon_lcsw Substack: https://karenconlon.substack.com/ Tune in to the Emotionally Wealthy Podcast Your Preferred Platform Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/emotionally-wealthy/id1814244500 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1BxaZasAk68BD5mRkD59cI?si=b406d5735eae4304 Connect with Dr. Erika Horwitz Email: drerikahorwitz@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.erika_h/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-erika-horwitz-psychologist-9a1762146/ Get Your Copy Of The Book: improbableandextraordinary.com Post-production and distribution are handled by the Buzzspear team. https://www.buzzspear.com/

    Beyond the Diagnosis: The Power of Self-Awareness and the Human Capacity for Change with Dr. Erika Horwitz

  3. Jul 14

    Post-Divorce Emotional Healing with Karen Conlon, LCSW (Host, Melie Williams)

    This episode originally aired on the Diamonds in Dumpster Fires podcast, hosted by Melie Williams. In this conversation, Karen Conlon, LCSW therapist, transformational coach, and host of the Emotionally Wealthy podcast joins Melie to discuss the emotional journey of healing after divorce, breaking unhealthy relationship patterns, and building healthier connections moving forward. Healing after divorce rarely follows a predictable path. In this conversation, therapist, transformational coach, and Emotionally Wealthy podcast host Karen Conlon shares why recovery isn't about "getting over it" it's about understanding yourself on a deeper level. Together, we explore the emotional realities of life after divorce, from lingering grief and missing an ex to recognizing the relationship patterns that can quietly repeat themselves if left unexamined. Karen offers practical insights into building emotional awareness, taking responsibility without self-blame, and creating healthier relationships moving forward. Whether you're newly divorced or years into your healing journey, this episode offers compassionate guidance for anyone wanting to break old patterns and move forward with greater confidence and clarity. In this episode, we discuss:What genuine healing after divorce looks likeWhy familiar relationship patterns often repeatHow to know if your "relationship picker" needs recalibrationThe signs you're emotionally ready or not ready to start dating againThe difference between healthy independence and emotional avoidance This episode is for you if you've ever asked:Why do I still think about or miss my ex?Am I truly healing, or just moving on?Why do I keep attracting the same kinds of relationships? Healing isn't about reaching perfection. It's about becoming more self-aware, making healthier choices, and giving yourself the space to grow—one step at a time. Connect with KarenWebsite: https://www.karenconlon.com Podcast: Emotionally Wealthy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karen_conlon_lcsw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenconlonlcsw/ Connect with Melie Williams Email:: diamondsindumpsterfires@gmail.com Website:: diamondsindumpsterfires.com Instagram:: https://www.instagram.com/meliewilliams

    Post-Divorce Emotional Healing with Karen Conlon, LCSW (Host, Melie Williams)

  4. Jul 7

    Therapist Signs of Burnout Are Probably Being Ignored with Karen Conlon, LCSW (Host, Dr. Jen Blanchette)

    This episode originally aired on the the Therapist Burnout Podcast, hosted by Dr. Jen Blanchette, this conversation, Karen Conlon, LCSW, host of the Emotionally Wealthy podcast joins Dr. Jen to discuss burnout, over-functioning, emotional healing, and how therapists can reconnect with themselves before burnout takes over. In this special episode, we have an honest conversation about burnout, emotional well-being, and the hidden costs of over-functioning. Together, we explore how childhood experiences and deeply ingrained beliefs can shape the way high achievers show up in their careers, relationships, and everyday lives. We also unpack the less obvious signs of burnout—emotional numbness, resentment, chronic self-sacrifice, and the tendency to convince ourselves that we're "fine" while running on empty. In this episode, you'll discover: The subtle signs of burnout that often go unnoticedWhy helpers and high achievers tend to equate self-sacrifice with successHow self-gaslighting keeps burnout cycles aliveWhat meaningful recovery can look like for therapistsThe latest updates on the Leaving the Chair community Connect with Karen Website: https://www.karenconlon.com Podcast: Emotionally Wealthy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karen_conlon_lcsw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenconlonlcsw/ Connect with Dr. Jen Blanchette Email:: info@drjenblanchette.com Website: drjenblanchette.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjenblanchette LinkedIn:: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjenblanchette/

    Therapist Signs of Burnout Are Probably Being Ignored with Karen Conlon, LCSW (Host, Dr. Jen Blanchette)

  5. Jun 30

    How to Break Stress and Trauma Patterns Before They Make You Sick with Dr. Ashley Anne

    In this episode of Emotionally Wealthy, Karen Conlon, LCSW, sits down with trauma therapist, researcher, and founder of the Gravity Point Institute, Dr. Ashley Ann, to explore why so many of us find ourselves repeating the same emotional patterns even after years of personal growth and therapy. Dr. Ashley shares how her own experiences with chronic illness, burnout, and high sensitivity led her to question traditional approaches to trauma recovery. The result is the Gravity Point Method, a practical framework designed to help people recognize and resolve stress and trauma patterns before they become chronic emotional or physical struggles. Together, Karen and Dr. Ashley discuss how childhood messages shape our nervous systems, why we disconnect from our emotions, and what it takes to reconnect with ourselves in a way that feels safe, manageable, and lasting. Whether you've been stuck in the same emotional cycles, struggle with burnout, or simply want to understand how stress impacts your mind and body, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on healing. In this episode, you'll discover:Why emotional patterns repeat, even when you're trying to changeThe connection between stress, trauma, and chronic illnessHow childhood experiences shape the way you respond to life's challengesWhat it means to be highly sensitive, empathic, or neurodivergentWhy burnout isn't always solved by more self-careHow the Gravity Point Method helps reconnect the body, mind, and relationshipsPractical ways to recognize your stress responses and begin changing them This episode is for you if you've ever wondered:Why do I keep reacting the same way in different situations?Why do I feel emotionally exhausted even after doing "all the right things"?Can unresolved stress affect my physical health?How do I heal without constantly reliving painful experiences?What's the difference between managing stress and actually resolving it? Healing doesn't begin by trying harder—it begins by recognizing the patterns that have been running in the background all along. Once you understand them, you can begin responding with greater awareness, resilience, and emotional freedom. Resources & Links Website https://karenconlon.com/ Book Karen as a Podcast Guest https://talks.co/karen-conlon-lcsw Apply to Be a Guest Expert or Live Coaching Guest https://karenconlon.com/become-a-podcast-guest Review the Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1814244500?action=write-review Grab Your Free Guide 5 Steps to Powerful Self-Awareness and More Authentic Connections https://karenconlon.com/freebie Books & Workbooks The Teenager’s Guide to Adulting Skills and Life Hacks https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQGHHT6L Manage Your Anxiety Workbook & Journal https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F5FW5Q2J Connect With Karen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karen_conlon_lcsw/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559407463659 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenconlonlcsw/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@karen_conlon_lcsw Substack: https://karenconlon.substack.com/ Tune in to the Emotionally Wealthy Podcast Your Preferred Platform Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/emotionally-wealthy/id1814244500/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1BxaZasAk68BD5mRkD59cI?si=b406d5735eae4304/ Connect with Dr Ashley Anne Website:: https://www.gravitypointinstitute.com Email:: ashley@gravitypointinstitute.com

    How to Break Stress and Trauma Patterns Before They Make You Sick with Dr. Ashley Anne

  6. Jun 23

    The Hidden Emotional Side of A Medical Spouse’s Life with Karen Conlon, LCSW (Host, Lisa Muehlenbein, PhD)

    This episode originally aired on the Medlife Support Podcast, hosted by Dr. Lisa Muehlenbein, where I joined as a guest to discuss the emotional realities many partners in medical families experience. Enjoy! The Hidden Emotional Cost of Medical Life: Loneliness, Resentment, and Reclaiming Yourself What happens when you've spent so much time taking care of everyone else that you've lost touch with your own needs? In this conversation with Dr. Lisa Muehlenbein, we explore the emotional experiences many partners of medical professionals quietly carry, including loneliness, resentment, guilt, jealousy, and the gradual loss of self that can happen when your role becomes centered around supporting others. These feelings are often misunderstood, judged, or pushed aside. Yet they may be providing important information about what is missing, what is needed, and where greater connection is possible. Together, we discuss: Why loneliness can exist even in loving relationshipsThe emotional impact of always being the supporterWhat resentment may be trying to tell youHow guilt and self-judgment keep people stuckIdentity loss and the challenge of staying connected to yourselfWhy opposing emotions can coexist at the same timeThe power of emotional awareness in creating healthier relationshipsHow naming your experience can be the first step toward meaningful change If you've ever found yourself thinking: "Why do I feel lonely when I'm not alone?" "Why do I feel guilty for wanting more?" "Why do I feel resentful when I know how hard they work?" This conversation is for you. Because emotional health isn't about judging your feelings. It's about understanding what they're trying to tell you. Connect with KarenWebsite: https://www.karenconlon.com Podcast: Emotionally Wealthy Instagram: @karen_conlon_lcsw LinkedIn: Karen Conlon, LCSW Connect with Lisa Muehlenbein - drlisa@themedlifematrix.com Email:: drlisa@themedlifematrix.com Website:: https://www.themedlifematrix.com Instagram:: @themedlifematrix and @themedlifesupportpodcast Linkedin:: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-muehlenbein-phd-3088b73a/

    The Hidden Emotional Side of A Medical Spouse’s Life with Karen Conlon, LCSW (Host, Lisa Muehlenbein, PhD)

  7. Jun 16

    Afraid To Slow Down? Uncovering The High Achieving Women’s Struggles With Karen Conlon, LCSW (Hosted by, Erin Trier)

    This episode originally aired on the Empowered In Health Podcast, with host Erin Trier. Karen Conlon, LCSW was the guest speaker. Erin and Karen discuss how early conditioning, non-verbal messages, and rewarding certain behaviors can easily and quietly become the reason behind your over-functioning and fears around slowing down. Enjoy! —----------------- What if the real reason you feel overwhelmed, exhausted or stuck… isn’t your schedule - but rather, your conditioning over time? In this exceptional episode of Empowered in Health, I sit down with psychotherapist, coach and host of The Emotionally Wealthy Podcast, Karen Conlon. Together, we unpack the hidden patterns that drive high-achieving women to constantly push, perform and ignore their own needs. Karen shares her deeply personal journey, from growing up as a child of immigrants and navigating “parented child” dynamics to rediscovering her voice through motherhood and setting boundaries for the first time. Together, we explore: • Why slowing down feels scary (and how to build tolerance for it!) • The hidden impact of childhood conditioning and nonverbal messages • How emotions act as signals, not problems to fix • The powerful connection between mental health and physical health (the mind-gut connection!) • Why your body isn’t betraying you; it’s trying to guide you • Practical tools to build emotional awareness and self-trust If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly “doing” but you're still not feeling fulfilled - this conversation will shift how you see yourself, your body and your healing journey. Watch full episode on YOUTUBE here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WA20zsCKMH4 To connect more with Karen: Website: https://www.karenconlon.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/karen_conlon_lcsw/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenconlonlcsw/ Find Karen's Everything Here: https://stan.store/Karen_Conlon_Live_Fulfilled Free Guide: 5 Steps To Powerful Self Awareness & More Authentic Connections: https://karenconlon.com/freebie If this episode resonates with you, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Sharing this episode with a friend can also help us reach more incredible women on their journey to better health. Thank you for being a part of our community and investing in your wellness journey! To stay connected, here's where you can find me online: Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/empoweredinhealth Coaching Business IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/erinktrier Book Free Coaching Call Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.erintrier.com/coaching Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.erintrier.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠... 🎧 Available on: Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/7HVkUSv6V5fKcQz8JiBnUh Apple Podcasts | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/empowered-in-health/id1598678571 Amazon Music | https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/37565b6e-4648-46d0-8881-548e7193313b/empowered-in-health iHeartRadio | https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-empowered-in-health-276832447/

  8. Jun 10

    Brilliant, Ambitious, and Judged by a Double Standard with Rachel Freyman, Esq.

    What if the biggest barrier to having a meaningful career, fulfilling relationships, and personal well-being isn’t a lack of time, but the belief that you must choose one over the other? In this conversation, Karen Conlon sits down with attorney, speaker, and creator of the Choose Both framework, Rachel Freyman, to explore the hidden pressures high-achieving women face. They discuss burnout, guilt, shifting expectations, defining success for yourself, and how moving from “either or” thinking to “both-and” thinking can help create a life that feels aligned and emotionally rich. Who This Episode Is ForHigh-achievers struggling with burnout or competing prioritiesWomen balancing ambition, motherhood, relationships, and personal identityLeaders who want to better understand and retain talented professionals Key Themes & Topics DiscussedMoving beyond either-or thinkingRedefining success on your own termsThe hidden causes of burnoutNavigating guilt, expectations, and workplace biasBuilding a life that aligns with your values Thoughtful TakeawaysBurnout often happens through small decisions that slowly move us away from ourselves.Success becomes exhausting when it’s based on someone else’s definition.The right support should increase your capacity, not your stress. Memorable Quotes“If something feels impossible, it is probably under-supported.”“If you don’t define success for yourself, you’ll spend your whole life chasing it.”“The things in your life are not stealing from each other. They are your life.”“Knowing that your life and career are the life and career you actually want — that’s wealth.” Chapters00:00 Introduction to emotional wealth and Rachel Freyman’s work 02:35 Rachel’s childhood, her mother’s influence, and learning that you can choose both 07:20 Breaking free from either-or thinking and creating a both-and mindset 13:25 The mental cage of competing priorities and the importance of support 16:25 Guilt, motherhood, and the invisible expectations placed on women 19:55 The double standards women face at work and at home 27:00 Understanding burnout through small daily decisions 33:00 Why life is not a pie and how to define your own version of success 34:45 Choosing your five priorities and the “two things” daily practice 39:15 The Choose Both framework and building a life by design 41:25 Workplace bias, perception, and the hidden barriers women experience 51:05 Why organizations lose talented people and how leaders can create a path 55:45 Moving from “Which one do I choose?” to “How do I design for both?” 59:30 Rachel’s practical first step: define your five priorities 01:03:05 What emotional wealth truly means and where to connect with Rachel Resources & LinksWebsitehttps://karenconlon.com/ Emotionally Wealthy PodcastBook Karen as a Podcast Guesthttps://talks.co/karen-conlon-lcsw Apply to Be a Guest Expert or Live Coaching Guesthttps://karenconlon.com/become-a-podcast-guest Review the Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1814244500?action=write-review Free Guide5 Steps to Powerful Self-Awareness and More Authentic Connections https://karenconlon.com/freebie Books & WorkbooksThe Teenager’s Guide to Adulting Skills and Life Hacks https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQGHHT6L Manage Your Anxiety Workbook & Journal https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F5FW5Q2J Connect With KarenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/karen_conlon_lcsw/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559407463659 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenconlonlcsw/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@karen_conlon_lcsw/ Substack: https://karenconlon.substack.com/ Connect With Rachel FreymanWebsitehttps://rachelfreyman.com/ LinkedInwww.linkedin.com/in/rachel-freyman Tune in to the Emotionally Wealthy Podcast Your Preferred PlatformApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/emotionally-wealthy/id1814244500/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1BxaZasAk68BD5mRkD59cI?si=b406d5735eae4304/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-yaUREWiHBJNxwze7zI4/ Post-production and distribution are handled by the Buzzspear team. https://www.buzzspear.com/

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You look successful on the outside. You know how to get things done, stay productive, and keep it together. But inside, you may struggle to feel seen, valued, or emotionally safe in your closest relationships. You crave deeper, more authentic connection, and it’s not just about who you choose, it’s about how you show up. High achievement often comes at the cost of emotional connection. Hosted by Karen Conlon, coach, psychotherapist, and relationship expert, Emotionally Wealthy explores how childhood conditioning, emotional patterns, and unexamined beliefs quietly shape the way we show up in love, work, and life. If you have ever wondered: - Why you feel numb, lonely, or unfulfilled despite “doing everything right” - Why relationships feel harder than they should - Why you struggle to name your needs, trust your emotions, or set boundaries without guilt - Why insight alone hasn’t led to lasting change You are in the right place. Each episode blends emotional insight, relational neuroscience, and real-life conversations to help you master self-awareness, break old patterns, and build deeper, more authentic relationships. Topics include emotional intelligence, attachment, boundaries, people-pleasing, emotional resilience, self-trust, and what it actually takes to feel connected, grounded, and fulfilled. This is not surface-level motivation or quick-fix advice. It is honest, practical, and deeply human. Whether you are navigating relationships, questioning long-held patterns, or ready to stop performing and start living with clarity and intention, Emotionally Wealthy offers the insight and tools to help you move from emotional disconnection to clarity and direction.

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  • Creator
    Karen Conlon
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Karen Conlon
  • Show Website
    Emotionally Wealthy

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