The Rachel Kove Podcast

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 For the messy, the resilient, and the ones who refuse to give up. Turning pain into purpose, one episode at a time. A space for raw truth, deep healing, creative transformation, mastering self-love, discovering your true self, building the most satisfying and fulfilling relationships, and learning how to go after your goals so you can live the most creative, empowering, and purpose-driven life. Welcome to The Rachel Kove Podcast—a space for truth, transformation, and real talk about the journey of healing, self-discovery, and emotional freedom. Hosted by Rachel Kove, a certified recovery coach with over 16 years of experience in the mental health and addiction field, this podcast is your weekly (and sometimes twice-weekly) dose of grounded wisdom, radical honesty, and soul-fueled empowerment. Rachel is a proud recovered people-pleaser, former codependent, and someone who has overcome various addictions, including alcohol. She’s done the work—from therapy to emotional excavation—and built a life she genuinely loves. As a mother and a multi-passionate artist, actress, singer, published songwriter, and author, Rachel brings both clinical insight and creative fire to every conversation. With over 3,000 groups facilitated and countless individuals, couples, and families supported, Rachel knows what it takes to create lasting change. She’s here to help you consciously communicate, set boundaries, process your past, and step into your dream life. Whether you’re navigating complex trauma, attachment wounds, CPTSD, or the everyday struggles of being human, Rachel wants this podcast to feel like a friend—someone who sees you, gets you, and is cheering you on every step of the way. This isn’t just a podcast. It’s a sanctuary for healing, growth, and becoming who you’re meant to be—unapologetically. And most of all, it’s a community—a place where we rise together, support one another, and remember we’re never alone in the journey.

  1. 6d ago

    From Survival Mode to Flow State

    ✨ NEW PODCAST EPISODE ✨ From Survival Mode to Flow State What helps us reconnect with our creativity and live from a deeper sense of purpose? In this episode, we explore: • Working through CPTSD and making room for flow • Why we are all artists • Becoming friends with our inner bully • Tapping into the wisdom of our inner sensei • Moving toward a life guided by purpose Listen now and join the conversation.

  2. Sep 21

    Stop People-Pleasing, Start Setting Boundaries

    In this introductory episode about boundaries, we explore why boundaries are essential for healthy relationships. How boundaries create freedom, safety, and empowerment Understanding boundaries as what you choose to say “yes” or “no” to Why setting boundaries can feel uncomfortable or frightening How boundaries protect your well-being and strengthen your relationships

  3. Aug 24

    From Burnout to Power

    In this powerful episode of The Rachel Kove Podcast, I sit down with entrepreneur and mother Deanna Farnell for an honest conversation about resilience, healing, purpose, and redefining success. Deanna shares how she transformed her experience with autoimmune disorders into a source of power, strength, and opportunities to help others. In this episode, we discuss: The physical and emotional consequences of chronic stress and burnout Turning health challenges into purpose, strength, and service Deanna’s relationship with spirituality and how it guides her life Finding happiness through your values instead of material possessions Redefining success in a way that supports your health and well-being The importance of surrounding yourself with women who support, encourage, and genuinely love you The emotional impact of ghosting culture Why honest communication and healthy boundaries are essential Choosing relationships and opportunities that align with who you are becoming This episode is a reminder that some of life’s most difficult experiences can become the foundation for deeper purpose, meaningful connection, and powerful transformation.

  4. Jul 8

    The Emotionally Healthy Adult Your Family Needs

    In this episode, Rachel talks about why becoming the leader of your family starts with becoming an emotionally healthy adult. The way you learned to respond to your emotions often comes from the way your emotions were responded to growing up. The emotions that were ignored, rejected, or shut down within you can become the same emotions you struggle to accept within yourself and others. Your partner and your children don’t need you to be perfect. They need you to be emotionally strong. They need you to understand your emotions, process them in healthy ways, and respond instead of react. Learning how to feel is not weakness — it is leadership. When you build a healthier relationship with your own emotions, you become a safer place for the people you love. If you want to create an emotionally healthy family, it starts with you becoming the emotionally healthy adult your family needs.

  5. Jun 23

    STOP WASTING TIME TRYING TO FIX FEELINGS

    In this episode, Rachel Kove explores one of the most important skills for creating healthy relationships: learning how to respond to emotions without trying to fix them. Many of us were never taught how to sit with uncomfortable feelings—our own or someone else's. Instead, we learned to rescue, advise, control, people-please, or take responsibility for emotions that don't belong to us. While these behaviors often come from a place of love, they can leave us emotionally exhausted and disconnected from ourselves. In this episode, Rachel discusses the difference between compassion and codependency, why fixing other people's emotions is not your job, and how to build the emotional intelligence necessary to navigate difficult feelings with greater confidence and self-awareness. You'll learn how to: Stop taking responsibility for other people's emotions Respond instead of react Build a healthier relationship with empathy and sensitivity Sit with discomfort without trying to control it Improve your relationships through emotional maturity and self-regulation Life is short. Your energy is valuable. The more you learn to manage your own emotions and allow others to have theirs, the more peace, connection, and freedom you create in your life. If you've ever felt responsible for fixing everyone around you, this episode is for you.

  6. Apr 29

    What If Addiction Is a Response, Not an Identity?

    What if we’ve been looking at alcoholism the wrong way? In this episode, Rachel Kove challenges the traditional narrative around addiction and invites you to explore a different perspective—one rooted in self-awareness, nervous system regulation, and unmet needs. Instead of labeling yourself or someone else as “an alcoholic,” what if the behavior is actually a response? What if alcohol is being used as a tool to regulate stress, numb pain, or cope with emotional overwhelm? This episode breaks down: Why people turn to alcohol The role of the nervous system in addiction How unmet emotional needs drive behavior The difference between identity vs. adaptation How to begin addressing the root instead of the symptom This is not about removing responsibility—it’s about creating understanding so real change can happen. If you’ve ever struggled with alcohol, or loved someone who has, this conversation will challenge you, expand your perspective, and give you a new lens to look through.

  7. Apr 8

    You Don’t Have to Choose Between Being a Mom and Your Dreams

    In this episode of The Rachel Kove Podcast, Rachel sits down with Dr. Anjela Chanter for a powerful conversation on motherhood, self-love, and building a life that honors both your purpose and your role as a parent. Together, they explore how mothers can give themselves permission to pursue their careers without guilt, redefine perfectionism as a tool for growth, and reconnect with who they truly are beyond survival mode. This episode dives into the emotional and spiritual journey of becoming the best version of yourself—aligned with who God created you to be. If you’ve ever felt torn between motherhood and your ambitions, this conversation will remind you that you don’t have to choose—you get to become both.

  8. Mar 31 ·  Video

    You Can Accomplish All of Your Goals

    In this episode, Rachel talks about how to stay committed to your goals—even when you feel tired, overwhelmed, or discouraged. She shares a grounded approach to building the life you want, focusing on consistency, mindset, and taking small, intentional steps forward. This episode is a reminder that you don’t need perfect conditions to succeed. If you have the desire in your heart, you are capable of achieving it—one step at a time. Topics include: staying motivated during difficult seasons overcoming overwhelm and fatigue building consistency trusting your vision

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 For the messy, the resilient, and the ones who refuse to give up. Turning pain into purpose, one episode at a time. A space for raw truth, deep healing, creative transformation, mastering self-love, discovering your true self, building the most satisfying and fulfilling relationships, and learning how to go after your goals so you can live the most creative, empowering, and purpose-driven life. Welcome to The Rachel Kove Podcast—a space for truth, transformation, and real talk about the journey of healing, self-discovery, and emotional freedom. Hosted by Rachel Kove, a certified recovery coach with over 16 years of experience in the mental health and addiction field, this podcast is your weekly (and sometimes twice-weekly) dose of grounded wisdom, radical honesty, and soul-fueled empowerment. Rachel is a proud recovered people-pleaser, former codependent, and someone who has overcome various addictions, including alcohol. She’s done the work—from therapy to emotional excavation—and built a life she genuinely loves. As a mother and a multi-passionate artist, actress, singer, published songwriter, and author, Rachel brings both clinical insight and creative fire to every conversation. With over 3,000 groups facilitated and countless individuals, couples, and families supported, Rachel knows what it takes to create lasting change. She’s here to help you consciously communicate, set boundaries, process your past, and step into your dream life. Whether you’re navigating complex trauma, attachment wounds, CPTSD, or the everyday struggles of being human, Rachel wants this podcast to feel like a friend—someone who sees you, gets you, and is cheering you on every step of the way. This isn’t just a podcast. It’s a sanctuary for healing, growth, and becoming who you’re meant to be—unapologetically. And most of all, it’s a community—a place where we rise together, support one another, and remember we’re never alone in the journey.

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  • Creator
    rachelkove
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Explicit
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