Creating Conscious Relationships
Creating Conscious Relationships is a personal development podcast hosted by Jenelle Annette that explores how our relationships mirror our inner world. Each episode focuses on Shadow Work and Inner Work tools, helping listeners identify and release stored pain so they can build healthier connections with themselves and others. Rather than offering more information, the show provides direct practices and solutions meant to create lasting change and transformation. Jenelle shares from her own experience, framing relationships as an arena for personal evolution. Listeners can connect with her through her website, email, and Instagram.
Episodes
Healing Anxious Attachment with Somatic Work: Client Case Study
If you've ever felt hijacked by anxiety in dating or relationships: Overanalyzing texts, feeling unsettled in your body, and stuck in push–pull dynamics, this one is for you.In this case study, you'll hear a real, unfiltered conversation with one of my former 1:1 clients who came to me in the depths of anxious attachment. Through our work together, she not only unraveled long-held relati
Why You Feel Like Everything Is Your Fault: Healing Self-Blame Spirals
If your inner monologue is constantly whispering, “Did I do something wrong?” This one’s for you.In today’s episode, we’re diving into relational anxiety that shows up as self-blame. You know the one: where you feel responsible for everyone else’s mood, you apologize before anyone says a word, and conflict makes you want to disappear. Maybe your default is “It’s all my fault,” even when it’s not.
How to Let Love In When You’re Used to Doing Everything Alone
If receiving love, help, or support feels uncomfortable, even though a part of you deeply craves it, this episode is for you.We’re exploring hyper-independence: where it comes from, how it quietly shapes your relationships, and why control often hides beneath self-reliance.Whether you tend to overfunction for others, downplay your needs, or keep people at arm’s length, this will hit home.I’ll walk
The Hidden Role Shame Plays in Your Relationship Struggles (and How to Break Free)
What if the parts of you you’re most ashamed of are actually the key to your power?In this episode, I’m diving into the complex, sneaky ways shame shows up in our lives and relationships, and how to unravel it.Shame is often at the root of the patterns we can’t seem to break. It tells us we’re bad. Unworthy. Too much. Not enough. And most of the time, we don’t even realize it’s there.You’ll hear m
Stop people-pleasing and start saying yes to you
If you’ve ever felt guilty saying no, obligated to do things you don’t want to do, or pushed your desires aside out of fear of disapproval…This one’s for you.In this episode, I explore how fear, obligation, and guilt quietly shape our lives and what becomes possible when you start giving yourself radical permission instead.Inside, I speak to:The nervous system root of people-pleasingHow “being nic
Are You Making This Common Relationship Mistake Without Realizing It?
So many of us walk into love with a subconscious checklist: Are they giving me enough attention? Are they playful, deep, sexy, emotionally available enough?But what if this constant focus on what you're getting is actually pushing connection further away?In this episode, I share a perspective shift that helps you avoid feeling unmet and unfulfilled in love.In this episode, we will explore:One
Healing Anxious Attachment With Somatic Experiencing Work
If you tend to overthink love and panic when someone pulls away, and spiral into worst-case thinking…This episode is for you.In this episode, I explain how anxious attachment lives in the body and why understanding your patterns alone won't change them. You’ll learn how somatic experiencing can help you finally stop the spiral, shift old patterns, and feel genuinely safe in love.Inside, we’ll
How to Finally Get the Love You Want: The Truth About What Love Is (and What It’s Not)
In this episode, we dive into the heart of one of the most important questions we can ask: What is love, really? Not the fantasy you were taught. Not the version shaped by social media. But the kind of love that holds you, expands you, and grows over time. That steady, deep, real love.You’ll learn:The 8 most common myths that quietly sabotage your ability to receive real, lasting loveHow to know i
Reclaim Your Power: Stop Second-Guessing & Start Leading Yourself
Have you ever felt like you're outsourcing your decisions—constantly seeking advice, approval, or validation before making a move?In this episode, we’re exploring self-leadership and the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways you may be giving your power away.From overthinking every text to following a life path that wasn’t really yours to begin with, we explore:What self-leadership really looks lik
Can a Relationship Be Both Healthy and Passionate? Exploring the Balance
If you’ve ever worried that a healthy relationship might mean missing out on excitement and passion, this episode is for you.Today, we’re breaking down whether you’re just hung up on unrealistic expectations of love or if there’s a real compatibility issue. If your past relationships have been all fire and chaos, it might feel strange settling into something more stable. But don’t worry, stable do
How to Stop Attracting Unavailable People: A Guide for Anxiously Attached Humans
Today’s episode is all about healing Anxious Attachment and breaking free from cycles of attracting emotionally unavailable partners. If you’ve ever felt consumed by obsessive thinking while dating, this episode is for you.We’ll explore how to reclaim your power, stay centered in your worth and confidence, and stop settling for breadcrumbs in dating. These are the steps to attract the healthy, rec
3 Major Dating Mistakes if You Want a Relationship (& What to Do Instead)
Dating can be complex. It can either lead you to the love of your life or lead you further from yourself and true love. That’s why being intentional and mindful in the dating process is key to setting healthy love foundations.This episode is for you if…You’re single/dating and looking for a relationshipYou’ve experienced getting lost in relationships or dating experiencesYou give all your mental e
7 Major Relationship Mistakes (and How to Overcome Them)
If you're in a relationship and you can’t seem to get past certain blocks or conflict, the passion is fading, and resentment has built up, this one's for you.Inside, you'll learn how to create more depth, connection, and understanding of one another. The episode is about truly fostering something deep where you know you can bring all parts of you forward and be met in love.Covered i
Overcoming Insecurity and Becoming Confident
If you're like many people I work with, confidence is something you'd like to step into. It can seem like you're either born with confidence or aren't, but I'm here to say you can build confidence. In this episode, I walk you through all kinds of examples of how you can create more confidence within yourself. Overview of the episode:Arrogance VS confidenceUnconscious block
How to Go From Being Insecure to Secure: My Program Framework & Walkthrough
In this episode, I share my three-phase framework for overcoming insecurity and becoming secure in life and relationships.You’ll learn the methods I use to help you gain more confidence, inner stability, and relationship health. This episode covers:The most common dating mistakes I see women make that keep them stuck and painful relationship loopsThe most common relationship mistake I see couples
What to Do When Someone Pushes Back Against Your Boundaries
If you've ever set a boundary and found people reacting poorly, this one's for you. This episode is also for you if you avoid setting boundaries because you're afraid of how people will react to your boundaries. Inside, I go over common mistakes you might be making that increase the odds of a poor reaction to your boundary. You'll learn when it's time to keep putting in an
Repeating Patterns Even When You Know Better (1:1 Session)
Healing patterns can look like one step forward and two steps back.In this episode, I'm joined by an anonymous guest for a live session. We explore her feeling of being stuck, how that relates to the Nervous System state of Freeze, or Functional Freeze, and how to get unstuck.We also go into the journey of breaking free from old friend groups and societal expectations to live a more authentic
Anxious, Avoidant and Disorganized Attachment in Dating: How to Become Secure
Attachment is a core aspect of your being; it guides the way you love.Dating can be confusing, with so many dynamics at play. That's why understanding attachment is key. This episode decodes the three Insecure Attachment Styles: Anxious, Avoidant, and Disorganized, and how to work towards finding love and feeling more confident in the process.Inside, you'll learn:How each style develops
The Art of Appreciation: Creating More Depth and Closeness in Your Relationships
In this episode, I'll share a simple yet life-changing practice: appreciation beyond surface-level praise. This practice opens hearts and fosters deeper bonds in relationships. You can apply this practice in all relationships, whether it's used to repair after conflict or simply grow closer to someone you're getting to know.Inside, I also share ways you can begin working with this p
Jealousy, Envy, Comparison and Gossip in Friendships
If you've ever struggled in friendships with feelings of jealousy, comparison, or envy, you aren't alone. Perhaps you've even secretly wanted someone to fail or felt frustration and jealousy toward someone's success, happiness, or growth.This episode will help you avoid getting lost in comparison and, instead, move closer to what you really want. If you're craving deeper f
Healthy Conflict Principles in Relationship
Conflict doesn't need to be a bad thing. If you know how to communicate in a healthy way during conflict, it can actually bring you and your partner closer together. This episode highlights why some conflicts go round and round in a never-ending loop and how to overcome this pattern. Inside, you'll learn about healthy communication so you can get to the other side of conflict. I'll
Doing Shadow Work in Relationships to Create Conscious Relationships
THEMES: Shadow Work, Relationships, Inner Work, Conscious Relationship, Conflict Resolution, CommunicationRelationships have the power to bring out sides of everyone that seem 'hidden' initially. You might even be surprised by your own behavior in relationships... This is where practicing Shadow Work is key to resolving conflict and growing together. Today's episode is about using r
The Impact of Technology on Relationships & Wellbeing: A Somatic Guide to Unplug and Reconnect
THEMES: Social Media, Technology, Nervous System, Somatic Healing, RelationshipsHave you been feeling an increasing sense of distractibility, overwhelm, anxiousness, and a general disconnect from yourself or others? On a global level, we are relying on screens at increasing rates. This episode is about asking and exploring important questions like:How are screens impacting our relationships?How do
How to Be More Confident and Self-Expressed (Using Shadow Work & Somatic Work)
[THEMES]: Confidence, self expression, self growth, authenticity, somatic work, nervous system healingThis is a highly requested episode, and inside, you're going to get a range of tools, insights, and practices that will help you become the version of yourself that you've always wanted to be. Through shadow work and somatic work, you'll learn the ins and outs of developing your per
Become Who You’re Meant to Be: Connecting to Your Inner Elder
THEMES: Self-expression, confidence, life path, purpose, inner work, authenticity, life choicesHave you ever wondered… Who am I really? What do I want? Who do I want to become? What feels authentic to me? This episode will help you find answers to those questions. It’s all about connecting with your core essence and desires and letting go of the societal and relational expectations that surround y
Boundaries: The Key to Confidence and Healthier Relationships
[THEMES]: Boundaries, Empowerment, Self Worth, Healthy Relationships There's more to boundaries than saying no. This episode is all about the confidence you can unlock when you have self-respect and discernment. I also share how you can release guilt, fear, and worry when speaking up for your needs. This episode is meant to evoke the part of you that is ready to walk with your head held high
Healing Anxiety with Somatic Work
[THEMES]: Inner Transformation, Anxiety, Somatic Experiencing, Shadow Work, HealingDo you ever feel like anxiety has its grip on every aspect of your life? In this episode, I explore the nature of anxiety and how it impacts our lives far beyond the surface, hindering our ability to take risks, form healthy relationships, and find peace in the moment. This episode isn't just about highlighting
Finding Her True Passion & Changing Her Client's Lives: Nikki's Journey Inside My Facilitation Training
[THEMES]: Inner Transformation, Business Growth, Money Mindset, Shadow Work, Facilitation SkillsMeet Nikki, a recent graduate from my Facilitation program, The Art of Alchemy. She is an accountant turned money coach who is passionate about going to the depths of healing when it comes to people's relationship with money. In this episode, we talk about the necessary shifts one must go through t
Overcoming the Fear of Rejection & Finding Authenticity
THEMES: [Validation, Overcoming Fear, Authenticity, Shadow Work]In this episode, I dive into the fear of rejection, providing valuable insights on confronting these fears head-on.We’ll move through thought-provoking exercises and deep introspection and learn how to overcome the fear of rejection by becoming more yourself. If you want support connecting to your body and healing from your past, clic
Somatic Experiencing: How Trauma Is Stored in the Body & How to Release It
Themes: [Somatic Experiencing, Subconscious Patterns, Bodywork]Have you ever had the experience of being afraid of something for no discernible reason? Or perhaps you find yourself feeling fine one moment, and suddenly cascading into an anxious spiral the next? If this resonates, then this episode is for you. In this episode, I explore how your past experiences live in your body and how to begin r
The Root of Self Sabotage - Victim Mentality: How to Overcome It and Be Empowered
Themes: [Victim Mindset, Nervous System, Somatic Experiencing, Self Empowerment]Do you find yourself thinking, “This always happens to me” or “I never get what I want”? Do you sometimes (or lots of times) feel like the universe is actively working against you? This episode is here to call some things out and help you feel more empowered to create the life you want. In this episode, I explain how y
How to Let Go of an Ex (Even When It Feels Impossible)
Themes: [Letting go, endings, breakup, moving on from an Ex]If you’ve ever had a hard time letting go of someone and find yourself wondering… “Am I ever going to get over them?” This one's for you.In this episode, I’m breaking down all the reasons WHY you might be stuck on someone and what to do to let go. I’ll also take you through a guided practice to release your ex and move on so you can
Relationship Lessons From Living in Community
[THEMES]: Inner Work, Conscious Relationships, Community Living, Navigating Relationships Today’s episode is all about my life living on 10 acres of forested land with 8 close friends. Have you ever wondered what community life might look like? Maybe you’ve dreamt of a life in the woods, cooking meals together, gardening, and spending time with a close-knit group of those nearest and dearest to yo
Should I Stay or Should I Go? Knowing When to Breakup or Work It Out
[THEMES]: Inner Work, Breaking Up, Conscious Relationships, Trusting Your Path.Today’s episode is all about finding clarity. If you find yourself in a relationship questioning, ‘Do I stay or do I go?’ ‘How do I know if I’m making the right choice?’ ‘Am I coming from fear, or is this my intuition?’ This episode is for you!In this episode, I dive into:Questions to ask yourself to find the answer to
6 Signs You’re Ready For a Conscious Relationship
[THEMES]: Conscious Relationships, Inner Work, Dating, Relationships, Attachment Today’s episode will help you uncover what it takes to be ready for a conscious relationship. If you’ve ever felt like your relationships end in a familiar pattern and you’re ready for something deeper, this is the episode for you.Here’s the outline for the episode:What is a Conscious Relationship? And why aren’t most
Overcoming Self-Doubt
Self-doubt ripples into every aspect of your life. In this episode, we’ll look at how self-doubt can lead to self-sabotage and co-dependency, driven by hidden fears that keep you stuck. I’ll be sharing insights on how you can overcome this so you can create a more fulfilling life and have healthy relationships.Covered in the episode:Ways self-doubt may be showing up in your lifeThe fear of the unk
My Journey with Plant Medicine: Ayahuasca, Psilocybin & Peyote.
Welcome to this week's episode, where I'll be sharing my personal journey and insights gained from working with various plant medicines, including Psilocybin, Ayahuasca, Peyote, and Ra-pé.In this episode, I emphasize the importance of respecting indigenous practices and ceremonies when working with these powerful tools.I’ll reflect on the lessons that are present both during a plant medi
Healing From a Breakup (1:1 Coaching Session)
[Themes]: Breakups. Conscious Relationship. Shadow Work. Letting Go.1:1 Session Segment: In this episode, I sit down with a guest who is processing a recent breakup. We explore patterns that often repeat in relationships and the dance of taking ownership without blaming yourself. Here are a few explorations from the episode...How heightened your inner critic can be during a breakup.The importance
Creating Powerful Results For Clients: Bee's Journey Inside My Facilitation Training
In this week’s episode, I sit down with Bee to discuss her journey inside my Facilitation Training for Coaches and Mentors. She had just finished a coaching certification training but lacked the tools and processes to lead complete sessions, so she decided to join my program.Many of the coaching trainings out there are either mostly theoretical and lack applicable, clear processes OR are surface l
How Your Nervous System Affects Your Relationships
This week’s episode explores how different nervous system states impact your ability to connect, grow in love, and make healthy relationship choices. I go into how attachment styles and patterns are revealing something about your inner world. You’ll gain a few tools to understand your body's cues so you can rise in love and heal painful patterns. We also go into…Implicit memories: How the pas
Healing Anxious Attachment With Somatic Tools (1:1 Coaching Session)
Themes: Attachment Style, Secure Attachment, Somatic Work, Communication Tools, Overthinking and Inner Child Work. New segment on the show: Peek behind the curtain into what a coaching call sounds and feels like! In this episode, we go deep into “E’s” anxiety within dating. We explore the origins of her attachment wounds and how it impacts her ability to connect with someone she is dating. For her
3 Levels of Growth: How to Change Any Habit or Pattern
In this episode, I dive into the three levels of intervention that can help you overcome a pattern or habit that's holding you back from your full potential. We start by understanding how habits are formed and how emotional and behavioral feedback loops are created and maintained in our minds and bodies. I discuss the importance of creating space between stimulus and response, also known as
Changing Your Attachment Style & Creating Healthier Relationships
In this episode, I explore attachment as a spectrum rather than identity and how it can manifest in your life. I dive into the different styles of attachment, such as anxious, avoidant, and disorganized, and how they can show up in your behaviors and relationships. Learn how attachment is developed and gain insights into your attachment style. I also touch on what a securely attached child and adu
Becoming a Highly Skilled Coach: Hanna's Journey Inside My Facilitation Training
What makes coaching effective? What does it actually take to create change in our clients' lives?In this week's episode, I sat down with Hanna to discuss her transformative journey through my Facilitator training program, The Art of Alchemy.Once she graduated from the program, multiple clients told her they received more from one session than they had in years of therapy.Hanna shares her
How to Grow in Emotional Intelligence & Maturity
In this episode, I delve into what emotional intelligence and maturity really mean, the signs that show if someone is emotionally mature or not, and the reasons behind it. You will learn why having a broad emotional range and emotional maturity is so important for a fulfilling life and how it positively impacts your relationships and overall well-being. You will gain communication tools to share y
How to Respond Rather Than React (Using Somatic Practices & Awareness)
In this episode, we will explore the powerful difference between responding and reacting and how learning to respond can transform your life.We will explore the reasons behind our reactions and how our nervous system plays a crucial role in our ability to respond rather than react. You will learn about the mental narratives that drive your reactions and how to change them to support a more conscio
How to Keep Your Relationship Alive: Conscious Relationship Principles
Do you wonder what it really takes to create a Conscious Relationship?Do you experience a doomy feeling when it comes to relationships? Like it just feels too hard at times, and no can seems to be able to ‘figure it out’?Enter: Conscious Relationships.Everything it takes to keep relationships alive & thriving.It won't be easy, but it's worth it. In this episode, I talk about:An excit
7 Inner Work Foundations to Make Your Dreams Reality
Themes: Confidence, ending patterns, calling in friendships, partners, opportunities and self-love. Summary:In this episode, I share insights, perspective shifts and practices that will help you create the kind of life you dream about.I share how I’ve seen and supported countless women in these shifts and my stories of manifesting success, a partner, my dream work, travel and more.If you know you
Stop Playing Small: Confidence & Boundaries to Make Your Dream Life & Relationships a Reality
Themes: Empowerment, Self-Love, Relationships, Confidence, BoundariesSummary:We’ve heard it before: “The only one standing in your way is you.” What isn’t often explained is how to get out of your way, take an empowered stance, and start playing big. Well, this episode is all of that and more. If you’ve ever… Focused on being chosen by a romantic partner rather than realizing you’re the one choosi
Conscious Communication Tools (For All Relationships)
According to a study, 67.5% of marriages ended because of communication problems. So why is communication so difficult for so many? In this episode, I’ll share why you may struggle to communicate in the first place and what happens if you don’t. We will explore your family system dynamics to understand the blocks you experience as an adult, and have the key understandings to feel safe opening up a
Breaking Patterns: How to Get Unstuck
Have you ever wanted to consciously make a change in your life, yet found yourself repeating the very thing you wanted to stop? Some patterns are very difficult to change, and in this episode, you’ll find out why that is. In the episode we also explore:Why most people stay stuck in some painful patterns for life (and how to avoid that)The issue with societal shame and how it perpetuates our patter
How to Do Shadow Work
“Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life, and you will call it fate.” - Carl Jung95% of your brain's functioning is unconscious…While you feel like your conscious mind is in the driver's seat, your subconscious is actually leading the way. That’s where Shadow Work comes in. Shadow Work is about lifting the veil and seeing all the ways your past and inner world
Identifying & Setting Boundaries (Without Guilt)
If you tend to over-extend yourself, say yes when you want to say no, or avoid speaking up for your needs… You likely need more boundaries in place.Easier said than done, as setting boundaries can be extremely confronting. It brings up all the fears of being left behind, misunderstood and judged.That’s why I made an entire juicy podcast episode to explore the intricacies of boundary setting.In thi
How to Embrace Being Single (Without Settling Or Giving Up on Love)
Being single is a gift, yet many people fear it or try to get into relationships as quickly as possible. This episode is for you if...You’ve ever felt like being single makes you less than.You constantly wonder when you will meet your man or partner.You fear being alone or feel envious of those in a relationship. You either jump from relationship to relationship, never really pre-qualifying your p
How to Stop People Pleasing
Are you a people-pleaser or a caretaker? When you repetitively overextend yourself for others, you tend to lose yourself in the process. In today’s episode of Creating Conscious Relationships Podcast, we’re going to be talking about healing people-pleasing: where it developed and how to actively work on overcoming these tendencies.Healing from this is crucial for your own well-being and the health
Why You Change Around People You're Attracted To
Have you ever noticed that around certain people your behavior changes? This can be especially true if you are attracted to someone.This dynamic tells you something about your mind, and it’s helpful to understand what's happening beneath the surface.In this episode, we'll look at why your behavior changes, how to become authentic no matter who is around, and take a deep look into your pa
Healing Body Image Issues & Finding Confidence
Social media is wreaking havoc on women’s mental health and body image. It’s important to wake up to what’s happening before it consumes you.In this day and age, we are taught that ‘our worth comes from our body.’ I’m here to help you challenge that outdated, disempowering message.In this episode, we will dive deep into ‘Body Image’: the complexities of understanding where it formed and how it imp
Discerning Between a Trauma Bond and Love Bond
How do you know if you're in a healthy or unhealthy relationship? And, if you're in a toxic relationship, how do you heal from it?In this episode, you will unravel how to discern between a relationship that is healthy or unhealthy/built on a trauma bond.I’ll also share some of my personal relationship experiences to help you connect to the possibility of radical healing and growth. Highl
Why Most Relationships Don't Work Out
What does it feel like to have healthy, thriving relationships with others? How do you make it work? In this episode, we'll look at why most relationships fail, as well as helpful realizations and perspective shifts that will help you navigate relationships better and have a chance of making them successful.You’ll learn about the ‘4 stages of relationship,’ which is a vital understanding in t
How to Not Lose Yourself in Relationship
Many people have the experience of getting wrapped up in a new relationship. It’s fun and exciting. For a while, you feel like everything is right in the world. After some time, you may wake up to the realization that part of you has been lost. You may struggle to identify your dreams, desires and needs and wonder how you came to this place. Codependency is why this is happening. While it’s health
My Story
In this first episode of The Creating Conscious Relationships Podcast, I share where I started and what I struggled with in my past. I also unravel some of the pivotal moments in my journey and what I did to make real change possible.Tune in to this episode, share it with a friend or two, and don’t forget to rate this podcast and leave a review!EASING ANXIETY PRACTICE - click here to get free acce
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