In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller and Joanna Schroeder dive into the concept of "Uninvited Buddhas" — the challenging people in our lives who push our buttons but ultimately teach us valuable lessons. From parenting struggles and family dynamics to professional boundaries and inner work, they explore how reframing conflict can lead to growth, wisdom, and deeper connections.

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:31 - Uninvited Buddhas: Definition and Importance
02:37 - Reframing Difficult Relationships
06:09 - The Role of Parents and Spouses as Uninvited Buddhas
12:21 - Family Dynamics Post-Election
15:04 - Practices for Inner Work: Meditation and Journaling
23:37 - Reflections on Conflict and Taking Accountability
27:02 - Dealing with Personal and Professional Boundaries
30:16 - Handling Shame and Responding Mindfully
41:06 - Knowing When to Set Boundaries or Cut Ties
48:06 - Outro

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Whether you are watching live on Election Day in the U.S. or you are just having a stressful day, we're bringing you something designed to help you de-stress. We want to exhale together, and we've put together a shorter episode featuring a healing, breathwork session from Michael Stone.

Michael Stone is the creator of Neuro Dynamic Breathwork, which he has taught to tens of thousands of people from over 120 countries. He has been instrumental in creating a thriving, worldwide breathing community in support of personal and global transformation and healing. Michael has spoken at innumerable international summits with superstars such as Joe Dispenza, Tony Robbins, Gebre Monti, Deepak Chopra and others.

This session was put together originally as part of the YourTango Relationship Fitness Summit that launched in September 2024.

We invite you to take a little slice of your time to close your eyes, do this meditation and hopefully reset your autonomic nervous system, get into a calmer, more grounded state, and hopefully just feel a whole lot better. So let's let Michael guide us into a little bit of bliss.

Chapters:
00:00:00:00 - 00:03:02:04 Introduction to the Podcast
03:02:06 - 06:42:07 Michael Stone, Introduction to the exercise
06:42:08 - 10:05:07 Instructions and set up for the Exercise
10:05:09 - 00:20:12:04 Michael Stone's Breathwork Exercise

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Join Andrea as she talks with Ophira Eisenberg, stand-up comedian, storyteller, and host of the hit podcast 'Parenting is a Joke.' In this episode, Ophira opens up about finding humor in life's darkest moments, from surviving breast cancer to navigating the chaos of parenting. Discover how comedy, resilience, and vulnerability intersect as Ophira shares her raw, hilarious take on motherhood, marriage, and everything in between. Don't miss this inspiring and entertaining conversation on 'Getting Open.'

Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome Ophira Eisenberg to the Getting Open Podcast
02:33 - Comedy and Family Life
04:22 - Navigating Privacy in Comedy
07:16 - Humor and Uncomfortable Situations
10:30 - Vulnerability and Comedy
18:32 - When Is Breast Cancer Funny?
25:21 - The Power of Sharing Imperfect Moments
32:14 - Asking for Help and Flowers
38:32 - Parenting Humor: Kids Say the Darndest Things
41:34 - Reverse Psychology with Kids
44:36 - Are We Really “Fine”?
45:05 - Moms Unhinged and Closing Remarks

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Welcome to another insightful episode of Getting Open with Andrea Miller! In this episode, we are joined by the brilliant Dr. Ramani Durvasula, a leading expert on narcissism, to discuss how to identify and heal from narcissistic relationships. Dr. Ramani, a licensed clinical psychologist, bestselling author, and host of the podcast Navigating Narcissism, shares profound insights into the behaviors of narcissistic individuals and offers actionable strategies for survivors.

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to the Relationship Fitness Summit
01:14 - Welcome Our Guest Dr. Ramani
05:00 - The Purple Dress Story & Children's Perceptions of Narcissism
12:19 - Understanding Narcissism Personality Disorder & Narcisstic Traits
17:55 - What is Vulnerable Narcissism?
23:47 - Signs of a Narcissistic Relationship
29:20 - How Narcissism Gets Mislabelled
36:09 - Can You Heal from Narcissism?
46:19 - The Importance of Grief in Healing
50:05 - How survivors of narcissism can cultivate relationships with people who truly see and attune to them.
54:43 - Exercises to Prepare for Interactions with Narcissists
1:00:04 - The "Prepare and Release" Technique
1:03:35 - Closing Thoughts

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Get ready for an inspiring and heartfelt episode of "Getting Open" as host Andrea Miller connects with the incredible Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz — a trailblazing OB-GYN, menopause and sexual health specialist, and passionate advocate for integrative medicine and Ayurveda. Together, they dive deep into personal stories and share practical, empowering ways to not just love yourself but genuinely like who you are, providing a solid foundation for every role you play in life. From navigating the intense pressures of modern parenting to embracing aging with confidence and grace, this conversation is packed with powerful insights on women's health, self-care, mental wellness, hormone replacement therapy, and the transformative power of community and mindfulness.

Chapters:
00:00 - Embracing Self-Love with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz
02:18 - Dr. Suzanne Helps You Love (and LIKE) Yourself
03:32 - Practical Steps to Self-Love: How Do We Actually Do It?
05:37 - Overcoming Overload & Why Doing Less Can Help You More
07:03 - Abhyanga: An Ayurvedic Self-Care Ritual You Can Start Today
12:27 - The Power of Intentionality & Reconnecting with Yourself
14:46 - What is Integrative Medicine (Beyond 'Alternative' Therapies)
18:22 - Diving Inside of the Medical System
25:09 - Exploring The Potential of Psychedelic Medicine
32:39 - Hormone Replacement Therapy - Facts vs. Myths
38:13 - Parenting Pressures: Why Modern Parenthood Is Overwhelming
47:38 - Permission to Do Less by Saying No and Setting Boundaries
52:04 - Healing Through Connection
56:30 - Closing Thoughts: Self-Love as the Foundation for Wellness

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In this episode of “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller,” Eli Harwood, known as Attachment Nerd, delves into her new book on connection-focused parenting, offering powerful insights on raising securely attached children. Eli and Andrea discuss the importance of compassion, understanding, and co-regulation in parenting, while also addressing the pitfalls of controlling parenting and the impact of attachment trauma. The episode features a live coaching session on handling tantrums and explores practical strategies for fostering trust, open communication, and emotional safety in parent-child relationships, all while navigating the challenges of modern parenting.

Chapters
00:00 - Welcome Eli Harwood, AKA Attachment Nerd
01:45 - The Importance of Connection in Parenting
04:09 - Debunking the Myths of Controlling Parenting
06:14 - Impact of Attachment Trauma
08:41 - The Role of Reflective Functioning
10:27 - Eli’s “I Was a Karen” Moment
14:39 - Repairing Relationships After Conflict
17:56 - Live Coaching Session: Handling Tantrums
21:42 - The Importance of Co-Regulation in Parenting
24:07 - Understanding Children’s Needs Behind Behavior
28:35 - Normalizing Child Lying and How to Handle It
35:36 - Helping Kids Develop Honesty
40:03 - Parenting Teens: Trust and Accountability
46:48 - The Role of Technology and Tracking Apps
49:46 - Building Secure Attachments in Different Stages
53:08 - Parenting with Playfulness and Repair
57:37 - Final Thoughts: Repairing and Reconnecting

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In this episode of “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller,” teen life coach and motivational speaker Jesse LeBeau shares his inspiring underdog story and tackles the loneliness epidemic affecting today’s youth. Jesse offers valuable insights on building self-esteem, the dangers of social media, and the importance of positive role models and mentors in teenagers’ lives. He provides actionable advice for parents and teens on cultivating resilience, setting boundaries around technology, and finding purpose in the digital age, emphasizing the critical role of love, support, and allowing kids to learn from failure.

Chapters:

00:00 - Welcome to Getting Open
00:40 - Meet Jesse LeBeau: Teen Motivational Speaker
02:10 - Jesse’s Underdog Story: From Alaska to Success
06:30 - The Power of Attitude and Overcoming Challenges
08:05 - Loneliness Epidemic Impacting Teens
09:40 - Building Confidence and Self-Esteem in Teens
13:00 - The Role of Mentors in Teen Development
16:00 - Navigating the Dangers of Social Media
19:30 - Encouraging Resilience Through Failure
22:20 - Counteracting Technology’s Negative Effects
25:00 - Setting Boundaries: Phone Use and Parenting
28:00 - Importance of Real-Life Connections
32:00 - The Influence of Toxic Online Mentors
36:00 - Helping Teens Find Positive Role Models
39:30 - Closing Thoughts: Attitude is Everything

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