Breaking Patterns & Rebuilding Yourself with Karen Carey | Buying Local #66

In Episode 66 of the Buying Local Podcast, Mike Nelson sits down with intuitive life coach, speaker, and author Karen Carey to explore personal growth, emotional patterns, and the real work behind transformation. The conversation dives into her book Unbroken, unpacking how past experiences shape behavior, why discomfort often signals growth, and how self-awareness helps people rebuild their lives with intention and purpose.Connect with Karen Carey at rubyredroad.com to learn more about her coaching, speaking, and check out her book!0:00 Welcome & introduction to Karen Carey1:00 What an intuitive life coach actually does2:30 Coaching misconceptions and skepticism5:00 Experience vs. theory in helping people grow8:30 Why discomfort is necessary for growth12:30 Kintsugi and the philosophy behind Unbroken14:30 Recognizing repeating life patterns17:00 Coping mechanisms and behavioral loops18:30 Trauma responses and emotional safety20:00 Relearning how to have fun22:30 Stress regulation and nervous system awareness23:50 Writing a deeply personal book27:00 Vulnerability and sharing your story publicly35:30 Stop making yourself wrong39:00 Communication tools and listening skills41:30 Navigating hard conversations47:00 Aging, wisdom, and continued growth48:15 Who the book is for & where to find it52:30 Final reflections and closing thoughts