What Driven Women Need to Learn about Love with Dr. Nicole LePera (The Holistic Psychologist)

In this episode, Dr. Stephanie speaks with Dr. Nicole LePera about relationships and the challenges faced by successful women. Dr. Nicole discusses the impact of childhood experiences, conflict resolution, and the complexities of balancing career and personal life. This episode provides valuable insights and strategies for you to enhance your relationships and find the love you seek.Dr. Nicole LePera was trained in clinical psychology at Cornell University and the New School for Social Research and studied at the Philadelphia School of Psychoanalysis. She is a holistic psychologist whose work addresses the connection between the mind, body and soul incorporating overall lifestyle and psychological wellness practices. She is the creator of the #SelfHealers movement where people from around the world are joining together in community to take healing into their own hands.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PmelPEZ3HnM Links for this episode:The ACE Quiz - https://developingchild.harvard.edu/media-coverage/take-the-ace-quiz-and-learn-what-it-does-and-doesnt-mean/Nicole's website - https://theholisticpsychologist.comHow to be the Love You Seek - https://howtobetheloveyouseek.comSelf Healer Circle: https://selfhealerscircle.com/waitlist/Episode overview:0:00:01 Setting Boundaries: Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual0:06:21 Exploring the Impact of Childhood Upbringing on Overachievers0:10:14 Overachievers Struggling with Identity and Relationships0:11:49 The Expansive Definition of Trauma in Childhood0:12:34 Trauma beyond ACEs and the impact on needs.0:16:33 Stressful childhood experiences and their impact on adulthood.0:20:00 Exploring the caretaker, overachiever, and yes person archetypes.0:23:09 Reactive states: fighting, fleeing, and freezing0:26:22 How reactive behaviors affect conflict in partnerships0:30:23 Becoming a skilled fighter/negotiator in healthy relationships0:36:19 The Importance of Boundaries in Relationships and Navigating Conflict0:40:58 The Importance of Open Conversation and Exploring Differences0:44:11 Lack of Skills in Navigating Relationships and Conflict0:44:46 Protecting the Bubble: Steps to Resolve Conflict with Your Partner0:49:08 Developing Self-Awareness for Grounded Conflict Resolution0:53:39 Building a Foundation of Self-Knowledge for Relationship Growth0:55:27 The Importance of Hydration and Capacity for Stress1:05:09 Exploring the Concept of the Soul1:06:15 Exploring the Concept of Soul and Personal Experience1:15:32 Becoming Heart-Based: The Essence of Love1:18:46 Free Resources and Wishing Success to Nicole on the Book1:19:00 Legal and Medical Disclaimer: Listener ResponsibilityWe'd like to thank our sponsors:Get 20% off the minerals your body needs for optimal function by going to beamminerals.com/BETTER ****************************P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you:Subscribe: The Mini Pause — My weekly newsletter packed with the most actionable, evidence-based tools for women 40+ to thrive in midlife.Build Muscle: LIFT — My progressive strength training program designed for women in midlife. Form-focused, joint-friendly, and built for real results. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.