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Let’s get real! Real emotions. Real experiences. Real connection.

Join Karen Iverson Riggers and Lynn McLaughlin as they explore authenticity and how to get real with yourself and others.

27/08/2024

NEW EPISODE! We all can identify times in our life when we have been triggered by past events that brought uncomfortable emotion or memories to the present moment. But have you heard of glimmers? In a world that is often focused on the negative impacts of life, glimmers are the opposite of triggers and can create moments of gratitude, joy and peace. Join Karen and Lynn as they share how noticing our glimmers (in addition to our triggers) can bring a wholeness to our experiences.

We all can identify times in our life when we have been triggered by past events that brought uncomfortable emotion or memories to the present moment. But have you heard of glimmers? In a world that is often focused on the negative impacts of life, glimmers are the opposite of triggers and can creat...

06/08/2024

NEW EPISODE! How much energy do you put into looking "together? How much energy do you put into holding back emotion or putting on a smile when you want to fall apart? More importantly, what would happen if you allowed yourself to fall apart? Truly, what would happen? The conditioning we receive to appear perfect, unemotional, and "together" runs deep. Learning to allow for imperfections, mistake making, and emotional transparency takes deep courage and practice. Join Karen and Lynn as they talk through the benefits of allowing yourself to fall apart.

How much energy do you put into looking "together? How much energy do you put into holding back emotion or putting on a smile when you want to fall apart? More importantly, what would happen if you allowed yourself to fall apart? Truly, what would happen? The conditioning we receive to appear perfec...

11/07/2024

NEW EPISODE! Everything you do, everything you say, everything you feel is valid, important and it matters. You are a human being who has value ... always. Join Lynn and Karen as they share what it means to feel "real" - to be seen, heard and valued - no matter how you may feel on the inside.

Everything you do, everything you say, everything you feel is valid, important and it matters. You are a human being who has value ... always. Join Lynn and Karen as they share what it means to feel "real" - to be seen, heard and valued - no matter how you may feel on the inside.

03/07/2024

NEW EPISODE! Our world can be overwhelming. The rapid pace of digital technology and the receiving of information can make it feel like it's spinning much faster today. What can you do when you are feeling overwhelmed and helpless? Join Karen and Lynn as they talk through opportunities to ground in the present moment and reframe your sphere of influence and control.

Our world can be overwhelming. The rapid pace of digital technology and the receiving of information can make it feel like it's spinning much faster today. What can you do when you are feeling overwhelmed and helpless? Join Karen and Lynn as they talk through opportunities to ground in the present m...

18/06/2024

NEW EPISODE! As human beings, we all have pieces of us that we may not share with others. It's part of our human experience. Being vulnerable can be scary. Allowing others to see us and witness our true selves can be transformative when it is received with non-judgment and empathy. Join Karen and Lynn as they talk through moments of being seen in their vulnerability and how holding space for others to be seen has deepened.

As human beings, we all have pieces of us that we may not share with others. It's part of our human experience. Being vulnerable can be scary. Allowing others to see us and witness our true selves can be transformative when it is received with non-judgment and empathy. Join Karen and Lynn as they ta...

28/05/2024

NEW EPISODE! We all experience times in life where we feel like we've lost our way. Maybe it’s the result of a traumatic experience. Maybe it’s the result of significant changes in life. Maybe life has become overwhelming, and we feel like we are drowning. In the midst of it all, know that you are not alone. Join Karen and Lynn as they talk through their individual experiences of getting lost on the road of life and how connection with others helped them regain their footing.

We all experience times in life where we feel like we've lost our way. Maybe its the result of a traumatic experience. Maybe its the result of significant changes in life. Maybe life has become overwhelming and we feel like we are drowning. In the midst of it all, know that you are not alone. Join K...

20/04/2024

NEW EPISODE! How often have you tried to share difficulties with another person and you experience dismissal, minimization or deflection. It's hard saying life is hard! Yes having struggles or challenges in life is a normal part of our human experience and it does not mean you are difficult, defective or less than any other person. Join Karen and Lynn as they talk through the hard parts of their lives and fully embrace them as part of being human.

How often have you tried to share difficulties with another person and you experience dismissal, minimization or deflection. It's hard saying life is hard! Yes having struggles or challenges in life is a normal part of our human experience and it does not mean you are difficult, defective or less th...

07/04/2024

NEW EPISODE! Every experience we have ever had creates a personal perception lens with which we see the world. In order to connect with others and meet them where they are requires us to set aside what we know based on our experiences alone. To create relationship and connection, we need to approach people with curiosity and an open mind that creates space for definition and understanding. Join Karen and Lynn as they talk through their experiences of meeting people where they are.

Every experience we have ever had creates a personal perception lens with which we see the world. In order to connect with others and meet them where they are requires us to set aside what we know based on our experiences alone. To create relationship and connection, we need to approach people with....

28/03/2024

THIS IS OUR 50TH EPISODE FRIENDS! When we began our journey as podcasters on May 17, 2022, we had no idea what would become of "Real Vibes Only." All we knew for certain was that we were committed to sharing in real, authentic ways what we were learning about ourselves and others engaged through our training, presentations and Community Living Room. 22 months later and we are celebrating our 50th episode and a deeper connection with ourselves and each of you! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Disclaimer: Like all of our episodes, this episode is produced in an amateur-ish, very simple fashion. No editing or embellishing. Therefore, you will need to add your own bells and whistles to help us celebrate our 50th episode!

THIS IS OUR 50TH EPISODE FRIENDS! When we began our journey as podcasters on May 17, 2022, we had no idea what would become of "Real Vibes Only." All that we knew for certain was that we were committed to sharing of ourselves in real, authentic ways what we were learning about ourselves and others e...

03/03/2024

NEW EPISODE: Doesn't it feel like there is always someone who is smarter, more capable or better at navigating life than we are? Let me fill you in on a secret. There is NO ONE more qualified to live your life or make decisions about your life than YOU. The problem is that we are taught to look for our answers outside of ourselves and are rarely taught to trust ourselves to know what's best. Like any new skill or muscle, it takes practice and repetition to get good at it. Join Lynn and Karen as they talk through their own journeys of learning to trust themselves and encourage you to do the same.

Doesn't it always feel like there is always someone who is smarter, more capable or better at navigating life than we are? Let me fill you in on a secret. There is NO ONE more qualified to live your life or make decisions about your life than YOU. The problem is that we are taught to look for our an...

23/02/2024

NEW EPISODE! There are so many pieces of life that are simple in concept, but are not easy to implement. Working with emotions, supporting others, and essentially a lot of the framework of Emotional CPR is simple ... but sitting with the discomfort, practicing new ways of engaging with others, and deepening our relationship with ourselves is anything but easy. Join Karen and Lynn as they talk through the "simple things" and acknowledge how difficult they can be and how important self-compassion is to our process.

There are so many pieces of life that are simple in concept, but are not easy to implement. Working with emotions, supporting others, and essentially a lot of the framework of Emotional CPR is simple ... but sitting with the discomfort, practicing new ways of engaging with others, and deepening our....

11/02/2024

NEW EPISODE! As human beings, most of us cringe at the word "fail" or "failure" because it can feel like success eluded us. But what if it could be reframed in a way that had a gentle and encouraging meaning? Join Lynn and Karen as they share a new acronym that can accomplish just that!

As human beings, most of us cringe at the word "fail" or "failure" because it can feel like success eluded us. But what if it could be reframed in a way that had a gentle and encouraging meaning? Join Lynn and Karen as they share a new acronym that can accomplish just that!

05/02/2024

NEW EPISODE! Our lives are filled with uncertainty. This was amplified exponentially when we were in the throes of a pandemic. Not only did we have questions specific to the pandemic, but political divide and the the rampant distribution of misinformation created even more uncertainty. Join Karen and Lynn as they talk through the discomfort of uncertainty and the importance of feeling our emotions to move beyond it.

Our lives are filled with uncertainty. This was amplified exponentially when we were in the throes of a pandemic. Not only did we have questions specific to the pandemic, but political divide and the the rampant distribution of misinformation created even more uncertainty. Join Karen and Lynn as the...

25/01/2024

NEW EPISODE! Remember the childhood game "Chutes & Ladders?" Our journey of self-awareness can be similar. Sometimes we slide backwards and sometimes we are able to move forward in life in big ways. And, even with the discomfort that results, both pieces are important to our journey. Join Karen and Lynn as they sift through their awareness embracing their “Chutes & Ladders” in the process.

Remember the childhood game "Chutes & Ladders?" Our journey of self-awareness can be similar. Sometimes we slide backwards and sometimes we are able to move forward in life in big ways. And, even with the discomfort that results, both pieces are important to our journey. Join Karen and Lynn as they....

19/01/2024

NEW EPISODE! January hits and the dark, cold reality of winter often sets in for people. But it is exactly as nature intended. It provides us with time to journey inward and learn more about ourselves. In nature, many creatures hibernate. Winter gives us the opportunity to slow down, rest our bodies, and listen to what our bodies actually need. Join Lynn & Karen as they talk through the hard spots and opportunities that winter provides.

January hits and the dark, cold reality of winter often sets in for people. But it is exactly as nature intended. It provides us with time to journey inward and learn more about ourselves. In nature, many creatures hibernate. Winter gives us the opportunity to slow down, rest our bodies, and listen....

10/01/2024

NEW EPISODE! We all experience moments of frustration or anger with ourselves. Whether it's making a mistake or falling back into old patterns or hurting someone we love, it is normal to experience emotions in response to our words or actions. But somewhere along the way, the unresolved anger and frustration turns into an inner critic or bully and results in feelings of shame. Join Lynn and Karen as they take a lighthearted look at what pi**es them off about being them.

We all experience moments of frustration or anger with ourselves. Whether it's making a mistake or falling back into old patterns or hurting someone we love, it is normal to experience emotions in response to our words or actions. But somewhere along the way, the unresolved anger and frustration tur...

08/12/2023

NEW EPISODE! The holidays can be such a mixed bag of emotions, stress and the never-ending feeling that we should be doing something. Just take a look at our to-do list ... Right? Give yourself a holiday gift right now and join Karen and Lynn as they talk through holiday stressors and emotional whirlwinds, and then identify what they would like more of this holiday season and what they'd like to let go of.

The holidays can be such a mixed bag of emotions, stress and the never-ending feeling that we should be doing something. Just take a look at our to-do list ... Right? Give yourself a holiday gift right now and join Karen and Lynn as they talk through holiday stressors and emotional whirlwinds, and t...

25/11/2023

NEW EPISODE! Our world can seem incredibly dark right now. We witness world events that are broadcast live on social media that show unimaginable human suffering. We witness injustices in our country that impact people's lives and make it increasingly difficult to survive. We hold our individual hardships and challenges and those of our loved ones. Then, add in shortened daylight hours and the cold of winter and things can seem pretty bleak. But we have opportunities to recognize cracks of joy even in the midst of darkness. Join Karen and Lynn as they share more about the concept of cracks of joy when it all feels overwhelming.

Our world can seem incredibly dark right now. World events that cause unimaginable human pain are broadcast live across social media platforms. Injustices in our country that impact people's lives and make it increasingly difficult to survive. Then, add in shortened daylight hours and the cold of wi...

15/11/2023

NEW EPISODE: There is a lot of talk of resiliency these days. It's used to acknowledge our ability to bounce back or the strength that we have to do hard things. The term resiliency can also be used in a harmful ways. Such as, using it to minimize the impact of the experience or avoid acknowledging that sometimes life is hard. Period. Join Karen and Lynn as they unpack the many layers of resiliency and raise awareness around the language and concepts we use.

There is a lot of talk of resiliency these days. It's used to acknowledge our ability to bounce back or the strength that we have to do hard things. The term resiliency can also be used in a harmful ways. Such as, using it to minimize the impact of the experience or avoid acknowledging that sometime...

31/10/2023

NEW EPISODE! As scary and spooky as Halloween can be, fear itself is a normal human emotion. Fear is uncomfortable and it is also part of our human experience and it gives us important information about the world we are navigating. Join Lynn and Karen as they talk through their own relationships with fear and their journeys to allow and embrace fear in their lives.

Fear is an uncomfortable emotion. Period. Fear is also part of our human experience and it gives us important information about the world we are navigating. Join Lynn and Karen as they talk through their own relationships with fear and their journeys to allow and embrace fear in their lives.

26/10/2023

NEW EPISODE! Oftentimes when we are in need of help, we are told by people in the helping profession what we need or what would be helpful rather than having someone ask us directly. You are the expert in your life and know, more than anyone else, what would be helpful in times of need. Join Karen and Lynn as they talk through the ways that help has been unhelpful in their lives and how we can trust and advocate for what we know is helpful for us.

Oftentimes when we are in need of help, we are told by people in the helping profession what we need or what would be helpful rather than having someone ask us directly. You are the expert in your life and know, more than anyone else, what would be helpful in times of need. Join Karen and Lynn as th...

18/10/2023

NEW EPISODE! Have you ever been frustrated with another's behavior? Inevitably. One of the most humanizing reactions we can have is the recognition that we frustrate people too. Join Karen and Lynn as they recognize how powerful it can be to adopt a "Just like me" mantra to all of the experiences life can throw our direction.

Have you ever been frustrated with another's behavior? Inevitably. One of the most humanizing reactions we can have is the recognition that we frustrate people too. Join Karen and Lynn as they recognize how powerful it can be to adopt a "Just like me" mantra to all of the experiences life can throw....

08/10/2023

Fall shows us how beautiful it is to let things go. The leaves changing color and releasing from the tree to become nourishment for the ground. What if we could allow our letting go to nourish us and recognize the beauty in the process? Join Lynn and Karen as they share their experiences with letting go.

21/09/2023

NEW EPISODE: We all experience change each and every day. Recognizing and accepting change when it occurs can be challenging. With a short phrase "It's like this now," we can extend self-compassion, love and acceptance to where we are in the present and honor how temporary it can be. Join Lynn and Karen as they talk through the powerful shift that can happen when we stay grounded in the present.

We all experience change each and every day. Recognizing and accepting change when it occurs can be challenging. With a short phrase "It's like this now," we can extend self-compassion, love and acceptance to where we are in the present and honor how temporary it can be. Join Lynn and Karen as they....

07/09/2023

NEW EPISODE! We have all experienced times in our life where we may have felt defective or broken. Navigating life is complicated and hard at times. In our work, Karen and I often share with others the value that we hold that all people are fundamentally whole. We believe that we were born whole and are impacted by a myriad of experiences that cause us to question it. Join us as we share the powerful shift that can occur, in ourselves and our relationship with others, when we embody the concept that there are no broken people.

We have all experienced times in our life where we may have felt defective or broken. Navigating life is complicated and hard at times. In our work, Karen and I often share with others the value that we hold that all people are fundamentally whole. We believe that we were born whole and are impacted...

21/08/2023

We are all connected. Whether it is a tragic event that is far from us or one in our backyard, we feel the emotion, grief and empathy as if it is our own. Empathy for the human experience is universal and deeply needed in our world. Join Karen and Lynn as they share their own experiences of connection with near and far and how they navigate through the emotions.

20/07/2023

NEW EPISODE: In the work that we do, we often hear about the conditioning and pressure many feel to stay positive or happy. Here's the real deal folks ... it is an impossible ask. As human beings, we all experience ups and downs and moments of no direction at all. It's all part of being human and you are not alone. Join Karen and Lynn as they take a REAL look at all people are carrying and the power of connection to lighten our load.

In the work that we do, we often hear about the conditioning and pressure many feel to stay positive or happy. Here's the real deal folks ... it is an impossible ask. As human beings, we all experience ups and downs and moments of no direction at all. So know that whatever you are experiencing, howe...

13/07/2023

NEW EPISODE: A primary tenet of the work we do is the power of “Connection as Prevention.” Whether we are talking su***de prevention, mental health challenges, substance use, physical illness or any other condition that creates a feeling of isolation, connection is prevention. In this episode, Karen and Lynn talk through the impact of social isolation and loneliness, how epidemic it truly is, and how connecting with others is key to healing and prevention.

A primary tenet of the work we do is the power of connection as prevention. Whether we are talking su***de prevention, mental health challenges, substance use, physical illness or any other condition that creates a feeling of isolation. In this episode, Karen and Lynn talk through the impact of soci...

03/07/2023

NEW EPISODE! Each of us has learned how to navigate the world through our family, community and collective cultures ... and this includes our relationship with emotion. How do you engage with your own emotions? How do you engage with the emotions of others? Join Karen and Lynn as they unpack all of the conditional messaging we've received and how to unlearn and relearn a more natural, more human way of being with our emotions.

Each of us has learned how to navigate the world through our family, community and collective cultures ... and this includes our relationship with emotion. How do you engage with your own emotions? How do you engage with the emotions of others? Join Karen and Lynn as they unpack all of the condition...

19/06/2023

In the last few weeks, we have seen a dramatic increase in the number of people reaching out to us regarding compassion fatigue and burnout. Some are organizations looking for new ways to support their employees. Others are individuals who have reached their tipping point and can no longer function in their work environment due to overwhelm, the ongoing pressure of trying to "catch up," and a feeling of disconnection from themselves and others. Join Karen and Lynn as they describe the impact of compassion fatigue and burnout, and how connection and emotional wellness are the keys to change and healing.

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