233: How to Be an Emotional Badass with Nikki Eisenhauer

Published: May 15, 2023, 8 a.m.

b'*DISCLAIMER EXPLICIT CONTENT*\\nTrauma is something that no one would choose to go through, but it can also be an opportunity for personal growth and wisdom. We may all have different stories and personal circumstances, but often, the dynamics at play are very similar in terms of how we heal.\\xa0\\nIn this episode of the podcast, Duane speaks with Nikki Eisenhauer, a psychotherapist, licensed professional counselor, licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, and life coach specializing in trauma, addiction, grief, and loss in highly sensitive people.\\nNikkis is also a yoga and meditation teacher and host of the hit mental health podcast Emotional Badass: Where Moxie Meets Mindful. Through her personal and professional experiences, Nikki encourages us to take charge of our lives, even in the face of pain and suffering. By developing emotional intelligence and resilience, we can create a more peaceful, joyful, and fulfilling life.\\xa0\\nListen in as Nikki shares her story of resilience and emphasizes the importance of emotional resilience in overcoming difficult experiences. The conversation also touches on the topics of sexual abuse and incest, so if this is something that\\u2019s difficult for you, please approach it with caution.\\nIn this episode, you will hear:\\n\\nWhat it means to be an emotional badass\\n\\nWhy incest is a taboo topic\\n\\nThe importance of emotional intelligence in childhood\\n\\nInterpreting intuitive messages into verbal language\\n\\nThe common plight of eldest children in dysfunctional families\\n\\nGuilt and shame as a big beach ball for the abusers\\n\\nThe power of listening to and trusting your intuition\\n\\nHow your body feels what your mind knows\\n\\nCultivating patience and kindness to yourself\\n\\nSubscribe and Review\\nHave you subscribed to our podcast? We\\u2019d love for you to subscribe if you haven\\u2019t yet.\\xa0\\nWe\\u2019d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select \\u201cRatings and Reviews\\u201d and \\u201cWrite a Review\\u201d then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.\\nSupporting Resources:\\nEmotional Badass: Where Moxie Meets Mindful\\nNovusMindfulLife.com\\nEpisode Credits\\nIf you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'