The Mark Groves Podcast
Mark Groves
The Mark Groves Podcast is for heart-led humans eager to expand perspectives, explore HARD truths, and break old patterns while cultivating deeper, more honest connections with self, our relationships, community, and the world. Tune in twice a week for powerful guest interviews and solo episodes that deliver real talk, fresh insights, and practical tools to transform (y)our relationships — because relationships are how we truly connect — and supercharge (y)our personal growth.
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May 9, 2024 • 16min
#371: Remembering EFT Therapy Founder Dr. Sue Johnson
Beloved relational teacher and EFT Founder Dr. Sue Johnson is remembered in this podcast tribute. Topics include exploring emotional dynamics in therapy, navigating vulnerability in relationships, emotional needs, and Dr. Sue Johnson's impactful book 'Hold Me Tight'.
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May 6, 2024 • 58min
#370: Unblock Your Potential by Overcoming Resistance with Steven Pressfield
Bestselling author Steven Pressfield discusses overcoming resistance and embracing creativity. The conversation emphasizes commitment, self-awareness, and resilience in creative expression. Practical strategies for confronting resistance and the transformative power of daily practice are shared. The importance of dedication and authenticity in fulfilling creative visions is highlighted, inspiring listeners to overcome obstacles and embrace their creative journey.
May 2, 2024 • 7min
#369: The Wisdom In Our Wounds
The podcast explores triggers in relationships, emphasizing the importance of understanding responses for deeper connections. It touches on meditation benefits, healing through past wounds, and embracing triggers for growth and intimacy.
Apr 29, 2024 • 1h 12min
#368: Polyvagal Path: Healing Your Nervous System & Your Life with Dr. Stephen Porges
Dr. Stephen Porges, originator of the Polyvagal Theory, delves into trauma's impact on relationships and behaviors, societal shifts post-pandemic, social media's influence, self-regulation modalities, somatic therapies for trauma healing, and the transformative power of connection for healing and well-being.
Apr 25, 2024 • 12min
#367: Should I Stay or Should I Go? Knowing When to Close Chapters
Exploring chapters on recognizing reciprocity in relationships, setting healthy standards, navigating breakups, fierce love, and closure. Discusses breaking free from old patterns, codependent relationships, self-worth, and personal growth. Emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy, community support, and leaving relationships gracefully.
Apr 22, 2024 • 53min
#366: Why You Don’t Want to Peak in Your 20s with Meg Jay
Meg Jay, a developmental psychologist specializing in twentysomethings, discusses the misconceptions and challenges of navigating your 20s. She highlights societal pressures, mental health hurdles, and the need for tailored support. The conversation covers empathy, work culture shifts, and common obstacles faced by twentysomethings, offering valuable insights.
Apr 18, 2024 • 13min
#365: Embracing Reality: The Way to Transform Your Life & Relationships
This podcast episode delves into embracing reality for personal transformation, exploring shame, guilt, and childhood influences. It discusses the importance of facing truths, releasing shame, and reclaiming personal power to foster growth in relationships.
Apr 15, 2024 • 1h 27min
#364: Heal Your Deepest Pain & Live Happily No Matter What w/ Matthew Hussey
New York Times bestselling author, Matthew Hussey, discusses the power of authenticity and vulnerability, personal struggles, managing emotional and physical pain, self-acceptance, inner peace, and reframing perspectives for a fulfilling life. He emphasizes self-compassion, healthy relationships, and resilience in life's challenges.
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Apr 11, 2024 • 9min
#363: Relationship Repair: Navigating Through Conflict
Explore the importance of repairing ruptures in relationships, addressing unresolved issues early on to nurture intimacy, and prioritizing repair over ego. Discover the significance of sincere apologies, taking responsibility, and creating reconnecting plans for fostering trust and understanding in relationships.
Apr 8, 2024 • 1h 11min
#362: Heal Your Wounds & Reclaim Your Life Through Shadow Work w/ Violet Benson
Violet Benson discusses shadow work and confronting grief, emphasizing childhood trauma and coping mechanisms. She highlights self-expression, boundaries, and channeling emotions. Violet encourages self-discovery through shadow work to heal wounds, enhance emotional intelligence, and improve relationships.
