Just Love Them

When conflict shows up, most of us fall into one of two patterns: we’re either a pursuer, wanting to talk it through until it’s resolved, or a withdrawer, wanting to pull away, process alone, and move on. Both styles are natural, and both have strengths—but what happens when emotions get stuck inside, unresolved?In this episode, I introduce you to a powerful tool I call the Gentle Release Method—a guided visualization that allows you to let go of heavy emotions without needing to relive the pain or talk it out with anyone else. This practice is especially helpful for withdrawers who prefer to resolve conflict internally, but it can be healing for anyone who feels weighed down by lingering emotional pain.You’ll learn:The difference between pursuers and withdrawers in conflict resolutionWhy emotions don’t just “go away” when we push them asideHow unprocessed feelings can resurface and impact your health and relationshipsA step-by-step Gentle Release guided meditation to help you release stored pain and invite in peaceThis isn’t an episode to multitask through—you’ll want to pause, find a quiet spot, and follow along with the guided visualization. By the end, expect to feel lighter, calmer, and more free.✨ Bonus: Not sure if you’re a pursuer or a withdrawer? I’ve created a simple quiz to help you discover your conflict style. Just visit shireebest.com, fill out the contact form with the word quiz in the subject line, and I’ll send it right to your inbox!🔗 Helpful Links:Take the Pursuer vs. Withdrawer Quiz → shireebest.comListen to: When Things Get Heated (conflict styles)Listen to: Just Breathe (Serenity breathing, a calming technique)If you’ve been carrying heavy emotions and are ready to let them go in a gentle, healing way, this episode will be a gift for you. 💛Credit for the beautiful meditation music goes to Narek Mirzaei, Founder of musicofwisdom.com

In this eye-opening episode, Shiree is joined by fellow life coach Emily Cheney to explore one of the most powerful tools for improving relationships: understanding the difference between facts and the stories we tell ourselves.Emily breaks down how our brains interpret experiences, why it matters, and how becoming aware of our internal narratives can lead to deeper connection and less conflict.You'll walk away with practical, insightful tips to shift your mindset and communicate in a way that builds trust, clarity, and love.Connect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.comConnect with Emily:https://www.instagram.com/emilycheneycoaching/https://www.facebook.com/emily.craddock.731https://open.spotify.com/show/3NskVrFtgrKQPgJt11ygkO?si=ghnOpkwlRweoU2pjvpMrPQ

In this follow-up to the episode “Boundaries - Why We Need Them and How to Hold Them” with Julie Hawkes, Shiree takes the conversation one step further by introducing the concept of two-way agreements—an essential next layer in boundary work.You’ll learn how boundaries can be more effective and relationship-building when they are not just declared but mutually agreed upon. Shiree shares the 3 C’s of Holding Agreements—a simple yet powerful framework to help you create and maintain healthy, respectful agreements that support connection rather than conflict.Whether or not others choose to follow through, this episode will help you focus on what you can do to hold your side of the agreement with clarity and integrity—strengthening your boundaries while still nurturing connection in your personal relationships.Listen to "Boundaries - Why We Need Them and How to Hold Them - With Julie Hawkes".Join the⁠⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠⁠Connect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

This episode is all about boundaries—what a boundary is (and isn’t), why we need them, and how to hold a healthy one.Shiree is joined by return guest and Energy Coach Julie Hawkes, who brings warmth and insight to the conversation. Julie shares helpful examples from the scriptures to illustrate how boundaries can be both loving and essential. Together, they talk through what it looks like to set and maintain boundaries in real life—and why doing so can bring greater peace and connection.Free gift from Julie: 3 Ways to Set Boundaries Without GuiltConnect with Julie Hawkes at juliehawkes.comListen to the "Laws of Peace" podcastConnect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

In this episode, Shiree guides you through a powerful and calming practice she calls “Serenity Breathing.”This simple yet beautiful technique helps you release built-up negative emotions and breathe in peace. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed in the moment or dealing with emotions that keep resurfacing, Serenity Breathing can bring calm and healing. Best of all, Shiree walks you through the breathing exercise right on the show—so you can experience the shift as you listen.(Spoiler alert - bonus technique included)Take a few minutes for yourself today. You won’t want to miss this one.Link to episode, "When Things Get Heated"Connect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

On this episode, I’m joined by six wise women—dear friends who have each faced their own deeply personal challenges. Together, we open up about what it’s like to go through painful experiences, especially when someone you love makes choices that feel unfamiliar, heartbreaking, or just different from what you imagined.We talk honestly about the loneliness that can come in those moments, and the powerful shift that happens when you find a safe space to be heard and supported.In this conversation, we share:How isolating it can feel when your story doesn’t match the “norm”Why support is essential—and what it actually looks likeHow to recognize (and build) a safe, nonjudgmental support systemThe healing power of vulnerability, connection, and communityIf you’ve ever felt like you’re carrying your pain alone, this episode is a gentle reminder: you’re not the only one. And you don’t have to do this by yourself.Connect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

When things get heated, how do you respond? In this episode, Shiree breaks down the two basic ways people tend to react when conflict shows up. You’ll learn how to recognize your own style — and better understand the other person’s, too.Knowing why we react the way we do can make all the difference in how we work through disagreements. Shiree also shares healthy, practical ways to handle conflict that build more understanding and healing, no matter how you naturally respond.Tune in and discover how to turn the heat down and connection up — one conversation at a time.Connect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

On today’s episode, returning guest Ann Washburn shares the seven core experiences (plus a bonus) that every person on earth goes through—no matter their religion or beliefs.With honesty and depth, Ann offers personal stories and fresh insights that may just change the way you see your own challenges and connections with others. This conversation goes beyond surface-level—it's thoughtful, eye-opening, and filled with takeaways that resonate deeply.Connect with Ann at ann@3keyelements.comConnect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

What if you could see evidence—real evidence—that God is with you every day?In today’s episode of Just Love Them, we continue the conversation that began two episodes ago about worry and trust. If worry is a sign of forgotten trust, today’s message is an invitation to remember: you are not alone. God is involved in the details of your life, every single day—and miracles are happening all around you.In this episode Shiree shares her journey of learning to recognize miracles, and how a daily mastermind group shifted her ability to see God’s hand more clearly. From near-miss accidents to divine timing at the store, these “small” miracles become clear evidence of God’s love, awareness, and involvement in our lives.Referenced Episode: 🎧 Why Worry Doesn’t Help—and What DoesConnect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

In this episode, Jodi Chowen opens up about her journey as a mother who followed “the program” — doing everything she believed would lead her children to a life of faith and fulfillment. But when life didn’t unfold the way she expected, Jodi found herself feeling like she was teetering on the edge of a cliff. Through grace, reflection, and courage, she discovered that she wasn’t falling — she was simply stepping onto a different path.Jodi shares her insights on what she calls “woundedness,” how she faced her fears by turning to God, and the healing power of allowing herself to grieve the life she imagined. Her story is one of pain, perspective, and ultimately peace — and it offers hope to anyone walking a similar road.Connect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com