Getting Open with Andrea Miller

In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller sits down with Dr. Justin Garcia, evolutionary biologist and Director of the Kinsey Institute, to unpack the science behind modern love, sex, and relationships. Dr. Garcia breaks down monogamy versus fidelity, why infidelity hurts more as a trust violation than a sexual act, and how dating apps, social media, and AI are reshaping desire and intimacy. This conversation explores hookup culture, long-term attraction, cheating myths, and what research actually says about building connection in today’s world. Chapters:00:00 Young people are more romantic than we think02:15 Hookup culture, social media & modern intimacy05:30 What is monogamy? Social vs sexual monogamy10:45 Emotional vs sexual infidelity — what hurts more?15:40 How common is cheating, really? What the data says20:30 Is there a “cheating gene”?26:10 Can novelty prevent infidelity in long-term relationships?30:45 Reconnecting with exes & the danger of romantic nostalgia35:20 How dating apps & Snapchat changed desire and access40:15 Are dating apps empowering women — or increasing pressure?45:55 Loneliness, being single & the changing dating landscape50:30 Would you have sex with a robot? The shocking statistics55:40 AI partners, chatbots & the future of intimacy1:07:00 Hookup culture: what’s healthy, what’s harmful1:12:45 Do hookups help people learn sexual compatibility?1:24:10 Why sex often gets better over time in relationships1:29:45 What truly builds long-term intimacy and trust1:35:30 Final thoughts on love, fidelity & modern relationships FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET.📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #evolutionarybiology #monogamy #relationships  Dr Justin Garcia, Getting Open podcast, modern relationships, monogamy vs fidelity, infidelity psychology, cheating and trust, hookup culture explained, dating apps and relationships, evolutionary psychology relationships, sex and relationships podcast, long term relationships science, intimacy and trust, modern dating culture, Kinsey Institute interview, love and attraction scienceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller sits down with Dr. Maya Shankar, cognitive scientist and host of A Slight Change of Plans, to explore how we rebuild our identities after life-altering events. From losing her dream of becoming a concert violinist to finding a new purpose through neuroscience and behavioral science, Maya shares powerful insights on resilience, emotional flexibility, and embracing change when life doesn’t go as planned. Chapters:00:00 – When Your Identity Is Taken Away01:52 – Meeting Dr. Maya Shankar04:26 – Getting Into Juilliard at Age 908:12 – Growing Up in High-Pressure Environments10:39 – The Injury That Ended Everything15:22 – “I Didn’t Know Who I Was Anymore”21:38 – Why Achievement Can’t Be Your Identity24:11 – Redefining Self-Worth Without Success27:54 – What Failure Teaches You38:02 – The Pressure to Be Exceptional45:41 – Imposter Syndrome and Perfectionism48:52 – Choosing Values Over Titles55:12 – Defining Yourself by Why, Not What59:33 – Letting Go of External Validation01:03:06 – Advice for Anyone Feeling Lost01:06:54 – What Maya Wishes She Knew Earlier01:10:22 – Building a Life That Feels Meaningful FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET.📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #change  #personalgrowth  #emotionalhealing  Maya Shankar, cognitive science, A Slight Change of Plans, resilience, embracing change, identity loss, how to reinvent yourself, emotional healing, behavioral science, overcoming change, self discovery, growth mindset, letting go, rebuilding identity, how to start over, dealing with uncertainty, finding purpose, life after failure, change psychology, emotional resilience, self acceptance, change expert, personal growth, adaptability, life transitions, Getting Open podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller speaks with Mark Greene, author and advocate for healthy masculinity, about what it really means to be a man today. Mark breaks down how traditional masculinity harms men emotionally, why vulnerability is not weakness, and how men can reconnect with their feelings, relationships, and true selves. This conversation explores emotional literacy, healing generational patterns, and redefining strength for modern men. Chapters:00:00 – Why Masculinity Is Broken01:38 – Meet Mark Greene03:12 – How Boys Are Taught to Shut Down Emotionally05:54 – The Damage Caused by “Be a Man”08:42 – Why Men Are Afraid of Vulnerability13:26 – When Masculinity Becomes a Prison15:58 – The Cost of Being the Provider18:11 – Why Men Struggle to Ask for Help29:40 – What Healthy Masculinity Really Looks Like39:52 – How Men Can Reconnect With Emotion44:05 – Teaching Boys Emotional Intelligence56:14 – Redefining Strength for Modern Men01:03:10 – Why Men Fear Emotional Intimacy01:07:02 – Loneliness, Isolation, and Modern Manhood01:15:46 – The Role of Fathers and Male Role Models01:28:55 – Mark’s Message to Men Who Feel Stuck01:32:10 – Final Reflections on Being Fully Human FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET.📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #healthymasculinity  #menandemotions  #emotionalintelligence  #mentalhealthformen   Mark Greene, Getting Open podcast, healthy masculinity, modern masculinity, men and emotions, emotional vulnerability men, redefining masculinity, men mental health podcast, masculinity and vulnerability, emotional intelligence men, breaking toxic masculinity, men healing podcast, male emotional healthSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller sits down with Alegra Kastens for an honest conversation about intuition, healing, and learning to trust yourself — especially when anxiety and OCD are part of the picture. Alegra opens up about how OCD shows up in everyday life, the difference between intuition and intrusive thoughts, and what it takes to break old emotional patterns without bypassing fear. This episode explores self-trust, mental health, and finding alignment even when your mind feels loud. Chapters:00:00 – Why Your Intuition Is Trying to Get Your Attention01:41 – Meet Alegra Kastens03:14 – Learning to Trust Yourself Again06:48 – What Happens When You Ignore Intuition09:32 – Emotional Patterns We Repeat Unconsciously11:26 – Breaking Old Cycles for Good13:58 – The Body Knows Before the Mind15:02 – The Moment Everything Shifted17:41 – Why Healing Isn’t Linear19:12 – Living With OCD and Anxiety21:08 – How OCD Shows Up in Everyday Life27:44 – Fear vs. Inner Guidance31:07 – Why Stillness Brings Clarity34:20 – Letting Go of Control38:52 – Releasing Old Versions of Yourself42:10 – Trusting the Unknown Path49:58 – Growth Requires Radical Honesty53:10 – When Life Finally Feels Aligned59:42 – Advice for Anyone Feeling Stuck01:03:15 – Final Reflections on Trust & Growth FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET.📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #intuition  #personalgrowth  ##ocd   #alignment   Alegra Kastens, Getting Open podcast, intuition and healing, trusting your intuition, emotional growth podcast, personal alignment, breaking emotional patterns, self awareness, healing journey, listening to your body, inner wisdom, personal development podcast, ocd, ocd alegra kastens, alegra kastens ocd, ocd tips, ocd signs, living with ocdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller sits down with actress and singer Linda Purl for a deeply honest conversation about love, self-worth, aging, reinvention, and choosing yourself later in life. Linda shares lessons from decades in Hollywood, navigating relationships, finding creative fulfillment, and embracing confidence at every stage.  Chapters:01:42 – Meet Linda Purl03:55 – Growing up in the spotlight08:47 – Searching for validation outside yourself11:22 – Why women are conditioned to shrink13:54 – Relationships as mirrors15:36 – Aging, beauty & freedom20:10 – Choosing yourself without guilt27:44 – Reinventing your life at any age31:12 – Confidence earned through experience34:58 – Creativity as survival38:21 – Staying curious instead of fearful42:17 – Love later in life45:36 – The importance of self-expression48:54 – Lessons Hollywood didn’t teach59:40 – It’s never too late to begin again01:06:28 – Advice for women at any stage01:09:12 – Living unapologetically FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET.📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #reinventyourself  #agingwithconfidence  #selfworth   Linda Purl, Getting Open podcast, aging and confidence, women reinventing life, self worth for women, love later in life, Hollywood actress interview, personal growth podcast, confidence at any age, creativity and fulfillment, women and aging, choosing yourself, authentic livingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller speaks with Gellyahnah Aakhen, spiritual teacher and healer, about ancestral wisdom, embodiment, soul contracts, karma, and more. Gellyahnah shares how reconnecting with the body, lineage, and intuition can heal trauma, dissolve shame, and help people live in deeper alignment. This conversation explores sacred rage, self-trust, nervous system healing, and what it means to return home to yourself. Chapters:01:34 – Meet Gellyahnah Aakhen: Spiritual Teacher & Healer03:18 – The Body Remembers What the Mind Forgets06:42 – Intuition Is Biological, Not Mystical09:55 – How Disconnection Creates Trauma13:21 – Sacred Rage and Why It’s Necessary17:04 – How Shame Lives in the Nervous System22:36 – Ancestral Trauma & Lineage Healing30:32 – Why Slowing Down Is a Radical Act33:15 – Listening to the Body’s Signals44:18 – Feminine Power, Boundaries & Self-Trust48:39 – Embodiment as Liberation52:06 – What It Means to Come Home to Yourself01:06:08 – Grief, Anger & Emotional Alchemy01:16:41 – What Alignment Actually Feels Like01:20:05 – Embodiment Practices for Daily Life01:23:47 – When Healing Gets Messy01:29:44 – What Gellyahnah Hopes You Remember FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET.📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #embodiment  #somatichealing  #femininewisdom  #nervoussystemhealing  #intuition  Gellyahnah Aakhen, embodiment healing, feminine wisdom, ancestral trauma healing, nervous system regulation, intuition and the body, somatic healing, spiritual healing podcast, feminine power, trauma stored in the body, embodiment practices, self trust, emotional healing, Getting Open podcast, lineage healing, sacred rage, intuition development, soul contracts, karma healing, spiritual teacherSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this vulnerable conversation, former Maroon 5 founding drummer Ryan Dusick opens up about fame, addiction, rebuilding his life, and becoming a therapist after losing everything. He and Andrea talk about purpose, identity collapse, mental health, recovery, and what it means to start over at rock bottom. Ryan shares what being in the biggest band in the world taught him — and what life after fame has given him. Chapters:00:00 – The untold pain behind Maroon 5’s early success03:42 – Growing up with Adam Levine & forming Maroon 5 at 1305:42 – Losing the band & losing himself06:30 – What rock bottom actually looked like11:02 – Treatment choices — what helped & what didn’t18:54 – Believing he was a “sophisticated drinker”19:55 – The breakdown that forced change21:06 – The Big Book reading & a near panic attack28:11 – Curiosity + compassion = relationship superpowers29:03 – Hard conversations are easier without an agenda31:14 – Checking in with your inner “parts”33:20 – Ryan’s book Harder to Breathe & podcast40:00 – Lessons from addiction that apply to EVERY relationship50:00 – Learning to sit with discomfort01:00:00 – Rediscovering identity after losing a dream01:10:00 – Why “fixing” people never works01:19:10 – Adam Levine’s ADHD quirks that drove Ryan nuts01:29:25 – Parenting, partnership & showing up wisely01:31:14 – Understanding the “manager” part of yourself01:33:20 – Where to find Ryan’s work FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET. 📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #maroon5  #mentalhealthjourney #addictionrecovery #fame  Ryan Dusick, Maroon 5 original drummer, Maroon 5 interview, Ryan Dusick therapist, addiction recovery, starting over at 40, fame and mental health, rock bottom story, identity loss, creative burnout, Leaving Maroon 5, personal transformation, mental health journey, Getting Open podcast, Andrea Miller interview, rebuilding your life, overcoming breakdown, Maroon 5, Kara's Flowers, Adam LevineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this deeply moving episode, end-of-life doula and bestselling author Diane Button shares what sitting at hundreds of bedsides has taught her about meaning, love, regret, and how to live fully right now. She and Andrea explore the real emotional landscape of dying — what people wish they’d done differently, what truly matters in the end, how to navigate grief, and how to support loved ones with presence instead of fear. This conversation is grounded, hopeful, and life-affirming. Chapters:00:00 – Why Talking About Death Matters01:22 – Meet Diane Button: End-of-Life Doula & Author05:47 – The Biggest Regret People Have Before Dying12:40 – No One Talks About Their Achievements14:58 – How to Be Present With Someone Who’s Dying17:12 – You Can’t Fix Grief — Only Witness It20:39 – What to Say (and NOT Say) in Final Moments23:15 – Diane’s Path to Becoming an End-of-Life Doula31:47 – How to Emotionally Prepare for Loss34:10 – A Peaceful Death Begins With a Meaningful Life42:11 – What Grief Actually Looks Like44:29 – The Mystery, Beauty & Humanity of Final Hours56:41 – What Matters Most: Love, Forgiveness & Presence58:55 – Diane’s Advice for Living a Regret-Free Life FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET.📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #endoflifedoula  #griefsupport  #endoflife #doula  Diane Button, end-of-life doula, death doula, lessons from the dying, grief support, meaning of life, dying regrets, how to live fully, preparing for death, emotional healing, life purpose, hospice stories, grief and loss, Getting Open podcast, end of life conversations, peaceful death, legacy and meaningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this powerful episode, author, TV writer and Marine veteran Greg Cope White shares his inspiring coming-of-age story — from joining the Marine Corps as a gay teenager when it was still illegal, to transforming that experience into the bestselling memoir The Pink Marine and the Netflix series Boots. He opens up about identity, belonging, resilience, allyship, military culture, and the universal journey of becoming who you really are.  Chapters:00:00 The transformative story behind Netflix's Boots01:39 Greg Cope White: From Marine to bestselling author to Netflix creator04:20 Joining the Marines as a gay teenager when it was illegal06:09 Boot camp, friendship, and leaving with the title U.S. Marine12:25 The harsh 13-week transformation at Marine boot camp18:49 Using humor to survive extreme environments20:21 Finding unexpected acceptance and brotherhood21:13 What he'd tell his 19-year-old self before signing up23:06 LGBTQ+ rights in the military24:22 Advice for young people considering military service today27:17 Creating the Boots TV show & adapting the memoir29:57 Casting Miles Heizer and bringing the story to life31:02 The power of storytelling to make people feel seen35:02 Allyship, friendship & the people who change our lives54:40 Parenting fears & supporting kids through their own “forge”55:38 Final advice + why you should “Hire a veteran” FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET.📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #lgbtqstories  #marinecorps  #BootsNetflix #comingofagestory  #militarystories  Greg Cope White, The Pink Marine, Boots Netflix series, Marine Corps boot camp story, LGBTQ+ military stories, coming of age memoir, belonging and identity, resilience and transformation, military LGBTQ history, Norman Lear Boots, inspiring veteran stories, Marine Corps training, allyship, queer military, don't ask don't tell, marine veteran, veteran storiesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller sits down with Paul Scheele, co-founder of Learning Strategies and creator of PhotoReading, to explore how anyone can unlock extraordinary mental abilities. Paul breaks down the science of accelerated learning, the subconscious mind, NLP, memory transformation, and why most people learn against how the brain actually works. Paul shares practical tools to rethink learning, create breakthroughs, and rewire your life from the inside out. Chapters:01:10 – Meet Paul Scheele: Co-Founder of Learning Strategies03:14 – How Paul Discovered Accelerated Learning04:22 – Your Subconscious Mind Does the Reading07:49 – Why Schools Teach Us to Learn Backwards09:11 – Strategy Over Willpower: The Truth About Learning12:36 – PhotoReading: How the Brain Processes 25,000 Words/Min17:29 – How to Use Your Whole Mind to Learn Anything21:06 – NLP, Suggestion & Identity Change32:22 – The Science Behind Rapid Transformation39:18 – How Fast Can You Actually Learn?44:11 – Applying PhotoReading to Real Life53:14 – Why Your Brain Is Built for Breakthroughs57:12 – Transformation Happens When You Stop Resisting01:10:27 – Giving Your Mind Better Instructions01:19:06 – Releasing Old Mental Programs01:26:05 – Your Brain’s Limitless Potential FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET.📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #acceleratedlearning #subconsciousmind  #brainhacks  #learnfaster  Paul Scheele, PhotoReading, accelerated learning, subconscious mind, NLP, memory improvement, speed reading, how to learn faster, reprogram your mind, identity change, self development, brain science, learning strategies, whole mind learning, personal growth, mindset shift, rewire your brain, Andrea Miller, Getting Open podcast, neuroplasticity, cognitive performance, how to study smarter, unlocking potential, genius mindSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller sits down with Laura Day, world-renowned intuitive and bestselling author of Practical Intuition and The Prism, to explore how intuition and energy can practically transform your life. Laura shares her science-backed yet deeply spiritual process for manifesting goals, healing trauma, and creating real change. From finding love after 50 to turning rock-bottom moments into miracles, she reveals how allowing, noticing, and making one small shift can open extraordinary doors. Chapters:01:02 – Meet Laura Day: The World’s Most Practical Intuitive04:23 – How The Prism Transforms Lives05:33 – The Ego Isn’t Bad — It’s Your Creative Tool07:23 – Understanding the 7 Ego Centers09:17 – How Early Childhood Shapes Your Reality12:39 – The Power of Catalysts: How Change Really Happens15:11 – Affirmations vs. Assertions19:09 – How Laura Met the Love of Her Life27:27 – How to Manifest with The Prism35:30 – Allowing vs. Forcing: The Secret to Intuitive Flow39:15 – Doing vs. Feeling: Why Action Creates Clarity44:35 – Hitting Rock Bottom: The Story Behind Practical Intuition49:36 – A Practical Way to Tap Into Your Intuition53:34 – How to Recognize “New Damage” in Your Life01:10:02 – What CEOs Pay $15K an Hour to Learn01:13:54 – Final Thoughts: Intuition Is a Skill, Not a Gift FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET.📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #intuition  #manifestation   #spiritualgrowth   Laura Day, Practical Intuition, The Prism, intuition training, intuitive guidance, how to trust intuition, manifestation tips, ego healing, energy work, self development podcast, Andrea Miller, Getting Open podcast, how to manifest goals, mindfulness, allowing not forcing, self awareness, spiritual growth, trauma healing, emotional intelligence, intuitive living, intuition and science, life transformation, manifesting love, synchronicity, energy shift, personal growthSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this deeply moving episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller speaks with Anthony Mrocka, a renowned evidential medium, about life after death, grief, and the power of spirit communication. After losing his own loved ones, Anthony discovered his ability to connect with the other side — helping thousands find healing through messages from beyond. Together, they explore how spirit energy works, what signs from loved ones really mean, and why love never dies. Chapters:01:05 – Meet Anthony Mrocka: From Skeptic to Medium03:22 – “Death Is Just a Change in Address”07:45 – How Spirit Speaks09:58 – Feeling a Presence: You’re Not Imagining It13:16 – Moving Forward with Grief17:50 – What Happens When We Die21:04 – The Biggest Misconception About Mediumship24:12 – How Anthony Discovered His Gift27:36 – Every Soul Has a Purpose After Death34:22 – Love: The Energy That Connects Both Worlds42:15 – Why Signs Appear When You Least Expect Them49:37 – “They Don’t Leave Us — They Help Us Live”56:12 – The Responsibility of Reading for Others01:00:05 – How to Build a Relationship with Spirit01:07:42 – What Spirit Wants Us to Know About Life01:11:27 – Love Never Dies01:15:00 – Continuing the Connection FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET.📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #spiritcommunication  #lifeafterdeath  #afterlife  #medium #psychicreading Anthony Mrocka, mediumship, afterlife, spirit communication, connecting with the dead, psychic medium, grief healing, life after death, spiritual awakening, messages from spirit, energy and consciousness, signs from loved ones, near death experiences, talking to the dead, spirit guides, how to connect with spirit, evidential medium, life after loss, spiritual healing, afterlife evidence, love never dies, medium reading, spiritual podcast, getting open podcast, psychic readingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller sits down with evolutionary anthropologist and Oxford researcher Dr. Anna Machin to explore the science of love — from why fathers are biologically vital to their children’s development to how brain chemistry explains connection, heartbreak, and even parasocial love. Discover what really bonds us, how “maternal gatekeeping” can harm relationships, and the surprising chemical that actually powers lifelong love. 💖 Don’t forget to like this video & subscribe:https://www.youtube.com/c/tangodaily Chapters:01:00 – Meet Dr. Anna Machin: Oxford’s Love Scientist03:34 – The “Deadbeat Dad” Myth05:11 – How Fatherhood Shaped Human Evolution10:24 – Three Things Every Great Dad Does15:15 – Is It Ever Too Late to Repair Father–Child Bonds?20:08 – Breaking Generational Patterns: Becoming the Father You Needed23:47 – The Birth Story That Changed Her Career31:12 – Maternal Gatekeeping: When Moms Don’t Let Dads Parent35:41 – The Opioid Theory of Love43:12 – Why Dancing & Singing Makes Us Feel Alive54:25 – The Dark Side of Love56:04 – Love Isn’t a Luxury — It’s a Biological Need58:12 – What Happens in the Brain When We Lose Love01:00:47 – Loneliness: The Modern World’s Silent Killer01:04:26 – Online Love & Parasocial Bonds Explained01:15:00 – Love Is the Most Human Thing We Do FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET.🎧 Listen on SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7fFUVNB4cA91iWIvbPXee0?si=7ff5b8283d2d4784📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #scienceoflove #fatherhood #neuroscience  Anna Machin, science of love, fatherhood, psychology of love, oxytocin myth, beta endorphins, emotional bonding, relationships and neuroscience, parasocial relationships, father daughter bond, parenting science, how to be a good dad, love hormone, human connection, maternal gatekeeping, fatherhood research, neurobiology of love, Oxford research, love addiction, why fathers matter, evolutionary anthropology, attachment and love, science of relationships, Dr. Anna Machin interview, Getting Open podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this powerful and joy-filled episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller talks with spiritual teacher and somatic healing pioneer Sah D’Simone about transforming pain into freedom through movement, laughter, and embodiment. Discover how to stop chasing, start dancing, and manifest from presence — not pressure. With lessons on releasing the past, authentic expression, and even a hilarious cameo from Cardi B, this episode blends wisdom, fun, and heart. Chapters:01:25 – Meet Sah D’Simone: The Spiritually Sassy Healer05:28 – What Is Somatic Manifestation?07:14 – Wanting vs Needing: The Truth About Desire10:00 – Stop Chasing, Start Dancing: Healing Through Movement12:26 – Drop the Story, Be With the Feeling16:21 – Let It Be Ugly: The Power of Authentic Release19:05 – Are You Manifesting Someone Else’s Dream?21:22 – Stop Giving Meaning to Every Feeling27:29 – The Ancient Wisdom of Somatic Healing35:22 – Clearing Emotional Baggage & Recognizing Synchronicities37:08 – Somatic Practice: Shadow Pride Breathwork Exercise44:29 – Healing Is Sexy: The Joyful Side of Transformation50:06 – Release Attachment & Let Go to Let In54:17 – Cardi B’s Spiritual Healing Moment58:03 – The Ultimate Self-Care: Forgiveness & Freedom01:00:11 – Closing Thoughts: Dance, Laugh & Manifest with Joy FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET.📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #somatichealing #spiritualawakening #manifestation  Sah D’Simone, somatic healing, emotional healing, spiritual awakening, embodiment practice, how to manifest, somatic manifestation, trauma release, mindfulness, spiritual podcast, healing through movement, letting go of the past, stop chasing start dancing, how to forgive, self love, shadow work, energy healing, nervous system regulation, meditation, healing anxiety, manifestation tips, inner peace, personal growth, self awareness, joy practice, spiritual teacher, emotional regulation, breathwork, conscious living, body based healing, Getting Open podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller sits down with Esther Gokhale — Harvard- and Princeton-trained founder of the Gokhale Method and “Posture Guru of Silicon Valley.” Discover why almost 90% of Americans suffer from back pain, what we’ve been doing wrong for decades, and how small, natural adjustments to the way you sit, stand, and sleep can completely transform your spine health. Backed by Stanford research and endorsed by 500+ doctors, Esther’s method offers simple, free, and life-changing ways to heal chronic pain — no surgery, no drugs, no physical therapy required. Chapters:00:00 — This back pain episode that will rock your world01:17 — Meet Esther Gokhale, the “Posture Guru of Silicon Valley”02:06 — 90% of Americans suffer from back pain04:43 — The Gokhale Method: How to retrain your body naturally08:55 — Why crunches and “sit up straight” are actually hurting you11:07 — Everyday movement as medicine: sitting, standing, bending right17:00 — Step-by-step: How to sit & stretch your back properly22:00 — Stretching your spine while you sleep33:00 — Pillow placement, neck alignment, and real traction explained39:30 — What not to do: crunches, pelvic tuck, feet parallel44:00 — How posture affects mood, confidence, and anxiety46:00 — Free workshops & learning the method online51:00 — Powerful healing stories from students around the world57:00 — Hope, healing, and what your doctor might not tell you FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET.📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #JamesDoty #Neuroplasticity #SpiritualNeuroscience back pain relief, posture correction, Esther Gokhale, Gokhale Method, natural back pain cure, how to fix back pain, back pain treatment, spine health, posture guru of Silicon Valley, heal back pain naturally, chronic pain relief, back pain exercises, bad posture habits, back alignment, fix lower back pain, sitting posture tips, sleeping posture, stretch sitting, stretch lying, back pain without surgery, physical therapy alternative, improve posture, neck pain relief, back pain recovery, back pain prevention, holistic healing, Stanford back pain study, how to sit properly, how to sleep for back pain, natural pain relief, back pain causesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller sits down with Amber Rae — bestselling author, artist, and speaker known for her work on emotional wellness and self-discovery. They dive deep into Amber’s journey of healing generational patterns, breaking free from perfectionism, and learning to love without losing yourself. From confronting childhood wounds to rediscovering connection after divorce, Amber shares powerful lessons on courage, forgiveness, and creating a life led by authenticity instead of fear. Chapters:01:10 – Meet Amber Rae04:20 – The Moment She Met Her Soulmate (While Married)08:10 – Discovering the Power of the Mirror Relationship11:56 – When Truth Forces You to Wake Up17:27 – The Loneliness I Didn’t Know I Had19:24 – The Stories We Tell Ourselves About Love21:05 – Healing the Mother-Daughter Relationship27:22 – The Courage to Face Family Dysfunction35:07 – Why You Don’t Need the Big Apology49:00 – How I Stopped People Pleasing & Started Trusting Myself52:06 – Inner Child Healing and Ideal Parent Visualization55:08 – Healing Is a Lifelong Journey58:10 – Closing Thoughts & Where to Follow Amber FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET.📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com Amber Rae podcast, The Answers Are Within You book, Amber Rae interview, emotional wellness podcast, healing generational trauma, perfectionism and self-love, how to forgive your parents, self-discovery journey, overcoming loneliness, learning to love again, healing after divorce, emotional healing for women, mother wound healing, courage to be authentic, inner child work, personal growth podcast, Andrea Miller interview, YourTango Getting Open, letting go of shame, emotional healing inspirationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller sits down with Suzanne Warye — author of The Sober Shift, host of The Sober Mom Life podcast, and founder of the Sober Mom Life Café. Suzanne opens up about her journey to sobriety after becoming a mother, the dangers of “mommy wine culture,” and why quitting alcohol is not a punishment but a path to freedom, healing, and deeper connection. Her story is filled with honesty, hope, and practical tools for anyone questioning their relationship with drinking.  📖 Order Suzanne’s new book The Sober Shift:https://a.co/d/gC881oM Chapters:00:00 – Coming up: an important conversation about sobriety01:20 – Meet Suzanne Warye02:05 – Suzanne’s new book: The Sober Shift04:00 – Quitting alcohol at 39 as a mother of a newborn05:20 – College binge drinking and the “party girl” identity07:36 – Blackout while parenting: The wake-up call that led to sobriety10:04 – Andrea shares her own experiences with addiction in her family13:00 – Suzanne on losing her father and grief during sobriety21:33 – Alcohol and shame: Working through decades of guilt31:07 – “Mommy wine culture” and why it’s so dangerous38:53 – Alcohol’s long-term health risks and generational impact42:21 – Why sobriety is a choice, not a punishment50:13 – Reactions to sobriety: Why they reflect others’ drinking habits57:11 – Healing inner wounds: Therapy, Internal Family Systems, RTT59:04 – Finding supportive communities like the Sober Mom Life Café01:09:41 – Closing reflections on alcohol’s systemic role FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET.📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #sobrietyjourney  #sobermom   #addictionrecovery   Suzanne Warye podcast, The Sober Shift book, Sober Mom Life podcast, sobriety journey, quit drinking story, mommy wine culture, why I quit drinking, alcohol and motherhood, sober parenting, sober lifestyle tips, alcohol free living, how to stop drinking, healing from addiction, life after alcohol, women and sobriety, sober community support, alcohol marketing to moms, living alcohol free, sobriety and mental health, Andrea Miller podcast interview, YourTango Getting OpenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller sits down with Alyssa Blask Campbell — emotional development expert, educator, and co-founder of Seed & Sew. They dive into her framework, the Collaborative Emotion Processing (CEP) method, and explore how parents, teachers, and caregivers can raise emotionally intelligent kids. Alyssa shares strategies for helping children manage big feelings, reframe tantrums, and create safe, connected spaces for growth. This empowering conversation is full of practical tools for parents and anyone passionate about emotional well-being. Chapters:00:00 – Meet Alyssa Blask Campbell: Emotional Development Expert04:12 – What is the Collaborative Emotion Processing Method?09:18 – Why Emotional Intelligence Matters More Than Ever14:40 – Helping Kids Navigate Big Feelings20:55 – Reframing Tantrums & Meltdowns as Opportunities27:33 – How Caregivers Can Regulate Their Own Emotions33:50 – Building Safe & Connected Spaces for Children40:06 – The Role of Schools in Emotional Development46:28 – Parenting Without Shame or Guilt52:44 – Raising Resilient & Empathetic Kids58:20 – Advice for Teachers & Classroom Strategies01:03:15 – How Adults Can Heal Their Own Emotional Patterns01:08:49 – Final Reflections FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. 📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #emotionalintelligence  #parentingpodcasts  #childdevelopment  Alyssa Blask Campbell podcast, Seed & Sew parenting, Collaborative Emotion Processing method, raising emotionally intelligent kids, parenting without shame, child development podcast, how to help kids with big feelings, teacher classroom strategies emotions, Andrea Miller interview, parenting emotional health, raising resilient children, emotional regulation for parents, supporting kids’ mental health, podcast on parenting and emotions, empathy and resilience in kidsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller talks with Joanna Schroeder — writer, media critic, gender scholar, and author of Talk to Your Boys. They explore how media shapes masculinity, why teaching empathy and resilience matters, and how open conversations can help raise confident, caring young men. Order Joanna’s new book Talk To Your Boys📖 https://www.amazon.com/dp/1523527315 Chapters:00:00 – Meet Joanna Schroeder & Talk to Your Boys04:15 – How Media Shapes Gender & Parenting09:42 – Raising Empathy & Resilience in Boys21:58 – Guiding Boys Through Peer Pressure & Pop Culture27:40 – Parenting in a Divided Political Climate33:18 – Redefining Masculinity & Femininity39:02 – Talking About Difficult Topics With Kids45:27 – Supporting Boys’ Mental Health51:11 – The Power of Open Dialogue in Families56:48 – Final Advice on Raising Confident, Caring Young Men FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM |   / yourtango   TIKTOK |   / yourtango   THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER |   / yourtango   FACEBOOK |   / yourtango   “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET.📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #raisingboys  #parenting  #masculinity  Joanna Schroeder interview, Talk to Your Boys book, raising boys emotionally, conversations with teens, teaching empathy to boys, parenting boys today, gender roles media influence, masculinity redefined, tween & teen mental health, how to talk to your sons, parenting tool kit, emotional intelligence parenting, YourTango Getting Open, childhood resilience strategies, raising boys, raising sons, parenting adviceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller talks with Laurence (Larry) Wilson, JD, AAML — a Bay Area divorce lawyer, mediator, collaborative attorney, private judge, and volunteer superior court judicial officer who has helped 4,000+ divorcing couples. Larry explains kinder, more efficient ways to separate (DIY, mediation, collaboration, cooperative & litigation), how to choose the right professionals, when court is necessary, and how to preserve dignity, finances, and family through the process. Chapters:00:00 – Why this episode is about divorce01:10 – Laurence Wilson’s background & the 4,000+ couples he’s helped02:08 – His book Own Your Own Divorce — what readers learn15:39 – The divorce industrial complex explained21:40 – AI, supply/demand, & rising costs are reshaping divorce services26:03 – 4 ways to divorce: DIY, Mediation, Collaboration, Litigation28:18 – Mediation: pros, cons & confidentiality33:20 – Customizing settlements — designing an ending that fits your family37:27 – Mediation limitations: trust, disclosure, and when it’s risky46:04 – The lawyer/client conflict47:37 – When court is needed (safety, abuse, severe misconduct)50:44 – Why most cases still settle51:41 – How to choose a great lawyer or mediator—what to ask them01:02:23 – Lead with kindness: post-divorce dignity FOLLOW YOURTANGOINSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/yourtango TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtango THREADS | https://www.threads.net/@yourtango TWITTER | https://www.twitter.com/YourTango FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/YourTango/ “Getting Open w/ Andrea Miller” is a podcast aimed at helping people truly open up to one another and themselves by digging into hard truths and varying perspectives. This show offers expert-approved relationship advice through vulnerable stories, dynamic discussions, and inspiring insights. Subscribe to catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET.📚 Read more at: https://www.YourTango.com 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #divorceadvice  #divorce #divorcesupport  Laurence Wilson divorce, Own Your Own Divorce, how to get a divorce, mediation vs litigation, collaborative divorce explained, cooperative divorce participation agreement, choose a divorce lawyer, divorce confidentiality, DIY divorce tips, costs of divorce, community property vs separate property, divorce peacemaker, family law mediation, volunteer settlement judge, when to go to court in divorce, divorce resources, preserve dignity in divorceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.