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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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In this episode I dive into what happens when life completely falls apart—when everything you thought was certain suddenly isn’t, and you’re left wondering who you are and where to go next. I explore the beauty and pain of disorientation, those moments when everything feels dismantled but are actually guiding you back home to yourself. This isn’t about fixing or forcing your way through the chaos—it’s about learning to sit in the space between, trusting that what’s breaking down is making space for what’s real. I’ll walk you through how to reclaim the parts of yourself you’ve left behind, rebuild trust in your own voice, and remember that sometimes the falling apart is actually the becoming.Resources:—Get My Breakup 5 Day Audio Series and Workbook: www.createthelove.com/breakupaudioGet My Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://markgroves.com/book—Explore My Courses: https://markgroves.com/coursesFollow me and my work here:—Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/markgrovestv —Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com—Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove—Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createtheloveHave A Question?—Have a Question For Mark That You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Leave us a Voice Note Here: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcastIf you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.comDrop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello!This episode is sponsored by:Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.comInstitute for Integrative Nutrition: Certified Health Coach Training: Use code MARKGROVES20 for 20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIINMighty Networks: Go to http://www.markgroves.com/mightynetworks to learn how to create your own community!Avocado Green Mattress: www.avocadogreenmattress.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this episode I dive into the often-misunderstood process of forgiveness and letting go—what it truly takes, why it’s so elusive, and how to move beyond pain without abandoning yourself. I break down the traps that keep us stuck in resentment, the difference between oversharing and authentic vulnerability, and how grief and anger can become catalysts for growth rather than prisons of suffering. Through powerful insights, stories, and timeless wisdom, I explore how to transform wounds into wisdom, create closure without waiting for it, and trust that nothing meant for you will ever require you to betray who you are.Resources:—Get My Breakup 5 Day Audio Series and Workbook: www.createthelove.com/breakupaudioGet My Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://markgroves.com/book—Explore My Courses: https://markgroves.com/coursesFollow me and my work here:—Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/markgrovestv —Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com—Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove—Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createtheloveHave A Question?—Have a Question For Mark That You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Leave us a Voice Note Here: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.comDrop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello!This episode is sponsored by:Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.comAvocado Green Mattress: www.avocadogreenmattress.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this episode I dive into the truth about authenticity—what it really means, why it’s so often compromised, and how the pull between belonging and self-expression shapes our lives. I unpack the ways codependency and people-pleasing keep us wearing masks, the cultural and relational pressures that silence our voices, and the cost of abandoning ourselves for acceptance. Through stories, research, and practical insights, I invite you to explore where you’ve been prioritizing connection over truth, and how to begin reintroducing yourself to the world with courage, boundaries, and authenticity that’s rooted in choice, not fear.Resources:—Get My Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://markgroves.com/book—Explore My Courses: https://markgroves.com/coursesFollow me and my work here:—Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/markgrovestv —Follow my Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markgrovespodcast —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://markgroves.com/newsletter—Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com—Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove—Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createtheloveHave A Question?—Have a Question For Mark That You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Leave us a Voice Note Here: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.comDrop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello!This episode is sponsored by:—Institute for Integrative Nutrition: Certified Health Coach Training: Use code MARKGROVES20 for 20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIINOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this episode, Mark sits down with author and thought leader Bethany Webster for a powerful deep dive into the “mother wound” and how it unconsciously shapes our sense of self, relationships, and capacity to thrive. Bethany breaks down the four levels of the mother wound, how family dynamics and cultural conditioning intertwine, and why so many of us carry invisible patterns of self-abandonment, guilt, or people-pleasing. Through her own story and years of teaching, she reveals how confronting and healing these wounds can liberate us from inherited beliefs, create healthier boundaries, and unlock greater authenticity in love, work, and life. This is an eye-opening conversation on breaking cycles, reclaiming sovereignty, and learning to mother ourselves with compassion and truth.Bethany Webster is considered a global expert on healing the Mother Wound. She is a writer, international speaker and transformational coach. Bethany started blogging in 2013 about the Mother Wound and quickly experienced worldwide demand for her work. Through blending research on intergenerational trauma, feminist theory, and psychology with her own personal story, Bethany's work is the result of decades of research and her own journey of healing. Bethany speaks, consults and mentors around the world sharing her growing body of work that is raising the standard of women’s leadership and personal development.Links:Website: www.bethanywebster.comBook: Discovering the Inner Mother: A Guide to Healing the Mother Wound and Claiming your Personal PowerOnline course: https://www.bethanywebster.com/healing-mother-wound-course/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherwound/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/healingthemotherwoundFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/innermother—Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast—Have a question for Mark and want an immediate answer? Mark's Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.com—How are your Nervous System + Attachment Style connected? https://markgroves.com/connectthedots- Subscribe to Mark’s Substack to receive his weekly reflections and insights straight from his heart to your inbox. https://markgroves.substack.com/ Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!—This episode is sponsored by:Institute for Integrative Nutrition: Certified Health Coach Training: Use code MARKGROVES20 for 20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIINOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this episode I pull back the curtain on our relationship with technology and reveal how platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and even YouTube are reshaping our nervous systems, stealing our choices, and silently eroding the depth of our relationships. I break down the psychology of manipulation baked into algorithms, how dependency mirrors toxic relationship dynamics, and why our phones have become the most powerful—and most destructive—relationship in our lives. This isn’t just a critique of social media; it’s a wake-up call to reclaim your sovereignty, restore choice, and consciously design a healthier relationship with technology so you can fully show up for yourself, your purpose, and the people you loveResources:—Get My Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://markgroves.com/book—Explore My Courses: https://markgroves.com/coursesFollow me and my work here:—Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/markgrovestv —Follow my Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markgrovespodcast —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://markgroves.com/newsletter—Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com—Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove—Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createtheloveHave a Question For Mark That You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Leave us a Voice Note Here: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.comDrop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello!This episode is sponsored by:—Institute for Integrative Nutrition: Certified Health Coach Training: Use code MARKGROVES20 for 20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIINOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this episode, Mark welcomes back psychotherapist and author Hilary Jacobs Hendel for a profound conversation on emotions, parenting, and breaking cycles of suppression. Together, they explore Hilary’s groundbreaking “Change Triangle” tool and her new book Parents Have Feelings Too, which equips parents to better understand their own emotions so they can support their children’s. Hilary explains why emotions are not “good” or “bad” but vital information, how unprocessed feelings fuel anxiety, depression, and addictions, and why modeling emotional fluency is the most powerful gift parents can offer. Through stories, practical tools, and raw insights, this episode unpacks how embracing emotions—rather than burying them—can transform parenting, heal intergenerational trauma, and create deeper, healthier connections at home and beyondHilary Jacobs Hendel, LCSW has a passion for teaching people how to understand and process emotions for healing. She is the author of the international award-winning book, “It’s Not Always Depression: Working the Change Triangle to Listen to the Body, Discover Core Emotions, and Connect to Your Authentic Self” and “Parents Have Feelings, Too” . She is a certified psychoanalyst and AEDP psychotherapist and supervisor.. You can find free resources plus classes and curricula on emotions and the Change Triangle at hilaryjacobshendel.com.Website: hilaryjacobshendel.comNew Book: Parents Have Feelings, Too: A Guide to Navigating Your Emotions So You And Your Family Can ThriveIt's Not Always Depression: Working the Change Triangle to Listen to the Body, Discover Core Emotions, and Connect to Your Authentic SelfThis episode is sponsored by:Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.comInstitute for Integrative Nutrition: Certified Health Coach Training: Use code MARKGROVES20 for 20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIINAvocado Green Mattress: www.avocadogreenmattress.com—Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast—Have a question for Mark and want an immediate answer? Mark's Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.com—How are your Nervous System + Attachment Style connected? https://markgroves.com/connectthedots- Subscribe to Mark’s Substack to receive his weekly reflections and insights straight from his heart to your inbox. https://markgroves.substack.com/ —Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this episode I break down the three biggest mistakes people make when navigating a breakup—and how to avoid them so you don’t repeat the same painful patterns. I share why leaving the door open keeps you stuck, how failing to prioritize your healing sabotages your self-worth, and why allowing others to dictate the terms of connection robs you of the love you actually want. This conversation is a wake-up call to stop self-abandoning, reclaim your power, and walk through the breakup as the portal of transformation it truly is.Resources:TO GET 10% OFF OUR BREAKUP RECOVERY COURSE, USE CODE: HEAL www.createthelove.com/breakup Here's the link to the episode on co-parenting and boundaries with Dr. Alexandra Solomon:https://markgroves.com/episode/dr-alexandra-solomon-boundaries-boundaries-boundaries/ Follow me and my work here:—Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/markgrovestv —Follow my Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markgrovespodcast —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://markgroves.com/newsletter—Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com—Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove—Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createtheloveHave A Question?—Have a Question For Mark That You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Leave us a Voice Note Here: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcastIf you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.comDrop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello!This episode is sponsored by:—Institute for Integrative Nutrition: Certified Health Coach Training: Use code MARKGROVES20 for 20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIINOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this episode I dive deep into the messy, beautiful reality of being human—our wounds, our patterns, and the radical responsibility it takes to break free from them. I share candid reflections on my own past mistakes, the lessons my father taught me about curiosity over shame, and how unresolved pain shapes the way we love, live, and even scroll. From betrayal and self-abandonment to the distractions of technology and the power of true presence, this conversation is a call to reclaim your sovereignty, rewrite your story, and create relationships and communities rooted in integrity and compassion. This is not just about listening—it’s about seeing yourself, healing, and stepping into a more powerful way of being.Resources:—Ready to transform your relationships? Download The Relationship Toolkit for free and learn the 5 essential skills to thrive in love and life! https://go.markgroves.com/relationship-toolkit-podcast —Ready to stop chasing emotionally unavailable people? Download your free guide to break the cycle and call in the relationship you crave: https://go.markgroves.com/unavailable-people-opt-in-podcast —Learn the connection between Attachment Styles, how it affects the Nervous System, AND how you can heal it: .https://go.markgroves.com/nervous-system-opt-in-podcast —Join My Online Community: http://markgroves.com/community    —Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://markgroves.com/book—Explore My Courses: https://markgroves.com/coursesFollow me and my work here:—Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/markgrovestv —Follow my Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markgrovespodcast —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://markgroves.com/newsletter—Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com—Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove—Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createtheloveHave A Question?—Have a Question For Mark That You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Leave us a Voice Note Here: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.comDrop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello!Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this episode, Mark sits down with thought leader and entrepreneur Kaylor Betts for a raw and liberating conversation about fear, authenticity, and the courage to live boldly. Together, they unpack how facing our deepest fears—whether in relationships, business, or self-expression—can actually become the gateway to freedom, healing, and purpose. Kaylor shares his own story of stepping into truth during the chaos of the pandemic, the backlash and breakthroughs that followed, and how embracing discomfort became the foundation of his thriving business and mission. This is a powerful dialogue on breaking free from self-abandonment, navigating criticism with integrity, and learning to build a life and business rooted in authenticity and resilience—you won’t want to miss it.Kaylor Betts is a powerhouse life and business coach, no-BS truth-teller, and host of the top 1% podcast Awake & Winning. Once burdened by fatigue, illness, financial struggle, and systems designed to keep people small, he broke free, rebuilt his body and mind, and built a thriving business on his own terms. Today, he leads a movement that challenges the status quo, urging people to think critically, take radical responsibility, and reclaim their sovereignty. Through raw coaching, unfiltered conversations, and real-world strategies, Kaylor equips others to break free from limitations and build lives where they win in body, mind, home, and business—living unapologetically, ungovernably, and on their own terms.Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekaylorbetts/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thekaylorbettsThe LIFE AW-cademy:https://theawlife.com/The BIZ AW-cademy: https://theawbiz.com/The POD-cademy: https://awakeandwinning.lpages.co/yourwinningpodcast/Website: https://www.awakeandwinning.comThis episode is sponsored by:Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.comAvocado Green Mattress: www.avocadogreenmattress.comGet an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code MARKGROVES at checkout. www.saily.com/markgroves—Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast—Have a question for Mark and want an immediate answer? Mark's Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.com—Get our Relationship Toolkit: How to Thrive in Your Relationships: https://markgroves.com/relationshipmastery- Subscribe to Mark’s Substack to receive his weekly reflections and insights straight from his heart to your inbox. https://markgroves.substack.com/ —Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this episode Mark sits down with men’s coach, author, and mentor Jimmy Rex to explore his extraordinary journey from top-selling realtor to founder of We Are The They, a global men’s movement built on authenticity, vulnerability, and integrity. Jimmy opens up about life-changing missions rescuing trafficking victims, adrenaline-fueled adventures, and the powerful rites of passage that shaped his mission to help men heal shame, repair relationships, and redefine masculinity as a force for good. This conversation challenges the belief that “there are no good men out there” and instead reveals what it truly takes to create deep, lasting connections in a world desperate for community and belonging.Jimmy Rex is a renowned figure in personal development and real estate. As the founder of “We Are The They,” he leads a global coaching program and social movement aimed at helping men lead exceptional lives. Jimmy hosts “The Jimmy Rex Show,” a highly-rated podcast with over 580 episodes, featuring top guests like Ed Mylett, Jerry West, Lewis Howes, and Rob O'Neill. He has also appeared on over 100 podcasts, including "Modern Wisdom." He is the author of the best-seller “You End Up Where You’re Heading” and “BE ONE: How to Be a Healthy Man in Toxic Times.” With over 20 years in real estate, he has sold more than 2,500 homes and assisted in the sale of an additional 4,000 homes to investors, including selling the most expensive home ever in Utah. Jimmy’s background in stand-up comedy adds laughter to his speaking engagements, making him a sought-after speaker and influencer.Links:Websites: Mrjimmyrex.com + Wearethetheymovement.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrjimmyrex/This episode is sponsored by:Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.comAvocado Green Mattress: www.avocadogreenmattress.comGet an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code MARKGROVES at checkout. www.saily.com/markgroves—Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast—Have a question for Mark and want an immediate answer? Mark's Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.com—How are your Nervous System + Attachment Style connected? https://markgroves.com/connectthedots- Subscribe to Mark’s Substack to receive his weekly reflections and insights straight from his heart to your inbox. https://markgroves.substack.com/ —Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this episode, I sit down with Brian Richards, founder of SaunaSpace, for a fascinating deep dive into the world of light, EMFs, and how our modern synthetic environment is quietly shaping our biology, mood, and overall health. We explore the ancient relationship between humans and natural light, why most of us are unknowingly starved of the sun’s healing near-infrared spectrum, and how artificial blue light and constant electromagnetic exposure are disrupting our circadian rhythms, hormones, and even emotional well-being. Brian shares his personal healing journey, the science behind light therapy, and simple, practical steps to reclaim your natural state of vitality—so you can feel more energized, think more clearly, and reconnect with the sacredness of just being. Brian Richards is an internationally known expert in sauna therapy, light science, EMF science. In 2008 Brian transformed his health by creating his own incandescent electric light bath. In 2013, he founded SaunaSpace. His company, based in Missouri, USA, handcrafts innovative saunas and targeted therapy devices that harness nature’s most potent spectrum for light and heat therapy. Thousands of customers have now transformed their lives with the SaunaSpace experience. Nowadays Brian brings a refreshing approach to natural living, spiritual science and natural health transformation.Website: https://sauna.spaceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/saunaspace/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saunaspace/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/saunaspace—This episode is sponsored by:Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.comAvocado Green Mattress: www.avocadogreenmattress.comGet an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code MARKGROVES at checkout. www.saily.com/markgroves—Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast—Have a question for Mark and want an immediate answer? Mark's Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.com—How are your Nervous System + Attachment Style connected? https://markgroves.com/connectthedots- Subscribe to Mark’s Substack to receive his weekly reflections and insights straight from his heart to your inbox. https://markgroves.substack.com/ —Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this episode, Mark sits down with legendary FBI hostage negotiator and Never Split the Difference author Chris Voss to unpack the art of communication that can transform every relationship. From tactical empathy to the neuroscience of feeling understood, Chris reveals how the same skills that save lives in crisis can deepen connection, defuse conflict, and build lasting trust in love. They explore why compromise often erodes intimacy, how self-talk shapes our relational patterns, and what it really takes to be heard. This episode is a masterclass in emotional intelligence, communication, and relational mastery—don’t miss it.Chris Voss, known as “The Master Negotiator,” earned his title as the former lead international kidnapping negotiator and head of crisis negotiation for the FBI’s New York City Division. With decades of high-stakes experience, he helped shape the negotiation tactics still used by the FBI today. After retiring, he taught business negotiation at USC, Georgetown, and Harvard, then founded The Black Swan Group to bring these powerful techniques to the corporate world. His best-selling book, Never Split the Difference, reveals how hostage negotiation principles can transform everyday communication, influence, and deal-making.Links:Website: https://www.blackswanltd.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefbinegotiator/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlackSwanLTD/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NegotiationMasteryBook: Never Split The Difference: Negotiation As If Your Life Depended On ItThis episode is sponsored by:Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.comAvocado Green Mattress: www.avocadogreenmattress.comGet an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code MARKGROVES at checkout. www.saily.com/markgroves—Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast—Have a question for Mark and want an immediate answer? Mark's Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.com—Get our Relationship Toolkit: How to Thrive in Your Relationships: https://markgroves.com/relationshipmastery- Subscribe to Mark’s Substack to receive his weekly reflections and insights straight from his heart to your inbox. https://markgroves.substack.com/ —Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jeff Tarrant—neuroscientist, licensed psychologist, and author of Becoming Psychic—to exploretelepathic communication and the science behind it. We dive into his groundbreaking research on psychics, mediums, and brainwave patterns associated with non-ordinary states of consciousness, revealing how the mind may be far more interconnected than we’ve been taught. Dr. Tarrant shares insights from The Telepathy Tapes project, offering compelling evidence that our brains may be wired for intuitive and psi-based abilities. If you’ve ever wondered whether telepathy is real—or if you might be more intuitive than you think—this conversation will stretch your perspective and awaken new possibilities.Dr. Jeff Tarrant is a pioneering neuroscientist, licensed psychologist, and leading expert in consciousness research, specializing in the intersection of meditation, brainwave technology, and intuitive abilities. As the founder and director of the NeuroMeditation Institute and Psychic Mind Science in Eugene, OR, he explores how meditative states and technology-based interventions can enhance mental health, cognitive function, and psychic awareness. Board-certified in neurofeedback, his research focuses on the brainwave patterns linked to contemplative practices, altered states, and psi-related phenomena. He is the author of Meditation Interventions to Rewire the Brain and Becoming Psychic, and his groundbreaking work has been featured on The Dr. Oz Show, The Huffington Post, Coast-to-Coast AM, and in the New York Times bestseller The Light Between Us. His latest project, The Telepathy Tapes, investigates the science behind telepathic communication.Websites:www.neuromeditationinstitute.comwww.psychicmindscience.comInstagram: @PsychicMindScienceBooks:Becoming Psychic: Lessons from the Minds of Mediums, Healers, & PsychicsMeditation Interventions to Rewire the BrainThis episode is sponsored by:Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.comGet an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code MARKGROVES at checkout. www.saily.com/markgroves—Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast—Have a question for Mark and want an immediate answer? Mark's Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.com—How are your Nervous System + Attachment Style connected? https://markgroves.com/connectthedots- Subscribe to Mark’s Substack to receive his weekly reflections and insights straight from his heart to your inbox. https://markgroves.substack.com/ —Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this episode, I reflect on my evolving relationship with the word “God” and the journey that brought me back to faith—not religion, but a felt sense of trust in something greater. I share how childhood shame, religious conditioning, and the fear of desire fractured my connection to divinity, and how heartbreak, grief, and the search for meaning helped me begin to rebuild it. This is an invitation to rethink where you've placed your value, why you've hesitated to leap, and how reclaiming your faith—whatever that means to you—might be the missing link between who you are and who you're becomingResources:—Learn the connection between Attachment Styles, how it affects the Nervous System, AND how you can heal it: .https://go.markgroves.com/nervous-system-opt-in-podcast —Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://markgroves.com/book—Explore My Courses: https://markgroves.com/coursesFollow me and my work here:—Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/markgrovestv —Follow my Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markgrovespodcast —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://markgroves.com/newsletter—Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com—Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove—Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createtheloveHave A Question?—Have a Question For Mark That You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Leave us a Voice Note Here: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.comThis episode is sponsored by:Avocado Green Mattress: www.avocadogreenmattress.comGet an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code MARKGROVES at checkout. www.saily.com/markgrovesInstitute for Integrative Nutrition: Certified Health Coach Training: Use code MARKGROVES20 for 20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIINDrop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello!Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
What happens when rock bottom becomes the foundation for radical change? In this episode, Mark sits down with Doug Bopst—former felon turned fitness coach, author, and host of the Adversity Advantage podcast—to explore how a 90-day jail sentence transformed his entire life. From addiction, self-loathing, and despair to a breakthrough moment with an unlikely mentor behind bars, Doug shares the raw truth about what it really takes to reclaim your life. For anyone ready to trade their limitations for transformation, this conversation is the catalyst.Doug Bopst is an award-winning personal trainer, author of three books, and host of the Adversity Advantage podcast, committed to helping others overcome adversity and unlock their fullest potential. A former convicted felon and drug addict, Doug’s journey of transformation began in a jail cell, where he overcame addiction, confronted his inner demons, and began rebuilding his life. Since entering recovery in 2008—the day he was incarcerated—he has turned his pain into purpose, using his story to inspire lasting change in others.Website: dougbopst.comPodcast: The Adversity AdvantageInstagram: @dougbopstThis episode is sponsored by:Avocado Green Mattress: www.avocadogreenmattress.comGet an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code MARKGROVES at checkout. www.saily.com/markgrovesInstitute for Integrative Nutrition: Certified Health Coach Training: Use code MARKGROVES20 for 20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIIN—Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast—Have a question for Mark and want an immediate answer? Mark's Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.com—How are your Nervous System + Attachment Style connected? https://markgroves.com/connectthedots- Subscribe to Mark’s Substack to receive his weekly reflections and insights straight from his heart to your inbox. https://markgroves.substack.com/ —Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this solo episode, I open up about my decision to quit drinking and the deep inner journey it sparked. I share the real reasons I turned to alcohol—not just to unwind, but to numb pain, avoid truth, and escape the discomfort of fully feeling. From the party culture of my college years to the quiet shame rooted in childhood, I trace how drinking became a way to disconnect from myself. Letting go of alcohol wasn’t easy, but it helped me reclaim my power, integrity, and authentic connection. If you’ve ever thought, “Maybe I should stop drinking,” this episode might just be your mirror, your wake-up call, and your invitation home.Resources:—Learn More about our Retreat here: www.createthelove.com/unknown —Ready to transform your relationships? Download The Relationship Toolkit for free and learn the 5 essential skills to thrive in love and life! https://go.markgroves.com/relationship-toolkit-podcast —Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://markgroves.com/book—Explore My Courses: https://markgroves.com/coursesFollow me and my work here:—Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/markgrovestv —Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://markgroves.com/newsletter—Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com—Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove—Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createtheloveHave A Question?Have a Question For Mark That You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Leave us a Voice Note Here: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.comThis episode is sponsored by:Avocado Green Mattress: www.avocadogreenmattress.comGet an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code MARKGROVES at checkout. www.saily.com/markgrovesDrop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello!Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this powerful episode, Mark sits down with Louisa Jewell, founder of the Canadian Positive Psychology Association, to explore the true path to emotional freedom and mental resilience. Together, they dismantle the myth that mental health is purely a matter of medication, diving instead into the deeper roots of depression, addiction, trauma, and healing. Louisa shares compelling insights on the brain’s wiring for protection, the addictive nature of social media and processed foods, and the surprising power of forgiveness, exercise, and connection. If you’ve ever felt stuck in loops of rumination, victimhood, or emotional pain, this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and actionable tools to reclaim your well-being and rewire your life.Louisa Jewell is one of Canada’s leading voices in the science of human flourishing, known for her practical, evidence-based approach to mental well-being and resilience. As the founder of the Canadian Positive Psychology Association and author of the best-selling book Wire Your Brain for Confidence, Louisa has spent over 25 years helping people overcome self-doubt, build authentic confidence, and create lives rooted in purpose and connection. With a master’s in applied positive psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, she makes the science of well-being both accessible and actionable through her keynotes, workshops, podcasts, and media appearances, including Oprah Magazine and CBC Radio.Website: https://www.louisajewell.com/ —This episode is sponsored by:Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.comAvocado Green Mattress: www.avocadogreenmattress.comGet an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code MARKGROVES at checkout. www.saily.com/markgroves —Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast—Have a question for Mark and want an immediate answer? Mark's Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.com—How are your Nervous System + Attachment Style connected? https://markgroves.com/connectthedots- Subscribe to Mark’s Substack to receive his weekly reflections and insights straight from his heart to your inbox. https://markgroves.substack.com/ —Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this episode, psychotherapist and author Nicole Sachs joins Mark Groves to explore the profound connection between emotional repression and chronic pain. Drawing from her personal story of healing from a debilitating spinal condition, Nicole shares how unprocessed trauma, perfectionism, and suppressed emotion get trapped in the body—manifesting as pain and illness. She introduces her groundbreaking method, JournalSpeak™, and explains how radical honesty, nervous system regulation, and self-compassion can unlock deep healing. This conversation is a wake-up call for anyone struggling with physical symptoms that traditional medicine can’t explain. If you’ve ever wondered if your pain has a story to tell, this episode is your invitation to listen.Diagnosed with a degenerative spinal condition in her twenties, Nicole Sachs transformed her life through Mindbody medicine after discovering the work of Dr. John Sarno. What began as a personal healing journey evolved into a professional collaboration—she lectured with Sarno at NYU and supported his patients through her private psychotherapy practice. For over 20 years, Nicole has researched chronic conditions and helped countless people heal by addressing the root cause: a dysregulated nervous system stuck in fight-or-flight, attempting to suppress unresolved emotions and trauma. Her practical, science-backed approach has been featured in USA Today, Woman’s World, and the Washington Post.Links: Website: https://www.yourbreakawake.com/Book: Mind Your Body: A Revolutionary Program to Release Chronic Pain and Anxiety Mind Your Body (Avery, February 4, 2025)Podcast: The Cure for Chronic Pain podcast—This episode is sponsored by:Avocado Green Mattress: www.avocadogreenmattress.comGet an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code MARKGROVES at checkout. www.saily.com/markgroves —Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast—Have a question for Mark and want an immediate answer? Mark's Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.com—How are your Nervous System + Attachment Style connected? https://markgroves.com/connectthedots- Subscribe to Mark’s Substack to receive his weekly reflections and insights straight from his heart to your inbox. https://markgroves.substack.com/ —Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this episode, Dr. Robert Glover—author of No More Mr. Nice Guy—joins Mark Groves to dismantle the "Nice Guy" syndrome and expose how covert contracts, people-pleasing, and hidden agendas sabotage intimacy and personal power. Together, they dive deep into the emotional conditioning that keeps men disconnected from their truth and trapped in performative masculinity. Dr. Glover shares unapologetic wisdom on boundaries, self-ownership, and how to reclaim your masculinity without losing your heart. Whether you're a recovering Nice Guy or love one, this episode is a roadmap to authenticity, freedom, and truly connected relationships.Dr. Robert Glover is a therapist, mentor, and author focusing on men’s relationships, health, success, and sexuality. With over 40 years of professional experience, he has authored four books, including the groundbreaking, No More Mr. Nice Guy. Dr. Glover is the founder of Integration Nation, an international community for men.Links:Website: drglover.comIntegration Nation Men’s Group: integrationnation.net/landing-pageYoutube: @Integration_NationInstagram: + @drgloverofficial + @integration_nationThis episode is sponsored by:—Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.com—Saily: Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code MARKGROVES at checkout. Download Saily app or go to https://saily.com/markgroves—Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast—Have a question for Mark and want an immediate answer? Mark's Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.com—How to Stop Chasing Unavailable People: https://markgroves.com/stopchasing- Subscribe to Mark’s Substack to receive his weekly reflections and insights straight from his heart to your inbox. https://markgroves.substack.com/ —Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
In this episode, Dr. Taylor Bean, a leading naturopathic doctor and informed consent advocate, joins us to dismantle the illusion of medical transparency. We explore the complexities behind vaccine protocols, childhood immunization, and the overlooked nuances of informed consent—revealing how fear, shame, and coercion have replaced curiosity and autonomy in modern healthcare. From the rise of medical mandates to the subtle erosion of patient rights, Dr. Bean breaks down what every parent, practitioner, and patient must understand. This conversation will challenge your assumptions, ignite critical thinking, and empower you to reclaim authority over your health decisions.Dr. Taylor Bean is a Naturopathic Doctor and owner of TaylorMade Wellness in Salmon Arm BC.  Becoming a mother is where her core value of achieving informed consent was born. While her profession taught her to be curious and treat each patient individually, it was her positive birthing experiences that changed her perspective on what a true doctor-patient relationship means.  Her career started in Singapore where she supported patients all over SE Asia and now has been supporting Canadians since 2016. Dr. Bean has been drawn to supporting women achieve an optimal pregnancy, labour preparation, paediatric wellness to more complex ailments that involve looking into methylation, genetic variants, chronic infections to complex paediatric conditions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtaylorbean/ and https://www.instagram.com/taylormadewellnessclinic/Websites: https://drtaylorbean.comhttps://vaccineoptimization.comhttps://taylormadewellness.comThis episode is sponsored by: Avocado Green Mattresses https://www.avocadogreenmattress.com/ Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcastHave a question for Mark and want an immediate answer? Mark's Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.comHow are your Nervous System + Attachment Style connected? https://markgroves.com/connectthedotsContact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Janine Easton

sooooooooo good 👍🏻

May 16th
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Raymond

what a moron... lmao

Apr 29th
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Raymond

lol emotional wreck then acts like she's ok.

Mar 16th
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Jessica Jayne

Hi Mark, Thankyou sincerely for your work. I thoroughly enjoy hearing your passion as you speak about relationships. I always feel lighter and in a better mood whenever I listen to your podcasts. I've had a few aha moments. I've recommended your podcast to friends and clients. I wish everyone in the world could understand what you are talking about. I wish you all the best.

Mar 4th
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Raymond

lmao these dumbass people over madeup names

Mar 2nd
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Raymond

how you ingest food with shame...it comes in your body so differently. (actually not true. junk science)

Mar 2nd
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Raymond

i laughed out loud so many times at how stupid this episode was. horoscope generalities on steroids.

Feb 28th
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Sarah Erickson

Awesome podcast

Feb 17th
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Brenden McBrier

Mark Groves, thank you for putting your time and energy and effort into sharing such a beautiful and vulnerable podcast with the world. You've been an inspiration and a blessing in my life and I am loving every episode and guest you've had on the show. You are amazing and I appreciate you.

Dec 21st
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Raymond

of course she's in Sedona. lmao

Dec 16th
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Raymond

solar plexus woo woo. lol what a joke

Dec 16th
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Raymond

a lot of these podcasts leave me wondering how people financially support themselves in between doing all of this self-indulgent expensive stuff

Dec 14th
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Paul Phon

This was felt and wholesome, thank you and Gangaji for sharing!

Nov 15th
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Janine Easton

I have been listening to your podcasts for the last year and the information and wisdom you and your guests share, has been transformative for me. It also inspired me to complete one of your online programmes which was also the best form of therapy iv ever had and made a huge impact on my mindset and beliefs. Thankyou again 💓

Nov 3rd
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Mike Fanelli

💙💙💙

Oct 20th
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Raymond

lmao just a bunch of name dropping and regurgitating what they heard from other people. nice.

Aug 23rd
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Paul Phon

I love this! Thank you!

Apr 13th
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Saba Marjani

Thank you so much for letting us in. This is so beautiful :)

Jan 8th
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Sabina Kilpatrick

amazing and valuable!

Dec 24th
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Nicole Heddema

This really inspired me to share my thoughts on my own podcast. it's hard to go against the main stream narrative. I think it should come down to respecting one another, showing love...and ..questioning everything! haha.

Dec 2nd
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