Love Anarchy

<p>Are you the person who knows there is more to dating, relationships and love than what is shared in the mainstream? This podcast is for people who want to delve deeper into love and relationships outside of the day to day cultural norms. Love Anarchy is for the person who is curious about the spiritual, sexual, and controversial topics that influence our perspective of how relationships and love unfold themselves in our lives. Andrea Atherton is a relationship coach, therapist and intuitive who is passionate about human connection and the authentic love experience. This weekly podcast will have guests who are experts or have personal experience in topics that will help you explore, challenge and deepen your understanding of love. Join the relationship rebellion.</p>

Ep. 180 - Forgiveness: The Ultimate Gift

Send us a textIn episode 180, host Andrea Atherton welcomes Erin Doty back to explore the transformative power of forgiveness on the mind, body, and spirit. Together, they discuss how holding on to resentment can block emotional and spiritual growth, even preventing you from fully receiving love. By unpacking the connection between forgiveness and the heart chakra, they reveal how unresolved anger and bitterness can create walls that limit connection, intimacy, and joy.Erin shares that forgiv...

12-19
39:40

Ep.179 - Cultivating Self Knowing: Finding Authenticity, Freedom, & Infinite Love

Send us a textIn this illuminating episode, host Andrea Atherton sits down with Gustavo Gil, a transformational catalyst with over 16 years of dedication to personal development and spiritual practice. Together, they explore the profound journey of inner awakening, offering insights into how we can cultivate our inner wisdom and tap into our highest potential. Drawing from his vast experience in holistic practices like Qi-gong, Breathwork, Kundalini Yoga, and energy healing, Gustavo shares pr...

12-12
49:54

Ep. 178 - Healing Through Cannabis Medicine and Somatic Ceremony

Send us a textIn this Educational episode, host Andrea Atherton sits down with Kenny Stahl, a renowned Plant Medicine Practitioner and Somatic Trauma Healer, and Thomas Hanks Certified Breathwork Instructor and Psychedelic to discuss their upcoming Medicinal Marijuana and Somatic Ceremony. Together, they explore the profound potential of plant medicine as a catalyst for healing and growth, sharing how intentional use of cannabis can open pathways to emotional release, deeper self-awaren...

12-05
47:24

Ep. 177 - Healing the Divide: Finding Peace at the Holiday Table

Send us a textIn this solo episode, host Andrea Atherton dives into one of the most emotionally charged aspects of the holiday season: navigating gatherings with loved ones whose beliefs deeply conflict with your own. Whether it’s political divides, clashing worldviews, or unspoken family tensions, these moments can feel like an emotional minefield. Andrea shares heartfelt reflections and actionable strategies to approach these situations with clarity, compassion, and courage.Andrea explores ...

11-27
17:09

Ep. 176 - The Roots of Recovery: Breaking Free of Childhood Trauma

Send us a textIn this enlightening episode, host Andrea Atherton is joined by Dr. Robb Kelly, Ph.D., a globally recognized neuroscience coach and addiction recovery expert. With decades of experience studying the brain and behavior, Dr. Kelly takes us on a profound journey into how childhood trauma shapes our relationships and influences patterns in our adult behavior and choices. Together, they explore the neuroscience behind relationships, shedding light on how unresolved trauma from early ...

11-21
52:14

Ep. 175 - Reinventing Masculinity for the Modern Man

Send us a textIn today’s solo episode, Ep. 175, we explore how men can embrace a balanced, inclusive approach that strengthens relationships, nurtures personal growth, and challenges traditional norms. This episode is dedicated to men looking to cultivate positive masculinity—practices that encourage openness, cooperation, and a sense of community. These aren’t just ideals; they’re practical shifts that any man can start today, moving beyond outdated stereotypes to build a life that feels gro...

11-14
21:16

Ep. 174 -Empowering Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)

Send us a textIn this powerful episode, host Andrea Atherton welcomes founder Mari Dagher, a twelve-year survivor of domestic violence, to share the deeply personal story and mission behind The Voices of the Heart foundation’s work. Mari’s journey from survivor to advocate drives her commitment to creating a world where no one faces the isolation and darkness of abuse or divorce alone. Together, they discuss Voices of a Heart’s vision of becoming a perpetual beacon of hope, offering survivors...

11-07
41:51

Ep. 173 - Healing Journey to Self-Love After Narcissistic Abuse

Send us a textIn Episode 173, host Andrea Atherton welcomes Catherine EC, a courageous woman who shares her deeply personal story of unknowingly falling into a toxic relationship. Catherine describes how the relationship began with overwhelming affection—known as love bombing—that masked her partner’s true nature. This powerful beginning made it difficult to recognize the dangerous path she was on, and she now hopes that sharing her story will help other women identify these signs early. Thro...

10-31
41:18

Ep. 172 - Embracing Grief as an Act of Love

Send us a textIn this deeply moving episode, Host Andrea Atherton welcomes Death Doula, Erin Doty to explore the profound connection between grief and love. Together, they unpack the challenging but necessary process of embracing grief as an essential part of our healing journey, offering insights into how loss—while painful—can deepen our capacity to love. Erin shares her experiences as a death doula, shedding light on how the uncertainty and pain that come with death and loss can serve as a...

10-24
38:23

Ep. 171 - Breaking Free from the Addiction to Doing

Send us a textIn episode 171, host Andrea Atherton, dives deep into the ever-prevalent challenge of breaking free from the relentless need to stay busy. Have you ever felt like you're constantly on the go, always needing to be productive to feel valuable? You're not alone. This episode is for anyone who finds themselves addicted to doing—always moving, yet never quite feeling at peace.Join Andrea as she explains how this addiction to busyness isn't just a mental burden, but it’s also impactin...

10-16
27:10

Ep. 170 - Reigniting Female Sexuality Through Erotic Storytelling

Send us a textIn episode 170, we dive into a tantalizing topic that encourages women to reclaim their sensuality through the power of imagination and storytelling. Our special guest, Avalon Lust, a talented erotic author from Germany, joins us to explore the transformative impact of women's short story erotica. Writing under a provocative pen name, Avalon creates narratives that invite women to embrace their desires, ignite their passion, and rediscover their sexual expression. These tales of...

10-10
37:32

Ep. 169 - Parenting with Purpose: Building Strong Family Bonds

Send us a textIn Episode 169, host Andrea Atherton is joined by Darren Bruce, a peak performance coach from Australia specializing in coaching men, to explore the vital role fathers play as "spiritual guides" in their children’s lives. Darren shares his insights on how fatherhood extends far beyond providing and protecting, urging men to embrace the deeper responsibility of guiding their children’s emotional and spiritual growth. This episode highlights the importance of nurturing each child'...

10-03
48:28

Ep. 168 - Authenticity & The Courage To Be Real

Send us a textIn a world that constantly demands conformity and perfection, discovering and living as your true self can feel like an impossible task. Join host Andrea Atherton in this thought-provoking solo episode as she unpacks the journey to authentic living, revealing why it’s so challenging to be real in today’s culture. Andrea explores the deep-rooted pressures we face from social media, cultural norms, and survival fears, explaining how these forces create cognitive dissonance—a painf...

09-25
27:30

Ep. 167 - Relational Inquiry: Cultivating Meaningful Connections

Send us a textIn this episode 167, host Andrea Atherton sits down with Lane Belone, founder of Soverign Creation, shares his transformative journey of living in flow and sovereignty. Lane reflects on his voyage into service, becoming a Green Beret, and the life lessons he gained while living in Europe. Now residing in Colorado Springs with his wife, Lane is deeply involved in men’s groups, where he shares his expertise in personal development and communication. He reveals how these experience...

09-19
42:01

Ep. 166 - The Power of Pelvic Health: A Holistic Approach to Women's Wellness

Send us a textIn Episode 166, Host Andrea Atherton welcomes guest Erin Doty for an enlightening conversation on the often-overlooked yet essential aspects of pelvic health, fascia, nervous system regulation, and chakra balance. Erin shares her deep expertise on how tending to these areas is not only critical for physical well-being but also for emotional and spiritual alignment. When we heal and care for these systems, we create pathways for deeper self-connection and enhance our capacity for...

09-11
36:31

Ep. 165 - The World Peace Project

Send us a textIn this thought-provoking episode, host Andrea Atherton sits down with visionary Daniel Leo, the mastermind behind the World Peace project. They delve into the profound awakening happening across the globe, where sensitive souls, healers and clairvioants are emerging as key players in the healing of our world. This conversation explores the essential role these individuals play in fostering peace and unity, as well as their capacity to transform the collective consciousnes...

09-05
45:12

Ep. 164 - Why Holding Space Is the Ultimate Act of Love

Send us a textIn this solo episode, Andrea Atherton takes us on a journey into the practice of holding space for those we love. Holding space is not just about being physically present; it's about creating an environment of unconditional support, deep empathy, and non-judgment. She delves into the true meaning of creating this container and the delicate balance required to support someone without losing yourself in the process. Whether you're a recovering people-pleaser, someone with an ...

08-29
23:24

Ep. 163 - The Paradox of Love: Intimacy Through Non-Attachment

Send us a textIn this solo episode 163, host Andrea Atherton delves into the intricate balance between deep intimacy and detachment, using spiritual principles to guide the discussion. Drawing on the teachings of Buddhism and the concept that our suffering comes from our attachments, Andrea explores how non-attachment within deep love can lead to more authentic and fulfilling relationships. She explains that non-attachment, often misunderstood as emotional distance, is actually about cultivat...

08-22
21:28

Ep. 162 - The Reunion: Love Across The Miles

Send us a textIn Episode 162, we revisit the inspiring journey of Chris Rice, who first captured our hearts in Episode 34 when he shared his long-distance love story with Jenifir. Now, Chris returns to the podcast with an even more incredible chapter in his life. After nurturing their relationship from afar, Chris made the life-altering decision to leave the familiar comforts of upstate New York and move to the Philippines to be with the woman he loves. This episode tells the story of a man w...

08-15
45:41

Ep. 161 - Creating Enduring Love: Foundational Relationship Advice

Send us a textIn Episode 161 of our podcast, host Andrea Atherton welcomes the insightful Ana T. Brooks, a renowned Soul Purpose Activator from Australia, to explore the fundamental tools essential for sustaining a lasting and fulfilling relationship. Ana brings her unique perspective and expertise to discuss the cornerstone of any successful partnership: communication and the commitment to staying together. Andrea and Ana delve into the nuances of open, honest dialogue, and the importance of...

08-08
45:03

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