"To love is to know “this could hurt so bad” and still be willing to lean in” - Brené Brown
In this episode, I dive into what it really means to keep your heart open when life gets hard — when betrayal, fear, or discomfort creep in. How do we stay present in the moments that matter most? This is about vulnerability, courage, nervous system regulation, and becoming the safe space we crave.
Whether you're healing from heartbreak, trying to show up more authentically, or learning how to respond vs react... this one's for you.
What You'll Learn:
- When it's necessary to close our hearts to protect ourselves
- When we should strive to keep our hearts open, despite how scary it is
- Why it's so tough to remain open-hearted in times of stress
- Practical tools to develop the ability to keep our hearts open when it matters most
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Peace, Love, and Weirdness,
Wolfie 😁
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⏱ Timestamps:
00:00 When Your Heart Closes: The Choice Between Safety and Presence
02:29 Pause & Reflect: Preparing to Lean In
03:38 When Love Hurts: A Story of Betrayal
05:05 Spiraling Into Survival: The Body’s Stress Response
08:46 Courage in Vulnerability: Choosing to Lean In
11:34 Breathe Through the Chaos: Cultivating Resilience
15:07 Rewriting Your Story: From Self-Doubt to Empowerment
18:18 Courage Under Fire: Keeping Your Heart Open in Crisis
21:43 Training for Resilience: Embracing Eustress and the Cold
24:13 Your Choice: Embrace Love or Seal the Heart
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Email: Wolf@wolfcastillo.com
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