S1E4: Marcy Cole - The Tapestry of Love: Growth, Healing, and the Journey to Self-Acceptance

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Join me and my guest, Marcy Cole, a lifelong explorer of the human heart, as we make our way through the profound landscapes of love and the lessons it imparts. Our bond, a testament to the enduring power of connection, serves as a backdrop for a conversation that delves into the essence of our existence. We trace love's indelible influence from the innocence of childhood to the complex tapestry of our adult lives, sharing personal accounts that lay bare the core of who we are. Embark on this heartfelt journey with us, and uncover the myriad ways love sculpts our growth, our relationships, and our understanding of the world.

The intertwining of psychology and spirituality often seems like a dance, intricate and intimate, and in this episode, we explore just how deeply love plays a role in this harmonious pairing. Reflecting on the pioneers who embraced love within therapeutic practices, my guest and I share our personal revelations of how love can indeed heal and transform. As we recount the birth and blossoming of First Tuesday in Chicago, a community united by genuine connection, you'll be reminded of the joy and strength found in togetherness—a sentiment that resonates within each of us.

Our conversation doesn't shy away from the tender vulnerabilities of love, nor does it overlook the daunting yet rewarding path to self-discovery. We traverse the emotional terrains of working with orphaned children in Peru, navigating personal relationships, and the courage it takes to confront our shadows. And as our talk culminates in the themes of self-love, acceptance, and gratitude, we invite you to reflect on your own path toward embracing an open heart and the fulfilling connections that await you. Join us as we celebrate the richness of love in its many forms and the transformative moments that define our journeys.

What We Explored This Episode

(07:01) Connections, Love, and Human Rewiring

(13:04) Intersection of Psychology and Spirituality

(29:01) Exploring Romantic Love and Community Engagement

(41:43) Discovering Inner Wisdom and Guidance

(55:47) Practice of Love and Self-Compassion

(58:51) Expressing Gratitude and Love

Memorable Quotes

"At the end of this journey, in this body, in this lifetime, if we can say 'I loved well and was loved beautifully,' even if it's one person or one love or a lot, that's everything, and it's never too late to get there."

"We are all made of love, even if it didn't seem that way or feel that way. I do believe that we are, and that, at the end of the day, I could not agree more that, at the end of this journey and this body, in this lifetime, love is what matters most."

"I'm in such awe of my clients and my friends and the people I know I've been able to cross paths with, that did not receive this kind of hands-on holding, literally and figuratively, because when we talk about self-made humans, you know, and so when they didn't receive that sort of early download of palpable expressed love. I'm in such awe of it, I'm so inspired by it."

“I have found among its other benefits, giving liberates the soul of the giver.”  Maya Angelou

Resources Mentioned

Leo Buscaglia - www.leobuscaglia.org

Sonia Choquette - www.soniachoquette.net

Connect with Marcy

Website - https://drmarcycole.com/

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