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#484: When the Life You Built Becomes Your Prison Nov 10, 2025

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In this episode I talk about what it really means to outgrow who you’ve been - that moment when the identity that once felt safe starts to feel like a cage. I share about my own transition, how easy it is to get trapped in who people think you are, and how terrifying it can be to let that version of you die. But that death is where freedom begins. This conversation is an invitation to look at the titles, labels, and stories that have kept you comfortable yet disconnected, and to remember that you already have the wisdom to guide yourself forward. I explore how to reclaim your energy from distraction, use your past as a map for your evolution, and walk yourself out of the prison of certainty and into the aliveness of possibility.

Resources:

—Get My Breakup 5 Day Audio Series and Workbook: www.createthelove.com/breakupaudio

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#483: How to Effortlessly Manifest Your Dream Life: Lacy Phillips Nov 03, 2025

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In this episode Mark sits down with Lacy Phillips, founder of To Be Magnetic and author of How to Manifest, for an inspiring conversation about how to bridge psychology, energy, and intentional living to create an authentic life. Lacy shares the truth about manifestation—why it’s not about blind optimism, but deep self-awareness and integration. Together they explore the role of technology in shaping our desires, the growing pull toward analog living, and how reclaiming sovereignty from collective conditioning leads to true empowerment. Lacy dives into how “tests from the universe” are actually invitations to embody our worth, and why following our intuitive pings is the key to living in alignment with our truest selves.

Lacy Phillips is a global manifestation expert and the founder of To Be Magnetic—the #1

manifestation brand rooted in neuroscience. Her revolutionary method combines psychology,

neuroplasticity, and energetics to rewire limiting beliefs at the subconscious level. Through her

signature digital membership, The Pathway, she’s helped over 100k+ people, including

founders, mothers, artists, authors, podcasters, spiritual leaders, content creators, and even

celebrities alongside everyday seekers in over 118 countries.

Pre-Order HOW TO MANIFEST by Lacy Phillips (with exercises by Jessica Gill)
Expanded on Youtube
@tobemagnetic
@Lacyannephillips

This episode is sponsored by:

Institute for Integrative Nutrition: Certified Health Coach Training: Use code MARKGROVES20 for20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIIN
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#482: Meet the Parts of You That Are Waiting to Be Heard: Dr. Richard Schwartz Oct 27, 2025

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In this episode Mark sits down with Dr. Richard Schwartz, founder of Internal Family Systems (IFS), for a profound conversation about healing the parts of ourselves that carry pain, trauma, and protection. They dive into the power of “unburdening” — the process of releasing individual, ancestral, and collective wounds — and how doing so reconnects us to the self, the calm, compassionate center within us all. Dr. Schwartz breaks down the roles of our inner protectors, exiles, and firefighters, explaining how true healing happens when we stop exiling our pain and start listening to it with curiosity and love. Together, Mark and Richard explore how parts work bridges psychology and spirituality, why even our most destructive parts are rooted in protection, and how accessing the Self transforms not only our internal world but the collective one around us.

Richard C. Schwartz, PhD, is the creator of Internal Family Systems, a highly effective, evidence-based therapeutic model that de-pathologizes the multi-part personality. His IFS Institute offers training for professionals and the general public. He is currently on the faculty of Harvard Medical School, and has published five books, including No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness with the Internal Family Systems Model.

Links:

website: https://ifs-institute.com/
books: https://ifs-institute.com/store
Pre-order the new book now

Sponsors:

Institute for Integrative Nutrition: Certified Health Coach Training: Use code MARKGROVES20 for20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIIN
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#481: The Mental Health Movement Has Lost the Plot with Joe Nucci Oct 20, 2025

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In this episode Mark sits down with psychotherapist and author Joe Nucci to unpack the rise of psychobabble—how social media has turned mental health into bite-sized buzzwords that distort the truth about healing, growth, and relationships. They dive deep into the myths that dominate online conversations—like “your feelings are always valid,” “everyone’s a narcissist,” and “everything is ADHD”—and explore how oversimplified self-diagnosis and viral therapy language can actually keep us stuck instead of setting us free. Together, they challenge the culture of self-labeling, discuss how nuance and personal accountability are essential for real mental wellness, and offer a refreshing, grounded perspective on what it really means to heal in today’s hyper-digital world.

Joe Nucci, LPC, is a licensed psychotherapist, writer, and social media influencer. His content contextualizes mental health misinformation, pop-psychology facts and fallacies, and culturally misconstrued ideas. Joe’s work focuses on empowering individuals—whether or not they have abackground in psychology—so they can live a life with a greater sense of agency and self-awareness.

Links:

Instagram: @joenuccitherapy
Website: www.joenuccitherapy.com

This episode is sponsored by:

Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide athttp://www.cozyearth.com
Avocado Green Mattress: www.avocadogreenmattress.com

—Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast

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—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/

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#480: When Things Fall Apart Oct 13, 2025

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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/breakupaudio

Get My Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire:https://markgroves.com/book

—Explore My Courses: https://markgroves.com/courses

Follow 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/createthelove

Have 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.com

Drop 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 athttp://www.cozyearth.com

Institute for Integrative Nutrition: Certified Health Coach Training: Use code MARKGROVES20 for20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIIN
Mighty Networks: Go to http://www.markgroves.com/mightynetworks to learn how to create your own community!
Avocado Green Mattress: www.avocadogreenmattress.com

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#479: Forgiveness Is for You, Not Them Oct 06, 2025

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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/breakupaudio

Get My Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire:https://markgroves.com/book

—Explore My Courses: https://markgroves.com/courses

Follow 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/createthelove

Have 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.com

Drop 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 athttp://www.cozyearth.com
Avocado Green Mattress: www.avocadogreenmattress.com

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

#478: Authenticity Over Approval Sep 29, 2025

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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/courses

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/createthelove

Have 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.com

Drop 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 for20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIIN

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#477: The Mother Wound - How to Heal What You Inherited With Bethany Webster Sep 22, 2025

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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.com
Book: Discovering the Inner Mother: A Guide to Healing the Mother Wound and Claiming your Personal Power
Online course: https://www.bethanywebster.com/healing-mother-wound-course/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherwound/
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/healingthemotherwound
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/innermother

—Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast

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#476: Reclaiming Your Power from Technology Sep 18, 2025

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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 love

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/courses

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/createthelove

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.com
Drop 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 for20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIIN

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

#475: Parents Have Feelings Too with Hilary Jacobs Hendel Sep 15, 2025

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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 beyond

Hilary 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.

This episode is sponsored by:

Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide athttp://www.cozyearth.com
Institute for Integrative Nutrition: Certified Health Coach Training: Use code MARKGROVES20 for20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIIN
Avocado 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!

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