Midlife with Courage™-Flourishing After Forty with Kim Benoy

Navigating Emotional Triggers in Midlife: A Healing Journey with Maria Toso

Episode 248

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In this episode of the Midlife with Courage™ podcast, Kim and guest Maria Toso discuss emotional triggers and how to heal them. Key topics include:


- Understanding emotional triggers and contractions
- Techniques for healing and self-love
- The importance of grounding and breathwork
- How forgiveness and divine love play roles in emotional healing
- Practical advice for facing triggers, especially during the holidays.

00:00 Welcome to Midlife with Courage
00:21 Meet Maria Toso: A Journey of Spiritual Awakening
00:28 Understanding Emotional Triggers
02:00 Healing Through Meditation and Yoga
03:09 Numbing Out: The Modern Escape
03:49 The Power of Self-Love and Divine Love
05:56 Recognizing and Managing Triggers
08:59 Daily Practices for Emotional Well-being
11:41 The Role of Self-Validation
24:49 The Journey of Forgiveness
25:07 Understanding Triggers and Healing
25:54 Releasing the Original Villain
27:40 The Power of Forgiveness
30:29 A New Paradigm for Friendship
34:21 Steps to Grounding and Awareness
38:04 Using Current Hurts for Healing
38:46 The Importance of Loving Presence
46:55 Practical Tips for the Holiday Season
49:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Go to Maria's website to get her free mini meditations, her book and more information about working with her. 

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Kim Benoy is a retired RN, Certified Aromatherapist, wife and mom who is passionate about inspiring and encouraging women over 40. She wants you to see your own beauty, value and worth through sharing stories of other women just like you.

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