177. January Live Q&A; Self Compassion, Self Regulation, and Rebuilding Trust With Yourself

177. January Live Q&A; Self Compassion, Self Regulation, and Rebuilding Trust With Yourself

17:00 Jan 22, 2026
About this episode
January can feel overwhelming after betrayal, separation, or divorce. It is often called “divorce month,” a time when pressure to change, decide, or move forward quickly is everywhere. In this episode of The Empowered Divorce Podcast, Amie shares a powerful portion of her January live Q and A, offering grounded guidance for women who feel emotionally exhausted, dysregulated, or unsure how to care for themselves right now.Amie walks listeners through four foundational areas of healing that help rebuild safety and trust within the body after betrayal trauma: self compassion, self regulation, self advocacy, and self trust. She explains why these are not things you have to earn or fix, but capacities you already have access to, even when healing feels slow or messy.You will hear Amie unpack why self compassion never disappears, even when you choose rest over productivity, how to untangle unhealthy co regulation with an ex, and how learning to say no to yourself in small ways can become a powerful form of self advocacy. She also answers a thoughtful question from the group about how to balance self compassion with self discipline without turning healing into another perfectionistic checklist.This episode is especially supportive if you are navigating January after betrayal, feeling pressure to make big decisions, or wanting to reconnect with yourself without forcing change.In this episode, Amie explores:Why January can feel emotionally intense after divorce and betrayalHow self compassion supports nervous system regulationWhat unhealthy co regulation with an ex can look likeThe difference between self compassion and self advocacyHow small daily choices rebuild self trust over timeWhy healing does not require rushing or forcing changeIf you are longing to feel steadier, safer, and more connected to yourself, this episode offers a gentle place to begin.______________________________? WORK WITH AMIE + NEXT STEPS IN YOUR HEALING ? Dating From Within Workshop- Get on the Interest List ? ?????????????Cli???ck here to register????? ?????????Empowered Divorce Q&A????????? – Free monthly group coaching. First Thursday of each month.? ?????????Body Love Class????????? – Learn how to reclaim your body after betrayal.? ?????????Believing In You Group Coaching ?????????Ready to stop letting your brain hijack your healin
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