Navigating Emotional Intelligence: Finding Authenticity in Love and Relationships

Wake Up to Real Love

In this episode, Dawn welcomes back her friend and healer, Eva Vennari, for a deep dive into the complexities of love, self-care, and personal transformation. Eva shares her journey from a challenging upbringing and a tumultuous marriage to discovering the essence of true love and self-acceptance. Their conversation explores the importance of emotional intelligence, the impact of familial patterns on relationships, and the necessity of setting boundaries. Eva emphasizes the significance of understanding one's own feelings and the transformative power of self-love, while also discussing her unique healing modality, Mineral Alchemy.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Love is often misconstrued as merely actions or acts of service, such as providing for someone materially. True love involves emotional connection and self-awareness, which many people are conditioned to suppress.

• Self-love is foundational for healthy relationships. It involves recognizing one's own worth and setting boundaries, which allows individuals to engage authentically with others without losing themselves.

• Many individuals fall into familiar patterns of behavior, often replicating dynamics from their family of origin. Awareness of these patterns is crucial for breaking the cycle and fostering healthier connections.

• Becoming an observer of one’s own emotions and reactions can help individuals respond rather than react in stressful situations. This self-awareness allows for more thoughtful communication and personal integrity.

• Engaging in spiritual practices, such as introspection and connecting with one’s higher self, can facilitate personal growth and healing. This journey helps individuals understand their life purpose and make conscious choices that align with their true selves.

BEST MOMENTS

"If you're poorly and you start with just a few things, and you discover you're getting better, you're gonna put more faith in that new thing and maybe make more allowance for it emotionally to do it again or more deeply. "

"Making sure that you represent yourself on Valentine's day, making sure you buy presents on people's birthday, making sure you remember them and that those are acts of service. Those are acts of showing care, but it's not necessarily what love is."

"There's a difference between ignorance and stupidity, and I'm not here to call out names. I'm here to more or less say, if you can't learn, find somebody who can protect you for the rest of your life and stay there."

ABOUT THE HOST

Dawn Rishárd, M.A. with 20 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Systems, I empower people to release the past, open their hearts, and receive the love they desire. I have a soft spot to help women struggling in their marriages as I did. As an Intuitive Healer, I help unlock Self Love, Clarity, and Connection, despite the challenges. I am an expert at restoring people's intimacy in life and love.

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