In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller sits down with Amber Rae — bestselling author, artist, and speaker known for her work on emotional wellness and self-discovery. They dive deep into Amber’s journey of healing generational patterns, breaking free from perfectionism, and learning to love without losing yourself. From confronting childhood wounds to rediscovering connection after divorce, Amber shares powerful lessons on courage, forgiveness, and creating a life led by authenticity instead of fear.

Chapters:
01:10 – Meet Amber Rae
04:20 – The Moment She Met Her Soulmate (While Married)
08:10 – Discovering the Power of the Mirror Relationship
11:56 – When Truth Forces You to Wake Up
17:27 – The Loneliness I Didn’t Know I Had
19:24 – The Stories We Tell Ourselves About Love
21:05 – Healing the Mother-Daughter Relationship
27:22 – The Courage to Face Family Dysfunction
35:07 – Why You Don’t Need the Big Apology
49:00 – How I Stopped People Pleasing & Started Trusting Myself
52:06 – Inner Child Healing and Ideal Parent Visualization
55:08 – Healing Is a Lifelong Journey
58:10 – Closing Thoughts & Where to Follow Amber

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In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller sits down with Suzanne Warye — author of The Sober Shift, host of The Sober Mom Life podcast, and founder of the Sober Mom Life Café. Suzanne opens up about her journey to sobriety after becoming a mother, the dangers of “mommy wine culture,” and why quitting alcohol is not a punishment but a path to freedom, healing, and deeper connection. Her story is filled with honesty, hope, and practical tools for anyone questioning their relationship with drinking.

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Chapters:
00:00 – Coming up: an important conversation about sobriety
01:20 – Meet Suzanne Warye
02:05 – Suzanne’s new book: The Sober Shift
04:00 – Quitting alcohol at 39 as a mother of a newborn
05:20 – College binge drinking and the “party girl” identity
07:36 – Blackout while parenting: The wake-up call that led to sobriety
10:04 – Andrea shares her own experiences with addiction in her family
13:00 – Suzanne on losing her father and grief during sobriety
21:33 – Alcohol and shame: Working through decades of guilt
31:07 – “Mommy wine culture” and why it’s so dangerous
38:53 – Alcohol’s long-term health risks and generational impact
42:21 – Why sobriety is a choice, not a punishment
50:13 – Reactions to sobriety: Why they reflect others’ drinking habits
57:11 – Healing inner wounds: Therapy, Internal Family Systems, RTT
59:04 – Finding supportive communities like the Sober Mom Life Café
01:09:41 – Closing reflections on alcohol’s systemic role

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In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller sits down with Suzanne Warye — author of The Sober Shift, host of The Sober Mom Life podcast, and founder of the Sober Mom Life Café. Suzanne opens up about her journey to sobriety after becoming a mother, the dangers of “mommy wine culture,” and why quitting alcohol is not a punishment but a path to freedom, healing, and deeper connection. Her story is filled with honesty, hope, and practical tools for anyone questioning their relationship with drinking.

📖 Order Suzanne’s new book The Sober Shift:
https://a.co/d/gC881oM

Chapters:
00:00 – Coming up: an important conversation about sobriety
01:20 – Meet Suzanne Warye
02:05 – Suzanne’s new book: The Sober Shift
04:00 – Quitting alcohol at 39 as a mother of a newborn
05:20 – College binge drinking and the “party girl” identity
07:36 – Blackout while parenting: The wake-up call that led to sobriety
10:04 – Andrea shares her own experiences with addiction in her family
13:00 – Suzanne on losing her father and grief during sobriety
21:33 – Alcohol and shame: Working through decades of guilt
31:07 – “Mommy wine culture” and why it’s so dangerous
38:53 – Alcohol’s long-term health risks and generational impact
42:21 – Why sobriety is a choice, not a punishment
50:13 – Reactions to sobriety: Why they reflect others’ drinking habits
57:11 – Healing inner wounds: Therapy, Internal Family Systems, RTT
59:04 – Finding supportive communities like the Sober Mom Life Café
01:09:41 – Closing reflections on alcohol’s systemic role

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In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller sits down with Alyssa Blask Campbell — emotional development expert, educator, and co-founder of Seed & Sew. They dive into her framework, the Collaborative Emotion Processing (CEP) method, and explore how parents, teachers, and caregivers can raise emotionally intelligent kids. Alyssa shares strategies for helping children manage big feelings, reframe tantrums, and create safe, connected spaces for growth. This empowering conversation is full of practical tools for parents and anyone passionate about emotional well-being.

Chapters:
00:00 – Meet Alyssa Blask Campbell: Emotional Development Expert
04:12 – What is the Collaborative Emotion Processing Method?
09:18 – Why Emotional Intelligence Matters More Than Ever
14:40 – Helping Kids Navigate Big Feelings
20:55 – Reframing Tantrums & Meltdowns as Opportunities
27:33 – How Caregivers Can Regulate Their Own Emotions
33:50 – Building Safe & Connected Spaces for Children
40:06 – The Role of Schools in Emotional Development
46:28 – Parenting Without Shame or Guilt
52:44 – Raising Resilient & Empathetic Kids
58:20 – Advice for Teachers & Classroom Strategies
01:03:15 – How Adults Can Heal Their Own Emotional Patterns
01:08:49 – Final Reflections

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#emotionalintelligence #parentingpodcasts #childdevelopment

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In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller talks with Joanna Schroeder — writer, media critic, gender scholar, and author of Talk to Your Boys. They explore how media shapes masculinity, why teaching empathy and resilience matters, and how open conversations can help raise confident, caring young men.

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Chapters:
00:00 – Meet Joanna Schroeder & Talk to Your Boys
04:15 – How Media Shapes Gender & Parenting
09:42 – Raising Empathy & Resilience in Boys
21:58 – Guiding Boys Through Peer Pressure & Pop Culture
27:40 – Parenting in a Divided Political Climate
33:18 – Redefining Masculinity & Femininity
39:02 – Talking About Difficult Topics With Kids
45:27 – Supporting Boys’ Mental Health
51:11 – The Power of Open Dialogue in Families
56:48 – Final Advice on Raising Confident, Caring Young Men

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In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller talks with Laurence (Larry) Wilson, JD, AAML — a Bay Area divorce lawyer, mediator, collaborative attorney, private judge, and volunteer superior court judicial officer who has helped 4,000+ divorcing couples. Larry explains kinder, more efficient ways to separate (DIY, mediation, collaboration, cooperative & litigation), how to choose the right professionals, when court is necessary, and how to preserve dignity, finances, and family through the process.

Chapters:
00:00 – Why this episode is about divorce
01:10 – Laurence Wilson’s background & the 4,000+ couples he’s helped
02:08 – His book Own Your Own Divorce — what readers learn
15:39 – The divorce industrial complex explained
21:40 – AI, supply/demand, & rising costs are reshaping divorce services
26:03 – 4 ways to divorce: DIY, Mediation, Collaboration, Litigation
28:18 – Mediation: pros, cons & confidentiality
33:20 – Customizing settlements — designing an ending that fits your family
37:27 – Mediation limitations: trust, disclosure, and when it’s risky
46:04 – The lawyer/client conflict
47:37 – When court is needed (safety, abuse, severe misconduct)
50:44 – Why most cases still settle
51:41 – How to choose a great lawyer or mediator—what to ask them
01:02:23 – Lead with kindness: post-divorce dignity

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In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller talks with Raele Altano — communication coach, mental health advocate, and writer about breaking the silence around grief and healing. Raele shares her journey of losing her brother, the power of honest conversations, and how storytelling creates connection and hope. This heartfelt conversation offers wisdom and tools for anyone navigating difficult emotions.

Chapters:
00:00 – Meet Raele Altano: Mental Health Advocate
04:32 – Growing Up & Early Lessons on Silence
10:05 – The Loss of Her Brother & Starting the Healing Journey
16:48 – Why Talking About Mental Health Matters
23:20 – Storytelling as a Tool for Connection
30:42 – Navigating Grief in Community
38:05 – Coping Practices for Mental Well-Being
45:11 – Having Hard Conversations With Loved Ones
52:28 – Finding Purpose Through Vulnerability
57:40 – Living With Authenticity & Courage
01:01:12 – Andrea on the Power of Shared Stories
01:08:40 – Where to Find Raele

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In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller sits down with Case Kenny — mindfulness thought leader, podcaster, and author of That’s Bold of You — to talk about dating, self-worth, and what it really means to live intentionally. Case opens up about the lessons he’s learned from journaling, the power of honesty in relationships, and why embracing discomfort is the key to growth. From modern dating struggles to cultivating daily mindfulness, this conversation is both practical and deeply inspiring.

Chapters:
00:00 – Meet Case Kenny
03:40 – Journaling as a Tool for Self-Discovery
08:15 – Dating, Self-Worth & Modern Relationships
12:55 – Why Vulnerability Builds Stronger Bonds
17:40 – Moving Past Fear of Rejection
22:10 – Why Discomfort Sparks Personal Growth
26:30 – Mindfulness in the Everyday
31:05 – Online Dating & Managing Expectations
36:22 – The Power of Saying What You Really Feel
41:18 – Practicing Gratitude Without Toxic Positivity
45:50 – The Role of Boundaries in Dating & Life
50:20 – How to Live Boldly & Authentically
55:15 – Final Reflections on Love & Self-Acceptance

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