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Ep 833 Tools for Dealing With Anger
🎙️ Welcome back to Part 2 of our series on Anger on the Soul-u-tions Podcast! Anger is a powerful, completely normal emotion—and it's actually a great tool to help us set boundaries. But just like the food we eat, our anger needs to be properly metabolized so it doesn't build up and turn into explosive rage or deep resentment. In this episode, we are getting entirely practical. If you've ever found yourself ruminating over a conflict or stuck at a "10" on the anger scale, this episode is for you. I'm walking you through 3 actionable tools to help you process your anger and bring yourself back to a healthy, balanced state. In this episode, you'll discover: Why we need to "metabolize" our emotions, and why aiming for a "0" on the anger scale isn't actually healthy.Tool #1: The Meta Prayer (Loving Kindness). A beautifully structured practice to build momentum in extending grace—starting with yourself, and eventually reaching the person who challenged you.Tool #2: The 25-5-3 Tool. A powerful exercise to shift you out of problem-level thinking and into solution-level thinking by identifying what did work in a conflict, what didn't, and what you'd do differently next time.Tool #3: The "Judge Your Neighbor" Worksheet. A highly effective way to get your mental trash out on paper (so you can throw it away!) using a brilliant framework from Byron Katie. 👇 Join the Conversation! Do you have a friend who is struggling with resentment right now—or maybe a friend who is tired of hearing you vent about the same situation? Be sure to share this episode with them! If you found these tools helpful, please hit the like button and subscribe so you never miss a new episode of Soul-u-tions! 🔗 Resources & Links Mentioned: Tool #1 Link: Email me directly at [email protected] and I'll send you the link to the Meta Prayer podcast/workshop.Tool #2 Link: Learn more about the 25-5-3 tool by taking my free masterclass at TaraSimkins.com.Tool #3 Link: Download Byron Katie's "Judge Your Neighbor" worksheet at thework.com.

Ep 82Why We Get Angry (and Why It's Okay)
Join Tara today as she explores anger, why we feel guilty for it, and how we can better process it as a valid and normal emotion. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 81Intentionality with Brennan Simkins
On today's episode of the Soul-u-tions podcast, we have a very special guest. Brennan Simkins returns to us today to talk about an important and interesting class he's taking in his senior year at The College of Charleston. Brennan talks to us about the Intentionality course taught by Ben Navarro, and the insights and daily applications taken from there. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 80Guided Guilt Releasing Meditation Practice
Here is an excellent exercise we use in the Soul Shine Lab. This practice is designed to help you locate the things in your life you should shed. With this new year just gearing up, it's the perfect time to join in this practice. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 79How to Release Guilt, Overwhelm & Unrealistic Expectations in 2026
2026 is here. How will you meet it? Are there habits in your life you want to let go of this new year? Join me this episode as we dive into shedding unwanted patterns going into this new season. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 78The Magic of Investing in Yourself: Join The Soul Shine Lab Today
Welcome back to the Soul-u-tions podcast. In today's episode, we discuss the Soul Shine Labs, and how investing in yourself leads to a more grounded and healthy life. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 77How to Interpret Your Dreams
Welcome back to the Soul-u-tions podcast. In today's episode, we continue our discussion about your dreams, and talk about how to document, analyze, and learn from your dreams. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 76Living the Life of Your Dreams
Welcome back to the Soul-u-tions podcast. In today's episode, we're discussing reclaiming the life of your dreams, especially as a woman in mid-life. You are never too far gone to remember your initial dream. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 75You Can’t Do It All: Reclaim Your Capacity, Courage, and Compassion
You can be infinitely capable and still have a very finite capacity. Today, we’ll practice the courage to disappoint people, the art of saying no, and the compassion of listening to your body. By the end of this episode you’ll have a capacity check-in, a boundary line you can use today, and a journaling prompt that instantly lowers reactivity. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 74When Life Goes Sideways: Move From “I Failed” to “I Chose”
You ever hit that moment where your life just… tilts? Suddenly the plate’s too full, something unexpected lands, and you know you need to step back—then immediately feel like a failure for doing the wise thing. Today, we’re shifting that story. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 73Walking Through Scary Life Moments
Join Tara as she shares about a recent scary moment that happened in her family's life, and how they walked through that trial together and found peace amidst the chaos. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 72Continuing to Parent Your Children Through Young Adulthood
Join Tara as she continues her discussion on authoritative vs. authoritarian parenting, and what that looks like later in your child's life. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 71Being the Parent Your Kids Need You To Be
Join Tara as she reflects on the importance of being the grounded and authoritative parent your children need you to be. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 70Navigating Loss and Being the Sturdy Pilot
Join our host Tara Simkins as she goes through an exercise of self-appreciation. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 69Self-Appreciation & The Invisible Labor Women Carry
Join our host Tara Simkins as she goes through an exercise of self-appreciation. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 68Emotional Leadership and the Power of Boundaries in Family Dynamics
Welcome back to the Soul-u-tions Podcast. Join Tara as she breaks down the tools you can use to become the emotional leader of your family. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 67July Reset, Aligning for the Rest of 2025
Join our host, Tara Simkins, as she takes a July Reset and realigns for the second half of 2025. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 667 Nuggets of Wisdom for Your Life
Join host Tara Simkins as she explores 7 nuggets of wisdom for moving forward in life. These bits of wisdom came about from her Soul Shine Labs, which you can sign up for on Tara's website listed below. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 65Finding a Life of Love with Julie Hilsen
Join Tara in this special episode of the Soul-u-tions Podcast as she talks with her guest Julie Hilsen. Julie is the author of "Life of Love: A Joyful Guide to Self and Sensuality". If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 64Navigating Reentry Turbulence
Join Tara as she discusses the idea of "Reentry Turbulence" in our lives, and the practices she recommends for navigating this. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 63Exploring Mel Robbins' "Let Them Theory"
Join host Tara Simkins as she discusses Mel Robbins' "Let Them Theory" and how we can implement it into our everyday life. If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 62Being an "Inconvenient Woman", the Buddha, Jesus, and May-Hem
Join our host, Tara Simkins, as she discusses this week's topic of flexibility. The talk also touches on this idea of flexibility through the lens of Buddhism, Christianity, and Womanhood. If you found this episode helpful, don't forget to subscribe to the Solutions Podcast for more powerful tools and strategies for personal growth and success. Share this episode with a friend who could benefit from guided visualization and mental rehearsal! If you want to get in touch or learn more about me and my programs, just go to TaraSimkins.com

Ep 61Freeing the Moms with Laura Conley (the Yummy Mummy) - Part 2
Join Tara on the second episode of this special two-part interview with Laura Conley (the Yummy Mummy) as they discuss Laura's "Free the Moms" movement and the Yummy Mummy Experience, a guided weight-loss program that has been changing lives across the nation. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/r-SlKIG_Ifg Laura's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraconleycoaching/?hl=en If you found this episode helpful, don't forget to subscribe to the Solutions Podcast for more powerful tools and strategies for personal growth and success. Share this episode with a friend who could benefit from guided visualization and mental rehearsal!

Ep 60Freeing the Moms with Laura Conley (the Yummy Mummy) - Part 1
Join Tara on the first episode of this special two-part interview with Laura Conley (the Yummy Mummy) as they discuss Laura's "Free the Moms" movement and the Yummy Mummy Experience, a guided weight-loss program that has been changing lives across the nation. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/h39pvugfgd4 Laura's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraconleycoaching/?hl=en If you found this episode helpful, don't forget to subscribe to the Solutions Podcast for more powerful tools and strategies for personal growth and success. Share this episode with a friend who could benefit from guided visualization and mental rehearsal!

Ep 59Harness the Power of Mental Rehearsal for Success Guided Visualization Exercise
bonusWelcome to a special edition of the Soul - u - tions Podcast, where we dive deep into the transformative power of **mental rehearsal** and **guided visualization**. In this episode, you’ll experience a step-by-step process to visualize your future success and manifest your goals with clarity and confidence. Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/MH4gRO8EGAQ ✨ **Call to Action:** If you found this episode helpful, don't forget to **subscribe** to the Solutions Podcast for more powerful tools and strategies for personal growth and success. Share this episode with a friend who could benefit from guided visualization and mental rehearsal!

Ep 58Unlocking Success: Transform Your Mindset and Achieve Your Goals
In this powerful episode of Soul-u-tions, we dive deep into the transformative power of thought and mindset. Hosted by Tara Simkins, this episode explores how shifting your thinking can lead to greater success, personal growth, and fulfillment. Watch the video episode here: https://youtu.be/DdLFZ2S6doc ✨ **Key Highlights:** 1. **The Power of Thought:** We open with an inspiring quote from Albert Einstein on solving problems with a new way of thinking. Learn how changing your mindset can create a new reality and set you up for future success. 2. **Soulshine Labs Annual Retreat:** Discover insights from the recent Soulshine Labs retreat, including a profound exercise that impacted participants. Plus, we introduce the concept of "Gentle January"—a slow, intentional approach to starting the year. 3. **Mindset and Language:** Dive into the profound connection between your self-talk, language, and the life you experience. We also discuss a powerful case study about how changing your mindset can transform challenges into growth. 4. **Mental Rehearsal Technique:** Learn about the mental rehearsal technique, commonly used by athletes like Michael Phelps, and how you can use it to visualize and rehearse your own success. 5. **Community and Support:** The episode wraps up by emphasizing the importance of community in personal growth. Find out how connecting with like-minded individuals can fuel your journey toward success. 🎯 **Key Takeaways:** - **Change Your Thinking:** To create a new future, start with changing your thoughts and language. - **Practice Mindfulness:** Use "Gentle January" and other mindfulness techniques to set clear intentions and reflect on your goals. - **Utilize Mental Rehearsal:** Visualize and mentally rehearse your success to overcome challenges and move closer to your goals. - **Seek Community:** Surround yourself with a supportive community that encourages growth and positivity. 🌟 **Call to Action:** Don’t forget to **subscribe** to Soul-u-tions and **share** this episode with friends who could benefit from a mindset shift! Interested in ongoing support and resources for your personal development journey? Join the **Soulshine Labs community** today for exclusive content, workshops, and connections with others on the same path. 🔗 https://www.tarasimkins.com/

Ep 57The Hardest Thing to Learn
Tara is talking about the hardest lesson you have to learn in life and what that is, will definitely surprise you. You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/LFAzQU9VnXo

Ep 56The Brilliance of Gentle January
Tara walks you through a new way to fulfill your resolutions without making yourself stressed out. You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs

Ep 55Don't Fall Prey To National Quitters Day
The second Friday in January is National Quitters Day. Find out why and how to avoid being a part of it in this week's podcast. You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs

Ep 54The Best Day of the Year
Post Holidays are the best time to evaluate your year. Enrollment for Soul Shine Labs 12/26 - 1/3: https://www.tarasimkins.com/courses/soul-shine-lab Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael Gervais: Dr Joe Dispenza on Using The Power of Your Mind To Heal Dr Joe Dispenza on Using The Power of Your Mind To Heal Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael Gervais Join Dr Joe Dispenza as he shares powerful insights on how rewiring our minds can unlock profound healing and personal transformation. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-mastery-with-dr-michael-gervais/id1025326955?i=1000679982623 You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs

Ep 53Everything Is Going To Be Okay
Life gets tough sometimes, and sometimes you just need to know that everything is going to be okay. You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs

Ep 52You are Good Enough Meditation
bonusTara leads you through a special guided meditation to help you understand you are good enough. You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs

Ep 51It's Okay To Be Mediocre
It's okay to be mediocre to save yourself the unnecessary mental and physical health burdens that come from over-achievement. You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs

Ep 50You're Doing Your New Year Prep Wrong
This week, Tara is giving you the advice you need to get started in the new year as this one is coming to an end. You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/Zk6SIgXX8CM

Ep 49Drop the Dis: Helping Augusta Shine w/ Tara Simkins
bonusThis special episode is a release of the Drop the Dis Podcast. Tara sat down with David and Chris to discuss her journey from lawyer to life coach, as well as build up Augusta. Today: Meet Tara Simkins. Her career started as an influential lawyer in "Big Law" in Atlanta and included a plethora of engaging stories. One day, it turned completely on its head, which resulted in her creating an even more incredible impact on Augusta as well as helping to create millions of dollars in charitable impact (as well as The Soul-u-tions podcast!). Connect with her: • https://www.tarasimkins.com/ (https://www.tarasimkins.com/) • https://pressonfund.org/ (https://pressonfund.org/) • On Instagram: @TaraRiceSimkins & @SoulShineLabs And check out her podcast! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soul-u-tions/id1632280865 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soul-u-tions/id1632280865) Learn More & Keep up: on Instagram @SavannahRiverBrew and at https://www.savannahriverbrew.com/. Presented by House of Tag! Find them at https://www.houseoftag.com Community Partners: TheClubhou.se at the Cyber Center & Augusta Podcasts, LLC. Also Featuring: @AllEqualParts, 2nd City Distilling & Durty Gurl Cocktail Mixers. Music by C. Lark. Find him wherever you listen to music! Beer is Brought to You by Savannah River Brewery (Follow them on Facebook!) SavannahRiverBrew.Com Also Presented By Listeners like You! Https://patreon.com/dropthedis Check out our production company: GetUpProductions.com

Ep 48More Conversation With Elizabeth Elliott
This week, Tara continues her conversation with Elizabeth Elliott. You can work with Elizabeth by going to: https://www.ihiredacoach.com/ You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs

Ep 47A Special Conversation With Elizabeth Elliott
Tara is talking with a dear friend and fellow life coach, Elizabeth Elliott! You can work with Elizabeth by going to: https://www.ihiredacoach.com/ You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs

Ep 46A Peek Into The Soulshine Labs Tent
This week Tara gives you a look into what the Soulshine Labs is for, and how you can join. You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs

Ep 45Leaving Love Notes With Dr. Chavonne Perotte
This week Tara sits down with a very special guest Dr. Chavonne Perotte. Dr. Chavonne is a marriage counselor and in this episode, she gives some fantastic advice on ways to meet in the middle in your marriage. You can listen to Dr. Chavonne's Podcast: Love Marriage, Again with Dr. Chavonne anywhere you listen to podcasts. You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs

Ep 44Guided Meditation (Bonus Episode)
bonusTara leads you through a special guided meditation to help you live your complaint-free life. You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs

Ep 43Living Life Complaint Free
This week Tara issues you a challenge to see how long you can go without complaining. You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs

Ep 42The Metta Prayer (Bonus Episode)
bonusThis special episode is just the Metta Prayer from our most recent episode. Bookmark this episode to have Tara guide you through the Metta Prayer every day. You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs

Ep 41Sharing The Love With The Metta Prayer
In this episode Tara teaches you the Metta Prayer a way to extend loving gratitude top yourself and others. You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs Watch the video version of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/h6J1ywCbGYM

Ep 40Dealing With Grief Like It's Stress
We tend to deal with grief in the same way that we deal with stress, and that can lead to some unhealthy habits. You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs

Ep 39Finding Motivation And Turning The Page
This week Tara is sharing some big news in her life about her charity and discussing how we find and lose out motivation. You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs

Brennan Simkins Has A Business Full of BS
In this episode, we're joined by a special guest - my son, Brennan Simkins! Brennan is a college student and entrepreneur. Brennan shares his story of the creation of "All Natural BS," a natural bug spray made from essential oils and water. He got this business idea during a sleepless summer night, and with the support of family, turned it into a successful venture. You can work with Tara by going to: https://www.tarasimkins.com And follow her on Instagram: @soulshinelabs Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/tYag2vmeaVk