In this candid and deeply personal episode, Karena is joined by her husband of 25 years, Charles, for a conversation about how the inner child shapes marriage. During a difficult season in their relationship, they turned to Imago Relationship Therapy, the couples therapy approach behind Harville Hendrix’s Getting the Love You Want, and began learning how to see the wounded child within each other rather than just reacting to the surface conflict.

From grief and fear to everyday misunderstandings, they reflect on how criticism often masks unmet needs and why emotional safety matters more than being right. This episode is an invitation to listen differently, respond with greater awareness, and begin relating to the inner child beneath the reactions in the relationships that matter most.

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Karena welcomes back her friend and co-author of Essential Kundalini Yoga, Dharm Khalsa, for a thoughtful conversation about staying centered in an increasingly chaotic world. Drawing from their shared history and years of spiritual practice, they reflect on why grounding matters more than ever and how simple, embodied tools can help us steady the nervous system and reconnect with inner wisdom.

Together, they explore lessons from teaching and living Kundalini Yoga, along with honest reflections on discernment, humility, and self-trust on the spiritual path. The conversation also touches on how fear, media noise, and external pressure can pull us out of alignment, and what becomes possible when we return to presence.

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In Part 2, Karena and Christian continue their conversation with author Joshua Medcalf as they explore themes of legacy, perseverance, and intentional living. The discussion reflects on what it means to stay committed to a path that isn’t always visible or immediately rewarded.

Joshua shares perspective on mentorship, initiative, and the value of showing up with humility and consistency. Together, they touch on the quiet work behind influence, the role of discipline and responsibility, and why meaningful growth often happens away from the spotlight.

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