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Critical Conversations

Welcome to a podcast that challenges social norms and pushes boundaries in personal development and coaching. We dive deep into Critical Conversations, exploring topics that make us uncomfortable—but that’s where real growth happens. Through raw interviews and insights, we’ll break down societal expectations and explore new ways of thinking, living, and evolving. If you"re ready to expand your mindset and challenge what you think you know, this space is for you.

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00:45:45

Raising Emotionally Intelligent Humans Starts with Us

Critical Conversations ·

2025/10/30

This might just be one of the most important conversations I’ve had all year.In this episode, we dive deep into emotional intelligence — what it really means, why it matters, and how our willingness to be vulnerable can reshape the way future generations experience emotion.I share some of my favorite tools and a new mantra we’re using in our home to help build emotional awareness and connection.Because when we start learning to hold space for all of our emotions — the messy, the raw, and the real —

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00:34:11

The Weight of the Word “Victim”

Critical Conversations ·

2025/10/23

In this episode of Critical Conversations, Karissa dives into a word that carries deep emotional weight: victim. She shares her personal experience of how being labeled with that word early in her divorce was one of the most painful and damaging moments—and why it’s so important to be mindful of how we use it.Karissa explores the two very different types of victims that exist and offers a compassionate reminder that language has power. This episode invites us to look deeper, to listen more

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00:30:47

Wake the F*ck Up: Confidence Comes First

Critical Conversations ·

2025/10/09

This might be one of the most powerful episodes I’ve ever recorded. I went all in — talking about my divorce, the importance of confidence, and why change is necessary (even when it’s hard as hell).This one’s for anyone standing on the edge of a shift — ready or not. Because confidence is the foundation. Without it, we stay stuck. With it, we rise.The message? Pay attention. To yourself. To others. To the moments that are calling you forward.It’s time to do better. It’s time to take back your

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00:33:27

Healed People, Healing People

Critical Conversations ·

2025/10/03

In this episode of Critical Conversations, I share a real-time moment where I had the choice to react—or to pause. A stranger’s unhealed projection could have pulled me into chaos, but instead, I chose to anchor in my healing.This raw and unfiltered chat is about the power of showing up for ourselves, so we don’t pass unhealed wounds onto others. Imagine a world where healed people are walking around, leading with compassion instead of projection. That’s the world we can help create—one pause, one

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00:37:53

Do We Ever Truly Deserve? Co-Creating the Life You’re...

Critical Conversations ·

2025/09/25

Today I’m diving deep into a word that has been sitting heavy with me lately: deserve.In this raw and unfiltered conversation, I share a personal moment where I questioned what it really means to deserve—and how powerful we actually are as co-creators of our own lives.If you’ve ever found yourself wondering why you’re not living the life you know you’re worthy of, this episode is for you. You’ll walk away with perspective shifts, practical tips, and a reminder of just how much is possible when you

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00:41:40

From Survival to Steady: Nervous System Tools for...

Critical Conversations ·

2025/08/21

In this episode, I continue peeling back the layers of my own story—because my mess is my message. I share what it’s been like to move beyond survival mode and into a steadier, more grounded way of living. Along the way, I offer simple, practical tools to help you regulate your nervous system when you find yourself in conflict. These are the exact practices that have supported me, and I hope they offer you a little more calm, clarity, and strength too.

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00:27:15

The Magic of Retreats & the Power of Integration

Critical Conversations ·

2025/08/14

In this episode, Karissa recaps the soul-shifting magic of her recent Nicaragua retreat—from horseback rides and farm-to-table meals to quiet revelations and big releases under the stars.But this conversation goes deeper than the beauty of retreat life. It’s about what happens after. When the bags are unpacked and the normal world returns.✨ Why we need sacred space away from it all✨ How clarity is born in stillness, but transformation lives in action✨ What’s coming in 2026 (👀) and how to get on the

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00:46:31

Life Lately — Divorce, Business & Living in the...

Critical Conversations ·

2025/08/07

In this episode, Karissa pulls back the curtain on the last 7 months—the unraveling, the realignment, and what it actually looks like to navigate divorce while running a heart-led business.No sugarcoating. No fixing. Just truth.✨ The truth about being in the in-between✨ Why it’s not “good” or “bad”… it just is✨ Choosing the frequency of love (even when it's hard)✨ Real talk for anyone walking through chaos, change, or becomingIf you’re craving a life update, or just need to know you’re not alone

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00:37:19

Karissa with Kristal Desantis

Critical Conversations ·

2025/05/17

In this episode, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Kristal DeSantis—licensed marriage and family therapist, and author of the powerful book STRONG. Kristal’s work focuses on supporting men in their healing and growth journeys, and this conversation was truly epic. We dove into themes of emotional resilience, connection, and what it really means to be strong. I left feeling deeply inspired, and I can’t wait to dive into her book and put this work into practice.Connect with Kristal:📖⁠

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00:42:58

Karissa with Barbara Pike Gonzales

Critical Conversations ·

2025/05/10

Barbara Pike Gonzales is a personal branding, communications and PR expert known for her collaborative approach to strategic, innovative communications. Leveraging her 20+ year career in corporate marketing, Barbara founded BPG Communications, a boutique personal branding agency that specializes in empowering women to know, show and grow their worth.Barbara’s unique blend of creativity, strategic acumen, and business intuition has made her a go-to resource for female founders and leaders seeking

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00:39:37

Karissa on Becoming in the Dark

Critical Conversations ·

2025/05/01

In this raw and soul-baring episode, I open up about the messy, sacred journey of change—and what it feels like to be deeply misunderstood in the process. 2025 has brought me to my knees, into moments where I’ve had no idea what to do next… but I’ve kept showing up anyway.I share what it’s been like to navigate judgment, grief, and the unraveling of an old life, while slowly, tenderly stepping into a new one. This isn’t just a new chapter—it’s a whole new book. A new me.If you’re in a dark moment,

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00:38:26

Karissa with Gina Enconomopoulos

Critical Conversations ·

2025/04/24

Gina's life story makes her a captivating and inspiring speaker for all audiences. Through raw vulnerability, she shares how she overcame immense adversity—enduring multiple surgeries from childhood, devastating loss, a crisis of faith leading her to join and later leave the convent, the grips of alcoholism, and the struggles of tumultuous relationships. Yet, Gina's unwavering resilience, strengthened by her profound spirituality, enabled her to reclaim her life's purpose. Gina's

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00:26:38

Karissa on Let’s Talk Triggers

Critical Conversations ·

2025/04/17

Let’s talk triggers — not as something to avoid, but as powerful portals into deeper self-awareness. In this episode, I dive into how our triggers are actually beautiful invitations to take accountability, explore our inner landscape, and shift the way we respond to the world around us. This is where real change begins.

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00:28:16

Karissa on Accountability & Duality: Holding the...

Critical Conversations ·

2025/04/10

In this episode, I dive into what it really means to take responsibility for our lives without falling into shame or self-blame. We explore the space where personal ownership and compassion coexist—and how duality plays a powerful role in our growth.You can be doing your best and still have room to grow. You can hold yourself accountable and extend grace to the version of you who didn’t know better.Let’s talk about how to stand in both. Tune in wherever you listen to podcasts.Welcome to the

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00:39:38

Karissa with Mary Sanders Pt. 2

Critical Conversations ·

2025/04/03

With a wealth of experience as a self-employed Medical Intuitive and Chiropractor, Dr. Mary is deeply committed to guiding individuals on their journey of personal transformation. She focuses on helping people cultivate thriving health, happiness, and purpose through the powerful tools of energy medicine, spiritual embodiment, and meditation.Dr. Mary hosts the internationally acclaimed podcast Energy Medicine, which discusses everything related to aligning the mind, body, and spirit.Dr. Mary earned

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00:39:36

Karissa with Mary Sanders Pt. 1

Critical Conversations ·

2025/03/27

With a wealth of experience as a self-employed Medical Intuitive and Chiropractor, Dr. Mary is deeply committed to guiding individuals on their journey of personal transformation. She focuses on helping people cultivate thriving health, happiness, and purpose through the powerful tools of energy medicine, spiritual embodiment, and meditation.Dr. Mary hosts the internationally acclaimed podcast Energy Medicine, which discusses everything related to aligning the mind, body, and spirit.Dr. Mary earned

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00:36:13

Karissa with Brie Sodano

Critical Conversations ·

2025/03/20

Brie Sodano is a nationally recognized Personal Finance Expert, founder of Cash Confident™, and author of Cash Confident: Practical Money Management For The Modern Women.Brie teaches women how to build wealth and financial freedom. This inspires full life sovereignty and abundance. Her methods are holistic and fantastically effective because they address the root cause of common money problems.Welcome to the conversation.Karissa DeanYou can learn more by visiting her website:

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00:28:16

Karissa on Drugs, Sex, and Alcohol: Are They Helping...

Critical Conversations ·

2025/03/13

This one’s a spicy deep dive into the big three: drugs, sex, and alcohol.I unpack how these elements can influence our lives—whether they’re helping us grow or quietly holding us back. It’s not just about judgment; it’s about awareness, choices, and the impact these factors have on our personal and professional alignment.If you’re curious about redefining your relationship with these topics or just want to explore a fresh perspective, this episode is for you.

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00:30:25

Karissa on Desire and Presence: Finding Peace in What Is

Critical Conversations ·

2025/03/06

Can we want something more for our lives while still being fully present with what is? Absolutely—and it’s a game-changer.In this episode, I explore the balance between desire and presence, and why learning to be okay with what is can unlock a deeper sense of peace and fulfillment. When we stop fighting the present and start embracing it, everything begins to shift.If you’re ready to feel better by finding peace in the now, this one’s for you.

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00:36:00

Karissa with Carrie Lingenfelter

Critical Conversations ·

2025/02/27

Carrie Lingenfelter is a former elementary educator, early childhood interventionist, speech therapist, and mother of two. She is passionate about living life fully, raising her children to be the best versions of themselves, and connecting to other parents going through this season of life. She mentors parents in how to connect with their children, how to raise conscious kids, parent from their hearts, and better support their gifted, spirited, and highly sensitive children.Welcome to the

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