Join Karen Gardinier on "Courage to Change with Karen," a podcast offering daily insights for individuals seeking to enhance their relationships and overall well-being. This podcast is an invaluable resource for codependents, enablers, and anyone feeling overwhelmed by such dynamics, guiding listeners through the transformative principles of Alanon and Naranon programs. Dive into a journey of self-improvement and empowerment with Karen's vast experience steering you towards a more balanced life.
Feeling stuck, unmotivated, or overwhelmed? You’re not alone. In this episode of Courage to Change, I share the powerful principle: “Take the body and the mind will follow.”
When your mind isn’t ready, your body can lead. By showing up physically — even when you don’t feel like it — you create momentum that shifts your mindset and helps you break through resistance. Whether it’s walking into a recovery meeting, making your bed, or simply getting outside, small physical actions can spark big emotional and mental change.
💡 What you’ll learn in this video:
• Why taking action works even without motivation
• How to use physical movement to change your thoughts and mood
• Simple, low-pressure steps to get moving when you feel stuck
• How this principle applies in recovery, healing, and personal growth
If you’ve been waiting to feel ready before taking the next step — this is your sign to start now. Your body can lead your mind into a better place.
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19 Mar 2025
Episode 41: Courage to Change with Karen
Episode 41: A Compulsion to Help
Join us in Episode 41 of "Courage to Change with Karen," where Karen delves into the compulsion of help. Why giving unsolicited advice, setting up unrealistic expectations and always thinking your right is a set up for unhappiness, frustration and resentment.
Reflecting on the March 19th reading, Karen discusses the “compulsion” of knowing what’s best… for EVERYONE.
The reading emphasizes the many benefits of minding your own business, staying in your own Hoola Hoop and admitting you “just don’t know”
I warmly invite you to visit her website, a treasure trove of support and resources just for you. There, you’ll find free gifts, a wealth of supportive information, and the opportunity to sign up for her inspiring emails. Connect with all the exciting new material designed to nurture and guide you on your healing journey.
Explore Karen’s insights and transform the way you experience your path. #CourageToChange
Website link: Connect with me here!
18 Mar 2025
Episode 40: Courage to Change with Karen
Episode 40: Turning your Mess, into your Message!
Join us in Episode 40 of "Courage to Change with Karen," where Karen delves into the powerful of Alanon’s Eighth Tradition. By remaining unprofessional it allows us all to participate, empowering everyone to use their own experience, strength & hope to help others.
Reflecting on the March 18th reading, Karen discusses the importance of helping each other. Our own experiences of success and failures become a roadmap of recovery for others who are still desperately looking for support.
The reading emphasizes the many benefits of the Eighth Tradition provides the group, the individual and the newcomer.
I warmly invite you to visit her website, a treasure trove of support and resources just for you. There, you’ll find free gifts, a wealth of supportive information, and the opportunity to sign up for her inspiring emails. Connect with all the exciting new material designed to nurture and guide you on your healing journey.
Explore Karen’s insights and transform the way you experience your path. #CourageToChange
Website link: Connect with me here!
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