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- 2025
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About Courageous Hearts Podcast
Welcome to Courageous Hearts, where ordinary lives are transformed into extraordinary ones. Join Tim and Jackie, experienced therapists and coaches, as they guide you on a journey of self-discovery, personal growth, and creating a life you love. Get ready to unlock your potential and embrace the courage to change.
- Publisher
- Jackie Devito & Tim Andrews
- Category
- education · health & fitness
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 16 Jan 2025
- Latest episode
- 29 Jul 2026
Latest episodes
18 episodes in the feed.
29 Jul 2026
You Are Not Your Story: How to Rewrite Your Limiting Beliefs
Who are you without the stories you have been telling yourself for decades? In this episode of the Courageous Hearts podcast, Tim and Jackie dive into the powerful, often subconscious narratives that dictate our lives. Whether your internal loop plays the "I am abandoned" track or the "life is not fair" anthem, these limiting beliefs are usually tied to highly emotional childhood memories that we mistake for our absolute identity. Jackie shares a vulnerable memory of a childhood trip to Disney World that planted a deep seated belief in financial scarcity, and how changing her perspective through EMDR helped her finally rewrite that script. She also explores the generational stories passed down to women that falsely glorify self abandonment and suffering. Tim discusses the terrifying reality of stepping out of our comfortable victim stories, reminding us that our deepest fear is often not our inadequacy, but our immeasurable power. In this episode, we explore: How high emotion memories create the defining "index cards" of your life story. The generational trap of glorifying self abandonment and staying small. Jackie's Disney World memory and how zooming out can heal old wounds. Why keeping your daily word to yourself is the true secret to manifestation. The fear of being powerful and why it is so much easier to stay comfortable in a limiting narrative. You have the power to change your story in a millisecond. If you are ready to stop letting the past write your future, this episode will show you how to pick up the pen. Resources Mentioned: Website: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/ Buy the Book (Courageous Connections): https://courageousheartscoaching.com/the-courageous-hearts-book/ Read our Blog: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/emotional-wellness-blog/
20 Jul 2026
True Masculinity Requires Empathy: Balancing Your Inner Energies
Do you find yourself constantly overworking, rescuing, and feeling resentful in your relationship? Or maybe you struggle to set boundaries, ask for what you need, and end up emotionally shut down? In this insightful episode of the Courageous Hearts podcast, Tim and Jackie unpack the complex, often misunderstood dynamics of masculine and feminine energy. Tim and Jackie explore how our childhood environments force us to adopt unbalanced energy roles just to survive. Tim opens up about being raised by women and naturally leading with his feminine, emotional side, requiring him to consciously develop his masculine traits like decisiveness and follow through. Conversely, Jackie shares how growing up without a safe male figure forced her to adopt a hyper masculine, over functioning role. They discuss how these inherited imbalances wreak havoc on adult partnerships, creating deep resentments and toxic power struggles. In this episode, we explore: How growing up without healthy role models disrupts your natural energy balance. Why society's definition of toxic macho behavior completely misses the mark. The true definition of masculinity: a powerful combination of courage and compassion. The ultimate superpower of the divine feminine: discernment and self trust. How to stop pointing fingers at your partner and take responsibility for your own healing. You do not have to choose between being strong and being sensitive. Tune in to learn how to balance your internal energies, create authentic safety, and step into the truest version of yourself. Resources Mentioned: Website: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/ (https://courageousheartscoaching.com/) Buy the Book (Courageous Connections): https://courageousheartscoaching.com/the-courageous-hearts-book/ (https://courageousheartscoaching.com/the-courageous-hearts-book/) Read our Blog: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/emotional-wellness-blog/ (https://courageousheartscoaching.com/emotional-wellness-blog/)
14 Jul 2026
What Got You Here Will Not Get You There: Navigating the Fear of Change
Why does the idea of change completely paralyze some people while exciting others? In this episode of the Courageous Hearts podcast, Tim and Jackie explore the terrifying, exciting, and absolutely necessary nature of change. They break down how our early childhood imprints create the very lens through which we view life transitions today. Tim opens up about his struggle with sudden childhood changes, like his parents' divorce, which taught him to subconsciously equate change with pain and loss. On the other hand, Jackie shares how growing up in a volatile environment made her view change as a potential escape, though she still battles the intense "anticipatory anxiety" leading up to big decisions. Together, they discuss the human tendency to adapt to dysfunctional environments just to avoid the discomfort of doing something different. In this episode, we explore: How your early core memories dictate your adult reaction to change. The difference between fearing the actual transition and the anxiety leading up to the decision. Why humans have an incredible, and sometimes detrimental, ability to adapt to broken environments. The profound realization that the survival tactics that got you to your current stage in life will not get you to the next one. How resisting change on your spiritual path directly blocks you from fulfilling your life's purpose. If you are currently talking yourself out of a necessary life transition or sitting in the discomfort of a major shift, this conversation will help you embrace the evolution. Resources Mentioned: Website: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/ (https://courageousheartscoaching.com/) Buy the Book (Courageous Connections): https://courageousheartscoaching.com/the-courageous-hearts-book/ (https://courageousheartscoaching.com/the-courageous-hearts-book/) Read our Blog: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/emotional-wellness-blog/ (https://courageousheartscoaching.com/emotional-wellness-blog/)
23 Jun 2026
The Hidden Cost of Keeping the Peace: Escaping the People Pleasing Trap
Are you exhausted from constantly trying to keep everyone else happy? In this episode of the Courageous Hearts podcast, Tim and Jackie unpack the heavy toll of childhood survival tactics. While behaviors like people pleasing and emotional shutdown may have kept us safe when we were young, they often sabotage our adult relationships and leave us feeling burnt out, resentful, and completely disconnected from who we truly are. Tim opens up about his journey as a childhood "peacekeeper" and how that evolved into a sophisticated adult habit of living other people's lives to avoid conflict. Jackie shares her experience of walking on eggshells as a child and using her outgoing personality to "outsource her safety," which ultimately led to a massive identity crisis. Together, they reveal how the drive to keep the peace externally often costs us our own inner peace. In this episode, we explore: Why people pleasing is actually a form of manipulation masked as kindness. The heavy burden of the "surrogate spouse" dynamic, where children are forced to carry their parents' emotional weight. How failing to hold boundaries creates a vicious, exhausting cycle of anger and overwhelm. The hidden costs of emotional shutdown and retreating into a "bubble of protection." The ultimate antidote: how to create authentic safety for yourself so you can step out of protection and into true connection. If you are ready to stop saying yes when you mean no and finally start living your own life, this conversation is exactly what you need. Resources Mentioned: Website: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/ Buy the Book (Courageous Connections): https://courageousheartscoaching.com/the-courageous-hearts-book/ Read our Blog: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/emotional-wellness-blog/
16 Jun 2026
The Lioness Mentality: Reclaiming Your Power and Escaping the Gilded Cage
Does your life look like a perfect ten on the outside but feel like a cage on the inside? In this candid episode of the Courageous Hearts podcast, Tim and Jackie dive into the controversial and deeply relatable topic of the "gilded cage." Many of us, particularly women, are conditioned to trade our authentic power for the illusion of safety, locking ourselves into relationships and lifestyles that look beautiful to outsiders but feel incredibly lonely behind closed doors. Jackie shares her personal experiences with cultural expectations that equate being a "good woman" with silently enduring pain and sacrificing personal ambition. Together, Tim and Jackie discuss how this societal conditioning waters down our natural power, trapping us in a state of "learned helplessness." Drawing inspiration from the animal kingdom, they remind us that the divine feminine is not about playing small, it is about leading, protecting, and standing boldly in your high value truth. In this episode, we explore: The true cost of the "gilded cage" and why a comfortable trap is still a trap. How the psychology of learned helplessness keeps us stuck in situations we actually have the power to change. Why society teaches women to shrink themselves, and the physical toll of repressing that energy. The "Lioness Mentality" and the undeniable power of women supporting other women. Jackie's powerful story of choosing her education over traditional expectations and redefining what it means to be a good mother. If you are tired of playing small to make others comfortable, this episode will inspire you to break the locks, stop settling, and reclaim your time. Resources Mentioned: Website: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/ Buy the Book (Courageous Connections): https://courageousheartscoaching.com/the-courageous-hearts-book/ Read our Blog: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/emotional-wellness-blog/
9 Jun 2026
The Gilded Cage: Why Women Settle for the Illusion of Safety
Are you trading your true power for the illusion of safety? In this passionate and empowering episode of the Courageous Hearts podcast, Tim and Jackie tackle a deeply ingrained societal issue: the "gilded cage" that keeps so many women feeling stuck. From the outside, a lifestyle might look like a perfect ten, but on the inside, it can often feel lonely, scary, and confining. Jackie opens up about the cultural conditioning that teaches women to play small, push down their emotions, and wear suffering as a badge of honor just to be considered a "good woman." Drawing on powerful metaphors from the animal kingdom and the psychology of learned helplessness, Tim and Jackie discuss how we unknowingly lock ourselves into situations that drain our potential, and what it actually takes to break free. In this episode, we explore: The reality of the "gilded cage" and why a comfortable trap is still a trap. Lessons from the wild: the true, fierce power of the lioness and the importance of female community. How "learned helplessness" keeps us locked in toxic patterns and leads to self sabotage. Jackie's personal journey of overcoming guilt and judgment to pursue her education and independence. Why choosing to be a high value woman means refusing to settle for less than you deserve. If you are ready to break free from societal expectations, stop enduring familiar pain, and step into your authentic, powerful self, this conversation is your wake up call. Resources Mentioned: Website: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/ Buy the Book (Courageous Connections): https://courageousheartscoaching.com/the-courageous-hearts-book/ Read our Blog: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/emotional-wellness-blog/
3 Jun 2026
The Courage to Heal: Why Outgrowing Your Old Life is Terrifying but Necessary
Does the thought of stepping into your true, authentic self feel absolutely terrifying? You are not alone. In this episode of the Courageous Hearts podcast, Tim and Jackie share the deep meaning behind their company's name. Healing requires a massive amount of courage because it often means letting go of the very coping mechanisms and relationships that kept you safe in childhood. Tim and Jackie have a candid conversation about the reality of outgrowing your old life. Jackie shares a vulnerable look at how becoming a mother stripped away her superficial coping mechanisms, and she explains the lonely but beautiful reality of reaching "rarefied air" when you commit to self development. Tim talks about the agonizing fear of leaving a comfortable but painful situation, and the profound realization that the greatest gift you can give yourself is simply being exactly who you are meant to be. In this episode, we explore: Why your nervous system prefers to endure familiar pain rather than step into unknown freedom. How self abandonment and a lack of boundaries disguise themselves as everyday "overwhelm." The isolating reality of outgrowing your old community, and the vulnerability it takes to make new, aligned friends as an adult. Why nobody is coming to rescue you, and why that is actually the most empowering truth you can accept. The ultimate lesson: trust yourself when you know you deserve more. If you are ready to stop playing small and start doing the work, this conversation will give you the push you need. Remember, you do not have to do it alone! Resources Mentioned: Website: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/ Buy the Book (Courageous Connections): https://courageousheartscoaching.com/the-courageous-hearts-book/ Read our Blog: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/emotional-wellness-blog/
26 May 2026
The Four Pillars of Intimacy: Why Your Partner Cannot Complete You
Are you waiting for a soulmate to complete you? It is time to drop the fairy tale. In this episode of the Courageous Hearts podcast, Tim and Jackie break down the core foundation of a thriving relationship: the Four Pillars of Intimacy. Using the metaphor of a four legged table, Tim and Jackie explain how neglecting even one of these pillars (Emotional, Mental, Spiritual, or Physical) creates a wobbly foundation. When needs go unmet, it creates "leaks" that cause us to seek fulfillment outside the partnership. But here is the ultimate truth: your partner is there to complement you, not complete you. True intimacy starts with exploring these four pillars for yourself first, allowing you to bring a whole, healthy version of yourself to the table. In this episode, we explore: How to define and practice Spiritual, Emotional, Mental, and Physical intimacy. Why putting your phone away and offering presence is the ultimate act of emotional safety. How learning something new together actually alters your brain chemistry and bonds you. The reason why physical intimacy is about daily, intentional touch rather than just sex. Why infusing playfulness and goofiness into your dynamic is absolute food for the soul. Stop outsourcing your happiness and start building a well rounded relationship that feels deep, connected, and wonderfully "light and easy." Resources Mentioned: Website: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/ Buy the Book (Courageous Connections): https://courageousheartscoaching.com/the-courageous-hearts-book/ Read our Blog: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/emotional-wellness-blog/
19 May 2026
The Victim Triangle: Why You Feel Stuck and How to Break Free
Here are a few options for the title and description of this episode. I have kept the formatting clean, avoided all em hyphens, and included your required links at the bottom. Title Options Option 1: The Victim Triangle: Why You Feel Stuck and How to Break Free Option 2: Are You a Ninja Victim? Escaping the Cycle of Drama and Blame Option 3: Swimming in "Victim Water": How Radical Responsibility Creates True Freedom Podcast Description Do you ever catch yourself feeling constantly helpless, resentful, or exhausted from trying to "save" everyone around you? In this highly relatable episode of the Courageous Hearts podcast, Tim and Jackie dive into a concept they use daily in their own lives and coaching practice: the Victim Triangle (also known as the Karpman Drama Triangle). Tim and Jackie explain how we all unknowingly swim in "victim water." Whether it is a messed up Starbucks order, a frustrating car sale, or just feeling left out of a conversation, it is incredibly easy to get sucked into the cycle of playing the Persecutor, the Rescuer, or the Victim. Through humorous and candid personal stories, they reveal how these roles offer a false sense of power and keep us trapped in dysfunction. In this episode, we explore: How to identify which entry point (Victim, Rescuer, or Persecutor) you use the most in conflicts. Why doing favors with "strings attached" inevitably pulls you right back into a victim mentality. The golden rule: if you do not feel powerful and free, you are on the triangle. How to transform these toxic roles into empowering ones, shifting from a Rescuer to a Supporter or a Persecutor to a Coach. The ultimate escape route: why taking responsibility is never about shame, but entirely about freedom. If you are ready to stop spinning in circles, take your power back, and create the exact life and relationships you want, this conversation is for you. Resources Mentioned: Website: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/ Buy the Book (Courageous Connections): https://courageousheartscoaching.com/the-courageous-hearts-book/ Read our Blog: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/emotional-wellness-blog/
12 May 2026
The Dark Night of the Soul: What to Do When Life Looks Perfect But Feels Broken
Have you ever looked at your life, realized you checked all the "right" boxes, and still felt completely stuck and unfulfilled? In this episode of the Courageous Hearts podcast, Tim and Jackie tackle the "Dark Night of the Soul." They explore the painful reality of high-functioning individuals who have built seemingly perfect lives on the outside, only to feel quietly miserable and disconnected on the inside. Through candid stories of their own existential crises, Tim and Jackie discuss the dangers of self-abandonment, people-pleasing, and settling for safety over true fulfillment. Jackie also drops a major truth bomb about how our inner child often creates "monsters" out of everyday people and situations just to justify a victim mentality and demand "justice." In this episode, we explore: Why your nervous system will often choose familiar pain over the scary unknown. How losing yourself in your roles (as a parent, spouse, or employee) leads directly to resentment and depression. The illusion of anger as power, and why true justice is actually just living a happy, authentic life. The cliff metaphor: why your soul will make your current situation unbearable until you finally take a leap of faith. The life-changing power of developing your own hobbies, finding your identity, and finally choosing yourself. If you are standing on the edge of a major life change and feel terrified of the jump, this episode will give you the courage to take the leap. Resources Mentioned: Website: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/ Buy the Book (Courageous Connections): https://courageousheartscoaching.com/the-courageous-hearts-book/ Read our Blog: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/emotional-wellness-blog/
5 May 2026
Jumping Off the Cliff: How to Break Free When You Feel Completely Stuck
Have you ever looked at your life, realized you checked all the "right" boxes, and still felt completely stuck and unfulfilled? In this episode of the Courageous Hearts podcast, Tim and Jackie tackle the "Dark Night of the Soul." They explore the painful reality of high-functioning individuals who have built seemingly perfect lives on the outside, only to feel quietly miserable and disconnected on the inside. Through candid stories of their own existential crises, Tim and Jackie discuss the dangers of self-abandonment, people-pleasing, and settling for safety over true fulfillment. Jackie also drops a major truth bomb about how our inner child often creates "monsters" out of everyday people and situations just to justify a victim mentality and demand "justice." In this episode, we explore: Why your nervous system will often choose familiar pain over the scary unknown. How losing yourself in your roles (as a parent, spouse, or employee) leads directly to resentment and depression. The illusion of anger as power, and why true justice is actually just living a happy, authentic life. The cliff metaphor: why your soul will make your current situation unbearable until you finally take a leap of faith. The life-changing power of developing your own hobbies, finding your identity, and finally choosing yourself. If you are standing on the edge of a major life change and feel terrified of the jump, this episode will give you the courage to take the leap. Resources Mentioned: Website: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/ Buy the Book (Courageous Connections): https://courageousheartscoaching.com/the-courageous-hearts-book/ Read our Blog: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/emotional-wellness-blog/
28 Apr 2026
Beyond the Referee: What Actually Happens in Couples Therapy
Do you think couples therapy is just about presenting your case and waiting for the therapist to declare a winner? Think again. In this episode of the Courageous Hearts podcast, Tim and Jackie reveal what really goes on behind the doors of couples therapy and why it should be treated as preventative care rather than a last resort for a relationship in crisis. Tim and Jackie pull back the curtain on their unique approach to coaching: having both a male and female therapist in the room. This powerful dynamic prevents clients from hiding behind subconscious gender biases or childhood wounds. With an extra pair of eyes always watching, they can catch passive aggressive behaviors and relationship dynamics playing out in real time. The conversation also shifts inward as Jackie shares a vulnerable, personal realization about hiding her feminine power and defaulting to masculine energy whenever she feels unsafe. In this episode, we explore: Why the "WWF SmackDown" mentality of therapy keeps couples stuck and pointing fingers. The massive advantage of having both masculine and feminine energy present in a therapy session. How to define true masculine energy (creating safety and leading) and feminine energy (receiving and multiplying). Why settling for "just enough" in a relationship is a trap, and how to stop operating from a place of fear. The ultimate truth: if you do not heal your own patterns, you will just recreate the exact same dynamic with a new partner. Stop blaming your partner, take your power back, and start building a foundation for an extraordinary relationship today. It takes courage, faith, and commitment, but you are worth the work! Resources Mentioned: Website: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/ Buy the Book (Courageous Connections): https://courageousheartscoaching.com/the-courageous-hearts-book/ Read our Blog: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/emotional-wellness-blog/
23 Apr 2026
Why You Keep Choosing the "Wrong" Partner (And How to Break the Cycle)
Are you tired of feeling like your relationships are stuck on rinse and repeat? In this episode of the Courageous Hearts podcast, Tim and Jackie reveal a hard truth: you aren't choosing the "wrong" partner, you are actually recreating your childhood. Join us as we dive deep into how subconscious belief systems, formed when our brains were still developing, act as hidden filters for how we experience love, connection, and even betrayal. From the moment our "belief systems hit the door," our nervous systems subconsciously seek out what is familiar over what is healthy, often attracting partners who validate old wounds like “I’m not lovable” or “I’m not good enough.” Tim and Jackie share vulnerable personal stories about how these dynamics not only sabotage our romantic partnerships but also quietly seep into our parenting. In this episode, we explore: Why what we confuse for "chemistry" is often just the familiarity of a childhood pattern. How we subconsciously manipulate situations to make our partners prove our worst fears right. The profound realization that our reactions as parents are often tied directly to our own unhealed inner child. The antidote to the cycle: awareness, boundary setting, and the empowering act of choosing yourself. If you are ready to stop living in your old belief systems and start doing the work to create extraordinary connections, this conversation is your starting line. Resources Mentioned: Website: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/ Buy the Book (Courageous Connections): https://courageousheartscoaching.com/the-courageous-hearts-book/ Read our Blog: https://courageousheartscoaching.com/emotional-wellness-blog/
20 Jul 2025
RADICAL RESPONSIBILITY
In this episode, Jackie DeVito, LCSW, and Tim Andrews, LCSW, unpack the empowering concept of radical responsibility. What does it really mean to take full ownership of your life -- your actions, your emotions, and even your reactions? Together, they explore how shifting from blame to accountability can unlock deeper healing, clarity, and personal power. This isn’t about self-blame, it’s about self-leadership. If you're ready to stop outsourcing your peace and start reclaiming your agency, ...
20 Jul 2025
SELF SABOTAGE
In this episode, Jackie DeVito, LCSW, and Tim Andrews, LCSW, dive into the sneaky and destructive patterns of self-sabotage. Why do we get in our own way, especially when we’re on the brink of growth, love, or success? Together, they unpack the psychological roots of self-sabotage, from fear of failure (or success) to unhealed shame, and discuss how bringing awareness to these patterns is the first step toward freedom. This isn’t about judgment. It’s about curiosity, compassion, and change....
4 Jul 2025
LOVE vs. FEAR
In this thought-provoking episode, Jackie DeVito, LCSW and Tim Andrews, LCSW dive into the powerful contrast between love-based and fear-based actions. How do these mindsets shape our choices, relationships, and personal growth? Together, they explore how to recognize when fear is running the show and how to consciously choose love instead. Whether you're navigating a big decision, healing from the past, or simply curious about the deeper layers of human behavior, this episode offers grounde...
17 Feb 2025
The Hard Truth: If You Don’t Choose Yourself, No One Else Will
Are you constantly putting others first, only to feel drained, stuck, or unfulfilled? In this episode of Courageous Hearts Podcast, therapists Jackie DeVito and Tim Andrews break down why choosing yourself is NOT selfish—it’s essential.
16 Jan 2025
The Courage to Change: 2024 Reflections and a 2025 Vision
Feeling stuck, even when things look good on the outside? Join therapists Tim and Jackie as they explore the courage to change, ditch the old checklist, and create a life of true fulfillment. They share personal insights from 2024 and practical tools for a more connected and meaningful 2025.
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