Welcome to Hearts Wine from Hearts Distractions, the podcast where we dive deep into the messiness, beauty, and complexities of relationships—from the excitement of new dating to the challenges of long-term commitments and marriage. I’m your host Allisha Minor-Gaines, and this is the place for real, raw, and often controversial conversations about love, connection, and everything in between. In this space, we’ll explore the ups and downs of relationships, the distractions that pull us away from each other, and how the tears—our “wine”—are often the product of those emotional twists and turns.
Hearts Wine from Hearts Distractions
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Welcome to Hearts Wine from Hearts Distractions, the podcast where we dive deep into the messiness, beauty, and complexities of relationships—from the excitement of new dating to the challenges of long-term commitments and marriage. I’m your host Allisha Minor-Gaines, and this is the place for real, raw, and often controversial conversations about love, connection, and everything in between. In this space, we’ll explore the ups and downs of relationships, the distractions that pull us away from each other, and how the tears—our “wine”—are often the product of those emotional twists and turns.
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Recent Episodes
July 3, 2026
S2EP20: "We Didn't Fall Out of Love… We Fell Into Patterns"
<p>On this episode of Hearts Wine from Hearts Distractions, we’re getting into the conversations most couples avoid… until it’s too late.</p><p>What happens when love starts to shift—but the finances, the kids, and the shared life are still deeply intertwined? Are we fighting to stay together… or just avoiding the reality of what’s already broken?</p><p>Joining us is Joe Dillon, a nationally recognized mediator who has helped hundreds of couples navigate divorce with dignity, clarity, and—believe it or not—peace. From emotional decision-making to financial misunderstandings, Joe breaks down how couples can handle conflict in a way that protects not just their hearts, but their futures.</p><p>This episode isn’t just about divorce—it’s about <strong>communication, accountability, emotional intelligence, and making decisions before resentment makes them for you.</strong></p><p>We’re unpacking:</p><ul><li>Why couples wait too long to have hard conversations</li><li>The emotional vs. financial disconnect in relationships</li><li>How to argue smarter—not louder</li><li>What “healthy separation” actually looks like</li><li>And whether one conversation could save (or respectfully end) your relationship</li></ul><p>Whether you’re fighting to stay together, questioning everything, or just trying to communicate better—this episode will challenge how you think about love, conflict, and closure.</p><p>💔 Because sometimes the goal isn’t staying together… it’s leaving without destroying everything.</p><p>Don't forget to: </p><ul><li><p>Subscribe to our YouTube Channel at <a href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGePx7RjOmTJyn07rxItLDReNhnE0WuH&si=0lja3JmSrxkXh5tm" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>Hearts Wine from Hearts Distractions on YouTube</u></a> for exclusive episodes and content!: </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Visit our website at <a href="http://www.allishazdistractions.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>www.AllishazDistractions.com</u></a> for more resources and updates. </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Follow us on social media: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/AllishazDistractions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>Instagram</u></a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@allishazdistractions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>TikTok</u></a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AllishazDistractions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>Facebook</u></a>. </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Check out my poetry book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Distractions-Heart-Allisha-Marie/dp/1546249648" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u></u>"Distractions of the Heart" on Amazon</a>. You can find my poetry book at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Distractions-Heart-Allisha-Marie/dp/1546249664" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>Distractions-Heart-Allisha-Marie - on Amazon</u></a></p></li></ul>
June 19, 2026
S2EP19: "When Love Drains You: The Hidden Burnout in Modern Relationships"
<p>Love is supposed to feel safe, fulfilling, and connected… so why do so many people feel emotionally exhausted inside their relationships?</p><p>In this powerful and deeply relatable episode of Hearts Wine from Hearts Distractions, we’re unpacking <strong>the hidden burnout happening in modern relationships</strong>—the emotional fatigue that builds when love starts feeling more like responsibility than partnership.</p><p>From constantly compromising, carrying the emotional load, managing intimacy, parenting, finances, communication, and trying not to lose yourself in the process, many couples are silently struggling under the pressure of “making it work.” And while social media keeps selling us relationship goals, real couples are asking themselves:</p><ul><li>Why do I feel emotionally drained by the person I love?</li><li>When did connection start feeling like work?</li><li>Am I burned out from life… or burned out from this relationship?</li><li>Can you rebuild intimacy without sacrificing your individuality?</li></ul><p>Joining the conversation is relationship coach, author, and intimacy expert Monica Tanner, author of Bad Marriage Advice: Debunking Myths That Will Make You Miserable and What To Do Instead. Together, we’re challenging toxic relationship myths, discussing emotional labor, intimacy burnout, resentment, self-abandonment, and what healthy love actually requires in today’s world.</p><p>This episode is for anyone who loves their partner… but secretly feels tired, disconnected, overwhelmed, or emotionally unseen.</p><p>Because sometimes the biggest threat to a relationship isn’t cheating or fighting—it’s emotional exhaustion.</p><p>Don't forget to: </p><ul><li><p>Subscribe to our YouTube Channel at <a href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGePx7RjOmTJyn07rxItLDReNhnE0WuH&si=0lja3JmSrxkXh5tm" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>Hearts Wine from Hearts Distractions on YouTube</u></a> for exclusive episodes and content!: </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Visit our website at <a href="http://www.allishazdistractions.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>www.AllishazDistractions.com</u></a> for more resources and updates. </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Follow us on social media: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/AllishazDistractions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>Instagram</u></a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@allishazdistractions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>TikTok</u></a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AllishazDistractions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>Facebook</u></a>. </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Check out my poetry book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Distractions-Heart-Allisha-Marie/dp/1546249648" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u></u>"Distractions of the Heart" on Amazon</a>. You can find my poetry book at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Distractions-Heart-Allisha-Marie/dp/1546249664" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>Distractions-Heart-Allisha-Marie - on Amazon</u></a> </p></li></ul>
June 5, 2026
S2EP18: “Love or Enabling? When Helping Your Partner Is Actually Hurting Them”
<p>n this powerful episode of <strong>Hearts Wine from Hearts Distractions</strong>, we’re diving into one of the most difficult and often misunderstood relationship challenges—<strong>loving someone struggling with addiction</strong>.</p><p>Joined by addiction recovery expert <strong>Amber Hollingsworth</strong>, founder of Hope For Families Recovery Center and creator of Put The Shovel Down, we unpack the emotional chaos, confusion, and heartbreak that addiction brings into relationships, marriages, and families.</p><p>Is supporting your partner always the right thing to do… or could you actually be enabling their behavior?</p><p>Amber breaks down:</p><ul><li>The <strong>dangerous difference between helping and enabling</strong></li><li>Why waiting for “rock bottom” can do more harm than good</li><li>The <strong>psychological cycles of addiction</strong>—denial, shame, blame, and anger</li><li>How to set <strong>healthy boundaries without guilt</strong></li><li>And how to protect your peace while still loving someone through their struggle</li></ul><p>This episode is for anyone who has ever asked:</p><ul><li>“Am I doing too much?”</li><li>“Why can’t they just stop?”</li><li>“How do I love them without losing myself?”</li></ul><p>If you’ve ever felt emotionally drained, confused, or stuck in a toxic cycle with someone you love—this conversation will give you clarity, validation, and actionable tools to reclaim your power.</p><p>🎧 <strong>Tune in, sip your wine, and let’s talk about the love that hurts… and how to heal it.</strong></p><p>👉 Don't forget to: </p><ul><li><p>Subscribe to our YouTube Channel at <a href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGePx7RjOmTJyn07rxItLDReNhnE0WuH&si=0lja3JmSrxkXh5tm" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>Hearts Wine from Hearts Distractions on YouTube</u></a> for exclusive episodes and content!: </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Visit our website at <a href="http://www.allishazdistractions.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>www.AllishazDistractions.com</u></a> for more resources and updates. </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Follow us on social media: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/AllishazDistractions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>Instagram</u></a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@allishazdistractions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>TikTok</u></a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AllishazDistractions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>Facebook</u></a>. </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Check out my poetry book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Distractions-Heart-Allisha-Marie/dp/1546249648" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u></u>"Distractions of the Heart" on Amazon</a>. You can find my poetry book at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Distractions-Heart-Allisha-Marie/dp/1546249664" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><u>Distractions-Heart-Allisha-Marie - on Amazon</u></a> </p></li></ul>
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