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MaryBeth Koenes: Guided Meditations & Real Talk

29 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratings

Hosted by MaryBeth Koenes, guided Meditations and Real Talk with MBK are designed to raise consciousness through deeper connection with the energy and life within and around us. 
The show regularly covers sensitive topics so this podcast is for adults only and may contain adult language. Real Talk with MBK is not offering any psychiatric or medical diagnoses. 
We’re here to speak openly about the beautiful, gritty experience of being human. If you’re ready to awaken your mind and ignite a more creative approach to your life, you’re in the right place and welcome!These conversations aren't just for me and you. It’s for friends, family, colleagues and our children. 
Please spread the enlightenment with your people. If you find this content to be helpful be sure to leave a favorable review wherever you’re listening. 

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Episodes

MBK Pure Love Guided Meditation

August 29, 2023 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.01 MB

Guided Imagery connecting to unconditional love through your peaceful place. Support the show

Cocktail of Abuse: DV Awareness Month

October 01, 2020 11:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Today I'm sharing one of the most compelling pieces I've ever written. Please listen, share, and speak about what you hear and learn today. Domestic violence affects 1 in 4 women and everyday lives are tragically lost at the hands of abusers. Let's shed light on what DV really is, what it can look like, and how to help break the silence against domestic violence. For more information or to get involved in preventing domestic violence, please vi...

Ep 20: Get Out of The F*cking Fairytale

September 10, 2020 11:00 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MB

Every get sick of not having the life you thought you'd have or wish you had? It can be so exhausting living so far away from where you think you should be "by now". Here's my advice in this episode. Thank you for joining me on this journey of conscious living and developing deeper physical and emotional intelligence. Let's DO THIS! Want to dive deeper with this concept? Work with me 1on1 in my coaching program! DM or email me for details. Have you subscribed yet? Your reviews and sharing ...

When It Feels "Off", but Nobody Knows Why

June 26, 2020 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MB

 When we make someone else responsible for our happiness, worth, OKness, etc. — they feel weighted and taken advantage of and we feel insecure and unstable. Let's discuss how we can remedy this... In this episode I'm talking about the delightful (sarcasm) experience of feeling the covert need to feed someone's identity within friendship, relationship, or family dynamics. It never feels good to be on either side of this exchange, so what can we do? Where do we start? Why are we even feeling t...

Ep 19: When It Feels "Off", but Nobody Knows Why

June 26, 2020 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MB

 When we make someone else responsible for our happiness, worth, OKness, etc. — they feel weighted and taken advantage of and we feel insecure and unstable. Let's discuss how we can remedy this... In this episode I'm talking about the delightful (sarcasm) experience of feeling the covert need to feed someone's identity within friendship, relationship, or family dynamics. It never feels good to be on either side of this exchange, so what can we do? Where do we start? Why are we even feeling t...

Ep 18: How to Work Through A Feeling (With Your Kid)

June 19, 2020 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

This episode is EVERYTHING. I'm sharing a real life example of how I help my kids work through BIG feelings. These tools are applicable for adults and kids alike. If there was one podcast you should listen to, it would be this one. I go over how to hold space, diffuse anger, and help your kid work through dark thoughts like "I want to die". The key, as always, is in how much mental/emotional space YOU have as the witness. We can only give to others what we have already given to ourselves. P...

Ep 17 Communicating Your Internal World

June 12, 2020 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MB

Your internal world is comprised of thoughts and emotions. It can be a scary place to be alone sometimes, but communicating what's happening inside is a whole other challenge! Finding the right words can be… DIFFICULT! How do we begin to share what's happening in our world with the people we love? How do we teach our kids how to manage, talk about, and process their internal world? I'm breaking down the basics of where to begin! Questions or comments: [email protected] Support the show

Ep 16 Body Love

June 05, 2020 17:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MB

The Quarantine has been ROUGH in terms of loving my body! You feelin' me? It was straight up depressing… the weight gain, lack of activity, and social distancing! Here's how I worked through the nasty self-talk and started consciously LOVING my body. I hope you give yourself some body love after listening! Questions and comments: [email protected] Support the show

E2 E4: The Collateral Damage of Bypassing Your Truth

March 09, 2020 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB

Part 2 of Bypassing your truth. It's not pretty when we self-abandon and make other's needs more important than our own. Again, I'll connect how bypassing in relationships and in your faith can wreak havoc on your self-worth. Listen up! Want to live more consciously in the next decade? Join my FREE Facebook Group: Getting Conscious with MBK Learn more about how to reconnect with YOURSELF in my online course: UNSTOPPABLE: Discovering Your Authentic Self   Thank you for joining me on this...

Ep15: The Collateral Damage of Bypassing Your Truth

March 09, 2020 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB

Part 2 of Bypassing your truth. It's not pretty when we self-abandon and make other's needs more important than our own. Again, I'll connect how bypassing in relationships and in your faith can wreak havoc on your self-worth. Listen up! Want to live more consciously in the next decade? Join my FREE Facebook Group: Getting Conscious with MBK Learn more about how to reconnect with YOURSELF in my online course: UNSTOPPABLE: Discovering Your Authentic Self   Thank you for joining me on this...

Ep14: Stop BYPASSING Your Truth

March 02, 2020 06:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

What is emotional bypassing? Why does it affect our ability to connect deeply, be authentic, and cultivate self-worth? Find out in today's episode! I'll explain bypassing in relation to partners and spirituality. You don't want to miss this one! Want to live more consciously in the next decade? Join my FREE Facebook Group: Getting Conscious with MBK Learn more about how to reconnect with YOURSELF in my online course: UNSTOPPABLE: Discovering Your Authentic Self   Thank you for joining m...

S2 E3: Stop BYPASSING Your Truth

March 02, 2020 06:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

What is emotional bypassing? Why does it affect our ability to connect deeply, be authentic, and cultivate self-worth? Find out in today's episode! I'll explain bypassing in relation to partners and spirituality. You don't want to miss this one! Want to live more consciously in the next decade? Join my FREE Facebook Group: Getting Conscious with MBK Learn more about how to reconnect with YOURSELF in my online course: UNSTOPPABLE: Discovering Your Authentic Self   Thank you for joining m...

Ep13: Authenticity WINS THE DAY!

February 24, 2020 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

Part 2 of Living Authentically. We're digging deeper, finding truth, bringing it forward and learning how to CHOOSE YOU! Want to live more consciously in the next decade? Join my FREE Facebook Group: Getting Conscious with MBK Learn more about how to reconnect with YOURSELF in my online course: UNSTOPPABLE: Discovering Your Authentic Self   Thank you for joining me on this journey to conscious living and developing deeper physical and emotional intelligence. Let's DO THIS! Want to div...

S2 E2: Authenticity WINS THE DAY!

February 24, 2020 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

Part 2 of Living Authentically. We're digging deeper, finding truth, bringing it forward and learning how to CHOOSE YOU!  Want to live more consciously in the next decade? Join my FREE Facebook Group: Getting Conscious with MBK Learn more about how to reconnect with YOURSELF in my online course: UNSTOPPABLE: Discovering Your Authentic Self   Thank you for joining me on this journey to conscious living and developing deeper physical and emotional intelligence. Let's DO THIS! Want to div...

Ep12: Choosing A Life of Authenticity

February 19, 2020 17:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

Without authenticity, our self-worth, confidence, and passion in life will erode. Let's discuss why it's so hard to be authentic and how we can take steps TODAY to live in our truth! Want to live more consciously in the next decade? Join my FREE Facebook Group: Getting Conscious with MBK Learn more about how to reconnect with YOURSELF in my online course: UNSTOPPABLE: Discovering Your Authentic Self   Thank you for joining me on this journey to conscious living and developing deeper phys...

S2 E1: Choosing A Life of Authenticity

February 19, 2020 17:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

Without authenticity, our self-worth, confidence, and passion in life will erode. Let's discuss why it's so hard to be authentic and how we can take steps TODAY to live in our truth! Want to live more consciously in the next decade? Join my FREE Facebook Group: Getting Conscious with MBK Learn more about how to reconnect with YOURSELF in my online course: UNSTOPPABLE: Discovering Your Authentic Self   Thank you for joining me on this journey to conscious living and developing deeper phys...

Ep 11 Part 2- Your Divine Ingredient- INTUITION

January 13, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

How to go about listening to your intuition. We discuss! Want to live more consciously in the next decade? Join my FREE Facebook Group: MBK Getting Conscious: First 20 of 2020 Learn more about how to reconnect with YOURSELF in my online course: UNSTOPPABLE: Discovering Your Authentic Self   Thank you for joining me on this journey to conscious living and developing deeper physical and emotional intelligence. Let's DO THIS! Want to dive deeper with this concept? Work with me 1on1 in my ...

Ep 10 Part 1: Your Divine Ingredient-INTUITION

January 06, 2020 12:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

This is a gnarly breakdown of one of my FAVORITE Human Elements: Intuition. Part 1 we are diving into: What is it? Why is it important? And how do we reconnect when we've lost touch with it? It's all inside! Want to live more consciously in the next decade? Join my FREE Facebook Group: MBK Getting Conscious: First 20 of 2020 Learn more about how to reconnect with YOURSELF in my online course, UNSTOPPABLE: Discovering Your Authentic Self Thank you for joining me on this journey to conscio...

Ep 9 Lofty NY Resolutions VS Sustainable Practices

December 30, 2019 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

Why do NY Resolutions rarely last? Because we make them too grand! We have to build trust and dependability with OURSELVES before we will ever be able to make "big life changes" last. I believe sustainable goals and practices are THE way to transform your life, here I explain WHY. Want to live more consciously in the next decade? Join my FREE Facebook Group: MBK Getting Conscious: First 20 of 2020 Learn more about how to reconnect with YOURSELF in my online course, UNSTOPPABLE: Discoverin...

Ep 8 To Hell with the House of Reps

December 23, 2019 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

We're diving deep today! We all put on masks to cover certain "less acceptable" parts of ourselves at some point along our life journeys. Let's discuss why having these different "representatives" may have served us in the past, and how we can retire them now and step into our Authentic Self. Want to live more consciously in the next decade? Join my FREE Facebook Group: MBK Getting Conscious: First 20 of 2020 Learn how to let go of your reps and live BIG in my online course, UNSTOPPABLE Co...

Ep 7 POWER Perspective!

December 16, 2019 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MB

Oh, man! I'm all about living powerfully! Today I introduce how to take back power in your life when you feel small, powerless, or stuck. There is a way to live secure, safe, and powerful in every moment around every kind of person and it begins with the POWER Perspective! Want to live more consciously in the next decade? Join my FREE Facebook Group: MBK Getting Conscious: First 20 of 2020 Thank you for joining me on this journey to conscious living and developing deeper physical and emoti...

Ep 6 What Kind of Car Are YOU?

December 09, 2019 12:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MB

I'm a decked out Range Rover, what are you?! And why does it even matter? Because you fuel, maintain, and care for your BODY just like you would for your car! So, let's get conscious about the way we're consuming food&beverage and reach our maximum performance potential! Thank you for joining me on this journey to conscious living and developing deeper physical and emotional intelligence. Please leave a positive written review and share with a friend. Let's DO THIS! Want to dive deeper wit...

Ep 5 Choosing Conscious Parenting

December 02, 2019 13:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Whew. Parenting is hard. But parenting on autopilot isn't serving your kids or you. This episode discusses why a conscious approach to parenting is so important for the emotional and mental health of your family. Don't worry, there will be more episodes on conscious parenting practices! Want to dive deeper with this concept? Work with me 1on1 in my coaching program! DM or email me for details. Have you subscribed yet? Your reviews and sharing of this podcast help more ears find it so thank ...

Ep 4 The Practice of Mastering Fear

November 25, 2019 13:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

Being afraid is a part of the human experience. But, like every other emotion, it doesn't have to dictate our choices or our life path. Here, I present a practical, simple "first step" to mastering fear and making a practice of it in your life. If we can develop a healthy relationship with fear (where we acknowledge it's existence and continue to conquer it), we will become unstoppable.  Want to dive deeper with this concept? Work with me 1on1 in my coaching program! DM or email me for deta...

Ep 3 Relationship Crash & Burn

November 18, 2019 13:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MB

We've all done it. Whether by sabotaging, smothering, going all-in too soon- the result is the same: crash and buuuurrn. Here's a little analogy and a few tips to calming the process and teaching your kids a new approach to the excitement of falling in love. Pacing. It's alllll about pacing. It's extremely hard to pace rationally when you're swept up in the waves of possibility… hard but not impossible. Want to dive deeper on this concept? Work with me 1on1 in my coaching program! DM or ema...

Ep 2 Relationship to Your Body and What IS Health?

November 11, 2019 15:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MB

We're conditioned to obsess about the way we look in our culture. Let's discuss a different perspective on health and body image.  If you're interested in diving deeper into discovering your own personal health potential, I offer 1on1 coaching over the phone, focusing on emotional, physical, and mental health. Reach out to me via email or social media for details! Be sure to share this podcast with your people and leave a positive review wherever you listen:) I appreciate all feedback and ...

Bonus Ep: Intuition, Responsibility, and POWER

November 08, 2019 16:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MB

In light of a recent headline, I bring you a bonus episode unlocking the deeper conversation behind abusers/perpetrators, victims, and accountability. There's a difference between FAULT and RESPONSIBILITY. And how to get your power back when you feel trapped, shamey, and powerless. Talk about "sensitive topics", we're diving in on this one! Grace and respect are appreciated and as always, listen with an open mind! Let's real talk, y'all... Be sure to share this podcast with your people and ...

Ep 1 Is Storytelling Sabotaging Your Relationships?

November 04, 2019 12:00 - 17 minutes - 12.4 MB

Part 1 on Storytelling (there will be many more to come). What is it? How do they start? Here are the basics on storytelling and the power they can have in determining our happiness, our relationships, and ultimately, our lives!  The practice of awareness and observation is the first step to cleaning up our minds and allowing authenticity to saturate our relationships. Be sure to share this podcast with your people and leave a positive review wherever you listen:) I appreciate all feedback ...

Intro Bonus: My Story & Why I Real Talk

November 03, 2019 18:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

Welcome to Real Talk! On this bonus episode, I share some of my background, what's behind Real Talk with MBK and what's in store for this podcast.  Thank you for joining me on this journey to conscious living and developing deeper physical and emotional intelligence. Let's DO THIS! Be sure to share this podcast with your people and leave a positive review wherever you listen:) I appreciate all feedback and questions, so hit me up on social media @marybethkoenes or email at hello@marybethko...