In today’s episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Stephanie Sylvia Costello, intimacy and relationship advisor, founder of Safety In Freedom, LLC, and of The Intimacy Truths Podcast. She guides us through the how and the why of creating her business after seeing the need for guidance around holding boundaries in our relationships. She gives us insight into techniques for improving our communication, healthy conflict resolution, and what real intimacy looks like. Get ready to be inspired to set those boundaries and intentions in your relationships after this one!


What we cover:

What exactly are boundaries and why are we so afraid to communicate them to others
How boundaries actually serve you and can improve your relationships
Real life tips to practice - such as the 3, 2, 1 change communication technique - to set and maintain boundaries with the people in your life
What does healthy conflict resolution really look like
The Intimacy Truths/Safety in Freedom method to gain a deeper understanding of what true intimacy is
How to work with Stephanie through her “Clarify You” course (and how to score a freebie checklist!)

“We can find safety in the freedom we create when we really get clear on our values, strengths and how to have deep self compassion” - Stephanie Sylvia Costello


About Stephanie: Stephanie has over 10 years of experience in the Mental Health Field working with individuals ranging from 6 years to 50 years old. Attending school for Criminal Justice, Human Services and Psychology, Stephanie has learned the essential skills to relationship building. Becoming a mom of three beautiful children and being diagnosed with PTSD, the struggle of working through these life changes has propelled her ability to support people. Receiving the diagnosis and going through labor was the easy part. Finding the inspiration and belief in herself was the real challenge. Stephanie has beaten all statistical odds. Her life journey has fueled her fire to help people take action and fight through the resistance. Relationships are all about accommodation, compromise and collaboration. Giving and receiving energy. If you are ready to take action and build a healthy relationship both with yourself and the individuals in your life, Stephanie is the one for you.


Find Stephanie:


Website: https://www.safetyinfreedom.com/


Podcast: The Intimacy Truths Podcast


Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safetyinfreedom/


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SafetyinFreedom/


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