Amazing Relationships with Kim Wilson

In this episode, I chat with Mr. Charles Mauldin. On March 7, 1965, 17-year-old Charles Mauldin courageously joined peaceful protesters in Selma, Alabama as they marched for the right to vote on Bloody Sunday. The marchers were brutally beaten by local law enforcement as they crossed the Edmund Pettus Bridge.  Mr. Mauldin is one of the surviving marchers who continues to share history with the youth of today. He is legacy. He is history. He is AMAZING.

Do you believe the quote, "Knowledge is power?" Knowing and understanding the power of love is absolutely life saving. It can save you time as well! In this episode, we answer the question, "What is love?" 

During the pandemic, I developed a fascination for words that start with the “R” alphabet. I discovered many words that lead to healing and growth start with “R”.  I thought to myself, “Holy moly Batman, we’re on to something!” In this quick and powerful podcast, I share some of the words from my curated list of over 60 “R” words. Below is a glimpse of my list:

• Renewal
• Restore
• Release
• Recovery
• Reflect

Oh boy, listing those five words fired me up right way! Ooh wait, I have an idea! Let’s do an “R” word challenge. Curate your own list of positive “R” words and send it to me. I will share the curated list with the most “R” words. Send your email to [email protected] by February 14, 2023. 

Habits are consistent actions or behaviors. Take a second and think about some of your habits. What are some actions you do every day?  For me, some of my habits include bathing, grooming, practicing gratitude. If I did not engage in a habit like “bathing” daily, there would be a consequence. When it comes to relationships, the habits we enforce matter. This podcast offers 7 positive habits that can help make relationships successful.

As human beings, we naturally long for connection.  Connections that lead to friendships and romantic bonds require work. That work starts with communication, curiosity and compassion. When either one of those elements leave a friendship, it can be the beginning of that bond falling apart. Disconnecting from a friend can feel like a break-up. I think of friendships as safe spaces where people are free to express emotions without judgement. Losing that safe space can be painful. However, that empty space opens the opportunity to gain new connections. This podcast covers the heartbreak and lessons of losing friendships.

Have you ever heard the statement “Love doesn’t hurt?” I used to say it all the time. Now, I think about that statement in a different way. There are times when it becomes necessary to move on from people, places or experiences we love, to something new. It can feel extremely difficult because of the investment in time and energy. Memories were created! Disconnecting from meaningful relationships can trigger feelings of grief and loss. People do not have to die for us to grieve. Grieving does not feel good! In fact, it hurts. Taking that hurtful action (moving on) can be the most loving and liberating act of kindness towards ourselves and others. Yes, operating in the name of love can ignite feelings like sadness, emptiness and confusion. However, the power lies within us to make a healthy decision. This podcast covers strategies for moving on to something new. May this episode offer a higher perspective on letting go of what does not add to our happiness.

As I started the process of putting this podcast together, I wrote down “Episode 85” at the top of my paper. My brain immediately recalled a game from childhood titled “Hands up to 85.” This hand clapping game allowed me to be in community with other children. This took my original podcast idea for this episode in a different direction. My initial thought was to develop "Top Lessons Learned in 2022." I leaned in to where my feelings were guiding me. I often share that “The Wizard of Oz” is one of my favorite movies because of all the layered messaging in the film. One of the scenes that stand out for me is when Glinda tells Dorothy, “You’ve always had the power to go back to Kansas.” That line reminds me of how self-doubt and fear can stop us from reaching our destinations. As I started singing the lyrics from that childhood game “Hands up to 85,” I heard something different as an adult. I heard words that prepared me for this very moment. It gave me all the tips I needed to create this podcast. This episode offers five tips for creating an AMAZING 2023.  

While the holidays can fill the atmosphere with joy for many, it can be a time of stress for others. A huge part of that stress can be triggered by being around family. Yikes! In this podcast, I offer five tips to help manage family stress during the holidays.

The first relationship we have in life starts with our family. Those early relationships in childhood can shape how we function inside of romantic relationships in adulthood. Understanding your family dynamics can be a great path to creating or maintaining heathy relationships. When we understand something, it gives us the power to accept, release or change behaviors and mindsets that do not serve us well. This podcast will cover a framework to understanding the impact of family dynamics from childhood in adult relationships.

It is not uncommon to hear the phrase “Falling in love.” What if we got used to saying, “Walking in love?” I certainly prefer to walk in love along side my partner instead of fall. Words have power! Paying attention to the language we use is a great healthy habit that helps with spotting red flags in relationships. Meeting someone new can spark so much excitement. It instantly feeds our need for what I call the "Triple A" (attention, acceptance, approval). When we are happy and excited, we can develop blind spots that limit our view of red flags inside of relationships. I believe red flags are notifications telling us to be aware and prepare to protect ourselves with great decisions. In this podcast, I offer 5 tips for spotting red flags in relationships.