Bullying doesn’t stop after childhood—it just evolves. In this episode, I sit down with Christina Lorey, Editor of UpNorthNews, to explore the reality of adult bullying and the ways it shows up in workplaces, online, and even within our communities. We discuss why the biggest bullies often aren’t kids, how our words shape the world around us, and why it takes courage to create instead of criticize.

Plus, we dive into small acts of kindness, the power of compassion, and the responsibility we all have for the energy we bring into spaces. If you've ever been hurt by words—or want to be more mindful of the ones you use—this episode is for you.

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Show Notes:

• 02:51 – Rise. Renew. Rebirth Retreat in Sedona, April 9-13
• 07:45 – Welcome my guest, Christina Lorey, Editor of UpNorthNews
• 14:56 – How Christina works to “uplift” the news despite negativity
• 20:00 – Why the biggest bullies aren’t children
• 30:02 – What it really means when something triggers you
• 33:01 – How the words our kids hear shape their beliefs and self-worth
• 41:39 – Why do we want to see others struggle instead of offering support?
• 44:41 – Christina flips the script and asks me a question
• 50:04 – Finding compassion for those who hurt you with words
• 53:33 – The courage to create vs. the ease of criticizing
• 58:04 – Small acts of kindness and the ripple effect they create
• 1:04:19 – The responsibility of our energy
• 1:07:16 – How to follow Christina & sign up for her newsletter

✨ Tune in now and let’s talk about breaking cycles, choosing kindness, and shifting the way we show up in the world. ✨