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#48 - Wolf Castillo: How to Keep the Heart Open When We Feel Unsafe

Jul 3, 2023

27 mins

Episode Description

"To love is to know “this could hurt so bad” and still be willing to lean in” - Brené Brown

In this episode, I dive into what it really means to keep your heart open when life gets hard — when betrayal, fear, or discomfort creep in. How do we stay present in the moments that matter most? This is about vulnerability, courage, nervous system regulation, and becoming the safe space we crave.

Whether you're healing from heartbreak, trying to show up more authentically, or learning how to respond vs react... this one's for you.

What You'll Learn:

When it's necessary to close our hearts to protect ourselves
When we should strive to keep our hearts open, despite how scary it is
Why it's so tough to remain open-hearted in times of stress
Practical tools to develop the ability to keep our hearts open when it matters most

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Peace, Love, and Weirdness,

Wolfie 😁

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⏱ Timestamps:

00:00 When Your Heart Closes: The Choice Between Safety and Presence

02:29 Pause & Reflect: Preparing to Lean In

03:38 When Love Hurts: A Story of Betrayal

05:05 Spiraling Into Survival: The Body’s Stress Response

08:46 Courage in Vulnerability: Choosing to Lean In

11:34 Breathe Through the Chaos: Cultivating Resilience

15:07 Rewriting Your Story: From Self-Doubt to Empowerment

18:18 Courage Under Fire: Keeping Your Heart Open in Crisis